IIM Shillong became the 7th IIM in India to launch the Integrated Program in Management (IPM), making IPM IIM Shillong one of the most significant newer entrants in the undergraduate management space. Established in 2007 and consistently ranked among India's top business schools, IIM Shillong brings its signature focus on sustainability, Northeast India's cultural richness, and a strong incubation ecosystem to this programme.
The 5-year BBA + MBA residential program at IIM Shillong is designed for Class 12 students who want to start their IIM journey without waiting for CAT- and you only need to clear one exam: IPMAT Indore.
IIM Shillong became the 7th IIM in India to launch the Integrated Program in Management (IPM), making IPM IIM Shillong one of the most significant newer entrants in the undergraduate management space. Established in 2007 and consistently ranked among India's top business schools, IIM Shillong brings its signature focus on sustainability, Northeast India's cultural richness, and a strong incubation ecosystem to this programme.
The 5-year BBA + MBA residential program at IIM Shillong is designed for Class 12 students who want to start their IIM journey without waiting for CAT- and you only need to clear one exam: IPMAT Indore.
Let's have a look at some of the program highlights of IIM Shillong IPM Program.
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IIM Shillong IPM Program Highlights |
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Established |
2007 |
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Location |
Umsawli, Shillong – 793018, Meghalaya |
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Program Duration |
5 Years (3-year BBA + 2-year MBA) |
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Entrance Exam |
IPMAT Indore (conducted by IIM Indore) |
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Separate Exam for IIM Shillong? |
No — IPMAT Indore score is used directly |
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Personal Interview |
Yes — mandatory as part of selection |
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Application Fee |
₹2,000 (General) / ₹1,000 (SC/ST/DA/EWS) |
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Total Fee (Years 1–3, BBA Stage) |
₹11,43,000 |
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Year 4 & 5 Fee |
As per prevailing PGP programme fee |
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Program Mode |
Offline / Residential |
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Exit Option |
BBA degree after Year 3 (NEP 2020) |
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Official Website |
www.iimshillong.ac.in/ipm/overview |
To understand the what and why of this newly-launched program, talk to our counselor.
Note: IIM Shillong IPM 2026-31 batch dates have not been officially announced yet. The dates below for IPMAT 2026 are from IIM Indore. IIM Shillong-specific dates (application form, PI) will be announced separately. Keep checking iimshillong.ac.in/ipm for updates.
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Event |
Date / Status |
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IPMAT 2026 Exam Date |
May 4, 2026 |
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IPMAT 2026 Registration Last Date |
March 14, 2026 |
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IIM Shillong IPM Application Form 2026 |
To be announced |
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IIM Shillong PI (Personal Interview) 2026 |
To be announced |
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IIM Shillong IPM Programme Commencement |
August/September 2026 (tentative) |
Since IIM Shillong accepts IPMAT Indore scores, students must meet both the IPMAT Indore eligibility and IIM Shillong's additional requirements. IIM Shillong's criteria are stricter- here's what you need to qualify:
Age
Candidates should have been born on or after July 01, 2006. 5 years of relaxation is given to SC/ST/DA candidates (i.e., born on or after July 01, 2001).
Minimum Qualifying Marks
Entrance Test
Candidates must have appeared for the IPMAT (Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test) conducted by IIM Indore. IIM Shillong uses the IPMAT scores to shortlist candidates for the Personal Interview (PI). There is no separate entrance exam for IIM Shillong IPM.
Provisional Admission
Candidates likely to complete Class XII by July 31, 2026 can also apply. If selected, admission will be provisional. They must submit Class X and XII marksheets along with a school leaving certificate at the time of programme registration.
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Eligibility Criteria |
General / EWS / OBC-NCL |
SC/ST/DA Category |
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Minimum Marks (Class X & XII) |
60% |
55% |
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Mathematics in Class 11 & 12 |
Mandatory |
Mandatory |
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Entrance Exam |
IPMAT Indore |
IPMAT Indore |
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Personal Interview |
Required |
Required |
IIM Indore IPM vs IIM Shillong IPM — Key Eligibility Differences
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Eligibility Criteria |
IIM Indore IPM |
IIM Shillong IPM |
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Mathematics as a Subject in Class 12 |
Not Mandatory |
Mandatory |
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Minimum Marks Required |
No minimum — pass Class 10 & 12 |
60% in Class X & XII (55% for SC/ST/DA) |
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Age Limit (2025 batch) |
20 years as of August 1, 2025 |
20 years as of July 1, 2025 |
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Personal Interview |
No PI |
PI is part of the selection process |
IIM Shillong accepts IPMAT Indore scores as part of its IPM admission process. Students do not need to appear for any other exam- one IPMAT score gives a shot at both IIM Indore and IIM Shillong, as well as the other IIMs accepting IPMAT Indore scores.
The IPMAT has three sections with a sectional time limit of 40 minutes each. The Quantitative Aptitude section is divided into MCQ-type and Short Answer (SA) type sub-sections.
