Can I appear for IPMAT more than once?

No, IPMAT is conducted only once a year. Candidates have to wait for the next session if they miss this year's exam. The IPMAT exam is being conducted in the CBT (computer-based test) mode. Based on the IPM Aptitude Test scores, students can apply for admission to integrated management programme offered by the prestigious Indian Institute of Managment, Indore. The exam will only be conducted in the computer-based test mode for all the sessions across various cities. The difficulty level of the IPMAT exam is usually moderate and the candidates can easily prepare for this exam. Candidates who wish to appear for the IPMAT exam need to apply on the official website of IIM Indore and fill out the IPMAT application form once the application window opens. IPMAT is held in about 28 test cities across the country, and the students need to visit the exam centre in order to take the exam.

Is IPMAT conducted twice a year?

No, IPMAT is a national-level entrance exam conducted by IIM Indore only once annually. IPMAT Rohtak is also conducted only once by IIM Rohtak. Candidates seeking admission to IIM Indore's IPM programme have to fill the IPMAT registration form online using their email ID and mobile number. Candidates must check the IPMAT eligiblity criteria before filing the IPMAT application form.

Which exam is easier IPMAT or IPMAT Rohtak?

Check the table below to know the section wise difficulty level of these exams: Section IPMAT Indore IPMAT Rohtak Quantitative Aptitude Very Difficult Moderate Verbal Ability Moderate Easy Logical Reasoning/Data Interpretation - Moderate

What is a good score in the IPMAT exam?

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: Quantitative Aptitude (MCQs): 18-20 questions Quantitative Aptitude (SA): 9-10 questions 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.

When will the IPMAT results release?

IPMAT result 2026 is expected to be released in the first week of June 2026. Scorecard for IPMAT exam will be available on the IIM Indore website. The IPMAT result card will be available on the official website only and the candidates will be able to check their result using their login details. The exam was conducted on May 4, 2026.

What is the expected IPMAT cutoff?

Refer to the table below to know the category-wise IPMAT 2026 expected cutoff: Section Expected IPMAT cutoff 2026 (Section-wise) Quantitative Aptitude (SA) 7 to 9 Quantitative Aptitude (MCQ) 12 to 14 Verbal Ability 35 and above

What is the IIM Indore IPM selection criteria?

IIM Indore selects candidates for the integrated programme in management based on IPMAT scores and a Personal Interview round. Mentioned below are the selection parameters: Component Score (Weight) Aptitude Test Score (ATS) 65 Personal Interview (PI) 35 Composite Score (CS) Sum of above score

Is there a provision of conducting the IPMAT exam twice?

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.

How is the final IPMAT score calculated?

IPMAT score is calculated based on correct answers marked by students in IPMAT exam. Raw score of candidates is scaled to calculate composite score. Candidates who match IPMAT cutoff criteria are further called for Personal Interview round. For final results, 65% weightage is given to scores in IPMAT exam and 35% weightage is given to performance in Personal Interview.

How to login to the website for IPMAT registration?

Candidates who wish to appear for IPMAT exam must follow process mentioned below to know how to register for exam and log in to IIM Indore website: Go to website of IIM Indore Click on registration link for IPMAT 2026 Candidate needs to generate a User ID and password using details such as name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID, etc. This User ID and password will also be sent to candidate through registered email and SMS Next, the candidate needs to relogin using login details Pay registration fee through a Credit or Debit Card or internet Banking Candidates belonging to reserved categories need to submit valid and attested certificates supporting their reservation category

Is there an age limit in the IPMAT exam?

Yes, there is maximum age limit to appear for the IPMAT exam. The students appearing for the IPMAT exam must be a maximum of 20 years of age as of July 31, of the given year. The IPMAT exam is open to students who have recently passed Class 12 or are still awating the Class 12 results. IPMAT is conducted by IIM Indore and is accepted by some of the top institutes such as IIM Indore, IIFT, Nirma University, IIM Ranchi, Alliance University, NICMAR and NALSAR University. Any candidate who has scored a minimum of 60% aggregate in Class 10/SSC and Class 12/ HSC or equivalent examination in the case of the General and NC-OBC categories is eligible to apply for the IPMAT exam.

When will the IPMAT 2026 exam be conducted for IIM Indore?

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.

What is the last date to download IPMAT admit card?

Candidates were to download the IPMAT admit card until the examination day. The hard copy of the IPMAT hall ticket is required at the time of entry to the exam centre. Officials at the centre will verify the details on the admit card and photo ID proof along with the details of the applicant available with them. Candidates missing to download and carry the IPMAT hall ticket on the exam day will not get entry to the exam centre.

What all items can I carry to the IPMAT exam centre?

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.

Can I choose desired IPMAT test centre?

Candidates are allowed to fill the IPMAT and to choose desired exam city under IPMAT test cities. IIM Indore will try and allot a test centre in the city selected by the candidate.

IPMAT 2026 Exam Dates (OUT): Get IIM Indore IPMAT Application & Exam Schedule

Updated on Aug 13, 2026 12:39 IST

By Shobha pant, Senior executive

IPMAT 2026 result was announced on May 25, 2026. The exam was held in the afternoon shift in the computer based test mode on May 4, 2026. On the official website of the IIM Indore (iimidr.ac.in); the exam results were released. IIM Indore was the exam conducting body however the exam scores are accepted by the 11 IIM business schools across India.

