• PGP and PGPBA 2027: CAT 2026 will be conducted on Nov 29, 2026.
• EPGP 2027: Round 2 applications are open, and the last date to apply is Nov 25, 2026.

1. IIM Bangalore Admission Dates
2. IIM Bangalore MBA Admission
3. IIM Bangalore EPGP Admission
4. IIM Bangalore Other Course Admission
5. IIM Bangalore vs IIM Ahmedabad vs IIM Lucknow
6. IIM Bangalore Scholarships
7. IIM Bangalore Admission FAQs

IIM Bangalore Admission Dates 2027

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IIM Bangalore MBA Admission 2027

PGP is the 2-year, full-time residential MBA programme at IIM Bangalore. For the 2027-29 batch, students are shortlisted through CAT 2026 first, and the next steps are the institute's Written Ability Test and Personal Interview.

The institute checks CAT 2026 performance, Class 10 and Class 12 scores, bachelor's degree marks, work experience or professional qualification, gender diversity, WAT and PI before final admission.

Eligibility Criteria 2027

• Applicants need a bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks for General, EWS and NC-OBC, or 45% for SC, ST and PwD.
• A valid CAT 2026 score is required.
• Students who have completed CA, CS, ICWA (CMA) or FIAI can apply instead of using a bachelor's degree, if they meet the required percentage rule.
• Students who completed CA, CS, ICWA (CMA) or FIAI directly after 10+2, without a separate bachelor's degree, are also eligible under the same percentage condition.

Professional qualifications

• CA: Chartered Accountancy
• CS: Company Secretary
• ICWA (CMA): Institute of Cost and Works Accountants, now Cost and Management Accountant
• FIAI: Fellow of the Insurance Institute of India

Selection Process 2027

IIM Bangalore follows two stages for PGP selection. In Stage 1, it prepares the WAT-PI shortlist using the pre-PI score. In Stage 2, shortlisted students appear for WAT and PI on the same day and at the same centre. The final offer depends only on the post-PI score.

Stage 1: Shortlisting

A positive raw score in all 3 CAT sections is compulsory. After applying the minimum CAT percentile cut-off, IIM Bangalore calculates a pre-PI composite score out of 100.

Pre-PI Composite Score

How the score parts are worked out:

• Class 10, Class 12 and bachelor's marks are standardized. If any mark is missing, that part is removed and its weight is shared among the remaining parts.
• Candidates who complete CA, CS or ICWA (CMA) in the final year may get a standardized professional course score instead of a bachelor's score.
  • If the candidate also has work experience, the better of the two scores is used.
• Work experience score is calculated as:
  • 10 * (months of work experience / 36) for experience up to 36 months. The score is capped at 10 after 36 months.
  • Internships, articleship and unpaid work are not included.
  • Work experience is counted up to July 2026.
• The top 10 candidates in each of these groups directly qualify for the PI stage:
  • Overall CAT score
  • Adjusted bachelor's degree score in Commerce, Arts and Science
  • Professional course score for CA, ICWA and CS
• Wrong work-experience claims can lead to disqualification and a 3-year ban from applying to any IIM Bangalore programme.

Stage 2: WAT and PI

Shortlisted students write a 30-minute Written Ability Test and then attend the Personal Interview. WAT is checked for content and writing style, while faculty and alumni panels conduct the PI.

Final Post-PI Composite Score

IIM Bangalore CAT Cut-off for MBA

The first shortlist uses these minimum CAT cut-offs based on CAT 2025. Candidates called for interview may have actual CAT scores higher than these minimum marks.

How to Apply for IIM Bangalore PGP 2027?

• Fill the CAT registration form and choose IIM Bangalore programmes while registering.
• Appear for CAT, get a positive raw score in every section, and meet the required sectional and overall cut-offs.
• Shortlisted candidates, based on CAT scores, must complete the detailed online application form on the IIM Bangalore Admissions Portal.
• Upload Class 10, Class 12 and bachelor's degree transcripts, submit category certificates if applicable, and share contact details of referees or recommenders.
• Candidates who meet the pre-PI cut-off are invited for WAT and PI.
• The institute prepares the final merit list using the post-PI score, academic profile, work experience and CAT score.

CAT carries 55 out of 100 marks in the pre-PI composite score. Strong board marks and work experience can add a useful advantage, with up to 30 combined marks available through those areas.

