IPMAT 2023 Exam Day & Date: Friday, June 16, 2023 from 2 PM to 4 PM

IPMAT 2023 Admit Card Release Soon

IIM Indore, IIM Ranchi, IIFT among Top IPMAT Score Accepting Colleges

IPMAT Exam 2023 will be conducted by IIM Indore on June 16 in a single session of 2 hours duration.
IPMAT 2023 offers admission opportunity not only to 5 Year BBA+MBA degree in IIM Indore, but also at
IIM Ranchi, IIFT, TAPMI, Nirma University, NALSAR University among other top institutes and
universities. Last date for IPMAT 2023 Registration and Application process has Closed on April 17, 2023
and the 2 days Application Error Correction window has also closed on April 25, 2023 with following
facilities:

IPMAT Application Edit Window-Date & Time: A limited time window was open from 10:00 AM on
Monday, April 24, 2023, to 5:00 PM on Tuesday, April 25, 2023

5 Fields in IPMAT Application that you could Modify: Candidate’s Photo, Candidate’s Signature,
Alternate Mobile Number, Alternate Email Address, Exam Centre City Preferences

IPMAT Application Edit Link: You could edit the mistakes only once at the link -
https://cdn.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/1329/82200/login.html

Can’t Edit Other Details: Please note that no other details mentioned in IPM AT 2023 Application Form
are editable.

Can Edit Only Once: Candidates were allowed to edit the above-mentioned fields only once, and once
the form is edited and submitted no further changes will be allowed.

IPMAT Edit Facility is Optional: This edit option was optional and not mandatory. This opportunity was
extended to those candidates who had made a mistake in uploading the photograph/ signature/
selecting the exam centre city preferences, such candidates could make use of this opportunity and
select the correct city. All other candidates who had filled in the details correctly need not make any
change.

IPMAT 2023

IIM IPMAT 2023 is a moderate difficulty level exam for admission to dual degree Five Year Integrated
Programme in Management (BBA+MBA) in IIM Indore, IIM Ranchi, IIFT, TAPMI and other top B-schools.
After successful completion of 3 years BBA degree, students will get promoted to MBA programme
without appearing in CAT or other entrance tests. This article below shares complete IIM IPMAT 2023
entrance exam details with key highlights like exam dates, eligibility, registration, pattern, syllabus, best
preparation books and other information. So read this article till the end

Table of Contents

What is IPMAT?

IPMAT 2023 Important Dates

3. IPMAT 2023 Eligibility Criteria

IPMAT 2023 Exam Pattern

IPMAT 2023 Exam Syllabus

IPMAT 2023 Exam Preparation

Best IPMAT Preparation Books

IPMAT 2023 Registration, Application Process & Fees

IPMAT Cut offs

IPMAT 2023 Score Accepting Colleges, Intake, Fees

IPMAT previous test papers

IPMAT 2023 FAQs

The Five Year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) offers opportunity to earn BBA degree plus
MBA degree from IIM Indore and many other top B-schools, for the young students who have passed
class 12 or are appearing in class 12 in 2023.

1. What is IPMAT?

IPMAT full form is IPM Aptitude Test. The exam is conducted by IIM Indore for admission to Five Year
Integrated Programme in Management. The score is accepted not only by IIM Indore but also by IIM
Ranchi, IIFT Kakinada, NALSAR University Hyderabad, Nirma, TAPMI for their Integrated BBA+MBA
degree. The exam is meant for young students who are Class 12 Pass outs and those appearing in Class
12. IPMAT 2023 overview and key details about the exam and of 5 year IPMAT IIM Indore Program as
well as the programmes offered by other B-schools accepting exam score are as below:
One of the key IPMAT 2023 Highlights is that the exam leads to admission in 5 year IPM programme
offered by IIMs and other top B-schools in India for 2023-28 batch

Five Year Integrated Program in Management (IPM) is a Dual Degree Program and is a combination of 3
years undergraduate degree + 2 years MBA degree.

IPMAT is a computer based test of 2 hours duration with 90 questions divided in Quant and Verbal
Ability sections.

