The questions in an IIM Indore IPM interview are mostly about academics. They are focused on your personal introduction. That is, your hobbies and interests are well taken into account and questions will be asked right on that to check the depth of your 'desired field'.
They inquire about your favorite subjects and pose questions about them. They want to know why you want to take the course, what your future plans are, your strengths and weaknesses, and your knowledge of current events. They also assess your general knowledge and mental alertness. Though the questions are simple, you will be bombarded with them in order to put you under pressure.
If they believe you are well-versed in your subjects, they will dig deeper and only leave you if you are exhausted. If you succeed in all of this, you will undoubtedly find yourself inside the circular column of IIM Indore. The IPM interview is one-of-a-kind, personifying the course itself. It is both difficult and simple at the same time.
IIM Rohtak has been ranked at an impressive 12th rank in NIRF 2023 rankings. People have doubts about joining IIM Rohtak as it stands below the top IIMs. However, IIM Rohtak is rapidly growing and achieving new heights and you should not worry about choosing IIM Rohtak for your studies.
The IPM is a 5-year integrated management program at IIM Rohtak. On completion of this program, you will receive a BBA+MBA degree. If you attain a 5.0 CGPA in your first three years, then only will you be eligible to continue for the next two years for your MBA. Otherwise, you will exit the program with a BBA degree with a CGPA not below 4.0.
Even if you wish to exit the course after 3 years, you can do so by informing the office within the stipulated time in the third year of the course. Instead of joining another institution for your BBA and then trying for IIM A/B/C through your CAT, you should join the IPM program at IIM Rohtak. Even if you do not score as much in your CAT, you will have the backup plan of completing your MBA from IIM Rohtak (in this case you will get a single CAT attempt in November third year). Most students from the IPM program at IIM Rohtak give their CAT or GMAT in the third year. So if you wish to switch to another higher-ranking IIM or go for a foreign MBA, you can do so.
The IIM Rohtak campus offers all the facilities to its students and you will also enjoy life at Rohtak in general. Rohtak is only 70 km away from Delhi so the international airport is only an hour or two’s drive from the IIM Rohtak campus.
The cost for the course is around INR 36 Lakhs, which is on the expensive side. However, you also get to stay at IIM for 5 years and learn from some of the best teachers in India.
You can consider the fee structure, placements, and other aspects before joining the program. However, if you do make up your mind, the IPM course at IIM Rohtak is a good choice.
IIM Rohtak is a very newly established IIM that has yet to make its place in the IIM family. Because of its recent establishment people deem it not worthy of the IIM tag. But in reality, it’s gradually picking up pace and by the time its first batch will graduate (2024), it will have climbed the ladder higher.
People think the IPM program offered by IIM Rohtak is a backdoor for people who want to escape the CAT exam. In reality, most of the students plan to give CAT or GMAT or both at the end of their third year.
Even if one compares Rohtak and Indore, we can clearly see that Rohtak is way ahead of Indore. The first batch placements of Rohtak are better than Indore.
Some consider the lack of connectivity and cost also a reason why Rohtak is not worth it. But let me shed some light on this matter. Rohtak is just 70 km away from Delhi. The International airport is just an hour or two 's drive from the campus. So the connectivity issue is resolved here. As far as the cost is considered, one should not underestimate the 5 years he will be spending at an IIM campus with top-notch facilities and the most learned faculty and brilliant peers. All the investment is worth it. The final decision is yours to make but does remember that IIM Rohtak will have climbed the ladder in just a few years.
Getting into IPM at IIM Indore is quite competitive. It entirely depends on the Individual. If you're good at Math, Logical Thinking, and English, then cracking the IPMAT shouldn't be too difficult for you. The IPM Entrance Exam involves a lot of Studying and Practicing because over 30,000 students take it, and the number is rising every year.
IIM Indore IPM Interview checks if you're a Good fit for the Program. The Interview is usually Tough but also Clear and Direct. In the interview, first they ask about you, like your Hobbies and Interests. Your hobbies and interests are important, and they ask questions about them to see how much you know about your favorite subjects or activities.
My brother had his interview at IIM Ranchi last year for IPM. His 10th marks were 95% and 12th (PCB) marks stood at 78.4%. His interview was scheduled for the afternoon. He was welcomed by 2 male panelists who seemed quite comfortable and asked him if he had had lunch before appearing for the interview. Then they asked him the following questions
From the above list of questions, we can boldly say that the majority of the questions are aimed at testing your general knowledge. If you have a confident aura, you will easily win their favor.
Pro tip: You can direct the interview to a favorable topic by elaborating on any specific answer.
The IPM fee structure of IIM Indore was last updated on 16th June 2023, for the batch of 2023-28.
For Resident Indian students, the course fee for the first 3 years is Rs. 5 Lakhs per year. This fee is Rs. 7.5 Lakhs per year for International students. Other fees include a Medical Insurance of Rs. 711 each year, a mess deposit of Rs. 54,000 each year, and a refundable caution deposit of Rs. 50,000 in the first year. The caution deposit is refunded after completing the 5 year course. The course fee for 4th and 5th year will be the same as the updated PGP fees for 2026-2028 batch.
The cost of lodging, tuition, internet facilities and library is all combined into the total course fee for each year. The course fee does not include textbook cost. The course and mess charges are payable in three installments. IPM students, during the first 3 years, get a shared accommodation. Single room accommodation is made available for 4th and 5th year students.
This is the complete breakdown of fee structure for IPM at IIM Indore.
With a little bit of effort, average students can get into IPM IIM Indore. If you have a flair for Mathematics and English and you have prepared well for the entrance, you should be able to clear the entrance examination.
The WAT and PI round differentiates the students who are good at solving MCQs from those who have good conceptual clarity, knowledge, and presence of mind. If you have these qualities, it won’t be that difficult to get admission to IIM Indore IPM program.
Before answering your question let me draw a comparison between both the colleges on the basis of the given factors
Particulars |
IIM Rohtak |
NMIMS |
Fees |
?9.9 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) |
?11.95 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) |
Average CTC |
INR 16.06 LPA |
INR 23.07 LPA |
Highest CTC |
INR 32.00 LPA |
INR 57.65 LPA |
Total Recruiters |
80+ |
40+ |
If you are still not satisfied, let me tell you one very important point. Choosing NMIMS will make you a BBA graduate only whereas the IPM program at IIM Rohtak will make you an MBA graduate. So choose wisely!
IIM Indore IPM is better. This program was the first of its kind, in India and 6 batches have already graduated. As per the 2022 placement highlights, the average CTC for IPM was INR 25 LPA. At IIM Rohtak, IPM is a new course. The first batch will graduate in 2024.
Other than these factors, the two IPM programs vary in terms of course curriculum and selection criteria.
IIM Indore uses a holistic approach to select candidates for its courses. So there’s no minimum score in IPMAT that can guarantee a call. For final selection, the IPMAT score, past academic record, work experience (if any) and interview performance of a candidate are all given weightage.
Aim for the best results in IPMAT, but keep in mind that these scores won’t solely get you a seat into IIM Indore. The competition is quite high, so try to score as good as possible, and leave no stone unturned.
Instead of focusing on a particular score, make it your goal to perform your level best in the IPMAT. You can check the previous year IPMAT (overall and section-wise cutoffs) to get a basic idea of the minimum requirement.