IIM Ahmedabad Admission 2027 is handled by the institute for each course separately. The two-year MBA and MBA-FABM use CAT, while MBA-PGPX uses GMAT or GRE and PhD uses approved test scores. The MBA fee was INR 27,50,000 for the 2025-27 batch, including tuition of INR 20,10,000.

Seats are not allotted by any central counselling body. IIM Ahmedabad prepares separate merit lists for every programme, and each course has its own application route, test rule and selection stage.

Admission Update:
  • MBA and MBA-FABM 2027-29: CAT 2026 applications are open. Registration closes on September 15, 2026, 5:00 PM.
  • MBA-PGPX 2027-28: Round 1 ended on September 2, 2026. Round 2 ends on November 23, 2026.
  • PhD 2027: Applications for the 2026 cycle are closed. The next application link is expected in September 2026 (Tentative).
  • IIM Ahmedabad does not offer any domicile quota or state quota.
  • Reservation is as per Government of India rules: 27% for NC-OBC, 15% for SC, 7.5% for ST, 5% for PwD and up to 10% for EWS.
  • General category students must meet the Class 10 and Class 12 average marks floor: 80% for Science, 77% for Commerce and 75% for Arts.
  • The 2026-28 batch had 414 MBA students and 44 MBA-FABM students.
  • Non-male applicants receive 3 bonus points in the Application Rating score.
  • IIM Ahmedabad does not accept online or take-home GMAT and GRE scores for any programme.

IIM Ahmedabad Admission Portal 2027: iima.ac.in

IIM Ahmedabad Important Dates 2027

Event Date
CAT 2026 registration last date September 15, 2026
CAT 2026 exam date November 29, 2026
CAT 2026 result declaration First week of January 2027 (Tentative)
IIMA AWT and PI shortlist release Second week of January 2027 (Tentative)
AWT and PI round February to April 2027 (Tentative)
Admission offer and waitlist release Second week of April 2027 (Tentative)
Last date to accept the offer First or second week of May 2027 (Tentative)
Final year marksheet submission deadline December 31, 2027 (Tentative)
FABM special interest form for non-agriculture candidates Within 5 days of the shortlist (Tentative)
FABM preparatory programme on campus June 2027 (Tentative)
MBA-PGPX Round 2 application deadline November 23, 2026
MBA-PGPX programme commencement 2027-28 session (Tentative)

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

IIM Ahmedabad MBA Admission 2027

The flagship MBA admitted 414 students to its 63rd batch in June 2026. Engineering graduates formed 60.87% of the batch, and the average work experience stood at 24 months.

IIM Ahmedabad has not yet released the shortlisting policy for the 2027-29 MBA batch. The latest announced rules are listed below and can change for the next cycle.

IIM Ahmedabad MBA Eligibility Criteria 2027

Students must satisfy the MBA eligibility rules while filling the CAT form.

Particulars Details
Qualifying degree Bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2
Minimum marks 50% aggregate or equivalent CGPA
Relaxation 45% for SC, ST and PwD candidates
Entrance exam Valid CAT 2026 score, compulsory
Final year students Eligible, subject to a college certificate
Minimum age 19 years as on June 30 of the joining year
Foreign nationals Test centre GMAT, through Supernumerary Quota

IIM Ahmedabad MBA Selection Criteria 2027

The MBA admission process first creates an AWT and PI shortlist. Final admission is then based on interview, CAT, Application Rating and AWT scores.

Stage Component Weightage
Shortlisting for AWT and PI CAT score 65%
Application Rating score 35%
Final selection Personal Interview 50%
CAT score 25%
Application Rating score 15%
Analytical Writing Test 10%

IIM Ahmedabad MBA Cutoff Highlights

  • General and EWS applicants need 95 overall percentile and 85 percentile in every section.
  • NC-OBC students need 90 overall and 80 sectional percentile.
  • SC applicants need 85 overall and 75 sectional percentile.
  • ST applicants need 75 overall and 65 sectional percentile.
  • PwD applicants receive a relaxation of 10 percentile points in overall and sectional cutoffs.
  • A positive raw score is required in all three CAT sections.
  • For General category, the cutoff increased from the earlier 80 overall and 70 sectional level.
  • General category transgender candidates follow the NC-OBC cutoff rules.