Also, there is ane exam; IPMAT Rohtak, conducted by IIM Rohtak. It is also a similar exam like IPMAT. This exam was conducted on May 10. 2026.

Table of contents

IPMAT Exam Date 2026 & Schedule
IPMAT 2026 Result Dates
IPMAT Answer Key Dates 2026
IPMAT 2026 Exam Date
IPMAT Admit Card Dates 2026
IPM 2026 Registration Dates
FAQs Related to IPMAT Date 2026

IPMAT Exam Date 2026 & Schedule

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

Dates	Past Exam Dates
10 Jun ' 26	IPMAT Registration Last Date 2026- TAPMI (Phase 2)
Jun ' 26	IPMAT 2026 Provisional Shortlisting
31 May ' 26	IPMAT Registration Last Date 2026- NICMAR University
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IPMAT 2026 Result Dates

The results for IPMAT Indore were announced on May 25, 2026. To download the results, IPMAT login details were needed. The names of the shortlisted candidates who were going for the next personal interview round were also notified. IPMAT admissions are based on overall performance in the IPMAT exam as well as the personal interview round.

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IPMAT Answer Key Dates 2026

IPMAT answer key 2026 was released on May 11 at the IIM Indore website. Authorities opened an objection filling window for 24 hours on the same day. All objections were examined by exam authority and none of it was accepted as valid. IPMAT 2026 official answer key was available for download until a limited period only.

IPMAT 2026 Exam Date

IPMAT exam date 2026 was May 4, 2026. The exam was held in a single afternoon shift, i.e. from 2 PM to 4 PM. The IPMAT 2026 question paper was moderately difficult.

IIM Rohtak conducts a similar exam, IPMAT Rohtak for UG admission. The IPMAT Rohtak exam date 2026 was May 10, 2026.

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IPMAT Admit Card Dates 2026

IPMAT 2026 admit card was released on April 21, 2026. Candidates had to carry the hall ticket to the test centre on the day of the exam for identification purpose.

IPMAT Admit Card 2026 Download Process

To download IPMAT admit card, follow:

Go to IIM Indore website
Login through login portal
Enter IPM Application Number or User ID and Password
Click IPM Admit Card
Download and take a print out of IPMAT admit card 2026

IPM 2026 Registration Dates

IPMAT 2026 registration started on February 2. The last date of IPMAT exam registration 2026 was March 17, 2026. IPM programme is offered by many IIMs including IIM Indore, Rohtak, Sirmaur, Shillong, etc, and each institute has a separate IPM application form. Students had to fill the IPMAT form as well as the institute form for IPM programme.

IPMAT Form Correction 2026

The form correction window for IIM Indore IPM form opened on March 23. The last date to make corrections in the IPMAT form was March 24, 2026. Students could correct the following details only:

Photograph
Signature
Alternate Mobile Number
Alternate Email Address
Exam Centre City Preferences
Interview City Preferences.

FAQs Related to IPMAT Date 2026

FAQs related to IPMAT dates are mentioned below:

Q: What is the composite score of IPMAT?

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

Q: What is the exam pattern of IPMAT?

IPMAT exam pattern is as follows:

Exam structure	Details
Number of sections	3 sections Quantitative Ability (MCQs) Quantitative Ability (SA) Verbal Ability
Duration	Two hours
Mode of examination	Computer-based test mode (CBT)
Total number of questions	25 short-answer-type questions 75 multiple-choice questions
Type of questions	Multiple-choice questions
Marking scheme	+4 for every correct answer -1 for every incorrect answer No deduction of marks for un-attempted questions

Q: What is the medium and structure of IPMAT exam?

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.

Q: Which is tougher among IPMAT Indore, IPMAT Rohtak and JIPMAT?

Check the table below to know the section wise difficulty level of the three exams:

Section	IPMAT Indore	IPMAT Rohtak	JIPMAT
Quantitative Aptitude	Very Difficult	Moderate	Easy
Verbal Ability	Moderate	Easy	Easy
Logical Reasoning/Data Interpretation	-	Moderate	Moderate

Q: Can I take admission to integrated programme at IIM Indore without IPMAT?

No, IIM Indore IPM admission is not possible without appearing for IPMAT. It is an aptitude test conducted by Indian Institute of Management, Indore. Score obtained in aptitude test is given a weightage of 65% in Composite Score which serves as basis of final selection.

Q: Why should I take IPMAT Exam?

IPMAT exam is conducted by IIM Indore for admission to its integrated programme in management. Students seeking admission to UG programme at renowned Indian Institute of Management, Indore can appear for IPMAT.

Q: What are the IPMAT 2026 registration dates?

IPMAT Indore application form 2026 was released on February 2, 2026. Registration window will be open for approximately a month. It will be completed by March 17, 2026. IPMAT 2026 exam was conducted on May 4, 2026.

Q: What is the eligibility criteria for IPMAT counselling?

IPMAT counselling is held for students who have cleared IPMAT exam and have been shortlisted for PI. They should have:

Qualify IPMAT exam
Complete Class 10 and 12 from a recognised board
All nationality students can apply for IPMAT counselling
Students should have all documents required for verification round proving their eligibility

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

Candidates need these documents for IPMAT counselling: