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What is the IPMAT Indore Exam?
The Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test (IPMAT) Indore is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore for admission to its prestigious five-year Integrated Program in Management (IPM). The IPM combines a Bachelor’s degree (B.A. in Foundations of Management) with a Master’s degree (MBA), designed for students completing Class 12 who aspire to pursue a career in management. The exam assesses candidates’ aptitude in quantitative ability and verbal ability, making it a highly competitive pathway to one of India’s top management institutes.
Key Details at a Glance
- Notification Release : Expected in January 2026
- Conducting Institute : Indian Institute of Management Indore
- Registration Window:
- Starts : February 2026
- Ends : Expected by March 2026 (some sources suggest second week of April)
- Admit Card Release : Likely in April 2026 — possibly third week or first week of May
- Exam Date : Expected in May 2026 — either second week or third week
- IPMAT Answer Key Release Date : Not explicitly detailed in sources; likely shortly after the exam, followed by an objection window (as per past trends)
- Provisional Answer Key : Expected in May–June 2026
- Objection Window : Likely soon after provisional key (typical process)
- Final Answer Key : Released after reviewing objections
- Expected Result Date : Likely in June 2026 (possibly second week)
IPMAT Indore Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification:
- Candidates must have passed Class 10 and Class 12 (or equivalent) in 2024, 2025, or be appearing in 2026.
- No minimum percentage is currently required by IIM Indore (previously, 60% for General/NC-OBC/EWS and 55% for SC/ST/PwD were mandated, but recent guidelines removed this criterion). However, high scores are recommended for competitiveness.
Age Limit :
- General/NC-OBC/EWS : Born on or after August 1, 2006.
- SC/ST/PwD : Born on or after August 1, 2001 (5-year relaxation).
- Nationality : Indian nationals and international applicants are eligible (international applicants may have additional requirements, e.g., SAT scores for some institutes).
- Provisional Admission : Candidates awaiting Class 12 results in 2026 can apply, but must submit mark sheets meeting eligibility by the program registration deadline (typically July 31, 2026).
- Note : Specific eligibility may vary for colleges accepting IPMAT Indore scores; candidates should check individual institute requirements.
IPMAT Indore Registration 2026
Application Process :
- Visit the official website : CLICK HERE
- Click on “IPMAT 2026 Registration” or “Apply Now.”
- Register as a new user with name, date of birth, email, and mobile number.
- Receive User ID and Password via email/SMS.
- Log in to fill personal, academic, and contact details.
- Upload documents: photograph, signature, Class 10/12-mark sheets, photo ID, and category certificates (if applicable).
- Select preferred exam city (from 30+ cities).
- Pay the application fee online (credit/debit card, net banking, UPI).
- Submit and download the confirmation page.
Application Fee:
- General/NC-OBC/EWS: ₹4,130
- SC/ST/PwD: ₹2,065
- Non-refundable, non-transferable.
- Correction Window : Limited window (1–2 days) in early April 2026 for minor edits (e.g., photo, signature, exam center).
Documents Required :
- Passport-size photograph (JPG/JPEG, 50KB–200KB)
- Signature (JPG/JPEG, 20KB–100KB)
- Class 10/12 mark sheets (PDF/JPG, up to 1MB)
- Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, etc.)
- Category certificates (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD/EWS, if applicable)
- Note : Apply early to avoid server issues and secure preferred exam centres.
IPMAT Indore 2026 Exam Pattern
- Mode : Computer-Based Test (CBT).
- Language : English
- No sectional time flexibility : Each section has a fixed 40-minute duration
- Total Marks : 360.
- Negative Marking : Applies only to MCQ sections; no marks for unattempt questions.
Section | Question Type | No. of Questions | Time | Marks | Marking Scheme |
Quantitative Ability (SA) | Short Answer | 15 | 40 min | 60 | +4, No negative marking |
Quantitative Ability (MCQ) | Multiple Choice | 30 | 40 min | 120 | +4, -1 for incorrect |
Verbal Ability (MCQ) | Multiple Choice | 45 | 40 min | 180 | +4, -1 for incorrect |
Total |
| 90 | 120 min | 360 |
IPMAT Indore Exam Date 2026
- Tentative Date : Third or fourth week of May 2026 (e.g., May 15–22, 2026, likely mid-May based on trends).
