IPMAT 2021 Exam Analysis
Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test 2025 ( IPMAT )
Exam On - 12 May '25
By Anil Sable
IPMAT 2021 was conducted on July 16, 2021. Check out the complete IPMAT exam analysis shared by an expert, in the article below
IIM Indore held its IPMAT 2021 for admissions to its five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) on July 16, 2021. However, the IPMAT 2021 exam got restructured after several delays due to the pandemic situation across the globe. There were 60 questions in all, divided into three sections: Quantitative Ability (MCQ), Quantitative Ability (Short Answers) and Verbal Ability (MCQ). The test got shortened to 90 minutes (rather than the standard 120 minutes), with a 30-minute sectional time restriction. Each reasonable effort would get four points, while each incorrect attempt would result in a one point penalty (except for the short answer section).
IPMAT 2021: Exam Pattern
Check out the overview of the IPMAT 2021 exam pattern below:
- Two sections exam: There are two parts to this paper. Quantitative Ability (MCQ and SA questions) and Verbal Ability (MCQ and SA questions) are tested
- Scoring Pattern: Four points are awarded for each correct answer
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Maximum Marks: 240
- Negative Marks: For MCQs, -1 mark for each incorrect response; for Short Answer (SA) questions, there is no negative marking
- Answering Questions in a Pre-Specified Order: Candidates must answer the sections in a pre-specified order, which is the same for all candidates
- Difficulty Level: Moderate to Slightly Difficult
Sectional Analysis in IPMAT 2021
Check out the sectional analysis of the IPMAT 2021 question paper below:
Quantitative Ability: MCQ and SA Questions IPMAT 2021 Analysis
- Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Short Answer (SA) questions made up the Quantitative Ability (QA) section of the IPMAT test pattern 2021
- Students were urged to work their way through the MCQs from easy to difficult to avoid getting negative marking by answering a difficult question
- Candidates may tackle all of the questions, ranging from simple to challenging because there was no fear of negative marking in Short Answer Questions
- Moderate difficulty, with 3-4 questions on the more challenging side
Verbal Ability: MCQ Analysis of IPMAT 2021
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- Questions in the VA: The questions were based on RC passages, vocabulary, grammar, and para jumbles
- Reading Comprehension: 3-4 paragraphs with 5 questions each from RC. The questions were based on economics, culture, and progress
- Vocabulary: There were around 10-12 questions on antonyms and synonyms are included in the vocabulary section
- Other types of questions: There were questions based on Para Jumble and Logical Paragraph Completion, Best Summary questions, Word Usage, Fill in the Blanks, and Proper Word Usage
Level of Difficulty in IPMAT for IIM Indore
Check out the overall difficulty level of each IPMAT 2021 section in the table below.
| Section |
Difficulty Level |
|---|---|
| QA[MCQ] |
Moderate |
| VA |
Easy to Moderate |
| QA[SA] |
Moderate to Difficult |
Good Attempts for IPMAT
The table below depicts the number of good attempts at the questions in the IPMAT 2021 exam.
| Section |
Attempts |
|---|---|
| QA[MCQ] |
14-16 |
| VA |
24-26 |
| QA[SA] |
6-7 |
| Overall |
42-45 |
IPMAT QA[MCQ] Question Distribution
The following is a general breakdown of the questions in this section:
| Topics |
Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Time and Speed |
2 |
| Geometry |
2 |
| Percentage |
1 |
| Logarithm |
2 |
| Data Interpretation |
3 |
| Arithmetic Progression |
2 |
| Time and Work |
3 |
| Permutation and Combination |
1 |
| Relations and Functions |
2 |
| Trigonometry |
2 |
IPMAT VA Question Distribution
The following is a general breakdown of the questions in this section:
| Topics |
Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Synonyms |
1 |
| Para Jumbles |
3 |
| Reading Comprehension |
5-6 |
| Sentence Completion |
2-3 |
| Idioms and Proverbs |
2-3 |
| Vocabulary |
3 |
| Fill in the Blanks |
4 |
| Sentence Rearrangement |
3 |
| Sentence Correction |
4 |
IPMAT QA[SA] Question Distribution
The following is a general breakdown of the questions in this section:
| Topics |
Number of Questions |
|---|---|
| Average |
1 |
| Sequence and Series |
1 |
| Basic Algebra |
1 |
| Divisibility and Remainder |
1 |
| Quadrilateral(Geometry) |
1 |
| Distance, Time and Speed |
1 |
| Rectangle(Geometry) |
1 |
| Percentage |
1 |
| Functions and Relations |
2 |
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About the Author:
Anil Sable
Anil Sable works as a Product Head and Faculty of Quantitative Aptitude at a leading coaching institute in India.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 weeks ago
The Quantitative Aptitude (SA) section is usually considered the lengthiest section in IPMAT. It is also considered one of the most difficult ones becuase it requires extensive calculations and problem-solving, which can be time consuming. Efficent timne management and practice are crucial to ace th
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Beginner-Level 3
Answered 3 weeks ago
This, however, has been designed to work by the criteria in terms of the age as well as academic for the relevant test offering bodies: *IPMAT (Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test), IIM Indore, as well as IIM Rohtak.* Check detailed eligibility basis DOB (*4th Jan, 2005*).
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# IPMAT by IIM
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 4 weeks ago
The IPMAT exam is indeed scored out of 360 marks. Based on your background and category, here are some guidelines for scoring to enhance your chances for IIM Ranchi:
Given that you belong to the ST category and have strong academic credentials (88% in both 10th and 12th grades), aiming for a score a
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Contributor-Level 9
Answered a month ago
The application forms for the BA Economics program at the Madras School of Economics (MSE) have been released on April 10, 2024, and the last date to apply is May 11, 2024.
The entrance exam: IPMAT is not accepted for admission to MSE. You need to appear for the MSEET (Madras School of Economics Entr
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
After passing the IPMAT exam and gaining admission to the Integrated Program in Management (IPM) at IIMs, students are exposed to a diverse range of subjects designed to provide a strong foundation in management and business studies. The curriculum typically includes:
1. Quantitative Techniques: Adv
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Contributor-Level 9
Which section is the lengthiest section in IPMAT?