Back
Home / Exams / IPMAT Indore
Online Indian Institute of Management Indore

Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test

IPMAT Indore is the entrance exam for IIM Indore’s five-year Integrated Programme in Management. It tests candidates on Quantitative Ability and Verbal Ability after Class 12.

Duration 2 Hours
Frequency Once a year
Questions 90

Overview

The Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test (IPMAT) Indore is the entrance examination conducted by IIM Indore for admission to its five-year Integrated Programme in Management. The programme is designed for students who want to begin their management education immediately after Class 12 and develop a strong foundation in business, economics, mathematics and other areas of management.

The IPMAT Indore examination assesses a candidate’s quantitative aptitude, problem-solving ability, language proficiency and reading skills through its Quantitative Ability and Verbal Ability sections. With separate time limits for each section, the test requires not only strong fundamentals but also accuracy, speed and effective time management.

Preparing for IPMAT Indore requires more than simply completing the syllabus. Students should regularly practise different question types, analyse their performance through mock tests and work on areas where accuracy or speed needs improvement.

At Abhyaas, IPMAT preparation is designed to help students develop these abilities through a planned learning journey. Our IPMAT courses bring together faculty-led teaching, targeted exercises, practice examinations and feedback on individual progress. Students can identify areas requiring attention, refine their approach to different questions and prepare systematically for IIM Indore’s entrance assessment. The programme also builds useful aptitude skills for students considering JIPMAT, NPAT and similar management entrance tests.

Timeline

Important Dates

Mark your calendar with these key dates

Application Start Date

March 2, 2026

02 Mar
17 Mar

Application End Date

March 17, 2026

Test date

May 4, 2026

04 May
Structure

Exam Pattern

Detailed breakdown of the exam structure

Subject Questions Marks/Q Negative Total Marks
Quantitative Ability (MCQ) 30 4 -1 120
Quantitative Ability (Short Answer) 15 4 0 60
Verbal Ability (MCQ) 45 4 -1 180

Syllabus

Complete syllabus breakdown

Quantitative Ability

Number System, Percentage, Profit and Loss, Simple and Compound Interest, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Permutation & Combination, Probability, Time & Work, Time, Speed & Distance, and Data Interpretation.

Verbal Ability

Reading Comprehension, Para Jumbles, Sentence Correction, Vocabulary, Synonyms & Antonyms, Grammar, and Idioms & Phrases.

Eligibility Criteria

Check if you meet the requirements

Candidates seeking admission through IPMAT Indore must satisfy the academic and other conditions prescribed by IIM Indore for the relevant admission cycle.

Applicants generally need to:

  • Have completed or be appearing for Class 12 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board.
  • Satisfy the prescribed Class 10 and Class 12 academic requirements.
  • Meet the applicable age criteria specified by IIM Indore.
  • Fulfil any category-specific requirements wherever applicable.
Important

Eligibility conditions, qualifying examination years, minimum marks and age limits may change between admission cycles. Candidates should verify the latest official IIM Indore admission notification before applying.

Participating Colleges

Top institutions accepting this exam

Indian Institute of Management Sirmaur (IIM Sirmaur)

📍 Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh

Visit Website →

Indian Institute of Management Sambalpur (IIM Sambalpur)

📍 Sambalpur, Odisha

Visit Website →

Indian Institute of Management Ranchi (IIM Ranchi)

📍 Ranchi, Jharkhand

Visit Website →

Indian Institute of Management Amritsar (IIM Amritsar)

📍 Amritsar, Punjab

Visit Website →

Indian Institute of Management Shillong (IIM Shillong)

📍 Shillong, Meghalaya

Visit Website →

Previous Year Cut-offs

Historical cut-off trends

Category QA-SA QA-MCQ Verbal Ability
General 28 27 111
EWS 16 17 79
NC-OBC 16 14 70
SC 12 10 58
ST 8 8 49
PwD 4 3 30

Previous Year Papers

Practice with past exam papers

2026

IPMAT Indore 2026 Question Paper PDF

Moderate
2025

IPMAT Indore 2025 Question Paper PDF

Moderate
2024

IPMAT Indore 2024 Question Paper PDF

Moderate

Preparation Tips

Effective preparation strategies for success

A focused preparation strategy can help aspirants improve both conceptual understanding and exam performance.

1. Build Your Quantitative Fundamentals
Begin with arithmetic and gradually move towards algebra, geometry, modern mathematics and data interpretation. Focus on understanding concepts before increasing question difficulty.
2. Develop Reading Habits
Read editorials, essays, quality newspapers and magazines regularly. This can help improve vocabulary, comprehension and reading speed.
3. Practise Short-Answer Questions
The short-answer component of IPMAT Indore requires students to work without relying on answer choices. Include dedicated practice for these questions.
4. Use Timed Practice
Set time limits while solving question sets. This helps you become comfortable with the pace required during the actual examination.
5. Take Regular Mock Tests
Full-length and sectional mocks can help you identify performance patterns and improve your approach to different sections.
6. Analyse Every Mock
The score alone does not show where improvement is needed. Review incorrect answers, skipped questions and time-consuming problems after every test.
7. Revise Consistently
Keep short revision cycles for formulas, vocabulary, grammar rules and frequently tested concepts.
?

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this exam

IPMAT Indore is the entrance examination conducted by IIM Indore for admission to its five-year Integrated Programme in Management. The test evaluates candidates primarily in quantitative ability and verbal ability.

The complete examination is conducted over 120 minutes, with 40 minutes allotted to each section.

Start by strengthening fundamentals, practise topic-wise questions, develop reading skills, solve previous-year papers and take regular mock tests. Analysing mock-test performance is equally important.

Yes. Students who are appearing for or have completed Class 12 may apply if they satisfy the eligibility conditions specified by IIM Indore for that admission cycle.

The examination contains 90 questions across Quantitative Ability MCQ, Quantitative Ability Short Answer and Verbal Ability MCQ sections.

IPMAT Indore is conducted as a Computer-Based Test at designated test centres.

Talk to Expert ?