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IBSAT Exam 2024: Registration Started, Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern, Admit Card, Result, Dates, Cut Off, Selection Process

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IBSAT Exam Date : 28 Dec' 2024 - 29 Dec' 2024
Updated on 29th October, 2024 by Himanshu Shekhar

About IBSAT 2024

IBSAT exam: IBSAT or IBS Aptitude Test is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education for admission into MBA/ PGPM programs. The officials have opened the IBSAT slot booking window. Registered candidates can book their test slot as soon as possible. The total number of slots available for the IBSAT exam is limited. IBSAT is a computer-based test conducted in two days, this year IBSAT exam is scheduled to be held on December 28 and 29, 2024. IBSAT exam score is accepted by its nine campuses, namely- IBS Hyderabad, IBS Bengaluru, IBS Mumbai, IBS Gurgaon, IBS Pune, IBS Ahmedabad, IBS Kolkata, IBS Dehradun, and IBS Jaipur. IBSAT is a two-hour Computer-based test (CBT) comprising multiple-choice questions. 

ICFAI Business School offers IBS MBA/PGPM admission to 9 IBS campuses based on IBSAT score. ICFAI Business School has started IBSAT exam registration 2024 on July 1. Candidates can complete the IBSAT 2024 application form by visiting the official website- ibsindia.org. The IBSAT exam registration last date will be the third week of December 2024. The IBSAT exam fee is around Rs. 1,800. The IBSAT exam date 2024 is December 28 and 29, 2024. IBS has activated the National Mock Test (NMT) on its official site. Candidates who going to appear for the IBSAT exam 2024, can take the IBSAT mock test from August 31 to December 7.

ICFAI Business School have updated the IBSAT selection process, instead of Group Discussion (GD) authorities will now conduct Micro Presentation and Personal Interview (PI). The IBSAT exam syllabus includes Quantitative techniques, Data interpretation and data adequacy, Reading comprehension and Verbal Ability. Besides the IBSAT scorecard, candidates can also apply for admission to ICFAI-affiliated colleges based on CAT/ NMAT by GMAC/ GMAT /XAT scores.

National level entrance exam score requirement for IBSAT exempted category:

  • CAT score of 60 percentile and above
  • NMAT by GMAC™ score of 150 and above
  • XAT score of 60 percentile and above
  • GMAT™ score of 500 and above

ICFAI Business School, Hyderabad will conduct IBSAT 2024 entrance test on December 28 and 29. The authorities will announce the IBSAT exam results in the first week of January 2025. After the declaration of IBSAT exam result, shortlisted candidates will have to appear for the IBSAT selection process rounds which consist of Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). It is expected that IBSAT GD-PI will be held probably in February 2025 at the Hyderabad campus. ICFAI Business School conducts IBSAT entrance test for admission into MBA/ PGPM courses in its 9 campuses.

As per the eligibility criteria of the IBSAT exam 2024, candidates must have completed their graduation in any discipline from a recognized institute/ university with at least 50% aggregate marks. The computer-based test of two hours duration had objective-type questions from areas like Verbal Ability, Quantitative Techniques, Data Interpretation and Data sufficiency, and Reasoning Ability.

Going by the past trends, the expected cut-off for admission in the top IBSAT score accepting B-School - ICFAI Hyderabad is likely to remain 85+ percentile.  

What is the IBSAT Exam?

IBSAT is one of the popular examinations for post-graduate management entrance. IBSAT is conducted for admission to post-graduate management courses offered at various campuses of IBS. IBSAT is conducted by ICFAI Business School every year. The exam assesses the applicant’s ability in quantitative techniques, data interpretation, data adequacy, vocabulary, analytical reasoning, and reading comprehension. 

IBSAT Exam 2024 - Overview

Given below is an overview of IBSAT 2024 that mentions the exam level, exam mode, number of questions, conducting body, and more. Check here.

