IPMAT 2026 โ Admissions Details (Indian Institute of Management Indore)
For Five-Year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM)
The Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test (IPM AT) is conducted by the Indian Institute of Management Indore for admission to its Five-Year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM). For the IPM 2026โ31 batch, the IPM AT will be conducted on Monday, 4 May 2026, in the afternoon shift, as announced on the official IPM Admissions Details page of IIM Indore. The IPM AT score will be used by IIM Indore and by other participating institutions for admission to their respective programmes.
๐ซ Other Institutes Using IPM AT Scores
(These institutes used IPM AT 2025 scores for admission into their programmes).
- Indian Institute of Management Shillong
- Indian Institute of Management Ranchi
- Indian Institute of Management Amritsar
- Indian Institute of Management Sirmaur
- Department of Management Studies, NALSAR University of Law
- IFMR Graduate School of Business, Krea University
- Institute of Management, Nirma University
- Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
- Alliance University
๐ Important Documents for Admission
- IPM AT Notification (English and Hindi)
- NC-OBC Certificate
- SC Certificate
- ST Certificate
- EWS Certificate
- PwD Certificates (Forms V, VI and VII)
- Scribe Affidavit
- Withdrawal Procedure
- RTI Information
๐ Eligibility Criteria โ Domestic Applicants
(As per IPM Admission Procedure 2025โ30)
As eligibility criteria donโt change every year, we can get precise idea about it relying on IPM Admission Procedure 2025โ30.
Age Requirement (IPM Admission Procedure 2025โ30)
- Candidate must have been born on or after 01 August 2005
- Relaxation of five years for SC, ST, and PwD categories (born on or after 01 August 2000)
๐ Educational Qualification
- Passed Class XII / HSC or equivalent examination in 2023 or 2024
- Or be appearing for Class XII in 2025
- Passed Class X / SSC or equivalent examination
- Candidates appearing in Class XII may be offered provisional admission, subject to submission of all required documents at the time of registration
๐ Boards and Equivalence
- Candidates from all Indian boards (CBSE, ISC, State Boards) are eligible
- Candidates from international boards such as IGCSE and IB (IBDP and IBCP only) are also eligible
- Such candidates must submit the IB Indian Percentage Transcript where applicable
- The aggregate percentage of marks is calculated using all subjects listed on the marksheet, irrespective of board-specific rules
- Where grades are awarded, conversion to percentage must be certified by the board or competent authority
- IIM Indore reserves the right to determine equivalence and eligibility
๐ Application Process โ Domestic Applicants
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official IIM Indore website within the application window notified by the institute. For the IPM 2025 admission cycle, the application window was from 14 February to 27 March. The IPMAT 2026 application timeline is expected to follow a similar schedule unless revised through official notification.
- Application fee is non-refundable and non-transferable
- โน4,130 for General, EWS and NC-OBC candidates
- โน2,065 for SC, ST and PwD candidates
- Once the application is submitted, no change in category is permitted
๐งฎ IPM AT Exam Pattern
- Quantitative Ability (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Quantitative Ability (Short Answer Questions)
- Verbal Ability (Multiple Choice Questions)
- Each section duration: 40 minutes
- Total test duration: 120 minutes
- Each correct answer: 4 marks
- Each incorrect answer: 1 negative mark
- Quantitative Ability (Short Answer) section: no negative marking
- Candidates must attempt sections in pre-specified order (same for all)
๐ฏ Selection Procedure โ Domestic Applicants
- Submission of online application
- Appearance in the IPM AT
- Formation of eligible pool based on:
- Positive raw score
- Meeting sectional cut-offs in all three sections (category-wise, as decided by Admissions Committee)
- Shortlisting for Personal Interview (PI) based on Aptitude Test Score
- Final selection based on Composite Score:
- 65% weightage to Aptitude Test Score
- 35% weightage to Personal Interview
- Final admission offers are made category-wise, strictly following Government of India reservation norms
- Individual regret letters are not issued
๐ Reservation Policy โ Domestic Applicants
| Category | Reservation (%) |
|---|
| NC-OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 27% |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 15% |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 7.5% |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | Up to 10% |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) | 5% |
Valid certificates issued by competent authorities are mandatory. The applicable Central Government list on the last date of IPM AT registration is binding.
๐ Intake and Degree Awarded
๐ซ Sanctioned Intake
- Domestic Applicants: 150 seats
๐ Degrees Awarded
- Bachelor of Arts (Foundations of Management)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Degrees are awarded under the provisions of the Indian Institutes of Management Act, 2017 upon successful completion of the programme.
๐ International Applicants (SAT Route)
๐ Eligibility Criteria
- International applicants are defined as foreign passport holders only
- Completion of Class XII or equivalent
- Minimum SAT score of 1300 out of 1600
- SAT score obtained within the validity window specified by IIM Indore
๐ฏ Selection & Intake
- Selection is based on:
- SAT score (65% weightage)
- Personal Interview (35% weightage)
- IIM Indore has earmarked five supernumerary seats for international applicants, separate from the domestic intake
IPM Programme Overview
Candidates who clear IPMAT 2026 and complete the admission process are admitted to the Five-Year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) at IIM Indore. The programme is structured across 15 terms over 5 years, with three terms per academic year. It is a fully residential programme meant to build strong analytical foundations, social awareness, and managerial competence.
