IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2025 - Check Qualification, Age limit

Overview: Before applying for any Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) programme, you must ensure you fully understand the IPMAT eligibility 2025. You must carefully review the requirements for each programme if you are considering joining.

All the IIMs set IPMAT eligibility criteria to ensure that only the most qualified and capable applicants are accepted into the IIMs to pursue Integrated Management Program (IPM). 

IPMAT requirements help ensure that the program's resources are allocated efficiently and that the accepted students can succeed in the program. 

By setting IPMAT exam eligibility criteria, IIM can also ensure its IPM program is of the highest quality. So, let's check the IPMAT eligibility 2025 criteria.

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IIM Indore IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

If you want to apply for the IPM Indore program, satisfy the following IPMAT exam eligibility requirements.

Age Limit for IPMAT Indore:

• General Category: Must be born on or after August 1, 2005. 
• SC/ST/PwD Category: Must be born on or after August 1, 2000.

Qualifying Exam: Must have passed Standard XII/HSC or equivalent examination in 2023, 2024 or appearing in 2025.

Standard X/SSC or Equivalent: Must have passed Standard X/SSC.

There is no minimum percentage criteria in both grades X and XII.

Important Note

• Final-year students (graduating by July 31st, 2025) can apply provisionally. Final mark sheets provided by the school are required for registration.
• All applicants must submit mark sheets/grade sheets (including international schools). 
• Applicants from international schools (IGCSE, IB) must provide "The IB Indian Percentage mark sheets". You need to convert your marks into percentages if they are in another grade system, i.e., a CGPA out of 10. 
• IIM Indore has final authority on eligibility (equivalence, marks, exams).

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IIM Rohtak IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

The IPMAT Rohtak 2025 eligibility criteria are as follows:

Age criteria for IPMAT Rohatk

Maximum 20 years of age as on June 30, 2025.

Educational Qualification and Minimum Percentage (%) of Marks

• For General, NC-OBC and EWS Category Students: You must score a minimum of 60% marks in standard X/ SSC and standard XII/ HSC or equivalent examinations.
• For SC, ST and PWD (DAP) Category Students: You must score at least 55% in standard X/ SSC and standard XII/ HSC or equivalent examinations.

IIM Ranchi IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

There is a new update, where the exam conducting committee has clearly stated that SAT scores will no longer be accepted for admission in the IPM program for the batch of 2025-30 & onwards.

Therefore, as per the new update, the institute accepts only IPMAT Indore scores for admission into the IPM Ranchi program. Here are the IPMAT eligibility criteria, Indore.

Minimum education: Pass 10th standard and 12th standard (or equivalent qualification).

Marks requirement:

• General category: 60% or more marks
• SC/ST/PwD category: 55% or more marks

Calculating marks:

• Follow the Board's regulations for calculating aggregate marks (if applicable).
• If board regulations aren't available, consider all subjects on the grade sheet to calculate the final percentage.

IPMAT Ranchi marks calculation for final admissions:

Component	Weightage
Admission Test Score	50%
Personal Interview (PI) Score	30%
Academic Profile	20%
Gender Diversity (Bonus Points)	5%
Total	100%

Academic profile score is further detailed in the table below based on the performance in Secondary (SSC) and Higher Secondary (HSC) education:

Marks Bracket	SSC Points	HSC Points
≥ 90%	13	7
≥ 85% & < 90%	11	6
≥ 80% & < 85%	9	5
≥ 75% & < 80%	7	4
≥ 70% & < 75%	5	3
≥ 65% & < 70%	3	2
≥ 60% & < 65%	1	1

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Kakinada (IIFT) IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 

Educational Qualification:

• 10+2/XII/HSC Examination: Candidates must have completed their examination in the arts, commerce, or science stream, or an equivalent qualification, with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD/Transgender candidates) in 2023, 2024, or are appearing in 2025.
• Class 10 Examination: Applicants should have passed this examination with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD/Transgender candidates) in or after 2021.
• Students expected to complete their XII/HSC or equivalent examination by July 31, 2025, are also eligible to apply, provided they meet the above criteria for getting at admission.

Mathematics Requirement:

• It is mandatory for candidates to have studied Mathematics/Business Mathematics/Applied Mathematics at the +2 level.

Age Criteria:

• General Category: Candidates must have been born on or after August 1, 2005.
• SC/ST/PwD Category: There is a relaxation of 5 years, allowing those born on or after August 1, 2000, to apply.

Institute of Management, Nirma University IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

Gujarat State Category (Applicable Only for Integrated BBA-MBA Programme):

• Eligibility: Candidates must have passed the qualifying examination from schools located in Gujarat.
• Academic Requirement: A minimum of 90% aggregate marks is required.
• Exemption: These candidates are exempted from the IPMAT Indore exam.
• Students from Gujarat state can also apply for the India category via IPMAT.

All India Category:

• Eligibility: Candidates who have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / (10+2) or any other equivalent examination from schools located in any part of India, including Gujarat.
• Academic Requirement: A minimum of 60% aggregate marks is required.
• All India Category applicants are required to appear for the Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test (IPMAT) conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management, Indore.

NRI/NRI Sponsored Category:

• Eligibility: Candidates who have passed the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) Examination (10+2) or any other equivalent examination recognized by Nirma University.
• Academic Requirement: A minimum of 60% aggregate marks is required.

Candidates must ensure they meet these IPMAT eligibility requirements along with minimum cut off to be considered for admission into the IPM program at Nirma University [Institute of Management, Nirma University].

