IPMAT Indore 2026 was conducted in the computer based test format on May 4, 2026. Read the article below to know exam day guidelines, what to carry, etc.
- IPMAT 2026: Reporting Time
- What to Carry to IPMAT Exam Centre
- Last Minute Preparation Tips for IPMAT 2026 Exam
IPMAT 2026: Reporting Time
Candidates should reach the IPMAT exam centre at least 90 minutes before the exam. The IPMAT 2026 exam will be conducted in a single afternoon shift from 2 PM to 4 PM. The duration of the exam will be 2 hours. Students will not be allowed in the exam hall 30 minutes before the exam time.
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Students should keep in mind possible delays and traffic conditions to avoid hassle on the exam day.
What to Carry to IPMAT Exam Centre
Students should carry the following documents at IPMAT Exam centre:
- Coloured prinout of IPMAT admit card 2026
- Valid Photo ID proof
- Passport-size photograph
- Transparent Water Bottle
- Black or blue ball point pen
Last Minute Preparation Tips for IPMAT 2026 Exam
Candidates should follow the tips mentioned below:
Commonly asked questions
The IPMAT exam is conducted by the Indian Institute of Management, Indore. The exam is conducted once every year for admission to the five year integrated programme in management. The exam is conducted in the computer-based test mode or online mode every year. The complete IPMAT admission process is online. Students who have filled the IPMAT application form online on the official website will be required to appear for the online exam on the designated exam centre. The students need to reach the exam centre in order to take the online test. For the multiple-choice questions, students will be required to select the radio button on the computer screen against the correct answer and for the short-answer type questions, students will be required to type in their answers on the answer tupple given on the screen.
IIM Indore announced the IPMAT dates and schedule. The IPMAT 2026 exam was conducted on May 4, 2026. The registrations for IPMAT 2026 started on February 2, 2026
The IPMAT admission process is completely online and the schedule will also be announced online on the official website. The IPMAT 2026 exam will be conducted in one shift only (afternoon shift) like every year. The schedule along with the exam timings and duration will be announced soon by IIM Indore in a detailed notification for the IPMAT exam.
The IPMAT admissions are based on the IPMAT entrance exam and the counselling process which includes a Personal Interview. Candidates who qualify the IPMAT exam have to take part in the further admission process. The composite score is the sum of the score obtained by the candidate in the IPMAT exam as well as PI. The calculation of the composite score is done as follows:
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| IPMAT | 65 |
| Personal Interview | 25 |
| CS | Sum of the above |
Every candidate must carry a simple blue/black ball point pen and a two copies of their passport size photo to the IPMAT exam centre. They must not carry any stationary item other than the pen. Ever since the COVID-19 outbreak, IPMAT candidates are required to carry drinking water, hand sanitizer, face mask and gloves along with them. They have to carry drinking water in a transparent bottle. No other item will be allowed inside the exam venue. They also must not carry bags or valuables as there will be no arrangement for depositing while candidates appear for the exam. Candidates must also not carry notebooks or rough paper to the IPMAT exam centre. Any candidate found with an unauthorised item will be disqualified.
Commonly asked questions
Medium of IPMAT question paper is English. Paper structure of IPMAT exam is:
- IPMAT exam will be conducted in CBT test mode
- Duration of exam is 120 minutes
- IPM exam has MCQs and short answer type questions as well
- Each question carries four marks and one mark is deducted for incorrect answers
- There are three sections, Verbal Ability, Quantitative Aptitude, MCQ, Quantitative Aptitude, SA.
- Total number of questions can be between 90 and 100.
IPMAT exam full form is Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test. It is conducted by IIM Indore for admission to the 5-year IPM programme.
This entrance exam is a dual-degree programme that combines undergraduate, BA in Foundations Management and post graduate (MBA) degrees. The exam aims to checks aptitude in Quantitative Ability (QA) and Verbal Ability.
Total score in IPMAT Indore varies from 360 to 400. The IPMAT exam will have 90 to 100 questions and each question carries four marks.
IPMAT exam is conducted only once every year. The exam is conducted in CBT test mode for IPM programme. IPMAT 2026 exam was conducted on May 4, 2026.
- Students should not begin any new topic on the exam day or a day before the exam. Rather, they can focus on revision, checking formuals, concepts and vocabulary.
- Students should keep in mind the sectional time limit of 40 minutes.
- There is a negative marking of -1 mark for each incorrect answer. Students should not blindly answer all questions, rather use the elimination method. They should avoid guesswork
- Attempt easier questions first.
- Read the questions carefully and remain calm.
- A calm and composed mindset along with proper planning will impact the exam day performance positively.

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Student Forum
Answered 2 months ago
Yes, 300 out of total 360 marks is a very good score and will put students in the 99 percentile.
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Answered 2 months ago
Atharva School of Business considers IPMAT score for admission in Integrated BBA-MBA course. Aspirants can also get admission in Integrated programme based on their scores in MH CET, PERA CET or AU-AIET. Candidates must also meet course-specific eligibility for admission.
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