IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

If you are planning to appear in the upcoming Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test (IPMAT 2026), then you must start your full-pledged preparation now. But, before that, you need to fulfil the IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026 prescribed by the respective IIM at the time of filling out the application form. 

Understanding the most recent IPMAT Eligibility requirements is critical for aspirant students. Even if you have a solid core score, you may be disqualified in the counselling rounds if you do not meet the minimum requirements. In this blog, we go over the IPM Entrance Exam Eligibility Criteria 2026 (IPMAT Indore and IPMAT Rohtak) in detail.

IPMAT Eligibility Criteria 2026

Both the IPMAT Indore and IPMAT Rohtak will release the latest IPMAT Eligibility Criteria along with the publication of the application form in February 2026. The eligibility requirements specify the basic qualifications that candidates must meet. It comprises factors such as age, educational background, and certain marks, among others. 

IPMAT eligibility requirements for 2026 vary from IIM to IIM as different exams are conducted.  IIM Indore IPMAT eligibility standards do not require a minimum percentage of marks in class 12. IPMAT Rohtak requires a minimum of 60% in both standard X/SSC and standard XII/HSC Exams. Thus, students must pay close attention when examining the IPMAT eligibility criteria while filling out the application form. Unless your application is rejected in the future.

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IPMAT Indore Eligibility

To be eligible for the IPMAT Examination for IIM Rohtak, a candidate must meet the following criteria:

• Applicant should have been born on or after August 1, 2006. 
•  When filling out the IPMAT application form, applicants in the General or NC OBC categories must be under the age of 20 as of July 31, 2026.
• Candidate must have passed Standard XII/HSC or a comparable test in 2024 or 2025, or be preparing for it in 2026.
•  While IIM Indore does not require a minimum board score, it is recommended that you score high because your board marks will account for a significant portion of your overall composite score. 

IPMAT Rohtak Eligibility

To be eligible for the IPMAT Rohtak Examination, a candidate must meet the following criteria:

• Candidates from the General, OBC, and EWS categories must have a minimum of 60% in both standard X/SSC and standard XII/HSC or comparable exams.
• To be eligible for the SC, ST, and PWD (DAP) categories, candidates must score at least 55% in both standard X/SSC and standard XII/HSC or comparable exams.
• Furthermore, you must be no older than 20 years old at the time of application.
• You can apply if you complete Standard XII/ HSC or a comparable course by June 30, 2026, only when you match the eligibility criteria.
• Candidate's percentage of marks in the X and XII standards will be computed using the aggregate marks of their top five topics from the mark sheet/grade sheet. It is independent of the Board's regulations.

IIM Jammu Eligibility

Take a look at what the minimum eligibility requirements are for IIM Jammu's Five-Year Integrated Management Programme.

• National Testing Agency (NTA) administers the Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test (JIPMAT), the score of which is accepted for admission to IIM Jammu. 
•  Candidates must have passed Standard XII/HSC or equivalent examination in 2024, 2025, or 2026.
• Students must have at least 60% in standard Xth/SSC and standard XII/HSC or comparable examinations (55% for SC/ST/PwD students).