It's official — IIM Bangalore has released the admission schedule for its undergraduate programme for 2026-27. If you're targeting a seat in IIM Bangalore's B.Sc in Data, Business and Entrepreneurship (DBE) straight after Class 12, here are the exact dates, and what to do with the ~3 months before the test.
IIM Bangalore UG 2026-27 — Key Dates
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Application window | 17 August 2026 – 15 October 2026 (up to 5:00 pm IST) |
| UG Admission Test | 15 November 2026 |
| Interviews | 2nd & 3rd week of January 2027 |
| Offers & waitlist | 3rd week of February 2027 |
Source: official IIM Bangalore UG admissions page (ug.iimb.ac.in). Always verify the latest details there before applying.
What is the IIM Bangalore UG programme?
The programme is IIM Bangalore's 3-year Bachelor of Science in Data, Business and Entrepreneurship (B.Sc DBE) — one of the very few undergraduate degrees offered directly by an IIM. It sits at the intersection of data science, business and entrepreneurship, and it is a B.Sc (not a BBA). Admission is through IIM Bangalore's own UG Admission Test on 15 November 2026, followed by interviews.
Quick clarification for aspirants: IIM Bangalore's UG is a different route from IPMAT. IPMAT leads to the 5-year integrated BBA + MBA at IIM Indore (and other IIMs); IIM Bangalore's UG is a standalone 3-year B.Sc DBE with its own test and timeline. If you want both, you prepare for both.
What the timeline means for you
The dates give you a clear runway:
| Now → 15 Oct | 16 Oct → 15 Nov | Dec → Feb |
|---|---|---|
| Complete your application before the 5 pm IST deadline; keep documents ready | ~1 month of focused test prep — concepts + full-length mocks | Interview preparation for the January round; offers by late February |
The single biggest mistake is treating 15 November as far away. You have roughly three months from the application opening to the test — enough to prepare well if you start now, not enough to leave until October.
How to prepare for the IIM Bangalore UG Admission Test
The test rewards aptitude under time pressure, not rote learning. A focused plan:
- Quantitative aptitude — arithmetic, algebra, data interpretation; daily timed practice.
- Verbal ability & reading comprehension — build reading speed and inference.
- Analytical & logical reasoning — the kind of thinking the DBE programme is built around.
- Full-length mocks on the exam pattern — then analyse every mock, don't just take it.
- Interview readiness from the start — the January round matters; a clear "why data + business" narrative wins.
IPM Careers runs a dedicated IIM Bangalore UG Test Series, and in 2026 our students secured 15+ IIM Bangalore UG admissions — led by a 99.94 percentile. If you want structure for the next three months, that's the fastest way to build it.
Targeting IIM Bangalore UG 2026-27?
Applications close 15 October and the test is 15 November — the runway is short. Get exam-pattern mocks, analytical-reasoning practice and interview prep from IIM alumni.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do IIM Bangalore UG 2026-27 applications open and close?
The application window is open from 17 August 2026 to 15 October 2026 (up to 5:00 pm IST), as per the official IIM Bangalore UG admissions page.
When is the IIM Bangalore UG Admission Test 2026?
The IIM Bangalore UG Admission Test is scheduled for 15 November 2026. Shortlisted candidates are then called for interviews in the second and third weeks of January 2027.
Which programme does IIM Bangalore's UG admission lead to?
It leads to IIM Bangalore's 3-year Bachelor of Science in Data, Business and Entrepreneurship (B.Sc DBE) — the institute's flagship undergraduate programme. It is a B.Sc, not a BBA.
When will IIM Bangalore UG offers be released?
Offers and the waitlist are expected in the third week of February 2027, following the January interviews.
How is the IIM Bangalore UG different from IPMAT?
IPMAT is the entrance to the 5-year integrated BBA+MBA at IIM Indore (and other IIMs). IIM Bangalore's UG is a separate 3-year B.Sc (DBE) with its own admission test and timeline — a different exam and a different degree.
How should I prepare for the IIM Bangalore UG Admission Test?
Build quantitative aptitude, verbal ability and analytical reasoning, and practise on the exam pattern with full-length mocks. IPM Careers runs a dedicated IIM Bangalore UG Test Series and produced 15+ IIM-B UG selections in 2026.
Dates as published on the official IIM Bangalore UG admissions page (ug.iimb.ac.in/ug-admissions-2026-27) as of August 2026. Eligibility, accepted scores, seats and fees are listed on the official site — confirm there before applying.