IBSAT 2024 Exam Pattern - Marking Scheme, Section-Wise Pattern

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IBSAT 2024 Exam Pattern

TheICFAI Foundation prescribes the IBSAT 2024 Exam Pattern for admission to various MBA/PGPM and Ph.D. courses. Candidates should have an in-depth knowledge of the IBSAT 2024 exam pattern before appearing for the test. The exam pattern for IBSAT comprises the type of questions, marking scheme, time duration, and the total number of questions.

The IBSAT exam is a computer-based test with 140 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) that must be completed within the time duration of 120 minutes (2 hours). The IBSAT 2024 exam is expected to be conducted on December 23 and 24, 2024 tentatively. Having a detailed view of the IBSAT 2024 exam pattern will help the candidates plan an effective preparation strategy for the IBSAT exam. Candidates can get complete details of the exam pattern of IBSAT 2024 below.

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IBSAT 2024 Exam Pattern Highlights

Some of the major highlights pertaining to the IBSAT 2024 exam pattern can be checked below.

Events

Particulars

Examination Mode

Online

Language of Question Paper

English (only)

Nature of Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Total Number of Questions

140 questions
Number of Sections

4

Name of Sections
  • Verbal Ability
  • Quantitative Aptitude
  • Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency
  • Reading Comprehension
Duration of Examination

2 Hours

Total Questions

140; VA - 50, RC - 30, QA - 30, DA & DS - 30

Marking Scheme
  • +1 Mark per Correct Response
  • No Negative Marking

IBSAT 2024 Section-Wise Breakup of Question Paper

The IBSAT 2024 exam is divided into four sections. The table given below gives a detailed idea of the different sections and the number of questions in IBSAT 2024.

Sections

Number of Questions

Verbal Ability

50

Quantitative Aptitude

30

Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency

30

Reading Comprehension

30

Total

140

IBSAT 2024 Detailed Exam Pattern

Check the detailed IBSAT 2024 exam pattern below for every section:

Detailed Structure of Section 1: IBSAT 2024 Data Interpretation and Data Adequacy

  • There will be 30 questions from this section

  • The difficulty level of this examination would be easy to moderate 

  • Logical reasoning and Critical reasoning are the major sections from which questions are asked in this section of the paper. 

  • Evaluation is also done basis the data interpretation skills of the candidate. 

Detailed Structure of Section 2: IBSAT 2024 Verbal Ability

  • There will be 50 questions from the section of the paper

  • Candidates will be evaluated basis their proficiency in the English language, Vocabulary, Grammar, and Reasoning Skills. 

  • This section of the paper is usually easy 

Detailed Structure of Section 3: IBSAT 2024 Quantitative Aptitude

  • There will be 30 questions from this section

  • The candidates have been evaluated based on their Mathematical and Logical abilities. The candidates must be quick at solving such questions. 

  • This section of the paper is moderate to difficult.

Detailed Structure of Section 4: IBSAT 2024 Reading Comprehension

  • There will be 30 questions from this section

  • Here the candidates will be given 4 unseen paragraphs 

  • There will be 5 to 9 questions from each of the paragraphs. These questions may or may not be very direct questions. 

  • This is a moderately difficult section of the examination. 

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IBSAT 2024 Marking Scheme

The IBSAT 2024 marking scheme is as follows:

For Each Correct Answer

+1 Mark

For Each Incorrect Answer

0 (No Negative Marking)

IBSAT 2024 Section-Wise Weightage

There is no specific time limit for each section of the IBSAT 2024 exam. Candidates will have free access to all the sections at the same time. They can go back and forth to any section they want while answering the paper. Check the section-wise weightage below:

IBSAT 2024 Section

Marks Per Correct Answer

Total Marks 

Weightage

Data Interpretation and Data Adequacy

1

30

21.4%

Verbal Ability 

1

50 

35.8%

Quantitative Aptitude

1

30

21.4%

Reading Comprehension 

1

30

21.4%

Total

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140

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How to Answer Questions in IBSAT 2024

Candidates must ensure to keep the following points in mind while appearing for the IBSAT 2024 exam:  

  • Each of the IBSAT 2024 questions will have four options each, candidates will have to choose any one of the four options given. Only one answer can be chosen for one correct answer.

  • Candidates must know that the difficulty level would be medium and hence the candidates will have to choose one answer to answer the question.

  • If the candidate tries to select two answers, as soon as they select one the other one would be deselected.

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FAQs about IBSAT Exam Pattern

Is there any negative marking for unattempted questions in IBSAT?

No, there is no negative marking for unattempted questions in IBSAT.

How many questions will be asked in IBSAT?

140 questions will be asked in the IBSAT entrance exam. These questions will be divided among four sections.

Will IBSAT be conducted offline?

No, IBSAT exam will be conducted in online mode only. Candidates may check the exam pattern from the official website of IBSAT.

How to answer questions in IBSAT exam?

Each question in the IBSAT exam will be provided with four choices. Candidates will have to choose one of them in order to confirm the answer.

Do all the sections of IBSAT exam carry equal marks?

No, Verbal Ability carries highest marks(50 marks) while rest of the sections carries 30 marks each.

What are the sections of IBSAT exam?

There are four sections in IBSAT exam i.e Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal Ability, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency, Reading Comprehension.

What is the medium of IBSAT exam?

The IBSAT exam will be conducted only in the English language.

What is the total duration of the IBSAT exam?

The total duration of IBSAT is 120 minutes (2 hours). No extra time will be given to any candidate.

Is there any negative marking in IBSAT 2020 exam?

No, there is no negative marking in IBSAT entrance exam.

Can I bring an electronic watch inside the IBSAT examination hall?

No, you can't bring electronic watch inside the IBSAT examination hall.

How many questions will be asked from the Verbal Ability section in IBSAT exam?

50 questions will be asked in the Verbal Ability section of IBSAT exam.

How many sections will be there in IBSAT?

IBSAT exam will be comprised of 4 sections.

My English is not so good. Can I answer the questions of IBSAT exam in Hindi?

No, you have to answer the IBSAT exam questions in English only.

Do we have to attempt all the sections in a prescribed order in the IBSAT exam or we can choose any?

No, there is no predefined order to answer the questions in IBSAT. Candidates can answer any section first. Candidates will have free access to all the sections at the same time. They can go back and forth to any section they want while answering the paper.

What is the paper pattern of IBSAT test?

IBSAT is an aptitude test. The duration of the exam is two hours. The paper is divided into four sections Verbal Ability, Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Ability, and Data Adequacy and Data Interpretation. IBSAT paper has 140 questions in total which are multiple choice questions and they are divided as given below: Verbal Ability: 50 Reading Comprehension: 30 Quantitative Aptitude: 30 Data Adequacy and Data Interpretation: 30

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