IPMAT Selection Process 2025: Check Personal Interview (PI) Dates, Final Merit List, Seat Intake

Q: How is the final IPMAT score calculated?

IPMAT score is determined on the basis of correct answers marked by aspirants in the IPMAT exam. For each correct answer, candidates are awarded four marks. For an incorrect answer, one mark is deducted from the candidates' total score. This means that for five correct answers, 20 marks will be added to the total score. The raw score of candidates is scaled to calculate the composite score. Candidates who match the IPMAT cutoff criteria are further called for the Personal Interview round. For final results, 65% weightage is given to the scores obtained by the candidates in the IPMAT exam and 35% weightage is given to the candidate's performance in the Personal Interview (PI).

Q: What is the expected IPMAT cutoff?

Refer to the table below to know the category-wise IPMAT 2025 expected cutoff: Section Expected IPMAT cutoff 2025 (Section-wise) Quantitative Aptitude (SA) 24 to 28 Quantitative Aptitude (SA) 32 to 36 Verbal Ability 102 to 107

Q: Why is the ATS score important in IPMAT?

A high ATS score or the Aptitude Test Score means higher chances of getting a Personal Interview call from IPMAT Indore. The ATS score is based on the performance of the students in the IPMAT exam. The ATS is calculated using the below-mentioned formula: ATS Score = (Candidate's score / Maximum score) X 100 An ATS score is a defining factor in deciding the candidate's chances of being called for a Personal Interview.

Q: How to calculate the IPMAT scores?

IPMAT score is determined on the basis of correct answers marked by aspirants in the IPMAT exam. For each correct answer, candidates are awarded four marks. For an incorrect answer, one mark is deducted from the candidates' total score. This means that for five correct answers, 20 marks will be added to the total score. The raw score of candidates is scaled to calculate the composite score. Given below are the steps on how the composite score for IPMAT 2023 exam will be calculated: Quantitative Section (MCQ) Section Scores: 25 X (candidate's score - Minimum score) (Maximum score - Minimum score) Quantitative Section (SA) Section Scores: 25 X (candidate's score - Minimum score) (Maximum score - Minimum score) Verbal Ability Section Scores: 50 X (candidate's score - Minimum score) (Maximum score - Minimum score) The maximum and minimum scores are the highest and the lowest scores obtained in respective sections by the candidates from the eligible pool. The total score of the candidates in the exam will be the sum of the scores obtained in all three sections.

Q: How is the IPMAT counselling process conducted?

After the IPMAT exam results are declared, shortlisted candidates are invited for counselling. The counselling process typically involves document verification, seat allocation based on merit, and choice filling. However, a general outline of how the IPMAT counselling process is typically conducted is as follows: After the IPMAT exam is conducted, IIM Indore releases a list of shortlisted candidates who are eligible to participate in the counselling process after a few days. Shortlisted candidates receive call letters and emails containing details of the counselling dates, venue, and instructions for the counselling process. Candidates then have to appear for a Personal Interview conducted by IIM Indore in about 8 cities in India. During counselling, candidates must carry the documents for verification, such as IPMAT scorecard, admit card, Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, passing certificates, category certificate, domicile certificate, photo ID proof, passport-sized photographs, etc. Seats are allotted to candidates based on their IPMAT rank. After the seat allotment, candidates who are satisfied with their allotted seat need to confirm their acceptance by paying the required admission fees within the specified time frame. This step confirms their seat in the programme. In case of any vacant seats or withdrawal of candidates, there might be additional rounds of counseling or a waitlist to fill those seats.

Q: In how many cities will the IPMAT counselling be held?

IPMAT counselling process is conducted in about 8 cities all over the country. The admission committee of the Indian Institute of Management, Indore, decides the number of counselling cities. Students who clear the IPMAT entrance exam will have to visit the IPMAT counselling centres to take part in the IPMAT Personal Interview. Check the table below to know the IPMAT counselling cities: State City Karnataka Bengaluru Tamilnadu Chennai Telangana Hyderabad Delhi Delhi Assam Guwahati Madhya Pradesh Indore West Bengal Kolkata Maharashtra Mumbai

Q: Which IIMs participate in IPMAT counselling?

