IBSAT (ICFAI Business School Admission Test)

 IBSAT 2025

Notification | Exam Dates | Application Form | Eligibility | Exam Pattern | Syllabus | Admit Cards | Exam Results

IBSAT 2025 application submissions will start on 1st July 2025. The last date for the submission of online applications is 3rd week December 2025. IBSAT 2025 Exam will be conducted on 28th – 29th December 2025. Shortly after the exam, the results are expected to be declared online by the official IBS website, enabling candidates to check their scores and percentile rankings. These results serve as the basis for shortlisting candidates for further admission processes, including counselling rounds such as Micro Presentation and Personal Interview, held in early 2025.

The IBSAT 2025 exam is a national-level management aptitude test for admission into the 2-year full-time. The IBSAT exam offers MBA/PGPM programs at its 9 IBS campuses across India. The IBSAT 2025 exam will be an online test conducted by The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (The IFHE), Hyderabad — a Deemed University. With remote proctoring, candidates can take it from the comfort of their home. The test assesses a candidate’s skills in Quantitative Techniques, Data Interpretation, Data Adequacy, Vocabulary, Analytical Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension.

Candidates with valid scores in CAT, NMAT by GMAC™, XAT, or GMAT™ (from 2023 onwards) are exempted from taking IBSAT 2025. However, taking IBSAT 2025 will make them eligible for INR 2 lakh scholarship. In both circumstances the candidates have to fill in the IBSAT 2025 application form to proceed further.

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IBSAT 2025 – Key Highlights:

Basic Information on IBSAT 2025:

The IBSAT 2025 (ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test) is a national-level online management entrance exam conducted by the ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (deemed university). The IBSAT 2025 exam is scheduled for December 27 and 28, 2025, and candidates can register from July 1, 2025, until the third week of December 2025. The IBSAT 2025 will be of 2-hour computer-based test with 140 multiple-choice questions divided into four sections: Verbal Ability, Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude, and Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation. There is no negative marking, and the IBSAT 2025 exam is remotely proctored, allowing candidates to appear from home. The results will be declared online in the first week of January 2026 and will serve as the basis for shortlisting candidates for further admission stages including micro presentations and personal interviews at ICFAI Business Schools across India.

IBSAT 2025 Notification

IBSAT 2025 online application submissions will start on 1st July 2025. The last date for the submission of online applications is 3rd week December 2025. IBSAT Exam will be conducted on 28th – 29th December 2025.

IBSAT 2025 Important Dates

Following is the list of the IBSAT 2025 exam dates for candidates to be updated and start preparing accordingly.

IBSAT 2025 Exam Highlights:

IBSAT 2025 Application Form

The IBSAT 2025 application process provides candidates with convenient options to apply for admission to the MBA/PGPM programs at ICFAI Business Schools. IBSAT 2025 is a single application process for admission to the 2-year full-time MBA/PGPM 2025–28 programs across all nine IBS campuses: IBS Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Dehradun, Gurgaon, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Pune. Aspiring candidates must ensure they fulfil the eligibility criteria before applying. The IBSAT 2025 application form can be submitted either online through the official website or offline by purchasing and filling out a physical form.

Steps to Apply for IBSAT 2025 Online Mode:

• Visit the Official Website:Candidates need to go to the official IBS website https://admissions.ibsindia.org/ibsat/registration/index.aspx?utm_source=VIDV&utm_medium=Listing&utm_campaign=IBSAT%2025.
• Register:Click on the ‘Apply Now’ or ‘Apply to IBS’ button and complete the registration by providing basic details such as name, valid email ID, and mobile number.
• Fill the Form:Log in using the registered credentials and fill in all required personal, academic, and contact details accurately.
• Upload Documents:Upload a recent colored passport-size photograph and a scanned signature as per prescribed guidelines.
• Pay Application Fee: The application fee of INR 1800 must be paid online through credit/debit cards, net banking, or UPI.
• Submit and Download Confirmation: After submitting the form, candidates should download and save the confirmation page or acknowledgment slip for future reference.

