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IPMAT (Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test) is the entrance exam for the five-year Integrated Programme in Management at IIM Indore, which combines bachelor's and master's level study in management. IIM Rohtak conducts its own IPMAT, and some other institutes accept IPMAT Indore scores. The test covers quantitative ability and verbal ability and is taken straight after Class 12.
Key facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Full name | Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test |
| Conducted by | IIM Indore (IIM Rohtak runs its own version) |
| Used for | Five-year Integrated Programme in Management |
| Sections | Quantitative ability, verbal ability |
| Selection | Test score, followed by interview rounds |
| Usually held | Once a year, around May |
Official source: IIM Indore. Always confirm dates, fees and eligibility there before you apply.
What IPMAT is used for
IPMAT Indore is the admission test for IIM Indore's Integrated Programme in Management, and some other institutes also accept its scores. IIM Rohtak conducts a separate IPMAT for its own integrated programme. IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu admit to their integrated programmes through JIPMAT, which is conducted by the National Testing Agency.
Who can take it
Students who have passed Class 12, or are appearing for it, can apply if they meet the age limit and the minimum Class 10 and Class 12 scores set for that year. Students from any stream are eligible, but the quantitative section is demanding, so strong Mathematics helps.
What it tests
- Quantitative ability: arithmetic, algebra, geometry and data interpretation, in multiple-choice and short-answer formats
- Verbal ability: reading comprehension, vocabulary and grammar
Shortlisted candidates go on to interview rounds, and the final selection combines the test score with the interview and other criteria set by the institute.
How to prepare
- Rebuild your Class 9 to 12 Mathematics, with a focus on speed and accuracy.
- Read widely to improve comprehension and vocabulary for the verbal section.
- Take timed mock tests, since short-answer questions leave no room for guessing.
- Prepare for the interview by thinking through why management, and what you have done outside the classroom.
Careers this exam leads to
Frequently asked questions
Do I need Mathematics in Class 12 for IPMAT?
IIM Indore's integrated programme accepts students from any stream, but the exam has a demanding quantitative section, so strong Mathematics is essential either way.
What is JIPMAT?
JIPMAT is the Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test, conducted by the National Testing Agency for the integrated management programmes at IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu.
Is the Integrated Programme in Management the same as a BBA?
It is a five-year programme that combines undergraduate and postgraduate management study, so it goes further than a three-year BBA. Check each institute's programme structure for details.
What happens after the IPMAT test?
Shortlisted candidates are called for interview rounds. Final selection combines the test score with the interview and other criteria the institute publishes.
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