Last Verified: 2026-03-01 from official conducting body notifications.
Official Overview & Examination Scope
Purpose, Scope & Academic Impact
IPMAT is the premier undergraduate management entrance test conducted by IIM Indore. It offers direct admission out of Class 12 into a 5-year dual-degree (BBA + MBA) from India's top management institutes without appearing for the CAT exam after graduation.
Eligibility Criteria & Academic Qualifications
Exam Pattern & Test Structure
Total: 360 Marks| Section / Paper | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Ability (Short Answer - SA) | 15 Questions (Direct numerical entry) | 60 Marks | 40 Minutes |
| Quantitative Ability (MCQ) | 30 Questions (Multiple choice) | 120 Marks | 40 Minutes |
| Verbal Ability (MCQ) | 45 Questions (Reading comp & grammar) | 180 Marks | 40 Minutes |
+4 for Correct Response, -1 for Incorrect Response (QA SA questions have zero negative marking). Total 360 Marks.
Negative Marking Rule: -1 mark penalty on MCQs only. No negative marking on Short Answer (SA) questions.
Recommended Preparation Roadmap & Strategy
Cutoff Trends & Score Benchmark
Score of ~190-210 out of 360 with balanced sectional scores required to qualify for IIM Indore Personal Interview (PI).
Participating Institutes / Career Pathways
Frequently Asked Questions
Can students exit after 3 years in IPM?
Yes, as per NEP 2020 guidelines, students at IIM Indore and IIM Ranchi can exit after 3 years with a Bachelor of Arts / Business degree.
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