The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education conducts the IBSAT exam which is a management entrance test for admission to its MBA/PGDM programmes. IBSAT 2024 exam will be conducted on December 28 and 29, 2024 in online proctored mode. Know the important exam day tips for IBSAT 2024 here.
IBSAT Exam
The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education conducts the IBSAT exam. IBSAT is a management entrance test for admission to its MBA/PGDM programmes. Authorities have announced the IBSAT exam date. IBSAT 2024 exam will be held on December 28 and December 29, 2024. With just a handful number of days left, all aspirants must be on their toes all the time to finish their last-minute preparation. It is also the right time to be mindful of IBSAT 2024 exam day checklist/dos and don’ts besides just having a stronghold over the IBSAT syllabus. Due to the ongoing pandemic, IBSAT 2024 for the December session will be held in remote proctored online mode (home-based test). Hence, candidates must be aware of the important points that have to be taken care of while taking the home-based exam. Check out some of these points below.
IBSAT Exam Day Checklist/ Dos to Remember
- Download the admit card from the official website. The IBSAT admit card is the most important document of proof of all the candidates appearing for IBSAT 2024 exam.
- Candidates must check the wifi connection for a stable internet connection while taking the exam.
- Sit in a calm corner of the home to avoid any kind of distractions.
- Check your webcam before beginning the exam.
- Keep a copy of IBSAT 2024 admit card ready on the desktop.
- Keep the device charged well in advance.
- Ensure that the webcam and mic are working properly while giving an examination.
- Ensure proper lighting in the room.
- Take the exam from a silent place in the home.
- The webcam must focus on the face and be visible in the camera.
- Candidates must capture the photo before beginning the examination.
- Candidates must wear transparent and non-reflecting glasses/lenses
- The water bottle must be transparent and must be kept beside it before the start of the examination.
- Do log in only after 3 mins to resume your examination in case your examination crashes.
- Appearing for the IBSAT mock test 2024 is mandatory
- Candidates must be available for the complete duration of the exam.
Note: Along with the necessary documents, candidates also need to report early on the exam day as security checks and other important formalities consume much of the time of the candidate. In the case of an online exam from home, candidates must check the necessary IT requirements beforehand.
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Things to Remember for IBSAT 2024 Exam day
The IBSAT exam will have in total of 140 questions; aspirants have to cover it in 120 minutes. Without haste, attempt each of the questions. The ideal step is to read the entire IBSAT question paper carefully before directly starting to answer them.
Q: What is IBSAT 2024 schedule?
IBSAT is a national level exam conducted by ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (deemed to be University) for admission to MBA/ PGPM courses. IBSAT 2024 registration will commence in first week of July 2024 and candidates will be able to register themselves on the official website at general.ibsindia.org. IBSAT scores are accepted by nine ICFAI Business Schools (IBS), namely IBS Hyderabad, IBS Mumbai, IBS Bengaluru, IBS Pune, IBS Gurgaon, IBS Kolkata, IBS Ahmedabad, IBS Jaipur, and IBS Dehradun. Tabulated below is the tentative IBSAT 2023 schedule:
Events | Dates |
|---|---|
IBSAT 2024 GD-PI | 10 Feb - 18 Feb '24. |
IBSAT 2024 Selection Process Result | March 2025 |
Q: When will IBSAT slot booking commence?
IBSAT slot booking has commenced online. Candidates who registered for IBSAT 2024 can slot the exam as per their preffered time and date. IBSAT 2024 exam will be conducted in a two days winodw in online proctored mode. IBSAT 2024 will be held on December 28 and December 29, 2024. Only candidates who will book the IBSAT exam slot will be able to download the admit card soon after. The IBSAT admit card will mention the candidate's details and exam details. Check the steps below to know how to book a exam slot below:
Step 1- Visit the official website of ICFAI Business School
Step 2- Click on the tab 'IBSAT Login' and click on ‘Book a seat’ tab
Step 3- Enter the following details:
- Test name
- City
- Date
- Test centre name
- Test centre address
Step 4- Select the suitable IBSAT exam timing and click on the tab ‘Book’
Step 5- Candidates will be given one minute to confirm the timing of the IBSAT examination.