IIMs including IIM Indore, IIM Rohtak, IIM Ranchi, IIM Amritsar, IIM Shillong, IIM Lucknow and IIM Sirmaur accept IPMAT scores. Each of these IIMs conduct their individual counselling procedures for IPMAT selection process. All these institutes conduct the counselling process and the students have to individually apply for the counselling process on the official website of the institute.

Q: What is the eligibility criteria for IPMAT counselling?

IPMAT counselling is conducted for candidates who have cleared the Intergrated Program in Managment Aptitude Test (IPMAT) and have secured a rank in the merit list. To be eligible for IPMAT counselling, candidates must fulfil the following criteria: 1. The candidate must have qualified for the IPMAT exam by obtaining the minimum qualifying marks 2. Candidates must have completed their Class 10 and Class 12 from a recognised board or institute. 3. Candidates from all nationalities can apply for the IPMAT counselling 4. The candidate must meet the eligibility criteria for the desired course for admission based on IPMAT. 5. The candidate must have all the required documents as required at the time of document verification. Candidates who fulfil the above eligibility criteria can participate in IPMAT counselling process.

Q: How can I register for the IPMAT counselling?

The IPMAT counselling process begins after the IPMAT provisional short list is released. Candidates who qualified for the IPMAT counselling must follow the steps below to complete the counselling registration: Visit the official website of IIM Indore Click on the button reading 'New Registration' Fill in the IPMAT application number and date of birth Several details are prefilled from the IPMAT application form, including personal and academic details in the registration form. Upload photograph and signature in the specified format and size. Pay the counselling fee via the available payment modes. After successful payment, you will receive a payment confirmation message on your registered mobile number and email ID. Candidates then need to appear for the further selection procedure which is Personal Interview.

Q: Is it mandatory to attend the document verification round for the IPMAT counselling?

Yes, it is mandatory for all candidates to attend the document verification round as part of the IPMAT counselling process. During the document verification process, candidates must present their original documents for verification and provide their biometric details. The purpose of document verification is to ensure that the candidate is eligible for admission to the selected course and to avoid fraudulent activities. Candidates who do not attend the document verification round will be marked ineligible from the admission process through IPMAT scores. Such candidates will not be considered for the seat allotment round also. Therefore, it is important for candidates to attend the document verification process physically as per the schedule announced by the authorities. It is also crucial to carry all the required documents in original along with photocopies to the document verification round. Candidates who fail to produce the required documents will not be allowed to participate in the further counselling process which includes the Personal Interview round.

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Updated on Jul 21, 2025 12:42 IST

By Saumya Jain, Assistant Manager- Content

IPMAT selection process 2025: The Indian Institute of Management, Indore, conducted a Personal Interview (PI) process in online mode in the third week of July 2025. The IPMAT selection process includes two stages. The first stage is the shortlisting of candidates for Personal Interview (PI) through IPMAT Indore result 2025, and the second stage is preparing the final merit list. Based on the scores in IPMAT, candidates will be shortlisted for the PI. Based on the scores obtained by the candidates in the PI round, a final merit for admission will be prepared. Candidates who did not appear for the IPMAT exam or the Personal Interview will not be eligible to take part in the IPMAT selection process.

Q: Which IIMs participate in IPMAT counselling?

Q: What is the eligibility criteria for IPMAT counselling?

Q: How can I register for the IPMAT counselling?

