IIM Shillong IPM Admissions 2026-31: Application Form (Soon), Know the IPM Admission & Application Process, Fee

IPMAT is a speed based test with judges students on their quantitative and verbal skills. It checks the command of students over the English language and their comprehension skills. Questions in IPMAT exam are based on Class 9 and 12 syllabus but students need to practice a slightly advanced level questions to ace the exam. IPMAT requires focus and dedication. It is known to be a highly competitive exam but with practice and a good study plan they can get good scores.

IPMAT 2026 admit card was released on April 21, 2026. To download:

1. Go to official website of IIM Indore
2. Click on the download IPMAT admit card/ hall ticket button on the admission page of IPM
3. Enter the application number and password
4. Click on Submit button
5. Click on the link to download the admit card and download the same.

Take a print out of the IPMAT admit card as this is an important document which is to be carried to the IPMAT exam centre.

Candidates appearing for the IPMAT exam for admission to the five-year integrated programme in management, must have a good percentile to clear the cutoff of IIM Indore. The validity of IPMAT score is one year and students will be offered admission to colleges accepting IPMAT scores through their IPMAT result. To gain admission, candidates need to match the cutoff criteria of their preferred institute. The IPMAT exam has 100 questions and the total marks are 400. But, the raw scores are then scaled and the composite scores are calculated. Knowing what is a good score in IPMAT exam is subjective, however, the current trends suggest that the following will be considered a good score with 90-100% accuracy:

1. Quantitative Aptitude (MCQs): 18-20 questions
2. Quantitative Aptitude (SA): 9-10 questions
3. Verbal Ability: 38-42 questions

Based on the scores obtained in the IPMAT exam, the candidates will be called for the PI round of the selection procedure conducted by IIM Indore. 

IPMAT syllabus is considered moderate to difficult because of tricky QA section of the IPMAT exam. This many a times exceeds the difficulty level of Class 12 maths.

No, candidates must paste a recent passport size photograph on the IPMAT admit card to make it valid. The candidate's photograph affixed to the IPMAT hall ticket must match the photograph uploaded in the IPMAT application form. Candidates must paste a coloured photograph on the IPMAT admit card.

IPMAT admit card will be available for students who have submitted application form and paid IPM application fee. Students have to complete application process to access IPMAT admit card from the IIM Indore website. 

IPMAT or IPM Aptitude Test is conducted by the Indian Insitute of Management, Indore. The IPMAT question paper is divided into three sections, namely, Verbal Ability, Quantitative Aptitude. The QA section is further divided into two, that is, one which has MCQs and the other which has Short Answer Type questions. Time management is the key to scoring well in the exam.

The Verbal Ability section of the IPMAT question paper is based on English usage and Grammar. The Verbal Ability section aims to assess the candidate’s hold on language comprehension, grammar and vocabulary. The section examines the candidates on how well they comprehend the given data, analyse the question, vocabulary, grammar, etc. Speed and accuracy are the two key players in having a good preparation for IPMAT. To improve the reading speed in IPMAT preparation consider the following:

1. Students can dedicate a part of their study routine to focused reading practice.
2. They can challenge themselves by setting a time limit for reading tasks, and then gradually reducing the time limit to progressively increasing the reading speed.
3. Students should try to expand their vocabulary to facilitate comprehension skills and quicker reading skills. 
4. They should have a composed and focused mindset during their reading practice throughout. 

Keep a few practices like the above in mind, and make sure you give enough time to your mind to stay calm and prevent mental fatigue. Consistency is the only key which can fetch good marks in the IPMAT exam. 

IPMAT exam can be a bit challenging for an average student. But, by understanding exam pattern, completing IPMAT syllabus and brushing up basics coupled with consistent practice, one can fetch good marks in the IPMAT exam. 

Preparation for any entrance exam goes through various phases. First phase of IPMAT exam should include covering the IPMAT syllabus and covering important topics. It is important to know what are the strengths and weaknesses of the student. 
Once the learning phase is over, next phase should focus on revision and practice. During this stage, students should start attempting sectional tests and topic wise quizzes to strengthen their knowledge of different concepts.