IIM Nagpur Admission 2027 is for the two-year MBA and two management programmes for working professionals. The MBA uses CAT scores for Indian applicants, while overseas applicants may use GMAT if the score is valid within 36 months of application. The two-year MBA fee is INR 21,50,000.

IIM Nagpur conducts its own Personal Interview process and is not part of IIM CAP. For working professionals, admission is through IIMNAT and a Personal Interview.

Admission Update:
  • MBA (PGP) 2027-29: CAT 2026 registration will remain open up to Sep 15, 2026. IIM Nagpur applications for the next intake are expected in December 2026.
  • MBA for Working Professionals / EMBA: The next IIMNAT schedule is expected in 2027. Students should check iimnagpur.ac.in for notices.
  • IIM Nagpur does not have a management quota. Admission is based only on merit.
  • Reservation is followed as per Government of India rules: SC 15%, ST 7.5%, NC-OBC 27%, EWS 10%, and PwD 5% horizontally.
  • Overseas applicants can submit a valid GMAT score instead of CAT. The score must not be older than 36 months from the application date.
  • The 2026-28 batch included 340 students, out of which 177 were women, making women 52% of the batch.
  • A positive score is needed in each CAT section. A zero score in any one section leads to disqualification.

IIM Nagpur Admission Portal 2027: iimnagpur.ac.in

Direct Admission at IIM Nagpur: IIM Nagpur does not provide direct admission through management quota. Seats are offered through merit and the institute's admission process.

IIM Nagpur Important Dates 2027

Event Current Date
CAT 2026 Registration End Sep 15, 2026
CAT 2026 Admit Card Release Nov 4, 2026
CAT 2026 Exam Date Nov 29, 2026
CAT 2026 Result Declaration Dec 24, 2026 (Tentative)
IIM Nagpur Application Window December 2026 to January 2027 (Tentative)
Shortlist for PI and Extempore February 2027 (Tentative)
Personal Interview and Extempore March to April 2027 (Tentative)
Final Admission Offers May to June 2027 (Tentative)

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

IIM Nagpur PG Admission 2027

The Post Graduate Programme in Management, also called MBA, is a two-year full-time residential course at IIM Nagpur. For the 2026-28 batch, the institute enrolled 340 students, including 177 women. This made the gender diversity ratio 52%, one of the highest among IIMs.

IIM Nagpur MBA Eligibility Criteria

Applicants need a bachelor's degree of at least three years from a recognised university. The minimum required aggregate is 50% for General, EWS, and NC-OBC applicants, and 45% for SC, ST, and PwD applicants. Final-year graduation students can apply on a conditional basis.

Category Minimum Bachelor's Marks CAT 2026 Percentile Cutoff
General / EWS 50% aggregate 95 percentile overall
NC-OBC 50% aggregate 85 percentile overall
SC 45% aggregate 65 percentile overall
ST 45% aggregate 40 percentile overall
PwD (DAP) 45% aggregate As per base category

Along with the overall cutoff, applicants must get more than zero in each CAT section: VARC, DILR, and QA. Even if the overall percentile is high, a zero in any section makes the applicant ineligible.

IIM Nagpur MBA Selection Criteria 2027

IIM Nagpur uses three stages for MBA admission. The institute shortlists applicants on its own and does not use IIM CAP. The final evaluation includes an Extempore round along with the Personal Interview.

  • Stage 1: Applicants are screened through CAT 2026 percentile cutoffs by category. Those who qualify fill the IIM Nagpur application form.
  • Stage 2: The institute prepares a Shortlisting Score using the normalised CAT score and Gender Diversity Index. The top applicants move to the next stage.
  • Stage 3: Shortlisted applicants attend an Extempore round and a Personal Interview. In the Extempore round, they speak on an assigned topic after limited preparation time.

The final composite score uses these weightages:

Component Weightage
CAT 2026 Score 45%
Personal Interview and Extempore 25%
Past Academic Performance (PAP) 10%
Work Experience (WE) 10%
Gender Diversity Index (GDI) 10%

Key Insight: Gender Diversity Index carries 10% weight in shortlisting and also in final selection. Female applicants receive this weightage at both stages. In the 2026-28 batch, women formed 52% of the class.

How to Apply for MBA at IIM Nagpur?

