IBSAT 2026: Dates, Registration, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern & Results

ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test 2025 ( IBSAT )

DeskCalelnderExam On - 27 Dec '26 - 28 Dec '26

Shruti Garg
Updated on Mar 23, 2026 12:09 IST

By Shruti Garg, Assistant Manager- Editorial

IBSAT 2026 registrations will commence on July 01, 2026. Candidates can apply online for IBSAT 2026 at ibsindia.org. Candidates seeking admission to MBA or PGPM programmes offered at 9 IBS campuses- Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bangalore, Gurgaon, Pune, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, and Dehradun must make sure to complete the IBSAT registration process. Admission to IBS is conducted through IBSAT, CAT, XAT, NMAT by GMAC and GMAT scores. Candidates can apply through any of the scores mentioned. IBSAT 2026 exam will be held in last week of December 2026 in remote proctored mode. Only registered candidates will be able to book the exam slot and download the admit card when released.

Table of contents
  • What is IBSAT?
  • IBSAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
  • IBSAT Exam 2026 Highlights
  • IBSAT 2026 Application Form
  • IBSAT 2026 Admit Card & Slot Booking
  • IBSAT Syllabus 2026
  • IBSAT Exam Pattern 2025
  • IBSAT 2026 Preparation Tips
  • IBSAT 2026 Mock Test
  • IBSAT Question Paper
  • IBSAT Result 2026
  • IBSAT Cutoff 2026
  • IBSAT 2026 Selection Process
  • FAQs in IBSAT Exam
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What is IBSAT?

IBS Aptitude Test (IBSAT) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by IBS Hyderabad for admission to MBA/PGPM offered by IBS campuses.  IBSAT scores are accepted by nine ICFAI Business Schools (IBS)- IBS Hyderabad, IBS Mumbai, IBS Bengaluru, IBS Pune, IBS Gurgaon, IBS Kolkata, IBS Ahmedabad, IBS Jaipur, and IBS Dehradun. IBSAT exam is conducted in Computer-based test (CBT) for a duration of two hours. The question paper includes multiple-choice questions. IBSAT is a computer-based test generally conducted over two days in last week of December. 

IBSAT 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of IBSAT 2025 exam

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Jul ' 26 - Dec ' 26

IBSAT 2026 Registration

TENTATIVE
27 Dec ' 26 - 28 Dec ' 26

IBSAT 2026 Exam Date

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IBSAT Exam 2026 Highlights

Candidates who are preparing for IBSAT exam must check the details about exam in brief. Table below mentions the IBSAT pattern highlights. Check the exam conducting body, mode of examination, frequency and more exam related details in the table below:

Features Details
Exam name ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test 
Conducting Body IBS Hyderabad
Level National
Exam Frequency Once a year
Mode Home proctored mode
Duration 120 minutes
Syllabus Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability, Reading Comprehension, Data Adequacy and Data Interpretation
Exam Pattern 140 questions in MCQ format
Language English
Exam Fees INR 1,800
Exam purpose Admission into 9 Campuses of ICFAI Business School (IBS) in Hyderabad, Dehradun, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Gurgaon, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Pune & Mumbai
Course/s offered MBA/PGPM
Exam Helpdesk No. 040-23440963 
Exam Website

https://general.ibsindia.org

 

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IBSAT 2026 Application Form

DeskCalendarRegistration: Jul ' 26 - Dec ' 26

IBSAT 2026 registration will commence in first week of July 2026 at ibsindia.org. Students must complete the registration process before deadline. Before filling the IBSAT application form, candidates must fulfill the below eligibility criteria and follow the steps to fill the application form.  

IBSAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

 Candidates will be required to fulfill the following eligibility criteria to apply for the IBSAT 2026 exam: 

  • Candidates should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline with a minimum 50 per cent in aggregate 
  • Candidates not meeting the eligibility criteria of English medium in graduation need to submit the TOEFL/ NELT/ IELTS score 
  • Applicants in their final year of graduation are also eligible to apply  
  • Candidates with a score of GMAT, CAT and NMAT by GMAC need not appear for IBSAT and can apply for direct admission

Steps to Fill IBSAT Application Form 2026

To fill the IBSAT 2026 application form candidates must follow below steps:

  1. Go to official website of IBS: ibsindia.org
  2. Click on tab 'Apply Online'
  3. Enter the personal details to create login details
  4. Complete the IBSAT application form 2026
  5. Pay application fee of INR 1800

IBSAT 2026 Admission Process

For admission to IBS campuses, candidates must follow the below admission process through IBSAT exam:

  1. Register for IBSAT exam
  2. Schedule IBSAT exam and Download Admit Card
  3. Take IBSAT Exam
  4. Declaration of IBSAT Results
  5. Appear for Micro Presentation and PI Rounds
  6. Final Selection for Admission 

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IBSAT Exam Centre

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IBSAT 2026 Admit Card & Slot Booking

IBSAT 2026 slot booking window will open tentatively in October 2026. Registered candidates will be able to download the IBSAT admit card 2026 after booking the exam slot. IBSAT 2026 exam date and time will be allotted on first come first serve basis. Candidates must log in and enter their preferred date and time to book exam slot and download the admit card PDF. Applicants will be able to download the IBSAT admit card till the date of examination. It is an important document that has to be shown on the day of examination.

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IBSAT Syllabus 2026

IBS does not prescribe the exact syllabus for IBSAT 2026. However, based on the previous year's question papers the topics for IBSAT 2026 syllabus are similar to that of CAT. IBSAT 2026 syllabus will be divided into four sections. To ace the exam candidates must know the important topics for IBSAT 2026. 

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IBSAT Syllabus

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IBSAT Exam Pattern 2025

IBS will release the IBSAT exam pattern along with release of official notification. As per the latest IBSAT 2026 exam pattern, the exam will be held in remote proctored mode. The total duration of the exam is 120 minutes. Also, as per the IBSAT marking scheme, for every correct answer candidate will get one mark and there will be no negative marking for any incorrect answer.

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IBSAT Exam Pattern

VARC Questions with Answers for Practice Quantitative Aptitude Questions with Answers for Practice DILR Questions with Answers for Practice

 

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IBSAT 2026 Preparation Tips

To score good in IBSAT 2026, candidates should follow preparation tips below:

  • Solve IBSAT sample papers
  • Join online study groups through Facebook, YouTube, Telegram, etc.
  • Have IBSAT study books for preparation
  • Make study plan
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IBSAT 2026 Mock Test

ICFAI Business School releases the IBSAT 2026 national mock test soon after the commencement of registrations. Candidates who are preparing for IBSAT exam must appear for the official IBSAT mock test 2026 to become familar with the exam pattern and mode of examination. IBS conducts IBSAT mock test is multiple sessions. Candidates must stay updated with the IBSAT 2026 mock test dates.

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IBSAT mock test

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IBSAT Question Paper

Candidates preparing for exam must download IBSAT question paper to know the exam pattern, syllabus and difficulty level over past years. IBSAT question paper helps candidates in analysin their preparation level and improves their speed and accuracy within the exam duration.

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IBSAT question paper

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IBSAT Result 2026

IBSAT 2026 scorecard will be released in last week of December 2026 at official website ibsindia.org. To download IBSAT 2026 result, test-takers must enter their IBSAT application number 2026 and password to download PDF. Based on the scores obtained by the test takers, they are shortlisted for assessment rounds which will be held at IBS Hyderabd campus.

Based on performance in IBSAT 2026, shortlisted candidates must appear for Micro Presentation and Personal Interview (PI) rounds. In these rounds, candidates are judged based on their optimistic outlook, leadership qualities and negotiation skills.

 

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IBSAT Cutoff 2026

IBSAT 2026 cutoff will be updated after declaration of results. Candidates meeting the IBSAT cutoff 2026 are shortlisted for the Micro presentation and personal interview rounds based on which final admissions will be granted to the students. As per the previous year's cutoff, the IBSAT cutoff for IBS Hyderabad is expected to be 72-78. IBSAT cutoff 2026 will be released across 9 IBS campuses- Hyderabad, Mumbai, Gurugram, Bengaluru, Dehradun, Jaipur, Ahmedabad and Kolkata. Candidates can check the table below to know expected IBSAT cutoff:

IBS Campus Expected Cut-Offs (Marks)
IBS Ahmedabad 60-65
IBS Gurgaon 62-67
IBS Bengaluru 65-70
IBS Hyderabad 72-78
IBS Dehradun 58-63
IBS Jaipur 57-62
IBS Pune 62-67
IBS Kolkata 58-63
IBS Mumbai 70-76

