IBS Ahmedabad: Courses, Fees, Admission 2025, Cut off, Placements, Rankings
About IBS Ahmedabad 2025
Established in 1995, IBS Ahmedabad is a premier institution under the ICFAI Society, renowned for its exceptional faculty, comprising both academics and industry experts, and state-of-the-art infrastructure. Over the past twenty-five years, IBS Ahmedabad has experienced remarkable growth, emerging as one of India's top business schools, dedicated to fostering well-rounded, industry-ready professionals.
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IBS Ahmedabad Admission Process 2025
IBS Ahmedabad offers postgraduate courses. Admission to the courses is based on entrance examination. The candidates seeking admission to PGPM programmes have to appear for IBSAT, followed by the Group Discussion & Interview. Candidates who have appeared for entrance exams like CAT, NMAT by GMAC, GMAT, SNAP, XAT, MAT, CMAT, CET (Maharashtra), CUET-PG and any other State Level Tests are exempted from IBSAT.
IBSAT 2025
IBSAT 2205 is a national-level test for MBA admissions in 9 IBS campuses across India.
IBSAT 2025 is an online exam administered by The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE) in Hyderabad. You can take the test from home, as it uses remote proctoring. The exam measures your skills in Quantitative Techniques, Data Interpretation, Data Adequacy, Vocabulary, Analytical Reasoning, and Reading Comprehension.
If you have a valid score from CAT, NMAT by GMAC™, XAT, or GMAT™ from 2023 or later, you don't need to take the IBSAT 2025 exam. However, taking the IBSAT 2025 makes you eligible for a scholarship of Rs 2 lakh. Regardless of whether you take the IBSAT 2025 or not, you must fill out the IBSAT 2025 application form to continue with the admissions process.
How to Apply for IBSAT 2025
IBSAT 2025 is a single application process for admission to the 2-year full-time MBA/PGPM 2026–28 programs across all nine IBS campuses:
- IBS Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Dehradun, Gurgaon, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Pune.
Steps to Apply:
Online:
- Visit the official registration page
- Fill in your personal and contact details
- Submit the application
- Pay the application fee of ₹ 1800
After successful payment, applicants will receive login credentials through email/sms.
In a week's time IBSAT 2025 official brochure will be dispatched to the applicant's address.
Offline:
- Visit the nearest IBS Information office
- Fill in your personal and contact details3. Submit the application
- Pay the application fee of ₹ 1800
Login credentials and the IBSAT 2025 official brochure is provided at the time of application
Selection Process
If you are shortlisted based on your scores from IBSAT 2025, CAT, NMAT by GMAC™, XAT, or GMAT™ (from 2023 onwards), you'll be invited to the selection process. This will take place starting in the second week of February 2026 and will consist of a Micro Presentation and a Personal Interview.
Micro Presentation
In this part, you'll be given a random topic and have 1 minute to prepare and 3 minutes to speak. It tests your thinking, organization, and communication skills.
Personal Interview
The interview, which typically lasts 5 to 7 minutes, is conducted by a panel. They will assess your attitude, communication skills, and clarity of thought. They'll also check your awareness of current events and your overall readiness for a career in management.
Admission decision
Final selection is based on your past academic record and how you perform in the Micro Presentation and Personal Interview.
IBSAT 2025 Important Dates
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Event |
Dates |
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IBSAT 2025 Applications Open |
July 1, 2025 – 3rd week of December 2025 |
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IBSAT 2025 Test Dates |
December 27–28, 2025 |
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IBSAT 2025 Result |
1st week of January 2026 |
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Selection Briefings |
From 2nd–3rd week of January 2026 (70+ cities) |
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Selection Process |
From 2nd week of February 2026 at IBS Hyderabad |
IBSAT 2025 Exam Pattern
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Section |
Title |
No. of questions |
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I |
Verbal Ability |
50 |
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II |
Reading Comprehension |
30 |
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III |
Quantitative Aptitude |
30 |
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IV |
Data Adequacy & Interpretation |
30 |
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Total 140 |
- Test Duration: 2 hours
- No negative marking
- No sectional time limits
- The syllabus is similar to other major MBA entrance exams in India.
Mock Tests
Mini mocks can be accessed via the official IBS mobile app.
Download the IBS App
A National Mock Test Series with prize money will be held on:
Total 5 Tests are scheduled as below
August 24th: 11-1 PM
September 20th: 11-1 PM
October 25th: 11-1 PM
November 22nd: 11-1 PM
December 13th: 11-1 PM
Prizes include: Total 100 Prizes
- 1st Prize: ₹1,00,000
- 2nd Prize: ₹50,000
- 3rd Prize: ₹25,000
- other prizes worth ₹5,000 each
| Course | Application Open Date | Application Close Date |
|---|---|---|
| PGPM- Post Graduate Programme in Management | 2025-07-01 | 2025-12-21 |
Exams Accepted By IBS Ahmedabad
CAT Exam 2025: Registration (Aug 1), Dates, Notification OUT, Syllabus, Pattern
XAT 2026: Registration (Begins), Exam Date (Jan 4), Eligibility, Syllabus, Pattern & Cut Offs
NMAT 2024: Application Form (Started), Notification, Exam Date, Eligibility
IBSAT 2024 Exam: Admit Card (Available), Dates, Syllabus, Pattern, Cut Off
IBS Ahmedabad Placements 2025
Campus Highlights
- Over 30 years of experience in management education
- 9 campuses follow the same pedagogy—case-based learning and a 14-week industry internship
- Modern infrastructure with classrooms, libraries, labs, Bloomberg terminals, and SAP access
- Placements consistently above 94% across all campuses
- Highest International Package: ₹41.40 lakh
- Highest National Package: ₹22 lakh
- IBS Hyderabad Average Package: ₹9.82 lakh
- For details: Placement Report
- 75,000+ alumni, 40% in senior roles, 10% in international positions
- IBS Hyderabad is AACSB accredited, NIRF Rank 39, Business Today Rank 22
With a 95% placement rate, the institute boasts an impressive record. Over 750 companies participated in the recruitment drive, leading to 20 international placements. The highest international CTC offered was a 36.76 LPA, while the top domestic package stood at 26.19 LPA. Key hiring sectors included finance, banking, IT/ITES, and consulting.