Step 6- Screen will now display the candidate and examination details.
Step 7- Download the IBSAT admit card.
Q: When will be IBSAT exam conducted?
IBSAT 2024 will be held on December 28 and December 29. IBSAT is an online aptitude test conducted by ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education for admission to MBA/PGPM programmes offered by IBS campsues. IBSAT will be a Computer Based Test conducted for a duration of two hours. IBSAT exam is conducted to assess candidates in quantitative techniques, data adequacy, data interpretation, reading comprehension and analytical reasoning. IBSAT question paper will include 140 multiple choice questions of one mark each. There will be no negative marking for any incorrect answers or not attempted questions. Candidates having scores in GMAT/NMAT by GMAC/XAT/CAT (from 2022 onwards) will be exempted from taking IBSAT 2024 exam.
- Read all the instructions carefully before starting the exam. Aspirants will be able to track any change in the finer details of the exam like any change in the IBSAT pattern, marking scheme etc. Keep some time for revision and check whether you have answered all the questions.
- Try to keep the mind free from tension, nervousness and hassles. Aim to give the exam in a calm temperament. For this, it is therefore important that a person sleep well the night before the exam day.
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IBSAT 2024 Exam Day Checklist: Don’ts To Remember
Aspirants must not keep any electronic gadgets such as electronic watches, calculators, and mobile phones, log tables, digital pens, slide rules, etc while giving the exam. Further, like all other exams, in IBSAT 2022 exam too, candidate cannot keep any reference materials, papers as well as any study materials while giving the exam.
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IBSAT 2024 Exam Day Checklist- ‘Don’ts’ To Remember
There are certain Don’ts to follow for IBSAT exam. Check them below.
- Candidates must not talk to anyone or refer to any study material. This will lead to disqualification.
- Candidates are advised not to use the keyboard while taking the examination.
- Candidates will not be allowed to start the exam from multiple devices.
- The face must not be covered with a mask, hair, clothing, hand etc.
- There should be no background noise/music/television.
- Avoid sitting in the dimly lit rooms while giving the home-based exam.
- Don't use mobile hotspots as it creates instability
- Avoid sitting in the noisy areas of the home. Also, no family member must be in the same room as of candidate.
- Candidates must avoid excessive neck moments while taking the IBSAT 2024 exam. Excessive movement may lead to disqualification of the candidature.
- If you think you have not touched any of the topics from IBSAT 2024 syllabus while preparing, avoid preparing for such topics a day before the exam. It will leave you anxious.
- As one needs to complete 140 questions in 120 minutes and save at least 15 minutes for revision, avoid wasting time on questions that the candidate is unsure about the answer to it. They can come back to answer them only when they are through with all that they know.
- Do not forget to carry all the documents required.
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Q: What is the eligibility criteria for IBS Mumbai PGPM course admission?
To be eligible for admission to IBS Mumbai PGPM, it is crucial that the aspirants meet the minimum eligibility criteria. Thus, an applicant must be a graduate in any discipline with a minimum aggregate of 50% with medium of study as English. The aspirants should have completed a minimum 15 years of education. Moreover, the candidates in the last year of the degree programme are also eligible to apply.
Q: What are IBSAT important dates?
IBSAT 2024 important dates have been released on the ICFAI Business School website. Authorities released the IBSAT 2024 important dates in first week of July. Candidates preparing for the IBSAT 2024 exam must stay updated with the schedule. Check the updated schedule for IBSAT 2024 exam below:
IBSAT 2024 Registrations: The online registration process of IBSAT 2024 has commenced. Interested candidates will be able to register online for IBSAT 2024 to participate in exam. The last date for IBSAT registrations is expected to be in last week of December 2024.