The marking scheme is +4 marks for correct answer and -1 mark for wrong answer

Exam score is the main criterion of shortlisting for final selection round

Top IIMs and other top B-Schools in India with high placement record accept the exam score

After 3 years of successful study, the students are promoted to MBA program in IIMs, IIFT, without
taking CAT or any other entrance test

IPM Program fees is divided in two parts – first 3 years BBA Fees and next two years MBA Fees

In first 3 years students build their fundamentals, management skills and for next 2 years the students
are the part of MBA class

2. IPMAT 2023 Exam Important Dates

Key dates for the Exam 2023 are:

Exam Calendar

Important Dates

IPMAT Registration & Application start date

March 8, 2023

Registration 2023 Last date

April 17, 2023

Admit Card Download Start Date

May 5, 2023

IPMAT 2023 Exam date

June 16, 2023

Result Date

June 30, 2023

3. IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2023

The eligibility criteria define academic eligibility, age eligibility among others as below:

Only the students who have passed Class XII/Higher Secondary or equivalent from schools across India in
2021, 2022 or are appearing in 2023 and are able to produce mark sheet/School leaving certificate latest
by July 31, 2023 are eligible.

Candidate should have been born on or after August 01, 2003 (5 years of relaxation to the candidates
from SC/ST/PwD category will be given i.e. born on or after August 01, 1998). Read more

4. IPMAT 2023 Exam Pattern & Syllabus

IPMAT 2023 exam pattern & syllabus has been revised. The exam has fewer number of questions now as
below. Details of revised exam pattern are given below:

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IPMAT Exam Pattern & Composition

IPM Aptitude Test 2023 Details

Total Questions

90

Total maximum marks

360

IPM T Exam duration

2 Hours (120 Minutes)

Types of Questions

MCQs and SA questions

Total Sections

Sectional Time Limit

40 Minutes for each section

Marking Scheme

+ 4 Marks for Correct Answer

- 1 Mark for each Wrong Answer

Sectional Composition

Number of Questions

Section-1: Quantitative Ability (QA)

30 MCQs

Section-2: Quantitative Ability (QA)

15 SA Questions

Section-3: Verbal Ability (VA)

45 MCQs

Read More about the IPMAT exam and scoring pattern

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5. Exam Syllabus

The Exam syllabus is divided into two sections with 90 questions on the topics as below:
Section-1: Quantitative Ability (QA)

Section-2: Verbal Ability (VA)

Sub Section-1: QA MCQs: 30 Questions

Verbal Ability: 45 Questions

Sub Section-2: QA Short Answer Questions: 15 Questions

All Questions are of MCQ type

Arithmetic: Average, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Interest, Ratio & Proportion, Time & Work

Reading Comprehension

Mensuration

Jumbled paragraphs

Permutations and Combinations

Sentence correction, Subject verb agreement

Probability

One word substitution

Equations

Synonyms/Antonyms

Logarithm

Vocabulary Usage

Geometry

Fill in the Blanks

Matrices & Determinants

Noun, Pronoun, Adjective, Preposition, Phrases, Figures of Speech, Conjunctions

Basics of Data Interpretation

Active Passive, Direct & Indirect speech, Conditional sentences

Data Sufficiency

Syllogisms, Critical & Logical Reasoning

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6. IPMAT 2023 Exam Preparation

IPMAT 2023 Entrance exam preparation requires a well-planned approach with time management. To
help you score high in the exam, you can go for IIM IPM Entrance Exam Preparation Coaching or self
preparation or a combination of both. Besides, MBAUniverse.com has devised a right approach with key
points and tips from experts and toppers on how to prepare for the exam. This will help you to perform
well in the exam and get admission opportunity in the 5 year Integrated programme in Management at
IIM Indore.

6.1 Self Preparation

6.2 According to the experts, the self preparation strategy should be based on following plan:

Check and Scan the IPMAT 2023 Exam Pattern & Syllabus and devise your preparation schedule

Prepare your Exam Preparation Time Table with section wise preparation schedule

Choose Best IPMAT Preparation Books and get comprehensive or section wise preparation books

If planning IPMAT Preparation with Coaching, Choose the Right Option between Offline Coaching
classes and Online Preparation

Choose the best Test series

Attempt more Mocks and previous test papers to Assess your Preparation Level

6.3 IIM IPM Entrance Exam Preparation Coaching

6.4 If you wish to prepare with Coaching, it is important to find out the best coaching for the exam.
IPMAT Exam 2023 Preparation Coaching is offered by top coaching institutes like IMS, CL,
T.I.M.E. and others

Coaching Institute

Preparation Programme

IMS Learning

Blended Class Room Program; Fully Online Program; Self Learning Program
T.I.M.E.

