IIMB BBA DBE 2026: Registration (Ongoing), Exam Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern

Yes, the candidates can take the IIMB BBA DBE exam 2025 after Class 12. To apply, candidates need to meet the eligiblity criteria, apply for the exam through the online application form available online and appear for the exam for selection. Candidates need to register using their personal and academic details, upload documents and paying the application fee. 

IIM Bangalore conducts Digital Business and Entrepreneurship Entrance Test for candidates seeking admission to BBA in DBE of IIM Bangalore. Candidates can also apply for IIM Bangalore DBE programme through CUET UG and JEE Main scores. Candidates must ensure to fulfill the prescribed eligibility to appear for admission process.

The IIMB BBA DBE exam is conducted by the prestigious Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore. The exam is conducted for admissions to the BBA in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship programme at IIM Bangalore. It is a three year degree which can be completed in maximum of six years with multiple exit options. 

IIMB BBA DBE is a BBA entrance exam conducted by the prestigious Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore. The exam is conducted for admission to the BBA in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship programme. This is a newly introduced programme at IIM Bangalore focused on digital buisness innovation.

The BBA DBE course is a three year degree course aimed to impart knowledge in digital technology, business management and entrepreneurship

There is no precribed age limit to appear for the IIMB BBA DBE exam. However, candidates in Class 12 or who have completed class 12 can apply for the IIMB BBA DBE exam. 

The following is the eligibility criteria for IIMB BBA DBE exam:

• The candidates should have passed Class 10 and Class 12 from a recognised board with a minimum of 60% aggregate or equivalent CGPA (General, EWS and NC OBC categories) [5% concession for SC/ST/PwD categories]
• Indian citizens can only apply.
• Students appearing for the CUET UG exam can also apply for the IIMB BBA DBE exam 2025. The scores of the students in the General Test of CUET UG 2025  (Section 3 Only) will be considered for admissions to the BBA DBE programme at IIM Bangalore. For admissions, students should have appeared for the CUET exam in 2023, 2024, and appearing for 2025 are eligible to apply.
• Students who appeared for JEE Main 2025, 2024, and/or 2023 can also apply for the IIMB BBA DBE programme. 

IIMB BBA DBE exam will be conducted on July 20, 2025. The exam will be conducted in the computer-based online test mode. This is the second time that this exam is being conducted. 

The first batch of IIMB DBE exam for Online BBA programme from August 11, 2024, to August 17, 2024.

Once candidate gets admission in BBA in Digital Marketing and Entrepreneurship of IIM Bangalore, they are required to complete the bachelor's degree within a minimum of three years and a maximum of six years. Each academic year must be completed within a maximum period of two years. Candidates who have passed the class 12th examination can apply for this programme through CUET UG, JEE Main or IIMB DBE entrance test.

Yes, Mathematics is compulsory for the IIM Bangalore BBA in Digital Businss and Entrepreneurship (DBE) program. Candidates must have passed the class 12th examination with Mathematics as a subject. Candidates belonging to general must have a score of minimum 60% and NC-OBC SC and ST categories must have obtained a minimum of 55% marks in class 12th examination.

Candidates who are willing to apply through Common University Entrance Test scores, must fill the CUET UG application form and select General Test as subject to qualify for admission process. Candidates can apply through CUET 2024, 2025 and 2026 scores for IIMB DBE admissions 2026.

No, IIM Bangalore Digital Business and Entrepreneurship entrance test is not compulsory for admission to its BBA in DBE program. Candidates can also apply through below scores for IIMB DBE admissions 2026:

• CUET UG: Scores accepted for 2024, 2025 and 2026
• JEE Main: Scores accepted for 2024, 2025 and 2026

Candidates desiring to appear for IIM Bangalore Digital Business and Entrepreneurship Entrance Test must have obtained the below scores in qualifying examination:

• A minimum of 60% marks or equivalent Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) in recognised board exams for the general category 
• NC-OBC & EWS, SC, ST & PwD (more than or equal to 40% disability) categories candidates must score a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA 

IIMB DBE application process 2026 has commenced. The registration window is open for approximately 2 months and the last date to apply for IIMB BBA DBE exam 2026 is June 30.

IIMB BBA DBE exam 2026 will be conducted in the CBT mode on July 26, 2026. The application form will be available on the official website of IIM Bangalore. 

No, IIMB DBE 2026 application form is available in online mode only at dbe.iimb.ac.in. No other mode of application is accepted. While filling the application form, the candidates will have to provide their personal, academic and contact details. The required IIMB DBE 2026 entrance test application fee also has to be paid online i.e., through net banking/credit card/debit card.

IIM Bangalore Digital Business and Entrepreneurship entrance test 2026 registrations has commenced online. Candidates desireous of taking admission to BBA in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship of IIM Bangalore will be able to fill the online application form at dbe.iimb.ac.in.

The last date for IIMB DBE registration 2026 has been notified with release of official notification. IIMB DBE 2026 registrations has commenced and will close on June 30, 2026 at 3 PM. Candidates seeking admission to BBA in DBE of IIM Bangalore must stay updated with the important dates of IIMB DBE entrance test 2026 dates.

Candidates preparing for IIMB DBE entrance test can check the section wise syllabus below:

Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension: Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence correction, Para Jumbles, Word Based Relationships.

Quantitative Aptitude & Data Interpretation: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Data Interpretation.

Logical & Analytical Reasoning: Verbal Reasoning, Analytical Reasoning, Series, Clocks & Calendars, Analogies & Puzzles.

General Awareness: Current Affairs, Static GK

IIM Bangalore Digital Business and Entrepreneurship entrance test is conducted once in a year. The examination is scheduled tentatively in Third week of July 2026. Candidates must stay updated with the important dates to appear for the exam. Candidates can also apply for BBA in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship (DBE) programme through CUET UG and JEE Main scores.

Candidates appearing for IIMB DBE entrance test can check the detailed exam pattern below:

IIMB DBE entrance test is conducted for a duration of 90 minutes or one hour thirty minutes. The examination is administered in computer-based test mode. IIM Bangalore conducts the IIMB DBE entrance test in offline mode in July. 

IIM Bangalore Digital Business and Entrepreneurship entrance test result will be announced tentatively in second week of August 2026. Candidates who will appear for the IIMB DBE entrance test 2026 will be able to download the scorecard online when released.