IIM Bodh Gaya takes MBA admission for the 2027-29 batch through CAT 2026 scores. The institute offers MBA and MBA (Digital Business), with total fees of INR 19,52,000 and INR 18,26,000, respectively. Final admission is through the IIM Common Admission Process, which includes WAT and Personal Interview.

There is no direct admission or management quota at IIM Bodh Gaya. Seats are filled only through merit-based selection using CAT scores and CAP performance.

Admission Update:
  • MBA 2027-29: CAT 2026 exam is scheduled on November 29, 2026. Students must use iimcat.ac.in for CAT-related updates.
  • EMBA 2027: Applications for the next EMBA batch are expected to begin in late 2026. Students should check iimbg.ac.in for updates.
  • IIM Bodh Gaya fills all seats through CAT and CAP merit. It does not have a management quota.
  • Work experience gets 10 of 25 marks under the Academic Profile score.
  • For the 2026-28 batch reference, the General category cutoff is 95 percentile overall and 75 percentile sectional.
  • Reservation is followed as per Government of India rules for NC-OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PwD candidates.

IIM Bodh Gaya Admission Portal: iimbg.ac.in

Direct Admission at IIM Bodh Gaya: IIM Bodh Gaya does not provide direct admission or management quota seats. CAT scores and the IIM Common Admission Process decide admission.

IIM Bodh Gaya Important Dates 2027

EventDate
CAT 2026 ExamNovember 29, 2026
CAT 2026 ResultDecember 24, 2026 (Tentative)
IIM Bodh Gaya PI ShortlistJanuary to February 2027 (Tentative)
WAT and PI through IIM CAPFebruary to March 2027 (Tentative)
EMBA 2027 Application OpeningLate 2026 (Expected)

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


IIM Bodh Gaya PG Admission 2027

IIM Bodh Gaya MBA Admission 2027

Admission to MBA, MBA (Digital Business), and MBA (Hospital and Healthcare Management) is done through CAT 2026 and the IIM CAP round. For the 2024-26 batch, the institute shortlisted 11,029 candidates from 1,54,932 General category applicants.


IIM Bodh Gaya MBA Eligibility Criteria 2027

Students need a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. General and NC-OBC candidates must have at least 50% aggregate, while SC, ST, and PwD candidates need 45% aggregate.

ProgrammeEligibilityTotal Fee
MBA (General) Graduation in any stream with minimum 50% marks, or 45% for SC/ST/PwD. INR 19,52,000
MBA (Digital Business) Graduation in any stream with minimum 50% marks, or 45% for SC/ST/PwD. INR 18,26,000
MBA (Hospital and Healthcare Management) Graduation in any stream with minimum 50% marks, or 45% for SC/ST/PwD. INR 18,26,000

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


IIM Bodh Gaya MBA Selection Criteria 2027

The final merit score uses CAT 50%, PI 25%, and Academic Profile 25%. The profile part includes Class 10 marks for 4 marks, Class 12 marks for 5 marks, UG marks for 6 marks, and work experience for 10 marks. These weights are based on the 2026-28 policy.

CategoryCAT Overall PercentileSectional Percentile (VARC, DILR, QA)
General9575
EWS8155
NC-OBC8152
SC6645
ST4225 to 30
PwD4225 to 30

Note: Work experience has 10 of 25 marks in the profile score. The highest score in this part is given to candidates with 24 to 30 months of work experience.


How to Apply for MBA at IIM Bodh Gaya?

  • Register for CAT 2026 at iimcat.ac.in and choose IIM Bodh Gaya as a preference.
  • After CAT 2026 results, check the shortlist on iimbg.ac.in and appear for WAT and PI through IIM CAP.
  • Accept the admission offer and pay the admission fee to confirm the seat.

IIM Bodh Gaya EMBA Admission

IIM Bodh Gaya offers a 2-year online EMBA for working professionals. The programme includes 3 campus immersion weeks. The total fee is INR 10,35,000, and selection is based on the institute’s screening test and PI.


IIM Bodh Gaya EMBA Eligibility Criteria

ProgrammeEligibilitySelection
EMBA (INR 10,35,000) Graduation with minimum 50% aggregate, or 45% for SC/ST/PwD. The course is meant for working professionals. IIM BG screening test and PI. Work experience is also assessed.

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


IIM Bodh Gaya EMBA Selection Process

  • EMBA applicants have to take the screening test and PI conducted by IIM Bodh Gaya.
  • The final decision is based on screening test score, PI performance, academic record, and work experience.

How to Apply for EMBA at IIM Bodh Gaya?

  • Submit the online application at iimbg.ac.in, pay the application fee of INR 2,000, and upload the required documents.
  • Attend the EMBA screening test and PI at IIM Bodh Gaya as per the schedule.

IIM Bodh Gaya Scholarships

Students at IIM Bodh Gaya can apply for Government of India scholarship schemes. Eligible SC, ST, OBC, and EWS students may apply through scholarships.gov.in.

  • SC/ST/OBC Scholarship: Eligible students can apply for central government scholarships through scholarships.gov.in.
  • Need-Based Aid: IIM Bodh Gaya may provide financial support based on need. Students can contact admissions at iimbg.ac.in for details.
  • Bank Loans: Most nationalised banks provide education loans for IIM programmes, with no collateral needed up to certain limits.

IIM Bodh Gaya Admission FAQs

Ques. Which entrance test is used for MBA admission at IIM Bodh Gaya in 2027?

Ans. IIM Bodh Gaya will use CAT 2026 scores for MBA admission 2027. Shortlisted students have to attend WAT and PI through the IIM Common Admission Process.

Ques. What CAT percentile is needed for IIM Bodh Gaya?

Ans. As per the 2026-28 batch reference, General category candidates need 95 overall percentile and 75 sectional percentile. The overall cutoff is 81 for NC-OBC and EWS, 66 for SC, and 42 for ST and PwD. The 2027-29 admission policy will be released after CAT 2026 results.

Ques. What weightage is used for the final IIM Bodh Gaya merit list?

Ans. The composite score includes CAT for 50%, PI for 25%, and Academic Profile for 25%. The Academic Profile part covers Class 10, Class 12, UG marks, and work experience. This follows the 2026-28 policy.

Ques. What fee is charged for the MBA programmes at IIM Bodh Gaya?

Ans. The total fee is INR 19,52,000 for MBA. MBA (Digital Business) and MBA (Hospital and Healthcare Management) have a fee of INR 18,26,000 each. The fees are subject to revision.

Ques. Can freshers apply for IIM Bodh Gaya MBA?

Ans. Yes, freshers can apply for the MBA programme. Work experience is not compulsory, but it carries 10 of 25 profile marks. Candidates with 24 to 30 months of experience get the highest score in that part.

Ques. Does IIM Bodh Gaya have direct admission seats?

Ans. No. IIM Bodh Gaya does not offer direct admission or management quota seats. Admission is based on CAT merit and the IIM Common Admission Process.

Ques. Who can apply for the EMBA programme at IIM Bodh Gaya?

Ans. EMBA applicants need graduation with at least 50% aggregate, or 45% for SC/ST/PwD. The application fee is INR 2,000, and the total EMBA fee is INR 10,35,000.

Ques. What is the MBA seat intake at IIM Bodh Gaya?

Ans. IIM Bodh Gaya has 300 MBA seats across MBA, MBA (Digital Business), and MBA (HHM) as per the 2026-28 batch reference. Reservation follows Government of India norms.