IPM Enhanced; IPM Basic; IPM+BBA Enhanced

Career Launcher (CL)

IPM Plus; IPM Express Coaching; IPM Premium; IPM Blended classes

7. Best Preparation Books

IPMAT preparation books play a major role in helping you in self preparation. Some of the best books for
preparation recommended by experts & toppers are:

7.1 Preparation Books for Quantitative Aptitude section

7.2 Following books and study material have remained a good preparation tool for Quant for past
many years:

‘How to prepare for Quantitative for the CAT’ – by Arun Sharma, published by MGH Education

‘The Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude for competitive exams’- Dinesh Khattar, Published by
Pearson

Maths class 11 and 12th Books – Published by NCERT

7.3 Preparation Books for English section

7.4

How to Prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for CAT’- by Arun Sharma & Meenakshi
Upadhyay

‘Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension for the CAT’ – by Nishit K Sinha

‘Word Power Made Easy’ – by Norman Lewis

‘High School English Grammar & Composition’ – by Wren & Martin

The Pearson Guide to IIM Indore-IPM (Integrated Programme in Management) Entrance Examination –
Published by Pearson
 8. IPMAT 2023 Registration, Application Process & Fees

Candidates have to register online. The payment of registration and application fee should also be done
online. The exam application fee is Rs.4130/- which is non-refundable and non-transferable. The
registration process is available at IIM Indore IPM website. The step by step process is as below:

Registration & Application form is available on official website of IIM Indore

For 2023 registration, keep ready the key documents – Personal details, Class 10 & 12 Marks sheet, Fee
payment instruments like net banking, Credit/Debit card

The Registration & Application form fee is Rs. 4,130/- (Rupees Four thousand one hundred thirty only)
inclusive of GST for General, EWS and NC-OBC category candidates

For SC, ST and PwD category candidates the registration & application fee is Rs.2,065/- (Rupees Two
thousand sixty five only) inclusive of GST

Recommended browsers to fill the form are: Internet Explorer (version 10 and above), OR Mozilla
Firefox (version 52 and above), OR Google Chrome (version 58 and above)

Use Mouse to move between fields for entry of data instead of using Tab Key

Fields marked with * are mandatory.

Candidate has to fill in the personal details first to receive the User Id and Password.

User Id will be received in the registered email address and Password as SMS on the registered mobile
number.

For subsequent login, Candidate should use the User Id and Password to complete the application

It is important to provide correct Name, Date of Birth, Mobile Number and Email Address as these
details cannot be changed once the registration is complete.

IPMAT 2023 exam centres are 34. These IPMAT 2023 test centres are located across the country. The
candidates while applying for the exam should carefully choose the test centre

Read in Detail about IPMAT application submission process & Guidelines

IPMAT SYLLABUS

9. IPMAT Cut offs

The cut off for shortlist to Final Selection Round of IIM Indore and IIM Ranchi are as below. Only the
candidates with positive scores and minimum marks in each of the three sections of the exam will be
shortlisted

Management Institute

Expected cut off

IIM Indore

240-250

IIM Ranchi

200-220

10. IPMAT 2023 Score Accepting Colleges, Intake, Fees

Apart from IIM Indore, the exam score will be accepted by many top B-schools. List of some of the top
colleges accepting the score with intake and programs offered are:

Top Colleges

Programme Name & Duration

Seats

Program Fees (Rs.in lakhs)

Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Indore

5 Year-IPM (BA+MBA)

150

38.19

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ranchi

5 Year IPM (BBA+MBA)

120

33.50

NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad

5 Year IPM (BBA+MBA)

66

15.20

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) Kakinada

5 Year IPM (BBA+MBA)

60

31.00
TAPMI Bengaluru

4 Years BBA (Hons)

--

15.00

11. Previous IPMAT Question Papers

Below are shared some of the questions from previous exam papers that would guide you about the
type of questions and difficulty level of the exam

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Quantitative Ability (Short Answers)

Q.1. The number of positive integers which divide (1890) – (130) – (170) and are not divisible by 45 is
____________.

