Question 1

What is the IPM AT and who conducts it?

Accepted Answer

IPM AT (Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test) is the entrance exam for the 5-year integrated BBA+MBA program at IIM Indore, IIM Rohtak, and IIM Ranchi. IIM Indore conducts IPM AT on behalf of the participating IIMs. Clearing IPM AT with a good score, followed by a Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI), leads to direct admission to these prestigious IIM programs.

Question 2

What is the age limit for IPM AT?

Accepted Answer

The maximum age for appearing in IPM AT is 20 years as of July 31 of the admission year (22 years for SC/ST/PwD). This means only Class 12 students and recent passouts are eligible. The 5-year integrated program is designed for students entering directly from school, combining undergraduate management education with an MBA degree.

Question 3

How is IPM AT different from CAT?

Accepted Answer

IPM AT targets Class 12 students for a 5-year integrated program, whereas CAT targets graduates for a 2-year MBA. IPM AT has Quantitative Ability, Verbal Ability, and Logical Reasoning sections and is generally considered moderately hard — harder than most State CETs but easier than CAT. IPM AT is a great pathway for students who want to enter IIMs without waiting to complete their graduation.

Question 4

What is the selection process after IPM AT?

Accepted Answer

After qualifying IPM AT, shortlisted candidates are called for a Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) conducted by the respective IIM. The final selection is based on composite scores of IPM AT, WAT, and PI. Academic records (Class 10 and 12 scores) are also given some weightage in the final merit list.

Question 5

What is the placement record of IIM Indore's IPM program?

Accepted Answer

IIM Indore's IPM program has an excellent placement record with average packages well above 25 LPA and top placements reaching 50+ LPA. IPM graduates are recruited by leading consulting firms, investment banks, FMCG majors, and tech companies. The IIM brand and 5-year integrated curriculum make IPM graduates extremely competitive in the job market.

Event	Date
Notification Release	February–March 2027
Application Opens	February–March 2027
Application Closes	17 March 2027
Admit Card Release	24 April 2027
Exam Date	May 2027
Result Declaration	26 June 2027

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹500
SC / ST / PWD	₹250
Women (some states)	₹250

IPM AT Notification 2027 — Official Exam Notice

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