IPM (Integrated Program in Management)
IPM (Integrated Program in Management) is a unique five years program offered by five IIMs and various other prestigious Universities. IPM Programs are highly sought after residential program that provide an excellent opportunity for young aspirants, who want to pursue a career in management soon after their 12th. The program helps the students getting a head start in the field of management much earlier than they could have through the more traditional approach of post-graduation or a master’s program. There are two degrees awarded in this program. The Bachelors’ Degree namely BA/BBA/BMS on successful completion of first three years and Master’s Degree namely MBA after successful completion of last two years.
To take admission into integrated programs there are different entrance exams conducted by the IIMs or NTA like IPMAT Indore, IPMAT Rohtak and JIPMAT. So which exam one has to write depends upon the choice of IIMs and Universities one wishes to join? For example, IPMAT Indore entrance score is accepted by IIM –Indore, IIM-Ranchi, DoMS – NALSAR, IIFT- Kakinada & NIRMA University. Similarly, JIPMAT is accepted by IIM-Jammu and IIM-Bodhgaya. After clearing the entrance a candidate has to appear for GD/PI/WAT before they get final offer to join the institute
Admission procedure and IPM Course fees
Candidates should have passed 10+2/XII/HSC in Arts, Science and Commerce stream or equivalent in 2021, 2022 or appearing in 2023 with 60% or more. Students must have passed their class 10th exams with a grade of 60% or higher in the year not before 2019. Students from outside the country, i.e. International students, should pay 2,67,000 for one semester of study at IIM IPM. The IPM course fees for the fourth and fifth years will be the same as for students enrolled in the Postgraduate Program in Management (PGP).
OTHER IIM’s OFFERING IPM PROGRAM
IIM Rohtak
Five-Year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) is for students after class XII who aim to pursue their career in Business Management. It is a comprehensive management program that has a combined course of management studies from under-graduate (UG) to postgraduate (PG). Programme aims at molding outstanding young students into managers and leaders. Upon successfully completing academic rigor of 5 years, the participant will be awarded Integrated Programme in Management (BBA+MBA) by IIM Rohtak.
The students will have to maintain a minimum CGPA of 5 at the end of third year to be eligible for the last two years of the program to earn a master’s degree. Students below 5.0, but not less than 4 CGPA will be awarded a BBA degree and will exit the program. Aside from being one of the best colleges for management aspirants, IPMAT Rohtak is also one of the most competitive entrance exams in the country.
Admission Criteria:
Candidates must satisfy the following criteria to apply for this programme.
General, NC-OBC and EWS Category: Minimum 60% in standard X/ SSC and standard XII/ HSC or equivalent examinations, Maximum 20 years of age as of June 30, 2024
SC, ST and PWD (DAP) Category: Minimum 55% in standard X/ SSC and standard XII/ HSC or equivalent examinations, Maximum 20 years of age as of June 30, 2024
Note 1: Candidates who are likely to complete standard XII/ HSC or equivalent by the end of June 2024 can also apply, subject to meeting the minimum eligibility criteria after the declaration of results (only in case of XIIth standard) as mentioned above. If selected, such candidates will be offered admission to the programme provisionally. At the time of registration for the programme, such candidates must produce X and XII standard mark sheets (securing minimum marks, i.e. 60% for General, EWS, and NC-OBC or 55% for SC, ST, and PWD) along with school leaving certificate/migration certificate, failing which the candidate’s admission offer stands cancelled.
Note 2: The percentage of marks obtained by the candidate in X and XII Standard would be calculated based on the aggregate marks of the best five subjects that appear in the mark sheet/grade sheet, irrespective of the Board’s regulation. In case the candidates are awarded letter grades or grade points instead of marks, the conversion of grades to the percentage of marks of the best five subjects would be based on the procedure certified by the Board/ Competent Authority explaining the method of conversion from where they have obtained the certificate.
IPM Aptitude Test (IPM AT 2024)
(i) All the interested applicants will undergo IIM Rohtak’s IPM Aptitude Test that will examine the aptitude, logical reasoning, and proficiency in English of the applicant
(ii) IPM AT 2024 to be conducted on May 18, 2024 from 9:00 AM onwards
(iii) IPM Aptitude Test will comprise of following sections:
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Section |
Number of Questions |
Time Duration for each section |
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Quantitative Ability |
40 |
40 minutes |
|
Logical Reasoning |
40 |
40 minutes |
|
Verbal Ability |
40 |
40 minutes |
Note: Each question will carry 4 marks. There will be a negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer. All the questions will be multiple-choice questions.
Fee Structure: Kindly visit the following website for latest updates
https://www.iimrohtak.ac.in/panel/assets/images/programme-fee/16891483303505.pdf
IIM INDORE
Launched by IIM Indore in 2011, the five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) is the first of its kind in India. The programme has been accredited by the Association of MBAs London (4th and 5th Year). It is a unique and creative programme meant for young students with managerial and leadership aspirations. Through the IPM, IIM Indore seeks to attract young students, and mould them as outstanding leaders through a world-class education.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates satisfying the following criteria are eligible to apply for the Five-Year Integrated Program in Management (IPM) of IIM Indore.
