IPMAT 2028 Exam Date, Schedule & Important Dates — Complete Calendar

If you are targeting IPMAT 2028, your preparation and planning must revolve around the exam calendar. Knowing when registration opens, when the exam happens, and when results are declared is the first step to building a structured preparation plan. This guide gives you a complete timeline for both IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak, a month-by-month countdown starting from April 2026, and answers to every important date-related question.

IPMAT 2028 Expected Date Calendar — IIM Indore

Official Notification Release: January 2028. Registration Opens: February 2028. Last Date to Apply: March 2028. Application Fee Payment Deadline: March 2028. Admit Card Release: April 20, 2028 (approx). IPMAT Indore Exam: May 4, 2028 (approx, Sunday). Answer Key Release: May 2028. Result and PI Shortlist: June 2028. Personal Interview (PI): June-July 2028. Final Merit List: July 2028. Programme Commencement: August 2028.

IPMAT 2028 Expected Date Calendar — IIM Rohtak

Official Notification Release: January-February 2028. Registration Opens: February 2028. Last Date to Apply: April 2028. Admit Card Release: April 25, 2028 (approx). IPMAT Rohtak Exam: May 10, 2028 (approx). Result: June 2028. WAT and PI Rounds: June-July 2028. Final Merit List: July 2028.

Key Official Websites to Bookmark

IIM Indore IPMAT: iimcat.ac.in — All official announcements including registration, admit card, results, and PI schedule are published here. IIM Rohtak IPMAT: iimrohtak.ac.in — Registration and all notifications for Rohtak are on this portal. Enable email notifications on both websites and set calendar reminders for each stage of the process. Missing the registration deadline means waiting an entire year.

Month-by-Month Preparation Countdown — April 2026 to May 2028

April to June 2026 (24 months to exam): Foundation phase. Complete NCERT Class 9-10 Maths. Start reading one editorial daily. Create an error log notebook. July to September 2026 (21 months): Start RS Aggarwal QA and Norman Lewis vocabulary. October to December 2026 (18 months): Complete Arithmetic entirely. Build VA reading habit daily. January to March 2027 (15 months): Cover Algebra, Geometry, and Para Jumbles. April to June 2027 (12 months): Class 12 board prep begins alongside IPMAT. July to September 2027 (9 months): Start mocks — one per week. October to December 2027 (6 months): Two mocks per week, full topic coverage. January to February 2028 (4 months): Intensive mock practice and error analysis. March 2028 (2 months): Register for exam, final revision only. April 2028 (1 month): Download admit card, practice exam-day simulation. May 2028: Exam month — IIM Indore around May 4, IIM Rohtak around May 10.

How IPMAT Exam Dates Are Set — Understanding the Pattern

IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak set their exam dates independently. Historically, both exams fall in May, approximately 6-7 days apart, allowing aspirants to appear in both. Registrations open in February each year. Admit cards are released approximately 10-14 days before the exam. Results are announced 4-6 weeks after the exam. PI shortlists follow 1-2 weeks after results. The entire cycle from exam to final merit list takes approximately 2-3 months.

What to Do Right Now If You Are Starting in April 2026

With 24 months before IPMAT 2028, this is the ideal starting point. This week: complete NCERT Class 9-10 Maths chapters, start reading one editorial article daily, and create an error log notebook. This month: finish Number System and Arithmetic basics, read one RC passage daily, and study the IPMAT pattern by solving one past paper untimed. Our student Tanisq Chouhan, who scored AIR 1 in JIPMAT, started exactly this way in Class 11 — building a strong conceptual base before the intensive phase.

IPMAT 2028 Selection Process After the Exam

IIM Indore: Written exam in May, shortlist in June, Personal Interview at IIM Indore campus in June-July, final merit list in July. IIM Rohtak: Written exam in May, shortlist in June, Written Ability Test (WAT) followed by Personal Interview in June-July, final merit list in July. Both institutes consider academic profile (Class 10 and 12 marks) along with written exam and interview scores in the final merit calculation.

Frequently Asked Questions — IPMAT 2028 Exam Dates

When will IPMAT 2028 registration open?

Based on historical patterns, IPMAT 2028 registration for IIM Indore is expected to open in February 2028 on iimcat.ac.in. IIM Rohtak registration is also expected in February 2028. The official notification confirming exact dates will be released in January 2028. Subscribe to updates on both official websites to be notified immediately when registration opens.

What is the IPMAT 2028 exam date?

IPMAT 2028 for IIM Indore is expected around May 4, 2028 (first Sunday of May). IPMAT 2028 for IIM Rohtak is expected around May 10-12, 2028. Both exams are typically held in May, approximately 6-7 days apart, allowing you to appear in both.

