Is CAT mandatory for IIM Guwahati MBA admission 2027?

Yes. CAT 2026 is the only accepted entrance exam for the 2027-29 batch. GMAT and other management entrance tests are not accepted for IIM Guwahati MBA admission.

What is the CAT 2026 cutoff for IIM Guwahati?

Based on the 2026-28 cycle, the minimum cutoffs are: General/EWS needs 85 percentile overall and 75 in each section. NC-OBC needs 80 overall and 70 sectional. SC needs 75 overall and 65 sectional. ST needs 65 overall and 55 sectional. All candidates must score positive raw marks in all three CAT sections.

Does IIM Guwahati conduct any personal interview or group discussion?

No. IIM Guwahati does not conduct any WAT, GD, or personal interview. Final admission to IIM Guwahati is based entirely on the Composite Score computed from CAT 2026 performance and academic credentials.

How is the Composite Score calculated at IIM Guwahati?

The formula is CS = 0.65 x NCAT + 0.35 x NAR. NAR = (A + B + C + D) / 35, where A is Class 10 performance (max 10 points), B is Class 12 performance (max 10 points), C is graduation performance (max 10 points), and D is full-time work experience in months (max 5 points). The final merit list is prepared category-wise.

How many MBA seats are available at IIM Guwahati?

The 2026-28 inaugural batch had 70 seats: General 28, EWS 7, NC-OBC 19, SC 11, and ST 5. PwD seats are 5% horizontal across each category. The official intake for the 2027-29 batch will be announced on iimg.ac.in.

What is the total fee for the MBA at IIM Guwahati?

The total fee for the 2026-28 batch was INR 18 lakh, covering tuition and accommodation. Meals are excluded from this amount. Fee details for the 2027-29 batch will be officially announced. Contact admission@iimg.ac.in for current information.

Can final year bachelors degree students apply to IIM Guwahati?

Yes. Final year bachelors degree students are eligible to apply for IIM Guwahati MBA admission. They must submit a principals certificate confirming projected achievement of 50% marks. Degree certificates must be submitted by December 31, 2027 (Tentative) to retain the admission offer.

Does work experience improve chances at IIM Guwahati MBA?

Yes. Full-time work experience in completed months contributes up to 5 points in the Academic Rating (NAR). This is part of the 35% NAR weightage in the Composite Score. Work experience is not mandatory. Freshers can still score fully across the three academic components.

How do I apply for IIM Guwahati MBA admission 2027?

You cannot apply directly to IIM Guwahati. Register and appear for CAT 2026. If you meet the academic eligibility and CAT cutoffs, IIMG will email you an application link in May 2027. Submit the form with documents before the deadline to be considered for the merit list.

What is the minimum graduation percentage for IIM Guwahati MBA?

General, EWS, and NC-OBC candidates need a minimum of 50% marks in their bachelors degree. SC, ST, and PwD candidates need a minimum of 45%. The degree must be of at least three years duration after 10+2 from a recognized institution.

IIM Guwahati PGP General Management: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

IIM Guwahati PGP Fees 2027

Component	Amount (INR)
Term 1 Fee	INR 3,52,000
Terms 2 to 6 (INR 2,89,600 each)	INR 14,48,000
Caution Deposit (refundable)	INR 30,000
Total Fees	INR 18,30,000

Caution deposit of INR 30,000 is refundable after programme completion.

An offer acceptance fee of INR 1,00,000 is payable upon receiving the admission offer and is adjusted against Term 1 fees.

IIM Guwahati PGP Admission 2027

Event	Date
CAT Registration Closes	Sep 15, 2026
CAT Admit Card Release	Nov 4, 2026
CAT Exam	Nov 29, 2026
CAT Result	Dec 24, 2026

Minimum CAT overall percentile for General category is 85, with sectional minimum of 75.

No group discussion or personal interview is part of the IIM Guwahati selection process.