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Section |
Time Limit |
Questions |
Important Topics |
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Verbal Ability (VA) |
40 minutes |
45 |
Reading Comprehension, Synonyms/Antonyms, Vocabulary, Critical Reasoning |
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Quantitative Aptitude – MCQ (QA-MCQ) |
40 minutes |
30 |
Profit & Loss, Permutation & Combination, Probability, Algebra, Percentages |
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Quantitative Aptitude – Short Answer (QA-SA) |
40 minutes |
15 |
Same topics as QA-MCQ — no negative marking in this section |
Marking Scheme:
IIM Shillong follows a structured 6-stage selection process:
Stage 1: Candidates meeting eligibility criteria apply online. IIM Shillong may request additional information if needed.
Stage 2: An eligible pool for the Personal Interview (PI) is created based on candidates with positive raw scores and minimum marks in each section of IPMAT. The minimum cutoff in each section is decided by the Admissions Committee and varies by category.
Stage 3: Candidates from each category are shortlisted for PI based on the merit list generated from IPMAT scores.
Stage 4: Shortlisted candidates attend the PI at specified venues.
Stage 5: Consistent and satisfactory performance in the PI is expected. Minimum performance standards are set by the Admissions Committee.
Stage 6: Only candidates meeting requirements from all previous stages are considered for final selection. A category-wise merit list is prepared based on the Overall Score (OS).
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Computation of Overall Score (OS) |
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Component |
Weightage |
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Class X Marks |
10 |
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Class XII Marks |
10 |
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IPMAT Score |
30 |
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Personal Interview |
50 |
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Overall Score (OS) |
100 |
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Year I |
Year II |
Year III |
Year IV & V |
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Tuition Fee |
₹3,05,000 |
₹3,05,000 |
₹3,05,000 |
As per prevailing PGP programme fee |
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Non-Academic Expenses |
₹76,000 |
₹76,000 |
₹76,000 |
As per prevailing PGP programme fee |
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Total Per Year |
₹3,81,000 |
₹3,81,000 |
₹3,81,000 |
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Source: IIM Shillong’s official website
Note:
IIM Shillong embraces the NEP course structure and incorporates an innovative, real-life, internationally immersive learning system. Here's what sets IPM IIM Shillong apart:
Single Examination: IPMAT Indore serves as the clearing examination for IIM Shillong as well. Students do not need to take any separate exam.
Cognitive Abilities: The programme develops problem-solving, critical thinking, communication, and multitasking capabilities that are built into the curriculum from Year 1.
International Exposure: The curriculum includes an international immersion experience to enhance career prospects in global markets across business, consulting, diplomacy, and tourism.
Data-Driven Strategist: Students learn to apply data-driven insights to real business decisions- a skill explicitly developed from the foundational years.
Incubation Centre: IIM Shillong has its own Incubation Centre (IIMSFIE) for students who aim to start and grow a successful business. IPM students have access to this ecosystem throughout the programme.
Exit Option: Under NEP 2020, students can exit the programme after Year 3 with a BBA degree without completing all five years.
Also read: IPMAT Syllabus | IPMAT Preparation
Yes, Mathematics or Applied Mathematics is a mandatory subject in Class 11 and 12 for IIM Shillong IPM. This is an additional requirement beyond the IPMAT Indore eligibility criteria, where Mathematics is not mandatory. Students who have not studied Mathematics cannot apply even if they clear IPMAT.
Yes, IIM Shillong accepts IPMAT Indore scores. IIM Shillong uses the IPMAT raw scores to shortlist candidates for the Personal Interview (PI). Students must apply separately to IIM Shillong after appearing for IPMAT- there is no separate entrance exam.
IIM Shillong follows a 6-stage selection process. Candidates are shortlisted based on IPMAT scores, then called for a Personal Interview (PI). The final Overall Score (OS) is calculated as: Class X marks (10 points) + Class XII marks (10 points) + IPMAT score (30 points) + PI score (50 points) = 100. The PI carries the highest weightage at 50%.
The total fee for the first three years (BBA stage) of IIM Shillong IPM is ₹11,43,000. This includes tuition fee of ₹3,05,000 and non-academic expenses of ₹76,000 per year. In addition, an alumni fee of ₹10,000 and a refundable caution deposit of ₹20,000 are payable at the time of admission. Year 4 and 5 fees are charged as per the prevailing PGP programme fee.
Yes. Under NEP 2020, IIM Shillong offers an exit option after Year 3 with a BBA degree. If a student exits before completing the BBA degree, GST will be applicable on the fees paid up to that point.
Yes, students with Applied Mathematics as a subject in Class 11 and 12 are eligible to apply for the IIM Shillong IPM programme.
IPMAT Indore 2026 will be conducted on May 4, 2026, by IIM Indore. The last date to register is March 14, 2026. IIM Shillong's separate application form for the 2026-31 batch will be announced on iimshillong.ac.in/ipm once IPMAT results are declared.