IBSAT 2025 is just few days away. This article of Shiksha brings a preparation strategy to follow in the last month to ace this competitive MBA entrance exam. Read on to know more.
IBSAT 2025 will be conducted on December 27 and December 28, 2025. With less than a month left, aspirants must be wondering how to crack IBSAT 2025 exam by making the best use of time? Candidates must now pull up their socks to prepare for IBSAT 2025 in one month. Candidates must ensure that the basics are clear and must wrap up the syllabus of IBSAT 2025, keeping in mind the weightage of each section. If not, here we bring handy tips to complete the IBSAT preparation successfully and get a decent score.
Generally, an MBA aspirant appears for several MBA entrance exams, hence they are familiar with the basic structure and pattern of such tests. The syllabi of these exams are also on similar lines. Hence, even if an aspirant has not specifically prepared for IBSAT, if s/he has prepared and appeared/is appearing for exams such as CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, etc., there would not be any difficulty in preparing for IBSAT 2025 in a month
- IBSAT Exam Pattern
- IBSAT 2025 Structure
- Tips on how to Prepare for IBSAT in One Month
- Focus on Strengths
IBSAT Exam Pattern
The foremost thing to prepare for IBSAT in one month is to know the IBSAT pattern 2025 well and align the preparation strategy accordingly.
| Specifications |
Details |
|---|---|
| Duration of Exam |
120 minutes |
| Total Number of Questions |
140 MCQs |
| Total Marks |
140 |
| Marking Scheme |
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Sections |
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Commonly asked questions
The last admission dates (LAD) for applying to the PGPM course at IBS Gurgaon, students can apply from July to February. Thus, the deadlines for applying to the course always lie in the month of February. Also, IBSAT is usually conducted in the last week of December and the results are also released on December's last date.
IBS Gurgaon doesn't declare a specific IBSAT cut-off mark. Shortlisting happens on the basis of performance in IBSAT or other approved entrance tests along with academic performance. Better scores enhance possibilities at the time of selection rounds. Final selection also relies upon the interview and presentation performance.
IBSAT 2025 Structure
| Sections |
Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Verbal Ability (VA) |
50 |
| Reading Comprehension (RC) |
30 |
| Quantitative Aptitude (QA) |
30 |
| Data Adequacy/ Sufficiency and Data Interpretation (DA/ DI) |
30 |
| Total |
140 |
Tips on how to Prepare for IBSAT in One Month
Review the Syllabus and Shortlist Topics
With just 30 days in hand, it is not possible to cover the entire IBSAT syllabus. After going through previous years’ analysis and question papers, candidates will be able to figure out which topics are important and select topics from the Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal Ability, Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation sections. They should also ensure that they are familiar with those topics and do not have to start preparing from scratch. With regular preparation, they should aim to master these topics with a solid 30 days of preparation. The idea is not to cover the entire IBSAT syllabus 2025, but the important ones.
For preparing the shortlisted topics within a month, students should aim to learn the basics within 20 days, coupled with practice and keep the last 10 days for revision. They should put an optimum number of hours per day for each topic and must balance preparation between sections.
Keep a Minimum of Two Hours per Day for Revision
Often in a limited time, the obvious tendency is to cover two to three topics in a day, and this makes it even more important to revise all that you have studied to memorise the topics covered so far. Hence, aspirants should allot a minimum of two hours every day to revise the topics they have studied that day and the previous day/ This revision in the 20 days’ time will be an added support to the last 10-day period before the test.
Refer to the Right Books and Study Materials
There are a number of books and study materials available in the market for MBA entrance exam preparation. One has to be careful to select the right ones. For example, referring to books for high-difficulty tests such as GMAT or other competitive exams such as Banking would not fit the bill. Ideally, they should refer to the books for MBA entrance exams written exclusively to cater to each of the sections. Apart from that, regular reading of newspapers and magazines would not only improve their General Knowledge but Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension areas as well.
Also Read: IBSAT Exam Preparation: Best Books You Must Refer To
Attempt Mocks & Learn Time Management
It is important to sharpen analytical skills to answer questions of IBSAT. Thus, test takers must attempt IBSAT Mocks without a miss. After each mock test, they should analyse their performance and note down the areas of improvement, shortcut techniques to solve a question, time management, etc. Based on this, they have to steer the preparation towards the next level. Candidates should also ensure that they attempt the test in a proctored environment so that they can take the actual test from their home comfortably and conveniently. This year, IBSAT will be conducted online in a remote proctored manner, wherein candidates will have to take the test from their homes.