Final-year graduation students may apply provisionally, subject to degree submission by December 31, 2027.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 years from a recognised institution with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD)

Valid CAT score meeting category-wise overall and sectional cut-off percentiles set by IIM Guwahati

Final-year students are eligible to apply provisionally subject to submitting degree proof post-results

Admission Process

Stage 1: Basic academic eligibility verification by IIM Guwahati admissions committee

Stage 2: CAT cut-off based shortlisting using category-wise overall and sectional percentiles

Stage 3: Final merit list calculation using composite score: 65% normalised CAT score and 35% academic rating

No personal interview or group discussion is conducted at any stage

Pay offer acceptance fee of INR 1,00,000 (adjusted against Term 1) to confirm the seat

✓ Opt for this if

You want an IIM brand at a competitive fee compared to older IIMs
You have a strong CAT score and solid academics but weak interview skills
You are comfortable with a new institution building its reputation
You want to be part of the founding alumni batch of a growing IIM

✗ Skip if

You need a long-established placement record before choosing an institution
You prefer a campus in a major metro city with higher industry connectivity
You require institutional scholarships or fee waivers that are not yet notified

IIM Guwahati PGP Scholarships 2027

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Education Loan via Nationalised Banks	As per bank norms	Enrolled IIM Guwahati PGP students

IIM Guwahati scholarship schemes have not been officially notified for the 2027-29 batch.

Students may apply for education loans through nationalised banks using the official IIM Guwahati admission letter.

IIM Guwahati PGP FAQs

Ques. Is IIM Guwahati a new IIM and how does mentorship by IIM Ahmedabad work?

Ans. IIM Guwahati is India’s newest IIM, established by the Government of India in 2026 and located in Guwahati, Assam. During its formative phase, it is mentored by IIM Ahmedabad, the top-ranked management institution in India. This mentorship involves faculty support, curriculum design assistance, and institutional guidance, ensuring that the academic standards and pedagogy at IIM Guwahati align with those of a premier IIM from day one.

Ques. Does IIM Guwahati conduct a personal interview as part of admission?

Ans. No. IIM Guwahati does not conduct a personal interview or group discussion for PGP admission. The final selection is entirely based on a composite score that assigns 65% weightage to the normalised CAT score and 35% to the normalised academic rating covering Class 10, Class 12, and graduation performance. This makes the process transparent and performance-based without subjective interview rounds.

Ques. What is the total fee for IIM Guwahati PGP?

Ans. The total programme fee for IIM Guwahati PGP is INR 18,30,000 for the full 2-year duration, including a refundable caution deposit of INR 30,000. The fee is paid in six terms, with Term 1 at INR 3,52,000 and Terms 2 to 6 at INR 2,89,600 each. An offer acceptance fee of INR 1,00,000 is payable upon admission and is later adjusted against Term 1 fees.

Ques. What CAT score is needed to get into IIM Guwahati PGP?

Ans. For the General category, IIM Guwahati requires a minimum overall CAT percentile of 85 and a minimum sectional percentile of 75 in each of the three sections for initial shortlisting. Cut-offs for other categories are lower: NC-OBC requires 80 overall, SC requires 75, and ST requires 65. Meeting the cut-off leads to Stage 3 where the final composite score is calculated using CAT performance and academic record.

Ques. What is the expected placement outlook for IIM Guwahati PGP students?

Ans. IIM Guwahati launched its first PGP batch in 2026 and is in its formative phase, with the first graduating batch completing the programme in 2028. Comprehensive placement data is not yet available. Being mentored by IIM Ahmedabad and carrying the IIM brand, the institution is expected to attract reputable recruiters as it establishes its campus and alumni base across the coming years.

Ques. Does IIM Guwahati offer scholarship programmes for PGP students?

Ans. Institutional scholarship schemes for IIM Guwahati PGP students have not yet been officially notified for the 2027-29 batch. As the institution is in its formative phase, the scholarship framework is still being developed. Students may apply for education loans through nationalised banks and central government scholarship portals using the IIM Guwahati admission offer letter once admitted.