The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore has scheduled the IPMAT 2026 exam for May 4, 2026 (afternoon shift), as announced on the official website iimidr.ac.in. The exam will be conducted in computer-based mode at various centres nationwide.
- The IPMAT is conducted by IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak for admission to a 5-year integrated program in management, also known as the IPM, which combines a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s in Management.
- Scores from IPMAT are accepted by several leading B-schools, including IIM Indore, IIM Ranchi, IIM Shillong, IIM Amritsar, IIM Sirmaur, IIFT, Alliance University, TAPMI, and others.
- The IPMAT 2026 application form is expected to be released in the second week of February 2026, and the registration process will be conducted online. The syllabus will primarily include Quantitative Aptitude and Verbal Ability topics.
In addition, IIM Rohtak conducts its own separate entrance test for admission to its IPM programme. The IPMAT Rohtak 2026 exam is also expected to take place in May 2026 in computer-based mode.

What is the IPMAT Exam Date?
IPMAT (Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test) is a national-level entrance exam conducted by IIMs for admission to the 5-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM), a dual-degree BBA+MBA course offered after Class 12. IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak conduct their own versions of the exam.
| Expected Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Mid-February 2026 | Application Window Opens |
| Mid-April 2026 | Last Date to Apply |
| Early May 2026 | Admit Card Release |
| May 4, 2026 | IPMAT (IIM Indore) Exam |
| Early June 2026 | PI Shortlist Announcement |
| First Week of July 2026 | PI Admit Card Issue |
| Second Week of July 2026 | Online Personal Interview |
| End of July 2026 | Final Merit List Release |
IPMAT Exam Pattern 2026
The IPMAT exam will be conducted in CBT mode over 120 minutes. IPMAT Rohtak will comprise 120 questions, and IPMAT Indore will have 90 questions, totaling 480 marks and 400 marks, respectively.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | IPMAT |
| Full Form | Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test |
| Exam Level | National Level |
| Conducting Bodies | IIM Rohtak, IIM Indore, IIM Ranchi, etc. |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Number of Questions | 120 (Rohtak) • 90–100 (Indore) |
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Total Marks | 480 (Rohtak) • 400 (Indore) |
| Type of Questions | MCQs (Rohtak) • MCQs + Short Answer (Indore) |
| Medium | English |
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Also Check: IPMAT 2026 Syllabus for Aspirants |
IPMAT Exam 2026 Sectional Weightage
The table below shows the section-wise distribution of questions and time in the IPMAT 2026 exam:
| Section | No. of Questions | Time Allotted |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude (Short Answer) | 25 | 40 minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude (MCQ) | 25 | 40 minutes |
| Verbal Ability | 50 | 40 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 120 minutes |
What Candidates Should Expect in 2026?
- Minor changes in the exam pattern or selection criteria may be introduced.
- The number of applicants is expected to rise due to the growing popularity of IPM programmes.
- Aspirants should begin preparation early and follow a structured study plan.
- Focus on quantitative reasoning, logical reasoning, and reading comprehension.
- Use mock tests and previous year papers to understand difficulty levels and improve accuracy.
IPMAT 2026 Admit Card and Result Dates
Once the exam dates are announced, candidates can expect the IPMAT 2026 Admit Card to be released about 8–10 days before the exam. The IPMAT Indore results 2026 generally come out within three to four weeks after the exam, followed by the release of interview shortlists.
Stay tuned for continuous IPMAT Exam Date 2026 Live Updates as more details are expected in the coming days.






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