IBSAT Exam Analysis 2025: Get Detailed Paper Analysis & Review
ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test 2025 ( IBSAT )
Registration - 1 Jul '25 - 19 Dec '25
IBSAT 2025 detailed analysis will be updated soon after exam is over. The IBSAT 2025 exam will be held in a remote proctored mode. IBSAT Question Paper consists of 140 objective-type questions. According to the previous year analysis of IBSAT exam Day 1, the difficulty level of the exam is easy to moderate. The exam pattern was on the expected lines, and there was no surprise element in the question paper.
The sections were easy to moderately difficult. The Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency section was the most time-consuming. Let us examine the IBSAT 2025 exam pattern before presenting an in-depth section-wise analysis.
The difficulty level of IBSAT is moderately easy. IBSAT exam is easy in comparison to other MBA entrance examinations like CAT, MAT, or CMAT. IBSAT question paper consists of total 140 questions across four sections. Each question carries one marks and no marks are deducted for any wrong answers or not attempted question.
- Download the admit card from the official website. The IBSAT admit card is the most important document of proof of all the candidates appearing for IBSAT 2024 exam.
- Candidates must check the wifi connection for a table internet connection while giving the exam.
- Sit in the calm corners of the home to avoid any kind of distractions.
- Check your webcam before beginning the exam.
- Keep the copy of IBSAT 2024 admit card ready on the desktop.
- Keep the device charge wheel in advance.
- Ensure that the web cam and mic is working properly while giving examination.
- Ensure proper lightening in the room.
- Take the exam from a silent place in the home.
- Webcam must focus on face and is clearly visible in the camera.
- Candidates must capture the photos before beginning with the examination.
- Candidates must wear transparent and non-reflection glasses/lenses
- Water bottle must be transparent and must be kept besides before the start of the examination.
- Do login only after 3 minds to resume your examination in case your examination crashes.
- IBSAT Pattern 2025
- Section-wise IBSAT Exam Analysis
- IBSAT Exam Analysis: Topic-Wise Questions & Marks
- IBSAT 2024 Exam Analysis
- FAQs on IBSAT Exam Analysis
IBSAT Pattern 2025
IBSAT question paper is divided into four sections and all the questions are in MCQ format. Check other details below.
| Exam Structure |
Details on IBSAT Exam |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode |
Computer-based test (CBT) |
| Duration of exam |
120 minutes |
| Number of questions |
140 MCQs |
| Total Marks |
140 Marks |
| Language of paper |
English |
| Subjects |
Quantitative Aptitude Verbal Ability Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation Reading Comprehension |
| Number of sections |
4 Sections |
| Marking scheme |
1 mark for each correct answer No negative marking |
Commonly asked questions
IBSAT syllabus is closely similar to CAT syllabus with no negative marking. Candidates preparing for CAT will be able to prepare for IBSAT easily. The IBSAT syllabus is divided into four sections viz., Verbal Ability, Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude, Data Adequacy and Data Interpretation also, CAT syllabus includes the similar sections.
The syllabus for MBA entrance exams like CAT, XAT, MAT, NMAT, SNAP, CMAT, and IIFT is mostly the same, with only small differences. The difficulty of these exams depends on the number of seats available versus the number of candidates. CAT is considered the toughest because its scores are used by top B-Schools like the IIMs. Based on feedback from MBA aspirants, CMAT is seen as the easiest.
The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a national-level exam conducted by the National Testing Agency. It is a three-hour online test that evaluates candidates in Quantitative Technique, Logical Reasoning, Language Comprehension, and General Awareness. There is no fixed syllabus for the CMAT, but it generally covers basic mathematics (mainly arithmetic from grades 1 to 10), reasoning, and reading comprehension.
Section-wise IBSAT Exam Analysis
Verbal Ability
IBSAT exam analysis of the Verbal Ability section had relatively easy questions, except a few tricky ones in the Vocabulary section, the rest of the questions were easy. The questions from the Grammar section were easy and primarily from topics such as synonyms/antonyms, the meaning of idioms, cloze test, picking out the errors in usage, word relation, one-word substitution, phrases, fill-in-the-blanks, sentence correction, and jumbled paragraphs.
Experts believe scoring 32-34 marks within 25 minutes in the Verbal Ability section was easy.
Reading Comprehension
The Reading Comprehension (RC) section had some questions, which were direct and factual in nature while some were inferential. Inferential questions were time-consuming. The difficulty level of RC questions can be considered moderate to difficult level. Given below is the break-up of the Reading Comprehension section:
- 30 questions from 4 RC passages
- 500-600 words passages
Experts believe solving 20-22 questions accurately in 25 minutes from the section was easy.
Quantitative Ability
IBSAT exam analysis show that the Quantitative Ability section had a good mix of questions from various topics that were arithmetical and geometrical in nature. Questions were of moderate difficulty level. Majority of questions in the IBSAT 2024 question paper were from the following topics-
- Number System
- Speed, Time & Distance
- Profit & Loss
- Discount
- Work & Time
- Percentage
- Ratio
- Interest Calculation
- Simplification
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Mensuration
- Permutation & Combination
- Probability
Experts believe not required attempting 21 to 23 questions was easy with good preparation.
