Is IBSAT worth applying for MBA?
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If you want to get into IBS colleges, the IBSAT exam is worth applying for. There are around ten ICFAI business schools in India. NIRF has ranked Hyderabad as one of the top 30 management colleges in India among these IBS. Therefore, if you are looking for a relatively easier exam than the CAT or want to study in IBS colleges, you can apply for this entrance test. The colleges have really good academic curricula and infrastructure for MBA courses. You can build a good alumni network with graduates from IBS and get a career boost with the assistance of faculty. The placement opportunities are also good, and you can expect the highest do...more -
IBSAT is basically entrance exam for IBS (Indian business schools) colleges. It has no negative marking with an easy and moderate level of questions. It is accepted only by the IBS branches. You can write IBSAT if you are willing to take admission in IBS. Hope this would help you.
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Ideally, students must practice with a minimum 10 IBSAT sample papers. Candidates can get the IBSAT question papers in preparation books or prepare while preparing for CAT Exam. IBS releases the IBSAT mock test online. Candidates can analyse their scores and win prizes.
IBSAT does not have negative marking. IBSAT question paper will include 140 questions. Candidates have advantage to solve maximum number of questions without the fear of negative amrking. Students must carefully mark their options.
Yes, IBSAT exam pattern is same as shown in sample papers. Students must note that IBSAT mock test and sample papers are designed according the prescribed exam pattern. With the help of IBSAT sample papers and mock test, students can prepare for exam well.
Candidates can check the table below to know the approximate good score for IBS admissions 2026 through IBSAT 2025 scores:
| IBS Campus | IBSAT Cut off 2025 |
|---|---|
| IBS Hyderabad | ~ 75-80 percentile |
| IBS Mumbai | ~ 72-78 percentile |
| IBS Bengaluru | ~ 68-75 percentile |
| IBS Gurgaon | ~ 65-70 percentile |
| IBS Dehradun | ~ 59-65 percentile |
| IBS Jaipur | ~ 55-60 percentile |
| IBS Ahmedabad | ~ 62-68 percentile |
| IBS Pune | ~ 65-70 percentile |
| IBS Kolkata | ~ 60-68 percentile |
For admission to ICFAI Business School, candidates must meet the overall cutoff criteria specified for CAT, XAT, GMAT and IBSAT. Based on the cutoff criteria, candidates will be shortlisted for the micro presentation and personal interview rounds. Candidates who are shortlisted through IBSAT scores will be notified on their registered email ID or SMS. Whereas, candidates applying through other national level entrance score, must meet the below criteria:
- CAT and XAT: 60 percentile and above
- GMAT: 500+
- NMAT by GMAC: 150+
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