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Department of Management Studies (DoMS), NALSAR University of Law IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2025 

General Eligibility for IPMAT:

Applicants must have completed their Class 12th exams from a recognized board with a minimum of:

1. 60% aggregate marks (for General category)
2. 50% aggregate marks (for SC/ST category)

OR

Equivalent CGPA in Class 12th

Valid Scorecard in Exam such as:

1. NALSAR Management Entrance Test (NMET-UG)
2. Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test (IPM AT)

Note: Students appearing for their Class 12th exams can also apply.

Resident Student of Telangana Category:

In addition to the general IPMAT eligibility criteria, applicants seeking admission under the Resident Student of Telangana category must fulfil the following conditions:

• AND secure an appropriate rank in the NMET(UG)/IPMAT(IIM, Indore) merit list.

Residency Requirements:

• EITHER studied in Telangana for four consecutive years and appeared for the qualifying exam in the same state.
• OR resided in Telangana for at least four years in the previous seven years and completed the qualifying Class 12th exam from educational institutions within Telangana.

T A Pai Management Institute (TAPMI) IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

Qualifying Examination: 

• Pass in 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised Board.
• Minimum marks required: 60% aggregate marks (if passed in 2023, 2024 or appearing in 2025) - Students appearing must meet the minimum criteria upon result declaration.
• Minimum 60% aggregate marks in Std. 10th (Secondary School Examination)
• English as a compulsory HSC (Higher Secondary Certificate) / (10+2) Examination subject.

Entrance Exam:

• IPMAT (Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test) conducted by IIM Indore
• JIPMAT (Joint Integrated Program in Management Admission Test) conducted by National Testing Agency
• JEE mains (Joint Entrance Examination) conducted by the National Testing Agency
• SAT examination (administered on behalf of the College Board by the Educational Testing Service)
• Common Law Admission Test (CLAT)
• Manipal Entrance Test (MET) conducted by MAHE 

JIPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

The IPM program at IIM Jammu is offered based on JIPMAT scores. To clear the JIPMAT exam, satisfy the following eligibility criteria. 

IIM Jammu IPM

Candidates must have successfully completed Standard XII/ HSC or equivalent examination in the years 2023, 2024, or are expected to complete in 2025 are eligible for IIM Jammu IPM. 

• Minimum Percentage: Applicants must have scored at least 60% in Standard X/ SSC and Standard XII/ HSC or equivalent examinations. For candidates from SC, ST, and PwD categories, the minimum required percentage is 55%.
• Eligibility for International Applicants: Candidates who are pursuing their XII standard from international schools affiliated with foreign boards like IGCSE (International General Certificate for Secondary Education) and IB (International Baccalaureate) are also eligible to apply.

Note: JIPMAT eligibility criteria is subject to change. Candidates are encouraged to regularly check the IIM Jammu website for any updates or modifications to the admission requirements.

IIM Bodh Gaya IPM

Candidates must have passed the 10+2/ XII/ HSC examination in arts, commerce, or science streams or equivalent with a minimum of 60% (55% for candidates from SC, ST, PwD, and Transgender categories) in 2024, or are expected to complete in 2025.

• Minimum Percentage: Applicants must also have achieved at least 60% in the Class X examination (55% for candidates from SC, ST, PwD, and Transgender categories).
• Percentage Calculation: The percentage of marks obtained in Class X and XII will be calculated according to the Board’s regulations. If no specific regulations exist, the aggregate marks of all subjects appearing in the grade sheet will be considered for calculating the final percentage.
• Provisional Admission: Candidates currently in their final year of Standard XII can apply provisionally. However, their admission remains provisional until the final Class XII results are confirmed. Candidates failing to meet the requisite scores will be removed from the admission process.

Note: JIPMAT eligibility criteria are subject to change. Prospective candidates should continuously monitor the IIM Bodh Gaya website for any updates or changes to the admission requirements.

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IPMAT and JIPMAT 2025 Reservation Policy

All the IIM offer a certain percentage of reservations in accordance with the government of India. To avail of a reservation, you must submit valid documents signed by the competent authority to ascertain the eligibility status to apply under the reserved category (NC-OBC/SC/ST/EWSs/ PwD).

Understanding IPMAT and JIPMAT eligibility requirements is important to ensure you are eligible to apply. If you do not check the IPMAT eligibility requirements and blindly fill out the form, there can be chances wherein your candidature will be cancelled. 

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Key Takeaways:

• General Requirements: All IIMs require passing Standard XII/HSC or equivalent exams for eligibility. Specific age and percentage criteria vary, with relaxations for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
• IIM Indore: IPMAT eligibility for IIM Indore requires no minimum percentage in Class X and XII; IPMAT age limits vary by category (born on/after Aug 1, 2005 for general, and Aug 1, 2000 for SC/ST/PwD).
• IIM Rohtak: IPMAT eligibility for IIM Rohtak limits maximum age of 20 by June 30, 2025; minimum 60% in Class X and XII for general, and 55% for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
• IIM Ranchi: From 2025-30 onwards, only IPMAT Indore scores are accepted; minimum 60% in Class X and XII for general, and 55% for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
• Other Institutions: IIFT, Nirma University, and TAPMI have additional specific requirements, such as mandatory Mathematics for IIFT and acceptance of various entrance exams by TAPMI; age and percentage relaxations apply for SC/ST/PwD/Transgender candidates.

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