In the upcoming year, the IPMAT will take place across 37 cities in India. The exam is expected to take place in May 2026. Students who will be appearing for the IPMAT 2026 must commence their preparation for the IPMAT Maths Syllabus, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension and Logical Reasoning. Primarily, the Quantitative Ability questions are based on the mathematical topics from the 9th-12th grades. In the IPMAT Indore, the QA section is divided into two different segments,i.e, QA (Short Answer – 15 questions ) and QA ( Multiple Choice Questions – 30 ) respectively. There are 40 questions in the QA section of the IPMAT Rohtak. Likewise, the JIPMAT 2026 will consist of 33 different QA questions from the high-weightage and low-weightage topics.Â
Though Verbal Ability is the highest scoring section, it’s still crucial to prepare simultaneously for the IPMAT Maths Syllabus and obtain good marks. Specifically for the IPMAT Indore 2026, because students need to achieve the relevant sectional cut-off in this exam to get a call from IIM Indore for the personal interview. Henceforth, you need to be well-versed with the entire maths syllabus of IPMAT, strengthen your basics, and practice daily assignments, sectionals, and mocks to achieve a high score in the QA section of IPMAT Indore 2026, IPMAT Rohtak 2026 and JIPMAT 2026. In this blog, we will dive deep into the fundamental mathematical topics and beneficial preparation tips to ace this challenging section in the first attempt.
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IPMAT Maths Syllabus 2026: Complete Breakdown
The IPMAT Maths Syllabus covers a wide array of topics from Class 9th – Class 12th grade. It’s compulsory to crack the QA section to secure a good rank in the IPMAT 2026. While IPMAT Indore 2026 will focus on mathematical topics till the 12th grade, the syllabus varies for the IPMAT Rohtak and JIPMAT. Only a few (2-3 questions) from Class 12th mathematical topics would be asked in the IPMAT Rohtak 2026. However, the JIPMAT 2026 will not consist of questions from the 12th-grade mathematical concepts. Let us now allow to familiarise you with the paramount mathematical topics that will constitute the QA section of the IPMAT in 2026.
IPMAT Indore 2026: Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus
| Arithmetic | Percentages, Profit Loss & Discount, Ratio & Proportion, Partnerships, Average, Mixture & Alligation, Simple & Compound Interest, Time & Work, Pipes & Cisterns, Time, Speed & Distance, Boats & Streams, Relative Speed, Linear Races, Trains, Circular Tracks TSD, Mixed Questions with other topics |
| Geometry and Mensuration | Lines & Angles, Triangles & Circles, Theorems, Quadrilaterals & Areas, Polygons and Internal, External Angles, Regular Polygons, Coordinate Geometry, Mensuration(Surface Area and Volumes of 3D Figures) |
| Higher Mathematics | Matrices & Determinants, Set theory & Venn Diagrams, Relations & Functions, Sequence & Series (Arithmetic & Geometric Progressions), Permutation & Combination, Inequalities, Domain & Range, Probability, Modulus Functions, Binomial Theorem, Equations of Lines & Circles, Trigonometry, Height & Distance-based questions, Mean, Median & Model |
| Algebra | Algebraic Identities, Linear Equations, Quadratic, Cubic Equations, Nature of Roots, Discriminant, Inequalities, Logarithms, Functions, Modulus Functions, Arithmetic Progressions, Geometric Progressions, Maximum/Minimum, Values of Functions, Range & Domain of Function, Binomial Theorem |
| Number System | Finding Unit Digit, Cyclicity, Simplification, BODMAS, Remainder Theorems, HCF & LCM, HCF LCM of fractions, Surds & Indices, Concept of Factors, Divisibility Rules in detail, Factorials, Mixed Questions with other topics |
IPMAT Rohtak 2026: Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus
| Algebra | Algebraic Formulae, Linear Equations, Cubic Equations, Quadratic Equations, Indices & Surds, Trigonometry, Logarithms, Inequalities |
| Arithmetic | Percentage, Average, Age-based problems, Partnership, Profit Loss & Discount, Ratio & Proportion, Simple & Compound Interest, Mixture & Alligation, Time, Speed & Distance, Boats & Streams |
| Number System | Finding Unit Digit, Simplification, Remainder Theorems, HCF & LCM, HCF LCM Of Fractions, Surds & Indices, Concept of Factors, Divisibility Rules, Factorial |
| Geometry | Basics of Geometry, Lines & Angles, Triangles, Circles, Quadrilaterals, Polygons, Coordinate Geometry, Mensuration(Volume & Surface Area), Height & Distance based upon trigonometry |
JIPMAT 2026: Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus
| Number System | Finding Unit Digit, HCF & LCM, Factorials, Concept of Factors, Divisibility Rules, Simplification, Surds & Indices, HCF LCM Of Fractions, Remainder Theorems |
| Algebra | Linear Equations, Cubic Equations, Quadratic Equations, Indices & Surds, Trigonometry (Only till 10th Grade), Algebraic Formulae |
| Geometry | Quadrilaterals, Polygons, Basics of Geometry, Circles, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry, Lines & Angles, Height & Distance in Trigonometry, Mensuration, Triangles |
| Arithmetic | Average, Age-based problems, Percentage, Partnership, Time, Speed & Distance, Ratio & Proportion, Simple & Compound Interest, Profit Loss & Discount, Time and Work, Mixture & Alligations, Boats & Streams |
What Should Be My Preparation Strategy For the IPMAT Maths Syllabus?