Key insight: A CAT cutoff score does not by itself secure an IIM Ahmedabad shortlist. The Class 10 and Class 12 average must also meet the fixed stream-wise floor: 80% for Science, 77% for Commerce and 75% for Arts. Students should check this before planning for CAT.

How the Application Rating Score Works

  • The score combines Class 10, Class 12, bachelor's degree, work experience and gender diversity ratings.
  • Class 12 marks are judged separately for Science, Commerce and Arts streams.
  • Bachelor's marks are scored by academic category, which gives engineers a higher scoring band.
  • Work experience can add up to 5 points after 36 months.
  • Work experience below 12 months carries zero points.
  • Non-male candidates get a fixed gender diversity score of 3 points.
  • The Application Rating score is normalised using the average of the top 50 scores.

Shortlisting in Two Stages

  • Stage 1 selects the best candidates from each academic category.
  • For most academic groups, the General category upper limit is 100.
  • Engineering and science groups have a higher General category limit of 150.
  • Bachelor's marks must be above the 80th percentile of the applicant's academic group.
  • Stage 2 adds candidates only through the composite score.
  • AWT and PI take place in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai and New Delhi.
  • Students choose two interview cities while filling the CAT application form.

How to Apply for IIM Ahmedabad MBA 2027?

  • Complete CAT 2026 registration on the official CAT website with a valid email ID and mobile number.
  • Add personal, academic and work experience information correctly.
  • Fill Class 10, Class 12 and bachelor's marks exactly as shown in the marksheets.
  • Upload the required photograph, signature and category certificate, if applicable.
  • Select IIM Ahmedabad MBA in the programme preference section.
  • Choose two cities for the AWT and PI process.
  • Pay the CAT registration fee online and submit the application.
  • Download and keep the confirmation page.
  • Check the IIMA website after CAT results for the shortlist.

IIM Ahmedabad MBA-FABM Admission 2027

MBA-FABM is IIM Ahmedabad's agri-business MBA. In 2026, 44 students entered the 27th FABM batch, and every student had an agriculture or allied background.

IIM Ahmedabad MBA-FABM Eligibility Criteria 2027

Candidate Type Eligibility Criteria Extra Requirement
Agriculture background Bachelor's or master's in agriculture or allied field with 50% marks None
Non-agriculture background Bachelor's or master's in any discipline with 50% marks Special interest form is compulsory
SC, ST and PwD Same degrees with 45% marks Valid category certificate
  • Agriculture and allied General category applicants require 90 overall and 70 sectional percentile.
  • Commerce, science, engineering and other stream applicants require 95 overall and 75 sectional percentile.
  • NC-OBC agriculture applicants require 85 overall and 65 sectional percentile.
  • SC and ST agriculture applicants require 70 overall and 60 sectional percentile.
  • A missed special interest form deadline leads to cancellation of candidature.

IIM Ahmedabad MBA-FABM Selection Criteria 2027

FABM shortlisting uses the same broad CAT and Application Rating split as MBA, but its final score gives a different weight to the interview.

Stage Component Weightage
Shortlisting composite score Normalised CAT score 65%
Application Rating score 35%
Final composite score Composite score carried forward 50%
Personal Interview 40%
Analytical Writing Test 10%
  • Applicants with an agriculture degree get preference during shortlisting.
  • The normalised CAT score gives equal weight to all three sections.
  • Five-year integrated master's degree students must complete the full programme before joining.
  • Overseas Indian and foreign applicants can apply through GMAT instead.

How to Apply for IIM Ahmedabad MBA-FABM 2027?

  • Use the CAT 2026 application form used for the flagship MBA.
  • Choose MBA-FABM as a programme option in the form.
  • Enter the correct academic category because FABM cutoff rules change by category.
  • Non-agriculture applicants should check the IIMA website after the shortlist is released.
  • Submit the special interest form online within the notified window.
  • Bring all original marksheets for the interview.

IIM Ahmedabad MBA-PGPX Admission 2027

MBA-PGPX is a one-year residential MBA for professionals with work experience. CAT is not used for this programme, and admission is based on GMAT or GRE scores through two rounds.