ParticularsDetails

IBSAT Exam Full form

ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test

Commonly known as

IBSAT

Exam conducting body

ICFAI Business School 

Exam Level

National

Exam mode

Computer Based Test (CBT)

IBSAT exam feesRs. 1800

Total number of questions

200

Total IBS campuses

9 IBS Campuses

MBA course available at IBS campuses

IBS Dehradun, IBS Hyderabad, IBS Jaipur

PGPM course available at IBS campuses

IBS Kolkata, IBS Pune, IBS Bengaluru, IBS Ahmedabad, IBS Mumbai, IBS Gurgaon

IBSAT exam syllabus
  • Quantitative techniques
  • Data interpretation and data adequacy
  • Reading comprehension
  • Verbal Ability

Marking scheme

  • 1 mark for each correct answer
  • No negative marking

Helpline number

1800-425-55-66-77

IBSAT Exam Cutoff 2024 (Expected)

The minimum cutoff scores for getting a GD-PI call scheduled at IBS Hyderabad are given below

  • CAT & XAT – 60 percentile and above
  • GMATTM – 500 +
  • NMAT by GMACTM – 150+

The minimum cutoff score for Rs 2 lac  scholarship eligibility criteria is

  • CAT – Top 75 candidates with a minimum score of 90 percentile and above
  • XAT – Top 25 candidates with a minimum score of 80 percentile and above
  • GMATTM – Top 25 candidates with a minimum score of 550 and above
  • NMAT by GMACTM – Top 100 candidates with a minimum score of 225 and above

Official IBSAT contact details:

IBSAT official website- ibsindia.org
Helpline number- 040 – 23440963
Email: ibsat@ibsindia.org

Address:

IBS Admissions Office,
65, Nagarjuna Hills, Punjagutta
Hyderabad – 500082, Telangana.

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IBSAT 2024 Highlights

Full Exam Name
IBS Aptitude Test
Short Exam Name
IBSAT
Conducting Body
ICFAI Business School
Frequency Of Conduct
Once a year
Exam Level
National Level Exam
Languages
English
Mode Of Application
offline +1 more
Application Fee
Offline : 1800 +1 more
Mode Of Exam
online
Mode Of Counselling
offline
Participating Colleges
11
Exam Duration
2 Hours

IBSAT Important Dates

IBSAT IBS Aptitude Test (session 2024)

28 Dec' 2024 - 29 Dec' 2024 . Online
Exam Date
01 Jul' 2024 - 01 Jul' 2024 . Offline
Application Date
Start date
01 Jul' 2024 - 01 Jul' 2024 . Online
Application Date
Start date

ICFAI Business School has released the IBSAT 2024 mock tests dates for candidates appearing in the test to help them get accustomed to each section of the online exam. The IBSAT national mock test is being held on eight different dates- August 31, September 14, September 28, October 19, October 26, November 16, November 30, and December 7, 2024. Test slots are available from 11 AM - 1 PM or 2 PM - 4 PM. To meet proctoring requirements, participants must log in at least 20 minutes before their scheduled time.

By taking the IBSAT mock test, candidates will get familiar with the IBSAT exam question paper and they can also gauge their IBSAT exam preparation level. Apart from that, by taking the IBSAT exam candidates will be able to manage their time. Candidates who will secure the first rank in NMAT mock test will receive Rs 1,00,000/-.

IBSAT Mock Test 2024- Highlights

  • The Top scorer will win a grand prize of Rs 1,00,000/-.
  • Second and Third ranks earning Rs 50,000 and Rs 25,000 respectively.
  • Additionally, 97 other participants will each receive Rs 5,000.

Eligibility Criteria of IBSAT Mock Test

To be eligible to enter this promotion you must be a legal resident of India and have a valid email address and Internet access prior to the start of, and during, the promotion Graduation pass out of 2022 to 2024 or appearing final year student passing out in 2025.

The ICFAI Business School will specify the IBSAT exam eligibility criteria for the aspirant to appear for the IBS Aptitude Test 2024 in the official notification. Before filling out the application form, applicants must check the IBSAT exam eligibility criteria.

Highlights of IBSAT Exam Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum Marks Required - To fill out the application form for IBSAT exam, candidates will be required to complete their graduation with a minimum of 50% marks in total aggregate.
  • Educational Qualification - Candidates should have done their 15 years of education in the pattern of 10+2+3 or 10+2+4.
  • Required medium of education - Candidates must have done their Bachelor’s in English medium. If they are not from English medium, in such case candidates need to submit TOEFL/ IELT/ IELTS score
  • Those candidates who are pursuing their final year of graduation and willing to appear for the IBSAT exam, can fill out the IBSAT application form, but later on, such candidates will have to produce their graduation certificate.
  • Age limit - There is no age bar to apply for IBSAT entrance exam.
  • Nationality - As per past year trends, only Indian citizens are allowed to fill out the application form for IBSAT exam. Those who do not have Indian citizenship, will not be allowed to register for IBSAT.
  • Candidates can also apply through CAT, GMAT, and NMAT by GMAC score for direct admission.

