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IIM Ahmedabad Admission 2026: Cut-Off, Fees, Selection Process Explained
The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) remains one of India's most competitive management institutes, with admissions for the 2026-28 PGP (MBA equivalent) batch based primarily on CAT 2025 scores, along with a multi-stage evaluation process.
Cut-Off for IIM Ahmedabad Admission 2026
For the 2026 admission cycle, IIMA has increased its qualifying CAT cut-offs, making the process more competitive.
- General/EWS category: 95 percentile (overall)
- Sectional cut-offs: 85 percentile per section
- NC-OBC: 90 percentile
- SC: 80-85 percentile
- ST: 75 percentile
However, it is important to note:
- Meeting the minimum cut-off does not guarantee an interview call
- Final converts typically require 99+ percentile (especially for general category) based on trends
Selection Process: How Candidates Are Shortlisted
IIM Ahmedabad follows a two-stage selection process:
Stage 1: Shortlisting for AWT & PI
Candidates are shortlisted based on:
- CAT 2025 score
- Academic performance (Class 10, 12, Graduation)
- Work experience and profile
Shortlisted candidates are invited for:
- AWT (Analytical Writing Test)
- PI (Personal Interview)
Stage 2: Final Selection
Final admission is based on a composite score, which includes:
- Personal Interview (high weightage)
- CAT score
- Academic profile
- Work experience and diversity factors
In many cases, PI performance plays a decisive role in final selection.
Fees for IIM Ahmedabad MBA Programme
For recent batches, the fee structure has been:
Approximate total programme fee: ₹27-28 lakh for 2 years
This typically includes:
- Tuition fees
- Academic facilities
Additional expenses may include:
- Accommodation
- Mess charges
- Personal expenses
The exact fee for the 2026-28 batch will be officially announced by IIMA.
Reservation Policy
Admissions follow Government of India norms:
- 27% - OBC
- 15% - SC
- 7.5% - ST
- 10% - EWS
- 5% - PwD
Key Points for Aspirants
- CAT score is important, but not the only factor
- Academic consistency and profile matter significantly
- Interview performance can strongly influence final selection
- Cut-offs are among the highest in India for MBA admissions
Conclusion
IIM Ahmedabad's admission process for 2026 reflects a highly selective and multi-dimensional evaluation system. While CAT cut-offs set the eligibility benchmark, final admission depends on a combination of academic performance, interview assessment, and overall profile.
Candidates are advised to rely on official IIMA notifications for exact timelines and updates related to admissions.
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