GGSIPU 2026: The GGSIPU Common Entrance Test (IPU CET) is a university-level entrance exam conducted by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) for admission to its MBA programs for government and private colleges in Delhi NCR.
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GGSIPU primarily accepts National Level Tests. The admission process follows a strict hierarchy for the MBA (Code 101) program:
- First Preference: CAT Scores (Common Admission Test).
- Second Preference: CMAT Scores (Common Management Admission Test) – Used only if seats remain vacant after exhausting the CAT merit list.
- Third Preference: IPU CET (Code 101) – Conducted by GGSIPU only if seats still remain vacant after CAT and CMAT rounds.
GGSIPU MBA Exam Highlights
| Feature | Details |
| Exam Name | IPU CET (Indraprastha University Common Entrance Test) |
| Program Code | 101 (MBA General, Financial Analysis, International Business) |
| Conducting Body | GGSIPU (Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University) |
| Mode of Exam | Offline (OMR Based) / Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Duration | 2.5 Hours (150 Minutes) |
| Total Questions | 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Maximum Marks | 400 Marks |
| Marking Scheme | +4 for correct answer, -1 for incorrect answer |
Exam Pattern & Weightage: Equal weightage, the MBA CET (Code 101) typically follows this distribution:
| Section | Weightage | Number of Q |
| English Lang & Comprehension | 30% | 30 Questions |
| Numerical Ability | 30% | 30 Questions |
| Reasoning Ability | 30% | 30 Questions |
| General Awareness | 10% | 10 Questions |
| Total | 100% | 100 Questions |
GGSIPU Syllabus Breakdown
English Language & Comprehension (30%)
- Focus: Grammar, vocabulary, and reading speed.
- Topics: Reading Comprehension, Synonyms & Antonyms, Fill in the Blanks, Para Jumbles, Idioms & Phrases, Error Correction, One Word Substitution.
Numerical Ability (30%)
- Focus: Mathematical aptitude up to class 10th/12th level.
- Topics: Percentages, Profit & Loss, Simple & Compound Interest, Number System, Time & Work, Time Speed & Distance, Averages, Ratio & Proportion, Mensuration, Basic Algebra.
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Reasoning Ability (30%)
- Focus: Logical thinking and data interpretation.
- Topics: Coding-Decoding, Series Completion, Blood Relations, Direction Sense, Seating Arrangements, Puzzles, Data Interpretation (Tables, Charts, Graphs), Syllogisms.
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General Awareness (10%)
- Focus: Current events and static GK.
- Topics: Business & Economics (Mergers, CEOs, Brands), Current Affairs (last 6 months), Awards & Honors, Science & Technology, History, Geography.
CET Eligibility Criteria
- Degree: Bachelor’s Degree (3 years min) in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Minimum Marks: Minimum 50% aggregate marks.
- Specific Specializations:
- MBA (Financial Analysis): Candidate must have passed Mathematics at the Class 12th level.
- MBA (IT): Requires B.E./B.Tech with minimum 60% marks or M.Sc. (CS/IT/Electronics) or MCA.
Top MBA Colleges under GGS IPU are
- University School of Management Studies (USMS) – Main Campus (Dwarka)
- Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology (MAIT)
- Maharaja Surajmal Institute (MSI)
- GSIB, Rohini
- Rukmini Devi Institute of Advanced Studies (RDIAS)
IPU Application Steps
- Visit Website: Go to ipu.ac.in or ipu.admissions.nic.in
- Register: Fill out the “GGSIPU Registration” form (usually released in Feb/March).
- Pay Fee: Application fee is approximately Rs. 1500.
- Select Course: Choose MBA (Code 101).
- Enter Scores: Enter your CAT / CMAT details (Application No. / Registration No.).
- Admit Card: Only issued if the university decides to conduct the CET (for non-CAT/CMAT seats).
