The Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test (IPMAT) 2026 is a national-level entrance exam. It is conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) for admission to their prestigious five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM). This unique programme combines undergraduate and postgraduate management studies into a single, continuous course. The exam is primarily organised by IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak, and is open to students who have completed or are appearing for their Class 12 examinations.
IPMAT Indore 2026 Exam: Overview
| Exam name | IPM Aptitude Test (IPM AT), commonly called IPMAT Indore. |
| Exam date (2026) | May 4, 2026 (afternoon shift) — announced by IIM Indore. |
| Registration window (expected) | Feb — Apr 2026 (official window will be posted on iimidr.ac.in). |
| Application fee (IIM Indore): | - General/NC-OBC/EWS Rs. 4,130;
- SC/ST/PwD Rs. 2,065 (inclusive of GST). - This is the non-refundable online fee. |
| Total marks & duration: | - 360 marks, 90 questions, 120 minutes (two hours).
- Pattern comprises QA (MCQ), QA (Short Answer) and Verbal Ability (MCQ). |
| Selection: | - Aptitude Test (ATS weight 65%)
- Personal Interview (PI weight 35%). - Shortlist requires positive raw scores and minimum sectional cutoffs. |
What is IPMAT / IPM?
IPMAT stands for Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test. At IIM Indore the academic programme itself is called the Five-Year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) — the IPMAT is the entrance test for admission into that programme. The IPM awards a dual degree on successful completion (BA Foundation of Management + MBA) and is targeted at Class XII pass-outs (or those appearing), offering a direct integrated management path from undergraduate level.
IPMAT Indore 2026 Exam Dates
| Event | Date / Window |
| Official notification released | Oct 8, 2025 (IIM Indore announcement). |
| Registration opens (expected) | Feb 2026 (check iimidr.ac.in for final link). |
| Last date to apply (expected) | Apr 2026 (final dates will be on the website). |
| Admit card | 10 days before exam (issued online) |
| IPM AT / IPMAT Indore (Exam) | May 4, 2026 (afternoon shift). |
| Result (expected) | Second week of June 2026 (approx.). |
IPMAT 2026 Indore Registration & Fees (how to register)
- Where to apply: Official IIM Indore portal- www.iimidr.ac.in
- Create an account on the IIM Indore admissions page.
- Fill personal & academic details; upload scanned photo & signature.
- Pay the online application fee (Credit/Debit card, Net-banking, UPI).
Final checklist before you apply
- Verify date of birth cut-off on official notification (it changes per batch).
- Keep scanned documents ready (photo, signatures, category/EWS/PwD certificate if applicable).
- Pay application fee and save transaction receipt.
IPMAT Indore 2026: Exam Fees
| General / NC-OBC / EWS | Rs. 4,130 (inclusive of GST). |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 2,065 (inclusive of GST). |
| Note | IIM Rohtak, IIM Ranchi and other IPM entrants may charge different fees — you must register separately for each institute if you intend to apply to multiple IPM tests/colleges |
IPMAT 2026 Exam Eligibility
Age: Candidate should be born on or after August 1, 2006 for the 2026 exam (IIM Indore’s public announcement sets the age cut-off per batch; for the earlier 2025 batch the cut-off was Aug 1, 2005 — check official PDF and 2026 notification for exact date). Always confirm the exact year on the official notification because the birthday cut-off moves by one year each admission cycle.
Qualifying exam: Passed Standard XII/HSC or equivalent (years as specified in the notification) or appearing by the completion date indicated in the notification.
Documents: If applying under reserved categories (NC-OBC, SC/ST, EWS, PwD), valid certificates must be uploaded during registration.
IIM Indore Exam Pattern 2026
The official admission procedure describes the Aptitude Test (AT) pattern. This has been the stable format for recent cycles and IIM Indore indicated the IPM AT for the 2026 test will follow the same structure:
| Section | Time | Type | Marks |
| QA (MCQ) | 40 min | MCQs; negative marking: −1 per wrong | Each Q = 4 |
| QA (SA) | 40 min | Short-answer (numeric/text); no negative marking | Each Q = 4 |
| VA (MCQ) | 40 min | MCQs; negative marking: −1 per wrong | Each Q = 4 |
| Total | 120 min | 90 questions (approx.) | Total marks: 360 |
Important: You must answer sections in a pre-specified order (same order for all candidates).
Negative marking applies except for the QA (Short/TITA Answer) section.
Weightage for selection
Aptitude Test Score (ATS): 65% of composite score. (ATS is computed by weighting section raw scores: QA(MCQ) 25, QA(SA) 25, VA 50 — the ATS aggregates these to compute merit for shortlisting.)
Personal Interview (PI): 35% of composite score. Final Composite Score = 0.65×ATS + 0.35×PI.
Detailed IPMAT Syllabus 2026
| Quantitative Ability (QA) | MCQ + Short Answer |
| Arithmetic: | Percentages, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss, Averages. Time-Speed-Distance, Work & Time. |
| Number System: | Divisibility, LCM/GCF, Remainders. |
| Algebra: | Linear and quadratic equations, inequalities, sequences. |
| Geometry & Mensuration: | Triangles, circles, polygons, area & volume. Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry basics, |
| Probability & Counting: | Permutation & Combination, basic probability. |
| Verbal Ability (VA) — MCQ | Reading Comprehension — multiple passages testing inference, tone, vocabulary. |
| Para Jumbles & Para Completion (logical sequencing). | |
| Grammar & Usage (error spotting rarely heavy but revision helps). | |
| Critical Reasoning & Vocabulary-based questions. |
IPMAT Indore 2026: Results and Selection Process
Stage 1: All applicants who meet eligibility and successfully apply.
