IPMAT

To choose candidates for its highly sought-after five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM), the Indian Institute of Management Indore (IIM Indore) administers the Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test (IPMAT). One of the most popular tests for students hoping to go straight into management school following high school is the IPMAT. As the IPMAT 2024 approaches, candidates hoping to get admission to this esteemed programme must comprehend the format of the test. In the IPMAT AT, a correct answer carries four points, whereas a wrong answer has a one-mark penalty (negative marking). Negative marks are not applied to questions that are not attempted. 

On the day of the IPMAT exam, it is essential to be well-prepared and avoid certain mistakes or "don'ts" to ensure a smooth experience. Here are some important "don'ts" to keep in mind:Do not reach late to the exam centre. Ensure that you reach the exam center well before the scheduled reporting time. Try to reach at least an hour before the exam begins. Arriving late may lead to disqualification or not being allowed to enter the exam hall.Don't forget the IPMAT admit card. Make sure to carry a printout of your IPMAT admit card/hall ticket to the exam center. Without the admit card, you may not be allowed to appear for the exam.Don't carry prohibited items such as electronic devices (mobile phones, calculators, smartwatches), study material, notes, bags, or any other items that are not allowed as per the exam guidelines.Don't panic. Maintain a calm and composed mindset throughout the exam day. Panicking or getting overly stressed can affect your performance. Don't engage in malpractice and refrain from any form of malpractice or cheating. Any form of unfair means can result in disqualification and strict consequences.Don't ignore exam instructions. Listen carefully to the exam invigilator's instructions before starting the exam.Don't leave early after completing the exam. Review your answers and ensure you haven't left any questions unanswered or marked incorrectly. Revise the answers before submitting your answer sheet.By avoiding these "don'ts" and adhering to the exam rules and guidelines, you can have a better exam experience and maximize your chances of performing well in the IPMAT exam.

IIM Indore will announce the IPMAT dates and schedule. The IPMAT 2025 exam will be conducted on May 12, 2025. The registrations for IPMAT 2025 will likely begin in the second week of February 2025. The registration window will likley be open for a month approximately and will close in the month of March 2025. The IPMAT admission process is completely online and the schedule will also be announced online on the official website. The IPMAT 2025 exam will be conducted in one shift only (afternoon shift) like every year. The schedule along with the exam timings and duration will be announced soon by IIM Indore in a detailed notification for the IPMAT exam. 

IPMAT is conducted by the Indian Institute of Management, Indore. The exam was earlier conducted and accepted by only IIM Indore for admission to its give year intergrated programme in management. In the year 2022, Indian Institute of Foreign Trade started accepting IPMAT scores for admission to its integrated MBA programme. From the year 2023 onwards, many other institutes were added to the list which will also accept IPMAT scores conducted by IIM Indore. Institutes such as the Indian Institute of Ranchi, Alliance University,  NICMAR University,  Department of Management Studies, NALSAR University of Law, TA PAI Management Institute (TAPMI) and Institute of Management, Nirma University are also accepting the IPMAT scores for admission to the Integrated Programme in Management (IPM). 

IPMAT admit card will be released online and is a mandatory document to be carried to the IPMAT exam centre to gain entry in the exam hall. Candidates will not be permitted inside the IPMAT exam centre without the admit card. Candidates appearing for the IPMAT exam should check the details mentioned on the admit card. The admit card must contain the following information:Name of the candidateSignature and photograph of the candidateRoll NumberTime and venue of the exam centreInstruction related to the examSpace for the invigilator’s signature In case any of the detail is incorrect or missing, the same should be reported immediately to the officials. Also, in case the admit card is inaccessible, the candidate should immediately get in touch with the authorities. Candidates must remember that the admit card is an important document that is required to be carried to the exam hall.