IIM Ahmedabad MBA-PGPX Eligibility Criteria 2027

Particulars Details
Qualifying degree Bachelor's degree in any discipline, minimum 15 years of study
Minimum age 25 years as on March 31, 2027
Upper age limit No upper age limit
Work experience Minimum 4 years full time after graduation
Accepted exams Test centre GMAT, GMAT Focus Edition or GRE
Score validity Taken within the last 5 years

Note: A student can submit only one PGPX application across the two rounds. Round 1 should be chosen only when the final GMAT or GRE score is ready, since the same application cannot be improved and resubmitted in Round 2.

IIM Ahmedabad MBA-PGPX Selection Criteria 2027

  • The first stage shortlists applicants for the Personal Interview.
  • Shortlisted applicants have to submit essays on given topics.
  • The second stage is an offline face to face interview with IIMA faculty.
  • The panel checks professional profile, career growth and academic readiness.
  • Leadership ability, achievements and interpersonal skills are also assessed.
  • Government of India reservation rules apply for EWS, NC-OBC, SC, ST and PwD candidates.
  • Interviews are held offline.

How to Apply for IIM Ahmedabad MBA-PGPX 2027?

  • Visit the PGPX application portal available through the official IIMA website.
  • Create login details and fill the online form.
  • Submit the official GMAT or GRE score report.
  • Upload the resume and complete academic information.
  • Pay the application fee online.
  • Send the required essays after being shortlisted for the interview.

IIM Ahmedabad Other Courses Admission 2027

IIM Ahmedabad also offers blended and online programmes apart from MBA, MBA-FABM and MBA-PGPX. CAT is not required for these courses, and each programme has its own application schedule.

Programme Broad Eligibility Selection Basis
MBA-BPGP (Blended) Bachelor's degree with work experience Application review and interview
MBA-BPGP in Business Analytics and AI Bachelor's degree with work experience Application review and interview
ePGD-ABA Graduates and working professionals Application review
Faculty Development Programme Teaching or academic professionals Application review
Armed Forces Programme Serving and retired defence officers Application review
One Year MBA, Dubai Campus Bachelor's degree with work experience GMAT or GRE and interview

The application windows for these programmes open at different times. Students need to check the individual programme page on the IIMA website for the active admission cycle.

IIM Ahmedabad MBA vs IIM Bangalore MBA vs IIM Calcutta MBA

IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore and IIM Calcutta all use CAT for MBA admission and prepare their own shortlists. Their main difference is how much importance they give to CAT, interview and past academics.

Particulars IIM Ahmedabad IIM Bangalore IIM Calcutta
Minimum CAT percentile (General) 95 overall 85 overall 85 overall
Minimum sectional percentile (General) 85 in all three 80 in all three 75 to 80 by section
CAT weight at shortlist stage 65% 55 points of 100 65%
Next stage AWT and PI WAT and PI WAT and PI
Interview weight in final score 50% 40 points of 100 48%
Board marks floor Yes, stream-wise floor applies No fixed floor, marks scored as points No fixed floor, marks scored as points
Extra document at interview Original equivalence certificates Two reference letters Original marksheets

IIM Ahmedabad has the toughest entry gate among the three with a 95 percentile minimum. IIM Bangalore allows a lower minimum but gives value to consistent school and degree marks. IIM Calcutta is placed between them and gives strong weight to the interview.

IIM Ahmedabad PhD Admission 2027

The Doctoral Programme in Management is fully funded. IIM Ahmedabad has produced 513 doctoral students so far, and PhD applications are available for 11 specialisations.

IIM Ahmedabad PhD Eligibility Criteria 2027

  • Master's degree or two-year PG diploma with 55% marks.
  • Five-year integrated master's degree with 55% marks.
  • CA, CS or CMA with 50% marks, along with a bachelor's degree with 55%.
  • Four-year bachelor's degree with 65% marks.
  • Reserved category applicants get a 5 percentage point relaxation.
  • Final year students can apply with a certificate.

