IIM Bangalore CAT Cut off 2024 and admission criteria for the 2025-27 batch is revised. The overall qualifying CAT 2024 Cut off percentile is 85 for GEN category and 75 for NC-OBC and EWS categories. For SC cut-off is 70, for ST it is 65 and 60 for PwD.
IIM Bangalore adopts a two-phase selection process-
- Phase 1 involves clearing the minimum qualifying CAT Cut off and WAT-PI shortlisting.
- In Phase 2, Shortlisted candidates have to appear for the online WAT and PI rounds for final selection based on various parameters.
Applicants also need to submit 2 reference letters online.
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3.1 Stage I: Shortlisting Based on CAT Scores
3.2 IIM Bangalore Cut-Off 2024 for General Category
3.3 IIM Bangalore Cut-Off 2024 for NC-OBC Category
3.4 IIM Bangalore Cut-Off 2024 for EWS Category
3.5 IIM Bangalore Cut-Off 2024 for SC Category
3.6 IIM Bangalore Cut-Off 2024 for ST Category
- IIM Bangalore Admission Process: Final Selection 2025
- IIM Bangalore Admission Process: Eligibility
- What are the documents that we need during the application process?
- Do I need to submit Reference Letters at IIM Bangalore ?
- Can I get into IIM Bangalore with 95 percentile?
- IIM Bangalore Placement Statistics 2024
- People Also Ask
10.1 What is the cut-off for IIM Banglore?
10.2 Which IIM has lowest cut off?
10.3 IIM Bangalore cut-off for CSE
10.4 How can I get admission in IIM Bangalore?
10.5 Does IIM Bangalore accept CAT?
Appeared for CAT 2024? Now, Check your result-
CAT result has been declared and student may check their score by logging in into their dashboard-
- Visit the official CAT website: iimcat.ac.in
- Log in using your CAT ID and password.
- Navigate to the "Scorecard" section on the dashboard.
- Download the scorecard, which includes:
- Overall Scaled Score
- Sectional Scores
- Percentile Rank
IIM Bangalore CAT Cut off 2024 and Admission Process
As per the official circular, below is the minimum CAT score for the interview call. Although, applicants may note that these are cut-offs used for preparing the first shortlist. The scores of those called for interviews will may be higher.
Stage I: Shortlisting Based on CAT Scores
- Minimum CAT Percentile Cutoffs (2025-27 Batch):
| Category | VARC | DILR | QA | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 80 | 80 | 80 | 85 |
| NC-OBC | 70 | 70 | 70 | 75 |
| EWS | 70 | 70 | 70 | 75 |
| SC | 60 | 60 | 60 | 70 |
| ST | 55 | 55 | 55 | 65 |
| PwD | 50 | 50 | 50 | 60 |
Let’s see the category-wise cut off for the PI call:
IIM Bangalore Cut-Off 2024 for General Category
| Subject | Score |
|---|---|
| VARC | 80 |
| DILR | 80 |
| QA | 80 |
| Overall | 85 |
IIM Bangalore Cut-Off 2024 for NC-OBC Category
| Subject | Score |
|---|---|
| VARC | 70 |
| DILR | 70 |
| QA | 70 |
| Overall | 75 |
IIM Bangalore Cut-Off 2024 for EWS Category
| Subject | Score |
|---|---|
| VARC | 70 |
| DILR | 70 |
| QA | 70 |
| Overall | 75 |
IIM Bangalore Cut-Off 2024 for SC Category
| Subject | Score |
|---|---|
| VARC | 60 |
| DILR | 60 |
| QA | 60 |
| Overall | 70 |
IIM Bangalore Cut-Off 2024 for ST Category
| Subject | Score |
|---|---|
| VARC | 55 |
| DILR | 55 |
| QA | 55 |
| Overall | 65 |
IIM Bangalore Cut-Off 2024 for PwD Category
| Subject | Score |
|---|---|
| VARC | 50 |
| DILR | 50 |
| QA | 50 |
| Overall | 60 |
- Pre-PI Score Weightage:
Candidates will be evaluated and called for the interview based on the following weightage:
- CAT Score (55%)
- This is broken down further into section-wise weightage: VARC (19%), DILR (21%), and QA (15%).
- 10th Board Score (10%)
- Marks are normalized for fairness across different boards.
- 12th Board Score (10%)
- Similarly, marks are normalized to ensure consistency.
- Bachelor’s Degree Score (10%)
- Academic performance in graduation is normalized for evaluation.
- Work Experience/Professional Course (10%)
- Points are assigned based on the relevance and duration of work experience or completion of a professional course.
- Gender Diversity (5%)
- Additional weightage is provided to encourage gender diversity in the program.
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Stage II: PI and WAT Process
In the second stage of the admissions process at IIM Bangalore, candidates will undergo two key components: a Personal Interview (PI) and a Written Ability Test (WAT). Both the PI and WAT will take place on the same day
and at the same location. The WAT will last for about 30 minutes, during which candidates will be asked to write a note. The evaluation of the WAT will focus on the content and writing style.
Additionally, the weight given to work experience during the pre-PI stage is reduced from 10% to 5% during the post-PI stage. The work experience score will then be multiplied by a "quality of experience" score, rated on a scale from 0.25 to 2, by each member of the interview panel. The average of these ratings will be used to calculate the final, weighted work experience score.
