IPMAT 2026 scheduled on May 4, 2026
IPMAT 2026 is scheduled for May 4, 2026 . The Indian Institute of Management Indore will conduct the paper in computer-based test (CBT) mode across multiple exam centres in India.
The exam will run for two hours (120 minutes) in a single afternoon shift from 2 PM to 4 PM . There are three sections , each with a 40-minute sectional time limit.
IPMAT 2026: Exam schedule and key dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| IPMAT 2026 exam date | May 4, 2026 |
| Article updated | Apr 13, 2026 |
| Admit card news published | Apr 10, 2026 |
| Form correction window opened | Mar 23, 2026 |
| Registration closed (reported) | Mar 17, 2026 |
IPMAT 2026: Question paper structure and duration
The paper has three parts: Verbal Ability (MCQs), Quantitative Ability (MCQs) and Quantitative Ability (short-answer). Total questions are expected to be between 90 and 100 , and total marks between 360 and 400 .
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer-based test (CBT) |
| Duration | 120 minutes (2 hours) |
| Sections | Verbal Ability (MCQs), Quantitative MCQs, Quantitative short answers |
| Sectional time limit | 40 minutes per section |
| Total questions | 90–100 (approx.) |
| Total marks | 360–400 (approx.) |
The Verbal Ability section carries the highest number of questions. The Quantitative short-answer section is flagged as a clear scoring opportunity since it carries no negative marking.
IPMAT 2026: Marking scheme and negatives
Marking follows a straightforward pattern: +4 for each correct answer and -1 for every incorrect MCQ. There is no negative marking for the Quantitative short-answer section. Unattempted questions receive 0 marks .
You must appear at your designated CBT centre on the exam day. The article does not provide application fee details, eligibility criteria, or the full list of exam centres.