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: 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.
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.
- 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: 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: Which entrance exam is required for MBA at IBS Mumbai?
ICFAI Business School Mumbai conducts ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test (IBSAT) for admission to its Management courses. However, it is not compulsory for selection. Aspirants with a required score in other accepted exams: CAT/GMAT/NMAT by GMAC/XAT are also eligible to apply. Moreover, aspirants shall check out the eligibility requirements before applying for the course. Candidates are shortlisted based on accepted exam scores for further selection rounds. Read more on IBS Mumbai admissions here.
Q: What is the entrance exam for ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad 2023?
ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad accepts a common entrance exam for admission to its MBA/PGPM programs at IBS Ahmedabad, IBS Gurgaon, IBS Dehradun, IBS Kolkata, IBS Pune campuses. The entrance exam accepted by ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad is IBSAT (ICFAI Business school Aptitude Test). They also accept CAT, NMAT, or GMAT. The application form for admission to the PGPM course offered by ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad is common for all the IBS campuses.
Q: Does IBS Mumbai accept CAT score for MBA?
Yes, aspirants with a valid score of CAT can apply for IBS Mumbai PGPM course. In addition, candidates with a 60 percentile and above CAT score are exempted from writing the IBSAT 2023 exam. Moreover, apart from this, it is also crucial that the aspirants fulfil the course-specific eligibility requirements as prescribed by the ICFAI Business School, Mumbai. For more details about the CAT entrance examination, Click Here.
Q: What is the eligibility of MBA at IBS Bangalore?
IBS Bangalore requires a graduation degree with a 50% with the medium of instruction as English. The candidate must have completed a minimum of 15 years of education for MBA/PGDM admissions. Entrance exams are required for most courses. Find the table below for eligibility and selection criteria for MBA/PGDM course.
Course | Eligibility |
|---|---|
MBA/PGDM | Graduation with 50% |
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The School of Business and Management ICFAI has the IBS Aptitude Test, otherwise known as IBSAT, as an admission test for its postgraduate programs in MBA and PGPM.
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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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