IBSAT 2026 FAQs 2026

FAQS

Q1. What is IBSAT?

IBSAT is an entrance examination conducted by the ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education for admission to MBA and PGPM programmes at IBS campuses.

Q2. What is the application fee for IBSAT 2026?

The application fee for IBSAT 2026 is INR 1800.

Q3. When will IBSAT 2026 be conducted?

IBSAT 2026 will be conducted on 2026-12-05, 2026-12-06, 2026-12-12, 2026-12-13, 2026-12-19, 2026-12-20, 2026-12-26 and 2026-12-27.

Q4. What is the duration of the IBSAT exam?

The IBSAT exam duration is 120 minutes.

Q5. How many questions are asked in IBSAT?

IBSAT contains 140 multiple choice questions.

Q6. Is there negative marking in IBSAT?

No, there is no negative marking in IBSAT.

Q7. What are the eligibility criteria for IBSAT?

Candidates must have a bachelors degree in any discipline with at least 50 percent aggregate marks and English as the medium of instruction.

Q8. Can final year students apply for IBSAT?

Yes, final year graduation students can apply, subject to the completion requirements specified by IBS.

Q9. Is IBSAT conducted online or offline?

IBSAT 2026 is an online remotely proctored examination that candidates can take from home.

Q10. Which other entrance exam scores are accepted by IBS?

IBS accepts eligible CAT, XAT, NMAT by GMAC and GMAT scores from 2024 onwards.

Q11. What is the selection process after IBSAT?

Shortlisted candidates are invited for a micro presentation and personal interview.

Q12. When will the IBSAT 2026 results be announced?

The result dates are linked to the December test weekends. Candidates should check the official IBS website for updates.

Q13. How many campuses accept IBSAT scores?

IBSAT scores are accepted across nine IBS campuses.

Q14. Where can candidates apply for IBSAT 2026?

Candidates can apply through the official IBS admissions website at admissions.ibsindia.org/ibsat/index.aspx.