
IBSAT is a Computer Based Test (CBT), It will be a proctored home based test consisting 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
IMPORTANT DATES
| IBSAT 2026 Application Opens | July 1, 2026 |
| IBSAT 2026 Test | December 2026 (exact date to be announced) |
| National Mock Test Dates | Jul 25 / Aug 22 / Sep 26 / Oct 24 / Nov 21 / Dec 9 |
| Selection Process | February 2027, at the IBS Hyderabad campus |
Note: the source brief doesn't specify the application closing date or the results date — these were present on the current site for the 2025 cycle and should be re-confirmed with IBS for 2026 before publishing.
IBSAT is conducted by The ICFAI Foundation For Higher Education (Declaredas a Deemed-to-be-University under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956), for students seeking admission to the following programs:
Valid CAT/NMAT by GMAC™/XAT/GMAT™ scores from 2023 onwards are also accepted in place of IBSAT 2024 Test score.
PROGRAM |
ELIGIBILITY |
2 year Management Program (MBA/PGPM) |
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