IBSAT 2023 Exam - Notification, Registration, Last Date, Syllabus, Pattern

IBSAT 2023: ICFAI Business School, Hyderabad has released the IBSAT exam 2023 schedule on its official site. According to the schedule, the IBSAT 2023 registration process commenced on July 1. Interested and eligible candidates can fill out the IBSAT exam application form on the official website - ibsindia.org by December 16, 2023. The IBS Hyderabad will conduct the IBSAT exam 2023 on December 23 and 24, 2023 for admission into MBA/ PGPM courses in their 9 campuses.

The IBSAT exam date 2023 is announced yet by the conducting body. As per the eligibility criteria of IBSAT 2023, 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.

The result of IBSAT 2023 will be declared in the first week of January 2024. After the declaration of IBSAT exam 2023 results, selected candidates will have to appear for the IBSAT selection procedure, followed by the release of a list of students qualifying for admission in the 9 IBS campuses across India. 

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. Candidates can also apply for admission to ICFAI-affiliated colleges on the basis of CAT/ NMAT by GMAC/ GMAT. 

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 2023 - Overview

Given below is an overview of IBSAT 2023 that mentions the exam level, exam mode, number of questions, conducting body, and more. Check here.

IBSAT 2023 Cutoff (Expected)

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

• CAT & XAT – 60 percentile and above
• GMAT^TM – 500 +
• NMAT by GMAC^TM – 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
• GMAT^TM – Top 25 candidates with a minimum score of 550 and above
• NMAT by GMAC^TM – 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.

The ICFAI Business School will specify the IBSAT 2023 eligibility criteria for the aspirant to appear for IBS Aptitude Test 2023. Before filling out the application form, it is crucial that applicants check the eligibility criteria for IBSAT Exam 2023.

Highlights of IBSAT Exam 2023 eligibility criteria

• Minimum Marks Required - In order to fill out the application form for IBSAT 2023, 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 2023, 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 2023 entrance exam.

• Nationality - As per past year trends, only Indian citizens are allowed to fill out the application form for IBSAT exam 2023. Those who do not have Indian citizenship, will not be allowed to register for IBSAT 2023.

• Candidates can also apply through CAT , GMAT , and NMAT by GMAC score for direct admission

Mode of Application : Online and Offline

Mode of Payment : Net Banking | Credit Card | Debit Card | NEFT | Other

ICFAI Business School begins the IBSAT exam 2023 registrations in online mode on July 1. Candidates can fill out the IBSAT 2023 registration form by visiting the official website probably till December 16. 

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 2023, 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 2023 Application Form

• 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 prescribed 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 2023 exam.

Steps to fill out IBSAT 2023 application form

Candidates can refer to the following steps while filling out the application form for IBSAT 2023.

Step 1 - Visit the official website of ICFAI Business School i.e. www.ibsindia.org

Step 2 - Click register for IBSAT 2023 and enter all the details

Step 3 - Preview the IBSAT application form and re-check all the information

Step 4 - Pay the IBSAT exam fee 

Step 5 - After paying the application fee, “Submit” the application form and take a printout of it for future reference.

Application Fees

While preparing for the IBSAT exam 2023, 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 2023.

• 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 2023.

As per the IBSAT 2023 exam pattern prescribed by ICFAI Business School, the management aptitude test carries 140  multiple-choice questions (MCQs) divided into four sections.

IBSAT Exam Patt ern 2023

Marking scheme : Each correct answer will be awarded one mark. There is no negative marking for an incorrect response. Thus, the IBSAT 2023 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 2023

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 2023.

IBSAT 2023 Sample Paper

Those candidates who are planning to take IBSAT exam 2023, can do their exam preparation by including the IBSAT sample paper in their preparation strategy. By solving IBSAT 2023 sample paper, candidates would be able to know their exam structure as well as the level of the IBSAT entrance test.

ICFAI Business School has released IBSAT 2023 mock tests for candidates appearing in the test to help them get accustomed to each section of the online exam. The IBSAT national mock test is available from July 1 to August 31, 2023. IBSAT mock tests are meant to familiarise candidates with the exam pattern of IBSAT.

By taking the IBSAT 2023 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 2023 candidates will be able to manage their time. Candidates who qualify for the IBSAT mock test with a good score, IBS Hyderabad will give prizes up to Rs 10,000.

IBSAT Mock Test 2023- Highlights

• NMT with Prizes up to Rs.10000/-
• Online Test duration is 2 hours, online registrations opened now
• Free for all Management aspirants (Indian Nationals)
• FIRST PRIZE: Rs.10000/- Gift card for first rank
• OTHER PRIZE: Rs.2000/- Gift cards for (Ranks 2 to 100).

Eligibility Criteria of IBSAT 2023 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 2021 to 2023 or appearing final year student passing out in 2024.

Only registered candidates can download the IBSAT exam 2023 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 2023, candidates need to enter the application number and password sent to the registered email address.

Steps to download IBSAT 2023 admit card

Candidates can refer to the following steps while downloading IBSAT 2023 admit card.

• Visit the official website of IBSAT exam 2023.
• Candidates need to book a slot to appear for IBSAT 2023 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 2023 Admit Card

• Candidates’ full name and signature

• Candidates’ photograph

• Test date and venue

• IBSAT roll number

• Examination day instructions

Apart from the admit card of IBSAT 2023, 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 probably in the first week of January 2024. Registered candidates can check their IBSAT 2023 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. Post the IBSAT exam 2023 result, all the IBS Hyderabad will announce their cutoffs and prepare a list of shortlisted candidates for selection rounds. 

Know how to download the IBSAT 2023 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 2023 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 2023 result list.
• Step 4 - Download and take a printout of the IBSAT exam result for future reference

Post the announcement of the result, the nine IBS institutes will declare the IBSAT 2023 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 2023 will vary from institute to institute.

All the IBS campuses will release the minimum cutoff marks for IBSAT 2023 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 prescribed 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 2023 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 minimum cut–off scores for getting a GDPI call scheduled at IBS Hyderabad during 23 February - 4 March 2023 are given below

• CAT & XAT – 60 percentile and above
• GMAT^TM – 500 +
• NMAT by GMAC^TM – 150+

IBSAT 2023 Expected Cutoff

The IBSAT selection process will be scheduled for those candidates who get qualified in the IBSAT, NMAT, CAT, GMAT, or XAT scores. Authorities will conduct the selection process probably in the last week of February to the first week of March 2024 at IBS Hyderabad.

The selection procedure for IBSAT 2023 is a two-step process. In the first step, candidates had 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 would be called for IBS selection briefings from the second week of January 2024.

As part of the second step of the IBSAT selection procedure, IBS Hyderabad will conduct Group Discussions (GD) 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 2023 counselling

At the time of IBSAT 2023 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 2023 admit card

• IBSAT 2023 scorecard

Weightage for IBSAT Final Merit List

The final merit list or admission list of IBSAT 2023 will be tentatively declared in the last week of March 2024.

IBSAT 2023 Participating Institutes

The IBSAT 2023 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 2023 participating institutes