IIM Visakhapatnam admits students through merit-based and entrance-based routes for all its programmes. For PGP 2027-29, students need CAT 2026 followed by a Personal Interview, while PGPMCI, EMBA, and PhD admissions use their own eligibility and selection rules. The fee is INR 22,90,880 for PGP, INR 6,10,000 for PGPMCI, and INR 11,90,000 for EMBA.

The institute manages its own admission process and seat allotment. Reservation rules of the Government of India apply across programmes.

Admission Update:
  • PGP 2027-29: CAT 2026 registration remains open up to September 15, 2026. IIMV is expected to send PGP application invites in January 2027 (Tentative), after CAT results.
  • PGPMCI 2026-27: The application notification came out in August 2026. Students can pre-register at admissions.iimv.ac.in/pgpmci.
  • EMBA and PhD 2027: Applications for the next cycle are expected from October to November 2026 (Tentative). Students should check iimv.ac.in for the notification.
  • PGP 2027-29 planned intake is 340 seats, based on the 2026-28 batch size and subject to revision for 2027-29.
  • General category students need at least 70 percentile in each CAT 2026 section: VARC, DILR, and QA.
  • Female and transgender candidates get a gender diversity bonus of 5 points in the final PGP composite score.
  • IIMV accepts PI scores from candidates shortlisted by IIM-B, IIM-K, IIM-L, or IIM-I.
  • The full 10 work experience points are given for 24 to 36 months of experience.
  • Students must choose IIM Visakhapatnam as a preferred institute while filling the CAT 2026 form.
  • Reservation is SC 15%, ST 7.5%, NC-OBC 27%, EWS 10%, and PwD 5% within each category.

IIM Visakhapatnam Admission Portal 2027: admissions.iimv.ac.in

Direct Admission at IIM Visakhapatnam: IIM Visakhapatnam has no management quota. Seats are allotted only through merit and the institute's selection process.

IIM Visakhapatnam Admission Important Dates 2027

Event Current Date
CAT 2026 Registration Closes September 15, 2026
CAT 2026 Admit Card November 4, 2026
CAT 2026 Exam November 29, 2026
CAT 2026 Result December 24, 2026 (Tentative)
IIMV PGP Application Invite by Email Second week of January 2027 (Tentative)
PI Consent Form Submission Deadline February 2027 (Tentative)
Personal Interviews March to April 2027 (Tentative)
Final Admission Offers May 2027 (Tentative)
Programme Registration Last week of June 2027 (Tentative)

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

IIM Visakhapatnam PG Admission 2027

IIM Visakhapatnam PGP Admission 2027

The PGP 2027-29 batch has a planned intake of 340 seats. Selection begins with CAT 2026 cutoff screening, moves to a pre-PI composite score, and ends with the final merit list after the Personal Interview.

IIM Visakhapatnam PGP Eligibility Criteria 2027

Students need a recognised bachelor's degree or an equivalent professional qualification. A valid CAT 2026 score is also compulsory.

Category Minimum Qualification Minimum Marks
General / EWS / NC-OBC Bachelor's degree in any discipline 50% aggregate
SC / ST / PwD Bachelor's degree in any discipline 45% aggregate
All categories (professional route) CA / CS / ICWA / FIAI qualification Equivalent marks

Final-year students can apply. They must finish the degree before programme registration and send their mark sheets to IIMV by the date given in the offer letter.

IIM Visakhapatnam PGP Selection Criteria 2027

IIM Visakhapatnam uses 3 selection phases. CAT cutoffs are checked first, a pre-PI composite score is used next, and the final score includes the Personal Interview.

Phase 1: CAT 2026 Minimum Cutoffs for Shortlisting

The cutoffs below only decide movement to Phase 2. Final admission cutoffs are higher.

Category Sectional Percentile (VARC / DILR / QA) Overall Percentile
General (UR) 70 / 70 / 70 82
EWS 63 / 63 / 63 72
NC-OBC 63 / 63 / 63 72
SC 40 / 40 / 40 50
ST 30 / 30 / 30 40
PwD 30 / 30 / 30 40

A positive raw score, which means more than zero marks, is required in all 3 CAT sections.

