IBSAT Exam Pattern 2026: Marking Scheme, Total Marks & Exam Duration
ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test 2025 ( IBSAT )
Exam On - 27 Dec '26 - 28 Dec '26
IBSAT exam pattern 2026 is similar to most of the other MBA entrance exams in terms of test structure and marking scheme. IBS will conduct IBSAT 2026 exam in remote proctored mode tentatively in third week of December 2026. Candidates can take the IBSAT exam from their laptop/desktop and from 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 2026 exam pattern below, including key highlights, section-wise weightage, and a brief description of each section of the IBSAT 2026 syllabus.
- IBSAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Highlights
- IBSAT Exam Pattern 2026: Section-wise Weightage
- IBSAT Syllabus 2026
- FAQs on IBSAT Exam Pattern
IBSAT 2026 Exam Pattern: Highlights
Find the key highlights on the IBSAT 2026 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 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.
ICFAI Business School (IBS) conducts IBSAT exam in English language only. IBSAT exam is not conducted in regional languages. Candidates have to appear for the online test in English language only.
IBSAT Exam Pattern 2026: 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 |
| VARC Questions with Answers for Practice | Quantitative Aptitude Questions with Answers for Practice | DILR Questions with Answers for Practice |
IBSAT 2026 Mock Test
IBSAT mock test helps preparing candidates for the exam. Candidates will be given the opportunity to take IBSAT mock test on the official website. Try out the free IBSAT Mock Test designed by Shiksha to help boost preparation for IBSAT 2026.
Commonly asked questions
As per IBSAT exam pattern, the marking scheme for IBSAT is as follows:
- One mark for each correct answer
- No marks for wrong answers
Based on score obtained by candidates in IBSAT exam, they are shortlisted for the Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds.
Listed below is the IBSAT cutoff:
- CAT & XAT: 60 percentile and above
- GMAT: 500+
- NMAT by GMACTM: 150+
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 2026 exam will be held tentatively in last week of December. Candidates can book the exam slot tentatively from October 2026.
There is no IBSAT sectional time limit. Candidates can appear for IBSAT exam online and switch between sections anytime. IBSAT exam is conducted for 120 minutes in remote proctored mode.
IBSAT Syllabus 2026
Candidates preparing for IBSAT exam can check the detailed syllabus in table below:
| Sections |
IBSAT Syllabus |
|---|---|
| Verbal Ability |
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| Reading Comprehension |
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| Quantitative Techniques |
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| Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation |
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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.
The IBSAT syllabus covers four sections:
Verbal Ability (Vocabulary, Grammar, Reading Comprehension)
Reading Comprehension (Passages with questions)
Quantitative Aptitude (Mathematics-based problems)
Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency (Logical reasoning and analysis)
IBSAT exam consists of four sections which are:
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Verbal Ability
- Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation
- Reading Comprehension
FAQs on IBSAT Exam Pattern
Check frequently asked questions on IBSAT exam pattern below:
Commonly asked questions
As per IBSAT exam pattern, question paper will be divided into four sections:
- Verbal Ability: 50 questions
- Reading Comprehension: 30 questions
- Quantitative Aptitude: 30 questions
- Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation: 30 questions
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, 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 2026 and valid ID proof when asked.
- Read the exam instructions carefully.
- Attempt the IBSAT exam online.
ICFAI Business School (IBS) conducts IBS Aptitue Test for a duration of 120 minutes. ICFAI Business School will conduct the IBSAT 2026 exam in remote proctored mode. Candidates can appear for the exam from their home on their own laptop or desktop.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered Yesterday
Candidates seeking admission to MBA or PGPM programme of IBS 9 campuses, candidates must score a minimum of 75 marks in IBSAT exam. This minimum score is typically required for admission to IBS Hyderabad campus.
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Students preparing first time for IBSAT syllabus can complete the sullabus in three to four months whereas a candidate who has already preparing for CAT any other MBA entrance exam before can complete the syllabus in lesser time. The syllabus of IBSAT is same as CAT exam, so you will not face any pr
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ICFAI Business School releases the IBSAT exam pattern online at ibsindia.org. Along with the oIBSAT fficial notification, the candidates will be able to access the details of the exam pattern. As per the IBSAT exam pattern, the entrance exam will be held as a remote-proctored test. During the 120 mi
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ICFAI Business School (IBS) conducts IBS Aptitue Test for a duration of 120 minutes. ICFAI Business School will conduct the IBSAT 2026 exam in remote proctored mode. Candidates can appear for the exam from their home on their own laptop or desktop.
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Contributor-Level 6
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IBSAT exam consists of four sections which are:
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Verbal Ability
- Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation
- Reading Comprehension
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Contributor-Level 6
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There is no IBSAT sectional time limit. Candidates can appear for IBSAT exam online and switch between sections anytime. IBSAT exam is conducted for 120 minutes in remote proctored mode.
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Contributor-Level 6
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ICFAI Business School (IBS) conducts IBSAT exam in English language only. IBSAT exam is not conducted in regional languages. Candidates have to appear for the online test in English language only.
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Contributor-Level 6
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Candidates can check the table below to know the expected IBSAT cutoff 2026:
| IBS Campus | Expected Cut-Offs (Marks) |
|---|---|
| IBS Ahmedabad | 60-65 |
| IBS Gurgaon | 62-67 |
| IBS Bengaluru | 65-70 |
| IBS Hyderabad | 72-78 |
| IBS Dehradun | 58-63 |
| IBS Jaipur | 57-62 |
| IBS Pune | 62-67 |
| IBS Kolkata | 58-63 |
| IBS Mumbai | 70-76 |
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Contributor-Level 6
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ICFAI Business School does not release the IBSAT syllabus PDF on its official website. As stated by the officials, the IBSAT syllabus is based on CAT syllabus. Candidates can refer to CAT syllabus to prepare for IBSAT exam.
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Contributor-Level 6
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ICFAI Business School will announce the IBSAT 2026 dates will be announced soon after release of official notification. IBSAT 2026 registration will commence on July 01, 2026 and exam will be scheduled in last week of December 2026. IBSAT 2026 exam is a online proctored examination administered acr
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