I-MAT

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum aggregate percentage as specified by the institute (usually around 50%). Final year students can also apply.
• Age Limit: There is no specific age limit for IIM Indore's I-MAT exam.
• Nationality: Both Indian and foreign nationals are eligible to apply.

Exam Pattern

• Mode of Exam: Computer-based test (online).
• Number of Questions: Typically 100 multiple choice questions.
• Marking Scheme: +4 marks for each correct answer, -1 mark for each wrong answer, no marks for unattempted questions.
• Subjects Covered:
  • Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)
  • Logical Reasoning
  • Quantitative Ability
  • General Knowledge and Current Affairs
• Exam Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes).
• Exam Notification: Usually released in the month of December or January.
• Exam Date: The exam is generally held in January every year.

Syllabus

• Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC):
  • Reading comprehension passages
  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar and Usage
  • Sentence completion and correction
  • Para jumbles
• Logical Reasoning:
  • Seating arrangements and puzzles
  • Blood relations
  • Logical sequences and series
  • Data interpretation
  • Statement and conclusions
• Quantitative Ability:
  • Arithmetic (Percentages, Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion, Averages)
  • Algebra
  • Geometry and Mensuration
  • Number Systems
  • Data interpretation and sufficiency
• General Knowledge and Current Affairs:
  • Static GK: History, Geography, Economy, Polity
  • Current affairs of national and international importance
  • Business and economic news

Application Process

1. Visit the official website: https://www.iimidr.ac.in/i-mat
2. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and contact details.
4. Upload required documents such as photograph and signature.
5. Pay the application fee online using net banking/debit/credit card.
6. Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.

Courses Offered

• Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP)
• Integrated Programme in Management (IPM)
• Executive MBA and other management courses based on IIM Indore admissions

Facts About I-MAT

• I-MAT is a management aptitude test conducted solely by IIM Indore for admissions to its management programs.
• The exam is known for its well-balanced syllabus and level of difficulty.
• Many test-takers use I-MAT scores for admissions to other top B-schools as well.

Admit Card

• Admit cards are released online on the official website approximately 10-15 days before the exam date.
• To download, log in with registration credentials and print the admit card.
• Carry a printed copy of the admit card and a valid photo ID on exam day.
• Read all instructions on the admit card carefully before the exam.

Results & Cut-Offs

• Results are announced online on the official IIM Indore website.
• Check results by logging in with user credentials.
• Cut-offs vary each year but generally depend on category and program applied for.
• Shortlisted candidates are called for further selection rounds like Group Discussions and Personal Interviews.

Preparation Tips

• Create a study plan covering all subjects of the syllabus.
• Practice previous years' question papers and mock tests regularly.
• Focus on time management and accuracy during preparation.
• Recommended books:
  • "Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams" by R.S. Aggarwal
  • "Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension" by Arun Sharma
  • "Analytical Reasoning" by M.K. Pandey
• Use online resources and video lectures for concept clarity.

FAQs

• Q: Can final year students apply for I-MAT?
  A: Yes, final year degree students are eligible to apply.
• Q: Is there any age limit for I-MAT?
  A: No, there is no age limit.
• Q: How many times is the exam conducted in a year?
  A: Usually, I-MAT is conducted once a year.
• Q: What is the exam duration?
  A: The exam duration is 2 hours.
• Q: Is the exam conducted online or offline?
  A: The exam is computer-based (online).
• Q: Where can I download the admit card?
  A: Admit cards are available on the official IIM Indore website after login.
• Q: Are there negative marks for wrong answers?
  A: Yes, 1 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.