Phase 2: Pre-PI Composite Score out of 100

Component Points
CAT Score (VARC 18 + DILR 14 + QA 18) 50
Class 10 Board 10
Class 12 Board 10
Bachelor's Degree 10
Gender Diversity 10
Work Experience 10

Phase 3: Final Selection Composite Score out of 100

Component Points
Personal Interview 48
CAT Score 25
Work Experience 10
Gender Diversity 5
Class 10 Board 4
Class 12 Board 4
Bachelor's Degree 4

IIMV scales every component before calculating the composite score. Board marks and graduation marks are standardised through the 90th percentile normalisation method.

Work Experience Scoring out of 10 Points

Work Experience (months) Points Awarded
Less than 12 months 0
12 to 24 months 10 minus 0.625 multiplied by (24 minus months)
24 to 36 months 10 (maximum score)
36 to 48 months 10 minus 0.625 multiplied by (months minus 36)
More than 48 months 2.5

Work experience is counted in complete months up to December 31 before the batch starts.

Key insight: Candidates shortlisted by IIM-B, IIM-K, IIM-L, or IIM-I do not need to attend the IIMV PI. IIMV uses the average of their PI scores from those 4 IIMs. A strong PI score at any one of them can help a student get an IIMV offer in the same admission season.

How to Apply for PGP at IIM Visakhapatnam?

  • Fill the CAT 2026 form at iimcat.ac.in before September 15, 2026 and choose IIM Visakhapatnam as a preferred institute.
  • After CAT 2026 results, check for the IIMV email invite, expected in January 2027.
  • Submit the online application at admissions.iimv.ac.in and complete the Interview Consent Form before the deadline.
  • Attend the Personal Interview at IIMV. Students shortlisted by IIM-B, IIM-K, IIM-L, or IIM-I may use that PI score.
  • After receiving the offer letter, pay the acceptance fee of INR 50,000 to confirm the seat.

Total programme fee for PGP is INR 22,90,880 for the two-year course, subject to revision for 2027-29.

The fees mentioned above are subject to revision and are given for reference. Students should contact the institute or visit iimv.ac.in for exact fee details.

IIM Visakhapatnam PGPMCI Admission 2026

PGPMCI is meant for engineering students and recent graduates from NITs, IIITs, Centrally Funded Technical Institutions, and Institutions of National Importance. The 2026-27 cycle application notification was released in August 2026.

PGPMCI Eligibility Criteria 2026

PGPMCI has 2 eligible groups. Category 1 covers present students of partner institutes, while Category 2 covers recent CFTI and INI graduates even without an MoU.

Category Eligibility Minimum Marks
Category 1 (Current students at MoU partner NITs and IIITs) 2nd to 4th year B.Tech or M.Tech students General 50% / EWS and NC-OBC 45% / SC, ST, PwD 40%
Category 2 (Recent CFTI and INI graduates, no MoU needed) 2025 or 2026 graduates of any CFTI or INI General 50% / EWS and NC-OBC 45% / SC, ST, PwD 40%

B.Tech applicants must have a valid JEE Main or JEE Advanced score. M.Tech applicants must have a valid GATE score.

PGPMCI Selection Process 2026

The merit list is prepared from 5 weighted parts. Students with valid CAT, GRE, or GMAT scores do not have to take the Aptitude Test.

Component Weightage
Aptitude Test (or CAT / GRE / GMAT score) 30%
UG or PG Percentage 30%
Class 10 Board 15%
Class 12 Board 15%
Gender Diversity Bonus 10%

How to Apply for PGPMCI at IIM Visakhapatnam?

  • Complete pre-registration online at admissions.iimv.ac.in/pgpmci/pre-registration.
  • Fill the full application form and upload the Statement of Purpose and academic documents.
  • Pay the non-refundable application fee of INR 250.
  • Take the proctored online Aptitude Test unless you already have a valid CAT, GRE, or GMAT score.
  • Admission offers are given according to the merit list prepared through the composite weightage formula.

Total programme fee for PGPMCI is INR 6,10,000, subject to revision.

The fees mentioned above are subject to revision and are given for reference. Students should contact the institute or visit iimv.ac.in for exact fee details.