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IBSAT Counselling 2026

Colleges Accepting IBSAT Score 

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IBSAT 2026 Selection Process

IBSAT 2026 selection rounds will be held at IBS Hyderabad for shortlisted candidates in February 2027. Candidates must report at the allotted centre on given date and time. The IBSAT selection process includes a Micro Presentation and Personal Interview rounds. IBSAT 2026 selection process results will be announced at ibsindia.org. ICFAI Business School conducts these rounds for admission to its nine campuses. Candidates with valid scores from IBSAT 2026 or other recognised exams (CAT, MAT, XAT, SNAP, NMAT, GMAT, MAH CET, or state-level exams from 2024 onwards) can participate.

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FAQs in IBSAT Exam

Check Frequently Asked Questions on IBSAT exam below:

Q:   When will IBSAT admit card release?
A: 

IBSAT 2026 admit card will be released tentatively in October 2026. Registered candidates will be able to download the IBSAT admit card online. IBS will release the admit card along with the commencement of IBSAT 2026 slot booking. Soon after booking the IBSAT 2026 slot, candidates can download the admit card online at general.ibsinida.org.

Q:   How can I correct details in IBSAT admit card?
A: 

In case of any incorrect information or missing details in the IBSAT admit card, candidates must report at the IBS admission helpdesk immediately. Candidates can call at admission care or register their complaint by sending an email. IBSAT 2026 admit card will mention the details like- name of the candidate, registration number, category, date of birth, gender, programme details, date of exam, time, declaration and important guidelines for online exam. 

Q:   I have registered for IBSAT. How long will it take after registration for slot booking?
A: 

IBS will begin the IBSAT 2025 slot booking in first week of October 2025. Registered candidates will be able to book the exam slot and download the online IBSAT admit card once the window is open. IBSAT 2025 registration will end tentatively in third week of December 2025.

Q:   How to create IBSAT login details?
A: 

To create IBSAT login 2025, students must:

  1. Go to insiindia.org
  2. Enter personal details
  3. Enter new password
  4. IBSAT login details are created
  5. Start filling application form
Q:   What are the uses of IBSAT login details?
A: 

The uses of IBSAT login are as follows:

  • Completing the application form with academic records, photograph, signature, and test scores (CAT/GMAT/XAT/NMAT).

  • Downloading the admit card for the IBSAT exam.

  • Checking IBSAT results and downloading the scorecard.

Q:   What is IBSAT 2026 schedule?
A: 

ICFAI Business School will announce the IBSAT 2026 dates will be announced soon after release of official notification. IBSAT 2026 registration will commence on July 01, 2026 and exam will be scheduled in last week of December 2026. IBSAT 2026 exam is a online proctored examination administered across India. Candidates seeking admission to MBA/PGDM programme of IBS campuses must appear for IBSAT or have obtained score in national level examination conducted for MBA admissions.

Q:   What should I do incase of discrepancy in IBSAT admit card?
A: 

Incase if any discrepancy or mismatch in IBSAT admit card details in comparison to the actual document will lead to disqualification of the candidate for future IBSAT examination process. Still, if candidates find any discrepancy in IBSAT 2026 admit card they must immediately contact at the helpline number of the ICFAI Business School (IBS). Candidates will be required to submit the valid supporting documents to get the details rectified. ICFAI Business School helpdesk number- + 91–040–2344 0963/62/61/60. Candidates must follow the instructions as guided by the authorities to modify the details in the IBSAT 2026 admit card.

9 Institutes accepting IBSAT

ICFAI Business School (IBS), Hyderabad

Donthanapally, Hyderabad Private

ICFAI Busi
  • 17.01 Lakh
  • 2 years
  • |
  • Full Time
  • 7.20 Lakh
  • 2 years
  • |
  • Full Time

ICFAI Business School (IBS), Bangalore

Mysore Road, Bangalore Private

ICFAI Busi
  • 13.05 Lakh
  • 2 years
  • |
  • Full Time

ICFAI Business School, Mumbai

Powai, Mumbai Private

ICFAI Busi
  • 8.29 Lakh
  • 2 years
  • |
  • Full Time

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