IIM Trichy admission for 2027 covers the Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM) and PGPM-HR at Indian Institute of Management Tiruchirappalli. The institute accepts admission through the Joint Admission Process (JAP), used together by IIM Trichy, IIM Kashipur, IIM Raipur, and IIM Ranchi. Students need one CAT score and one JAP application to be considered by all 4 institutes.

The main course at IIM Trichy is the 2-year full-time PGPM, while PGPM-HR is an MBA focused only on Human Resource Management. The programme fee for PGPM and PGPM-HR is INR 21,00,000. For General category students, IIM Trichy has the highest CAT cutoff among the JAP institutes at 95.25 percentile.

Admission Update:
  • PGPM and PGPM-HR 2027-29: CAT 2026 registration is open from August 3 to September 15, 2026. The CAT exam will be held on November 29, 2026, and the result is expected on December 24, 2026.
  • PGPBM (Executive): The Chennai Campus follows a separate admission schedule for the 2026-27 batch. Students should check iimtrichy.ac.in for the latest PGPBM dates.
  • General category students need 95.25 percentile overall in CAT, along with 75 percentile each in VARC, DILR, and QA.
  • The final composite score gives a 6% gender diversity bonus to female candidates and 2% to first-class non-engineering graduates under academic diversity.
  • Students with 24 to 29 months of work experience get the highest work experience score. Freelance and part-time work is not accepted.
  • IIM Trichy has no management quota. Admission is only through CAT, JAP, and merit-based selection.
  • PI and WAT, which means Written Ability Test, are held at 10 venues in India.

IIM Trichy Admission Portal 2027: iimtrichy.ac.in

Direct Admission at IIM Trichy: IIM Trichy does not have direct admission, institutional quota, or management quota. PGPM and PGPM-HR seats are filled only through CAT and JAP on merit.

IIM Trichy Admission Important Dates 2027

Event Current Date
CAT 2026 Registration August 3 to September 15, 2026
CAT 2026 Admit Card November 4, 2026
CAT 2026 Exam November 29, 2026
CAT 2026 Result December 24, 2026 (Tentative)
JAP Application and Shortlist January to February 2027 (Tentative)
WAT and Personal Interview February to March 2027 (Tentative)
Final Admission Offers March to April 2027 (Tentative)

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

IIM Trichy PG Admission 2027

IIM Trichy offers PGPM and PGPM-HR as 2-year programmes. PGPM is the flagship management programme. PGPM-HR has a dedicated Human Resource Management specialisation and is the only HR-focused MBA offered by an IIM. The total programme fee for both courses is INR 21,00,000.

IIM Trichy PGPM Eligibility Criteria 2027

Students must have a bachelor degree from a recognised institution and a valid CAT 2026 score. Final-year students may also apply if they submit a provisional certificate.

Category Minimum Graduation % CAT Cutoff (Overall / Sectional)
General 50% aggregate 95.25 / 75 percentile (VARC, DILR, QA)
EWS 50% aggregate 89 / 60 percentile
NC-OBC 50% aggregate 88.5 / 60 percentile
SC 45% aggregate 75 / 45 percentile
ST / PwD 45% aggregate 44 / 25 percentile (ST); 30 / 25 percentile (PwD)

IIM Trichy PGPM Selection Criteria 2027

The selection process has 2 stages. In the first stage, IIM Trichy shortlists students using CAT score and aggregate index. In the second stage, shortlisted students attend WAT and PI at 10 venues. The final list is prepared from a composite score of 100 marks.

Component Weight Details
CAT 2026 Score 52% VARC, DILR, and QA scores are used in the composite score
Personal Interview (PI) 20% Communication, awareness, managerial ability, and academics are checked
Work Experience 10% Highest score is given for 24 to 29 months after graduation
UG Performance 5% Graduation aggregate marks
Gender Diversity (Female only) 6% 6 points for female and transgender candidates
Class 12 Marks 3% Normalized board score
Academic Diversity 2% First-class non-engineering graduates get this score, but it cannot be combined with gender diversity
Class 10 Marks 2% Normalized board score
  • IIM Trichy has the highest CAT cutoff among JAP IIMs: The General category overall cutoff is 95.25, while the other 3 JAP institutes have cutoffs from 90 to 94.
  • Work experience: Only full-time paid work after graduation is considered. Part-time and freelance work is not accepted. Work experience is counted up to December 31, 2025.
  • WAT (Written Ability Test): WAT is conducted with PI in offline mode at 10 venues across India.

How to Apply for PGPM at IIM Trichy?

Students must apply through JAP after appearing for CAT 2026. The same JAP form is used for IIM Trichy, IIM Kashipur, IIM Raipur, and IIM Ranchi.