The programme leads to the award of two degrees upon successful completion:
๏ท Bachelor of Arts (Foundations of Management) after completion of the IPM phase
๏ท Master of Business Administration (MBA) after completion of the final two years
The programme is governed under the Indian Institutes of Management Act, 2017.
๐ Academic Structure of the IPM Programme
Years 1 to 3: IPM Phase (Foundational Years)
The first three years focus on building strong intellectual and analytical foundations. The curriculum integrates multiple disciplines and is significantly more rigorous than conventional undergraduate programmes.
๐ Students study courses across:
- Mathematics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Optimization and Numerical Methods
- Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Development Economics and Public Economics
- Probability, Statistics, Econometrics, Time Series and Experimental Design
- Sociology, Psychology, Political Science and Philosophy
- Programming and Technology including R, Python, Databases, Algorithms and Web Development
- Ethics, Law, Governance and Public Policy
- Communication, Writing, Presentation Skills and Foreign Languages
- Fine Arts, Physical Training, Yoga and Wellness
A mandatory Social Internship is completed during this phase.
๐ฏ The curriculum is designed to develop:
- Quantitative and analytical thinking
- Critical reasoning and problem-solving ability
- Social awareness and ethical judgment
- Communication and leadership skills
๐ Years 4 and 5: MBA Phase (PGP Integration)
In the fourth and fifth years, IPM students fully integrate with the flagship MBA (PGP) programme at IIM Indore.
๐ During this phase:
- IPM students attend the same classes as MBA students
- The same electives are offered
- The same faculty teach both cohorts
- IPM students participate in the same summer and final placements
There is no academic or placement distinction between IPM and PGP students during these years.
๐งฉ Electives and Academic Flexibility
From the later part of the IPM phase and during the MBA phase, students can choose from a wide range of electives across multiple domains.
๐ Electives are offered in areas such as:
- Economics, Public Policy and Development
- Marketing, Consumer Behaviour and Digital Marketing
- Analytics, Statistics, Operations and Quantitative Techniques
- Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Organizational Behaviour, Leadership and Human Resources
- Information Systems, Emerging Technologies and Data Science
- Humanities, Social Sciences, ESG and Social Entrepreneurship
Elective offerings are subject to change as per academic requirements, but the structure allows students to pre-specialise early and deepen expertise before entering the MBA phase.
๐ค Social Internship and Social Placements
A mandatory Social Internship is a defining component of the IPM curriculum at IIM Indore.
The internship typically spans 6 to 8 weeks and places students in organisations working on real-world social, policy and development challenges.
๐ฐ Fees Structure for IPM Batch 2026โ31
๐ซ Domestic Students (Through IPM AT)
For students admitted through IPMAT :
- The course fee for each of the first three years of the IPM programme is โน6,00,000 per year
- Additional charges include medical insurance, mess deposit and a refundable caution deposit
- The approximate total outlay for the first three years is โน18.6 to โน19 lakh
The caution deposit is refundable upon completion of the five-year programme. Mess deposits are adjusted against actual mess expenses.
๐ International Students
- The course fee is โน9,00,000 per year for each of the first three years
- The approximate total outlay for the first three years is โน28 to โน29 lakh
๐ MBA Phase Fees
For Years 4 and 5, the programme fee is exactly the same as the MBA (PGP) fee of IIM Indore applicable for that academic year.
- Identical academic experience
- Identical placement access
- Identical institutional standing
๐ฏ Placements and Career Outcomes
IPM students participate in the same summer internship and final placement process as MBA students at IIM Indore.
๐ Placement Highlights
Recent placement outcomes demonstrate:
- Average CTC of approximately โน29.5 lakh per annum
- Highest domestic CTC of โน70 lakh per annum
๐ผ Roles and Domains
Students are placed across domains such as:
- Consulting
- General Management and Leadership Roles
- Finance and Investment Banking
- Product Management and Analytics
- Sales and Marketing
- Strategy, Operations and Digital Transformation
Recruiters include global consulting firms, multinational corporations, financial institutions, Indian conglomerates and emerging growth companies.
๐ Student Life, Leadership and Campus Experience
IPM students actively take part in:
- Academic, cultural, sports and media committees
- Entrepreneurship and Industry Connect Cell
- Case competitions, live projects and industry visits
A flagship example is Atharv Ranbhoomi, one of Central Indiaโs largest student-run festivals, whereย IPM students manage:
- Large-scale budgets and sponsorships
- Marketing, branding and media outreach
- Operations, logistics and vendor negotiations
These experiences offer hands-on managerial exposure well before graduation.
๐ Why appear for IPMAT 2026 and choose to pursue IPM at IIM Indore
The IPM at IIM Indore is suited for students who:
- Are academically strong and intellectually curious
- Are comfortable with a rigorous and competitive environment
- Aspire for leadership roles early in their careers
- Want a direct and integrated pathway to an IIM MBA
- Value social awareness alongside professional success
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