IPMAT 2024: Result Released; Download Score Card; Check Cut offs

IPMAT (IPM Aptitude Test) is the entrance exam for admission to IIM Indore 5-year Integrated BBA + MBA Program in Management. Exam will be held on May 23, 2024. Registrations are open from February 14 to March 26. Last date to apply is March 26. Form is available on IPMAT Official Website Check key highlights below.

IPMAT 2024 Exam Highlights.

IPMAT Exam Date 2024 was May 23, 2024. Complete IPMAT 2024 important dates and schedule is as follows:

Score of IPMAT Exam 2024, conducted by IIM Indore, is accepted not only by IIM Indore but also by some of the top B-schools in India as below:

• IIM Indore: IPMAT is mandatory exam for IPM Admission 2024
• IIM Ranchi: IPMAT is mandatory entrance exam for admission to 5 year Integrated Program in Management (BBA+MBA) 2024-29 batch
• IIFT 5 Year IPM (BBA+MBA) Admission 2024: To Accept IPMAT 2024 Score. 
• TAPMI Bangalore Campus: Accepts IPMAT score for BBA (Hons) Admission and IPM Program. 
• NALSAR University of Law: Accepts IPMAT score for 5-year IPM Admission, Hyderabad

IIM Indore has revised the IIM IPMAT 2024 exam pattern and syllabus. Check IPMAT Exam 2024 Pattern below.

Note: Candidate must answer the sections in a pre-specified order and this order will remain same for all the candidates. The above table does not indicate the final order of sections. Read More about the IPMAT exam and scoring pattern

Here are the details of IPMAT 2024 Syllabus:

IIM Indore Admission 2024 Eligibility Criteria 

Candidates satisfying the following criteria are eligible to apply for the Five-Year Integrated Programme in Management of IIM Indore.

• Age: Candidate should have been born on or after August 01, 2004 (5 years of relaxation to the candidates from SC/ST/PwD category will be given i.e. born on or after August 01, 1999).
• Qualifying Exam: Candidate should have passed Standard XII/HSC or equivalent examination in 2022, 2023 or appearing in 2024.
• Standard X/SSC or Equivalent: Candidate should have passed standard X/ SSC.

IIM Indore IPMAT 2024 admission process is shared below. The students will undergo a rigorous IPMAT 2024 selection process to get admission into IIM Indore IPM 2024-29 batch

• Application Submission for IPMAT 2024: IPMAT 2024 application form is aimed at understanding the students’ proficiency in academics, as well as in co-curricular activities. The details should be filled up by the applicant in the IPMAT application form.
• Appear in Entrance Exam IPMAT: All the applicants have to appear in the IPMAT entrance examination. IPMAT tests the applicant’s aptitude, logical reasoning and proficiency in English and Mathematics.
• Personal Interview: Those who clear the IPMAT 2024 exam cut offs, will be shortlisted for further rounds of selection process. The shortlisted candidates on the basis of IPMAT 2024 need to appear for personal interviews. The interview judges the students’ level of confidence, communication skills, general awareness, persuasion skills and knowledge.
• Final Admission: Best 150 candidates who have done well in IPMAT, have good academics, perform well in personal interview, are granted admission to this prestigious 5 year IPM course.

The minimum cut off marks in each section will be based on the categories of applicants. Expected category wise IPMAT 2024 cut off, out of 360 marks is as below.

Only those candidates satisfying the requirements will be considered for the final selection. Category wise merit list will be generated based on Composite Score (CS) and provisional admission offers will be made after final selection round, awarding following weightages:

Read More on IPM Selection Process after IPMAT Exam

IIM Indore IPM is broadly divided into two Phases:

1. First three years of the BBA program, and
2. Last two years of MBA Program 

The first three years build a foundation, and the last two years focus on Business Management. In addition to Class work, IPM students are required to complete a social internship at the end of Year 3, and a business internship between Years 4 and 5. This experiential learning inculcates leadership qualities in them and hones their managerial skills further. 

On successful completion of the five-year rigorous academic experience, the participants would be awarded Bachelor of Arts (Foundations of Management) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) under dual degree programme. 

The IPM course fee for resident Indians is as follows:

• 3 Years UG (BBA) Fees: First three years of IPM Fees is Rs.17,14,133
• 2 Years MBA Fees: The Course fee for the 4^th and 5^th year would be as per prevailing Post Graduate Programme in Management - Master of Business Administration (MBA) fees. The current 2 years MBA fee at IIM Indore is Rs 21,17,158.
• IIM Indore IPM Program Fees 2024 is Rs. 38,31,291 
• The course fee includes accommodation/lodging, access to lectures, computer facilities and library. 