Steps to Apply for IBSAT 2025 Offline Mode:

• Purchase Application Form:Candidates can buy the physical IBSAT 2025 application form and prospectus from designated IBS campuses, marketing branches, or authorized Axis Bank branches by paying INR 1800 in cash.
• Form Details:The purchased application form includes a Login ID and Voucher Number.
• Complete Online Submission:Candidates use the provided Login ID and Voucher Number to complete the online application form on the official IBS website, entering necessary details and uploading required documents.
• Keep Proof:Retain both the physical form and payment receipt until the completion of the admission process.

Address:

IBS Admission Office

Plot No.65, Nagarjuna Hills

Punjagutta, Hyderabad - 500082

Telangana

Ph 040-23440963 (5 lines)

Tolle Free: 1800 425 55 66 77

Email: ibsat@ibsindia.org

Website: www.ibsindia.org 

Fee Structure at various IBS Campus:

The following table shows the program fees at different IBS campus for the academic year 2025-2028.

Read: IBSAT 2025 Application Form

IBSAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria

The IBSAT 2025 eligibility criteria require candidates to have a bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks from a recognized university. Final year students can also apply, provided they complete their graduation requirements by May 31, 2025, and submit valid proof by November 1, 2025. There is no age limit for appearing in the exam, and candidates holding valid scores in CAT, XAT, GMAT, or NMAT from recent years may be exempted from taking the IBSAT exam.

Academic Requirements for IBSAT 2025 Eligibility:

• Candidates must have completed a bachelor’s degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks.
• The minimum formal education required is 15 years (10+2+3 or 10+2+4).
• If the medium of instruction during graduation was not English, candidates must submit valid TOEFL, NELT, or IELTS scores by May 31, 2025.

Know IBSAT 2025 Eligibility Criteria

IBSAT 2025 Exam Pattern

The IBSAT 2025 exam consists of an online national-level management aptitude test. The IBSAT 2025 exam pattern is designed to evaluate candidates across four main sections: Verbal Ability (50 questions), Reading Comprehension (30 questions), Quantitative Aptitude (30 questions), and Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation (30 questions), making a total of 140 multiple-choice questions.

The IBSAT 2025 exam duration is of 2 hours, with no sectional time limits, and is conducted remotely, allowing candidates to take the test from home. There is no negative marking, which encourages candidates to attempt all questions. This pattern focuses on testing candidates' analytical, quantitative, and verbal skills essential for management education.

The following table shows a quick representation on the IBSAT 2025 exam pattern. Candidates can follow this table for better understanding.

Follow: IBSAT 2025 Exam Pattern

IBSAT 2025 Admit Card

1. Candidates will be provided with admit cards at the time of slot booking of the IBSAT 2025 exam.
2. Admit card is mandatory hence without this document no candidate will be allowed to appear for the exam.
3. Candidates will be able to download their hall tickets/admit cards from the official website by providing their official login ID and password.

Download IBSAT 2025 Admit card

IBSAT 2025 Syllabus

The IBSAT 2025 syllabus will cover four main sections aimed at evaluating the core skills required for management studies. These sections include Verbal Ability, Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude, and Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation, comprising a total of 140 questions. The Verbal Ability section focuses on vocabulary, grammar, and sentence completion (50 questions), while Reading Comprehension involves understanding and analyzing passages (30 questions). Quantitative Aptitude tests numerical and mathematical skills across topics such as arithmetic, algebra, and geometry (30 questions). The Data Adequacy & Data Interpretation section assesses candidates’ ability to analyze and interpret data presented in various forms like graphs and tables (30 questions). There are no sectional time limits, and the IBSAT 2025 syllabus emphasizes fundamental analytical, quantitative, and verbal skills essential for management entrance exams.

IBSAT 2025 Admit Card:

The IBSAT 2025 admit card is a mandatory document issued to candidates who successfully complete the IBSAT 2025 application process. The IBSAT 2025 admit card will serve as the official hall ticket for the online, remotely proctored test and contains essential details such as the candidate’s name, roll number, exam date, time, and instructions for the examination day. Candidates must download their IBSAT 2025 admit cards from the official IBS website using their login credentials well before the exam date. It is required to be presented at the time of the exam for verification purposes, and failure to produce a valid admit card may result in denial of entry to the test.

