IPMAT Indore 2027 Exam Date OUT (24 April): Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern & Selection Process

IPMAT Indore 2027 will be held on Saturday, 24 April 2027, in the afternoon shift, as announced by IIM Indore on 9 November 2026.

The 120-minute computer-based test is the entry point to IIM Indore's five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM), which awards a BA (Foundations of Management) and an MBA. The exam is about 10 days earlier than in 2026, when it was held on 4 May.

The numbers show how selective it is:

• IIM Indore has 150 domestic seats.
• In 2026, only 838 candidates across all categories cleared the sectional cutoffs and were called for the Personal Interview, roughly 5–6 interview calls per seat.
• A General-category candidate needed at least 28 in QA Short Answer, 27 in QA MCQ and 111 in Verbal Ability, a combined 166 out of 360.
• Verbal Ability decides most outcomes. It carries 50% of the Aptitude Test Score and needed 62% of its marks (111/180) to clear in 2026, while QA MCQ needed under 23% (27/120).
• The final merit list weights the aptitude test at 65% and the interview at 35%. The first three years of the programme cost ₹20.12 lakh for domestic students.

Key Data Insights

IPMAT Indore 2027: key data	Figure
Exam date	24 April 2027 (Saturday), afternoon shift
Date announced	9 November 2026
Duration / mode	120 minutes, computer-based test
Sections	QA MCQ, QA Short Answer, Verbal Ability MCQ (40 min each, fixed order)
Marking	+4 per correct answer; −1 per wrong MCQ; no negative marking in QA Short Answer
Domestic seats	150 (2026-31 batch)
2026 PI shortlist	838 candidates, all categories
2026 General sectional cutoff	QA-SA 28, QA-MCQ 27, VA 111 (166/360 combined)
ATS weight by section	QA MCQ 25%, QA SA 25%, VA 50%
Final merit	Aptitude Test Score 65% + Personal Interview 35%
Application fee	₹4,130 (General/EWS/NC-OBC); ₹2,065 (SC/ST/PwD)
Programme fee, years 1–3	₹20.12 lakh (domestic); years 4–5 at PGP fee

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What is IPMAT Indore Exam 2027?

IPMAT Indore 2027 is a national-level entrance exam conducted by IIM Indore for admission to its five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM). It offers a dual degree that combines management foundations with an MBA. With high competition and limited seats, IPMAT Indore is one of India’s toughest management entrances after Class 12. 

IPMAT Indore 2027 Exam Dates 

Events	Dates (Expected)
Starting Date to Apply	February 2027 (Expected)
Last Date to Apply Online	March 2027 (Expected)
Issue of Admit Card	April 2027 (Expected)
IPM Indore 2027 Exam Date	24 April 2027 (Saturday)
Personal Interview (PI)	June 2027 (Expected)
Final Merit List	June–July 2027 (Expected)
Academic Session Begins	August 2027 (Expected)

IPMAT Indore 2027 Exam Highlights

Feature	IPM Indore 2027 Details
Exam Full Name	Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test
Conducting Body	IIM Indore (Indian Institute of Management, Indore)
Official Website	iimidr.ac.in
Exam Level	National Level
Programme	5-Year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM)
Degree Awarded	BA (Foundations of Management) + MBA
Exam Mode	Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Exam Duration	120 Minutes (2 Hours)
Total Questions	90
Total Marks	360
Sections	3 (QA-SA, QA-MCQ, VA-MCQ)
Negative Marking	Yes (for MCQ sections); No (for Short Answer section)
Domestic Seats	150
Exam Date	24 April 2027 (Saturday)
Exam Shift	Afternoon shift
Exam Date Status	Officially announced
Application Fee (General)	₹4,130
Application Fee (SC/ST/PwD)	₹2,065
Selection Stages	Aptitude Test (ATS) → Personal Interview (PI)
Final Score Weightage	ATS: 65% + PI: 35%

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IPMAT Indore 2027 Eligibility Criteria 

The eligibility criteria for IPMAT 2027 Indore are designed to select candidates with the potential and aptitude for management studies.