IBSAT 2024 Hall Ticket: The admit card for IBSAT 2024 will be released online on the official website of ICFAI Business School. The admit card is available soon after slot booking. Only registered candidates will be able to download IBSAT 2023 admit cards till the date of examination. IBSAT admit card will be available in online mode only.
IBSAT 2024 Exam: The IBSAT 2024 exam will be conducted on December 28 and December 29. The exam will be a computer-based test mode.
IBSAT 2024 Results: The result of the IBSAT 2024 exam will be announced tentatively in last week of December 2024 on the official website. Candidates will be able to check their IBSAT result and download scorecards using their login credentials.
Q: How can I book my slots for IBSAT?
IBSAT 2024 slot booking window is open. Only registered candidates who will complete the application process along with the payment of the application fee can book the exam slot. To book the IBSAT exam slot candidates must follow the steps mentioned below:
Step 1- Visit the official website of IBS and login with the credentials
Step 2- Click on the tab ‘Schedule IBSAT’
Step 3- Click on the link provided for login
Step 4- Screen will now display the login page. Enter the credentials:
- Application Number
- Date of Birth (DDMMYYYY format)
- Enter the captcha
Step 5- Click on the tab ‘Book a seat’
Step 6- Enter the following details:
- Test name
- City
- Date
- Test centre name
- Test centre address
Step 7- Select the suitable exam timing and click on the tab ‘Book’
Step 8- Candidates will be given 1 minute to confirm the timing of the examination.
Step 9- Screen will now display the candidate and examination details.
Step 10- Download the IBSAT admit card.
Q: What is the qualifying marks for BBA admission at IBS Hyderabad?
A pass in Class 12 or equivalent examination with at least 50% aggregate and above in English Medium is required to apply for IBS Hyderabad BBA course. Aspirants must fulfill the minimum age requirements as prescribed by the respective board via which the student has appeared for the qualifying exam. Candidates meeting the educational requirements can fill out the application form for IBS Hyderabad admission.
Q: What is the selection process for PGDM and what is the minimum CAT percentile required at ICFAI Business School (IBS), Pune?
Candidates for the PGDM programme at ICFAI Business School (IBS) in Pune must have a graduate degree with a grade point average of 50% or above and English as the medium of instruction. Candidates must have completed at least 15 years of study and can apply using multiple admission test scores such as IBSAT, CAT, XAT, GMAT, NMAT, and others. The final selection is based on previous academic records and performance in group discussions and personal interviews.
The minimal CAT percentile required for admission to the MBA programme at IBS Pune is normally between 70 and 80 percentile.
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The School of Business and Management ICFAI has the IBS Aptitude Test, otherwise called known as IBSAT, as an admission test for its postgraduate programs in MBA and PGPM.
This computer-based paper has questions from quantitative techniques, data interpretation, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and
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IBSAT syllabus is closely similar to CAT syllabus with no negative marking. Candidates preparing for CAT will be able to prepare for IBSAT easily. The IBSAT syllabus is divided into four sections viz., Verbal Ability, Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude, Data Adequacy and Data Interpretatio
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ICFAI Business School Aptitue Test (IBSAT) is administered by ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education for admission to MBA or PGPM programme. The courses are offered across nine campuses of IBS. Candidates seeking admission to IBS campus must appear for IBSAT exam or must have a valid score in any nat
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IBS offers Masters of Business Administration (MBA) and Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM) through IBSAT scores. Check the list of IBS colleges and courses offered through IBSAT below:
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Hyderabad: MBA
- ICFAI Business School (IBS), Ahmedabad: PGPM
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The official website for IBSAT (ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test) for the academic year 2024-25 is general.ibsindia.org. Through this portal, candidates can complete a variety of tasks related to the IBSAT examination, including:
- Important Dates: The website also provides updated information on im
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The difficulty level of IBSAT is moderately easy. IBSAT exam is easy in comparison to other MBA entrance examinations like CAT, MAT, or CMAT. IBSAT question paper consists of total 140 questions across four sections. Each question carries one marks and no marks are deducted for any wrong answers or
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