The IPMAT Indore exam is an after-12th exam that acts as a gateway to top IIMs and various other management institutes in India. There are three IPMAT exams in India which are conducted by multiple IIMs. Among them, IIM Indore was the first to start its IPM program through the IPMAT Indore exam in 2011.
In this article, we will discuss the IPMAT exam, its exam pattern & syllabus, eligibility & age criteria, weightage of IPMAT score & interview, IPMAT Indore’s score validity, selection process, previous year cutoffs, fees, and placements.
IPMAT Indore Syllabus & Exam Pattern
IPMAT Indore is considered to be the toughest exam among the IPMAT exams mainly because of its exam pattern and syllabus.
Only IPMAT Indore syllabus has Higher Mathematics (maths of class 11 & 12), apart from that it also has a minimum sectional cutoff, irrespective of what your overall score is, you will have to clear the cutoff of each section as well as you will have to score a minimum total score (including all the three sections) to be considered for the Personal Interview round.
The exam is divided into 3 sections of 40 minutes each making it a 2-hour exam. The following is the IPMAT Exam Pattern :-
IPMAT Indore 2025 Marking Scheme
| Subjects | Questions | Time (in minutes) |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude(SA) | 15 | 40 |
| Quantitative Aptitude(MCQ) | 30 | 40 |
| Verbal Ability | 45 | 40 |
| Total | 90 | 120 |
Note-
- Logical Reasoning is not a part of the IPMAT Indore exam. Instead of Logical Reasoning questions a Data Interpretation set of 5 questions or a logical puzzle set is asked in the IPMAT Indore QA (MCQ) section. Topics like Linear arrangements, Games & Tournament, etc. are asked, check past IPMAT papers to know the type of sets asked.
- IPMAT Indore is the only exam that has a sectional cutoff for admission into IIM Indore.
- In the SA (Short Answer) section, you have to enter your answer in digits in the box provided below. There is no negative marking in this section.
- This exam also has higher mathematics which includes mathematics of classes 11 & 12.
- Since the level of difficulty is higher in this exam, IPMAT Indore cutoff is around 50% of the total marks for General category students and even lower for SC/ST/PwD/EWS/OBC category students. Though general category students are advised to score around 60% of the total marks to stay safe.
- As per IPMAT Indore exam pattern, each section has a time limit of 40 minutes, until you finish the given section you cannot go to the next section.
IPMAT Indore Syllabus
IPMAT Syllabus comprises of three sections- Quantitative Aptitude (Short-Answer Based), Quantitative Aptitude (MCQ-based), and Verbal Ability. The following are the most important topics, based on their weightage in the exam:-
1. Quantitative Aptitude Syllabus of IPMAT Indore
Half of this exam (45 questions) consists of the Mathematics (Quants) part, making it a crucial section to crack the exam. The following are the Syllabus and the most important topics of the IPMAT Indore Exam:-
The Most Important Topics in IPMAT Indore (in terms of weightage)
| Number System | Functions |
| Mixtures and Alligation | Algebra |
| Averages and Percentages | Permutations and Combinations |
| Time, Speed and Distance | Linear and Quadratic equation |
| Time, Speed, and Distance | Matrices & Determinants |
| Pipes and Cisterns | Ratio and Proportion, Partnership |
| Simple and Compound Interest | Mensuration(Surface area & volume) |
| Geometry Lines, Angles, Triangle and Properties | Trigonometry |
| Profit and Loss | Vectors |
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2. IPMAT Syllabus of Verbal Ability