ICFAI Business School begins the IBSAT exam registration on July 1, 2024. Candidates are required to visit the ICFAI Business School official website to fill out the IBSAT registration form. It is expected that IBSAT application form will be available till the third week of December 2024.

At the time of filling IBSAT registration form, candidates will have to enter their personal as well as past academic details. Also, candidates can purchase the IBSAT exam application form at any of the marketing offices by paying the requisite IBSAT exam fee in cash. 

While filling out the application form for IBSAT exam, candidates will have to pay the IBSAT exam fee of Rs 1,800, as well as candidates, need to upload all the requisite documents.

Guidelines to Fill IBSAT exam application form 2024

  • Candidates will have to enter their personal details (like name, DOB, contact information like mobile number, email address, residential address, etc.) and academic details like educational qualifications while filling out the IBSAT application form.
  • Recent passport-size coloured photographs in the specified format must be uploaded.
  • Specify the exam whose score will be used to apply for the programme (either through IBSAT or GMAT, CAT or NMAT by GMAC).
  • Check if all the information entered is accurate and click on ‘I Agree.’
  • View all the information entered and schedule the IBSAT exam 2024.

Steps to fill out IBSAT application form 2024

Candidates can refer to the following steps while filling out the application form for IBSAT.

Step 1 - Visit the official website of ICFAI Business School i.e. www.ibsindia.org
Step 2 - Click register for IBSAT and enter all the details without waiting till the IBSAT last date to apply 2024.
Step 3 - Preview the IBSAT application form and re-check all the information
Step 4 - Pay the IBSAT exam fees
Step 5 - After paying the application fee, “Submit” the application form and take a printout of it for future reference.

IBSAT Sample Papers with Answer Key

IBSAT model papers & practice set with answer key. Download IBSAT questions & answers in PDF format.

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Documents Required at Exam IBSAT 2024

IBS Aptitude Test 2024

  • IBSAT exam admit card
  • Valid photo ID proof (any one - Aadhar card/voter ID/ driving license/passport etc.)

IBSAT 2024 Exam Centers

StateCity
Assam
Dibrugarh
Guwahati
Bihar
Muzaffarpur
Patna
Jharkhand
Dhanbad
Jamshedpur
Ranchi
Meghalaya
Shillong
Odisha
Bhubaneswar
Cuttack
Rourkela
West Bengal
Durgapur
Kolkata
Siliguri
Gujarat
Ahmedabad
Rajkot
Baroda
Surat
Maharashtra
Mumbai
Thane
Nagpur
Nashik
Pune
Chandigarh
Chandigarh
Haryana
Ambala
Hisar
Rohtak
Karnal
Faridabad
Gurgaon
Himachal Pradesh
Mandi
Shimla
Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu
Delhi
Delhi
Uttar Pradesh
Ghaziabad
Greater Noida
Noida
Agra
Aligarh
Allahabad
Bareilly
Kanpur
Gorakhpur
Lucknow
Meerut
Moradabad
Varanasi
Punjab
Jalandhar
Ludhiana
Rajasthan
Ajmer
Alwar
Jaipur
Jodhpur
Kota
Udaipur
Uttarakhand
Dehradun
Haldwani
Haridwar
Andhra Pradesh
Vijayawada
Visakhapatnam
Rajahmundry
Tirupati
Karnataka
Bangalore
Belgaum
Mangalore
Mysore
Kerala
Kochi
Kozhikode
Thrissur
Thiruvananthapuram
Tamil Nadu
Chennai
Coimbatore
Madurai
Telangana
Hyderabad
Secunderabad
Warangal
Khammam
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ICFAI Business School, will release IBSAT exam pattern, going by past year trends, this management aptitude test carries 140  multiple-choice questions (MCQs) divided into four sections.

IBSAT exam pattern                                             

IBSAT exam syllabus Number of questions

Verbal ability

50

Data adequacy & data interpretation  

30

Reading comprehension

30        

Quantitative techniques

30

Marking scheme: Each correct answer will be awarded one mark. There is no negative marking for an incorrect response. Thus, the IBSAT exam will be marked out of a total of 140 marks.