Stage 2 (Aptitude Test): Only candidates with positive raw scores and minimum sectional cutoffs are eligible for the next stage. IIM Indore decides the minimum section cutoffs category-wise.
Stage 3 (Shortlist for PI): Shortlist is made using ATS (65%) — those shortlisted will be called for PI (online/offline).
Final selection: Composite Score = 65% ATS + 35% PI; seats are allotted subject to reservation rules.
IPMAT Indore Cutoffs 2025
Historical cutoffs have trended upwards as competition and application numbers rise. Official RTI/published tables show sectional minimums for earlier cycles; industry experts estimate the General category overall total cutoff could be 210–220 (out of 360) for 2026, but remember this is an estimate; Actual published cutoffs from IIM Indore will be final.
How to interpret cutoffs:
IIM Indore applies sectional minima (candidate must have ≥ minimum in each section and positive raw scores) before ranking. So a balanced score across sections is safer than concentrating all marks in one section.
IPMAT Mock Tests 2026: Preparation Strategy and Free Mock Tests
Mock tests are non-negotiable for IPMAT Indore prep. You must do: Full-length timed mocks that replicate the exact section order and negative marking rules. Topic-wise practice for QA short answer & MCQ separately. RC & VA practice with time-bound passages.
For Free Mock: Click here
Mock strategy:
- Start with topic tests (QA fundamentals, RC speed).
- Two months before the exam: ramp to 2 full mocks/week + detailed analysis.
- Last 3 weeks: 4–6 full mocks/week (simulate test day: same slot order + breaks).
- After each mock: maintain an error log (concept errors, silly mistakes, time-loss issues) and fix one problem type per day.
How To Prepare IPMAT 2026 EXAM in 6 Months
- Months 1–2 (Foundations): Revise arithmetic, algebra basics, number system.
- Daily reading (30–45 min) — editorials, long RCs, vocabulary.
- Solve 20–30 QA topic questions daily.
- Months 3–4 (Speed & application):
- Start sectional timed tests (40 min QA-MCQ; 40 min QA-SA; 40 min VA).
- Do 1 full mock every 10 days + topic tests.
- Create formula sheet, trick list, and error log.
- Month 5 (Polish & mocks):
- Move to 2–3 full mocks/week with full analysis.
- Focus on QA-SA accuracy — practice short answer numeric problems with no negative marking approach.
- Improve RC speed by timing and summarising each passage.
- Final 2 weeks:
- 4–6 mocks/week; simulate exam day conditions strictly.
- No new topics — only consolidation, mocks, and error fixes.
- Sleep, small revision notes, light reading. On exam day: arrive early, keep documents ready, and don’t overthink.
Things to avoid in IPMAT Mock Tests (common mistakes)
Relying only on shortcuts without concept clarity (especially for QA-SA).
Ignoring sectional minima — a high total with one poor section may still get you eliminated.
Not learning from mocks: repeating the same error pattern is the quickest way to waste time.
Cutoffs & past trends (table & chart)
FAQs
Is IPMAT the same as IPM AT?
Yes — IPM AT is IIM Indore’s Aptitude Test for IPM admission, commonly called IPMAT.
Can 12th pass students apply for IPMAT?
Yes — as long as you meet the qualifying exam requirement and age cut-off specified in the notification.
Are calculators allowed in the IPMAT exam?
No. Expect to be asked to do mental math + rough calculations; practice speed and accuracy without a calculator.
How important is the PI for IPMAT?
PI is 35% of the final composite score — critical. Strong ATS gets you to PI; strong PI helps convert that into an offer.
What are the eligibility criteria and procedures for IPM?
Eligibility criteria for IPM Domestic and International applicants can be viewed under the heading Domestic Applicants and International Applicants through the following link:
Is there any scholarship available from the institute to IPM Students?
There is Need-based Financial Assistance provided to the students. Candidates with annual family income below Rs. 12,00,000 are eligible to apply for financial aid. For more information please visit:
- The top academic performer in IPM 4th year will receive a Scholarship of Rs. 1.5 lakh.
Is there an exit option after three years?
Yes. Students will be allowed to withdraw from the course after successful completion of three years. The Bachelor of Arts (Foundations of Management) (under dual degree) will be awarded in the subsequent year in Absentia during Convocation.
Is there a quota for International Applicants/NRI Candidates?
No, there is no NRI quota. However, IIM Indore has earmarked a total of 5 Seats for the International/ Foreign applicants under the provision of the Supernumerary Quota (this will be separate from the regular intake of the IPM programme).
Can applicants from international schools affiliated to foreign boards like IGCSE (International General Certificate for Secondary Education) and IB (International Baccalaureate) apply?
Applicants pursuing their X and/or XII standard from international schools affiliated to foreign boards like IGCSE (International General Certificate for Secondary Education) and IB (International Baccalaureate) can also apply.
Is there a sample question paper for IPMAT?
Yes, you may refer link below on IIMI website for IPMAT sample question papers:
