IIM Raipur Admission 2027 is based on CAT 2026 for its main PGPM course. The institute also offers EPGP for working professionals. The PGPM annual fee is INR 11,18,860, while the EPGP total programme fee is INR 23,75,000.

IIM Raipur follows the Joint Admission Process (JAP) for PGPM along with IIM Kashipur, IIM Ranchi, and IIM Tiruchirappalli. One JAP application is used for all four institutes. Admission to PGPM and EPGP is fully merit based, and the institute does not offer management quota or NRI quota seats.

Admission Update:
  • PGPM (2027-29 batch): CAT 2026 registration ended on September 15, 2026. The CAT exam will be held on November 29, 2026. The IIM Raipur JAP application window is likely to open after the CAT result in January 2027.
  • EPGP: IIM Raipur will announce application cycle details for the next batch on iimraipur.ac.in. Students can write to admissionqueries@iimraipur.ac.in for the latest status.
  • IIM Raipur takes part in the Joint Admission Process (JAP). Students must choose IIM Raipur while filling the CAT form to get shortlist calls from the JAP portal.
  • The minimum graduation score is 60% for General, EWS, and NC-OBC students, 50% for SC students, and 45% for ST and PwD students.
  • PGPM Personal Interview centres include Bangalore, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, and the IIM Raipur campus.
  • IIM Raipur does not have direct admission or management quota seats. Admission is only through the JAP merit process.

IIM Raipur Admission Portal 2027: iimraipur.ac.in

Direct Admission at IIM Raipur: IIM Raipur has no direct admission route and no management quota. PGPM seats are allotted through JAP using CAT score, Personal Interview performance, and academic profile.

IIM Raipur Important Dates 2027

Event Date
CAT 2026 Admit Card Nov 4, 2026
CAT 2026 Exam Nov 29, 2026
CAT 2026 Result Dec 24, 2026 (Tentative)
JAP Application Window (2027-29) Jan 2027 (Tentative)
Shortlist Release and PI Invites Feb 2027 (Tentative)
Personal Interviews Feb to Apr 2027 (Tentative)
Final Offers Apr to May 2027 (Tentative)
Programme Starts Jun 2027 (Tentative)

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

IIM Raipur PGPM Admission 2027

PGPM is the main two-year management programme at IIM Raipur. For the 2027-29 batch, students will be shortlisted through CAT 2026 and the common JAP process followed by IIM Raipur, IIM Kashipur, IIM Ranchi, and IIM Tiruchirappalli. The annual PGPM fee is INR 11,18,860.

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

IIM Raipur PGPM Eligibility Criteria

Category Minimum Graduation Min CAT Percentile (Sectional)
General 60% aggregate in any bachelor’s degree 75 per section (VRC, DILR, QA)
EWS and NC-OBC 60% aggregate 60 per section
SC 50% aggregate 45 per section
ST and PwD 45% aggregate 25 per section

The sectional and overall percentile cutoffs are taken from the JAP 2026-28 batch criteria for reference. IIM Raipur will announce the 2027-29 batch cutoffs after CAT 2026 results.

  • Students with CA, CS, or CMA qualifications can apply without a bachelor’s degree if they have 50% marks in the CA/CS/CMA qualification.
  • Final year students can apply, but they must finish graduation before joining the programme.
  • The overall CAT percentile minimum for the General category, as per the JAP 2026-28 reference, is 95.25.

IIM Raipur PGPM Selection Criteria 2027

JAP prepares a composite score out of 100 points for all four participating IIMs. CAT score carries the highest share, while Personal Interview, academics, work experience, and diversity factors are also counted. The weightages below follow the official JAP 2026-28 criteria.

Component Weightage
CAT Score (total) 52%
Personal Interview 20%
Work Experience 10%
Undergraduate Performance 5%
Gender Diversity 6%
12th Standard Marks 3%
10th Standard Marks 2%
Academic Diversity 2%
  • Work experience has a 10% share in the composite score. Freshers get no marks for this part, but they can still apply.
  • The PI round is held in Bangalore, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, and at the IIM Raipur campus.
  • JAP coordinators allot one PI city to each shortlisted student. A student may be called to any one JAP IIM campus.

Key insight: Students can cover IIM Raipur, IIM Kashipur, IIM Ranchi, and IIM Trichy through one JAP application linked with CAT registration. Those who do not select these IIMs during CAT registration will not get the JAP shortlist, and there is no later separate registration window.

How to Apply for PGPM at IIM Raipur?

