The IPM landscape has changed significantly in the last two years. Seven IIMs now offer the programme. Here’s the complete, accurate picture. Here’s the list of top 10 best IPM colleges in India.
How we ranked these colleges
We weighted the following factors:
- Hiring organization who recruit students out of the IPM programme, including the average salary and ability of those companies to continue to hire graduates based on prior performance records;
- Recognition of employer brands within the IPM programme specifically;
- Test selectivity/quality of tests for entering the IPM Programme;
- The maturity of the IPM Programme; and
- Publications from IPM faculty and access/involvement of alumni working within their fields.
On newer IIMs: IIM Amritsar along with IIM Shillong introduced their Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) in 2025; therefore, not one of their graduating classes have completed their studies. Therefore, the employment statistics for these two areas will not become available until after 2028. We considered the strength of the institution, the quality of the programme, and the IIM brand as the basis for our ranking of the two institutions.
IIM Indore
- Indore, Madhya Pradesh · iimidr.ac.in
- Duration – 5 years
- Degree awarded – BA (Foundations Management) + MBA
- Avg. CTC ~₹22–25 LPA
- Entrance exam – IPMAT Indore
- Batch size ~150 students
- Max attempts – 3 (hard limit)
While IIM Indore first brought the Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) to India (2011), it has remained the leading reference for IPM today (15 years later). It has the highest level of selectivity, employer recognition, and alumni network of any IPM in India. Graduates of the IIM Indore IPM will typically be hired at 22–23 years old with companies that most professionals will not be able to work for until earning an MBA (27–28 years)
The IPMAT Indore exam is conducted by IIM Indore itself and is the gateway not just to IIM Indore’s IPM but – through score sharing – to IIM Amritsar, IIM Shillong, IIM Ranchi and IIFT Kakinada as well. This makes excelling at IPMAT Indore more valuable than ever: a single exam now potentially opens four institution doors.
Placements are the strongest in the IPM category. McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Goldman Sachs, HUL, and Kotak are among the firms that recruit from this campus.
Why it stands out
- Oldest, most established IPM with 15 years of alumni in senior corporate roles
- Big 3 consulting and top investment banks actively recruit on campus
- AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS triple accreditation globally recognised
- 3-attempt cap adds discipline and brand selectivity to the programme
IIM Rohtak
- Rohtak, Haryana · iimrohtak.ac.in
- Duration – 5 years
- Degree awarded – BBA + MBA
- Avg. CTC ~₹14–19 LPA
- Entrance exam – IPMAT Rohtak
- Batch size ~120 students
- Max attempts – No stated limit
The IPM at IIM Rohtak is the second oldest in the IIM family, inaugurated in 2019, and has taken the placement record very seriously. There have been steady year-to-year increases in median CTcs, with growing quality of the recruiters covering consulting, FMCG, and banking. Proximity to Delhi-NCR allows students some significant edges in internship and networking leverage.
There are three sections in IPMAT Rohtak: Quantitative Ability, Verbal Ability, and Logical Reasoning. This consists of 120 multiple-choice questions to be completed in 120 minutes, with uniform negative marking.
Why it stands out
- Established since 2019 maturing quickly with consistently improving placements
- NCR proximity for Delhi/Gurgaon internships and placement access
- No attempt limit (should fulfill age criteria)
- Full IIM brand with Institute of National Importance status
IIM Ranchi
- Ranchi, Jharkhand · iimranchi.ac.in
- Duration – 5 years
- Degree awarded – BBA + MBA
- Avg. CTC ~₹16-19 LPA
- Entrance exam – IPMAT Indore
- Batch size ~60 students
Established in 2010, IIM Ranchi is part of an older generation of IIMs but still offers several advantages due to its IPM programme. Students at IIM Ranchi benefit from a well-established faculty as well as an academically rigorous environment. In addition to having access to a strong residential campus, IIM Ranchi offers students the opportunity to collaborate with faculty more easily due to its smaller batch sizes. These smaller batch sizes also lead to tighter peer groups and more personalized placement assistance.
