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IPMAT Exam Date 2026, Registration, Admit Card & Results

KibooKiboo5 September 20257mins

The IPMAT Exam Date 2026 is one of the most crucial details for aspirants preparing for entry into the five-year Integrated Program in Management at IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak. While both institutes conduct exams under the same name, their application process, exam patterns, and selection criteria are entirely different.

Understanding the schedule helps aspirants prepare with confidence. With past years showing consistent mid-May timelines, candidates can align preparation, manage board exams, and focus on the competitive process without last-minute stress. Alongside this, aspirants can strengthen preparation using resources like IPMAT 2026 Power Packs, Previous Year Papers, and the Reading Zone.

IPMAT Exam Date 2026 – Indore & Rohtak Schedule

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IPMAT Exam Date 2026 – Indore vs Rohtak

Based on the trend from previous years, we can predict the IPMAT Exam Date 2026 with strong accuracy:

Why this prediction is reliable

Year IPMAT Indore Exam Date IPMAT Rohtak Exam Date
2023 June 16 May 20
2024 May 23 May 18
2025 May 12 May 5
2026 Third week of May 2026 (Projected) Second week of May 2026 (Projected)

This shows a clear stabilization: post-pandemic delays are gone, and both institutes now follow consistent mid-May exam cycles.

Key takeaway: Candidates can confidently prepare for mid-May 2026 without worrying about delays. For better strategy, start early with IPMAT Arjuna Batch or IPMAT Saksham Batch, depending on your preparation level.

IPMAT Indore 2026 – Complete Timeline

Event Projected Date
Official Notification Jan / Feb 2026
Application Opens Feb 2026
Application Correction Window 1st week of April 2026
Admit Card Release Late April / Early May 2026
IPMAT Exam Date 2026 3rd week of May 2026
Answer Key Objection Window Late May 2026
Result & PI Shortlist 1st week of June 2026
Personal Interviews July 2026

Competition snapshot:

  • Only 150 seats for domestic candidates.
  • In 2025, 30,220+ applications were received.
  • Acceptance rate: just 0.5%.

Selection criteria:

  • Aptitude Test Score (ATS) – 65% weight
  • Personal Interview (PI) – 35% weight
  • Class 10/12 marks – 0% weight

Indore is a test-heavy process: your performance on exam day and in the interview are the only factors that matter.

Indore is a test-focused process. To prepare effectively, solve IPMAT Previous Year Papers and strengthen verbal skills via the Reading Zone. For interview readiness, book 1-to-1 Counselling.

IPMAT Rohtak 2026 – Complete Timeline

Event Projected Date
Official Notification Late Jan / Early Feb 2026
Application Opens Feb 2026
Application Closes Mid-April 2026
Admit Card Release Early May 2026
IPMAT Exam Date 2026 2nd week of May 2026
PI Call Announcement Last week of May 2026
Personal Interviews 1st or 2nd week of June 2026
Final Selection List 2nd week of July 2026

Competition snapshot:

  • Around 198 seats.
  • In 2024, 14,700+ applicants competed.

Selection criteria:

  • IPMAT score – 55% weight
  • Personal Interview – 15% weight
  • Academics (X & XII) – 30% weight

Unlike Indore, Rohtak rewards consistent academic performance along with test results.

Rohtak values consistent academics + test performance. Start balanced preparation early with IPMAT Safaltaa Batch if you’re still building fundamentals.

IPMAT Registration Dates & Fees

Missing the registration deadline means waiting a full year.

  • IIM Indore: Mid-Feb to late March / early April 2026
  • IIM Rohtak: Early Feb to mid-April 2026

Application Fees (2025 data):

Institution Category Fee
IIM Indore General / NC-OBC ₹4,130
IIM Indore SC / ST / PwD ₹2,065
IIM Rohtak All Categories ₹4,937

Documents required: scanned photograph, signature, mark sheets, and ID proof.

Tip: Avoid last-minute errors—double-check uploads. If unsure, use 1-to-1 Counselling for guidance.

IPMAT Admit Card 2026

The IPMAT Admit Card 2026 is one of the most crucial documents for every aspirant. It will be released 10–15 days before the IPMAT exam date.

  • IIM Indore Admit Card: Expected in late April 2026, since the exam is usually scheduled in the third week of May 2026.
  • IIM Rohtak Admit Card: Likely in early May 2026, as Rohtak conducts its test separately.

The admit card will include:

  • Candidate details (name, roll number, photo, signature)
  • Exam center address
  • Exam date and reporting time
  • Instructions for exam-day conduct

Always carry a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, Passport, PAN, Driving License, etc.) along with your admit card. Without it, entry to the exam hall is not permitted.

