IIM CAP 2026 Calls Out, Link @cap2026.iimj.ac.in , CAT 2025 Cut off, Admission Criteria

The IIM CAP 2026 selection process for 2026-2028 has been started from 21 January 2026 on the official website - cap2026.iimj.ac.in. This year IIM Bodh Gaya is the coordinating institute, managing the joint Personal Interview (PI) process for three participating IIMs: IIM Bodh Gaya, IIM Jammu, and IIM Sirmaur

It is a centralised MBA admission process for the 2026-28 academic cycle, conducted by a group of IIMs to select candidates for their flagship MBA/PGP programs through a single WAT + PI round.

As in previous years, CAP has seen broad participation, with over 25,000 candidates shortlisted for approximately 3,000+ seats in recent cycles.

In the IIM CAP 2026, only IIM Jammu, IIM Bodh Gaya, and IIM Sirmaur will admit students via CAP, while others, such as Udaipur, Raipur, Kashipur, Ranchi, and Tiruchirappalli, have moved toward independent or alternative joint admission routes, including a new JAP 2026 coordinated by IIM Raipur.

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IIM CAP 2026 Important Dates

IIM CAP 2026 Selection Process

This process finalises interviews and merit lists for participating IIMs based on:

• CAT 2025 scores
• WAT/PI performance
• Academic record
• Work experience
• Other profile parameters (diversity, etc.)

CAP 2026: Important Instructions for Attending Online Personal Interview

Requirements for Online Personal Interview

• Desktop/Laptop with camera
• Headphone
• Microphone
• Stable and high-speed Internet connection
• Stationery items like blank sheets, pens, pencils, etc.
• Install Zoom software
• A white or a clear background of a lighter color to ensure better visibility
• A valid photo ID for verification

Instructions for Online Personal Interview

• Click on the provided link to attend the online personal interview through the Zoom platform on the designated date and time.
• For the forenoon slot, candidates should join by 9:30 am and for the afternoon slot by 1:30 pm.
• No one other than the candidate should be present in the room during the PI process.
• The audio and video should be kept on throughout the PI session. Use of any recording devices is prohibited.

CAP 2026 Counselling: Documents Required

Candidates need to keep the following documents for CAP counselling registration.

• Soft copy of the Photograph (Less than 100 KB).
• Soft copy of the Signature (Less than 100 KB).
• Photo Identity Card Document
• CAT 2023 Score Card
• 10th & 12th Marksheet with a pass certificate
• Graduation-related certificates:
  • Graduation Marksheet of all semesters/years.
  • Degree Certificate is required for those who have completed the graduation before 2022.
  • Provisional Degree Certificate is required for those who have completed the graduation in 2023 but have not received the degree certificate.
  • Certificate and mark sheets of any other degree-Masters/Professional Qualification as mentioned in the CAP Registration form.
• Experience-related certificates:
  • Please do not consider training and apprenticeship as an experience.
• Provide a valid caste certificate (NC-OBC/SC/ST) as per the format.

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CAT Written Ability Test 2026

The Written Ability Test or the WAT is preferred by most IIMs instead of the Group Discussion.

• WAT assesses a candidate's critical thinking and communication skills.
• The test is scored based on the following aspects:
  • Clarity of Thought in the Written Ability Test
  • Simplicity of Expression
  • Comprehensiveness of Perspective
  • Robustness of Reasoning
• The weightage for the WAT uaually varies from 10% to 30% of the total score depending on the IIM.
• WAT Duration: The time given to complete WAT varies depending on the IIM. It can be anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes.
• Questions Asked - Essay Type
• Here are the some of the important topics for WAT -

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CAT WAT Duration

The duration for WAT differs based on the IIM of choice. They can usually be anywhere between 15-30 minutes and are essay tests. Based on the past trends, given below is the word limit and the duration for the Written Ability Test:

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CAT Personal Interview 2026

• It is conducted in most IIMs and is an extremely crucial round for the selection procedure.
• The selection panel for PI usually involves 2-4 experts.
• This is a crucial part of the selection, and the key to succeeding this round is to be very confident and expressing yourself clearly.
• The questions asked in an IIM interview range from questions about Personal life, Academic Record, Extra-curricular activities, work experience, outlook on contemporary issues, etc.

CAT PI Things to Remember

There are some important things to remember while attending the CAT PI. Here are some of the key things to remember:

• Remember to present yourself well, i.e. be well dressed and well-groomed.
• Work on your language skills and presentation skills.
• Try to practice public speaking.
• Sometimes, the interviewers can ask abstract questions based on anything in your call letter. For Instance, interviewers have asked why a candidate's email has 1990 in it instead of their actual birth year.
• Answer to the point and do not speak too much.
• Do not give cliched or obvious answers.
• Interviewers will notice your non-verbal cues/body language while responding.