Why it stands out
- Among the older second-gen IIMs – stronger institutional foundation than newer peers
- Smaller batches translate to stronger faculty-student engagement
- Permanent campus with proper infrastructure and residential facilities
IIM Bodh Gaya
- Bodh Gaya, Bihar · iimbg.ac.in
- Duration – 5 years
- Degree awarded – BBA + MBA
- Avg. CTC ~₹10–14 LPA
- Entrance exam – JIPMAT (NTA)
- Batch size ~120 students
Using JIPMAT, a NTA-conducted entrance exam for IPM, both IIM Jammu and IIM Bodh Gaya are allowing candidates to apply only once and be eligible for admission to either program with the same exam score. Therefore, IIM Bodh Gaya’s use of JIPMAT as an entrance exam provides efficiency to candidates applying to this program. This will also allow IIM Bodh Gaya’s newest cohort of students to continue building their placement record(s) as previous cohorts continue to enter their respective mid-career positions.
Why it stands out
- JIPMAT covers IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu two seats, one exam, one fee
- Three-section JIPMAT (QA + VA + DILR) tests a broader aptitude profile
- Full IIM brand and Institute of National Importance status
IIM Jammu
- Jammu, Jammu & Kashmir · iimj.ac.in
- Duration – 5 years
- Degree awarded – BBA + MBA
- Avg. CTC ~₹10–14 LPA
- Entrance exam – JIPMAT (NTA)
- Batch size ~140students
IIM Jammu utilizes the same JIPMAT channel as IIM Bodh Gaya and operates out of its permanent site located in Jammu with a favourable backing from the state government. Its location in J&K results in a truly unique profile for the Institute, enabling the Institute’s students to access public and Defence adjacent organisations that are typically not well represented inside other IIM placement systems.
Therefore, the Institute provides valuable assistance to individuals who wish to pursue a career in policy, government, or public sector undertakings, as well as providing corporate opportunity.
Why it stands out
- Permanent campus with strong central government support and investment
- Distinctive location opens government, PSU, and defence-adjacent recruiter access
- Small batch sizes with strong faculty-student ratios
IIM Amritsar
- Amritsar, Punjab · iimamritsar.ac.in
- Duration – 5 years
- Degree awarded – BSQFE + MBA
- Total fees ~₹17.75 lakhs
- Entrance exam – IPMAT Indore
- Batch size – Approx. 60
- Maths required- Yes (Class XII)
IIM Amritsar officially launched its IPM programme on February 4, 2025, making it the 6th IIM to offer the five-year integrated route. What makes it distinctly different from every other IPM on this list is its academic positioning: the programme is called i-MBA (Integrated MBA) and leads to a dual degree a Bachelor of Science in Quantitative Finance and Economics (BSQFE) after three years, and an MBA after five.
In order to be admitted to the programme, students must apply for IIM Indore separately with their IPMAT Indore score. Mathematics will be a mandatory requirement during Class XII. All other IPM programmes do not have a required stream.
Why it stands out
- Newest IIM to launch IPM (Feb 2025), the 6th IIM with this programme
- Unique BSQFE + MBA dual degree, explicitly quantitative and finance-focused
- Admission via IPMAT Indore score, no separate entrance exam needed
- Mathematics in Class XII is mandatory, selective intake from quant-capable students
- Exit option after 3 years with BSQFE degree
- 5 international supernumerary seats, open to foreign/NRI candidates with SAT scores
- Mentored by IIM Kozhikode; visiting faculty from IIM-A, IIM-C, and others
IIM Shillong
- Shillong, Meghalaya · iimshillong.ac.in
- Duration – 5 years
- Degree awarded – BBA + MBA
- Fees (Yr 1–3) ~₹4 LPA
- Entrance exam IPMAT Indore
- First batch size – 60 students
Among the older second-generation IIMs, IIM Shillong launched the IPM programme on 1st April 2025 (making it the seventh of total 7 IIMs to do so). Established in 2007, IIM Shillong has developed a solid reputation with its well-established PGP (Post Graduate Programme). The IPM Programme at IIM Shillong draws from this strong institutional infrastructure and will take advantage of its existing pool of experienced faculty.
The selection process for the IPM programme will take place via a Personal Interview after the IPMAT (Integrated Programme in Management Admissions Test) application and is based on the composite score created by combining the Class X & XII scores, along with the IPMAT score. The minimum required to meet the eligibility criterion is 70% (General) or 65% (SC/ST/DA) for both Class X and Class XII.
The curriculum will be NEP-compliant and there will be 3 exit points in the first 3 years for students (i.e., after Year 1 – Certificate; after Year 2 – Diploma; after Year 3 – BBA Degree), with the final 2 years of study comprised of the approved existing PGP curriculum and access to more than 75 electives in specialized study. The campus, located in the hills of Meghalaya, is one of the most aesthetically beautiful campuses in existence among all IIMs.
