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IBSAT 2023 Latest Updates:
ICFAI Business School has extended the deadline for completing the IBSAT 2023 registration form until December 20. Previously, the deadline for submitting an IBSAT application form was December 16. The IBSAT 2023 slot reservation is ongoing. IBSAT exam is scheduled to be conducted on December 23 and 24, 2023. If you're eyeing admission to the MBA/PGDM programs at any of the 9 IBS campuses, taking the IBSAT 2023 exam is mandatory.
Once the candidates have registered, they can book their exam slot and download their admit card before the exam date from the official website. For those candidates who are interested in applying for IBSAT 2023, there's still time to apply, as registrations are ongoing at ibsindia.org.
The IBSAT registration fee is INR 1800, and payment methods accepted include credit/debit/net banking or UPI. The registration process is divided into four steps: creating a profile, reviewing entered information, paying the application fee, and submitting the application form.
ICFAI Foundation for higher education organizes a national examination called the IBS Aptitude Test (IBSAT). It's the key to getting into respected MBA/PGPM programs at nine ICFAI Business Schools. It is a two-hour examination held on Computer Based Test (CBT) online mode
The test consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and is conducted in two days in December.The examination dates for IBSAT 2023 are December 23 and 24, 2023. Candidates should excel in the examination because these scores are considered by the IBS schools.
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If a candidate performs well in IBSAT, the next steps are considered, which are: First, there's a meeting to share more details about the selection process. After that, there are discussions in groups (Group Discussion) and individual interviews (Personal interview). Read the entire article to learn everything there is to know about the IBSAT Exam.
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IBSAT 2023 Application Form Date Extended. Apply Now!
Name of Exam |
ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test (IBSAT) |
Conducting Body |
ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education |
IBSAT Official Website |
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Application Mode |
Online/ Offline |
Grants Admission to |
MBA Program at ICFAI Business Schools in India |
Mode of Examination |
Computer-Based Test (Online) |
IBSAT Exam Duration |
2 hours |
Types of Questions |
Multiple Choice Type |
IBSAT Total Questions |
140 |
Conducted at |
National Level |
Exam Periodicity |
Once a year |
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The following are the IBSAT 2023 important dates:
Events |
Important Dates |
IBSAT 2023 Registration Start Date |
July 1, 2023 |
IBSAT 2023 Last Date to Apply |
December 20, 2023 |
Start for Date Admit Card Downlaod |
After Dec 21, 2023 |
Last Date for Admit Card download |
December 24 & 25, 2023 (As per IBSAT exam date) |
IBSAT 2023 Exam Date |
December 24 & 25, 2023 |
Release Date of IBSAT 2023 Result |
January 1st week, 2024 |
Date for IBSAT Score Card Download |
January 5, 2024 Onwards |
Selection Briefings (Start-End Dates) |
January 2nd week, 2024 |
Last date to register for IBS admission with CAT/XAT/GMAT/NMAT score |
January last week, 2024 |
Selection Process for MBA/PGDM (Start-End Dates) |
February 20 to March 5, 2024 |
Candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements to apply for the IBSAT 2023 exam:
Know More - IBSAT Eligibility
The online registrations for IBSAT exam 2023 conducted by ICFAI Business School began on July 1, 2023. Interested candidates will be able to fill IBSAT 2023 application form on the official site until December 16. During this process, candidates will be required to make payment of IBSAT 2023 application fee amounting to Rs 1,800 and upload all necessary documents
The steps for IBSAT registration 2023 are as follows:
The IBSAT 2023 syllabus is not specified by IBS. However,drawing insights from the content of past year question papers, it's observed that the subject matter covered in IBSAT 2023 aligns closely with the renowned CAT examination. The syllabus for the IBSAT in 2023 will be split into four sections. They are as follows:
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This verbal ability section has the highest scoring among all sections of the examination pattern and syllabus, with a total of 50 questions. The major topics on which questions are asked in this section, are:
Verbal Ability |
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Syntax of Vocabulary Usage |
Usage of Parts of speech; tenses; conditional |
Sentence Correction and Usage
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Cloze Test
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Phrasal Verbs
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Corrections of grammatical errors |
Jumbled Sentences |
Use the appropriate words
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Sentence Completion
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Reading Comprehension passages |
Spot the Errors
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Fill in the blanks |
Use of Antonyms; Synonyms and idioms |
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Reading comprehension is a separate portion of the IBSAT syllabus with thirty questions.
