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Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations
R.S. Aggarwal · S. Chand
Chapter-wise concepts and thousands of solved questions for arithmetic.
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Best Books & Mock Tests for IPMAT 2026
Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test · IIM Indore / IIM Rohtak
Entrance for the 5-year integrated BBA+MBA programme at IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak.
Best books for IPMAT — in the order to buy
Start at #1 and work down. The first books cover the full syllabus; later books add depth for scoring subjects.
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Word Power Made Easy
Norman Lewis · Penguin
Builds vocabulary systematically — useful for CAT, GRE and bank exams.
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How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT
Arun Sharma · McGraw Hill
Graded levels of difficulty mirroring CAT quant.
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Best mock tests & practice sets for IPMAT
Take a full mock every week in the early months and every alternate day in the last 30 days. Analyse every test — that is where marks improve.
Official
Official IPMAT notification, syllabus & papers
IIM Indore / IIM Rohtak
Always confirm dates, eligibility and syllabus on the official website before applying.
Visit official siteIPMAT at a glance
Conducted by
IIM Indore / IIM Rohtak
Level
National
Frequency
Annual
Mode
Online (CBT)
Eligibility
Class 12 with 60%; age up to 20.
Official website
https://www.iimidr.ac.inDates, vacancies, fees and age limits change every cycle — always confirm in the latest official notification.
Exam pattern
- 1Aptitude test
- 2Personal Interview
Syllabus — key subjects
Quantitative AbilityVerbal AbilityLogical Reasoning
How to prepare for IPMAT
STEP 1
Month 1 — Foundation
Read the official syllabus and solve one previous IPMAT paper to see where you stand. Start book #1 and #2 from the list above.
STEP 2
Months 2–3 — Concepts
Finish one standard book per subject. Solve topic-wise practice sets the same day you finish a chapter.
STEP 3
Month 4 — Mock phase
Start full-length mocks weekly. Maintain an error log and revisit weak topics after every test.
STEP 4
Last 30 days — Revision
Mocks every alternate day, revise short notes and previous year questions. No new books.
IPMAT — frequently asked questions
Which is the best mock test for IPMAT 2026?
Start with IIM Indore / IIM Rohtak's previous year IPMAT papers, solved under real exam timing. Aim for at least 15–20 full mocks before the exam and analyse every test.
Which are the best books for IPMAT preparation?
The most recommended books for IPMAT are: Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by R.S. Aggarwal; Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis; How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for the CAT by Arun Sharma. Read one good book per subject multiple times instead of many books once.
What is IPMAT?
Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test (IPMAT) is conducted by IIM Indore / IIM Rohtak. Entrance for the 5-year integrated BBA+MBA programme at IIM Indore and IIM Rohtak.
What is the eligibility for IPMAT?
Class 12 with 60%; age up to 20. Always verify the latest criteria in the official notification at https://www.iimidr.ac.in.
What is the IPMAT exam pattern?
IPMAT is conducted in the following stage(s): Aptitude test; Personal Interview. Mode: Online (CBT).
What is the IPMAT syllabus?
The main subjects/sections of IPMAT are: Quantitative Ability, Verbal Ability, Logical Reasoning. Download the detailed syllabus from https://www.iimidr.ac.in.
How often is IPMAT conducted?
IPMAT is held once a year. Dates are announced by IIM Indore / IIM Rohtak in the official notification.
How to crack IPMAT in the first attempt?
(1) Download the official syllabus and previous papers. (2) Build concepts from one standard book per subject. (3) Practise topic-wise sets daily. (4) Start full-length mock tests at least 3 months before the exam and analyse each one. (5) Revise weak areas and keep a short-notes register. (6) Take the last 15 days only for revision and mocks.
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