IBSAT Previous Year Question Papers & Sample Papers: PDFs Download

As per IBSAT exam pattern, the marking scheme for IBSAT is as follows:

1. One mark for each correct answer
2. 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:

1. CAT & XAT: 60 percentile and above 
2. GMAT: 500+
3. NMAT by GMACTM: 150+

IBSAT 2025 will be held on December 27 and December 28. IBSAT is an online aptitude test conducted by ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education for admission to MBA/PGPM programmes offered by IBS campuses. IBSAT will be a computer-based test conducted for two hours. IBSAT exam is conducted to evaluate candidates in quantitative techniques, data adequacy, data interpretation, reading comprehension and analytical reasoning. The IBSAT question paper will include 140 multiple-choice questions of one mark each. There will be no negative marking for any incorrect answers or unattempted questions. Candidates having scores in GMAT/NMAT by GMAC/XAT/CAT (from 2023 onwards) will be exempted from taking IBSAT 2025 exam. 

IBSAT 2025 important dates will be released on the ICFAI Business School website. Authorities will release the IBSAT 2025 important dates in first week of July. Candidates preparing for the IBSAT 2025 exam must stay updated with the schedule. Check the updated schedule for IBSAT 2025 exam below:

IBSAT 2025 Registrations: The online registration process of IBSAT 2025 will commence tentatively on July 01, 2025. Interested candidates will be able to register online for IBSAT 2025 to participate in exam. The last date for IBSAT registrations is expected to be in last week of December 2025.

IBSAT 2025 Hall Ticket: The admit card for IBSAT 2025 will be released online on the official website of ICFAI Business School. The admit card is available soon after slot booking. Only registered candidates will be able to download IBSAT 2023 admit cards till the date of examination. IBSAT admit card will be available in online mode only.

IBSAT 2025 Exam: The IBSAT 2025 exam will be conducted in last week of December 2025. The exam will be a computer-based test mode.

IBSAT 2025 Results: The result of the IBSAT 2025 exam will be announced tentatively in last week of December 2025 on the official website. Candidates will be able to check their IBSAT result and download scorecards using their login credentials.

To prepare for the IBSAT

1. Students must check IBSAT exam pattern and syllabus. 
2. Get IBSAT preparation books and resources.
3. Understand important concepts of each section.
4. Solve IBSAT previous year question papers to improve speed

Yes, IBSAT exam pattern is same as shown in sample papers. Students must note that IBSAT mock test and sample papers are designed according the prescribed exam pattern. With the help of IBSAT sample papers and mock test, students can prepare for exam well.

IBSAT does not have negative marking. IBSAT question paper will include 140 questions. Candidates have advantage to solve maximum number of questions without the fear of negative amrking. Students must carefully mark their options.

1. Download the admit card from the official website. The IBSAT admit card is the most important document of proof of all the candidates appearing for IBSAT 2024 exam.
2. Candidates must check the wifi connection for a table internet connection while giving the exam.
3. Sit in the calm corners of the home to avoid any kind of distractions.
4. Check your webcam before beginning the exam.
5. Keep the copy of IBSAT 2024 admit card ready on the desktop. 
6. Keep the device charge wheel in advance.
7. Ensure that the web cam and mic is working properly while giving examination.
8. Ensure proper lightening in the room.
9. Take the exam from a silent place in the home.
10. Webcam must focus on face and is clearly visible in the camera.
11. Candidates must capture the photos before beginning with the examination.
12. Candidates must wear transparent and non-reflection glasses/lenses
13. Water bottle must be transparent and must be kept besides before the start of the examination.
14. Do login only after 3 minds to resume your examination in case your examination crashes.

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.

Ideally, students must practice with a minimum 10 IBSAT sample papers. Candidates can get the IBSAT question papers in preparation books or prepare while preparing for CAT Exam. IBS releases the IBSAT mock test online. Candidates can analyse their scores and win prizes.

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. 

Preparation for the IBSAT is incomplete without taking the mock tests/sample papers. Some of the advantages of the IBSAT mock test are:

1. IBSAT mock test helps students know the IBSAT pattern and difficulty level of the qustions.
2. Mock tests help candidates know weak and strong areas.
3. IBSAT mock test helps candidates get an actual exam environment.
4. Candidates can analyse the time to be devoted in each section
5. IBSAT mock tests helps candidates go through the syllabus completely.

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.

If students are found not obeying rules of examination or trying to practice unfair means, they will be disqualified from the examination. The system will find any kind of unusual movements and will notify the online proctor for:

1. Focus changed to a different window
2. Browser not supported
3. Webcam is disabled
4. Face is not visible in the camera
5. Several faces in front of the camera
6. Face does not match the profile
7. Microphone muted or its volume is low
8. Conversation or noise in the background
9. Screen activities are not shared
10. Second display is used
11. Full-screen mode is disabled

ICFAI Business School will release the IBSAT 2025 notification at general.ibsindia.org. Candidates seeking admission to MBA/PGDM programme of IBS must fill the online application form. Authorities have commenced the IBSAT 2025 registrations on July 01 and will end in third week of December 2025. IBSAT 2025 registration is an online process.

If you are preparing for CAT exam then you don't need to prepare separately for IBSAT exam. The reason behind this is the topics which are asked in CAT exam are the same topics that are asked in IBSAT exam. So, both exams are almost same but the thing differs is difficulty level. CAT is tougher as compared to IBSAT. So, try to prepare for CAT exam because this can help you score good marks in IBSAT. IBSAT exam includes Reading Comprehension, Verbal Ability (VA), Quantitative Aptitude (QA) and Data Interpretation (DA). Whereas, CAT exam includes Verbal Ability (VA), Reading Comprehension (RC), Data Interpretation (DI), Logical Reasoning (LR) and Quantitative Aptitude (QA). So, both the exams are having similar content. Preparing for CAT exam can cover the IBSAT exam syllabus too and this can help a candidate in every aspect.