IIM SAP 2026 Process Explained

Supplementary Admission Process (SAP) 2026 offers an additional pathway for candidates seeking MBA seats at IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu after the Common Admission Process (CAP) concludes. This process is particularly useful for those with strong CAT performance who did not make it through IIM CAP but still meet specific eligibility criteria. The SAP rounds include registration, shortlisting based on CAT percentiles, and Personal Interview (PI) rounds conducted separately by the participating IIMs.

Who Is Eligible for SAP 2026?

To be eligible for the SAP admission process:

• Candidates must have a valid CAT 2025 score.
• They should not be shortlisted under the CAP (Common Admission Process).
• They must meet the SAP minimum CAT percentile cut-offs set by individual IIMs.

The SAP process provides an opportunity for candidates who are above the SAP cut-off but below the higher CAP threshold to secure an interview and final selection.

IIM SAP Timelines 2026 (Expected)

SAP Minimum CAT Cut-Off

While official 2026 SAP cut-offs will be confirmed after CAT results, past patterns and current trends suggest the following expected cut-offs for SAP (based on earlier SAP rounds):

These cut-offs are typically lower than CAP cut-offs, which are often around 95 percentile for general category candidates.

• At IIM Bodh Gaya, the SAP cut-offs include sectional requirements (e.g., VARC, DILR, QA around 72%ile) for most categories, with slightly different thresholds for female candidates under supernumerary seats.
• For IIM Jammu, past data indicates category-wise cut-offs where general-category males need a higher overall percentile compared to females and other categories.

Key Points for Candidates

• SAP is ideal for those who miss CAP cuts but have competitive CAT scores above SAP thresholds.
• Candidates should check official IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu websites for exact SAP registration dates and cut-off announcements.
• Preparation for the Personal Interview (PI) is crucial, as this round typically decides final selection in the SAP route.

Summary

IIM SAP 2026 admission process offers a valuable alternative path for MBA aspirants at IIM Bodh Gaya and IIM Jammu who have strong CAT scores but are not shortlisted under CAP.