IPMAT Exam Pattern 2026 is divided into three sections: Quantitative Aptitude (30 MCQ questions), Quantitative Aptitude (15 Short Answer questions) and Verbal Ability (45 MCQs). The Quantitative Ability section in IPMAT Exam Pattern covers Number System, Algebra, Geometry, Arithmetic Problems, and Modern Maths. The Verbal Ability section in IPMsAT Exam Pattern covers Vocabulary, Grammar, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension. Read complete information on IPMAT exam pattern for sections, and download PDF. IPMAT 2026 exam date is May 4, 2026. IPMAT 2026 registration last date is March 14, 2026.
IPMAT exam pattern 2026 is a Computer Based Test. Following are the key details of IPMAT 2026 paper pattern:
IIM Indore IPMAT marking scheme 2026 is as follows.
- Quantitative Ability (Multiple Choice Questions - MCQs): Each correct answer awards 4 marks, while each incorrect answer results in a deduction of 1 mark.
- Quantitative Ability (Short Answer Questions - SAs): Each correct answer awards 4 marks, with no negative marking for incorrect answers.
- Verbal Ability (MCQs): Each correct answer awards 4 marks, and each incorrect answer leads to a deduction of 1 mark
IPMAT 2026 Syllabus is designed to covers following key topics:
Quantitative Ability (QA)
This section tests mathematical skills, ranging from basic arithmetic to advanced topics. Key areas include:
- Arithmetic: Percentages, Profit and Loss, Time and Work, Time and Distance, Averages, Mixtures and Allegations.
- Algebra: Simple and Quadratic Equations, Progressions.
- Geometry and Mensuration: Lines, Angles, Triangles, Circles, Areas, and Volumes.
- Number System: Integers, Fractions, Divisibility, Factors, and Multiples.
- Data Interpretation: Tables, Graphs, Charts.
- Modern Mathematics: Set Theory, Permutations and Combinations, Probability.
Verbal Ability (VA)
This section evaluates English language proficiency. Key topics include:
- Reading Comprehension: Understanding and interpreting passages.
- Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, Contextual Usage.
- Grammar: Sentence Correction, Error Spotting, Fill in the Blanks.
- Verbal Logic: Para Jumbles, Sentence Completion.
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In summary, IPMAT Exam Pattern has three sections: Quantitative Aptitude (MCQ questions), Quantitative Aptitude (Short Answer questions) and Verbal Ability (MCQs). The Quantitative Ability section in IPMAT Exam Pattern covers Number System, Algebra, Geometry, Arithmetic Problems, and Modern Maths. The Verbal Ability section in IPMAT Exam Pattern covers Vocabulary, Grammar, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension. Read complete information on IPMAT exam pattern for sections in the above article.