The rest half of the IPMAT Indore exam is the Verbal Ability part consisting of 45 questions. The following are the most important topics of the Verbal Ability section:-
IPMAT Indore Important Topics
| Reading Comprehension | Foreign Words |
| Subject-Verb Agreement | Inference based passages |
| Idioms & Phrases | Noun & Pronoun Errors |
| Prepositions and Conjunctions | Syllogisms |
| Analogies | Logical Consistency |
| Tenses, Modifiers & Parallelism | Deductive Reasoning |
| Antonyms-Synonyms | Antonyms-Synonyms |
Also Read: IPMAT Personal Interview
Number of questions asked from different topics
| Topics | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Reading Comprehensions (RCs) | 12 Questions (2-3 Passages) |
| Sentence Completion | Correct Word Usage | 17 Questions |
| Para Jumbles | 5 Questions |
| Idioms & Phrases | Grammar | 11 Questions |
| Total | 45 Questions |
Also Read: IPMAT Preparation Strategy
IPMAT Indore vs IPMAT Rohtak vs JIPMAT
The following table will give you a brief difference between IPMAT Indore, IPMAT Rohtak, and JIPMAT exams:-
| Basis | IPMAT Indore | IPMAT Rohtak | JIPMAT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sectional Cutoffs | Yes | No | No |
| Logical Reasoning | Only one set of 5 questions | 40 Questions | 33 Questions |
| Higher Mathematics (Class 11&12) | 12-13 Questions | Not present | Not present |
| Sectional Timing | Yes | Yes | No |
| Interview | Yes | Yes | No |
| Conducting Body | IIM Indore | IIM Rohtak | NTA |
IPMAT Indore Eligibility Criteria
The IPMAT Eligibility Criteria is the minimum criteria that an aspirant has to meet to be eligible for this Exam. The IPMAT Indore eligibility has been defined below:-
- Minimum Percentage:- The minimum percentage required in classes 10 and 12 to be eligible to take the IPMAT Indore exam is 60% for General/EWS/OBC category students and 55% for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
- IPMAT Indore Age Criteria:- The maximum age of a General/OBC/EWS student should not be more than 20 years of age. As per the IPMAT Indore age criteria, the Maximum age of a SC/ST/PwD candidate should not be more than 25 years of age.
Colleges Accepting IPMAT Indore Score
Apart from IIM Indore, there are various colleges that accept the score of the IPMAT Indore exam. The following are the colleges and their average packages.
| Colleges | Average Package |
|---|---|
| IIM Indore | 30.21 LPA |
| IIFT Kakinada | 29.10 LPA |
| IIM Ranchi | 17.30 LPA |
| Nirma University, Gujarat | 20-21 LPA |
| TAPMI, Karnataka | 18-20 LPA |
| NALSAR, Hyderabad | 10-11 LPA |
IPMAT Indore Selection Process
The IPM Indore Exam has two stages in its selection process; Stage-1- Aptitude Test and Stage-2- Personal Interview:-
IPMAT Indore Admission Stage 1 (Aptitude test): As a part of the IPMAT selection procedure, the candidates will have to undergo an aptitude test, which will test the Aptitude and Proficiency in English of the candidate. Candidates will have to score a minimum cutoff mark set for that year by the Institute to qualify for Stage 2, i.e. Personal Interview Round.
Stage 2 (Personal Interview): Those candidates who qualify for the aptitude test round will be eligible for a Personal Interview. The Interview judges students’ level of confidence, communication skills, general awareness, persuasion skills, and knowledge. This is administered by the admission committee.
IPMAT Indore Interview can be either online or in offline mode.
Learn more about the IPMAT Selection Process.
IPMAT Indore – Weightage of Interview and Aptitude Score in IIMs
The following is the composition of the Interview and Aptitude test in IIM Indore.