- Note : Exact date to be confirmed in the official notification expected in November 2025.
IPMAT Indore Exam Timings 2026
- Duration : 2 hours (120 minutes).
- Tentative Timing : Typically 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (single slot, subject to confirmation).
- Note : Exact timings will be specified on the admit card, expected to be released in early May 2026 (e.g., May 5, 2026).
IPMAT Indore Syllabus 2026
Section | Key Topics |
Quantitative Ability (SA & MCQ) | – Arithmetic: Percentages, Profit & Loss, Ratios, Averages, Time-Speed-Distance, Time & Work, Mixtures & Allegations, Simple/Compound Interest |
Verbal Ability (MCQ) | – Reading Comprehension: Passages (factual, inferential) |
Note :
- The syllabus is based on Class 10–12 mathematics and English, with emphasis on analytical and critical thinking.
- Candidates can download the official syllabus PDF from www.iimidr.ac.in once released.
IPMAT Indore Colleges List with Programs
IPMAT Indore scores are accepted by IIM Indore and several other prestigious institutes for their integrated management or related undergraduate programs. Below is a list of key colleges and programs:
College | Location | Program Offered |
IIM Indore | Indore, Madhya Pradesh | 5-year Integrated Program in Management (B.A. Foundations of Management + MBA) |
IIM Ranchi | Ranchi, Jharkhand | 5-year Integrated Program in Management (BBA + MBA) |
IIFT Kakinada | Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh | Integrated Program in Management (BBA + MBA) |
Nirma University, Institute of Management | Ahmedabad, Gujarat | Integrated BBA-MBA |
NALSAR University, Department of Management Studies | Hyderabad, Telangana | Integrated BBA-MBA |
T A Pai Management Institute (TAPMI) | Manipal/Bangalore, Karnataka | Integrated Program in Management (BBA + MBA) |
IFMR Graduate School of Business, Krea University | Sri City, Andhra Pradesh | Integrated BBA-MBA |
NICMAR University | Pune, Maharashtra | Integrated MBA |
Alliance University | Bangalore, Karnataka | Integrated BBA-MBA |
JAGSoM Vijay Bhoomi University | Greater Mumbai, Maharashtra | Integrated Management Program |
NIIT University | Neemrana, Rajasthan | Integrated Management Program |
Notes :
- IIM Rohtak, IIM Jammu, and IIM Bodh Gaya conduct separate exams (IPMAT Rohtak and JIPMAT) and do not accept IPMAT Indore scores.
- Candidates must apply separately to each institute, as there is no centralized admission process.
- Selection involves IPMAT scores, followed by Personal Interviews (PI) and sometimes Written Ability Tests (WAT) for shortlisted candidates.
IPMAT Indore Exam Centres in India
City | State/UT |
Ahmedabad | Gujarat |
Bengaluru | Karnataka |
Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh |
Bhubaneswar | Odisha |
Chandigarh/Mohali | Chandigarh |
Chennai | Tamil Nadu |
Dehradun | Uttarakhand |
Ghaziabad | Uttar Pradesh |
Gurugram | Haryana |
Guwahati | Assam |
Hyderabad | Telangana |
Indore | Madhya Pradesh |
Jaipur | Rajasthan |
Kolkata | West Bengal |
Kozhikode | Kerala |
Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh |
Mumbai | Maharashtra |
Nagpur | Maharashtra |
New Delhi | Delhi |
Noida | Uttar Pradesh |
Patna | Bihar |
Pune | Maharashtra |
Raipur | Chhattisgarh |
Ranchi | Jharkhand |
Thiruvananthapuram | Kerala |
Udaipur | Rajasthan |
Varanasi | Uttar Pradesh |
Visakhapatnam | Andhra Pradesh |
Faridabad | Haryana |
Meerut | Uttar Pradesh |
Roorkee | Uttarakhand |
Siliguri | West Bengal |
Ludhiana | Punjab |
Vijayawada | Andhra Pradesh |
Notes :
- The exact list will be available during registration on the official website.
- Candidates should select centres early to secure preferred locations, as allotment is first-come, first-served.
- Final centre details will be on the admit card, expected in early May 2026.
