The IPMAT (Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test) is an entrance exam conducted by the prestigious Indian Institute of Management, Indore. This BBA entrance test is specifically designed for admission to its five-year Integrated Program in Management (IPM). The IPM programme is a dual-degree programme that combines undergraduate and postgraduate studies in management.

The IPMAT exam assesses a student’s aptitude and proficiency in various areas such as Quantitative Aptitude (QA), Verbal Ability (VA), Logical Reasoning (LR), and Data Interpretation (DI). The exam is typically conducted in the computer-based test mode and consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs).

The IPMAT exam is divided into two stages. The first stage is a computer-based test (CBT) comprising multiple-choice questions from QA and VA sections. The shortlisted candidates from the first stage are then eligible to proceed to the second stage, which includes Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds.

The IPMAT exam aims to select candidates with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as effective communication and logical reasoning abilities. Successful candidates who clear both stages of the exam are offered admission to the IPM programme at IIM Indore.

IPMAT stands for the Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test. It is a National level entrance exam conducted by the Indian Institute of Management Indore (IIM-Indore), IIM Rohtak. This exam is conducted to offer admission into its five-year Integrated Program in Management (IPM). 

Yes, 12th PCM students can give IPMAT examination. To be eligible to appear in the exam, the applicants should have passed the 10+2 or equivalent examinations. 

Exam pattern – 

Quantitative Ability (MCQs) – 40 minutes 
Verbal Ability – 40 minutes 
Quantitative Ability (SA) – 40 minutes 

Syllabus –  

Number System, Algebra, Geometry, Arithmetic Problems and Modern Maths. 

Marking scheme –  

Correct Answers – +4 
Wrong Answers – -1 

Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test (IPMAT) is a national level integrated BBA entrance exam. The exam is conducted by the prestigious Indian Insitute of Mangement, Indore (IIM Indore). The first IPMAT exam was conducted in the year 2011. IPMAT was inititally accepted only for admission to the five year integrated management programme (IPM) offered by IIM Indore.  IPM is a combination of a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree (under the dual-degree programme) and is designed for students who wish to make a career in the management field after completing their Class 12. 

From 2022 onwards, the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) also started to accept IPMAT scores for admission to its Integrated Programme in Management. Candidates will be awarded Bachelor of Business Administration (Business Analytics) and Master of Business Administration (International Business) at the completion of the programme.

Later, in 2023, IIM Indore announced that the IPMAT scores will be accepted by few other institutes too for admission to their BBA programme. Institutes such as the Indian Institute of Ranchi,  Alliance University,  Indian7 University,  Department of Management Studies, NALSAR University of Law and Institute of Management, Nirma University will also accept IPMAT scores for admission to the Integrated Programme in Management (IPM). 

So to answer your question, yes, IIM Ranchi will also accept the IPMAT scores which is conducted by the Indian Insitute of Management, Indore. The IPM programme at IIM Ranchi is designed to provide a multidisciplinary foundation borrowing from humanities, social sciences, arts, and sciences. Earlier, SAT scores were also accepted by IIM Ranchi, but 2023, this has been changed to only IPMAT scores. 

The eligibility criteria for IPMAT (Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test) may vary slightly each year. However, based on the general eligibility criteria, the following criteria are typically applicable:

1. Age Limit: Candidates must be born on or after August 1, 2003 (for General and Non-Creamy Other Backward Classes categories) or August 1, 2001 (for Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, and Persons with Disability categories).

2. Educational Qualifications: Candidates must have completed their Class 12 or equivalent examination from arecognisedboard or institution. The qualifying examination should be completed in the year of the IPMAT exam or in the preceding two years.

3. Minimum Percentage: General and Non-Creamy Other Backward Classes (NC-OBC) category candidates must have scored a minimum of 60% aggregate marks in the Class 10 and Class 12 standard examinations. For candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Disability (PWD) categories, a minimum of 55% aggregate marks is required.

The Integrated Program in Management (IPM) offered by IIM Indore is one of its kind. Right after Class 12, it endows the candidates to get admission into one of the most prestigious B-Schools of the country, i.e., IIM-I and that too without appearing for a highly competitive exam such as CAT. IPMAT scores are now accepted by other top management institute such as IIFT, IIM Ranchi,  Alliance University,  NICMAR University,  Department of Management Studies, NALSAR University of Law and Institute of Management, Nirma University

And as for the scope of IPM, it is very broad, just like that of the PGDM from any top Indian Institute of Management (IIM). The IPM programme is divided into two phases. The first phase builds the foundation and the Phase II of the programme focuses on Business Management. There are ample carreer opportunities, in sales, marketing, finance, banking, insurance, Civil Services. Graduates from the IPM programme at IIM Indore have excellent career prospects. They are well-equipped with management knowledge and skills, which opens up various career opportunities in sectors such as finance, marketing, consulting, operations, and entrepreneurship.

One must know that IPMAT is an entrance exam conducted by the IIM for admission to its five-year Integrated programme in Management. While mathematics is a part of the IPMAT syllabus, it is not the only subject that is tested in the exam. The exam also tests the candidate’s proficiency in logical reasoning, verbal ability, and Quantitative Aptitude. So, it is possible for a student without a strong background in mathematics to clear IPMAT. However, it is important to note that mathematics is a significant part of the exam and having a good grasp of the subject can improve the chances of scoring well in the exam. It is advisable for you to understand the exam pattern and syllabus thoroughly and prepare accordingly, focusing on their strengths while working on their weaknesses. They can also seek guidance from mentors, join coaching classes or online courses to improve their skills in mathematics and other subjects tested in IPMAT. Lastly, once you get admission in any of the IIMs, core Math will not be a part of any of the syllabus.

The selection procedure through IPMAT basically consists of two stages, i.e. IPMAT exam and WAT-PI:

1. IPMAT Exam: The first stage is the IPMAT exam itself. It is a computer-based test that assesses a candidate’s aptitude and proficiency in areas such as Quantitative Aptitude (QA) and Verbal Ability (VA). The exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) as well as Short-Answer type questions, and the scores obtained in this exam serve as the basis for shortlisting candidates for the next stage.

2. Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI): Shortlisted candidates from the IPMAT proceed to the second stage if they match the cutoff criteria, which involves a Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI). The WAT assesses a candidate’s written communication skills and ability to express their thoughts coherently on a given topic. The PI evaluates a candidate’s overall personality, communication skills, confidence, and suitability for the programme.

The WAT and PI rounds are conducted by IIM Indore, the exam conducting body of IPMAT. The weightage assigned to each component of the selection process may vary each year. Generally, the IPMAT exam score holds significant weightage in the selection process, while the WAT and PI performance also play a crucial role in the final selection.

You need to carry following documents on exam day

• Carry your Admit Card with recent photo affixed on it
• Carry one original photo ID
• Arrive at the test centre at the reporting time
• Do not wear digital watch, long shoes, coats, jackets etc.
• Do not carry any electronic gadgets like calculator, electronic watches, mobile etc.
• No stationery should be carried to the test centre

Both IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak have the IIM brand. However, IIM Indore was the first IIM to start IPM way back in 2011 and its eight batches have passed out with consistently rising placement packages. On the other hand, IIM Rohtak started IPM in 2019 and its first batch will pass out in 2024. While the academic program is as per IIM standard, the placement data will be available in 2024 for the first batch

Yes, you exit after successfully completing 3 years of IPM program. In such cases, IIM Indore and all other institutes award bachelor’s degree duly recognized by UGC.