IIM IPM Entrance exam preparation requires a well-planned approach with time management. You can go for IIM IPM Entrance Exam Preparation Coaching or do self-preparation. Check IPMAT Exam Coaching course details below. IPMAT Coaching is offered by top coaching institutes like IMS, CL, T.I.M.E. and others. Following good options are available for IIM IPM entrance exam preparation with coaching.

10.1. IMS Coaching IPMAT 2024 Preparation Courses 

10.2 TIME Coaching IPMAT 2024 Preparation Courses 

10.3 Career Launcher IPMAT 2024 Preparation Courses 

IPMAT 2024: Exam Day Preparation
Here are key IPMAT 2024 exam day tips: 

• Read Exam Instructions Carefully: Candidates should read the Exam Instructions carefully as mentioned in the IPMAT question paper before starting the exam.
• Adhere to Section Time Limits: Candidates should stick to the sectional time limit. Each section of the IPMAT question paper is to be solved within 40 minutes. Keep a track of the time! 
• Take Care of Negative Marking: Candidates should remember the negative marking. Skipping a question is better than wrong answers!     

IPMAT 2024: Exam Day Guidelines
Read important IPMAT exam day instructions below:

• Organize Exam Documents: Before leaving for the IPMAT exam center, candidates must keep all the necessary documents. Check list below.
• Report before Time: It is required of candidates to arrive at the IPMAT testing location at least one hour prior to the exam's start time. The candidate should make an effort to visit the exam centre prior to exam day if they are new to the city or are unsure of its location.
• Carry Water and Stationery: A transparent water bottle, hand sanitizer, and a ballpoint pen are required for candidates.
• Candidates are not permitted to engage in dishonesty or fraud of any kind. The candidate will not be allowed to take the exam if they are discovered.

IPMAT 2024: Exam Day List of Documents
Please keep a copy of following documents that are required to enter IPMAT Exam Hall at exam center:

1. Identification proof, such as an Aadhaar card, driver's licence, voter ID, PAN card, UID card, or college/university ID card)
2. Two photocopies of the IPMAT Admit Card. Since candidates cannot take the exam without their IPMAT admit card, it is the most crucial document to have with them at all times.

IPMAT 2024 exam centres have increased to 36. The IPMAT 2024 exam centers are located in all the major cities in India. 

Check complete list of IPMAT 2024 Exam Centers

IIM Indore IPMAT aspirants are raising various queries on IPMAT exam, preparation, IPMAT registration process, IPM selection process among others. Below are shared the Important FAQs IPMAT Exam 2024 and the answers from experts. 

Q. What is full name of IPMAT Exam?
Ans. The full name of IPMAT is IIM Indore IPM Aptitude Test, which is popularly known as IPMAT.

Q. What is the IPMAT exam date?
Ans. IIM Indore has announced the IPMAT 2024 exam date as May 23, 2024.

Q. What are the IPMAT 2024 Application Dates?
Ans. IPMAT registration and application was open from February 14 to April 1, 2024 

Q. How can I apply for IPMAT 2024?
Ans. Registration & Application form is online and available at: iimidr.ac.in/academic-programmes/five-year-integrated-programme-in-management-ipm

Q. Which exam is easier - IIM Indore IPMAT or IIM Rohtak IPMAT?
Ans. Both IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak IPMAT exams are of moderate difficulty level. The IPMAT exam syllabus is of class 12 Standard.

Q. Which is more difficult CAT or IPMAT?
Ans: IIM Indore IPMAT is easier than CAT as the IPMAT eligibility is Class 12 while the CAT eligibility is graduation.

Q. Which other top management colleges accept IPMAT exam score for admission?
Ans. Apart from IIM Indore, IPMAT score is accepted for IPM admission by IIM Ranchi, IIFT Kakinanda, TAPMI Bengaluru, NALSAR University Hyderabad.

Q. Can I prepare for IPMAT in 1 month or 2 months?
Ans. Yes, if you are serious, and have good fundamentals, you can prepare for IPMAT in 1 to 3 months. IIM Indore has also released previous test papers to help you understand the exact exam pattern and difficulty level.

Q. Can I leave the IIM Indore IPM program after 3 years? What degree I will get?
Ans. Yes, you can exit after successfully completing 3 years of IPM program. In such cases, IIM Indore awards bachelor’s degree which is duly recognized by UGC.