SELECTION PROCESS
The candidates will be selected on the basis of overall performance in Aptitude Test (AT) and Personal Assessment (PA). Any candidate who fails to appear either in AT or PA or both shall not be considered for selection.
The students undergo a rigorous selection process:
The Sanctioned intake for IPM 2022 batch (Domestic Applicant) is 150.
Learning Goals:
Given the nature of the programme learning goals of IPM are split into those for the first 3 years and the last two years.
Learning goals for the first three years of the programme:
The IPM will enable students to:
Goal 1: Demonstrates Language and communication Skills
Goal 2: Demonstrates knowledge of basic foundations of Management Studies
Goal 3: Demonstrates ethical understanding
Goal 4: Demonstrates social consciousness
Learning goals of the last two years
Last two years of the programme are at Post-graduate level and the IPM students are mixed with the PGP programme students and they go through the same set of courses as the PGP programme. Hence the learning goals for these two years are the same as that of the PGP Programme. These goals are:
Goal 1: Develop Critical Thinking
Goal 2: Ability to Work in Groups Effectively
Goal 3: Develop Competence in Quantitative Analysis
Goal 4: Prepare socially conscious and ethically motivated managers, leaders and entrepreneurs
The Programme consists of 15 terms spread over a period of 5 years, with each year having 3 terms of 3 months. IPM is in two parts. The first three years build a foundation, and the last two years focus on management.
Courses Offered in First 3 Years
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Nirma University, Institute of Management, Ahmedabad
INTEGRATED BBA-MBA PROGRAMME
The Programme provides an exit option at the end of the Undergraduate phase of the programme. On the successful completion of the first three years, the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree is awarded to all the students. The students who continue in the Postgraduate phase of the integrated programme, will be awarded the Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree on completion of the subsequent two years. The medium of instructions of the programme is English. This is an innovative programme that combines the undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) phases of education in management and thus two programmes viz. BBA and MBA. The UG Phase of the programme is Semester based, i.e., each year is divided into two semesters. The first three years (under-graduation phase) comprise of six s
The IPM Ecam – Indore Score is accepted only by Nirma University, Institute of Management after IIM Indore. It is one of the top B-Schools in India where one can pursue the unique IPM course.
Eligibility All India Category:
Entrance Test
The applicants of All India Category and NRI/NRI Sponsored Category are required to apply and appear for the IPMAT conducted by Indian Institute of Management Indore.
SELECTION PROCESS
Candidates shortlisted on the basis of IPMAT merit will be called for Personal Interview for All India and NRI/NRI Sponsored Category. Selection Process The following weight will be assigned to each sub-component for calculating the composite score for preparing the merit of admission for All India Category and NRI/NRI Sponsored Category.
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Component |
Weightage |
|
IPMAT |
50% |
|
Personal Interview |
30% |
|
Academic Performance |
20% |
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IIM Ranchi
The Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) of IIM Ranchi is a full-time 5-year integrated postgraduate programme. The students will be awarded a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at the end of the 5-year programme. A student who chooses to exit after three years will be awarded a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree if he/she has completed all the programme requirements due by then.
Students who intend to pursue careers in management after class 12 will be able to enroll in IPM at IIM Ranchi as of 2021 on its campus. The admission to the IPM program offered by IIM Ranchi will be based on SET and IPMAT scores, candidate’s academic performance and a personal interview.
IIM Ranchi IPM Eligibility & Highlights 2024
The IIM RANCHI Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) is a comprehensive five year course that combines undergraduate and postgraduate studies in business. It follows a blended learning approach. Upon successful completion of the programme, students will receive a IIM Ranchi MBA degree.
For admission to the IIM Ranchi IPM, candidates are be shortlisted on the basis of IPMAT (IIM Indore) scores. Those shortlisted will be invited to proceed to the next selection rounds, which includes participating in a Personal Interview (PI). The PI will be conducted in six cities: Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Ranchi. The evaluation of candidates takes into account their performance at all stages of the selection process as well as their academic achievements at the secondary and higher secondary levels.
IIM Ranchi IPM Admission 2024: Eligibility & Selection Criteria
IIM Ranchi IPM admissions are done through IPMAT. Provided below are the selection criteria & eligibility requirements for the Integrated Programme in Management offered by IIM Ranchi
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Course |
Eligibility Criteria |
Selection Criteria |
|
IPM |
Class 12 with 60% aggregate Class 10 with 60% aggregate (55% for candidates from SC/ST/PwD) |
IPMAT |
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IIM Bodh Gaya
IIM Bodh Gaya introduced IPM on its campus in 2021 to students after class 12 who aim to pursue careers in management. The IPMAT Bodh Gaya entrance examination is one of the top colleges targeted by management aspirants. IIM Body Gaya will conduct its own IPM exams for admission to its 5-year integrated management program.
Eligibility Qualifying Exam:
Candidates should have passed 10+2/XII/HSC examination in arts/commerce/science stream or equivalent with 60% (55% for candidates from SC/ST/PwD/Transgender) or more in the year 2020, 2021 or appearing in 2022.
