IPMAT

Yes, IIFT Kakinada considers scores in IPMAT for admission. Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test or IPMAT is conducted at national-level every year by IIM Indore. It is a gateway to get a seat in the IIFT IPM course. The test is conducted in online mode for two hours in English language. Aspirants who pass IPMAT with a good score can get admission provided they also meet the eligibility requirements. 

IPMAT is conducted by IIM Indore for admission to its IPM programme. The IPMAT Indore scores are also accepted by various other top Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs). The colleges which accept IPMAT Indore scores include IIM Indore, IIM Ranchi, IIM Amritsar, IIM Sirmaur, IIM Shillong, etc. Each college releases its own IPMAT cutoff for admissions. Hence, there is not common admission test for the IPMAT admissions. 

IIM Rohtak also conducts the IPMAT exam for admission to IIM Rohtak's IPM programme. 

A high ATS score or the Aptitude Test Score means higher chances of getting a Personal Interview call from IPMAT Indore. The ATS score is based on the performance of the students in the IPMAT exam. The ATS is calculated using the below-mentioned formula:

ATS Score = (Candidate's score / Maximum score) X 100

An ATS score is a defining factor in deciding the candidate's chances of being called for a Personal Interview.

Aptitude Test score or the ATS score in IPMAT is the deciding factor for the students if they will get a call for the Personal Interview or not after the exam is conducted. The higher the ATS, the higher the chances for IIM Indore PI call:

The ATS is calculated using the below mentioned formula:

ATS Score = (Candidate's score / Maximum score) X 100

Raw scores are converted to ATS scores and then the composite score is calculated after the PI round. 

No, there are no Science related questions in the IPMAT exam. The IPMAT exam typically has three sections, i.e. Verbal Ability, Quantitative Aptitude (SA) and Quantitative Aptitude (MCQs). The major topics in the IPMAT exam include:

Yes, good IPMAT mock tests follow the same structure as the actual IPMAT exam, including the number of questions, sectional timing, and marking scheme. However, difficulty levels may vary slightly across platforms. For the most accurate experience, use official or reputed IPMAT mock test series.

It is not necessary for the IPMAT mock test scores to be similar or close to the actual scores. However, IPMAT mock test scores give a realistic estimate of the student's performance. Students should analyse their performance and track progress through the mock tests to identify areas of improvement rather than focusing solely on scores obtained. 

To score 280+ in IPMAT, students should aim to take 18–25 full-length mock tests and analyze each one thoroughly. Students should also focus on taking 2 to 4 mock tests per week and review mistakes. In the final weeks, students can attempt to take two to four mock tests per week. 

Students should analyse the mock tests and try avoiding guesswork, especially in the short answer (SA) section. 

IPMAT exam is conducted for students after Class 12 who are seeking admission to the five year integrated programme in management, whereas CAT is conducted for graduates aiming for the MBA programme at various B-schools in the country including IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta, etc.

Students who wish to start early and wish to enter IIMs right after Class 12, IPMAT can be a good choice. And, CAT is ideal for those looking to gain work or academic experience before pursuing management studies. Hence, to know which exam is better, the answer lies on the student's career stage and goals. 

Every year over 18000 students appear for the IPMAT exam conducted by the prestigious IIM Indore. In 2025, it is anticipated that about 30,000 students appeared for the IPMAT exam. In 2022, over 18000 students appeared for the exam and the number has been rising since. Check here the year-wise numbers of IPMAT applicants:

2024- 28,596 students

2023- 22,000 students

2022- 18,000 students

2021- About 15,000 students