Sl. no |
Reading Comprehension |
1. |
RC Section in IBSAT is not clubbed to Verbal Ability section. |
2. |
There are usually 3 RC passages followed by 8 questions each while one RC passage is followed by 6 questions. |
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The RC passages in IBSAT have an average length of 500 to 600 words |
4. |
Most questions are directly related to the RC passages and answers to them can be easily located in the RC passage itself. |
5. |
Some of the questions are indirect and you have to check the inference drawn from the passage. |
The Quantitative Aptitude section of the IBSAT 2023 syllabus contains a mix of all mathematics topics. This section contains 30 total questions. The tests range in difficulty from easy to moderate. The main categories of questions drawn for the Quant section are as follows.
Quantitative Ability |
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Permutations and Combinations |
Algebra |
Trigonometry |
Bar graph |
Ratio & Proportion |
Man days & works |
Pie chart |
Number Systems |
Time & Work |
Profit & Loss |
Interest |
Percentage |
Average |
Mixture & Solution / Allegations |
Modem maths |
Coordinate Geometry |
Probability |
Line graph |
Statistics |
2D and 3D Geometry |
Mensuration |
Solid Geometry |
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This section contains thirty questions, fifteen of which are about data sufficiency and the remaining fifteen about data interpretation. The following are the major topics on which questions are based in this section:
Data Interpretation & Sufficiency. |
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Linear arrangement |
Cause and Effect |
Matrix arrangement |
Statements and Conclusion |
Family tree |
Syllogisms |
Coding and Decoding |
Puzzles |
Course of Actions |
Critical Reasoning |
Symbol-based problems |
Assertion & Reasons |
Sequencing |
Identifying the next number of series |
Graphs representing area |
Functions |
Venn diagrams |
Line chart & Pie chart |
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The exam pattern for IBSAT 2023 consists of various sections with assigned duration and the total number of questions. The IBSAT 2023 question paper will be divided into four main parts as per the exam pattern. It is to be noted that each section has no particular time allocated to it so that candidates could switch at their own pleasure. IBSAT 2023 will be conducted for two hours.
Candidates planning to take the IBSAT exam should review the table below for a complete understanding of the IBSAT 2023 exam pattern:
Sections |
No. of Questions |
Verbal Ability (VA) |
50 |
Reading Comprehension (RC) |
30 |
Quantitative Aptitude (QA) |
30 |
Data Adequacy Sufficiency and Data Interpretation (DA/DI) |
30 |
Total |
140 |
The IBSAT is a timed exam in which students must answer 140 questions in two hours. Keeping this in mind, candidates should plan an IBSAT preparation schedule that covers key topics from the syllabus. They must also shortlist and refer to the best IBSAT preparation books, five-year IBSAT sample papers, and online mock tests. While preparing for IBSAT 2023, they should keep the following tips in mind:
1. Set aside three to four months to complete the IBSAT syllabus.
2. Self-practice by using the help of IBSAT sample papers to assess your level of self-preparation.
3. Read through every subject on the IBSAT syllabus while taking brief notes so you can go over them again later.
4. Rather than preparing topics at random, create a systematic plan to complete the IBSAT syllabus.
5. Clarify all doubts with peer members and assist others in the group in clarifying their own doubts.
6. The candidate should take the IBSAT Official Mock Test that is readily available on their official website
7. Solve previous years question papers.
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The best books to score well in the IBSAT exam are listed below, based on the recommendations of toppers and experts:
Section |
Name of Book |
Publisher/Author |
Verbal Ability |
How to Prepare for VARC for CAT |
Arun Sharma |
Word Power Made Easy |
Norman Lewis |
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Objective General English 10,000+ questions |
R.S. Aggarwal |
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Reading Comprehension |
Proficiency in Reading Comprehension Simplifying the Passage for You |
Ajay Singh |
English Reading Comprehension |
RPH Editorial Board |
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English Language and Comprehension |
Meenakshi Upadhyay |
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Quantitative Aptitude |
How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT |
Arun Sharma |
Quantitative Aptitude for MBA Entrance |
Abhijit Guha |
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Quantitative Ability |
Nishit Sinha |
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Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency |
Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning |
Arun Sharma |
Data Interpretation and Data Sufficiency |
Arihant Experts |
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Data Interpretation Magical Book Series |
K. Kundan |
The National Mock Test for the IBSAT 2023 is now available. Candidates can take the mock test at ibsindia.org, the official website.
