Planning to appear for entrance exams in 2026? Whether you are targeting IPM, BBA, Law, or Hotel Management, this comprehensive guide covers important institutes, exam dates, application deadlines, and key details you must not miss.

Let’s break it down program-wise.

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IPM (Integrated Program in Management)

The 5-year Integrated Program in Management (IPM) is ideal for students after Class 12 who aspire to build a career in business and management.

Indian Institute of Management Indore

• Exam: IPMAT (Indore)

• Exam Date: 04 May 2026

• Application Status: Open

• Application Closes: 14 March 2026

• Website: www.iimidr.ac.in

Indian Institute of Management Rohtak

• Exam: IPMAT (Rohtak)

• Exam Date: 10 May 2026

• Application Status: Open

• Application Closes: 06 April 2026

• Website: www.iimrohtak.ac.in

Why IPM?
Direct entry into IIMs after Class 12, strong foundation in management, and exposure to leadership and analytics from an early stage.

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 BMS (Bachelor of Management Studies)

Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode

• Exam: IIMK BMS AT

• Exam Date: 19 May 2026

• Application Status: Open

• Application Closes: 15 April 2026

• Website: www.iimk.ac.in

 This program is gaining attention as IIM Kozhikode expands undergraduate management education.

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 BBA Entrance Exams 2026

BBA continues to be one of the most popular undergraduate management programs.

Symbiosis Center for Management Studies

• Exam: SET

• Exam Dates: 02 May & 10 May 2026

• Application Status: Open

• Application Closes: 15 April 2026

• Website: www.set-test.org

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Christ University

• Exam: ET-CU

• Exam Date: 06 April 2026

• Application Status: Open

• Application Closes: 30 March 2026

• Website: www.christuniversity.in

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NMIMS University

• Exam: NPAT

• Exam Date: Till 01 June 2026

• Application Status: Open

• Application Closes: 26 May 2026

• Website: https://npat.nmims.edu/

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 Jai Hind, Mithibai & Other Colleges (Through MAH-CET)

• Exam: MAH-CET

• Exam Dates: 28 – 30 April 2026

• Application Status: Open

• Application Closes: 04 March 2026

• Website: www.cetcell.mahacet.org

Tip: MAH-CET is crucial for top Mumbai colleges offering BBA/BMS programs.

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 LAW Entrance Exams 2026

For students aiming for corporate law, litigation, judiciary, or international law.

 Christ University

• Exam: ET-CU

• Exam Date: 06 April 2026

• Application Closes: 30 March 2026

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 NMIMS University

• Exam: NLAT

• Exam Date: Till 01 June 2026

• Application Closes: 26 May 2026

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GLC, ILS & Other Colleges (Through MAH-CET Law)

• Exam: MAH-CET Law

• Exam Date: 08 May 2026

• Application Closes: 15 March 2026

• Website: www.cetcell.mahacet.org

 These exams open pathways to reputed law colleges across Maharashtra.

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 Hotel Management (HM)

HMs (Institute of Hotel Managements)

• Exam: NCHM JEE

• Exam Date: 25 April 2026

• Application Status: Open

• Application Closes: 25 March 2026

• Website: https://exams.nta.nic.in/nchm-jee/

Ideal for students interested in hospitality, hotel operations, and tourism management.

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Key Takeaways for 2026 Aspirants

 Most applications are already open.
 March–April 2026 is the critical deadline period.
 May 2026 will be packed with major exam dates.
 Early preparation and timely registration are crucial.

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Final Advice

• Mark application closing dates immediately.

• Keep documents ready (photo, signature, academic details).

• Prepare program-specific strategies (IPM quantitative focus, Law reasoning focus, BBA aptitude focus).

• Apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

If you are planning for IPM, BBA, LAW, or HM 2026, this is the right time to streamline your preparation and application strategy.