The IPMAT (Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test) is the entrance exam for the prestigious 5-year integrated MBA program (BBA + MBA) offered by IIMs, primarily IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak.
As of May 2026, the exam cycle for this year is currently in the post-exam phase. Below is the complete updated detail regarding the exam pattern, eligibility, and the latest status for the 2026 session.
Exam Status: The IPMAT 2026 (IIM Indore) was conducted on May 4, 2026.
Answer Key & Objections: The provisional answer key and response sheets were released on May 11, 2026. The window to raise objections closed on May 12, 2026.
Results: The final results and the shortlist for the Personal Interview (PI) round are expected in early June 2026.
Next Steps: Shortlisted candidates will undergo Personal Interviews in June, with final admission offers typically released in July.
The exam is a Computer Based Test (CBT) lasting 120 minutes (2 hours). It is divided into three strictly timed sections (40 minutes each):
Section Question Type No. of Questions Marking Scheme
Quantitative Ability Short Answer (SA) ~15 +4 / 0 (No Negative)
Quantitative Ability MCQ ~30 +4 / -1
Verbal Ability MCQ ~45 +4 / -1
Total 90 Max Marks: 360
Note: There is no calculator allowed. Sectional cut-offs apply, meaning you must pass in each of the three sections to be considered for the interview.
Academic: Minimum 60% aggregate in Class 10 and Class 12 (55% for SC/ST/PwD).
Age: Should be born on or after August 1, 2006 (relaxation of 5 years for reserved categories).
Qualifying Year: Must have passed Class 12 in 2024, 2025, or appearing in 2026.
Quantitative Ability
Arithmetic: Percentages, Profit & Loss, Averages, Time & Work, Mixture & Allegations.
Algebra: Functions, Quadratic Equations, Logarithms, Progressions.
Higher Math: Set Theory, Basic Calculus (Integration/Differentiation), Matrices, Determinants.
Data Interpretation: Tables, Bar Graphs, Pie Charts.
Verbal Ability
Reading Comprehension: Focus on speed and inference-based questions.
Grammar: Sentence Correction, Subject-Verb Agreement, Prepositions.
Vocabulary: Synonyms/Antonyms, Idioms, Contextual usage.
Verbal Logic: Para-jumbles (Logical sequence of sentences).
Aptitude Test (IPMAT): The primary filter.
Shortlisting: Based on "Composite Score" (weighted performance in the test).
Personal Interview (PI): Evaluates communication, confidence, and general awareness.
Final Merit List: Usually weighted as 65% Aptitude Test and 35% Interview.