Q. 2. The sum up t 10 terms of the series 1.3 + 5.7 + 9.11 + …… is _____________

Quantitative Ability (MCQs)

Q.1. ABCD is a quadrilateral whose diagonals AC and BD intersect at O. if triangles AOB and COD have
areas 4 and 9 respectively, then the minimum area that ABCD can have is

A) 26

b) 25

c) 21

d) 16

Q.2. The highest possible value of the ratio of a four digit number and the sum of its four digits is

a) 1000

b) 277.75

c) 900.1

d) 999

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selection process

Verbal Ability

Q.1. Complete the following sentences by choosing the appropriate word/phrase from the options given
below:

1. The impatient and intolerant mother made every effort to

a) domineer her children

b) dominate the child’s lives

c) denominate her children

d) dominion her children

Q.2. The avoid the ecological issues, scientists and government agencies consider how sustainable
development

a) effects the citizen

b) affects the citizen

c) is affective to the citizen

d) is affectionate to the citizen

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12. Important FAQs IPMAT Exam 2023

IIM Indore IPMAT aspirants are raising various queries on IPMAT exam, preparation, IPMAT registration
process, IPM selection process among others. Below are shared the common frequently asked questions
on IPMAT and the answers from experts.

Q. What is full name of IPMAT Exam?

Ans.The full name of IPMAT is IIM Indore IPM Aptitude Test

Q. What is the IPMAT exam date?

Ans. IIM Indore has announced to conduct IPMAT 2023 exam on June 16, 2023.

Q. How can I apply for IPMAT 2023?

Ans. The Registration & Application form is online and is available at: iimidr.ac.in/academic-
programmes/five-year-integrated-programme-in-management-ipm

Q. Which exam is easier – IIM Indore IPMAT or IIM Rohtak IPMAT?

Ans. Both IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak IPM entrance exams are of moderate difficulty level. The exam
syllabus is of class 12 Standard. It is a 2 hour duration exam

Q. What are the IPMAT 2023 Exam Day Guidelines? What are the do’s and don’t’s?

Ans: You need to carry following documents on exam day

Carry your Admit Card with recent photo affixed on it

Carry one original photo ID

Arrive at the test centre at the reporting time

Do not wear digital watch, long shoes, coats, jackets etc.

Do not carry any electronic gadgets like calculator, electronic watches, mobile etc.
No stationery should be carried to the test centre

Q. Which is more difficult CAT or IPMAT?

Ans: IIM Indore IPM Aptitude Test is easier than CAT as the IPM Aptitude Test eligibility is class 12 while
the CAT eligibility is graduation.

Q. Which IIM offers better IPM Program – IIM Indore or IIM Rohtak?

Ans. Both IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak have the IIM brand. However, IIM Indore was the first IIM to start
IPM way back in 2011 and its eight batches have passed out with consistently rising placement
packages. On the other hand, IIM Rohtak started IPM in 2019 and its first batch will pass out in 2024.
While the academic program is as per IIM standard, the placement data will be available in 2024 for the
first batch

Q. Will IIM Indore or IIM Rohtak conduct WAT in IPM final selection process?

Ans. No, IIM Indore will conduct only Personal Interview and No WAT is proposed for IPM Admission
2023. Final Merit list is based on Aptitude Score and Personal Interview. Similarly, IIM Rohtak will
conduct Personal Interview but No WAT is proposed. The final merit list will be based on IPMAT score,
Academics and Personal Interview

Q. What is the cut off in shortlisting for IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak IPM Programme?

Ans. Since the exam scoring pattern and maximum score is changed as compared to last year, the
expected IIM Indore 2023 cut offs for shortlisting are likely to go down between 160-180 marks out of
360 marks. IIM Rohtak cut off 2023 are likely to remain between 250 and 255 marks out of 480 marks

Q. Which other top management colleges accept IPMAT exam score for admission?
Ans. Apart from IIM Indore, the score is accepted for IPM admission by IIM Ranchi, IIFT Kakinanda,
Nirma University, TAPMI Bengaluru, NALSAR University Hyderabad

Q. Can I prepare for IPMAT in 1 month or 2 months?

Ans. Yes, A good dedicated study schedule with or without coaching is needed to prepare for the exam.
If you are serious enough, you can prepare for IPMAT in 1 to 3 months as per the syllabus. IIM Indore
has also released previous test papers to help you understand the exact exam pattern and difficulty
level.

Q. Can I leave the IPM after 3 years? What degree I will get?

Ans. Yes, you exit after successfully completing 3 years of IPM program. In such cases, IIM Indore and all
other institutes award bachelor’s degree duly recognized by UGC.