Candidates who are likely to complete standard XII/ HSC or equivalent by 31 July 2022 can also apply. The candidate must have passed class 10th examination with 60% (55% for candidates from SC/ST/PwD/Transgender) or more in the year not before 2018.
The percentage of marks obtained by the candidate in Class X and Class XII would be calculated based on the Board’s regulation. If there is no such regulation regarding aggregate marks from the concerned board, then the aggregate marks of all the subjects that appear in the grade sheet should be considered for calculating the passing percentage. The application of the candidates, who are appearing in Class XII examination, will be provisional till their Class XII result. The candidates who do not score the requisite score as above will be considered to be out of the application/admission process.
JIPMAT
The admission to IPM would be through a Joint IPM Admission Test (JIPMAT 2022) and other parameters. The JIPMAT 2022 will be conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) on behalf of IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu. The entrance test will consist of questions on Quantitative Aptitude (QA), Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC), and Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR) (English Language Based). Interested candidates can apply on JIPMAT site jipmat.nta.ac.in. Time Duration: 150 Minutes, Number of Questions 100, (QA 33, DILR 33, VARC 34) Correct answer 4, wrong -1.
Difference between IIM Bodhgaya IPM Admission 2023 Eligibility Criteria and JIPMAT 2023 Exam Eligibility
There is a difference in JIPMAT 2023 exam eligibility and IIM Bodhgaya IPM admission eligibility criteria. Key eligibility difference areas are
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JIPMAT 2023 Eligibility |
IIM Bodhgaya IPM 2023 Admission Eligibility |
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No Percentage of Marks prescribed for class 10 or 12 |
60% marks required |
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Must have passed class 10 Not before 2019 |
Must have passed class 10 not before 2020 |
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Must have passed class 12 in 2021, 2022 or appearing in 2023 |
Must have passed class 12 in 2022 or appearing in 2023 |
Fee Structure: Kindly visit the following website for latest updates
https://iimbg.ac.in/programs/ipm/
IIM Jammu
The Institute of Management Jammu introduced IPM to students planning to pursue managerial careers after completing the 12th grade in 2021. The admissions process for IIM Jammu’s IPM program is based on the results of the JIPMAT examination as well as the academic record of the candidate.
The IPM course structure offers a holistic development and is one of the most sought-after management courses. It is a course that provides one with a rich skill set required in the industry.
This document summarizes the approach of IIM Jammu to prepare the admission list for its IPM Batch 2024-29. The batch size is likely to be around 140. IIM Jammu reserves the right to modify any part of this document including the various criteria and cut offs mentioned at any time till the actual admission process for the batch is completed.
1. Selection Process
The selection process of IIM Jammu consists of:
Eligibility
Candidate should have passed Standard XII/HSC or equivalent examination in 2022,2023 or appearing in 2024. The candidate must have passed Standard X/ SSC or equivalent examination in the year 2020 or later.
Qualifying Examination-Candidate should have a Minimum 60% in standard X/ SSC and standard XII/ HSC or equivalent examinations (55 % for the candidates from SC/ST/ PwD category). Candidates who are likely to complete standard XII/ HSC or equivalent by the end of July 31st, 2024, can also apply.
Applicants pursuing their XII standard from international schools affiliated to foreign boards like IGCSE (International General Certificate for Secondary Education) and IB (International Baccalaureate) can also apply.
Criteria for Preparing the Merit List
The criteria for preparing the merit list will be based on the composite score comprising the weightage of JIPMAT score is as follows:
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Components |
Percentage |
|
JIPMAT |
95 |
|
Gender Diversity |
5 |
2.Category-wise Sectional Cut-off:
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Category |
Quantitative Aptitude |
Data Interpretation |
Verbal Ability |
|
General |
50 |
50 |
50 |
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EWS |
35 |
35 |
35 |
|
NC-OBC |
35 |
35 |
35 |
|
SC |
30 |
30 |
30 |
|
ST |
25 |
25 |
25 |
|
PwD |
25 |
25 |
25 |
3. Reservation Policy
IIM Jammu strictly follows the Government of India Reservation Policy as given below:
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Category |
% Reservation |
|
Scheduled Caste |
15 |
|
Scheduled Tribe |
7.5 |
|
NC - OBC |
27 |
|
EWS |
10 |
|
PwD |
5 |
4. Offer Acceptance Fee and Withdrawal
A candidate receiving an admission offer from IIM Jammu has to pay an offer acceptance amount of Rs.50,000/- within the stipulated date. If a candidate accepts the admission offer for the program, his/her offer acceptance amount will be adjusted against the Semester I Fee. If a candidate subsequently wishes to withdraw the offer within the withdrawal date (To Updated), the amount will be refunded after deducting Rs. 1,000/- as processing charges. The refund process will be initiated after the registration of the IPM 2024-29 batch (Registration date will be updated). If a candidate applies for withdrawal after the registration, no refund will be admissible. In the event of withdrawal from the program after registration, no refund of the offer acceptance amount & Semester Fee will be made.
Any dispute concerning admissions for the IPM Batch 2024 would be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts within the territorial jurisdiction of the city of Jammu Only.
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