IPMAT Indore 2025 Cut Off: How Many Marks Will Take You to the Interview Room?
(Updated 21 May 2025 | 10-min read) IPMAT Indore 2025 Cut Off
TL;DR
- Paper difficulty jumped a notch in Quant (MCQ) and VA, so raw scores are slightly lower than 2024.
- Most reliable forecasts put the General-category composite cut-off between 170 and 180.
- Sectional safety scores: QA-SA ≈ 24–28, QA-MCQ ≈ 32–36, VA ≈ 102–107.
- Even if you’re on the border, start PI prep now—interview performance can trump a 10-mark gap.
Why the IPMAT Indore 2025 Cut Off Matters
With 30,000-plus test-takers chasing ~150 general-category seats, the IPMAT Indore 2025 cut off isn’t just another number; it decides who moves to the Personal Interview (PI) round—and ultimately who graduates from IIM Indore with a dual degree (BBA+MBA).
If you’re an IPMAT 2026 aspirant, understanding this year’s score bar also sharpens your own target. We’ll break down category-wise predictions, last-year trends, and what to do next—plus a quick heads-up on Learncrew’s IPMAT 2026 coaching starting 31 May 2025 (details later).
Quick Recap of the 2025 Paper
| Section | No. of Qs | Mark per Q | Negative | Observed Difficulty* | Surprise Elements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QA (Short Answer) | 15 | 4 | 0 | Moderate | More coordinate-geo questions |
| QA (MCQ) | 30 | 4 | –1 | Tougher than 2024 | Geometry > Arithmetic |
| Verbal Ability | 45 | 4 | –1 | Lengthy but doable | 3 RCs instead of 2 |
*Based on student polls & IMS analysis (IMS India)
Expected IPMAT Indore 2025 Cut Off (Composite & Sectional)
| Category | QA-SA (60) | QA-MCQ (120) | VA (180) | Total (360) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gen | 26 | 28 | 106 | 160 |
| EWS | 20 | 20 | 75 | 115 |
| OBC | 10 | 20 | 70 | 100 |
| PWD | 8 | 12 | 30 | 50 |
| SC | 12 | 14 | 50 | 76 |
| ST | 8 | 10 | 30 | 48 |
How does this compare with 2024?
| Year | Gen. Cut-off | EWS | NC-OBC | PWD | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 (official) | 172 | 137 | 133 | 112 | 85 | |
| 2024 (official) | 172 (24-35-113) | 131 (16-26-89) | 123 (12-23-78) | 90 (12-18-60) | 55 (8-13-40) (Proper Noun) | |
| 2025 (expected) | 160 | 115 | 100 | 50 | 76 | 48 |
The takeaway: despite a trickier Quant section, VA’s generous marking keeps the overall bar only a few marks higher than last year.
What If You’re Above, On, or Below the Bar?
| Situation | Immediate Action |
|---|---|
| ≥ Sectional & Composite Safe Zone | Dive into PI prep: mock interviews, profile polishing, current-affairs brushing. |
| Cleared composite, missed one section by ≤ 2 marks | Don’t panic—wait for official key, file objections where valid, & prep PI. 2024 saw many such candidates shortlisted. |
| 5–10 marks below composite | Activate Plan B: explore IIM Ranchi, IIM Shillong, Kakinada, Amritsar, Sirmaur (no sectional cut-offs, composite 125-170) (Proper Noun). |
| > 10 marks below | Shift focus to IPM-Kozhikode (BMS), JIPMAT, CUET, NPAT. Application for IIM-K closes 22 June 2025 (PW Live). |
Colleges & Their Typical IPMAT Indore Score Gates
| Institute | Mode of Short-listing | Typical Score Range* |
|---|---|---|
| IIFM Kakinada | Composite only | 160-170 |
| IIM Ranchi | Composite only | 160-165 |
| IIM Amritsar / Sirmaur | Composite only | 125-130 |
| IIM Shillong | Composite + Possible Sectionals | 160-170 |
| TAPMI, Nirma | Composite only | 90-100 |
From faculty conversation in the reference video + college notices (Proper Noun)
Timeline at a Glance (2025 Cycle)
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Answer Key (out) | 20 May 2025 (Careers360 B-School) |
| Window to challenge key | 20–24 May 2025 |
| Final Key & Result | Early June 2025 (expected) |
| PI Short-list | Mid-June 2025 |
| PI Window | Late June–early July 2025 |
| Final Merit List | Last week of July 2025 |
Inside the Numbers: Why VA Rules the Roost
- 45 questions × 4 marks = 50 % of the paper weight.
- VA cut-off is almost the entire make-or-break difference (113 marks in 2024, 102-107 expected in 2025).
- If your QA-MCQ felt rough, compensating in VA was the smartest play.
Score Calculator & Answer-Key Checker
- Visit the official IPMAT applicant portal.
- Enter application ID & password.
- Download the response sheet + provisional key.
- Tally your answers (4 marks correct; –1 wrong on MCQs; zero for skipped; no negative in SA).
- Pop the numbers into our free IPMAT Score Calculator (internal link to be published soon).
What Next for 2026 Aspirants? — Learncrew’s IPMAT 2026 Coaching
Batch Launch: 31 May 2025
Formats: Weekday / Weekend | Online, Offline (Banaswadi) & Hybrid
Hours: 250 + hrs over 4–6 months
Faculty: Lakshman N (Quant & Aptitude) + Naresh Kumar Panda (Verbal & LR)
Extras:
- Full-length mocks on the new 2025 pattern
- Sectional tests & doubt clearing every Sunday
- Personal Interview boot-camp from February 2026
- Access to recorded sessions for 1 year
👉 Reserve your seat: Learncrew IPMAT Coaching (fill the quick form—our counsellors will call within 24 hrs).
Internal Resources to Deep-Dive Further
- Latest IPMAT Exam Pattern 2025—What’s Changed & What It Means for You
- Top Colleges Accepting IPMAT Score in 2025 (with Cut-offs & Fees)
- Learncrew’s Free Mock Test Series for IPMAT 2026
Final Word
The IPMAT Indore 2025 cut off will likely hover just north of last year’s threshold. Whether you’re comfortably above it or hanging by a thread, remember that PI performance can shift the game. And if things don’t pan out, Plan B institutes and the IPM-Kozhikode BMS route are excellent doors.
For 2026 hopefuls, momentum builds now. Let Learncrew walk you through the maze with structured classes, relentless mocks, and faculty who’ve cracked the code.
All the best—and see you at the interview table (or the first day of class)!