  • Complete CAT 2026 registration at cat.iim.ac.in before Sep 15, 2026.
  • After CAT 2026 results are declared, open the IIM Nagpur application portal at pgpadmission.iimnagpur.ac.in.
  • Enter the required details in the form and upload academic mark sheets, graduation certificate, and ID proof.
  • If work experience applies, upload the relevant letters. Pay the application fee announced by IIM Nagpur.
  • Applicants selected for the next round receive PI and Extempore call letters through email and must attend the rounds at the allotted venue.
  • After receiving an offer, accept it within the given deadline and pay the seat acceptance deposit.

IIM Nagpur MBA for Working Professionals and EMBA Admission

IIM Nagpur has two programmes for applicants who already have work experience. Admission to both is through IIMNAT, which is the institute's own entrance test, followed by a Personal Interview. CAT and GMAT scores are not needed for these programmes.

Programme Eligibility Criteria Selection Process
MBA for Working Professionals Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% and 3 or more years of work experience IIMNAT score and Personal Interview
Executive MBA (EMBA) Bachelor's with minimum 50% or CA/ICWA/CS qualification and 3 or more years of professional experience IIMNAT score and Personal Interview

IIMNAT is a 90-minute online MCQ test conducted by IIM Nagpur. It checks Verbal, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Data Interpretation skills.

IIM Nagpur Fees

Programme Total Fee
MBA (PGP) INR 21,50,000
MBA for Working Professionals INR 12,10,000
Executive MBA (EMBA) INR 9,70,000

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

The fees are included for reference. Students should contact the college or visit iimnagpur.ac.in for exact fee details.

IIM Nagpur Scholarships

IIM Nagpur offers 20 scholarships each year for MBA (PGP) students. Both scholarship types give a full tuition fee waiver for the complete two-year course.

  • Merit Scholarship (10 awards): This is for top CAT scorers with 95 percentile and above. It also includes a one-time grant of INR 30,000 for computer accessories.
  • Need-cum-Merit Scholarship (10 awards): This is for applicants whose annual family income is below INR 8 lakhs. Selection is done through an internal process in the first year.
  • Students from SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD categories can also apply for central and state government scholarships as per Government of India rules.

IIM Nagpur Admission FAQs

Ques. What CAT score range is needed for IIM Nagpur MBA shortlisting?

Ans. The overall minimum CAT percentile is 95 for General and EWS, 85 for NC-OBC, 65 for SC, and 40 for ST applicants. Every applicant must also score more than zero in VARC, DILR, and QA.

Ques. Is IIM Nagpur part of the CAP interview process?

Ans. No. IIM Nagpur handles shortlisting separately and conducts its own Extempore and Personal Interview rounds instead of joining IIM CAP.

Ques. Can fresh graduates apply for the two-year MBA at IIM Nagpur?

Ans. Yes. Work experience is not compulsory for the MBA (PGP). It still carries 10% weight in the final score, so freshers are judged through CAT score, academics, and interview performance.

Ques. How is the final merit list prepared for IIM Nagpur MBA?

Ans. The admission process has three stages: CAT cutoff screening, Shortlisting Score based on CAT and Gender Diversity Index, and then Personal Interview with Extempore. Final merit uses CAT 45%, PI and Extempore 25%, Past Academic Performance 10%, Work Experience 10%, and Gender Diversity Index 10%.

Ques. What was the MBA batch size at IIM Nagpur?

Ans. The 2026-28 MBA batch had 340 students. It included 177 women, which was 52% of the batch. The seat count for 2027-29 will depend on the official notification.

Ques. What is the fee for the IIM Nagpur two-year MBA?

Ans. The total fee for the two-year MBA is INR 21,50,000. This amount may change for the 2027-29 batch, so students should check the updated fee schedule on the official website before applying.

Ques. Are final-year bachelor's students eligible for IIM Nagpur MBA?

Ans. Yes. Final-year graduation students can apply conditionally. They must finish their degree and meet the required minimum marks before joining the MBA programme.

Ques. Who can use GMAT for IIM Nagpur MBA admission?

Ans. GMAT is accepted only from overseas applicants. Indian applicants need CAT scores. The GMAT score must be valid within 36 months from the application date.

Ques. Which IIM Nagpur courses use IIMNAT?

Ans. IIMNAT is required for the MBA for Working Professionals and the Executive MBA. It is a 90-minute online MCQ test on Verbal, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Data Interpretation. The full-time two-year MBA uses CAT.

Ques. What scholarships can MBA students get at IIM Nagpur?

Ans. IIM Nagpur gives 20 scholarships every year. There are 10 Merit Scholarships for CAT scorers with 95 percentile and above, including full tuition waiver and INR 30,000 for computer accessories. There are also 10 Need-cum-Merit Scholarships for students with family income below INR 8 lakhs, along with government scholarships as per rules.