Set yourself ahead of time and divide your preparation time for the IPMAT Maths Syllabus into five different stages. Below, we’re sharing the complete roadmap on how you should start and what your tasks will be in every preparation phase of IPMAT 2026.
IPMAT Maths Syllabus Preparation Masterplan
| Stage | Time Duration | Preparation Strategy |
| Early Foundation Phase | 18-24 Months | Start studying the high-scoring topics from the 9th-12th grade mathematics. |
| Initial Preparation Phase | 12-18 Months | Dedicate more than 2-3 hours daily to strengthen your command of the IPMAT Maths Syllabus.Practice daily assignments under a specific deadline and aim to achieve 85% accuracy and boost your speed. |
| Mid-Level Preparation Journey | 9-12 Months | Prepare yourself to appear for sectionals and solve QA questions from the IPMAT PYQs.Evaluate your mistakes and look for relevant solutions to fix them and avoid repeating them. |
| Advanced Level | 6-9 Months | Switch to appearing for full-length mocks every fortnight.Don’t spend more than 4-6 hours on any mock. |
| Rigorous Revision Phase | After the 12th Board Examination | Your last leg should include weekly mocks, solving IPMAT PYQs, extensive revision and creating a personalised strategy handbook for last-minute revision. |
Final Words
The IPMAT Maths Syllabus is comparatively simpler than the CAT. Still, the IPMAT Indore 2026 is a tough nut to crack. Ever wondered what’s the prominent reason? A variety of mathematical questions from the 11th and 12th grades. Moreover, it’s a mix of MCQs and SA from basic, medium, to advanced levels, which requires a strong grip on the entire mathematical syllabus.
Henceforth, you must allocate equivalent time to every topic, practice daily and revise side by side. Being a diligent IPMAT aspirant, you must follow the same strategy to achieve a satisfactory score in the QA section of IPMAT Rohtak 2026 and JIPMAT 2026. Lastly, you can join iQuanta’s preparation course for IPMAT 2026 and IPMAT 2027 and receive guidance from IPMAT expert faculty to enhance your proficiency in the QA topics.
Oh Wait! You will also receive a soft handbook which will consist of important formulas, tricks and concepts. So, begin your IPMAT Preparation now and fulfil your dream of pursuing a combined management degree from any of the notable B-schools like IIM Shillong, IIM Indore, IIM Ranchi, IIFT Kakinada, IIM Amritsar, IIM Rohtak, Krea University, NIRMA Gujarat, NALSAR (DoMS Hyderabad), TAPMI Manipal, etc.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it compulsory to study mathematics for IPMAT?
A few IIMs, like IIM Shillong, IIM Amritsar, grant admission to the 5-year integrated program in management to candidates who studied mathematics as one of their compulsory subjects in the 10+2 grade.
Can I apply for IPMAT without a maths background?
Candidates from the arts, science and commerce without a mathematics background can apply for the IPMAT Indore 2026, IPMAT Rohtak 2026 and JIPMAT 2026. However, if you strive to pursue an IPM program from IIM Shillong, IIM Amritsar or IIFT Kakinada, then mathematics is a compulsory subject. Go through the IPMAT Maths Syllabus and prepare vigorously to obtain an excellent score in the QA section.Â
How many questions are asked in the IPMAT Indore Quantitative Aptitude section?
The IPMAT Indore 2026 question paper will consist of 45 questions. There will be 15 questions in the QA (Short Answer) type. Additionally, there will be 30 more MCQs on QA topics. You will get 40 minutes to solve questions from both sections.
Does IPMAT Rohtak ask questions from 12th-grade mathematics?
Only a few questions from the Class 12th mathematics topics are asked in the IPMAT Rohtak entrance exam. Main topics from the 10+2 examination are Algebra, Arithmetic and Geometry. You will receive +4 marks for every correct attempt and -1 for every wrong response.
How should I prepare for the QA section of the IPMAT?
Start your preparation from today and pick up the high-weightage topics first. Strengthen your fundamentals on topics like Arithmetic, Algebra, Number System, Geometry, Modern Maths, etc, which constitute 80% of the IPMAT Maths Syllabus. Attempt mocks regularly and track your performance for better analysis.