Read: IBSAT 2025 Syllabus

Candidates who appear for IBSAT 2025 and secure high scores become eligible for scholarships offered by ICFAI Business Schools. These scholarships can be substantial, with some awards valued as high as INR 2 lakh. The scholarship eligibility is tied to the candidate’s performance not only in IBSAT but also in other accepted national level tests like CAT, XAT, GMAT, and NMAT.

Specifically, candidates with excellent IBSAT scores (or valid equivalent exam scores) may receive financial aid through these scholarships, helping reduce the overall program fee at various IBS campuses. Taking IBSAT 2025 thus provides an opportunity not only for admission but also for availing merit-based scholarships applicable for the two-year full-time MBA/PGPM programs.

Eligibility Categories:

• Top rankers in IBSAT 2025
• Wards of IBS alumni
• Physically challenged candidates
• Wards of defence personnel (serving/retired from Army, Navy, Air Force, Paramilitary Forces)

There will be 500 scholarships of INR 2 lakh each are planned for the Class of 2028. The amount will be adjusted—INR 1 lakh each—against the first and second term program fee instalments.

Candidates must appear and qualify in IBSAT 2025 (on December 27 or 28, 2025) as the admission formalities, including fee payment and registration, must be completed on time. Scholarship amount will be adjusted against the program fee only. If a student withdraws, the scholarship amount will be deducted before any applicable fee refund.

IBSAT 2025 Results:

The IBSAT 2025 results will be declared online shortly after the exam is conducted. Candidates can access their scorecards through the official IBS website by logging in with their credentials. The results will reflect the candidate's performance across four sections, and the score will be valid for admission to the MBA/PGPM programs at nine IBS campuses. The results serve as the basis for shortlisting candidates for further selection rounds like micro presentations and personal interviews.

Check: IBSAT 2025 Results

IBSAT 2025 Selection Process:

The IBSAT 2025 selection process involves multiple stages starting with the IBSAT exam or valid scores from other national-level tests like CAT, XAT, GMAT, or NMAT. Shortlisted candidates are then invited to participate in the counselling rounds, which include a Micro Presentation and Personal Interview to assess communication skills, analytical abilities, and overall personality. Final admission is granted based on a composite evaluation of the candidate’s academic record, IBSAT or equivalent exam scores, and performance in the selection rounds, ensuring a holistic assessment for admission into the MBA/PGPM programs at ICFAI Business Schools.

IBSAT 2025 Instructions:

1. Candidates should upload their photograph in the portal which is clearly visible.
2. Candidates need to carry the admit card/hall ticket to the exam centre. Candidates will be prohibited from entering the exam hall without this document.
3. Candidates will also be required to carry a valid ID proof such as – Voter ID Card/ Aadhaar Card/ PAN Card/ Driving License, etc.
4. It is advisable for all candidates to enter the designated exam hall before time for a smooth security process before the beginning of exam.
5. Any candidate violating the rules will be strictly dealt as per the norms of the exam centre.
6. Any candidate pursuing any unfair means in the exam hall will be dealt with as per the rules and regulations of the test centre.

FAQs:

Q1. When will the IBSAT 2025 exam be conducted?

Ans. The IBSAT 2025 exam is scheduled to be held on December 27 and 28, 2025. It is conducted online in a remote-proctored mode, allowing candidates to take the test from home.

Q2. How can candidates apply for IBSAT 2025?

Ans. Candidates can apply for IBSAT 2025 through online and offline modes. The online application process started on July 1, 2025, and the last date to submit the form is the third week of December 2025. Offline application forms can be purchased from designated IBS campuses or marketing branches.

Q3. What is the eligibility criteria for appearing in IBSAT 2025?

Ans. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university. Final year students can also apply if they complete their graduation by May 31, 2025. There is no age limit for applying.

Q4. When and how will IBSAT 2025 results be declared?

Ans. The results for IBSAT 2025 will be declared online in the first week of January 2026. Candidates can check their results by logging into the official IBS website using their application number and password.

Q5. What is the selection process after the IBSAT exam?

Ans. Candidates who clear the IBSAT cut-off or have valid scores from CAT, XAT, NMAT by GMAC, or GMAT are shortlisted for counselling rounds comprising a Micro Presentation and Personal Interview. Final admission is based on a composite evaluation of academic record, test scores, and performance in counselling.