Preparation Tip (Last 10–15 Days Before the IPMAT Exam Date 2026):

  • Attempt full-length mock tests daily to simulate real exam conditions.
  • Focus on time management drills, especially balancing Quant and Verbal sections.
  • Revise important formulas, vocabulary lists, and previous errors from your notebook.
  • Peer motivation via WhatsApp group and Telegram channel

IIM Indore Exam Pattern

Section Questions Time
Quantitative Ability (Short Answer) 15 40 min
Quantitative Ability (MCQ) 30 40 min
Verbal Ability (MCQ) 45 40 min

  • Marking Scheme: +4 for correct answers, –1 for wrong answers in MCQs, no negative for SA
  • Total Marks: 360
    The IIM Indore IPMAT exam date 2026 will fall in May, so plan section-wise practice well in advance.

Build section speed with IPMAT Arjuna Batch and keep reading practice consistent via Reading Zone.

IIM Rohtak Exam Pattern

Section Questions Time
Quantitative Ability 40 40 min
Logical Reasoning 40 40 min
Verbal Ability 40 40 min

  • Marking Scheme: +4 for correct answers, –1 for incorrect answers
  • Total Marks: 480
    The IIM Rohtak IPMAT exam date 2026 will also be in May; prepare additionally for the Logical Reasoning section.

LR is the differentiator. Focus on reasoning sets from IPMAT Saksham Batch and Previous Year Papers

Eligibility Criteria for IPMAT 2026

Criteria IIM Indore IIM Rohtak
Date of Birth On/after 1 Aug 2006 Not more than 20 years as on 30 June 2026
Relaxation +5 years for SC/ST/PwD (On/after 1 Aug 2001) As per Govt. norms
Educational Qualification Class 12 passed in 2024/2025 or appearing in 2026 General/OBC/EWS: 60% in Class 10 & 12
SC/ST/PwD: 55% in Class 10 & 12
Minimum Marks No minimum % required Mentioned above

If applying to both Indore and Rohtak, track the separate IPMAT exam dates 2026 and download both admit cards on time.

Year Indore Cut-Off Rohtak Cut-Off
2020 210 265
2021 200 260
2022 185 250
2023 190 255
2024 200+ 260+
2025 Expected ~205 Expected ~265

Trend: Cut-offs fluctuate slightly each year, but remain high due to intense competition.

Track your mock performance vs expected cut-offs. Targeted guidance is available through IPMAT Abhaya Batch and 1-to-1 Counselling.

Result & PI Process

The IPMAT Exam Date 2026 is only the beginning—the real challenge continues with results and interviews.

IIM Indore

  • Answer Key: Late May 2026
  • PI Shortlist: 1st week of June 2026
  • Interviews: July 2026

Indore provides nearly a month’s gap between the IPMAT Exam Date and the PI, giving students ample time to prepare for interviews.

IIM Rohtak

  • PI Call: Last week of May 2026
  • Interviews: 1st / 2nd week of June 2026
  • Final List: 2nd week of July 2026

Rohtak allows only 1–2 weeks after the IPMAT Exam Date, making it essential to prepare for PI in advance while studying for the exam.

The key difference: Indore offers breathing room, while Rohtak demands parallel preparation.

Prepare early with 1-to-1 PI Counselling and use Reading Zone for WAT/PI topics.

The IPMAT Exam Date 2026 is projected for May—Rohtak in the second week and Indore in the third week. Indore relies purely on test + PI, while Rohtak balances academics with aptitude and interview. With such competitive acceptance rates, start early with structured batches like Arjuna, Saksham, or Abhaya, and combine them with PYQs, Reading Zone, and DoubtPucho. Stay connected via WhatsApp, Telegram, and YouTube for regular updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

The official notification is expected in January or February 2026, with the exam projected for May 2026.

The exam is likely in the third week of May 2026.

The exam is projected for the second week of May 2026.

Admit cards will be released 10–15 days before the IPMAT exam date 2026—late April for Indore and early May for Rohtak.

Indore’s window is expected to close in late March or early April 2026, while Rohtak’s closes by mid-April 2026.

There are around 150 seats for domestic students at IIM Indore.

IIM Rohtak offers around 198 seats.

Indore: 65% aptitude test + 35% PI. Rohtak: 55% aptitude test + 15% PI + 30% academics.

Yes. Especially for IIM Rohtak, where only 1–2 weeks separate the exam and PI.

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