IBSAT Exam Date 2026: Check Registration, Admit Card, Result Dates
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Content Writer | Updated On - Sep 23, 2026
ICFAI Business School has announced the important dates for IBSAT 2026. The exam will be conducted on eight dates across four consecutive weekends in December 2026 through remote-proctored online mode. Candidates can choose from two daily slots: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Candidates aspiring to take admission to the IBS MBA/PGPM programmes should check the complete IBSAT 2026 schedule before applying. MBA programmes are offered at IBS Hyderabad, IBS Bangalore, IBS Dehradun and IBS Jaipur, while PGPM programmes are offered at IBS Ahmedabad, IBS Gurgaon, IBS Kolkata, IBS Mumbai and IBS Pune.
What Is IBSAT Registration Date?
IBSAT 2026 registration started on July 1, 2026. Instead of one common last date for all test sessions, IBS has announced separate application deadlines for each pair of December test dates.
| Tests | Exam Dates | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Tests 1 & 2 | December 5 & 6, 2026 | December 1, 2026 |
| Tests 3 & 4 | December 12 & 13, 2026 | December 8, 2026 |
| Tests 5 & 6 | December 19 & 20, 2026 | December 15, 2026 |
| Tests 7 & 8 | December 26 & 27, 2026 | December 22, 2026 |
The IBSAT application fee is INR 1,800. Candidates should apply early because slot capacity is limited for each test window.
What Is IBSAT Mock Test Date?
IBS is conducting six IBSAT National Mock Tests in 2026. Registration for the National Mock Test is free. These proctored mock tests help candidates understand the test interface, question format and time-management requirements.
| National Mock Test | Date |
|---|---|
| NMT 1 | July 25, 2026 |
| NMT 2 | August 22, 2026 |
| NMT 3 | September 26, 2026 |
| NMT 4 | October 24, 2026 |
| NMT 5 | November 21, 2026 |
| NMT 6 | December 9, 2026 |
The announced National Mock Test prizes are Rs 2 lakh for Rank 1, Rs 1 lakh for Rank 2, Rs 50,000 for Rank 3 and Rs 5,000 each for ranks 4 to 100, subject to the applicable eligibility and verification conditions.
When Is IBSAT Exam Date?
IBSAT 2026 will be conducted on December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27, 2026. The exam will be conducted in remote-proctored online mode, allowing candidates to take the test from home.
| Test | Day & Date | Test Slots | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Test 1 | Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 11 AM - 1 PM 3 PM - 5 PM | Remote-Proctored Online |
| Test 2 | Sunday, December 6, 2026 | 11 AM - 1 PM 3 PM - 5 PM | Remote-Proctored Online |
| Test 3 | Saturday, December 12, 2026 | 11 AM - 1 PM 3 PM - 5 PM | Remote-Proctored Online |
| Test 4 | Sunday, December 13, 2026 | 11 AM - 1 PM 3 PM - 5 PM | Remote-Proctored Online |
| Test 5 | Saturday, December 19, 2026 | 11 AM - 1 PM 3 PM - 5 PM | Remote-Proctored Online |
| Test 6 | Sunday, December 20, 2026 | 11 AM - 1 PM 3 PM - 5 PM | Remote-Proctored Online |
| Test 7 | Saturday, December 26, 2026 | 11 AM - 1 PM 3 PM - 5 PM | Remote-Proctored Online |
| Test 8 | Sunday, December 27, 2026 | 11 AM - 1 PM 3 PM - 5 PM | Remote-Proctored Online |
Candidates can select their preferred date and time slot through the IBSAT candidate portal, subject to availability. A separate fixed IBSAT 2026 admit-card release date has not yet been announced.
When Is IBSAT Result Date?
IBSAT 2026 results will be declared after each weekend test cycle. IBS has announced that the result will be released on the Monday immediately following each Saturday-Sunday test cycle.
| Tests | Exam Dates | Result Date |
|---|---|---|
| Tests 1 & 2 | December 5 & 6, 2026 | December 7, 2026 |
| Tests 3 & 4 | December 12 & 13, 2026 | December 14, 2026 |
| Tests 5 & 6 | December 19 & 20, 2026 | December 21, 2026 |
| Tests 7 & 8 | December 26 & 27, 2026 | December 28, 2026 |
Scholarship decisions for candidates appearing for IBSAT 2026 will also be announced with the respective test-cycle results. IBS has announced scholarships worth Rs 10 crore, comprising 500 scholarships of Rs 2 lakh each.
Candidates applying through CAT, XAT, NMAT by GMAC™ or GMAT™ can submit their official scorecards after release. Scholarship decisions for candidates applying through these test scores will be announced in January 2027.
IBSAT Selection Process Date
Candidates shortlisted through IBSAT 2026 or an accepted CAT, XAT, NMAT by GMAC™ or GMAT™ score will be called for the IBS selection process. The current selection process consists of a Micro Presentation and Personal Interview. Group Discussion is not part of the current published process. Final admission is based on past academic record and performance in the Micro Presentation and Personal Interview.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Selection Briefings | 2nd to 4th week of January 2027 (Tentative) |
| Selection Process | 2nd to 3rd week of February 2027 at IBS Hyderabad (Tentative) |
FAQs
Ques. What are the IBSAT 2026 exam dates?
Ans. IBSAT 2026 will be conducted on December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27, 2026.
Ques. What is the last date to register for IBSAT 2026?
Ans. There is no single application deadline for all eight tests. The deadlines are December 1 for Tests 1 and 2, December 8 for Tests 3 and 4, December 15 for Tests 5 and 6, and December 22 for Tests 7 and 8.
Ques. When will IBSAT 2026 results be declared?
Ans. Results will be announced on December 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2026 after the respective weekend test cycles.
Ques. Is IBSAT compulsory for IBS Hyderabad?
Ans. No. Candidates can apply using IBSAT 2026 or an accepted CAT, XAT, NMAT by GMAC™ or GMAT™ score for the applicable admission cycle.
Ques. What is the IBSAT 2026 selection process?
Ans. The current selection process consists of a Micro Presentation and Personal Interview. Final selection also considers the candidate's past academic record.
Ques. When are the IBSAT National Mock Tests 2026?
Ans. The six National Mock Test dates are July 25, August 22, September 26, October 24, November 21 and December 9, 2026.
Ques. How much is the IBSAT 2026 scholarship?
Ans. IBS has announced a total scholarship pool of Rs 10 crore for the MBA/PGPM 2027-29 admission cycle, comprising 500 scholarships of Rs 2 lakh each for eligible candidates.
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