Sapna Content Writer
Content Writer | Updated On - Jan 16, 2026
Only shortlisted candidates can proceed further in the admission process.
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode has released the Stage-2 shortlist for MBA Admissions 2026. Candidates shortlisted in this stage have been called for the Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds.
According to candidate updates shared on CAT preparation forums and Reddit, shortlisted candidates have started receiving SMS notifications regarding the Stage-2 shortlist. Some candidates have reported that emails may be sent later, and the update is already visible on the official IIM Kozhikode admissions portal.
The IIM Kozhikode Stage-2 shortlist has been prepared based on a composite score, which includes the CAT 2025 score, academic performance, work experience, and diversity factors. Only shortlisted candidates can proceed further in the admission process.
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Image Source: IIM Kozhikode MBA Admission 2026 @reddit.com
IIM Kozhikode MBA Admission 2026: Who Can Proceed Further?
- Candidates who have received an SMS or email from IIM Kozhikode.
- Candidates who can see their Stage-2 (WAT & PI) status on the IIM Kozhikode admissions portal.
IIM Kozhikode MBA Admission 2026 Stage-2 Shortlist-How to Check?
Since no public PDF or announcement link is available, candidates can check their status by following these steps:
- Visit the official website of IIM Kozhikode.
- Go to the Admissions MBA Admissions 2026 section.
- Log in using CAT ID and registered credentials.
- Check the Stage-2 (WAT & PI) shortlist status.
- If shortlisted, proceed to fill the WAT/PI registration form.
Candidates are also advised to check their SMS inbox and registered email regularly, as communications are being sent in phases.
IIM Kozhikode MBA Admission 2026 Stage 2 Selection Process
Shortlist Criteria: Aggregate Index Score
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| CAT 2025 Index Score | 50% |
| Class X Percentage Score* | 15% |
| Class XII Percentage Score** | 20% |
| Gender/Academic Diversity Score*** | 10% / 5% |
| Work Experience Score | 5% |
| Total Aggregate Score | 100% |
Image Source: IIM Kozhikode MBA Admission 2026 @iimk.ac.in
IIM Kozhikode MBA Admission 2026 Final Score Computation
| Component | Weightage |
| CAT 2025 Index Score | 35% |
| Personal Interview (PI) Score | 35% |
| Writing Ability Test (WAT) Score | 20% |
| Resume Score | 10% |
| Total Final Score | 100% |
Image Source: IIM Kozhikode MBA Admission 2026 @iimk.ac.in
No separate public link or PDF shortlist has been released yet. Updates are being shared via official portal login, SMS, and email, as confirmed by multiple candidates on discussion platforms.
For more information, students can visit the official website, iimk.ac.in. For more updates like this, check collegedunia.com
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