The Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) is a 5-year dual-degree course (undergraduate BBA + postgraduate MBA) offered by IIM Indore and a few other institutes. It is designed for students right after Class 12 who want an early start in management education. Upon successful completion, candidates receive an MBA degree from IIM Indore (or the respective institute).
Why Choose IPM?
- Direct entry into a premier management programme without needing a separate MBA entrance after graduation.
- Strong focus on industry knowledge, leadership skills, personality development, networking, and better job profiles.
- Excellent placement records with average packages often exceeding 15–26 LPA at top IIMs.
Colleges Accepting IPMAT Indore Scores
IPMAT Indore scores are accepted by the following institutes for their IPM/BBA-MBA programmes:
- IIM Indore (primary conductor)
- IIM Ranchi
- IIFT Kakinada
- Nirma University (Gujarat)
- NALSAR University of Law (Hyderabad) – Department of Management Studies (DoMS) offers a 5-year Integrated BBA-MBA. It accepts a valid IPMAT Indore score (or its own NMET-UG test; best score considered). Selection: 75% weightage to entrance score + 25% to Personal Interview. Seats: 66. Eligibility: Minimum 60% in Class 12 (50% for SC/ST).
IPMAT Indore Exam Pattern
The exam is a 120-minute computer-based test with 90 questions (360 marks total). Sections are attempted in fixed order.
| Section | Question Type | Questions | Marks | Time |
| Quantitative Ability | (SA)Short Answer | 15 | 60 | 40 min |
| Quantitative Ability | (MCQ) Multiple Choice | 30 | 120 | 40 min |
| Verbal Ability | (MCQ) Multiple Choice | 45 | 180 | 40 min |
| Total | — | 90 | 360 | 120 min |
Marking: +4 for correct; -1 for incorrect (MCQ only). No negative marking in QA (SA).
Important Note: Logical Reasoning is not part of IPMAT Indore. Higher-level Class 11/12 Mathematics is included.
Important Dates for IPMAT Indore 2026 (Official)
• Result announcement: June 2026 (tentative)
• Application window opens: February 2, 2026
• Last date to apply (extended): March 17, 2026 (5:00 PM)
• Exam date: Monday, May 4, 2026 (afternoon shift)
• Admit card release: April 2026 (expected)
Eligibility Criteria
• Age: General/NC-OBC/EWS — maximum 20 years (born on or after August 1, 2006). SC/ST/PwD — 5-year relaxation.
• Qualifying Exam: Passed or appearing in Class 12 (any stream). Class 10 must be cleared.
• Minimum Percentage: No strict minimum in recent years (previously relaxed); safe to aim for 60%+ in Class 10/12.
International board students (IB/Cambridge) are eligible with equivalent certificates.
Selection Procedure
- Aptitude Test (IPMAT Indore): Must clear sectional + overall cutoffs to qualify for the next round.
- Personal Interview (PI): Shortlisted candidates appear for the PI. Written Ability Test (WAT) may or may not be conducted.
Final merit at IIM Indore is based on Aptitude Test score + PI. Other accepting institutes (e.g., IIM Ranchi, NALSAR) add weightage for academics, gender diversity, or their own criteria.
IPMAT Indore Past Year Cutoffs
IPMAT Indore has sectional cutoffs. Total marks: 360.
2025 Cutoff (Official Sectional Minimums for Shortlist)
| Category | QA (SA)/60 | QA (MCQ)/120 | VA/180 |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 24 | 28 | 112 |
| EWS | 16 | 18 | 87 |
| NC-OBC | 12 | 15 | 78 |
| SC | 12 | 10 | 65 |
| ST | 8 | 6 | 48 |
| PwD | 8 | 5 | 47 |
2024 Cutoff
| Category | QA (SA)/60 | QA (MCQ)/120 | VA/180 | Total/360 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 24 | 35 | 113 | 172 |
| NC-OBC | 12 | 23 | 78 | 113 |
| EWS | 18 | 26 | 89 | 133 |
| SC | 12 | 18 | 60 | 90 |
| ST/PwD | 8 | 13 | 40 | 61 |
2023 Cutoff
| Category | QA (SA)/60 | QA (MCQ)/120 | VA/180 | Total/360 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 12 | 39 | 125 | 176 |
| OBC | 4 | 23 | 91 | 118 |
| EWS | 4 | 26 | 98 | 128 |
| SC | 4 | 15 | 69 | 88 |
| ST/PwD | 4 | 5 | 43 | 52 |
2022: General — 175/360
2021: General — 107/400 (100-question format that year)
2020 & 2019: General ranged 47%–30% of total marks.
Insight: 40–45% overall is often enough for a PI call; aim for 55–60%+ for safety.
Syllabus & Topic Weightage (Indore-Specific)
Quantitative Ability (45 questions) Highest weightage topics:
- Higher Math (Class 11/12): 10–12 questions
- Algebra: 7–8
- Arithmetic & Numbers: 4–5 each
- Trigonometry: 4–5
- Geometry, Sequence & Series, Data Interpretation: 2–5 each
Verbal Ability (45 questions)
- Reading Comprehension (2–3 passages): 12 questions (topics: Science & Tech, Business, Arts/Society, History/Politics, Philosophy, etc.)
- Sentence Completion, Para Jumbles, Word Usage: ~17 questions
- Error Detection, Idioms, Grammar, Antonyms/Synonyms: 11–16 questions
Preparation Strategy
Quantitative Ability
- Master concepts from Class 9–12 + higher topics.
- Solve 100+ questions per topic.
- Maintain formula/shortcut notes.
- Take topic-wise tests and revise regularly.
- Practise previous IPMAT papers.
Verbal Ability
- Read 1–2 diverse articles daily to build speed and retention.
- Focus on tone, inference, and vocabulary.
- Solve 2 RCs + Verbal questions daily.
- Attempt easy questions first; eliminate similar options in tough ones.
General Tips
- No Logical Reasoning in Indore — channel energy into QA + VA.
- Solve all past papers (2019–2025).
- Accuracy matters due to negative marking.
- Preparation also helps with other BBA entrances (CUET, NPAT, SET, IPU CET, etc.).
This guide covers everything a Class 12 student needs for IPMAT Indore 2026. Always check the official IIM Indore website (iimidr.ac.in) and respective college portals (especially for NALSAR) for the latest updates. Consistent preparation over 6–12 months can secure admission to one of India’s finest management programmes.
Start early and stay focused — best of luck!
