IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026 for All IIMs

Overview: Before applying, understand the IPMAT eligibility criteria 2026 to ensure you meet the specific requirements of your chosen IPM program. Read the blog further.

All the IIMs set eligibility criteria for IPMAT to ensure that only the most qualified and capable applicants are accepted into the IIMs to pursue the Integrated Program in Management (IPM).

IPMAT requirements help ensure that the program's resources are allocated efficiently and that the accepted students can succeed. 

By setting IPMAT exam eligibility criteria, IIM can also ensure the highest quality of its IPM program.

So, let's check the IPMAT eligibility criteria 2026.

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IIM Indore IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

To apply for the IPM Indore program, satisfy the following IPMAT exam eligibility requirements.

Age Limit for IPMAT Indore:

• General Category: Must be born on or after August 1, 2006. 
• SC/ST/PwD Category: Must be born on or after August 1, 2001.

Qualifying Exam: Must have passed Standard XII/HSC or equivalent examination in 2024, 2025 or appearing in 2026.

Standard X/SSC or Equivalent: Must have passed Standard X/SSC.

There are no minimum percentage criteria in grades X and XII.

Important Note

• Final-year students (graduating by July 31st, 2026) can apply provisionally. Final mark sheets provided by the school are required for registration.
• All applicants must submit mark sheets/grade sheets (including international schools). 
• Applicants from international schools (IGCSE, IB) must provide "The IB Indian Percentage mark sheets." If your marks are in another grade system, e.g., a CGPA out of 10, you need to convert them into percentages. 
• IIM Indore has the final authority on eligibility (equivalence, marks, exams).

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IIM Rohtak IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

The IPMAT Rohtak 2026 eligibility criteria are as follows:

Age criteria for IPMAT Rohatk

Maximum 20 years of age as of June 30, 2026.

Educational Qualification and Minimum Percentage (%) of Marks​​​​​

Category	Minimum Marks Required (Class X/SSC & Class XII/HSC or Equivalent)
General, NC-OBC, and EWS Category	60% or above
SC, ST, and PWD (DAP) Category	55% or above

IIM Ranchi IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

As per the new update, the institute accepts only IPMAT Indore scores for admission into the IPM Ranchi program. Here are the IPMAT eligibility criteria, Indore.

Minimum education: Pass 10th standard and 12th standard (or equivalent qualification).

Marks requirement:

• General category: 60% or more marks
• SC/ST/PwD category: 55% or more marks

Calculating marks:

• Follow the Board's regulations for calculating aggregate marks (if applicable).
• If board regulations aren't available, consider all subjects on the grade sheet to calculate the final percentage.

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Eligibility for IIM Shillong IPMAT Program 2026

Here is the IIM Shillong's IPMAT eligibility criteria for 2026

Eligibility Criteria	Details
Age	Born on or after July 1, 2006(SC/ST/DA: on or after July 1, 2001)
Academic Qualification	Minimum 60% in both Class 10 and 12(55% for SC/ST/DA candidates)
Subject Requirement	Mathematics or Applied Mathematics must be studied in Class 11 & 12

NOTE:

• Students completing Class 12 by July 31, 2026, may apply provisionally and must submit required documents at the time of admission.
• Class 10 & 12 percentages will be based on total marks of all subjects; grade conversions must follow board-certified methods.
• International board students (IGCSE, IB – IBDP/IBCP) are eligible with the IB Indian Percentage Transcript.
• IIM Shillong holds final authority on eligibility decisions, including mark conversion, exam recognition, and intake.

Eligibility Criteria for IIM Amritsar IPMAT 2026

1. Age Limit

• Candidates should not exceed more than 20 years as of July 1, 2026.
• For SC/ST/PwD candidates, a 5-year relaxation benefit is provided.
• That means the maximum age for them is 25 years as of July 1, 2026

2. Educational Qualification

• Applicants wishing to register for the IIM Amritsar IPMAT 2026 program must have done their Class XII/HSC or equivalent examination in 2025 or be appearing in 2026, with Maths as a compulsory subject.

3. Minimum Percentage Requirement

• General/EWS Category: A minimum of 60% is required in Class X (SSC) and Class XII (HSC).
• NC-OBC Category: A minimum of 55% is required in Class X and Class XII.
• SC/ST/PwD Category: A minimum of 50% is required in Class X and Class XII.

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Kakinada (IIFT) IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

Educational Qualification:

• 10+2/XII/HSC Examination: Candidates must have completed their examination in the arts, commerce, or science stream, or an equivalent qualification, with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD/Transgender candidates) in 2024, 2025 or are appearing in 2026.

• Class 10 Examination: Applicants should have passed this examination with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD/Transgender candidates) in or after 2022.
• Students expected to complete their XII/HSC or equivalent examination by July 31, 2026, are also eligible to apply, provided they meet the above criteria for getting admission.

Mathematics Requirement:

• Candidates must have studied Mathematics/Business Mathematics/Applied Mathematics at the +2 level.

Age Criteria:

• General Category: Candidates must have been born on or after August 1, 2006.

• SC/ST/PwD Category: There is a relaxation of 5 years, allowing those born on or after August 1, 2001, to apply.

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Institute of Management, Nirma University IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

Gujarat State Category (Applicable Only for Integrated BBA-MBA Programme):

• Eligibility: Candidates must have passed the qualifying examination from schools located in Gujarat.
• Academic Requirement: A minimum of 90% aggregate marks is required.
• Exemption: These candidates are exempted from the IPMAT Indore exam.
• Students from Gujarat state can also apply for the India category via IPMAT.

All India Category:

• Eligibility: Candidates who have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / (10+2) or any other equivalent examination from schools located in any part of India, including Gujarat.
• Academic Requirement: A minimum of 60% aggregate marks is required.
• All India Category applicants are required to appear for the Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test (IPMAT) conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management, Indore.