Table of content

IPMAT 2025 Exam: Composite Score Calculation
IPMAT Exam Dates & Schedule
IPMAT Indore 2025 Selection Criteria
Colleges Accepting IPMAT Scores 2025
IIM Indore Seat Intake for IPMAT 2025
IPMAT 2025: Two Phases
FAQs on IPMAT Counselling

IPMAT 2025 Exam: Composite Score Calculation

Given below are the steps on how the composite score for IPMAT Indore 2025 will be calculated:

Quantitative Section(MCQ) Section Scores:

25 X (candidate's score - Minimum score)

(Maximum score - Minimum score)

Quantitative Section(SA) Section Scores:
25 X (candidate's score - Minimum score)

(Maximum score - Minimum score)
Verbal Ability Section Scores:
50 X (candidate's score - Minimum score)

(Maximum score - Minimum score)

Note: Maximum and minimum scores are the highest and lowest scores obtained in respective sections by the students from the eligible pool. The total score of the candidates in the exam will be the sum of the scores obtained in all three sections.

Also Read: IPMAT question papers

Commonly asked questions

Q: How is the final IPMAT score calculated?

Q: What is the expected IPMAT cutoff?

Q: Why is the ATS score important in IPMAT?

IPMAT Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of IPMAT 2026 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
Jun ' 25	IPMAT 2025 Provisional Shortlisting

IPMAT Indore 2025 Selection Criteria

Admissions to IIM Indore's Five-Year Integrated Management Programme are based on the scores obtained by the students in IPMAT written exam, Personal Interview/Group Discussion. The exam authorities release a list of eligible candidates after the IPMAT exam who can appear for the Personal Interview. The final selection of candidates will be conducted based on the Composite Scores (CS) computed based on the following.

Components	Marks Weightage
ATS Score (IPMAT 2025)	65%
PI	35%
Composite Score	100

A higher ATS score in the IPMAT exam can mean increased chances of getting a PI call from IIM Indore. The ATS score is based on the performance of the students in the IPMAT exam. The ATS is calculated using the following formula:

ATS Score = (Candidate's score / Maximum score) X 100

An ATS score is a defining factor in deciding the candidate's chances of being called for a Personal Interview. The ATS score is calculated section-wise. For example, if the candidate scored 32 out of 50, the ATS score will be: (32/50) X 100= 156

Raw scores are converted to ATS scores and then the composite score is calculated after the PI round.

Commonly asked questions

Q: How to calculate the IPMAT scores?

Q: How is the IPMAT counselling process conducted?

Q: In how many cities will the IPMAT counselling be held?

Colleges Accepting IPMAT Scores 2025

Check out the list of BBA colleges accepting IPMAT scores:

Name of the college	Course Fee
IIM Indore	INR 35 L
IIM Amritsar	INR 17.75 L
IIM Shillong	INR 11.43 L
IIM Ranchi	INR 15.63 L
IIM Sirmaur	INR 22.74 L
IIFT Kakinada	INR 30 L
Department of Management Studies, NALSAR University	INR 10.75 L
NIRMA University	INR 16.3 L
TA Pai Management Institute	INR 18.8 L
NICMAR University	INR 19.75 L
Alliance University	INR 9 L

Commonly asked questions

Q: Do I need to carry original documents for verification during the IPMAT admissions?

Q: How the IPMAT Indore counselling process different from IPMAT Rohtak's?

IIM Indore Seat Intake for IPMAT 2025

There are 150 seats reserved for the domestic applicants at IIM Indore for admission to the five year integrated programme in management through IPMAT. Check out the table below to know the seat distribution at IIM Indore:

Category	Seats
General and NC-OBC categories	27%
SC	15%
ST	7.5%
EWS	10%
PwD	5%

Commonly asked questions

IPMAT 2025: Two Phases

Candidates who wish to get admission to the five-year integrated programme of IIM Indore must know that the programme is broadly divided into two phases; Phase I is the first three years of the programme and Phase II includes the remaining two years. Let's take a look at the two phases in detail:

Phase I: Phase I of the programme builds the foundation. The students are required to complete a social internship at the end of the first three years along with the classwork.

Phase II: Phase II of the programme focuses on Business Management. The students are required to complete a business internship between the fourth and fifth year along with classwork.

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Commonly asked questions

Q: How is the final IPMAT score calculated?

Q: What are the documents required for the IPMAT counselling?

Q: Does every student who clears the cutoff get a call for IPMAT counselling?