IPM Indore 2027 Eligibility for Domestic Applicants

• Age: The candidate must have been born on or after August 1, 2006 (there will be a five-year relaxation for candidates belonging to the SC/ST/PWS categories, that is, those born on or after August 1, 2001)
• For the Qualifying Exam, the candidate must have passed Standard XII/HSC or an equivalent examination in 2024 or 2025, or be taking it in 2027.
• The candidate must have obtained their Standard X/SSC or equivalent qualification.

Note that if you are on course to obtain your Standard XII/HSC or equivalent qualification, you may apply, provided that you meet the eligibility criteria listed above.

The scores from IPM Indore are accepted by 9 colleges offering IPM and BBA, such as IIM Indore.

To avoid complications, check each college's eligibility requirements one by one.

IPMAT Indore 2027 Eligibility for International Applicants 

International aspirants can also apply for admission to the IPMAT at IIM Indore through the SAT. 

You are eligible to apply for the IIM Indore IPM 2027 Exam if you satisfy the following criteria: 

• Educational Qualification: You should have passed Standard XII/HSC or an equivalent examination in 2024, 2025, or be appearing in 2027. 
• Age: You must have been born on or after August 01, 2006, to apply for admission to IIM Indore. 
• Minimum Percentage of Marks: You should have passed standard X/ SSC and standard XII/ HSC or equivalent examinations. 
• Valid SAT Score: You need a minimum score of 1300 out of 1600 to qualify for the exam. 

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IPMAT Indore 2027 Exam Pattern

Features	Objective Type Questions (MCQ)	Descriptive Type (Short Answers)	Verbal Ability (MCQs)
Number of Questions	30	15	45
Maximum Marks	120	60	180
Time Duration	40 mins	40 mins	40 mins

The IPMAT Indore 2027 exam pattern is structured to evaluate your quantitative aptitude and verbal skills.

• The Aptitude Test has three sections: Quantitative Ability (Multiple Choice Question-MCQ), Quantitative Ability (Short Answer Question-SA), and Verbal Ability (Multiple Choice Question-MCQ). 
• Each question will carry four marks per the IPMAT Indore 2027 marking scheme.
• There will be 1 negative mark for each wrong answer, except in the Quantitative Ability (SA) Section (these questions will not carry any negative marking). 
• IIM Indore never reveals the number of questions beforehand. Although the number of questions was never disclosed beforehand, the IPM Indore exam format has remained the same for the past three years.

IPMAT Indore 2027 Syllabus

Check out the detailed IIM Indore IPMAT syllabus below to get an overall idea of how to enhance your preparation levels for the upcoming IIM Indore entrance exam. 

Essential topics from the IPMAT Syllabus 2027 for Quantitative Ability 

Given below are the important topics from the IPMAT Syllabus 2027 for Quantitative Ability: 

Number System	Averages & Percentages	Profit & Loss	Linear & Quadratic Equations	Ratio & Proportions
Simple & Compound Interest	Mixtures & Allegations	Time, Speed & Distance	Work, Pipes & Cisterns	Geometry: Lines, Angles & Triangles
Partnerships	Polygons, Circles & Mensuration	Logarithms	Permutations & Combinations	Probability
Roots, Indices & Surds	Matrices & Determinants	Functions	Heights & Distance	Sequence & Series
Vectors	Divisibility	HCF & LCM	Boats & Streams	Problems on Age

IPMAT Syllabus 2027 for Verbal Ability 

The table below shows the essential topics to be prepared under the IPMAT syllabus for the verbal ability section: 

Reading Comprehension	Analogies	Error Spotting	Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & Phrases	Direct & Indirect Speech	Inference-Based Questions	Foreign Words
Etymology & Roots	Prepositions & Conjunctions	Noun, Pronoun, Adverb, Verb, Tenses	Para Jumbles
Sentence Completion	Subject-Verb Agreement	Logical Consistency	Tenses, Modifiers & Parallelism
Assumption-Based Questions

The IPMAT syllabus is comprehensive.

Learn the six golden rules to prepare for IPMAT Indore and crack it on your first attempt.

These rules will help you boost your score and cover the syllabus efficiently.

You can also check the complete IPMAT syllabus 2027 to compare topics across IPMAT Indore, IPMAT Rohtak and JIPMAT.