IIM Visakhapatnam EMBA Admission 2027

EMBA is a 2-year programme for officers, executives, and entrepreneurs. The 2027-29 application process is expected to begin in late 2026.

IIM Visakhapatnam EMBA Eligibility Criteria

Applicants need a bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of full-time post-qualification work experience at officer, executive, or professional level by the application closing date. Part-time jobs and clerical work are not counted. Only Indian nationals can apply.

Category Minimum Qualification Minimum Marks
General Bachelor's degree, minimum 3-year after 10+2 50%
EWS / NC-OBC Bachelor's degree, minimum 3-year after 10+2 45%
SC / ST / PwD Bachelor's degree, minimum 3-year after 10+2 40%

IIM Visakhapatnam EMBA Selection Process

Selection is completed in 3 phases: document verification, entrance test with Personal Interview, and composite merit scoring. Candidates with valid CAT, GRE, or GMAT scores are excused from EMAT, which is the Executive Management Aptitude Test.

Component Weightage
Entrance Exam (EMAT or CAT / GRE / GMAT) 47.5%
Personal Interview 47.5%
Gender Diversity Bonus (female or transgender) 5%

How to Apply for EMBA at IIM Visakhapatnam?

  • Check iimv.ac.in for the EMBA 2027-29 application opening notice, expected in late 2026.
  • Submit the online form with work experience records, academic certificates, and a Statement of Purpose.
  • Appear for EMAT online. This step is skipped for applicants with a valid CAT, GRE, or GMAT score.
  • If shortlisted after Phase 1 document verification, attend the online Personal Interview.
  • The final offer is based on the 47.5 and 47.5 composite formula, along with the gender diversity bonus.

Total programme fee for EMBA is INR 11,90,000, subject to revision.

The fees mentioned above are subject to revision and are given for reference. Students should contact the institute or visit iimv.ac.in for exact fee details.

IIM Visakhapatnam PhD Admission 2027

The PhD programme runs for 5 years and is offered in 11 management disciplines. Scholars receive INR 37,000 per month in Years 1 and 2, followed by INR 42,000 per month from Year 3.

Applications for the 2027-28 cycle are expected from October to November 2026. Support also includes a contingency grant of INR 1,30,000, conference travel grants, and publication incentives.

IIM Visakhapatnam PhD Eligibility Criteria

Route Eligibility Minimum Marks
Master's degree route Master's degree from a recognised university 55% in both bachelor's and master's
Professional qualification route CA / ICWA / CS plus B.Com 50% in professional exam and 55% in B.Com
4-year bachelor's route (10+2+4 pattern) 4-year bachelor's degree 6.5 CGPA or equivalent

SC, ST, and PwD applicants get a 5% marks relaxation in every route.

The Strategy area needs at least 2 years of full-time work experience. Production and Operations Management requires a background in Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or Economics.

IIM Visakhapatnam PhD Selection Process

Applicants must hold a valid score in at least one accepted entrance exam. IIMV checks academic records and test scores before calling shortlisted students for offline interviews, usually in the third week of April.

Accepted Exam Score Validity
CAT (2023 to 2025 scores for 2026-27 cycle) Within the cycle window
GMAT 5 years
GRE 5 years
GATE 3 years
UGC NET or JRF 3 years
CSIR-NET 3 years

Accepted specialisations:

  • Decision Sciences
  • Economics and Social Sciences
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Information Systems
  • Management Communications
  • Marketing
  • Organisational Behaviour and HRM
  • Production and Operations Management
  • Public Policy
  • Strategy

How to Apply for PhD at IIM Visakhapatnam?

  • Check iimv.ac.in for the PhD 2027-28 application notification, expected from October to November 2026.
  • Apply at admissions.iimv.ac.in/phd/login before the stated deadline.
  • Pay the application fee of INR 500. SC, ST, NC-OBC, EWS, PwD, women, and transgender applicants do not have to pay it.
  • Upload academic transcripts, a research statement, and a valid entrance exam score certificate.
  • If shortlisted, attend the offline interview at the IIM Visakhapatnam campus.

IIM Visakhapatnam Scholarships

IIM Visakhapatnam provides need-based financial aid, merit-based scholarships, and government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal.

