IFMR Chennai Reveals IPM 2025 Admission Policy

Overview: Explore IFMR Chennai's IPM 2025 admission policy: flexible program options, stringent selection criteria, detailed placement stats, and comprehensive fee structure at IFMR GSB, Krea University, preparing students for business leadership.

The Institute for Financial Management and Research (IFMR) Graduate School of Business, affiliated with Krea University and located in Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, has officially released its admission policy for the Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) for the year 2025.

The policy outlines the structure of the program, eligibility criteria, selection process, and detailed placement statistics, aiming to attract prospective students with its robust educational framework and promising career prospects.

IFMR IPM Program Structure and Flexibility

The IFMR GSB's IPM is a five-year integrated course designed to blend business acumen with liberal education ideals. Students enrolled in the program can opt to exit after three years with a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree, after four years with a BBA Honours, or after completing the full term with an Integrated Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree.

This structure is tailored to provide flexibility and cater to diverse career aspirations and academic interests.

IFMR IPM Admission Process & Details

The institute has set a rigorous selection process to maintain its high educational standards:

• Total Intake: 60 seats
• Entrance Tests Accepted: SAT, IPMAT (Indore), or Krea Aptitude Test
• Minimum Score Requirements:
  • SAT: 1300 overall, with at least 600 in Mathematics
  • IPMAT: Approx. 110 in each section (Verbal Ability and Quantitative Ability)
  • Krea Aptitude Test: Minimum 15 marks in sections including Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, and Numerical Reasoning

The final selection combines aptitude test scores and interview performances, assessing the candidate's alignment with the program's objectives.

Check Dates Here | IPMAT 2025 Exam Dates

IFMR IPM Placement Statistics

The placement statistics for the batch of 2022-2024 highlight IFMR GSB's commitment to high placement standards:

Placement Metric	Statistics
Average Placement	₹13.04 LPA
Median Placement	₹13.06 LPA
Highest Placement	₹21.74 LPA
Total Companies	70
New Recruiters	12

IFMR IPM Fee Structure and Scholarships

The tuition fee for the first three years of the BBA program is set at INR 5 lakhs per annum, escalating to INR 7.5 lakhs per annum for the MBA phase.

Additionally, estimated annual living expenses amount to INR 2.15 lakhs, subject to annual revisions based on inflation and service scope changes.

The total estimated expense for the five-year program is approximately INR 40.75 lakhs.

IFMR IPM Curriculum 

The BBA curriculum at IFMR GSB focuses on various key areas:

• Skills and Internships: Practical training through internships
• Context of Business: Understanding real-world business environments
• Business Analytics: Data-driven decision making
• Domain Knowhow: Specialized knowledge in chosen business domains
• Attitude and Values: Development of personal and ethical business values

IFMR IPM Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be eligible for admission:

• Date of Birth: On or after January 1, 2006
• Education: Must have studied in English medium, achieving at least 60% marks in Class X and XII, with a minimum of 60% in Mathematics in Class X
• Board Requirements: Eligible boards include IB, IGCSE, ICSE, CBSE, and State Boards, excluding NIOS

With its detailed and strategically structured IPM program, IFMR Chennai continues to be a beacon for aspiring business leaders, combining rigorous academics with practical business skills.

The newly announced admission policy for 2025 is set to prepare students not only for immediate business challenges but also for long-term career success.

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