IIM Bangalore EPGP Admission 2027

IIM Bangalore EPGP is a one-year, full-time residential MBA programme for professionals with experience. Admission to the 2027-28 batch uses a valid GMAT or GRE score, followed by application review, Writing Ability Test and Personal Interview.

EPGP Admission Dates 2027

EPGP admission runs in two application rounds. A candidate can apply in either Round 1 or Round 2, but applying in more than one round leads to disqualification.

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Note: Dates can change. Applicants outside India may attend online interviews during the scheduled interview dates.

EPGP Eligibility Criteria 2027

• A bachelor's degree in any stream is needed with at least 50% marks, or 45% for SC, ST and PwD, or an equivalent CGPA.
• Applicants must have at least 5 years of full-time work experience after the bachelor's degree as of March 31, 2027.
  • IIM Bangalore says work experience of less than 12 years is preferred.
• A valid GMAT or GRE score is mandatory and must remain valid on the application submission date.
• Applicants without a bachelor's degree can also apply if they completed CA, ICWA or CS after 10+2 and meet the same minimum percentage or CGPA rule.

Note: Online GMAT/GRE scores from tests taken at home will not be accepted for EPGP 2027-28.

EPGP Selection Process 2027

For EPGP, IIM Bangalore studies the candidate's academic record, GMAT/GRE score, work experience, SOP, Writing Ability Test and Personal Interview.

The process has these stages:

• Stage 1: Application Screening. Only complete applications meeting the minimum eligibility rules are reviewed.
• Stage 2: Interview. Shortlisted applicants are invited for the interview process.

Final Selection: After interviews, the composite score is based on:

• Academic track record
• GMAT/GRE
• Quality of work experience
• Writing ability test
• Interview performance

Final offers depend on available seats and the minimum composite score or other rules set by the admissions committee.

Statement of Purpose (SOP): This is a written statement submitted with the EPGP application. It covers the applicant's achievements and future career plans.

Reference Letters for IIM Bangalore EPGP

EPGP applicants must submit two online reference letters. They need to provide the email ID and contact details of two referees. One referee should preferably be the current employer or someone able to comment on the applicant's job performance.

References have to be sent directly through the online application system before the deadline. The application cannot be submitted unless the Reference section is complete, and no extension or separate reference submission is allowed.

How to Apply for IIM Bangalore EPGP 2027?

• Choose either Round 1 or Round 2 and complete the online EPGP application.
• Fill in academic details, work experience and other required information.
• Submit a valid GMAT/GRE score and make sure the score is sent to IIM Bangalore.
• Upload academic records, degree certificate, work experience proof, SOP and applicable category or disability certificates.
• Add details of two referees and ensure both online reference letters are submitted before the deadline.
• Pay the application fee of INR 5,000 for Round 1 or INR 7,000 for Round 2.
• Attend the interview if shortlisted.
• Final admission offers are issued according to the institute's composite selection criteria and seat availability.

IIM Bangalore Other Course Admission 2027

IIM Bangalore also admits students to PGP in Business Analytics, PGPEM, PGPPM and B.Sc Hons in Data Science. Each course has its own eligibility rules, work experience needs and entrance test process.

Other Course Admission Dates 2027

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IIM Bangalore vs IIM Ahmedabad vs IIM Lucknow

IIM Bangalore, IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Lucknow are major CAT choices for management aspirants. Their admission processes differ mainly in the entrance exam used, shortlisting method and interview-stage writing test.

IIM Bangalore Scholarships 2027

IIM Bangalore gives scholarships to students on the basis of merit, financial need, category and other eligibility rules. The PGP scholarship options include the following:

Alumni-Funded Scholarships

Several scholarships are funded by alumni and other donors. The list includes Siddharth Padam Scholarship, IIMB PGP Alumni First Batch (1976) Scholarship, Runwal Educational Trust Scholarship, Ubuntu Scholarship, Nitin Agarwal Scholarship and Deepankar Khiwani Scholarship, among others.

EPGP Scholarships

EPGP has its own scholarship structure. It includes 12 Merit Scholarships of INR 8 lakh each, 7 Merit-cum-Means Scholarships of INR 6 lakh each, and merit scholarships of INR 4 lakh each for five eligible students during the programme.

PhD Financial Support

The PhD programme at IIM Bangalore has a separate support system that includes tuition fee waiver, monthly fellowship and research-related grants for eligible scholars.