Introduced in 2021, the Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) at IIM Ranchi offers a multidisciplinary foundation, integrating humanities, social sciences, arts, and sciences in the first four terms. Over five years, the program delves into cross-disciplinary business core subjects, comprehensively covering all aspects of business. According to NIRF rankings, the program held the 21st position in 2021 and the 24th position in 2023. The batch size is 120.
Eligibility
Applicants need to have at least 60% in Class 10/SSC or equivalent examinations. SC/ST/PwD candidates require 55% in both Class 12 and 10.
Exam Overview
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Aspect |
Details |
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Entrance Accepted |
IPMAT |
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Official Website |
https://iimranchi.ac.in/ipm/ |
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IPM Establishment Year |
2021 |
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Exam Type |
Computer Based Test (CBT) |
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Medium |
English |
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Application Fee (General) |
Rs. 2,500 |
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Types of Questions |
MCQ’s & Short Answers |
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Exam Duration |
120 minutes (2 hours) |
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Sectional Time Limit |
40 minutes |
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Total Sections |
3 |
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Total Questions |
90 |
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Total Marks |
360 |
Paper Pattern
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Section |
No. of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Duration |
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Quantitative Ability (MCQs) |
25 |
100 |
40 minutes |
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Quantitative Ability (SA) |
15 |
60 |
40 minutes |
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Verbal Ability |
50 |
200 |
40 minutes |
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Total |
90 |
360 |
120 minutes |
- Correct Answer: +4 Marks
- Wrong Answer: -1 Mark
Admission Procedure
Admission to the Integrated Programme in Management at IIM Ranchi depends on candidates’ performance in the Aptitude Test (IPMAT), Personal Interview (PI), and academic records. IIM Ranchi manages the PI process, including shortlisting criteria, weightage, and scoring methods.
Cracking the Sections
Quantitative Ability (QA)
Success in this section relies on strong numerical skills and a comprehensive understanding of mathematical concepts. Master key Quantitative Ability topics like Time, Speed and Distance, Time and Work, Trigonometry, Geometry, Data Interpretation, Set Theory, Ages, Series, and Unitary methods. Thorough preparation involves understanding fundamentals, concepts, and rectifying errors in mock tests.
The table below outlines the syllabus for QA:
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Topics |
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Number System |
Properties of a Number |
Age-based problems |
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Arithmetic Problems |
HCF & LCM |
Percentage |
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Algebra |
Surds & Indices |
Partnership |
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Geometry |
Concept of Factor Successive Div. |
Profit Loss & Discount |
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Modern Math |
Divisibility |
Ratio & Proportion |
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Finding Unit Digit |
Factorial |
Simple & Compound Interest |
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Simplification |
Work-Related Problems |
Mixture & Allegations |
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Remainder |
Average |
Time, Speed & Distance |
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Boats & Streams |
Algebraic Formulae |
Linear Equations |
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Quadratic Equations |
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Verbal Ability (VA)
Prepare effectively for the IPMAT Verbal Ability section by mastering time management, understanding the syllabus, improving speed, analyzing past papers, practicing mock tests, and revising regularly. Daily newspaper reading enhances vocabulary and grammar. Focus on idioms, phrases, proverbs, and grammar rules aids comprehension. Balancing speed with accuracy is crucial as questions vary in difficulty; if stuck, move on and return later if time permits.
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Topics |
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Etymology & Roots |
Analogies |
Idioms & Phrases |
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Antonyms-Synonyms |
Foreign Words |
Noun & Pronoun Errors |
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Reading Comprehension |
Deductive Reasoning |
Syllogisms |
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Prepositions and Conjunctions |
Logical Consistency |
Inference based passages |
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Subject-Verb Agreement |
Tenses, Modifiers & Parallelism |
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The table below outlines the syllabus for VA:
