The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) has confirmed that its MBA admission policy for the 2027 academic year will remain consistent with previous years. The minimum CAT cut-off percentile and the two-stage selection process have not changed. Candidates interested in applying must meet the basic eligibility criteria and prepare for both the written and interview rounds.
- Minimum CAT cut-off percentile is 85 for the general category.
- Admission involves two stages: initial shortlisting and final selection through interviews and writing tests.
- Weightage is given to CAT scores, academic records, work experience, and gender diversity.
- Required documents include academic transcripts, certificates, work experience letters, and reference letters.
What are the eligibility criteria for IIM Bangalore MBA admission 2027?
Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA. For SC, ST, and PwD categories, the minimum is 45%. Alternatively, applicants with professional degrees such as CA, CS, or CMA are eligible.
What are the CAT cut-off scores for shortlisting?
IIM Bangalore requires minimum sectional and overall CAT percentiles for shortlisting candidates. The general category cut-offs are 80 in VARC, 75 in DILR, 75 in QA, and an aggregate of 85 percentile. Other categories have lower cut-offs, for example, NC-OBC requires an aggregate of 75 percentile.
| Category | VARC | DILR | QA | Aggregate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 80 | 75 | 75 | 85 |
| NC-OBC | 70 | 65 | 65 | 75 |
| EWS | 70 | 65 | 65 | 75 |
| SC | 65 | 60 | 60 | 70 |
| ST | 55 | 55 | 55 | 65 |
| PwD | 50 | 50 | 50 | 60 |
How does the two-stage admission process work?
The admission process consists of two stages:
- Stage 1: Candidates are shortlisted based on CAT scores and other academic and professional factors. A pre-personal interview (pre-PI) score is calculated with the following weightage: CAT scores (55%), Class 10 marks (10%), Class 12 marks (10%), bachelor’s degree marks (10%), work experience or professional courses (10%), and gender diversity (5%).
- Stage 2: Shortlisted candidates undergo a personal interview (PI) and a written ability test (WAT). The weightage for this stage includes PI (40%), WAT (10%), CAT (25%), Class 10 (5%), Class 12 (5%), bachelor’s degree (5%), and work experience (10%). CAT scores are further divided into VARC (8.75 points), DILR (10 points), and QA (6.25 points).
What documents are required for the application?
Applicants must submit the following documents:
- Transcripts of Class 10, Class 12, and bachelor’s degree
- Bachelor’s degree certificate or provisional certificate
- Bonafide certificate if studying in the final year
- Professional degree transcripts and certificates, if applicable
- Statement of purpose
- Work experience letters and payslips, if applicable
- Category certificates (SC/ST/NC-OBC/EWS), if applicable
- Disability certificate and UDID card for PwD candidates
- Two reference letters with contact details
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Has the CAT cut-off percentile changed for IIM Bangalore MBA admission 2027?
A: No, the CAT cut-off percentile remains the same as the previous year, with 85 percentile for the general category.
Q: What is the weightage of CAT scores in the admission process?
A: CAT scores have a 55% weightage in the first stage and 25% in the second stage of the admission process.
Q: Are work experience and gender diversity considered in the selection?
A: Yes, work experience has a 10% weightage in both stages, and gender diversity contributes 5% in the first stage.
Q: When will CAT 2026 be conducted?
A: CAT 2026 will be conducted on November 29, 2026, in three shifts across India.
Q: Is submission of reference letters mandatory?
A: Yes, candidates must provide two reference letters as part of the application.