Data Adequacy and Data Interpretation
IBSAT exam analysis show Data Adequacy and Data Interpretation section had questions that focused strongly on data adequacy and logical thinking. The overall difficulty level of questions of the DA-DI section was moderate, except for a few questions that were difficult. The questions were asked from topics such as:
- Pi graphs
- Line graphs
- Percentage change
- Ratio between two values
Experts believe solving 17-20 questions with accuracy was easy with good preparation from this section.
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Commonly asked questions
IBSAT or IBS Aptitude Test is a national-level entrance exam conducted by ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (deemed to be University) for admission to MBA programme. However, it is not compulsory to appear for IBSAT. Candidates who have appeared for CAT/ NMAT/ GMAT/ XAT and scored well can also get admission to IBS Hyderabad MBA programme.
IBSAT is a two-hour Computer-based test (CBT) comprising multiple-choice questions. IBSAT is a computer-based test that is generally conducted over a window of two days in December.
IBSAT selection process comprises of two rounds:
- Micro Presentation: In this round, candidate will have to present on a topic in brief. Candidates will be given three topics and choose any one topic from it. This is done to test the communication skill of candidates.
- Personal Interview (PI): Those who have successfully cleared the micro presentation round are called for PI round. This PI round judges your communications skills, confidence, business aptitude and general attitude. Candidates should remain cool and calm during this final round.
Candidates who will qualify the IBSAT or any other national level entrance exam will have to appear for the IBS selection rounds which will be conducted in February/March 2025.
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 Exam Analysis: Topic-Wise Questions & Marks
There are 140 questions in total in IBSAT question paper. Each question carried 1 mark. The Verbal Ability section of IBSAT question paper carries the maximum marks (50) followed by Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude, Data Adequacy and Data Interpretation sections, each with 30 marks. The pie chart below depicts the number of questions in each section of the IBSAT question paper. Check it below.
IBSAT: Topic- Wise Questions
IBSAT 2024 Exam Analysis
IBSAT 2024 exam was conducted in online proctored mode. The exam was held on December 28 and 29 in multiple slots. Exam analysis for IBSAT 2024 exam has been updated:
- IBSAT was of moderate difficulty
- No lowercase in IBSAT question paper
- Variation in types of questions and topics as compared to 2023.
- The expected cut-off of ICFAI Hyderabad Campus is 60-65 percentile
- Expected cut-off of other ICFAI Campuses to remain the same as the previous year or change slightly
- Test takers could attempt 32-34 questions from each section in half an hour. For students with sound preparation, solving 17-20 questions from each section in IBSAT 2024 exam with accuracy was easy.
FAQs on IBSAT Exam Analysis
Check below the frequently asked questions on IBSAT exam analysis below:
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a month ago
For admission to ICFAI Business School, candidates must meet the overall cutoff criteria specified for CAT, XAT, GMAT and IBSAT. Based on the cutoff criteria, candidates will be shortlisted for the micro presentation and personal interview rounds. Candidates who are shortlisted through IBSAT scores
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a month ago
IBSAT 2025 cutoff is decided based on the following parameters:
- Total number of students appearing for exam
- Difficulty level of the exam
- Number of seats in course and college
ICFAI Business School determines the IBSAT cutoff based on the above factors. Candidates meeting the cutoff criteria will be shor
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a month ago
ICFAI School of Business specifies the cutoff for the following exam for admission to its MBA/PGPM programs:
- CAT and XAT: 60 percentile and above
- GMAT: 500+
- NMAT by GMAC: 150+
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a month ago
Once the IBSAT 2025 results are announced, candidates must appear for the following rounds:
- Selection briefing
- Micro presentation
- Personal interview
The IBSAT 2025 selection rounds will commence in second week of February 2026 at IBS Hyderabad. Candidates with IBSAT/CAT/NMAT/XAT or GMAT scores will be s
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a month ago
IBSAT 2025 scorecard will be issued online to all the test takers. Candidates who will appear for the online exam on December 27 and December 28 can download the result online at general.ibsindia.org. Candidates will not be issued the scorecard offline. To download the IBSAT result 2025, candidates
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a month ago
IBSAT 2025 result will be announced in last week of December 2025. Candidates who will appear for the exam can check their results online when released. IBSAT 2025 exam will be held on December 27 and December 28 in remote proctored mode. To download the IBSAT scorecrad, candidates must enter their
Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
yes, candidates can take IBSAT exam more than once. The IBSAT exam is conducted annually. If candidate is not able to appear for the current session, he/she may apply for the next session examinations. ICFAI has not specified the number of attempts for IBSAT exam.
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a month ago
Yes, candidates can appear for IBSAT mock test online. However, for better experience and analyse the performance accurately, candidates must take the mock test on desktop or computer. If the candidate is appearing for IBSAT mock test on mobile, he.she must be careful of following things:
- Put phone o
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Beginner-Level 5
Answered a month ago
To appear for the IBSAT 2025 exam online, candidates must follow the steps below
- Login with the IBSAT 2025 details shared on registered email ID and SMS
- Complete the online verification process by capturing the photo and showing the IBSAT 2025 admit card
- Read the IBSAT exam instructiosn to appear for e
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