ICFAI does not release any official IBSAT exam syllabus. However, based on previous years’ question papers, here are the most common topics from which questions will be raised in the exam:

IBSAT Syllabus 2024                                                                                                                                         

Section

 Topics        
Data Interpretation and Data AdequacyBar graphs, Column graphs, Data Interpretation, Critical Reasoning, Logical reasoning, Data sufficiency, etc.
Reading ComprehensionThree reading comprehension passages with 25 direct questions seeking factual answers. 

Analytical Reasoning

 Reasoning questions 

Quantitative Techniques

Algebra, Arithmetic progression, Coordinate geometry, Geometry, Percentage, Permutation and combination, Probability, Profit and loss, etc.
Vocabulary Vocabulary, Analogies, Comprehension of passage, Contextual usage, English usage, Incorrect words, Para jumble, Punctuation, etc. 


ICFAI also offered a free mock test for candidates who appeared in the exam to help them get accustomed to the exam pattern of IBSAT.

IBSAT Sample Paper 2024

Those candidates who are planning to take IBSAT exam 2024, can do their exam preparation by including the IBSAT sample paper in their preparation strategy. By solving IBSAT 2024 sample paper, candidates would be able to know their exam structure as well as the level of the IBSAT entrance test.

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IBSAT 2024 Syllabus

IBSAT 2024 IBS Aptitude Test 2024

While preparing for the IBSAT exam, candidates should allow at least three months for IBSAT exam preparation. Be thorough will all the topics from Verbal Ability, Reading Comprehension, Data Interpretation and Adeqquancy, and Quantitative Aptitude. Check out the useful preparation tips for the IBSAT exam 2024.

  • Work on your fundamentals and be updated.
  • Apart from IBSAT preparation books candidates should solve the past year's IBSAT sample paper and the previous year's question paper.
  • Take the IBSAT mock test regularly.
  • Join online and offline study groups while preparing for IBSAT exam.

Only registered candidates will be able to download the IBSAT admit card or hall ticket from the official website of IBS after they book their test slots. To book the test slot and download the admit card of IBSAT, candidates need to enter the application number and password which they will receive at their registered email address. 

Steps to download IBSAT exam admit card 2024

Candidates can refer to the following steps while downloading IBSAT exam admit card.

  • Visit the official website of IBSAT exam.
  • Candidates need to book a slot to appear for IBSAT exam
    • Select the IBSAT exam city and test centre along with the date and time
    • Choose either by "Date" or "Time" options for slot booking
    • Slots booked once cannot be changed later
  • Verify all the details and click on the "confirm" tab
  • Take a printout of the IBSAT exam admit card for future reference

Details mentioned on IBSAT admit card

  • Candidates’ full name and signature
  • Candidates’ photograph
  • IBSAT exam date and venue
  • IBSAT roll number
  • Examination day instructions

Apart from the admit card of IBSAT exam, candidates must carry along a valid photo ID proof such as an Aadhaar card, voter ID, driving license, etc. to the exam centre.

ICFAI Business School will announce the IBSAT exam result in online mode in the first week of January 2025. Registered candidates will be able to check their IBSAT exam results by entering their IBSAT application number and password.

ICFAI Business School will not send the hard copy of the IBSAT result to the candidate's residence. The authorities will dispatch detailed personal letters with the form, IBS placement brochure, IBS selection process and travel information to IBS Hyderabad to all the qualified students. Candidates can expect to receive it in the next two days. 

Post the declaration of IBSAT exam result, all the IBS campuses will announce their respective cutoffs and prepare a list of shortlisted candidates for selection rounds. Selected candidates will be called for GDPI rounds in February 2025 at IBS Hyderabad campus. 

Know how to download the IBSAT exam result

Candidates can refer to the following steps while checking the IBSAT exam result.

  • Step 1 - Visit the official website of ICFAI Business School and click on the “IBSAT result” tab
  • Step 2 - Now candidates will be redirected to the result page. On the landing page, students will have to enter their IBSAT application number and password
  • Step 3 - After entering the required details, click on the “View result” tab. A list of passed candidates will appear on the computer screen. Candidates can check their names on the available IBSAT result list.
  • Step 4 - Download and take a printout of the IBSAT exam result for future reference

Post the announcement of IBSAT result, the nine IBS institutes will declare the IBSAT cutoff lists. This list will have the names of qualifying candidates who have secured the minimum marks or percentile required to get shortlisted for the selection process. The cutoff for the IBSAT exam will vary from institute to institute.

