IIBSAT 2026: PGDM Admission Registration, Eligibility and Scholarship Opportunities

A management career begins with the decision to take the next step. For graduates looking to build their business knowledge, develop practical skills and explore new career opportunities, SSIM-IIBS offers another route to PGDM admission through IIBSAT 2026. Conducted by SSIM-IIBS Bangalore, the entrance test provides an opportunity for aspiring managers to apply for the 2027–29 batch and qualify for merit-based scholarships. 

IIBSAT 2026 SSIM-IIBS Autonomous Test will be conducted online on Sunday, 6 December 2026. The test is intended for candidates seeking admission to the institute's PGDM Prime and PGDM NextGen programmes. It also offers an additional opportunity to students who missed CAT or XAT or wish to improve their entrance examination performance. 

Online registration for IIBSAT 2026 begins on 25 October 2026 and closes on 3 December 2026. Candidates who complete the registration process will receive their demo link and login details on 5 December 2026, one day before the examination. The demo allows applicants to check their login access, internet connection and exam setup in advance. 

Candidates applying for admission at SSIM-IIBS must meet the eligibility requirements of their chosen programme. PGDM Prime applicants should hold a bachelor's degree from a recognised university with at least 50% marks in graduation, subject to the applicable admission rules. 

SSIM-IIBS offers PGDM Prime and PGDM Nextgen programmes that connect management education with practical learning, industry interaction and career preparation. Applicants can consider their interests, academic record and career goals before choosing a programme.  

Applicants for the PGDM NextGen Flagship Programme must have secured at least 60% marks in Class 10, Class 12 and graduation. Candidates must also meet the entrance examination and selection requirements applicable to their chosen programme. Reviewing the eligibility criteria before registration can help applicants select a programme that aligns with their academic background and career plans. 

IIBSAT 2026 is a 120-minute online examination consisting of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying a total of 200 marks. The paper is divided into three sections: Verbal Ability, with 30 questions carrying 60 marks; Numerical Ability, with 35 questions carrying 70 marks; and Reasoning Ability, with 35 questions carrying 70 marks. The examination is conducted in English, and there is no negative marking for incorrect answers. 

Candidates can prepare for the test by practicing reading comprehension, vocabulary, numerical concepts and logical reasoning. Regular mock tests and timed practice can help improve accuracy, build confidence and support better time management during the examination. 

SSIM-IIBS offers merit-based scholarships to eligible candidates based on their entrance examination scores. Students applying through CAT, XAT, GMAT, IIBSAT, MAT, ATMA or CMAT can be considered under the applicable scholarship criteria. 

SSIM-IIBS offers merit-based scholarships from ₹60,000 to ₹1,00,000 based on entrance exam scores. Candidates with 60% to 69.99% percentile can receive up to ₹60,000, 70% to 79.99% up to ₹70,000, 80% to 84.99% up to ₹80,000, and 85% or above up to ₹1,00,000. The scholarship is applicable based on the qualifying criteria for CAT, XAT, GMAT, IIBSAT, MAT, ATMA and CMAT. 

IIBSAT 2026 provides aspiring managers with an additional pathway to pursue management education at SSIM-IIBS Delhi. With practical learning, industry interaction and career preparation through its MBA/PGDM Prime and PGDM NextGen programmes, the institute offers students opportunities to develop skills relevant to the business world. Candidates can begin preparing for the examination and complete their registration within the specified dates to take the next step towards the 2027–29 admission batch.