IPMAT 2027: Do Class 10 and 12 Marks Matter for IIM Admission?
Do Class 10 and 12 marks matter for IPMAT 2027 IIM admission — IIM Indore eligibility vs IIM Rohtak selection weightage explained.
If you are preparing for IPMAT 2027, you may be wondering whether your Class 10 and Class 12 marks will affect your chances of getting into an IIM.
Do Class 10 and 12 Marks Matter for IPMAT 2027?
Yes, school marks can matter, but their role differs between institutes.
For IIM Rohtak, the 2026 admission policy included Class 10 and Class 12 academic performance in the final selection score.
IIM Indore: How Are Board Marks Considered?
Under IIM Indore's 2026 admission rules, candidates needed to have passed Class 10 and meet the prescribed Class 12 qualification requirements.
IIM Rohtak: Class 10 and 12 Marks Carry Selection Weightage
IIM Rohtak's published 2026 selection policy explicitly included school marks in the final composite score.
IPM Aptitude Test score: 55%
Personal Interview: 15%
Class 10 academic performance: 10%
Class 12 academic performance: 20%
Can a High IPMAT Score Make Up for Low Board Marks?
There is no single answer that applies to every IIM.
How Should You Balance Board Exams and IPMAT Preparation?
Strengthen your school subjects first
Practise aptitude alongside schoolwork
Increase entrance test practice gradually
Final Thoughts
Knowing the selection criteria early can help you organise your preparation without neglecting either schoolwork or aptitude practice.
Discussion (7)
Sneha Reddy
This is a very insightful article. The strategies mentioned are incredibly practical.
Tarun Kapoor
I've been preparing for a few months now and these tips perfectly align with what my mentors have been saying.
Ishita Sharma
Do you have any offline batches starting soon? I need help with the advanced topics.
Karan Mathur
Bookmarked! I will be revisiting this guide before my mock tests next month.
Anjali Gupta
The point about consistent daily practice cannot be overstated. Great read.
Siddharth Verma
Thank you for breaking down such a complex topic into actionable steps.
Priya Bose
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