  • Register for CAT 2026 at iimcat.ac.in by September 15, 2026
  • Take the CAT 2026 exam on November 29, 2026
  • After the CAT 2026 result, fill the JAP 2027 form, which is expected to open in January 2027
  • Upload graduation marksheets, work experience certificates, and category certificates
  • If shortlisted, attend WAT and PI at the nearest one among the 10 listed venues
  • Accept the IIM Trichy final offer and pay the programme fee before the given deadline

IIM Trichy PGPBM Executive Programme Admission

The Post Graduate Programme in Business Management (PGPBM) is meant for working professionals. IIM Trichy runs this programme at its Chennai Campus. The total fee is INR 14,60,000, and its admission schedule is separate from the PGPM process.

  • Programme type: Part-time programme for working executives with significant professional experience
  • Venue: IIM Trichy Chennai Campus
  • Admission route: Institute-level selection, separate from CAT and JAP
  • For admission details: Students should contact iimtrichy.ac.in directly for current PGPBM cycle dates and eligibility requirements

IIM Trichy Scholarships 2027

IIM Trichy supports admitted students through merit-based help, need-based help, and education loan assistance from partner banks.

  • Need-based Financial Assistance: PGPM and PGPM-HR students with proven financial hardship can apply for partial fee waivers. The applications are reviewed every trimester.
  • SC/ST Government Scholarship: SC and ST students can use Ministry of Education-funded fee support offered through central IIM scholarship schemes.
  • Education Loans: IIM Trichy helps students get collateral-free education loans from SBI, HDFC, and other partner banks. These loans can cover the full programme fee of INR 21,00,000.
  • Merit Awards: Corporate partners and the IIM Trichy alumni network offer awards based on student performance during the programme.

IIM Trichy Admission FAQs

Ques. What CAT score is needed for PGPM admission at IIM Trichy?

Ans. For the 2026-28 batch, General category students need 95.25 percentile overall and 75 percentile in each CAT section, which includes VARC, DILR, and QA. This is the highest cutoff among JAP IIMs. The overall cutoff is 88.5 to 89 for EWS and NC-OBC, and 75 for SC.

Ques. How does IIM Trichy calculate the final PGPM selection score?

Ans. IIM Trichy prepares the final score out of 100 marks. CAT has 52% weight, PI has 20%, work experience has 10%, UG marks have 5%, gender diversity has 6%, Class 12 has 3%, academic diversity has 2%, and Class 10 has 2%. Female and transgender candidates get 6 gender diversity marks. First-class non-engineering graduates get 2 academic diversity marks, but both benefits cannot be combined.

Ques. Which institutes are included in JAP with IIM Trichy?

Ans. JAP, or Joint Admission Process, is used by IIM Trichy, IIM Kashipur, IIM Raipur, and IIM Ranchi. A student fills one application and pays one fee for all 4 IIMs. Each institute then uses its own rules and seat matrix to shortlist and select students.

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

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year PGPM at IIM Trichy is INR 21,00,000. PGPM-HR has the same fee. Partner banks offer collateral-free education loans that can cover the full amount, and eligible students may also get need-based partial fee waivers.

Ques. Can students without work experience apply for IIM Trichy PGPM?

Ans. Yes. Work experience is not compulsory for PGPM or PGPM-HR admission at IIM Trichy. It still carries 10% weight in the composite score. The highest points are given for 24 to 29 months of full-time paid work after graduation. Part-time and freelance work is not counted.

Ques. Why is IIM Trichy PGPM-HR different?

Ans. PGPM-HR at IIM Trichy is the only MBA offered by an IIM with a dedicated Human Resource Management specialisation. It started in 2020 and follows the same 2-year residential format as PGPM. Admission is through CAT and JAP, and the fee is INR 21,00,000.

Ques. Is there any management quota at IIM Trichy?

Ans. No. IIM Trichy does not allow direct admission through management quota. PGPM and PGPM-HR seats are allotted only through CAT and JAP merit-based selection. No direct, institutional, or NRI quota is available for any IIM.

Ques. When will WAT and PI be held for the IIM Trichy 2027-29 batch?

Ans. WAT and PI for PGPM 2027-29 are expected from February to March 2027. Both rounds are held offline at 10 designated venues across India. Shortlisted students get the venue details with their call letter after CAT 2026 results.

Ques. What is the last date to register for CAT 2026 for IIM Trichy admission?

Ans. CAT 2026 registration ends on September 15, 2026. The exam date is November 29, 2026, and the result is expected by December 24, 2026. JAP application and IIM Trichy PI shortlists are expected from January to February 2027.