All the IBS campuses will release the minimum cutoff marks for IBSAT 2024 after the declaration of results. In order to be eligible for the IBSAT selection procedure, candidates will have to secure minimum cutoff marks. Those who will meet the specified IBSAT cutoff criteria, such candidates will have to participate in further selection rounds. Authorities will consider certain factors while preparing IBSAT cutoff criteria.

Determining factors of IBSAT cutoff

  • Total number of participating institutes
  • Difficulty level of the exam
  • Previous year's IBSAT cutoff trends
  • Availability of seats
  • The reputation of the institute

The expected minimum cut–off scores for getting a GDPI call scheduled at IBS Hyderabad are given below.

  • CAT & XAT – 60 percentile and above
  • GMATTM – 500 +
  • NMAT by GMACTM – 150+

IBSAT Expected Cutoff

IBSAT CollegesExpected IBSAT Cutoff 2024
IBS Hyderabad72-78
IBS Mumbai70-75
IBS Gurgaon62-68
IBS Bengaluru65-72
IBS Dehradun56-62
IBS Jaipur54-60
IBS Ahmedabad58-63
IBS Kolkata55-62

Documents Required at IBSAT 2024 counselling

IBS Aptitude Test 2024

  • IBSAT 2024 score card
  • IBSAT 2024 admit card
  • Valid photo ID proof
  • Class 10 marksheet - original and photocopy
  • Class 12 marksheet - original and photocopy
  • Graduation/bachelor's degree - original and photocopy

The IBSAT selection process will be scheduled for those candidates who qualify in the IBSAT, NMAT, CAT, GMAT, or XAT scores. Authorities will conduct the selection process which will probably be held in February/March 2025 at IBS Hyderabad.

The selection procedure for IBSAT is a two-step process. In the first step, candidates will have to appear for the IBS Aptitude Test. After the declaration of the IBSAT exam result, the nine IBS institutes shortlisted candidates on the basis of their own cut-offs. Shortlisted candidates will be called for IBS selection briefings in the second week of January 2025.

As part of the second step of the IBSAT selection procedure, IBS Hyderabad will conduct Micro Presentation and Personal Interviews (PI) at its campus. Factors such as candidates’ academic performance and work experience will also be taken into consideration, besides the IBSAT score, while preparing the final merit list.

Required documents for IBSAT counselling

At the time of IBSAT counselling, candidates will be required to produce the following documents.

  • Photocopy of class 10th and 12th mark sheets
  • Qualifying degree mark sheet copies
  • For personal data with self-affixed photograph
  • IBSAT 2024 admit card
  • IBSAT 2024 scorecard

Weightage for IBSAT Final Merit List

Selection Criteria

The weightage (in %)

Past academic records of Students

Class 10

12 

40

Class 12

12 

Graduation

16
Micro Presentation30 

Personal Interview (PI)

30

Total Score

100

The final merit list or admission list of IBSAT will be tentatively declared in the last week of March 2025.

IBSAT Participating Institutes

The IBSAT scorecard will be accepted by the nine participating institutes. The selection process for IBSAT may vary for participating institutes. Check the list of IBSAT participating institutes.

List of IBSAT participating institutes

General Information

Contacts

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. When is the IBSAT exam registration last date?

The last date to apply for IBSAT 2024 is the third week of December 2024.

2. What is the use of the IBSAT exam?

MBA admission to the 9 IBS institutes in India is conducted through the IBSAT exam every year. Candidates who qualified in the IBSAT exam with a good score of 80-85 will be shortlisted for the next rounds of the selection process.

3. In case of any queries whom do I contact at IBS?

IBS Admission Office
#65, Nagarjuna Hills,
Punjagutta,
Hyderabad – 500 082.
Telangana State
Ph No: 040-23440963 / 62 / 61 / 60
Toll Free No: 1800 425 55 66 77;
Email id:   ibsat@ibsindia.org 

4. Are placements guaranteed to IBS students?

IBS believes that the entire placement exercise is a collaborative effort between IBS and the students.  While it provides guidance and support through an extensive network with potential employers, the students have the responsibility of putting in the maximum possible effort to obtain suitable placements.  

IBS has an impeccable track record of achieving good placements year on year. The best companies visit the campus every year. 

5. Is there any financial assistance for IBS Programs?

The candidates selected for IBS Programs avail of educational loans from Public / Private Sector Banks. IBS has entered into an MOU with HDFC Credila Financial Services Ltd.

