Can you list Group Discussion topics asked in IBSAT selection rounds.

IBSAT Group Discussion round is usually conducted for a duration of 20-25 minutes. Candidats in a group will be given a topic to discuss. The panel member will judge the candidates on the basis of their communication, non verbal and knowledge skills. Some of the IBSAT Group Dicussion topics are: Current Affairs Importance of Statue of Unity Citizenship Amendment Act - What and Why How will the Abrogation of Article 370 improve the situation in Kashmir Business and Economy Will reduced Goods & Services Tax (GST) help the Indian economy in growing faster? Cashless Economy – Is India ready for it? How can we control banking frauds to reduce NPAs? Social Issues Success of Swachh Bharat Mission Rural vs Urban India Environment and us Abstract Topics Self Motivation First impression is the last impression Ethics or Profit?

Which colleges take admission through IBSAT scores?

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

What after IBSAT results?

IBSAT 2025 results will be announced in last week of December 2025. Candidates who will qualify the IBSAT exam or have qualified the CAT (2023 onwards), XAT (2023 onwards), NMAT by GMAC (2023 onwards) or any other national level or state-level entrance examination will have to appear for the following rounds: Selection Briefing: In this stae authorities introduces candidates to programs and IBS admission process. Candidates must appear for the IBSAT selection briefing round as per given time and date. Micro Presentation Personal Interview: Those who will successfully clear the Micro Presentation round are called for PI round. This PI round judges candidate's communications skills, confidence, business aptitude and general attitude. Candidates should remain cool and calm during this final round.

What are the details mentioned on the IBSAT scorecard?

The ICFAI Business School (IBS) releases the IBS Aptitude Test (IBSAT) scorecard online. On release of the IBSAT 2025 results, candidates must check for the following details mentioned on the scorecard: Name of the candidate Candidate’s Roll Number Registration/ Application Number IBSAT Total Marks IBSAT Score 2025 Cutoff details Candidate’s Photograph Candidate’s Signature IBSAT 2025 results will be announced tentatively in last week of December 2025. Candidates who will appear for the exam will be able to download the scorecard online. Candidates must ensure to check the details mentioned on the IBSAT 2025 scorecard before taking the printout.

What does IBSAT selection process comprise of?

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.

How to prepare for GDPI? Which are the best MBA colleges of IBSAT?

Top colleges in IBSAT are: 1. IBS Business School – Hyderabad. 2. IBS Business School – Dehradun. 3. IBS Business School – Pune. 4. IBS Business School – Gurgaon. 5. IBS Business School – Bangalore. Group Discussion: You should be updated about current affairs, international events, issues affecting India and the world, etc. so that you can put forward your opinion and views when asked. You need to have patience and effective listening skills to respond effectively in a group discussion. Remember the interview panel consists of people from college management who are sitting down only to reject candidates and sort the final admission list quickly. So, even a slight mistake can cost you heavily. Personal Interview (PI): 1. Introduce yourself in a very brief and formal way. 2. Limit introduction to entirely yourself. DO NOT speak about parents, siblings and family, unless asked by the interviewer. 3. Give straight and simple answers to the questions asked by the interviewer. 4. Answer in small sentences. 5. To the point and precise answers are far better than beating around the bush. 6. Don’t try be aggressive, overconfident. And definitely, DO NOT try to impress the panel by using some cheesy mugged up lines. It won't work. 7. Dress formally.

What is the admission process through the IBSAT exam?

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

Which colleges take admission through IBSAT scores?

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

What is the validity of IBSAT scorecard?

The validity of IBSAT score is one year. This means that candidates who take IBSAT exam in 2026 will have to apply for admission to the ICFAI Business School (IBS) within current academic year of exam date. If a candidate does not apply for admission within one-year period, they will not be able to use their IBSAT score to get admission to the IBS campuses for MBA or PGPM program.

How is IBSAT final merit list prepared?

IBSAT final merit list is prepared on considering the following parameters- Micro Presentation, Personal Interview and past academic records and weightage. Check below to know the criterias: Micro presentation: 25% Personal Interview: 25% Past academic record: 50% Only candidates who will qualify the above criterias, will be offered final admission to MBA/PGDM programme of applied IBS campuses. IBSAT 2025 selection process result will be announced tentatively in April 2026.

What is the expected cut-off of IBSAT for IBS Hyderabad and Mumbai campus?

ICFAI Business School, Hyderabad releases the IBSAT cutoff along with the declaration of results. The minimum required IBSAT cutoff scores for getting a GD/PI call scheduled at IBS Hyderabad is given below: 1. CAT & XAT 60 percentile and above 2. GMAT 500 + 3. NMAT by GMACTM 150+ The minimum cutoff score for INR 2 Lacs scholarship eligibility criteria is 1. CAT Top 75 candidates with a minimum score of 90 percentile and above 2. XAT Top 25 candidates with a minimum score of 80 percentile and above 3. GMAT TM Top 25 candidates with a minimum score of 550 and above 4. NMAT by GMAC TM Top 100 candidates with a minimum score of 225 and above. Candidates will be able to check the updates cutoff score on release of the IBSAT score. The IBSAT 2023 results are expected to be announced in last week of December 2023.

What factors determine the IBSAT cutoff?

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

IBSAT 2025 Cut off (Expected): Check Minimum Cutoff Scores for PI Call

205 Students Q&A

Exam On - 27 Dec '26 - 28 Dec '26

Updated on Feb 26, 2026 11:07 IST

By Shruti Garg, Assistant Manager- Editorial

IBSAT cutoff 2025 will be released soon ibsindia.org. IBS has declared IBSAT result 2025. Candidates meeting the IBSAT cut off criteria are shortlisted for IBSAT 2025 selection rounds- Micro Presentation and Personal Interview (PI). IBS will mention the IBSAT cutoff and cut off for students applying through CAT, XAT, NMAT by GMAC or GMAT scores. After meeting the IBSAT cut off percentile, test takers must appear for the selection rounds on given date and time. Post the micro presentation-PI rounds, a few candidates get shortlisted for the counselling process and thereby make it to the merit list. Thus, the final selection of candidates is completely based on the marks secured by the candidates in the IBSAT entrance test as well as micro presentation and PI rounds.

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