Why it stands out
- 7th and newest IIM to offer IPM – launched April 2025
- IIM Shillong is an established, older IIM (est. 2007) – not a brand-new institution
- Admission via IPMAT Indore no additional exam needed for IPMAT aspirants
- Three flexible exit options after Years 1, 2, and 3
- One of the most scenic IIM campuses in India Shillong’s rolling hills and pine forests
IIFT Kakinada
- Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh · iift.ac.in
- Duration – 5 years
- Degree awarded – BBA (BA) + MBA (IB)
- Fees per year -~₹4 LPA
- Entrance exam- IPMAT Indore
- Seats – 60 seats
In 2022, Kakinada launched the IIFT (Indian Institute of Foreign Trade). On our list, it’s truly underrated. IIFT is an established institution with over 55 years of experience in international business education. The Delhi campus, one of India’s top MBA schools for International Business. Its Kakinada campus takes on its DNA and offers it in five-year integrated format.
After three years, this program gives you your BBA (Business Analytics) and after five years an MBA (International Business). This degree combo is very unique in the IPM space, and it is extremely relevant for people who want to work in international trade as a consultant or in data-driven roles. Admissions will utilize the IPMAT Indore scores, meaning if you’ve applied to test for IPMAT you can attempt to gain entry here with no additional testing required.
Why it stands out
- IIFT brand — 55+ years of excellence in international business education
- Unique BBA (Business Analytics) + MBA (International Business) dual specialisation
- Admission via IPMAT Indore — no separate exam needed
- Highly affordable fees (~₹4 LPA) relative to IIM programmes
- Strong orientation toward global business, trade, and analytics careers
Nirma University – Institute of Management
- Ahmedabad, Gujarat · nirmauni.ac.in
- Duration – 5 years
- Degree awarded – BBA + MBA
- Avg. CTC ~₹8–12 LPA
- Entrance exam – IPMAT / own test
- Batch size ~120 students
The Institute of Management at Nirma University is a leading non-IIM/non-IIFT school and offers integrated management programs that predate the IIM IPM ecosystem. Thus, the administrators have developed a large number of alumni, especially in the FMCG, pharma, and chemical industries in Gujarat. The Institute also accepts IPMAT Indore scores for admission, allowing students who prepare for the IPMAT an opportunity to apply to this Institute without taking another exam.
The proximity of Nirma University to IIM Ahmedabad is another factor that has a positive impact, with Ahmedabad being home to some of the most progressive family businesses and conglomerates in India. As a result, there is an overall cultural commitment to management education in the Ahmedabad region.
Why it stands out
- Best non-IIM/non-IIFT option for integrated management education in India
- Decades of alumni across India’s corporate sector — especially Gujarat industry
- Accepts IPMAT Indore scores
- Ahmedabad: one of India’s best cities for business education and industry access
Christ University
- Bengaluru, Karnataka · christuniversity.in
- Duration – 5 years
- Degree awarded – BBA + MBA
- Avg. CTC ~₹7–10 LPA
- Entrance exam – CUET / own test
- Batch size ~60–80 students
The non-IIM institution on the integrated management programme list in India from this group is Christ University in Bangalore. Christ University has been accredited by the NAAC (the National Assessment and Accreditation Council), which is the highest level of accreditation available through post-secondary education in the country. Additionally, Christ University has developed an extensive and engaged alumni community throughout the Indian corporate and start-up sectors, particularly within technology.
Christ University’s location in Bangalore can be considered the most geographically advantageous for students seeking a career in technology, product management, or a start-up as compared to the other selected non-IIM institutions outside of Delhi-NCR. The financial requirements of the Christ University programme will also be significantly lower than the costs required for IIM institutions, making Christ University’s programme an excellent value for students that have not gained admittance to either IIM or IIFT.
Why it stands out
- NAAC A++ highest accreditation rating in Indian higher education
- Bengaluru location: unmatched access to tech, startup, and product management roles
- Large active alumni network in India’s corporate and startup ecosystem
- Significantly more affordable fees than IIM or IIFT programmes
Final word
The IPM landscape in 2027 will be both exciting and complex. The seven IIMs, along with a government trade institute and two strong private institutions, are offering five integrated management programmes that show credibility. As students prepare themselves to take IPMAT Indore, that one score will open up four other institutions. Therefore, use research, apply broadly, and do not underestimate the newer IIMs because the IIM brand will continue to have a greater reach than many students think.
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