Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at the Indian Institute of Management for the Post Graduate Program in Management (Human Resources) are approximately INR 18.3 lakh for the two-year duration. This comprehensive amount covers tuition fees, hostel fees, a mess deposit for the first year, caution money estimated around INR 50,000, and medical insurance premiums.
In the second year, participants have the option to opt out of the mess service. The fee structure is typically divided into six payments, aligning with the beginning of each term, and payments are processed smoothly online. Financial assistance is accessible through various scholarships based on need and academic excellence, along with readily available education loans facilitated by the on-campus State Bank of India branch.
About Integrated Programme in Management [IPM]
IIM Indore’s Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) is a five-year residential programme for Class 12 pass students seeking direct entry into an IIM without writing CAT. Years 1 to 3 cover liberal arts, economics, and management foundations, and Years 4 and 5 offer the full MBA curriculum alongside the regular PGP batch. Admission is through IPM-AT. Total 5-year fee is INR 44,79,837. IIM Indore holds NIRF Rank 8 in Management (2025).
📋 Admission Status: The 2026-31 batch admissions are complete. IPM-AT 2027 applications expected to open February 2027 (Tentative).
Key Points
- IPM students join the PGP batch for MBA coursework in Years 4 and 5
- Final year placements conducted alongside the PGP batch, accessing the same IIM Indore recruiter pool
- Foundation years include liberal arts, humanities, economics, and quantitative analysis
IIM Indore IPM Fees 2027
| Year | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 (BBA Phase) | INR 7,04,679 |
| Year 2 (BBA Phase) | INR 6,54,679 |
| Year 3 (BBA Phase) | INR 6,54,679 |
| Year 4 (MBA Phase) | INR 12,54,000 |
| Year 5 (MBA Phase) | INR 12,11,800 |
| Total Fees (5 Years, General) | INR 44,79,837 |
- Year 1 fee is higher due to one-time admission and registration charges.
- NRI quota total fee is INR 65,79,837 over 5 years.
- Hostel charges are mandatory for this residential programme and are billed separately.
- Educational loans from partner banks are available for enrolled students.
IIM Indore IPM Admission 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| IPM-AT 2026 Application Window | February 2, 2026 to March 17, 2026 |
| IPM-AT 2026 Exam | May 4, 2026 |
| Results and Personal Interview (2026-31 batch) | June to July 2026 |
| IPM-AT 2027 Application Window | February 2027 (Tentative) |
| IPM-AT 2027 Exam | May 2027 (Tentative) |
| Results and Personal Interview (2027-32 batch) | June to July 2027 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | July 2027 (Tentative) |
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 in 2025, 2026, or be appearing in 2027.
- IPM-AT comprises Verbal Ability and Quantitative Ability sections over 120 minutes.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum 60% aggregate in Class 10 and Class 12 for General and OBC-NCL candidates (55% for SC/ST/PwD)
- Age: General category born on or after August 1, 2005, and SC/ST/PwD born on or after August 1, 2000
- Final year Class 12 students are eligible to apply conditionally
Admission Process
- Register on the IIM Indore IPM portal during the application window and pay the application fee
- Appear for IPM-AT at designated exam centres across India in May 2027
- Shortlisted candidates are invited for a Personal Interview at IIM Indore
- Final merit list prepared based on IPM-AT score, Personal Interview, and Class 10 and Class 12 academic record
- Selected candidates complete enrollment and hostel allocation by July 2027
✓ Opt for this if
- Post-Class 12 student targeting an IIM without waiting for CAT
- Want an integrated 5-year path from undergraduate to MBA
- Strong in Verbal and Quantitative aptitude for the IPM-AT
- Prefer a management career over engineering or law tracks
✗ Skip if
- Planning to complete an undergraduate degree before pursuing an MBA
- Budget constraint makes a 5-year fee of INR 44.8 Lakhs unworkable
- Prefer a 2-year residential MBA after gaining work experience
IIM Indore IPM Placement 2026
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Package (PGP and IPM, 2025 batch) | INR 29.57 LPA |
| Median Package (2025 batch) | INR 27 LPA |
| Highest Package (2025 batch) | INR 70 LPA |
| Placement Rate (2025 batch) | 100% |
| Total Recruiters | 225 plus (including 50 new recruiters) |
| Top Recruiting Sectors | Consulting, Finance and Banking, Sales and Marketing |
- Placement data above is for the combined PGP and IPM batch of 591 students placed in 2025.