IPMAT Indore 2027 Application Form

The application process is a critical phase during which candidates must ensure their information is accurate and complete. 

However, you may want to know the IIM Indore IPMAT registration process if you plan to appear for it next year.

Here it is: 

Registration: Create an account on IIM Indore's official website. This step typically opens a few months before the exam date, though the exact month registration begins will be announced later.

Application Completion: Once registered, fill out the application form with all required details, including personal information, educational qualifications, and any other required data.

Document Upload: As part of the application, upload required documents, such as identity proofs, educational certificates, and photographs, in the specified format and size.

Fee Payment and Submission: After completing the form and uploading documents, proceed to pay the application fee. The process concludes with the submission of the application.

Application Fees for IPMAT Indore 2027

Applicants are required to pay a non-refundable IPMAT fee to submit their application form. 

Exam	General/EWS/NC-OBC Fee	SC/ST/PwD/DAP Fee
IPMAT Indore 2027	Rs. 4,130/-	Rs. 2,065/-
IPMAT Rohtak 2027	Rs. 4,937/-	Rs. 4,937/-
IPMAT Ranchi 2027	Rs. 2,500/-	Rs. 1,250/-

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IPMAT Indore Admit Card 2027 Important Dates

IIM Indore will release the IPM Indore 2027 admit card online before the examination. Candidates must download the hall ticket using their login credentials and verify all details carefully before the exam day.

Event	Expected Date	Details
IPMAT Indore 2027 Admit Card Release	2nd Week of April 2027 (Tentative)	Candidates can download the admit card from the official IIM Indore admission portal using their registered login details.
Admit Card Download Window	2nd week of April 2027	Keep a digital copy and take a printed copy of the admit card on the day of the examination.
IPMAT Indore 2027 Examination Date	24 April 2027 (Saturday)	The examination is expected to be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.

How to Download the IPMAT Indore Admit Card 2027

• Visit iimidr.ac.in
• Log in using your registered User ID and Password
• Download and print the admit card
• Carry the printout along with a valid government photo ID to the exam centre

Warning: The gap between the admit card release and the exam date is extremely short (typically 10–15 days). Set a reminder for mid-April 2027 and download it the moment it goes live.

IPMAT 2027 Exam Test Cities & Exam Centres (Official List)

Ahmedabad	Guwahati
Bengaluru	Gwalior
Bhopal	Hyderabad
Bhubaneswar	Indore
Chandigarh/Mohali	Jabalpur
Chennai	Jaipur
Dehradun	Kolkata
Delhi	Kozhikode
Faridabad	Lucknow
Ghaziabad	Ludhiana
Gurugram	Meerut
Mumbai	Nagpur
Noida	Patna
Pune	Raipur
Ranchi	Roorkee
Siliguri	Thiruvananthapuram
Udaipur	Ujjain
Varanasi	Visakhapatnam
Kochi

IPMAT Indore 2027 Results

When the IPMAT results are released, they come with a detailed scorecard.

This scorecard provides comprehensive information about your performance in the entrance test for IIM Indore, including: 

• Section-wise Scores and Percentile: The scorecard shows your scores and percentile in each exam section. 
• Overall Scores and Percentile: It includes your total score and overall percentile. 

How to Check IPMAT Indore Result? 

To access your IPMAT results, follow these steps: 

• Visit the Official IIM Indore Website, i.e. https://iimidr.ac.in/ 
• Access the IIM IPM Section: Look for the Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) section. 
• Find and click on the “Results” button/link. 
• Enter the User ID and password you provided during the IIM Indore IPMAT registration process.  
• Enter the security code or captcha displayed on the screen. 
• Click on the 'Get Status' tab to proceed. 
• Your IPMAT result will be displayed on the screen. 

IPMAT Indore Cut-offs (Expected)

The IPM Indore cut-off is released category-wise and section-wise by IIM Indore after the result declaration. Candidates need to clear both sectional and overall cut-off requirements to move ahead in the selection process

The exam cut-off depends on various factors, such as: 

• Difficulty level of the exam
• The number of applicants
• Overall seat intake 
• Overall performance trends

Aim to score above these marks to improve your chances of admission. 