FAQs on IPMAT Counselling

Check below some of the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on IPMAT counselling:

Commonly asked questions

Q: Is it mandatory to attend the document verification round for the IPMAT counselling?

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What are the IPMAT Rohtak 2026 registration dates?

Answered a month ago

IPMAT Rohtak registration 2026 will begin in the first week of February 2026. The application process usually goes on for approximately two months. Candidates will be able to fill the IPM Aptitude Test application form online. The IPM Rohtak application form will be available on the official website

Nishtha Shukla

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When will IIM Rohtak conduct the IPMAT 2026 exam?

Answered a month ago

IIM Rohtak will announce the IPMAT Rohtak date 2026 and schedule online. The IPMAT 2026 exam will likely be conducted in the first week of May 2026. The registrations for IIM Rohtak IPMAT 2026 will likely begin in the first week of February 2026. The registration window will likely be open for appro

Rashmi Chatterjee

Beginner-Level 5

Can a Class 12 student apply for IPMAT 2026 without Class 12 results?

Answered a month ago

Yes, students who are in Class 12 or are awaiting their Class 12 board results can certainly apply for the IPMAT Indore exam. The basic eligibility criteria for appearing for the IPMAT 2026 exam is as follows:

The candidate should have scored a minimum of 60% aggregate in Class 10/SSC and Class 12/ H

Mani Malhotra

Beginner-Level 5

What are the IPMAT 2026 registration dates?

Answered a month ago

IPMAT Indore application form 2026 is expected to be released in the second week of February 2026. The registration window will likely be open for approximately a month. The registration process usually completes by the end of March. The IPMAT 2026 exam will likely be conducted in the second week of

Shiksha Shukla

Beginner-Level 5

Are Class 12 Mathematics questions asked in the IPMAT exam?

Answered a month ago

Yes, Class 12 mathematics is relevant to IPMAT exam. The exam relies heavily on the mathematics component. In the IPMAT question paper, there are two sections on Quantitative Ability and one on Verbal Ability. IPMAT is one of the most sought after competitive exams after Class 12 for students seekin

Mayank Singh

Beginner-Level 5

Which IIMs participate in IPMAT counselling?

Answered 2 months ago

IIMs participants In IPMAT counselling are mentioned below:

IIM Indore

IIM Ranchi

IIM Amritsar (recently launched IPM)

IM Shillong

IIM Sirmaur.

Dipa Mandal

Beginner-Level 5

Do I need to carry original documents for verification during the IPMAT admissions?

Answered 2 months ago

During the IPMAT admission you need to carry original documents like

Class 10 & 12 mark sheets and certificates

IPMAT Admit Card & Scorecard

Category certificate

Identity proof (like Aadhaar, PAN card, etc.)

Passport-size photographs (as per guidelines)

Provisional admission offer letter (if already issu

Dipa Mandal

Beginner-Level 5

What to do if I do not get shortlisted for the IPMAT Indore PI round?

Answered 2 months ago

Even if the candidate clears the sectional and overall cutoff in IPMAT exam but does not get shortlisted for the PI round, it means that the candidate is eligible but not among the top-ranked candidates based on the composite score. Such a candidate will not be considered for admission to the IPM pr

Saumya Jain

Contributor-Level 10

How the IPMAT Indore counselling process different from IPMAT Rohtak's?

Answered 2 months ago

IPMAT Indore and IPMAT Rohtak counselling process is conducted by the IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak, respectively. The processes are different and conducted differently. Majorly the difference lies in exam structure, weightage, number of seats, etc.

IIM Indore counselling process: Weightage

Round	Weightage
IPMAT exam	65%
PI Round	35%
Total	100%

IIM Rohtak IP

Mani Malhotra

Beginner-Level 5

Does every student who clears the cutoff get a call for IPMAT counselling?

Answered 2 months ago

Every student who clears the IPMAT cutoff will get a call from the participating institutions, but will not be guaranteed admission. If they do not match the academic eligibility or IPMAT score they will not be given admission to the IPM programme. IIM Indore checks factors such as IPMAT score, numb

Shiksha Shukla

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