Every student aspiring to step into the pathway of management studies dreams of getting admission to the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) flagship. The road to this professional academic journey involves a mandatory step of the IPMAT Entrance Exam. Held every year, IPMAT Indore 2026 was held on May 4, 2026, and IPMAT Rohtak was conducted on May 10, 2026.
Hitbullseye has curated this article to help students understand the competition involved in the IPMAT entrance examination. Therefore, whether you are someone who is looking to analyze their 2026 performance or aiming to appear in the upcoming years, this article is for you! But before analyzing the 2026 exam, let us spend some time understanding the eligibility criteria, exam pattern, and other academic details.
What is the Integrated Program in Management (IPM)?
Curated with the aim of developing all-rounder professionals, the 5-year-long Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) is offered at IIM Amritsar, IIM Bodh Gaya, IIM Indore, IIM Jammu, IIM Ranchi, IIM Rohtak and IIM Shillong. IPM is fully residential and has been designed to help students achieve a seamless transition from a Bachelor's degree (BBA) (except IIM Amritsar, which offers BSQFE) to a Masters Degree (MBA). All IIMs that offer IPM are known for creating a modern curriculum that gives students a well-rounded education, combining tough academic work with deeper thinking.
Individuals with countless dreams and the passion to achieve them in no time can benefit from this course, as IPM eliminates the potential stress of appearing in the Common Admission Test (CAT), one of India’s most competitive entrance exams, with a very low selection rate.
While all these IIMs welcome students to their IPM program with the same energy, their Entrance Examination and/or conducting body is different. IIM Indore, IIM Amritsar, IIM Ranchi, and IIM Shillong accept IPMAT Indore. IIM Rohtak conducts its own IPMAT. Lastly, IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu accept JIPMAT, which is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Eligibility Criteria: IPMAT Indore and IPMAT Rohtak
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Parameter
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IPMAT Indore 2026
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IPMAT Rohtak 2026
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Birth Date Criterion
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Born on or after August 1, 2006
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Born on or after June 30, 2005
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Age Relaxation
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5 years for SC/ST/PwD
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Relaxation for reserved categories
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Class 12 Requirement
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Must have passed or appearing for Class 12 in 2024-2026
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Must have passed or appearing for Class 12
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Minimum Percentage
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No minimum percentage required in Class 12
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- General/EWS/NC-OBC: 60% aggregate in both Class 10 & 12
- SC/ST/PwD: 55% aggregate in both Class 10 & 12
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Exam Pattern and Structure: IPMAT Indore and IPMAT Rohtak
IPMAT Indore is separate from IPMAT Rohtak, as it includes a section that requires you to complete Short Answer (SA) type questions in Quant and has sectional time limits. On the other hand, IPMAT Rohtak features a dedicated Logical Reasoning section and offers timing flexibility.
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Parameter
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IPMAT Indore 2026
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IPMAT Rohtak 2026
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Mode
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Computer-Based Test (CBT)
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Computer-Based Test (CBT)
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Duration
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120 minutes (40 minutes per section)
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120 minutes (No sectional timing)
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Sections
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• Quantitative Ability (SA): 15 Ques
• Quantitative Ability (MCQ): 30 Ques
• Verbal Ability (MCQ): 45 Ques
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• Quantitative Ability: 40 MCQs
• Logical Reasoning: 40 MCQs
• Verbal Ability: 40 MCQs
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Total Questions
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90
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120
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Marking Scheme
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• +4 for correct answer
• -1 for incorrect
• No negative marking for SA Questions
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• +4 for correct answer
• -1 for incorrect
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Total Marks
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360
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480
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What to Expect in Each Section?
- Quantitative Ability: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Number System, Probability, Data Interpretation. Indore's SA section demands higher calculation precision.
- Verbal Ability: Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Para Jumbles, Sentence Correction.
- Logical Reasoning: Arrangements, Syllogisms, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Critical Reasoning.
Indore's syllabus leans heavier on advanced Quant and Verbal depth, while Rohtak balances all three areas more evenly.
2026 Exam Analysis: IPMAT Indore and IPMAT Rohtak
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Parameter
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IPMAT Indore 2026
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IPMAT Rohtak 2026
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Overall Difficulty
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Moderate to Tough
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Easy to Moderate
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Quantitative Ability
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- QA-SA: Easier than previous years
- QA-MCQ: Tougher with tricky applications
- Good Attempts: 25-32 (10-12 in SA + 15-20 in MCQ)
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- Moderate (Arithmetic-heavy)
- Good Attempts: 32-38
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Verbal Ability
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- Vocabulary-heavy and moderately difficult
- Good Attempts: 32-38
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- Easy to Moderate
- Good Attempts: 32-36
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Logical Reasoning
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Not Applicable
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- Easiest and most scoring
- Good Attempts: 34-38
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Key Observations
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Surprises in MCQ Quant and tougher VA compared to 2025. Accuracy was more important than attempts. Expected competitive raw score: 200-230+
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Paper favored speed and conceptual clarity. Candidates could attempt 95-105+ questions with high accuracy.
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Overall Nature
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More challenging and concept-intensive
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More student-friendly and scoring
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IPMAT Indore or IPMAT Rohtak?
- Choose IPMAT Indore if you seek prestige, rigorous academics, exceptional placements and are comfortable with sectional timing and Short Answer questions. It opens doors to top-tier opportunities.
- Choose IPMAT Rohtak if you prefer a balanced syllabus with Logical Reasoning, flexible timing, slightly easier paper, and value strong academics in selection. It provides a solid foundation with good campus experience at a competitive fee.
Many candidates appear for both. IIM Indore's scores are also accepted by other institutes (e.g., IIM Ranchi, IIFT), offering broader options.
The 2026 cycle reinforced IPMAT Indore as the tougher, more rewarding exam with elite outcomes, while IPMAT Rohtak remains accessible yet competitive with strong fundamentals. Both programs deliver excellent value for young management aspirants. Success ultimately depends on consistent preparation, strategic attempt planning, and aligning choices with career goals. As competition intensifies, early and focused preparation remains the key differentiator.
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