  • Step 1: Register for CAT 2026 at iimcat.ac.in and choose IIM Raipur, along with any other JAP IIMs preferred. CAT 2026 registration closed on September 15, 2026.
  • Step 2: Take CAT 2026 on November 29, 2026.
  • Step 3: After the CAT result in December 2026, fill the JAP application on the joint portal, expected in January 2027.
  • Step 4: If shortlisted, attend the Personal Interview at the allotted city.
  • Step 5: Confirm the final offer by accepting it and paying the seat acceptance fee.

IIM Raipur EPGP Admission 2027

EPGP at IIM Raipur is a one-year full-time residential programme meant for senior working professionals. Applicants need at least 5 years of full-time work experience after graduation. The selection process for EPGP is separate from JAP, and the total programme fee is INR 23,75,000.

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

IIM Raipur EPGP Eligibility Criteria

Criterion Requirement
Education Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks
Work Experience At least 5 years of full-time post-graduation work experience
Selection Application review, group discussion, and Personal Interview

The fee is subject to revision and is given for reference. Students should contact the college or visit iimraipur.ac.in for the exact fee details.

How to Apply for EPGP at IIM Raipur?

  • Submit the application through the IIM Raipur admission portal at iimraipur.ac.in/admission after the EPGP application cycle begins.
  • For current cycle dates and form details, write to admissionqueries@iimraipur.ac.in or call +91-771-2474612.

IIM Raipur Scholarships

IIM Raipur offers scholarships for PGPM students on merit and need-based grounds. Students from SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories can also apply for central government fellowships through the National Scholarship Portal.

  • Merit scholarships are given to top PGPM performers based on academic performance. The institute announces the rules and amounts at the beginning of each academic year.
  • Need-based support is available for students who show financial hardship. Applications are handled through the Student Affairs office.
  • SC/ST students can apply at scholarships.gov.in for post-matric and central sector scholarships.
  • For the 2027-29 batch scholarship eligibility thresholds, students can contact admissionqueries@iimraipur.ac.in.

IIM Raipur Admission FAQs

Ques. How does JAP work for IIM Raipur PGPM admission?

Ans. JAP is the shared admission route for IIM Raipur, IIM Kashipur, IIM Ranchi, and IIM Tiruchirappalli. Students who choose these IIMs while registering for CAT are considered through one joint application. After CAT results, shortlist calls and PI updates are sent through the JAP portal.

Ques. What CAT score is needed for IIM Raipur PGPM?

Ans. For planning with the JAP 2026-28 reference criteria, General category students need 95.25 overall percentile and at least 75 percentile in each section. NC-OBC and EWS students need 88.5 overall with 60 sectional percentile. SC students need 75 overall, while ST and PwD students need 44 overall. The 2027-29 cutoffs will be released after CAT 2026 results.

Ques. Can freshers apply for PGPM at IIM Raipur?

Ans. Yes. Work experience is not compulsory for PGPM admission. Freshers can apply. However, work experience has a 10% weight in the final composite score, so students with suitable job experience may gain extra marks.

Ques. How much is the PGPM fee at IIM Raipur?

Ans. The annual PGPM fee at IIM Raipur is INR 11,18,860. For two years, the cost comes to INR 22,37,720. The fee may change for the 2027-29 batch, so students should confirm the exact amount on iimraipur.ac.in before applying.

Ques. What graduation marks are required for IIM Raipur admission?

Ans. General, EWS, and NC-OBC students need at least 60% aggregate in graduation. SC students need 50%, while ST and PwD students need 45%. CA, CS, and CMA qualified students without a bachelor’s degree need 50% in the professional qualification.

Ques. Which cities host IIM Raipur PGPM interviews?

Ans. PGPM interviews are held at Bangalore, Delhi, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, and the IIM Raipur campus. JAP allots the interview centre to each shortlisted student, and students cannot select the city on their own.

Ques. Is there any direct seat at IIM Raipur?

Ans. No. IIM Raipur does not offer management quota or direct admission. Every PGPM seat is filled through JAP, where CAT score, Personal Interview performance, and academic profile decide the final merit list.

Ques. Are final year bachelor’s students eligible for IIM Raipur PGPM?

Ans. Yes. Students in the last year of graduation can apply for JAP and PGPM. They must complete the degree and submit proof with the required minimum percentage before joining the programme in June 2027.

Ques. What is the final selection formula for IIM Raipur PGPM?

Ans. The JAP 2026-28 criteria use CAT score at 52%, PI at 20%, work experience at 10%, UG performance at 5%, gender diversity at 6%, Class 12 marks at 3%, Class 10 marks at 2%, and academic diversity at 2%. This shared framework applies to all four JAP IIMs, including IIM Raipur.