IIM Bangalore Admission Process: Final Selection 2025
Final merit list will be prepared after both the stages will be over. Here’s an overview of the weightage that would be considered for creating the final selection list.
| Component | Weightage (%) |
|---|---|
| Personal Interview (PI) | 40% |
| Written Ability Test (WAT) | 10% |
| CAT Score | 25% |
| 10th Board Score | 5% |
| 12th Board Score | 5% |
| Bachelor’s Degree Score | 5% |
| Work Experience | 10% |
IIM Bangalore Admission Process: Eligibility
Basic criteria for the Post Graduate Program in Management is :
• A bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA). Applicants from SC, ST and PwD categories should have a minimum of 45% or equivalent CGPA
• A Common Admission Test (CAT) score that is valid on the date of application submission.
What are the documents that we need during the application process?
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| 10th & 12th Board Transcripts | Required for academic history |
| Bachelor’s Degree Transcript | Required if applicable |
| Bachelor’s Degree Certificate/Provisional Degree Certificate | Required if applicable |
| Bonafide Certificate | For final-year candidates |
| Professional Degree Transcripts (CA/CS/ICWA) | If applicable |
| Professional Degree Certificate | If applicable |
| Statement of Purpose | Required document for application |
| Work Experience Letters | Along with first and last payslips, if applicable |
| SC/ST/NC-OBC/EWS Certificate | If applicable |
| Disability Certificate | For PwD candidates, along with UDID card |
Do I need to submit Reference Letters at IIM Bangalore ?
For the application, you need to submit two online reference letters. These references should preferably come from an employer (current or past) or a teacher from an academic institution. You will provide the contact details of your referees in the application, and they must submit their references online by the given deadline. The application can only be submitted once the reference section is complete, and no extensions will be allowed for submitting these references.
Can I get into IIM Bangalore with 95 percentile?
Getting into IIM Bangalore with a 95 percentile in CAT 2024 is challenging, but not impossible, depending on your profile. The qualifying CAT cutoff for IIM Bangalore is 85 percentile overall for the general category (with 80 percentile sectional cutoffs), but the actual selection cutoffs are much higher, typically around 99 percentile for the final admission stage.
However, IIM Bangalore emphasizes a holistic selection process. Your academic scores (10th, 12th, and graduation), work experience, and diversity factors (such as gender or academic background) are critical. For instance:
- CAT score weight: 25%
- 10th and 12th marks: 10% each
- Graduation score: 10%
- Work experience: 10%
- Diversity (gender or academic): 5%
- WAT and PI: Combined 50% weight.
If you have an exceptional academic background, strong work experience, and good performance in the WAT-PI stages, a 95 percentile may still give you a chance.
IIM Bangalore Placement Statistics 2024
| Metric | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Students | 604 |
| Total Offers | 602 |
| Number of Companies | 171 |
| Top Industries | Consulting (26%), Finance (22%), FMCG (11%), IT (7%) |
| Top Recruiters | Accenture Strategy (45 offers), Bain & Co. (17), McKinsey (10), Amazon (11) |
| Median Salary | INR 32.5 LPA |
| Average Salary | INR 35.92 LPA |
People Also Ask
What is the cut-off for IIM Banglore?
The overall qualifying CAT 2024 Cut off percentile is 85 for GEN category and 75 for NC-OBC and EWS categories. For SC cut-off is 70, for ST it is 65 and 60 for PwD.
Which IIM has lowest cut off?
Among the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), the newer IIMs, such as IIM Jammu, IIM Sirmaur, and IIM Bodh Gaya, typically have the lowest CAT cut-offs. For general category candidates, their minimum required CAT percentile is often around 85 percentile, but to actually receive a call for further rounds, a percentile above 90-92 is generally needed. For reserved categories (SC/ST/PwD), the cut-offs can range from 55 to 75 percentile, depending on the specific IIM and category of applicants.
IIM Bangalore cut-off for CSE
IIM Bangalore does not publish program-specific cutoff details, such as for candidates from Computer Science Engineering (CSE) backgrounds. However, their general CAT percentile cutoff for shortlisting is 85 for GEN category and 75 for NC-OBC and EWS categories. For SC cut-off is 70, for ST it is 65 and 60 for PwD.
How can I get admission in IIM Bangalore?
Admission to IIM Bangalore depends on your chosen course—MBA (PGP), Executive MBA (PGPEM), or PhD—and whether you are an Indian or international applicant. For Indian applicants to the MBA program, you need 50% in graduation (45% for SC/ST/PwD) and a strong CAT score (cutoff: 85 percentile, though 95+ is usually required). International applicants need a GMAT/GRE score (700+ on GMAT is competitive).
Selection involves a Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI), with weights on CAT/GMAT, academics, work experience, and diversity factors. For the Executive MBA, 4+ years of work experience is mandatory, while PhD admissions require a master’s or professional degree and qualifying entrance tests (CAT/GRE/GMAT/GATE/JRF).
Does IIM Bangalore accept CAT?
Yes, IIM Bangalore accepts CAT scores for its flagship MBA (PGP) program. The CAT (Common Admission Test) is the primary entrance exam for Indian applicants seeking admission to IIM Bangalore's postgraduate programs. To be shortlisted, candidates typically need a strong CAT percentile, with a minimum cutoff of 85 percentile (for General category), though actual selection often requires a higher score, usually 95+ percentile.
For international applicants, GMAT or GRE scores are accepted instead of CAT.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, which will be updated soon subject to the notification issued by the University/College.
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