IBSAT Exam Pattern 2025: Check Latest Paper Pattern and Marking Scheme!
ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test 2025 ( IBSAT )
Registration - 1 Jul '25 - 19 Dec '25
IBSAT exam pattern 2025 is similar to most of the other MBA entrance exams in terms of test structure and marking scheme. IBS will conduct IBSAT 2025 exam in remote proctored mode. Candidates can take the IBSAT exam from their laptop/desktop and a convenient place. The IBSAT question paper is divided into four sections: Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal Ability, Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation and Reading Comprehension. Check out the details of the IBSAT 2025 exam pattern below, including key highlights, section-wise weightage, and a brief description of each section of the IBSAT 2025 syllabus.
- IBSAT 2025 Exam Pattern: Highlights
- IBSAT Exam Pattern 2025: Section-wise Weightage
- FAQs on IBSAT Exam Pattern
IBSAT 2025 Exam Pattern: Highlights
Find the key highlights on the IBSAT 2025 exam structure in the table below.
| Exam Structure |
Details on IBSAT Exam |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode |
Home-Proctored Test |
| Duration of exam |
120 minutes |
| Number of questions |
140 MCQs |
| Total Marks |
140 marks |
| Language of paper |
English |
| Subjects |
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| Number of sections |
Four sections |
| Marking scheme |
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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.
IBSAT 2025 exam is expected will be held in remote proctored home. Candidates will be able to take the test from any location with stable internet connectivity. To appear for IBSAT online proctored examination, candidates must ensure to fulfill the following technical requirements: For Laptop/Desktop 1. Processor- Dual Core, 4 threads, 2.2 GHz 2. RAM- 2 GB 3. Screen Resolution- 1024*768 4. Web Camera- 640 x 480, 15 frames per second (fps) 5. Microphone- Any Model (External or Internal) 6. Network Bandwidth- 1 Mbps continuous connectivity 7. Browser- Chrome/Edge 8. Net Framework- v4.5.2 9. Antivirus- Any make (To be disabled) 10. Mic/Cam settings- Under chrome 11. Pop up/ Ad Blocker to be disabled 12. Any Desk 13. Administrative Privileges 14. Compatibility checks- webcam and microphone For Mobile 1. OS- Android 8 or above 2. RAM- 2 GB or above 3. Must have front camera.
IBSAT Exam Pattern 2025: Section-wise Weightage
The section-wise distribution of questions in IBSAT exam or question paper is as follows:
| 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 |
Section 1: Verbal ability
The section includes the highest number of questions, i.e. 50 as compared to other sections. The section comprises all the essential components of English Language: Grammar, Sentence formation, Vocabulary usage, Idioms, Phrases, One-word substitution, Jumbled paragraphs, and many others.
Section 2: Reading comprehension
This section consists of 30 questions based on RC passages. The passages are usually of a moderate difficulty level. The questions are linked to the information given in the passage and are relatively easy to attempt.
Section 3: Quantitative Ability
This section checks your mathematical skills with a strong emphasis on Arithmetic. Again, the questions are of a moderate difficulty level. With a decent number of practice sets, candidates can have a good command over the section.
Section 4: Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation
The section comprises two sets of questions. One section consists of Data Interpretation, which includes questions on Data analysis, Data comparison, and Data trends. The other section includes questions on Data sufficiency.
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IBSAT 2025 Mock Test
IBSAT mock test helps test-takers in analysing the preparation level and accuracy. Candidates can take the IBSAT mock test on the official website. The IBSAT national mock test will be released in October 2025. Try out the free IBSAT Mock Test designed by Shiksha to help you boost your preparation for IBSAT 2025.
Commonly asked questions
Yes, IBSAT exam is conducted in online mode. The exam is held in remote proctored mode. Applicants can book the exam slot after completing the IBSAT application process online. To appear for the online mode of examination, candidates must have a desktop or laptop and download the required software to appear for the exam.
IBSAT 2025 exam will be held on December 27 and December 28. Candidates can book the exam slot tentatively from October 2025.
FAQs on IBSAT Exam Pattern
Check frequently asked questions on IBSAT exam pattern below:
Commonly asked questions
The IBSAT exam (ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test), is conducted in an Computer-Based online mode. It is a computer-based test (CBT) wherein candidates are required to take the exam on a computer/laptop from their own homes. The exam is proctored remotely to ensure fairness and prevent any malpractice. During the IBSAT exam, aspirants are provided with a computer interface that allows them to answer MCQs within a specified time limit. IBSAT exam typically consists of sections covering Quantitative Aptitude verbal ability, data adequacy and interpretation, and reading comprehension. IBSAT exam is conducted for a duration of 120 minutes in which candidates have to attempt 140 questions of one mark each.
To appear for the IBSAT online proctored examination, candidates must:
- Login through the link shared on the registered email address and enter unique ID and Date of Birth to access the IBSAT exam
- Complete the verification process. In the first level verify facial photo and in the second level of the verification process, candidate's will have to display their IBSAT hall ticket 2025 and valid ID proof when asked.
- Read the exam instructions carefully.
- Attempt the IBSAT exam online.
As per the IBSAT exam pattern, the question paper will be divided into four sections:
- Verbal Ability (VA): 50 questions
- Reading Comprehension (RC): 30 questions
- Quantitative Aptitude (QA): 30 questions
- Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation (DA & DI): 30 questions
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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
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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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