IIM Indore
| Components | Weightage (in %) |
|---|---|
| Aptitude Test Score | 65% |
| Personal Interview | 35% |
| Total | 100% |
Also Read: IPMAT Mock Analysis
IPMAT Indore Cutoff
IPMAT Cutoff is the minimum mark that you need to score in the aptitude test (IPMAT Indore) to clear Stage 1 or to be eligible for Stage 2 (Personal Interview). Cutoff of IPMAT Indore vary from year to year depending upon the difficulty of the paper. The past cutoffs are mentioned below:-
IPMAT Indore Cutoff 2023 (90 Questions)
| Category | QA(SA)/60 | QA(MCQ)/120 | VA/180 | Total/360 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 12 | 39 | 125 | 176 |
| OBC | 4 | 23 | 91 | 118 |
| EWS | 4 | 26 | 98 | 128 |
| SC | 4 | 15 | 69 | 88 |
| ST | 4 | 5 | 43 | 52 |
| PwD | 4 | 5 | 43 | 52 |
IPMAT Indore Cut Off 2022 (90 Questions)
| Category | QA(SA)/60 | QA(MCQ)/120 | VA/180 | Total/360 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 20 | 43 | 112 | 175 |
| NC- OBC | 8 | 21 | 70 | 99 |
| EWS | 8 | 29 | 86 | 123 |
| SC | 4 | 8 | 50 | 62 |
| ST | 4 | 14 | 34 | 52 |
| PwD | 4 | 8 | 34 | 46 |
Cutoff of IPMAT 2021 (100 Questions)
| Category | QA(SA)/80 | QA(MCQ)/160 | VA/160 | Total/400 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 16 | 21 | 70 | 107 |
| NC- OBC | 8 | 9 | 44 | 61 |
| EWS | 8 | 11 | 51 | 70 |
| SC | 4 | 4 | 31 | 39 |
| ST | 4 | 1 | 25 | 30 |
| PwD | 4 | 2 | 25 | 31 |
Also Read: IPMAT Personal Interview
IPMAT Indore Cut-Off 2020 (60 Questions)
| Category | QA(SA)/40 | QA(MCQ)/80 | VA/120 | Total/240 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 20 | 26 | 68 | 114 |
| NC- OBC | 12 | 13 | 43 | 68 |
| EWS | 12 | 13 | 43 | 68 |
| SC | 8 | 7 | 28 | 43 |
| ST | 4 | 4 | 20 | 28 |
| PwD | 4 | 1 | 15 | 20 |
IPMAT Cutoff Category-wise – 2019 (100 Questions)
| Category | QA(SA)/80 | QA(MCQ)/160 | VA/160 | Total/400 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 20 | 31 | 71 | 122 |
| NC- OBC | 8 | 18 | 40 | 66 |
| EWS | 8 | 18 | 40 | 66 |
| SC | 4 | 10 | 32 | 46 |
| ST | 4 | 6 | 14 | 24 |
| PwD | 4 | 6 | 14 | 24 |
IPMAT Indore Placements
Students pursuing IPM are provided employment opportunities vai IPMAT Indore placement drive orgranised every year. To know more visit IPMAT Placements.
| Colleges | Fees | Average Placement | Highest Placement |
|---|---|---|---|
| IIM Indore | 30-35 Lakhs | 30.21 LPA | 1.14 CPA |
| IIM Ranchi | 30-32 Lakhs | 17.30 LPA | 67 LPA |
| IIFT Kakinada | 30-35 Lakhs | 29.10 LPA | 85.4 LPA |
IPMAT Indore Fees
IPMAT Indore application fee is:-
Around Rs. 4130/-(Rupees four thousand one-hundred thirty only) inclusive of GST for General, EWS, and NC-OBC category students.
Around Rs. 2065/-(Rupees two thousand sixty-five only) inclusive of GST for SC, ST, and Pwd category students.
Check IPMAT Fee Structure.
IPMAT Indore 2025 Important Dates
The IPMAT Indore exam is usually conducted in the month of June. Approximately 75 days after the completion of Board exams of class 12. The results are out within a month and the interviews are conducted within 1-2 weeks after the result is declared. Tabulated below are the dates of IPMAT 2025.
IPMAT Indore 2025 Important Dates
| EVENTS | 2025 DATES |
|---|---|
| IPMAT 2025 Notification Release | February (tentative) |
| IPMAT 2025 Application Process Starts | March (tentative) |
| Last Date To Fill IPMAT 2025 Application Form | April (tentative) |
| Last Date To Submit the IPMAT Indore Application Fee | April (tentative) |
| IPMAT Indore 2025 Admit Card Release | May Beginning |
| IPMAT Indore 2025 Exam date | May 12, 2025 |
| IPMAT 2025 Result | June Beginning |
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