The steps to access ICFAI official Mock Test are mentioned below :
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The IBSAT 2023 Admit Card will be accessible for download a few days before the examination on the official website. Candidates can obtain the admit card upon completion of the slot booking process. Essential details such as the candidate's name, roll number, exam date, time, and venue will be specified on the IBSAT 2023 Admit Card. Follow the steps below to download the admit card:
Know More: IBSAT 2023 Admit Card
The IBSAT 2023 result will be released on the official website. To access and download the IBSAT 2023 result, candidates must log in using their hall ticket number, registration number, and date of birth. Successful candidates, based on their scores, will progress to subsequent rounds.
Shortlisted candidates from the IBSAT 2023 results will be invited to participate in Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds. In these evaluative phases, candidates undergo scrutiny based on their positive outlook, leadership qualities, and negotiation skills.
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The selection process is scheduled to take place between the last week of February and the first week of March 2024 at IBS Hyderabad. The selection procedure for IBSAT 2023 follows a two-step approach:
In the first step, candidates undergo the IBS Aptitude Test. After the release of the IBSAT exam results, IBS institute shortlists candidates based on their own predefined cut-offs. Those shortlisted were subsequently invited for IBS selection briefings starting form the second week of January 2024.
In the second step of the IBSAT selection process, IBS Hyderabad will conduct Group Discussions (GD) and Personal Interviews (PI) on its campus. The final merit list preparation considers factors such as candidates' academic performance and work experience, in addition to the IBSAT score.
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The following documentation will be needed from candidates at IBSAT 2023 counselling.
The table below consists of the college wise fees for each of the nine IBS Institutes:
Campus |
Fee (2 years) |
IBS Hyderabad |
INR 16, 02, 000 |
IBS Bangalore |
INR 12, 06, 000 |
IBS Ahmedabad IBS Gurgaon IBS Mumbai IBS Kolkata IBS Pune |
INR 9, 09, 000 |
IBS Dehradun IBS Jaipur |
INR 6, 03, 000 |
IBSAT Colleges |
Courses Offered |
Course Fee |
MBA |
INR 8.01 LPA |
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PGPM |
INR 4.545 LPA |
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PGPM |
INR 6.03 LPA |
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PGPM |
INR 4.545 LPA |
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PGPM |
INR 4.545 LPA |
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PGPM |
INR 4.545 LPA |
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PGPM |
INR 4.545 LPA |
|
MBA |
INR 3.015 LPA |
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MBA |
INR 3.015 LPA |
IBSAT Exam is conducted for admission to management programs offered by ICFAI Business Schools and the exam is just as tough as other top MBA Exams such as CAT, XAT, SNAP, etc.
The exam duration of IBSAT Exam is 2 hours. The question paper of IBSAT Exam is designed in such a way that it tests students’ ability in Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation, Data Adequacy, Vocabulary, Analytical Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension. Qualifying this exam gets students admission to ICFAI Business Schools.
The ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test (IBSAT) is a national level entrance examination conducted for admission to MBA programs offered by the ICFAI Business Schools. The exam is conducted by ICFAI Foundation of Higher Education.
Yes. From the year 2021, GMAT/ NMAT by GMAC/ CAT/ XAT scores are also accepted in place of IBSAT Exam.
IBSAT Exam is conducted only once in a year. The exam is conducted through online mode.
IBSAT 2023 Last Date to apply is 16 December 2023.
No, IBSAT Exam does not have General Knowledge section.
There are various universities and colleges that accept IBSAT score. Apart from ICFAI Business Schools, Manav Rachna Faridabad, JKBS Gurgaon, GIBS Bangalore, VYASA Bangalore also accept IBSAT Score.
IBSAT Exam 2023 is scheduled to be conducted on 23 and 24 December 2023.
The IBSAT Exam Date 2023 is 23 and 24 December 2023.
The ICFAI Hyderabad University began IBSAT 2023 Registration on 1st July 2023 and the process of IBSAT 2023 Slot Booking for the registered candidates is ongoing. IBSAT 2023 is scheduled to be conducted in the last week of December 2023. The ICFAI Foundation has released the entire IBSAT 2023 Schedu
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