- IPM students participate in the same placement process as the PGP batch in their final year.
IIM Indore IPM Scholarships 2027
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| IIM Indore Merit Scholarship | Based on academic performance | Top-performing students per trimester |
| Need-Based Financial Assistance (NBFA) | Based on individual need | Students with demonstrated financial need and merit |
| SC/ST Category Fee Support | Partial fee support | Students from SC/ST background with limited income |
| Aditya Birla Group Scholarship | Varies | Meritorious students across IIM programmes |
- IPM students may apply for the same scholarships and financial aid as the regular PGP batch.
- Education loans from partner banks are available with special arrangements for IIM Indore students.
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, IIM Indore ranks 13 out of 372 colleges in India and 1st in state Madhya Pradesh for its IPM program.
- 5 out of 275 under India Today Management Ranking 2024.
- 69 out of 100 under Financial Times Management Ranking 2025.
- 4 out of 235 under The Week Management Ranking 2024.
- 8 out of 125 under NIRF Management Ranking 2025.
- 5 out of 25 under Outlook Management Ranking 2026.
Read more on IIM Indore Rankings here
IIM Indore IPM FAQs
Ques. What is the IPM-AT and how is it different from CAT?
Ans. IPM-AT is IIM Indore’s own entrance exam for direct post-Class 12 admission into the IPM. Unlike CAT, which targets graduates and working professionals for the 2-year MBA, IPM-AT is designed for recent or appearing Class 12 students. The test covers Verbal Ability and Quantitative Ability over 120 minutes and requires no prior degree or work experience.
Ques. What is the total duration and structure of the IIM Indore IPM?
Ans. The IPM is a five-year full-time residential programme. Years 1 to 3 form the undergraduate foundation phase, covering liberal arts, economics, quantitative methods, and introductory management. Years 4 and 5 are the MBA phase, where IPM students join the PGP batch for the full MBA curriculum. Graduates receive an MBA-equivalent Post Graduate Programme in Management degree from IIM Indore.
Ques. What is the total fee for IIM Indore IPM?
Ans. The total 5-year fee under the General quota is INR 44,79,837. Year 1 is INR 7,04,679 (higher due to one-time joining charges), Years 2 and 3 are INR 6,54,679 each, and Years 4 and 5 are INR 12,54,000 and INR 12,11,800 respectively. NRI quota total is INR 65,79,837. Hostel and mess charges are billed separately.
Ques. What placements can IPM students expect at IIM Indore?
Ans. IPM students participate in the same final placements as the regular PGP batch. In the 2025 season, the combined batch of 591 students achieved 100% placement with an average package of INR 29.57 LPA and highest of INR 70 LPA. Top recruiting domains were Consulting, Finance, and Sales. Over 225 recruiters participated, including 50 first-time recruiters.
Ques. Is there a minimum age limit for IIM Indore IPM?
Ans. Yes, candidates applying to IIM Indore IPM must have been born on or after August 1, 2005 for the General and OBC-NCL categories. SC/ST and PwD candidates are eligible if born on or after August 1, 2000, representing a 5-year age relaxation. This ensures the programme admits students who have just completed Class 12 and are at an appropriate age for an undergraduate-level programme.
Ques. What career paths do IIM Indore IPM graduates pursue?
Ans. IPM graduates pursue the same career tracks as regular PGP MBA graduates: management consulting, investment banking, corporate finance, marketing, and general management. Since they complete an MBA-equivalent degree from IIM Indore, they are eligible for the same job profiles. Top sectors include consulting, technology, BFSI, and FMCG. Some alumni also pursue higher education at international business schools after graduation.