Here's a summary of the cut-off marks for the previous year for an overall idea.

Category	Quantitative Ability SA	Quantitative Ability MCQ	Verbal Ability
General	24	35	113
EWS	16	26	89
NC-OBC	12	23	78
PwD	8	13	40
SC	12	18	60
ST	8	13	40

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IPMAT Indore 2027 Selection Process

The selection process for IPM Indore can be challenging, ensuring only the most suitable candidates advance.

The Integrated Program in Management (IPM) selection process at IIM Indore involves several stages designed to assess a wide range of applicants' skills.

Here's a breakdown of the selection procedure:

Get complete information on the IPMAT Indore selection process:

Stage 1: Application Process

• Candidates must meet the minimum eligibility criteria to submit the IPM Indore 2027 application form online.
• Application Fee (Non-Refundable): ₹4,130 for General/OBC candidates & ₹2,065 for SC/ST/PwD candidates
• Candidates belonging to the NC-OBC, SC, ST, and PwD categories must upload a valid caste/category certificate.
• Similarly, EWS candidates must submit proof of their EWS eligibility.

Stage 2: Aptitude Test (AT)

• The second stage is the aptitude test, which will take place on 24 April 2027 (Saturday).
• The exams will be conducted across 37 cities (subject to changes by IIM Indore).

Exam Structure

The Aptitude Test (AT) has three sections:

• Quantitative Ability (MCQ): 30 questions, 120 marks, 40 minutes.
• Quantitative Ability (SA): 15 questions, 60 marks, 40 minutes.
• Verbal Ability (MCQ + TITA): 45 questions, 180 marks, 40 minutes.

Marking Scheme:

• +4 for each correct answer
• -1 for incorrect answers ( except QA-SA, which has no negative marking )

Stage 3: Shortlisting for PI

• To qualify, candidates must meet sectional cutoffs (determined by the Admissions Committee).
• No individual rejection letters will be sent.

Stage 4: Personal Interview (PI)

Candidates appearing for the PI are shortlisted based on their Aptitude Test Score (ATS),

QA (MCQ)	25% x (candidate's score - min score) / (max score - min score)
QA (SA)	25% x (candidate's score - min score) / (max score - min score)
VA (MCQ)	50% x (candidate's score - min score) / (max score - min score)

Note: The maximum and minimum scores are the highest and lowest among eligible candidates, respectively, within each section.

Stage 5: Final Selection

• Composite Score (CS) will help in preparing the category-wise merit list

CS calculation:

Calculation of Composite Score	Component Score (Weightage)
IPMAT Indore 2027 Exam	65%
Personal Interview	35%
Composite Score	Total of the above scores

Note 1: Provisional admission offering will follow the GOI (Government of India) reservation norms.
Note 2: For non-selected candidates, no notification will be sent.

The IIM Indore IPMAT cut-off is released based on the composite scores.

Thus, the selection process is highly competitive.

It would help to review last year's cut-off to know how many marks you should target at each stage. 

IPMAT Indore 2027 Reservation Policy & Number of Seats 

The Government of India has imposed a fixed percentage for seat reservations in different categories.

Check the table below to know the total number of IPMAT seats and reservations for each category:   

IIM Indore will offer 150 seats in 2027. 

As per the notification, the following categories will fall under the PwD category: 

• Blindness and low vision (or) 
• Deaf and hard of hearing (or) 
• Locomotor disability, including cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims, and muscular dystrophy (or) 
• Autism, intellectual disability, specific learning disability, and mental illness (or) 
• Other 'specified disabilities' mentioned in 'The Schedule' of the RPwD Act 2016 

Note: The Central Government list on the last IPMAT registration date will apply for reservations. Candidates must submit valid documents issued by a competent authority to confirm eligibility under the NC-OBC, SC, ST, EWS, or PwD categories. No changes will be allowed after registration. While IIM Indore aims to admit candidates in accordance with reservation laws, they must meet the eligibility and performance criteria for selection.

All About IPMAT Indore Financial Assistance 2027

IIM Indore provides financial assistance through the NBFA (Need-Based Financial Assistance) Scheme.