IIM Ahmedabad PhD Selection Criteria 2027

  • CAT is the standard test for all PhD specialisations.
  • GRE and GMAT can be used instead of CAT for every area.
  • GATE is accepted for Economics, HRM, Information Systems, Public Systems and some other areas.
  • UGC-NET JRF is valid for several management and social science areas.
  • ICAR-SRF is accepted only for Food and Agribusiness.
  • CAT, GRE and GMAT scores are valid for 5 years. GATE and JRF scores are valid for 3 years.
  • Shortlisting is based on test score, academics and experience.
  • A student may choose a maximum of two specialisations.

How to Apply for IIM Ahmedabad PhD 2027?

  • Submit the online form on the IIMA doctoral admissions page.
  • Pay the application fee of INR 500. Reserved category applicants pay INR 250.
  • Select up to two specialisations in the same application form.
  • Upload the valid test scorecard and academic documents.
  • Appear for the interview after being shortlisted.

Key insight: IIM Ahmedabad PhD scholars receive financial support instead of paying for the programme themselves. The monthly fellowship is INR 48,000 during coursework, INR 52,000 after the comprehensive exam and INR 58,000 after thesis proposal approval. A contingency grant of INR 35,000 is also given every year.

IIM Ahmedabad Scholarship 2027

  • The Need Based Scholarship Scheme is available for MBA and MBA-FABM students.
  • Scholarship decisions depend on family income, family assets and the number of dependents.
  • Applications for this scheme are usually invited in May or June.
  • MBA-PGPX entry scholarships cover 25% of the fees.
  • PGPX graduation scholarships add another 15% fee benefit.
  • PGPX entry scholarships are available for defence personnel, government employees and non-male candidates.
  • Sports, fine arts and not-for-profit backgrounds are also considered for PGPX awards.
  • PhD students receive full financial assistance, so they do not need a separate scholarship.

IIM Ahmedabad Admission FAQs

Ques. What is the minimum CAT score requirement for the IIM Ahmedabad MBA?

Ans. General and EWS candidates need at least 95 overall percentile and 85 percentile in each CAT section. The score needed for an interview call is usually higher than this minimum.

Ques. Which entrance tests are accepted for IIM Ahmedabad courses?

Ans. Indian applicants must take CAT for the two-year MBA and MBA-FABM. GMAT or GRE is used for MBA-PGPX and the Dubai one-year MBA. Foreign passport holders can apply through a test centre GMAT under the Supernumerary Quota.

Ques. Are students in the last year of graduation eligible for MBA admission?

Ans. Yes, final year students may apply. They need a certificate from the principal or registrar, and their admission remains provisional until they submit the final degree marksheet.

Ques. What components decide the final MBA selection at IIM Ahmedabad?

Ans. The Final Composite Score gives 50% weight to the Personal Interview, 25% to CAT, 15% to the Application Rating and 10% to AWT. Final selection is made within each reservation category.

Ques. Do fresh graduates have a chance in IIM Ahmedabad MBA admission?

Ans. Yes, freshers can apply and are admitted. Work experience only adds Application Rating points. Applicants get no work experience points below 12 months and can get the maximum 5 points after 36 months.

Ques. Does IIM Ahmedabad offer direct entry or paid management seats?

Ans. No. Admission is based only on the official merit process. IIM Ahmedabad does not have management quota, donation seats or direct admission.

Ques. Is there a separate IIM Ahmedabad MBA application fee?

Ans. No separate MBA application fee is charged by IIM Ahmedabad. Students pay the CAT 2026 registration fee, which is INR 2,700. SC, ST and PwD applicants pay INR 1,350.

Ques. What fee was charged for the IIM Ahmedabad MBA?

Ans. For the 2025-27 MBA batch, the programme fee was INR 27,50,000. This amount included tuition of INR 20,10,000. The 2027-29 fee will be released later and can be revised.

Ques. What was the student intake at IIM Ahmedabad in June 2026?

Ans. IIM Ahmedabad admitted 458 students in June 2026. The batch included 414 students in the flagship MBA and 44 students in MBA-FABM. The intake is not fixed and may change a little each year.

Ques. Are extra admission points given for gender diversity?

Ans. Yes. Non-male candidates receive 3 points for gender diversity. These points are included in the Application Rating score at both stages.