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College Admissions: IIM Indore 2026: Eligibility, Cut-Off, Fees & Selection Process
The Indian Institute of Management Indore (IIM Indore) conducts admissions to its flagship Post Graduate Programme (PGP) 2026-28 through the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025, followed by a multi-stage selection process.
As one of India's leading management institutes, IIM Indore follows a structured and merit-based admission system that evaluates candidates on academic performance, test scores, and interview performance.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for the PGP programme must meet the following requirements:
- A Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD categories)
- Final-year students are also eligible, subject to completion within the specified timeline
- A valid CAT 2025 score is mandatory
CAT Cut-Off (Expected 2026)
The minimum qualifying cut-off for shortlisting is:
- General category: 90 percentile overall
- NC-OBC: 80 percentile
- SC: 60 percentile
- ST: 45 percentile
However, candidates typically require a higher percentile (92-93+) for realistic chances of selection due to competition.
Selection Process
IIM Indore follows a three-stage admission process:
Stage 1: CAT-Based Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted based on CAT score along with academic profile and diversity factors.
Stage 2: Personal Interview (PI): Shortlisted candidates are called for the Personal Interview (PI) round (WAT may not be mandatory every year depending on policy).
Stage 3: Final Selection: The final merit list is prepared based on a composite score that includes:
- CAT score (approx. 40%)
- Personal Interview (approx. 45%)
- Academic performance & diversity factors
Fees (Indicative)
The total fee for the PGP programme is typically in the range of ₹20-25 lakh for two years (subject to revision by the institute).
Candidates should refer to official notifications for the exact fee structure for the 2026 batch.
What Applicants Should Know
- Simply meeting the CAT cut-off does not guarantee admission
- Academic consistency (Class 10 & 12 scores) plays a role in shortlisting
- Work experience and diversity factors may add weight in final selection
Final Word
IIM Indore admissions remain highly competitive, with selection based on a holistic evaluation rather than just CAT scores. Candidates aiming for admission should focus on strong percentile, academic profile, and interview preparation.
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