• The main aim of this scheme is to ensure that no aspirant is deprived of education due to financial reasons.
• To be eligible to apply for the NBFA, your annual family income should be below ₹ 12,00,000
• If you are eligible to apply for the IIM Indore NBFA, you must fill out the application form available in the PGP/IPM office.
• Your financial need will be assessed based on the details provided in the application form, and you will then be called to meet in person with the NBFA committee.
• If you have applied through the EWS quota but have secured the seat through the IPM Indore reservation policy, you can also apply for NBFA.

The IPMAT Indore 2027 admit card is expected to be released in mid-April 2027 on iimidr.ac.in. IIM Indore does not send admit cards by post — you must download it yourself.

IIM Indore IPMAT 2027 Preparation Tips 

A suitable preparation strategy for IPMAT should focus on two primary areas: Quantitative Aptitude and Verbal Ability.

Here's a breakdown of expert-recommended tips for each section: 

Preparation Tips for IIM Indore IPMAT 2027 Quantitative Aptitude 

• Build Strong Basics: Ensure a solid understanding of fundamental concepts. 
• Identify Strengths and Weaknesses: Write down topics where you excel and those needing more attention. 
• Start with Tough Topics: Begin your studies with challenging topics, then move to easier ones. 
• Multiple Solution Methods: Practice solving questions using various methods to enhance accuracy. 
• Past Papers Practice: Solve at least 1 previous year's question paper of IPMAT Indore to boost your confidence & speed. 

Preparation Tips for IIM Indore IPMAT 2027 Verbal Ability 

• Different from the Quantitative section: prepare in a different way from how you would for the Quantitative section.
• To improve your English, aim to learn 4 to 5 new words each day.
• Prepare a study plan tailored to your needs for the IPMAT Indore and stick to it.
• Improve your vocabulary and grammar by regularly reading editorial columns in newspapers and magazines.
• Improve your vocabulary by using audio and visual aids, since this will enable you to speed up your reading without compromising accuracy.

For all three sections, you should regularly try the IPMAT Indore 2027 mock tests up to the exam date in order to get a proper understanding of the question paper.

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Best Preparation Books for IPMAT Indore 2027 

Recommended Resources for IPMAT 2027 Indore Preparation

Below are the study materials curated by our experts at Supergrads by Toprankers:

IPMAT Books Name	Description
Rankers Study Material by SuperGrads	The key to conquering IPM and BBA entrance exams is ease and excellence. Our treasure trove includes a set of 23 booklets, 7 of which are engaging booklets for Quantitative Ability, Verbal Ability, and Logical Reasoning. Navigate the world of General Knowledge effortlessly with a dedicated guide and polish your interview skills with our specialised manual.
Grand Masters Box by Supegrads	This offers a comprehensive set of over 3,000 questions across Quantitative Ability, Logical Reasoning, and Verbal Ability, explicitly tailored for IPMAT, JIPMAT, and other BBA entrance exams.

Here's a curated list of IPMAT books for both Quantitative Aptitude and Verbal Ability sections: 

Below are the Quantitative Aptitude books that cover all the topics given in the syllabus:  

Book Name	Author/Publication
Class XI and XII Mathematics	R.D. Sharma
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams	R.S.Aggarwal

The following are the IPMAT Verbal Ability books that cover all the topics as per the latest syllabus:  

Book Name	Author/Publication
Word Power Made Easy	Norman Lewis
Better English	Norman Lewis
English Grammar and Composition	Wren and Martin

The right IPMAT preparation books will help you understand the concepts and will have more practice questions to prepare well for the exam. 

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Conclusion

IIM Indore will be providing a five-year integrated programme as a means of direct MBA admission. The exam consists of sections on Quantitative and Verbal Ability, each lasting 40 minutes.

Who can apply? The programme is open to 12th graders entering in 2024, 2025 or 2027, and there is no requirement for a minimum mark. International applicants may use their SAT scores. This includes an aptitude test and a personal interview, with a composite score used for final selection.

Financial Aid and Prep Tips: Financial aid is available for families earning below ₹12 lakh. Key prep tips include mastering fundamentals and practising past papers.