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Placement |
The Ahmedabad campus has maintained an impressive track record of placement success, with over 90% of students finding employment every year since its inception. The class of 2024 surpassed this benchmark, achieving an outstanding 98% placement rate, a testament to the campus's commitment to career excellence. Highest CTC: ₹12 Lakhs per annum Average CTC: ₹7.79 Lakhs per annum Average CTC (Top 10%): ₹10.50 Lakhs per annum Average CTC (Top 25%): ₹9.39 Lakhs per annum Recruiters are primarily from Financial Services, Banking, IT/ITES, and Consulting sectors, participated. Some of the companies include Alok Ingots, Coca Cola, Coffee Day Global, CSB Bank Ltd., HDFC Bank, HDFC Life, Home First Finance India Pvt. Ltd., ICICI Bank, ICICI Prudential (AMC), ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company, JM Financials, Khimji Ramdas India Pvt Ltd, Kotak Mahindra Bank, TalentServe, Tata AIG General Insurance, Varun Beverages Ltd., and World of Stones Pvt. Ltd. |
List of Top 10 Recruiters & number of Students recruited at IBS Ahmedabad
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S.No |
Name |
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1 |
ICICI Bank |
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2 |
CSB Bank Ltd. |
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3 |
ICICI Prudential (AMC) |
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4 |
TalentServe |
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5 |
Tata AIG General Insurance |
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6 |
Coca Cola |
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7 |
HDFC Bank |
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8 |
ICICI PRUDENTIAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY |
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9 |
JM Financials |
The majority of placements, approximately 82%, come from sectors such as Banking (55%), Financial Services (9%), IT/ITES (9%), and Insurance (9%). The remaining 18% come from industries like infrastructure, telecom, hospitality, education, manufacturing, and others.
The placements are distributed as follows: Finance 45%, Marketing 45%, Operations 9%, with the remainder allocated to HR and IT & Systems.
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Placements Data |
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IBS-Ahmedabad contributes to a vast network of over 70,000 members across all IBS campuses, forming a dynamic and supportive community. Through a dedicated portal, active alumni stay connected with the institution, fostering a lifelong bond and enabling meaningful interactions. IBS Ahmedabad Alumni Link |
IBS Ahmedabad Top Alumni List and their LinkedIn Profile Links
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Name |
Company |
LinkedIn Profile Link |
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Rupesh Khare |
ABB India |
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Satish Acharya |
FCRM at Genpact (USA) |
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Chirendu Gupta |
Verve Systems Pvt. Ltd |
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Partho Sarothi Bandhopadhya |
TATA AIG Life Insurance |
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Jignesh Pathak |
JP Morgan (London) |
Profile Link |
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Manish Manchandya |
Saudi Electricity |
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Rohan kamara |
Intel Corporation (Singapore) |
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Sunil Singh |
Mullen Lintas |
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Shreshth Jhawar |
Vadilal Industries (USA INC) |
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Priyank Shah |
Renne Cosmetics |
Profile Link |
List of Top 10 Companies Where IBS Ahmedabad Alumni is Working
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S. No |
Company Name |
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1 |
Deloitte |
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2 |
Accenture |
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3 |
Ernst & Young |
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4 |
HSBC Bank |
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5 |
JP Morgan Chase and Co |
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6 |
ICICI Bank |
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7 |
HDFC Bank |
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8 |
Tata Consultancy Services |
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9 |
Kotak Mahindra Bank |
Also Check:
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ICFAI Business School (IBS) List |
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| IBS Hyderabad | |
IBS Ahmedabad Information Brochure 2025
IBS Ahmedabad Infrastructure Details 2025
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Laboratory
Auditorium
Sports Facilities
Canteen
Convenience Store
Gym
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Campus View
Video Gallery
Contact
Opp Annapurna Dham Por, Adalaj Koba Road
FAQs
- Will the students be provided with laptops?+No, the students are expected to bring their own Laptops when reporting at the campus.
- What is the role of group discussion and personal interview in the selection process?+G.D. - In the group discussion, a topic will be announced to a group of 8 – 10 candidates. The candidates will be given 15 minutes for the group discussion. After discussion each candidate will be given an opportunity to summarise his/her opinion in a minute. The group discussion aims to evaluate the candidate’s expression, initiative communication, analytical skills and behaviour in group. P.I. - A personal interview is the final stage in the selection process. The interview panel members are Directors, Deans, Senior Faculty Members and Alumni. The duration of the interview for each candidate will be for 10 minutes. The interview panel will focus on assessing the attitude, aptitude and aspirations of the applicant besides evaluate the candidate’s general knowledge, communication skills, clarity of thought, expression and aptitude for a career in management.
- What does the selection process comprises of?+The selection process comprises of the following stages: ▪ Group Discussion ▪ Personal interview
- When is the selection process conducted?+Selection process will be conducted from April 06-07, 2024, at IBS Ahmedabad.
- When is the last date to apply for PGPM Program?+The last date to apply for PGPM Program is April 02, 2024.
- Is there any management quota of seats available?+There is no management quota or NRI quota.
- How to get information on Programs and Admission Process of IBS?+The details are available on the website of IBS. On filling the online application, candidates will receive a copy of the PGPM bulletin containing all the details about the institution, programs and processes. It will be sent in the month of March 2024.