Complete Guide to Five-Year Integrated Programme in Management

What is IPM?

The Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) is a five-year dual-degree management course designed for students after Class XII who want to build a career in business and leadership. It combines undergraduate education with postgraduate management studies (BBA + MBA) — letting students start their management journey early and graduate as an MBA without a separate entrance later.

Why Choose IPM?

IPM offers:
✔ Early start into management education
✔ Holistic growth — foundation courses first, advanced management later
✔ Dual degree (BBA + MBA)
✔ Internships and industry exposure built into the curriculum
✔ Leadership and analytical skill development right from Year 1

These programmes are rapidly gaining popularity among high school pass-outs aspiring for top B-school careers.

Top IIMs Offering IPM

1. IIM Indore – Five Year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM)

The last date to apply for the IIM Indore IPMAT 2026 exam is March 14 2026

Overview:

• First IPM introduced in India (2011); pioneer among all IIMs. (IIM Indore)
• A comprehensive 5-year curriculum made of 15 terms, where first 3 build foundation in humanities, social sciences, maths and management, and last 2 follow the PGP (MBA) curriculum. (IIM Indore)
• Includes social and business internships for real-world exposure. (IIM Indore)
• Upon completion, students receive Bachelor of Arts (Foundations of Management) + MBA, under the dual degree structure. (IIM Indore)

👉 Official Website: https://iimidr.ac.in/programmes/academic-programmes/five-year-integrated-programme-in-management-ipm/ (IIM Indore)

🏫 2. IIM Rohtak – Integrated Programme in Management (IPM)

The last date to apply for the IIM Rohtak IPM admission 2026 is April 6 2026

Overview:

• A 5-year dual-degree course similar to Indore’s IPM, aimed at shaping young managers and entrepreneurs. (iimrohtak.ac.in)
• Programme includes foundation courses followed by advanced management studies, with internships and experiential learning. (iimrohtak.ac.in)
• To qualify for the MBA part after 3 years, students must maintain required academic standards. (iimrohtak.ac.in)

Eligibility Highlights:

• Minimum 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/DAP) in both Class X and XII. (iimrohtak.ac.in)
• Maximum age 20 years (25 for SC/ST). (iimrohtak.ac.in)
• Admission through IPM Aptitude Test (IPM AT) followed by evaluation. (iimrohtak.ac.in)
  

👉 Official Website: https://www.iimrohtak.ac.in/ipm.php (iimrohtak.ac.in)
👉 Admission Details: https://www.iimrohtak.ac.in/ipm-admission.php (iimrohtak.ac.in)

🎓 3. IIM Ranchi – Integrated Programme in Management (IPM)

The last date to apply for the IIM Ranchi IPMAT 2026 exam is March 14 2026

Overview:

• A full-time, five-year integrated management programme offering holistic education from foundational courses to advanced MBA subjects. (IIM Ranchi)
• Up to 3-year exit allows award of BBA degree if students choose to leave the programme. (IIM Ranchi)
• Accepts IPMAT (conducted by IIM Indore) scores for admissions. (IIM Ranchi)

👉 Official Website: https://iimranchi.ac.in/ipm/ (IIM Ranchi)
👉 Admissions Portal: https://app.iimranchi.ac.in/admission/ipm.html (app.iimranchi.ac.in)

Eligibility & Entrance Exams

Most IIMs offering IPM use IPMAT (Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test) for admissions, a competitive national level management aptitude test for class XII graduates. (online.2iim.com)

• IPMAT for IIM Indore: Multi-section test on Quantitative Ability (MCQ + Short Answers) and Verbal Ability.
• IPM AT – IIM Rohtak: Focused on Quant Ability, Logical Reasoning and Verbal Ability. 
• IIM Ranchi accepts IPMAT scores conducted by IIM Indore. (IIM Ranchi)

General Eligibility:
✔ Passed Class XII with minimum marks (often 60%)
✔ Age limits may apply (varies by institute) (iimrohtak.ac.in)

Benefits of Doing IPM

Advantage	Description
Dual Degree	Earn BBA + MBA in one programme
Early Career Start	Straight after senior secondary school
Internships	Built-in experiential learning
Leadership Preparation	Focus on communication & managerial skills
Global Exposure	Some campuses include exchange programs or exposure opportunities (IIM Indore)

Career & Scope

IPM graduates often move into sectors such as:
🔹 Consulting
🔹 Finance & Banking
🔹 Marketing & Sales
🔹 Operations & Strategy
🔹 Entrepreneurship

With the MBA portion integrated, IPM grads are positioned competitively in the job market, often securing internship opportunities early and senior roles later in their careers.

Conclusion

The IPM Programmes by IIMs — especially IIM Indore, IIM Rohtak, and IIM Ranchi — are excellent pathways for ambitious management aspirants right after Class XII who want a strong foundation plus MBA edge in a single integrated degree. (IIM Indore)

🔗 Official Links to Bookmark

• IIM Indore IPM: https://iimidr.ac.in/programmes/academic-programmes/five-year-integrated-programme-in-management-ipm/ (IIM Indore)
• IIM Rohtak IPM: https://www.iimrohtak.ac.in/ipm.php (iimrohtak.ac.in)
• IIM Ranchi IPM: https://iimranchi.ac.in/ipm/ (IIM Ranchi)