NRI/NRI Sponsored Category:

• Eligibility: Candidates who have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Examination (10+2) or any other equivalent examination recognized by Nirma University.
• Academic Requirement: A minimum of 60% aggregate marks is required.

Candidates must ensure they meet these IPMAT eligibility requirements and the minimum cut-off to be considered for admission into the IPM program at Nirma University [Institute of Management, Nirma University].

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Department of Management Studies (DoMS), NALSAR University of Law IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

General Eligibility for IPMAT:

Applicants must have completed their Class 12th exams from a recognized board with a minimum of:

1. 60% aggregate marks (for General category)
2. 50% aggregate marks (for SC/ST category)

OR

Equivalent CGPA in Class 12th

Valid Scorecard in Exam such as:

1. NALSAR Management Entrance Test (NMET-UG)
2. Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test (IPM AT)

Note: Students appearing for their Class 12th exams can also apply.

Resident Student of Telangana Category:

In addition to the general IPMAT eligibility criteria, applicants seeking admission under the Resident Student of Telangana category must fulfil the following conditions:

• Secure an appropriate rank in the NMET(UG)/IPMAT(IIM, Indore) merit list.

Residency Requirements:

• EITHER studied in Telangana for four consecutive years and appeared for the qualifying exam in the same state.
• OR resided in Telangana for at least four years in the previous seven years and completed the qualifying Class 12th exam from educational institutions within Telangana.

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T A Pai Management Institute (TAPMI) IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

Qualifying Examination: 

• Pass in 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized Board.
• Minimum marks required: 60% aggregate marks (if passed in 2024, 2025 or appearing in 2026) - Students appearing must meet the minimum criteria upon result declaration.
• Minimum 60% aggregate marks in Std. 10th (Secondary School Examination)
• English as a compulsory HSC (Higher Secondary Certificate) / (10+2) Examination subject.

Entrance Exam:

• IPMAT (Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test) conducted by IIM Indore
• JIPMAT (Joint Integrated Program in Management Admission Test) conducted by National Testing Agency
• JEE mains (Joint Entrance Examination) conducted by the National Testing Agency
• SAT examination (administered on behalf of the College Board by the Educational Testing Service)
• Common Law Admission Test (CLAT)
• Manipal Entrance Test (MET) conducted by MAHE 

JIPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

The IPM program at IIM Jammu is offered based on JIPMAT scores. To clear the JIPMAT exam, satisfy the following eligibility criteria. 

IIM Jammu IPM

Candidates must have completed Standard XII/ HSC or equivalent examination in 2024, 2025 or are expected to complete in 2026 to be eligible for IIM Jammu IPM. 

• Minimum Percentage: Applicants must have scored at least 60% in Standard X/ SSC and Standard XII/ HSC or equivalent examinations. The minimum required percentage for candidates from SC, ST, and PwD categories is 55%.
• Eligibility for International Applicants: Candidates pursuing their XII standard from international schools affiliated with foreign boards like IGCSE (International General Certificate for Secondary Education) and IB (International Baccalaureate) can apply.

Note: JIPMAT eligibility criteria are subject to change. Candidates are encouraged to regularly check the IIM Jammu website for any updates or modifications to the admission requirements.

IIM Bodh Gaya IPM

Candidates must have passed the 10+2/ XII/ HSC examination in arts, commerce, or science streams or equivalent with a minimum of 60% (55% for candidates from SC, ST, PwD, and Transgender categories) in 2025 or are expected to complete in 2026.

• Minimum Percentage: Applicants must also have achieved at least 60% in the Class X examination (55% for candidates from SC, ST, PwD, and Transgender categories).
• Percentage Calculation: The marks obtained in Class X and XII will be calculated according to the Board’s regulations. If no specific laws exist, the aggregate marks of all subjects appearing in the grade sheet will be considered for calculating the final percentage.
• Provisional Admission: Candidates in their final year of Standard XII can apply provisionally. However, their admission remains provisional until the final Class XII results are confirmed. Candidates failing to meet the requisite scores will be removed from the admission process.

Note: The eligibility criteria of JIPMAT are subject to change. Prospective candidates should continuously monitor the IIM Bodh Gaya website for any updates or changes to the admission requirements.

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IPMAT and JIPMAT 2026 Reservation Policy

All the IIM offer a certain percentage of reservations by the government of India. To avail of a reservation, you must submit valid documents signed by the competent authority to ascertain the IPMAT eligibility status to apply under the reserved category (NC-OBC/SC/ST/EWSs/ PwD).

Understanding IPMAT and JIPMAT eligibility requirements is essential to ensure you are eligible to apply.

If you do not check the requirements and blindly fill out the form, your candidature may be cancelled. 

Gear up your preparations by going through IPMAT preparation tips by experts for subject-wise tricks and strategies. 

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Key Takeaways:

• General Requirements: All IIMs require passing Standard XII/HSC or equivalent exams for IPMAT eligibility 2026. Specific age and percentage criteria vary, with relaxations for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
• IIM Indore: No minimum percentage in Class X and XII; IPMAT age limits vary by category (born on/after Aug 1, 2006, for general, and Aug 1, 2001, for SC/ST/PwD).
• IIM Rohtak: Maximum age of 20 by June 30, 2026; minimum 60% in Class X and XII for general, and 55% for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
• IIM Ranchi: From 2026-31 onwards, only IPMAT Indore scores are accepted; a minimum of 60% in Class X and XII for general and 55% for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
• Other Institutions: IIFT, Nirma University, and TAPMI have additional specific requirements, such as mandatory Mathematics for IIFT and acceptance of various entrance exams by TAPMI; age and percentage relaxations apply for SC/ST/PwD/Transgender candidates.