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    IIM Indore Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test - IPMAT

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    Himanshu ShekharUpdated on Feb 03, 2026 12:09 PM

    About IPMAT 2026

    IIM Indore has released the IPMAT 2026 registration on their official website.  IPMAT 2026 registartion has started from February 2, 2026. Candiates can fillup the IPMAT 2026 registartion from the IIM Indore offcial website till March 14, 2026. IPMAT 2026 will be held on May 4, 2026. The IPMAT exam 2026 is an aptitude test conducted by the IIM Indore to join the 5-year integrated MBA programme. IPMAT 2026 will have three sections: quantitative ability (MCQs), quantitative ability (short answer questions), and verbal ability (MCQs). The duration of the IPMAT 2026 will be of 2 hours (120 minutes). Check out this page to know more about IPMAT exam 2026 registration date, IPMAT 2026 exam date, etc.

    What is IPMAT Exam?

    The Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test (IPMAT) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by IIM Indore for admission to the 5 years Integrated Programme in Management offered by IIM Indore, IIM Ranchi, IIFT Delhi and other management colleges in India. Aspiring candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can appear for the IPMAT 2026 exam. The minimum qualification required to apply for the IPMAT exam is Class 10/X/SSC and Class 12/XII/HSC or equivalent examinations with a minimum of a 60% aggregate mark.

    IPMAT 2026: Overview

    The main highlights regarding IPMAT 2026 are specified in the table below.

    Particulars

    IPMAT Exam Details

    Name of the exam

    Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude (IPMAT)

    Conducting Body

    IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak

    Exam Level

    National

    Exam frequency

    Once a year

    IPMAT 2025 Mode

    Online

    IPMAT 2025 Syllabus

    • Quantitative Ability (SA and MCQ)
    • Verbal Ability (MCQ)

    Types of questions

    Multiple-choice questions and short-form answers

    Marking scheme

    • +4 marks for correct answers
    • -1 mark for an incorrect answer

    Language

    English

    Duration of the IPMAT 2025

    2 hours (120 Minutes)

    Number of sections

    3

    IPMAT 2025 Official Website

    Iimidr.ac.in and iimrohtak.ac.in

    IPMAT 2026 helpdesk:

    For any inquiries related to IPM admission 2026-2031, you may feel free to contact as per the details given below:

    The Admissions Office,
    Indian Institute of Management, Indore,
    Prabandh Shikhar, Rau-Pithampur Road,
    Indore—453556 (M.P.), India.

    Phone: 0731-2439686/687
    Email: ipmadmissions@iimidr.ac.in

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    IPMAT 2026 Highlights

    Full Exam Name
    IIM Indore Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test
    Short Exam Name
    IPMAT
    Conducting Body
    Indian Institute of Management Indore
    Frequency Of Conduct
    Once a year
    Exam Level
    National Level Exam
    Participating Colleges
    5
    Exam Duration
    2 Hours
    No Of Seats
    120

    IPMAT Important Dates

    IPMAT IIM Indore Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test (session 2026)

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    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: When IPMAT 2026 application form release?
    A:

    IIM Indore started the IPMAT 2026 registration process in online mode on February 02, 2026.

    Q: When will the IPMAT admit card release?
    A:

    IIM Indore issued the IPMAT 2026 admit card in online mode on April 21, 2026.

    Q: When will the IPMAT 2026 registration be closed?
    A:

    The last date to apply for IPMAT 2026 was march 14, 2026.

    Q: What is the eligibility criteria for Domestic Applicants?
    A:

    Category-wise IPMAT exam eligibility criteria are listed below.

    • For General and NC-OBC Category: Candidates should have secured a minimum of 60 percent in X and XII or equivalent. Maximum age should be 20 years as of August 1, 2026.
    • For SC, ST and DA categories: Candidates should have secured a minimum of 55 percent in X and XII or equivalent. Maximum age should be 22 years as of August 1, 2000.
    Q: When will IPMAT 2026 exam held?
    A:

    The IPMAT 2026 will be held on May 4, 2026, in a Computer-Based mode.

    Q: What is the duration of the programme?
    A:

    IPM is a 5 year integrated programme comprising of 15 terms. Each year having 3 terms of 3 months each.

    Q: What is the selection process for IPM?
    A:

    The IPM selection process involves two steps:

    • Candidates need to appear for the Aptitude Test conducted by IIM-Indore
    • Shortlisted candidates will be called for a Personal Interview.
    Q: What is the exam structure of the IPMAT?
    A:

    The exam format of IPMAT are as follows:

    SectionNumber of QuestionsTime duration for the section
    QA (MCQ)2540 Minutes
    QA (SA)2540 Minutes
    VA (MCQ)5040 Minutes
    Q: What is the marking scheme of the IPMAT?
    A:

    For each correct answer, 4 marks will be awarded. For every incorrect answer 1 mark will get deducted. Non negative marking for Short Answer questions (QA-SA).

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