IBSAT is an online aptitude test conducted by The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, for students seeking admission to the MBA programs of IBS. IBSAT is a Computer Based Test (CBT) and consists of multiple choice questions. IBSAT is of 2 hours duration and is aimed at testing the applicant’s ability in quantitative techniques, data interpretation, data adequacy, vocabulary, analytical reasoning and reading comprehension.
GMAT scores (from 2013 onwards), NMAT by GMACTM 2015 and CAT 2015 scores are also accepted in place of IBSAT 2015. Candidates with GMAT®, NMAT by GMACTM or CAT scores are exempted from IBSAT 2015. MBA program offered by IBS Dehradun and IBS Jaipur and PGPM (Post Graduate Program in Management) program offered by IBS Ahmedabad, IBS Bengaluru, IBS Gurgaon, IBS Kolkata, IBS Mumbai and IBS Pune accept IBSAT 2015/GMAT® (from 2013 onwards)/NMAT by GMACTM 2015/CAT 2015 scores.
Selection Process:
Candidates who qualify based on IBSAT 2015/GMAT® (2013 onwards)/NMAT by GMACTM 2015/ CAT 2015 score will be called for the selection process at IBS in February 2016. The selection process comprises of Group Discussion and Personal Interview. The final selection is based on past academic record and performance of the candidates in Group Discussion and Personal Interview.
How to Apply for IBSAT 2015?
The application form is common for admission to MBA/PGPM program at IBS Ahmedabad, IBS Bengaluru, IBS Gurgaon, IBS Hyderabad, IBS Dehradun, IBS Jaipur, IBS Kolkata, IBS Mumbai and IBS Pune campuses. IBSAT Bulletin can be purchased through one of the following methods by payment of Rs 1600.
Online application
Purchasing application forms at any of the marketing offices
Eligibility for 2 year Management Program:
Graduation (any discipline) with 50% and above marks (as calculated by respective University) with medium of instruction as English. All applicants should have completed a minimum of 15 years of education (on 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 basis). Candidates not meeting the eligibility criteria of English medium in graduation have to submit the TOEFL/ NELT/ IELTS score by May 31, 2016.
Applicants in their final year bachelor’s degree course are also eligible to apply, provided they complete their graduation requirements before May 31, 2016. The admission will remain provisional until they produce marks sheets and degree certificates establishing their eligibility. The last date for submission of proof of graduation is November 01, 2016. Eligibility criteria will be checked from August, 2016 onwards. Hence, the onus of ensuring that they satisfy the eligibility criteria rests solely with the candidates.
Important dates:
IBSAT 2015 Application: August 5, 2015 to Dec 05, 2015
IBSAT 2015 Test Dates: Dec 15, 2015 to Dec 30, 2015
IBSAT 2015 Result: January 19, 2016
Selection Briefings: January 30 – February 9, 2016 in 40 cities
Selection Process: MBA/ PGPM Program: February 18-26, 2016
For more details, visit IBS website or contact IBS Admissions Office: 65, Nagarjuna Hills, Punjagutta, Hyderabad – 500082, Telangana
Telephone Board: 040 – 23440963
Toll Free:1800 425 55 66 77
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