Scholarship Eligibility Coverage
Need-Based Financial Aid Annual household income below INR 5,00,000 100% fee waiver for 2% of batch and 25% waiver for 6% of batch
Merit-Based Scholarship Top 2 scorers in PGP second-year batch Up to INR 6,00,000 per student
SC Scholarship (Ministry of Social Justice) Meritorious SC students Full tuition coverage
ST Scholarship (Ministry of Tribal Affairs) First-year ST students Full tuition coverage
PwD Scholarship 40% or more disability certification Available through National Scholarship Portal
Minority Community Scholarship Poor and meritorious minority students with 50%+ in the previous qualification Available through National Scholarship Portal
UGC National Scholarship All categories, age below 30 at PG admission Available through National Scholarship Portal

Need-based aid includes tuition, library access, case materials, hostel room rent, and service charges. Mess charges and AC charges are not included.

Education loans are available from State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, and Credilia Financial Services.

IIM Visakhapatnam Admission FAQs

Ques. What CAT score is needed for the first PGP shortlist at IIM Visakhapatnam?

Ans. General category students need an overall 82 percentile and at least 70 percentile each in VARC, DILR, and QA for Phase 1 shortlisting. These marks only help a student move ahead in the process. The score needed for a final offer is higher and changes every year.

Ques. Can a student get PGP admission at IIM Visakhapatnam without CAT?

Ans. No. PGP admission at IIM Visakhapatnam requires a valid CAT score. The institute does not accept any other entrance exam for PGP. Students must also select IIM Visakhapatnam as a preferred institute while registering for CAT.

Ques. What goes into the final PGP score at IIM Visakhapatnam?

Ans. The final score is calculated out of 100. It includes Personal Interview 48 points, CAT Score 25 points, Work Experience 10 points, Gender Diversity 5 points, Class 10 4 points, Class 12 4 points, and Bachelor's Degree 4 points. IIMV standardises all parts before adding them.

Ques. Do freshers qualify for IIM Visakhapatnam PGP?

Ans. Yes. Work experience is not required for eligibility. It is only one scoring component. Students with 24 to 36 months of work experience get the full 10 points, while freshers get 0 in this part and can still qualify through other scores.

Ques. Does IIM Visakhapatnam have a management quota?

Ans. No. IIM Visakhapatnam does not provide direct admission or management quota seats for PGP. Admission is based on CAT-linked merit and the institute's own selection process.

Ques. How much does the two-year PGP cost at IIM Visakhapatnam?

Ans. The two-year PGP programme fee is INR 22,90,880, subject to revision for the 2027-29 batch. Students must pay an acceptance fee of INR 50,000 after getting an offer. A refundable caution deposit of INR 40,000 is also collected at admission.

Ques. Are final-year degree students allowed to apply for PGP?

Ans. Yes. Final-year students may apply for IIM Visakhapatnam PGP. They must complete the degree before programme registration, which is tentatively in the last week of June 2027, and submit final mark sheets by the deadline mentioned in the offer letter.

Ques. Which entrance scores are accepted for PhD admission at IIM Visakhapatnam?

Ans. IIM Visakhapatnam accepts CAT, GMAT with 5-year validity, GRE with 5-year validity, GATE with 3-year validity, UGC NET or JRF with 3-year validity, and CSIR-NET with 3-year validity. The accepted exam can differ by specialisation, so applicants should check the official notice for their area.

Ques. What financial support do PhD scholars get at IIM Visakhapatnam?

Ans. PhD scholars receive INR 37,000 per month during Years 1 and 2. From Year 3, the stipend becomes INR 42,000 per month. They also get a contingency grant of INR 1,30,000, conference travel support up to INR 3,00,000 for international conferences and INR 60,000 for national conferences, and publication incentives.

Ques. Who can apply for PGPMCI at IIM Visakhapatnam?

Ans. Category 1 is for current 2nd to 4th year B.Tech or M.Tech students from partner NITs and IIITs. Category 2 is for 2025 or 2026 graduates from any CFTI or INI, and an MoU is not required. Applicants also need a valid JEE or GATE score and at least 50% marks, with 40% required for SC, ST, and PwD students.