IBSAT 2026 Mock Test 1 (Started): How to Take IBSAT Official Mock Test

Yes, students can appear for IBSAT exam and mock test through mobile. However, for better exam day experience student must take IBSAT online exam through laptop/desktop. 

• Put phone on 'do not disturb' mode while giving the test to avoid any incoming call during the exam.
• Do not take any call
• Have an additional mobile phone to contact helpdesk for any kind of help.

IBSAT exam 2026 will be held on online proctored mode. Candidates appearing for the IBSAT exam must check the important instructions pertaining to IBSAT exam mentioned below:

1. Students must login 10 minutes prior to the commencement time. Candidates will not be able to login for IBSAT exam 10 minutes after the commencement of exam.
2. Candidates must sit for the entire duration of exam. No bio breaks will be allowed during the exam.
3. Username and password for the mock examination and final exam will be sent on registered email ID
4. Do not wear mask or cover face with anything during the verification process.
5. Candidates are not allowed to access book or internet for any kind of information.
6. Candidates will not be permitted to take photo or video record the screen while taking the exam.
7. Candidates will not be permitted to use headphone, noise cancellation, Bluetooth devices during the examination.
8. The exam will be auto submitted after the completion of the duration.
9. It is advised to use the same laptop/ mobile/ tablet/desktop to appear for the IBSAT mock test and for the IBSAT final online examination.

Here are some of the common mistakes which can be avoided by aspirants while preparing for IBSAT exam. Check the tips to avoid the common mistakes below: 1. Not solving enough mock papers To get a proper understanding of the format, time management and to be able to solve questions accurately one must take as many mocks. Solving and practicing individual questions is a lot different to attempting a full mock test. While taking mocks aspirants can realize mismanagement of time, silly errors which do not get highlighted otherwise. 2. Ignoring past years' sample papers Even if there are major changes in exam pattern, candidates should not ignore past year sample papers. They are a great source to practice section-wise questions. Moreover, there are chances of questions getting repeated after 3 to 4 years. 3. Not focusing on error analysis Analyzing mistakes is crucial for an all round preparation. One should revisit all the tests and questions solved and find out the repetitive mistakes. After identifying the mistakes one should just focus on getting the basics clear and be cautious while attempting those kinds of questions on the exam day. 4. Not iterating the preparation strategy Having one preparation strategy is good, but sticking to it despite no results in terms of scoring in mocks is stupidity. Changing the study plan if not working well is recommended. Here advices from industry experts and academicians can be followed. 5. Not listing down important formulas and concepts To have a quick access to all the important formulas, concepts and tricks, aspirants can prepare a list of the same. The list can be put on pin board, it proves good for revision. 6. Ignoring the SWOT Analysis Identifying strengths and weaknesses is very important for performing well in the exam. If strengths are known one can be confident and start solving the test from questions based on strong concepts. On the other hand the weak areas can be practiced and focus can be on minimizing errors.

IBSAT mock test has commenced. To appear for IBSAT mock test candidates must:

1. Visit official website of ICFAI
2. Click on tab 'national mock test'
3. Screen will now display official rule, eligibility criteria, registration and judging prices details
4. Click on tab 'Take National Mock Test'
5. Screen will display the registration page, enter details to create an account
6. Click on tab 'create my account'
7. Enter login details created
8. Appear for IBSAT 2025 National Mock Test.

IBS conducts IBSAT exam in remote proctired mode. In this mode of examination, exam can be taken from preferrable place. Students must make sure to fulfil the exam day guidelines to appear for online test.

To appear for IBSAT online proctored examination, students must: 

1. Use latest version of any of browsers. 
2. Webcam and microphone must be working. 
3. Ad Blocker should be switched off. 
4. All applications that use a camera, microphone, and screen sharing must be disabled. 
5. Popup Blocker should be disabled. 
6. Take examination in a room with proper lighting and minimal background noise. 
7. Have exam taking system fully charged to last up to 3 hours. 

Duration of IBSAT mock test is similar to actual IBSAT exam. ICFAI Hyderabad conducts IBSAT exam for a duration of 120 minutes in remote proctored mode. Candidates are required to attempt 140 multiple-choice questions.

IBSAT question paper will cover the topics from the following sections:

• Quantitative Aptitude
• Verbal Ability
• Data Adequacy/ Sufficiency and Data Interpretation (DA/ DI)

IBSAT 2026 exam will be held in remote proctored home. Candidates can take the test from any location with good internet connection. To appear for IBSAT online proctored examination, must have fulfilled the technical requirements to appear for exam.

Yes, IBSAT mock tests have a time limit as of the actual exam. Mock tests are a simulation of the IBSAT exam. As soon as the student proceeds to take the IBSAT mock test, the timer will start on the top right side of the screen. The IBSAT mock test will be similar to the actual exam. Therefore, candidates are advised to check the software/hardware requirements and analyse their performance before the actual IBSAT exam. Candidates will be required to answer 140 MCQs within a time duration of two hours or 120 minutes. Timer for 120 minutes will start as soon as the candidate clicks the 'Start IBSAT Mock Test' button.

ICFAI Business School prescribes the IBSAT marking scheme. As per the marking scheme, the candidate gets one mark for every correct answer and there is no negative marking for any wrong answer or not attempted question. IBSAT quwstion paper includes 140 questions of one mark each.