IPU CET MBA Pattern 2021: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test 2021 ( IPU CET )

Updated on Jan 7, 2021 11:11 IST

IPU CET 2021 MBA exam pattern helps to understand the scheme of the question paper. Candidates who are going to participate in the examination must have a go through IPU CET exam pattern to manage their preparation strategies. It provides understanding of marking ratio of the different sections and thus, helps to decide priority subjects. Along with this, knowledege of IPU CET 2021 MBA syllabus is equally important for a good preparation. A complete idea of both will keep candidates' preparation on track. To get more insights of IPU CET 2021 exam pattern for MBA, check the details below.

IPU CET 2021 MBA Exam Pattern Highlights

Check some important information related to the MBA exam pattern below.

Particulars  

Details

Exam mode

Offline

Number of subjects

English Language & Comprehension , Numerical Ability, General Awareness and Reasoning ability including data interpretation

Duration of exam

Two and a half hour

Number of questions

100 questions

Total Marks

400 marks

Type of questions

Objective type questions

Negative Marking

-1 mark for every incorrect answer

IPU CET 2021 Exam Pattern (MBA)

IPU CET question paper will have a total one hundred questions, each having four options. Out of the four options only one option will be correct. Candidates are required to mark the correct one in the OMR sheet. The questions will be asked from English Language & Comprehension , Numerical Ability, General Awareness and Reasoning ability including data interpretation. Check total number of questions from each subject in the table below.

Sections

Total Questions

Duration

English Language & Comprehension

30

2 Hours 30 Minutes OR 150 Minutes

 

Numerical Ability 

30

General Awareness

10

Reasoning ability including data interpretation

30

Total

100

IPU CET Marking Scheme

Each question will carry four marks that means for every correct answer four marks will be awarded. The maximum marks of the examination is 400 marks. On the other hand, there is a provision of negative marking wherein one marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.

Particulars

Details  

Correct answer

+4

Incorrect answer  

-1

Unattempted questions

0

Section wise weightage of subjects 

Sections

Weightage

English Language & Comprehension

30%

Numerical Ability 

30%

General Awareness

10%

Reasoning ability including data interpretation

30%

IPU CET 2021 Exam Pattern FAQs

Q. How many questions will be asked in the IPU CET exam?

A. Total of 100  questions will be asked in the IPU CET exam for MBA admission.

Q. Which types of questions will be asked in the IPU CET exam?

A. The questions will be of the objective type that means there will be four options to each question and candidates have to choose and mark the right answer in the OMR sheet.

Q. What is the maximum marks for which the examination will be conducted?

A. The examination will be conducted for a total of 400 marks.

Q. What is the marking scheme?

A. For each correct answer, four marks will be awarded and for each incorrect answer, one mark will be deducted.

Q. What is the duration of the examination?

A. Candidates will get a total of 2 hours and 30 minutes or 150 minutes to solve the questions.

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Answered a week ago

The IPU CET results for 2025 for admission in (VIPS) Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies is expected in may 2025  but the exact result date will depend on the exam schedule released by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU). Generally result is announced within few weeks after

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ANISH SHARMA

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Answered 3 weeks ago

The Vivekananda Institute of Professional Studies (VIPS) in New Delhi does not follow CUET merit list for admission it follow CUET merit list but for remaining seats it follow CUET  merit list for most of the course it follow CET merit list

BA LBB- opening rank is 1724 and closing rank is 2527  for s

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ANISH SHARMA

Contributor-Level 7

Answered 3 weeks ago

The IPU CET score is valid only for the current admission cycle in which the exam is conducted. This means:

Candidates can use their score to apply for admissions to the respective courses only in the same academic year for which the test was taken. If a candidate wishes to seek admission in subseque

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Akansha Karan

Beginner-Level 3

Answered 3 weeks ago

Candidates can apply online via the official GGSIPU website by filling out the application form, uploading documents, and paying the application fee. The application fee for IPU CET is ?1,200 per course. The university provides a correction window for editing specific details in the application form

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Parul Pandey

Beginner-Level 3

Answered 4 weeks ago

Here are the IPU CET cutoffs for Dr. Akhilesh Das Gupta Institute of Technology and Management (ADGITM) for the years 2022 and 2023:

  1. B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering:

    • 2023: Round 1 cutoff – 56,175, Round 2 cutoff – 69,612
    • 2022: Round 1 cutoff – 103,335, Round 2 cutoff – 103,210
  2. B.Tech. in Inf

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Shiv Kumar

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

No, the IPU CET counselling fee of ?1,000 is non-refundable.

This applies even if:

  • You withdraw from the counselling process.
  • You do not get a seat.
  • You decide not to participate in subsequent rounds of counselling.

However, if you pay the part academic fee (usually ?40,000) after seat allotment, that am

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Dhanya B

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 4 weeks ago

If you are not satisfied with the seat allotted in IPU CET counselling, you have the following options:

  • Participate in the Next Round of Counselling
    You can opt for the next counselling round to get a better seat or college.
    Ensure you follow the rules for seat upgradation, if applicable, during this p

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Rachit Chatterjee

Beginner-Level 3

Answered 4 weeks ago

IPU CET counselling is the process conducted by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) for allotting seats to candidates based on their performance in the IPU CET or other relevant entrance exams, depending on the course. Counselling is conducted in online mode. Candidates must register

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Ishita Patra

Beginner-Level 3

Answered a month ago

Yes, you can get admission to B.Tech at VIPS with a JEE Main score or through management quota.

 

 

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Utkarsh Jain

Contributor-Level 8

Answered a month ago

Yes, IPU CET is a mandatory exam for admission to BBA at Jagan Institute of Management Studies, Rohini - IPU. Candidates need to qualify for the exam with a valid score. However, candidates without IPU CET score can also apply for the programme through Management Quota. The eligibility criteria is c

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