Don't know if there is a sectional cutoff in IBSAT exam? Check out this page to get detailed information on IBSAT exam cut off, sectional cut off in IBSAT, and other important facts about IBSAT exam.
Does IBSAT Have Sectional Cutoff?
IBSAT Cutoff is released by the colleges accepting IBSAT scores at ibsindia.org. Candidates who appear for the examination have to meet the minimum cutoff criteria to be eligible for IBSAT selection rounds, including Personal Interview and Micro Presentation. Along with the IBSAT cutoff, IBS also releases the cut off for candidates applying for admission based on CAT, XAT, NMAT by GMAC or GMAT scores. To participate in further admission rounds through IBSAT scores, candidates have to generally meet the overall IBSAT cut off criteria. However, there is also a sectional cutoff in IBSAT that candidates have to meet for admission. IBSAT exam is conducted by IBS Hyderabad in remote proctored mode for admission to MBA/PGPM offered by IBS campuses.
- Sections in IBSAT Exam
- Does IBSAT Have Sectional Cutoff?
- IBSAT Selection Process
- IBSAT 2026 Cut Off (Expected)
- List of Colleges Accepting IBSAT Scores
Sections in IBSAT Exam
As per IBSAT exam pattern, there are four sections in the entrance exam - VA, RC, QA, and DA/DI. Check below to know the weightage of each section in IBSAT question paper.
| Sections |
Weightage |
|---|---|
| Verbal Ability (VA) |
36% |
| Reading Comprehension (RC) |
21.5% |
| Quantitative Aptitude (QA) |
21.5% |
| Data Adequacy/ Sufficiency and Data Interpretation (DA/ DI) |
21.5% |
| Total |
100% |
Commonly asked questions
As per IBSAT exam pattern, the marking scheme for IBSAT is as follows:
- One mark for each correct answer
- No marks for wrong answers
Based on score obtained by candidates in IBSAT exam, they are shortlisted for the Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds.
Listed below is the IBSAT cutoff:
- CAT & XAT: 60 percentile and above
- GMAT: 500+
- NMAT by GMACTM: 150+
IBS offers Masters of Business Administration (MBA) and Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM) through IBSAT scores. Check the list of IBS colleges and courses offered through IBSAT below:
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Hyderabad: MBA
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Ahmedabad: PGPM
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Mumbai: PGPM
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Dehradun: MBA
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Kolkata: PGPM
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Bangalore: MBA
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Gurgaon: PGPM
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Pune: PGPM
- ICFAI Business School, Jaipur: MBA
IBSAT cutoff is released considering below factors:
- Number of students appeared for IBSAT exam
- Difficulty level of question paper
- Number of seats offered at IBS campus
IBS Aptitude Test also known as IBSAT is conducted for admission to MBA/ PGDM programs of IBS nine campuses. Candidates having valid score in CAT/MAT/XAT/SNAP/NMAT/GMAT/MAH CET or any other state-level entrance examination are exempted from taking the IBSAT exam. Colleges accepting the IBSAT scores are the IBS nine campuses itself. Check the list of nine IBS campuses below:
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Hyderabad
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Ahmedabad
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Mumbai
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Dehradun
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Kolkata
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Bangalore
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Gurgaon
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Pune
- ICFAI Business School, Jaipur
Does IBSAT Have Sectional Cutoff?
Yes, IBSAT has sectional cutoffs. This means that, along with meeting the overall scores required for admission through IBSAT, candidates have to meet the minimum qualifying marks criteria for each section as well. This is done to ensure an applicant is competent in all areas tested through the entrance exam. However, candidates must note that meeting the sectional cutoff requirement is only one step towards admission. The IBSAT final merit list is prepared based on Micro Presentation (25% weightage), Personal Interview (PI) (25% weightage), and Previous Academic Records (50% weightage). Candidates must perform well in these stages also to increase their chances of getting admission to the target college.
IBSAT Selection Process
IBSAT-accepting colleges conduct the IBSAT selection process in offline mode. There are three rounds in its selection process. These are:
- The first round is Micro Presentation. In this round, candidates are given three topics, and they have to perform on any one of them for 3 minutes. This stage tests the applicant's communication and thinking skills.
- Those who clear the micro presentation are called for Personal Interview round, where they will be judged for their confidence, communication skills, business aptitude, and general attitude.
- After the final selection result is out, eligible candidates have to take admission in the participating IBS college as per their IBSAT cut off and final selection criteria.
IBSAT 2026 Cut Off (Expected)
Colleges accepting IBSAT scores will release their cutoff marks in December 2026. Until then, candidates can check the table below to know the expected IBSAT cutoff 2026 for all IBS campuses:
| IBS Campus | Expected IBSAT Cutoff |
|---|---|
| IBS Hyderabad | 72-80+ marks |
| IBS Mumbai | 70-78+ marks |
| IBS Bangalore | 65-75+ marks |
| IBS Gurgaon | 62-75+ marks |
| IBS Pune | 6-70+ marks |
| IBS Dehradun | 55-65+ marks |
| IBS Jaipur | 55-65+ marks |
| IBS Kolkata | 55-65+ marks |
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List of Colleges Accepting IBSAT Scores
A total of nine IBS campuses across India accept IBSAT scores for admission to MBA courses. Below is the list of IBSAT-accepting colleges:
| IBSAT Accepting Colleges | |
|---|---|
| IBS Mumbai | IBS Hyderabad |
| IBS Bengaluru | IBS Gurgaon |
| IBS Ahmedabad | IBS Dehradun |
| IBS Jaipur | IBS Pune |
| IBS Kolkata | |
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Commonly asked questions
IBSAT cutoff is not released officially by the colleges on the webiste. Candidates can check the IBSAT cutoff on downloading the IBSAT scorecard. Candidates can check the section-wise and overall score. The scorecard also mentions the qualifying status for Micro Presentation and Personal Interview rounds.
The admission process through IBSAT exam at ICFAI Business School (IBS) is conducted in below stages:
1. Meet IBSAT minimum eligibility criteria
2. Complete the online IBSAT 2026 application form
3. Take entrance exam CAT, GMAT, NMAT by GMAC, or IBSAT.
4. Shortlisted candidates are called for a selection process
5. IBS admission final result is declared
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a month ago
IBS Hyderabad has shared the dates for IBSAT National Mock Test on its official website. Candidates can register for any date as per their convenience. Apart from this, IBS also provides Free Mock Test that can be taken anytime after registration.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
The number of questions in each section of IBSAT Mock Test are as follows:
Section | No. of questions |
|---|---|
Verbal Ability | 50 |
Quantitative aptitude | 30 |
Reading Comprehension | 30 |
Data Adequacy and Interpretation | 30 |
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
Yes, the IBSAT mock test is free of cost. Candidates just have to register for it on the official website.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
Only candidates who fulfill the below mentioned eligibility criteria can register to appear for IBSAT mock test:
- Candidate must be a resident of India with Aadhaar Card (Except for NE States, may provide Government ID)
- Student must be a 2025-26 graduate or in final year of qualifying examination
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
IBSAT National Mock Test is a mock conducted by IBS Hyderabad at a national level for IBSAT aspirants. This year, IBS has announced six mock tests from July to December 2026. The mock test is designed to help students practice in exam-like environment.
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Answered a month ago
ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad accepts candidates from diverse academic & professional backgrounds:
Graduates & Final-Year Students: Candidates who have completed graduation or are currently in their final year in any discipline like Commerce, BBA, Science, Engineering, Arts.
Working Professionals:
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ICFAI Business School (IBS), Kolkata secures candidates from diverse academic & professional backgrounds:
Graduates & Final-Year Students: Candidates who have completed graduation or are currently in their final year in any discipline like Commerce, BBA, Science, Engineering, Arts.
Working Professio
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IBSAT secures candidates from diverse academic & professional backgrounds:
- Graduates & Final-Year Students: Candidates who have completed graduation or are currently in their final year in any discipline (Commerce, BBA, Science, Engineering, Arts, etc.).
- Working Professionals: Individuals with 2 t
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
The IBSAT 2026 is a 2-hour computer-based test containing 140 MCQs. It features zero negative marking and no sectional time limits.
Section No | Section Name | Marks |
|---|---|---|
1 | Verbal Ability | 50 |
2 | Reading Comprehension | 30 |
3 | Quantitative Aptitude | 30 |
4 | Data Adequacy & Interpretation | 30 |
TOTAL | 140 | |
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Students can apply for IBSAT entrance exam from diverse academic & professional backgrounds:
- Candidates who have completed graduation or are currently in their final year in any discipline (Commerce, BBA, Science, Engineering, Arts, etc.).
- Working Professionals with 2 to 3 years of work experience
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