ICFAI Business School (IBS) Pune, Pune Admissions

New Update: IBS is giving the best platform to MBA aspirants in the form of the National Mock Test (NMT) 2024. This is free and will be given at a time when there are cash prizes as well. The winner will get Rs 1,00,000 and the second and the third one will get prizes worth Rs 50,000 and Rs 25,000 respectively. In addition, 97 participants will be rewarded with Rs 5,000 each.

The mock test is in the same pattern as IBSAT, i.e., 140 questions in 2 hours. Therefore, candidates get ample time to fine-tune their preparation for the test. The next date of the test is September 28, 2024. Registration will be free; the candidates can visit the IBSAT National Mock Test page to register.

For detailed information and registration, visit: IBSAT Mock Test.

ICFAI Business School, Pune accepts the online mode of application. The admission procedure basically involves two parameters i.e. either qualifying of the entrance examination conducted by ICFAI University or merit in the last qualifying examination. The entrance examination conducted by the university is the IBSAT examination. IBS Pune offers BBA program at the undergraduate level and Postgraduate Program in Management (PGPM) and the entrance examination is conducted every year for admission to the PGPM program.

Highlights of Admission to IBS Pune

• Candidates seeking admission to either of the programs offered at the business school must qualify the requirements defined by the university.
• The basic eligibility required to apply for admission to BBA is to have passed senior secondary school.
• Admission to PGPM requires a bachelor’s degree in any field securing at least 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized university.
• The final shortlisting is done based on candidates’ performance in the entrance examination along with a Micro Presentations and personal interview round conducted by the university.

The application procedure depends on the month entrance examination is conducted.

Note* The application form needs to be filled through online mode by visiting the official website of the institute.

Admission Procedure of IBS Pune

Admission to BBA

IBS Pune Courses offer BBA program at the undergraduate level. Interested candidates are shortlisted based on the merit in the qualifying examination.

• Candidates seeking admission to BBA program are shortlisted based on their performance in the last qualifying examination.
• IBS Pune Cut off/ IBS Pune Merit decides the admission of students to BBA.

Eligibility Criterion

• Admission to the BBA Program requires a pass in senior secondary school in English medium securing at least 55% marks in aggregate from a recognized board.

Admission to PGPM

ICFAI Business School Pune offers 2-year full time PGPM program at the postgraduate level. The candidates must qualify the entrance examination conducted.

• Candidates seeking admission to the PGPM must qualify IBSAT Entrance Examination followed by the Personal Interview and Micro Presentations round conducted by the university.
• Candidates with a valid score in CAT/GMAT/NMAT entrance examinations are also eligible to apply for admission to PGPM.
• IBSAT Entrance Examination is an online aptitude test conducted by ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education.

Eligibility Criterion

For admission to the PGPM program, the candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in any discipline securing at least 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized university.

Application Procedure of IBS Pune

The application procedure must be completed online by visiting the official website of the university. Students must visit the official website and register themselves for further procedure.

• Visit the official website of IBS Pune.
• Proceed further by clicking on Apply icon.
• Fill the personal and official details and make sure that the details filled in by them are correct as any incorrect detail may lead to cancelation of the candidature.
• The candidates must process the payment of INR 1800 as application fee via any online mode of payment such as Credit card, Debit card, or net banking.

Selection Procedure:

A Micro-Presentation in Selection process is a brief talk or presentation where candidates demonstrate their communication, presentation skills, and ability to think quickly on their feet. Candidates have the opportunity to select one topic out of three. The format allows for 4 minutes in total: 1 minute for preparation and 3 minutes for delivering the presentation.

The Personal Interview is an important part of the Selection Process. Each candidate will be interviewed for 5-7 minutes. The interview panel will focus on assessing the attitude and aspirations of the candidates besides evaluating their General Knowledge, communication skills, clarity of thought and expression, as well as aptitude for a career in management. 

Important Dates 

Eligibility

2 year Management Program (MBA/PGPM):

• Graduation (any discipline) with 50% and above marks with medium of instruction as
  English.
• All applicants should have completed a minimum of 15 years of education (on 10+2+3 or
  10+2+4 basis).
• Candidates not meeting the eligibility criteria of English medium in graduation have to
  submit the TOEFL/ NELT/ IELTS score by May 31, 2025.
• Applicants in their final year bachelor’s degree course are also eligible to apply, provided
  they complete their graduation requirements (including practical examinations / viva /
  assignments) before May 31, 2025. The admission will remain provisional until they
  produce marks sheets and degree certificates establishing their eligibility. The last date
  for submission of proof of graduation is November 01, 2025.
• Eligibility criteria checked from August 2025 onwards. Hence, the onus of ensuring that
  they satisfy the eligibility criteria rests solely with the candidates.

Steps to Apply:

• Online Application: Visit the application portal and complete the form.
• Personal and Contact Details: Enter your personal information and contact details.
• Confirmation: Submit your details to proceed to the payment page.
• Payment: Pay the application fee of Rs 1800.
• Receipt: After successful payment, you will receive a confirmation email/SMS on your
• provided email address and phone number.
• Brochure: Within one week of completing the complete application, the applicants will
• receive a hard copy of the IBSAT Brochure.

IBS Gurgaon Selection Process 2024 including Micro-Presentation

The IBS admission selection process for the MBA/PGPM program at our nine IBS campuses for February 2025 will include two main components: a Micro-Presentation and a Personal Interview, each valued at 25 marks.

During the Personal Interview, candidates will be interviewed for 5 to 7 minutes. The Interview Panel will evaluate candidates based on their attitude and aspirations, general knowledge, communication abilities, clarity of thought and expression, and suitability for a management career.

The Micro-Presentation is designed to assess candidates' communication and presentation skills, and their capacity to think quickly and organize their ideas effectively.

Process:

• Candidates will choose a number between 1 and 100, with each number linked to a specific topic.
• After selecting a number, candidates will receive the associated topic.
• They will have one minute to prepare before delivering a three-minute presentation.

Flexibility:

• If a candidate finds the first topic challenging, they can opt for a second topic by selecting another number between 1 and 100.
• Candidates can choose between the two topics but will not have further opportunities to select again.
• Topics are randomized after each selection; thus, if another candidate picks the same number, they will receive a different topic.

Key Features of the Micro-Presentation

• The Micro-Presentation is an individual task rather than a Group Discussion. Only the candidate presenting will speak, with no interaction or discussion among participants. No questions will be asked during or after the presentation.
• Each candidate presents their topic in front of a group of 9 to 11 peers and 2 Panel Members.

Evaluation Parameters

The Selection Panel will evaluate candidates based on their ability to:

• Think quickly and organize your thoughts effectively.
• Present information clearly and concisely within the three-minute time frame.

Exhibit qualities such as:

• Communication skills
• Logical reasoning
• Relevance to the topic
• Body language
• Confidence

Tips for Candidates for Micro-Presentation

Candidates are encouraged to:

• Quickly outline key points or create an outline during the one-minute preparation period to organize their thoughts.
• Concentrate on delivering critical and relevant information clearly and succinctly.
• Practice maintaining a steady pace to ensure they stay within the three-minute limit.
• Display confidence, clarity, and appropriate body language throughout their presentation.

This new format aims to provide a more effective evaluation of essential skills while ensuring a fair and consistent selection process.