Read & Dig out Important Points
While studying the topics from IBSAT reference books, aspirants should make note of important formulae and theorems that they need to remember by heart. They need to remember important aspects in each topic. Remembering these pointers will help them answer the questions accurately. On the test day, they may not get questions as per their expectation but if they are thorough with the topics, it will help them select the right answer from the list of options.
Commonly asked questions
No, IBS Mumbai does not offer direct admission. The admission process is strictly entrance-based. Aspirants are required to take the IBSAT exam to become eligible for admission to the PGPM course. In addition, candidates with the required minimum score in CAT/XAT/NMAT or GMAT are also eligible to apply and are exempted from IBSAT exam. After this, the shortlisted candidates have to participate in the Micro Presentation and Personal Interview round for final selections. Check complete details about IBS Mumbai admission process.
Admissions at IBS Mumbai are done through entrance examinations. Students need to first visit the college's official website and fill out an application form, and pay the application fee. They have to then sit for an either the IBSAT or other national level exams, such as CAT/ GMAT, XAT, NMAT, etc. Applicant are shortlisted for the final selection round on the basis of their performance in the entrance exam. The final round involves a micro-presentation and a PI. Students who clear all rounds should pay the course fee to secure their seat at this college.
The admission process for ICFAI Business School Jaipur is mentioned below:
- Application submission of IBSAT
- Appear for the exam and submit the score of CAT/GMAT/NMAT at the time of registration
- After that shortlisting will be done
- The selection Process will take place by the college/institute
- After the selection round the candidates will be provided with the admission letter
- Lastly, the commencement of classes
Click here to know about the detailed eligibility criteria for IBS Jaipur MBA course.
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Focus on Strengths
In the last month before the test, aspirants should focus on individual strengths over weaknesses and feel positive about their preparation progress. Positive energy and belief in oneself help the candidate largely to perform well on the test day.
Lastly, staying awake until late at night 10 days before the exam must be avoided. This can stress up the brain muscles and arouse unnecessary tension. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and routine would lead to fruitful preparation.
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Student Forum
Answered a week ago
IBSAT exam pattern is released by ICFAI Business School, the conducting body. The IBSAT exam pattern prescribes the number of questions, marking scheme, mode of examination and exam duration to help candidate prepare for exam day.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
The maximum marks for IBSAT exam is 140 marks. IBSAT question paper consists of 140 multiple-choice questions of one mark each. The questions are divided across three sections.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
The number of students appearing for IBSAT exam is not disclosed by the conducting authority. IBSAT exam is held in online proctored mode. Candidates can apply for IBS admission 2027 through following scores:
- IBSAT
- CAT
- NMAT by GMAC, and
- GMAT
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
To prepare for ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test, candidates can get the IBSAT best books online or offline from nearby book stores. Candidates must ensure to check the edition and author name for IBSAT books.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
No, while appearing for IBSAT exam, candidates are not allowed to refer the books or any material. IBSAT exam is conducted in online proctored mode. Candidates practicing any unfair means will be disqualified from the examination.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
IBSAT quantitative aptitude section will cover following topics:
Number System | Work, Pipes and Cisterns |
Discount | Average |
Arithmetic Progression | Time and Work |
Percentage | Algebra |
Geometry | Co-ordinate Geometry |
Mensuration | Probability |
Instalment payments | Permutation & Combination |
Quadratic and linear equation | Profit & Loss |
Alligation & mixtures | Time-Speed-Distance |
D
Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
No, IBSAT syllabus does not change every year. The IBSAT syllabus is similar to CAT and NMAT exam syllabus. The IBSAT exam is comparatively easy in difficulty level compared to NMAT and CAT.
N
Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
IBSAT question paper will cover the topics from the following sections:
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Verbal Ability
- Data Adequacy/ Sufficiency and Data Interpretation (DA/ DI)
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
To access the IBSAT mock test, candidates must visit the official website, ibsindia.org and click on tab showing 'National IBSAT Mock Test'. Candidates must make sure to register for exam to appear for mock test.
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Contributor-Level 6
Exam On - 27 Dec '26 - 28 Dec '26
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