When will IPMAT 2028 admit cards be released?

IPMAT admit cards are typically released 10-14 days before the exam. For IIM Indore (exam around May 4), expect the admit card around April 20-22, 2028. For IIM Rohtak (exam around May 10), expect the admit card around April 25-28, 2028. Download and print immediately when released — do not wait until the last day.

When will IPMAT 2028 results be declared?

IPMAT 2028 results for both IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak are expected in June 2028, approximately 4-6 weeks after the exam. The result is published on the official exam portal along with the PI shortlist. Candidates shortlisted for PI will receive email notifications as well.

Can I appear in both IPMAT Indore and IPMAT Rohtak in 2028?

Yes. Since the two exams are held approximately 6-7 days apart in May, you can register and appear for both. They have separate registration portals, separate fees, and separate admit cards. Appearing in both maximizes your chances — if you clear one and not the other, you still have an IIM option.

Is there a late registration option for IPMAT 2028?

No. IPMAT does not offer a late registration window or late fee payment option. Once the registration deadline passes, you cannot apply for that year. This is why applying in the first week of registration opening is strongly recommended — both to secure your preferred exam city and to avoid any last-minute technical issues.

What happens if I miss the IPMAT 2028 registration deadline?

If you miss the registration deadline, you cannot appear in that year's exam. You would need to wait and apply for IPMAT 2029. This is why tracking the official dates closely is essential. Set calendar reminders for registration open and close dates as soon as the notification is released.

When does the IPMAT PI round take place?

The Personal Interview for IIM Indore is conducted in June-July 2028 at IIM Indore campus or online. IIM Rohtak conducts WAT followed by PI in June-July 2028. The final merit list is published in July 2028, and the programme commences in July-August 2028.

Will IPMAT 2028 dates be different due to any exam conflicts?

IIM Indore and Rohtak independently schedule their exams, and they are aware of Class 12 board exam calendars when setting dates. IPMAT has historically been scheduled in May, after most Class 12 board exams conclude. However, always verify official dates once the notification is released to check for any scheduling changes.

How much time should I dedicate to preparation starting April 2026?

With 24 months available, 2-2.5 hours per day in the first year (foundation phase) is sufficient. This increases to 3-4 hours per day in the second year during core preparation and mock practice. In the final 3 months before the exam, 5+ hours per day is recommended. Consistency over the full 24 months is far more valuable than intensive short bursts.

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Frequently Asked Questions — IPMAT 2028 Exam Dates & Schedule

When is the IPMAT 2028 exam date?

IPMAT 2028 is expected in May 2028, similar to previous years. IIM Indore typically conducts IPMAT in the second or third week of May. Official dates are announced with the notification release in January-February 2028.

What is the IPMAT 2028 important dates schedule?

Expected timeline: Notification release — January 2028, Application form open — January-February 2028, Last date to apply — March 2028, Admit card release — April/May 2028, Exam date — May 2028, Result declaration — June 2028, PI process — June-July 2028, Final admission — July 2028.

When will IPMAT 2028 admit card be released?

The IPMAT 2028 admit card is typically released 10-15 days before the exam, expected in late April or early May 2028. It is available for download on the official IPMAT portal. Candidates receive an email notification when it goes live.

When will IPMAT 2028 results be declared?

IPMAT 2028 results are typically declared within 2-3 weeks of the exam, expected in June 2028. Shortlisted candidates for PI are notified via email and the official portal. Score cards are made available for download after result declaration.

What is the IPMAT 2028 PI (Personal Interview) schedule?

PI for IIM Indore IPMAT 2028 is expected in June-July 2028. It is conducted at multiple centres. PI shortlist is based on IPMAT score, and final selection is a combination of IPMAT score and PI performance. Duration is typically 20-30 minutes.

Can I appear for IPMAT 2028 while in Class 12?

Yes. Students currently in Class 12 (appearing in board exams in 2028) are eligible to apply for IPMAT 2028. Admission offer is conditional on meeting the minimum percentage criteria (60% for General, 55% for SC/ST/PwD) in Class 12 final results.

Is there any registration deadline I should note for IPMAT 2028?

Yes. The last date to apply is typically in March 2028. Late fee applications (if allowed) may extend by 1-2 weeks. Missing the deadline means waiting another year — set calendar reminders for when the application window opens in January 2028.

How far in advance should I start preparing for IPMAT 2028?

If you are currently in Class 10-11, starting 12-18 months before (mid-2026 to early 2027) is ideal. If in Class 12, a focused 6-month preparation from June-July 2027 is sufficient. Consistency matters more than duration — 2-3 hours daily beats occasional long sessions.