6. Is IBS offers any scholarship?

IBS offers IBSAT-2024 scholarships to the top performers in the IBSAT test which will probably be held in the second last week of December. Candidates applying for admission to MBA/PGPM program and appearing for the IBSAT test are only eligible to be considered for a scholarship.  IBS offers scholarships for top performers in the following categories:-

  • IBSAT 2024
  • Wards of Defense Personnel (Serving / Retired) from Army, Airforce, Navy, and Paramilitary forces. 
  • Wards of IBS Alumni
  • Physically challenged candidates
7. What is the fee structure of IBS programs?Which colleges accept the score of IBSAT?

Check out the fee structure of IBS programs. 

CampusDegreeFee (2 Years)
IBS HyderabadMBARs 17,01,000/-
IBS BangaloreMBA
Rs 13,05,000/-
IBS DehradunMBA
Rs 7,02,000/-
IBS JaipurMBA
Rs 8,01,000/-
IBS Ahmedabad, Gurgaon, Kolkata, Mumbai, PunePGPMRs 9,09,000/-
8. My CAT / GMATâ„¢ / NMAT by GMACâ„¢ / XAT test results will be announced only in January 2025. Can I still apply for IBSAT 2024? When will the IBSAT 2024 results be declared?

Yes, you have to apply before the IBSAT 2024 application last date. However, you have provision to update your scores online within stipulated date. On updating of scores, a selection process call letter will be issued in the month of January 2025. The IBSAT result will be declared probably in the first week of January 2025.

9. Is there any IBSAT Mock Tests? What is the last date for applying for IBSAT 2024?

Yes. Mock Tests are provided for the candidates to familiarize with IBSAT test. These mock tests are now available on www.ibsindia.org. First IBSAT mock test was held on August 31 and the last one will be held on December 7, 2024.

10. Is IBSAT 2024 test a common entrance for all programs of IBS? What is the pattern of IBSAT test or is it similar to the CAT or the GMAT?

Yes. IBSAT is conducted every year for admission to all programs of IBS.  It is a 2hr Computer Based Test.  IBSAT 2024 test will be held in online mode tentatively in the second last week of December.

The candidates who wish to pursue MBA/PGPM program can apply with scores from 2022 onwards of GMAT™/CAT/ NMAT by GMAC™/XAT. The following candidates are exempted from writing the IBSAT 2024 test

  • GMAT™ with a score of 500 and above
  • CAT with a score of 60 percentile and above
  • NMAT by GMAC™ with 150 scores and above 
  • XAT with 60 percentile and above 

IBS Offers IBSAT-2024 Test scholarships for top performers.  Hence candidates applying with scores of GMAT, CAT, NMAT, and XAT are advised to appear for IBSAT 2024 test to be considered for Scholarships.

IBSAT is an aptitude test. The duration of the exam is two hours. The paper is divided into four sections Verbal Ability, Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Ability and Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation.

IBSAT paper has 140 questions in total which are multiple choice questions with NO negative marking

  • Verbal Ability: 50
  • Reading Comprehension: 30
  • Quantitative Aptitude: 30
  • Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation: 30
11. How to apply for programs of IBS? What is the cost of the Application?

IBSAT 2024 Application is available Online and Offline for MBA/PGPM/Ph.D programs of IBS.  Candidates are required to apply using the links as follows:

Online

  • Online application is available at www.admissions.ibsindia.org
  • After a successful transaction, candidates will receive a mail / SMS with details of the application number and password.

Offline

  • Offline Application is available at our 60+ IBS FTP Branches across India, to find the nearest branch at your location visit @ http://www.ibsindia.org/contact_us/

The cost of IBSAT 2024 application form will be Rs 1800/-

12. Is hostel accommodation available for the students at IBS campuses?

Hostel facility is available at IBS Hyderabad and IBS Jaipur only.   

The MBA program at IBS Hyderabad is a fully residential program.  The students will be allotted   non-A/c Single rooms with a common washroom facility. The accommodation and mess expenses have to be borne by the student.

At IBS Jaipur

A hostel facility is available at the IBS Jaipur campus.   The accommodation & mess charges have to be borne by the student.  

A hostel facility is not available at other IBS campuses. However, the campus administration will assist the students in getting a suitable off campus accommodation nearby the respective campus. The living expenses in these cities vary from Rs 10,000 – Rs 15,000 per month.

