ISB&M

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed a Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum aggregate score of 50% (45% for reserved categories).
• Age Limit: No specific age limit is set for appearing in the entrance exam.
• Nationality: Applicants must be Indian citizens or foreign nationals eligible for the respective courses.

Exam Pattern

• Mode of Exam: Online Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Number of Questions: Typically 100 questions
• Marking Scheme: +4 marks for each correct answer, -1 mark for each incorrect answer
• Subjects Covered:
  • Quantitative Aptitude
  • Logical Reasoning
  • English Language
  • General Knowledge and Current Affairs
• Exam Schedule: Usually conducted in the month of April every year.
• Notification Release: Official notification is released typically in February or March on the official website.

Syllabus

• Quantitative Aptitude: Number Systems, Simplification, Profit and Loss, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion, Average, Time and Work, Time Speed and Distance, Simple and Compound Interest, Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs).
• Logical Reasoning: Analogies, Blood Relations, Coding-Decoding, Series Completion, Direction Sense, Puzzles, Syllogisms, Statement and Conclusion.
• English Language: Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Correction, Synonyms and Antonyms, Reading Comprehension, Para Jumbles.
• General Knowledge and Current Affairs: Static GK (Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy), Current Affairs (Last 6 months), Banking and Finance Awareness.

Other Important Details

Application Process

1. Visit the official website: https://isbm.edu.in
2. Navigate to the 'Admissions' or 'Entrance Exam' section.
3. Fill in the online application form with personal and academic details.
4. Upload scanned copies of necessary documents (photograph, signature, mark sheets).
5. Pay the application fee online through available modes (Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking).
6. Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.

Courses Offered

• Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
• PGDM in Media Management
• PGDM in International Business
• PGDM in Marketing

About the Entrance Exam

The ISBM entrance exam serves as the gateway for admission to its various management programs. It evaluates candidates on quantitative ability, reasoning skills, English proficiency, and general awareness to select eligible candidates for the courses.

Admit Card

• Admit cards are released about 2 weeks before the exam date on the official website.
• Download the admit card using your registration credentials.
• Check all details on the hall ticket and carry a printed copy to the exam center along with a valid photo ID.

Results & Cut-Offs

• Results are declared on the official website within 3-4 weeks post-exam.
• Cut-off scores vary each year based on difficulty level and seat availability.
• Shortlisted candidates are called for further selection rounds such as Group Discussions or Personal Interviews.

Preparation Tips

• Create a study timetable covering all exam sections.
• Practice previous years' question papers and mock tests available online.
• Refer to standard preparation books such as R.S. Aggarwal for aptitude and Wren & Martin for English.
• Stay updated with current affairs through newspapers and online portals.

FAQs

• Q: Is there any negative marking in the exam?
  A: Yes, 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect answer.
• Q: Can I apply offline for the exam?
  A: No, the application process is completely online.
• Q: What is the validity of the entrance exam score?
  A: The score is valid only for the current admission cycle.
• Q: Are there any mock tests available?
  A: Yes, the official website provides sample papers and mock tests for practice.