13. When is the selection process conducted at IBS? What does the selection process comprises of?

MBA Program: 

  • Candidates qualified based on IBSAT 2024/ CAT/GMAT™/NMAT by GMAC™ / XAT are called for the Selection process at the IBS Hyderabad campus.

Ph.D. Program: 

  • Candidates qualified based on IBSAT 2024/ CAT/GMAT™ are called for the Selection process at IBS Hyderabad campus scheduled in the month of March 2025.

The IBS Selection process comprises Micro Presentation and Personal Interview (PI).

14. Is there any Mock Test for IBSAT?

Yes, the mock tests will be provided for the candidates prior IBSAT exam, so that candidates can get familiarized with the IBSAT test. The national-level IBSAT mock tests will be conducted on eight different dates- August 31, September 14, September 28, October 19, October 26, November 16, November 30, and December 7, 2024.

15. What are Selection Briefings at IBS?

The selection briefings are a series of focused seminars to provide the applicants an insight into the IBS Selection Process.  During the briefings, faculty from IBS will answer applicants’ questions and advise them on preparing for the Selection Process.  Applicants will be allotted the date and time of the session. 

16. Does AICTE/UGC recognize IBS programs?
  • IBS Hyderabad is a constituent of IFHE (ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education), a Deemed–to–be-University under Section 3 of UGC Act, 1956, and IBS Bangalore (off-campus of IFHE Hyderabad).
  • IBS Dehradun & IBS Jaipur campuses are recognized by UGC & their respective State Legislatures.
  • IBS Ahmedabad, IBS Gurgaon, IBS Kolkata, IBS Mumbai, and IBS Pune are independent professional institutes offering PGPM. They are neither affiliated to nor are off-campus centers of any university.

E-books and Sample Papers

Colleges Accepting IBSAT

Questions related to IBSAT

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Hello student

Here are some preferred books for IBSAT exam preparation:


*Quantitative Aptitude:*


1. "Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations" by R.S. Aggarwal

2. "Quantum CAT" by Sarvesh K. Verma


*Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning:*


1. "Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning" by Arun Sharma

2. "Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation" by K. K. Kundu


*Verbal Ability:*


1. "Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension" by Ajay Singh

2. "Verbal Ability" by R.S. Aggarwal


*General Knowledge and Current Affairs:*


1. "General Knowledge" by Manohar Pandey

2. "Current Affairs" by Arihant Publications


*IBSAT Specific Books:*


1. "IBSAT Guide" by Bulls Eye

2. "IBSAT Prep Guide" by Career Launcher


*Online Resources:*


1. IBSAT official website ((link unavailable))

2. Online mock tests and practice papers


Remember to practice regularly, take mock tests, and focus on your weaknesses to improve your performance. Good luck with your IBSAT preparation!

Hi,

IBS Aptitude Test is a test to find out your aptitude in the area of IBS. It helps you understand how well you handle stress and anxiety, how much you can cope with pain and discomfort, what are your strengths and weaknesses. The test is designed for people who have been diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

How does it work?

The test consists of two parts: an online questionnaire followed by a paper-based assessment. You will be asked to answer questions about yourself that may reveal information about your symptoms, lifestyle habits or personality traits which could affect the way you feel.

Thank you!

Hello,

IBSAT 2021 is scheduled on December 25, 2021 and December 26, 2021. The examination will be conducted in online mode. You do not have to book the slot to attend IBSAT 2021 examination. The examination center, date and time will be allotted to you and it will be given on the admit card. You need to attend the examination as per the details given on the admit card. The admit card will be soon released on the official website. You can download the admit card on the official website: ibsindia.org (https://general.ibsindia.org/mba-pgpm/index.asp?utm_source=google&utm_medium=IBSAT-Sitelink&utm_campaign=IBSAT2021Search&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=CPC&gclid=CjwKCAiAh_GNBhAHEiwAjOh3ZLO-1PvdD8J0Niclcqx4SSJRs4WvB-cB6seYvqriDJT6YlI8ntRIwxoCWQEQAvD_BwE#about)

IBSAT is a home proctored exam and it will held in the last week of December. You should check your admit card and email that whether you have received login credentials or not. In order to give this exam you must have username and password. At the test day they will be sending you the test link and you will have to login with your username and password. If you do not have login credentials then contact their team as soon as possible but only after checking your mail and admit card properly. They will thoroughly guide you everything.

Hello  Aspirant.

Hope you are doing well.

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GOOD LUCK, STAY MOTIVATED AND HOPE THIS HELPS.

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