Latest Updates for IIM Ahmedabad
GATE 2025 application form release date has been postponed to Aug 28, 2024.
GATE 2025 exam date has been scheduled for Feb 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025.
IIM Ahmedabad admission 2025 is based on the CAT 2024 exam for MBA and executive degree programs. IIMA has introduced courses like PGP and PGP-FABM, and the number of admissions in this section is steadily growing. CAT result 2024 is scheduled for November 24, 2024 and result will announcecd in December, 2024.
IIMA has decided to implement Reservation of Seats for backward classes like Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe and Other Backward Classes in their doctoral programme from the academic year of 2025. Seats would also be reserved for disabled students.
IIM Ahmedabad has one of the most challenging admission processes in the country, through which only deserving students are allowed to be part of this highly reputed institute. Learn more about the courses and other factors that attract the students here- GetMyUni Verdict.
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IIM Ahmedabad course admissions are held based on the academic profile of the candidate, entrance exam scores, and performance in the IIM Ahmedabad selection procedure.
The table below covers the important upcoming events of the IIM Ahmedabad admission process. However, students can also check the institute's official portal for more details on the IIM Ahmedabad selection criteria and relevant dates to apply for Personal Interview (PI) and Analytical Writing Test (AWT).
Events | Dates |
PGP AWT PI Shortlist declared | January 06, 2025 (Tentative) |
PGP Merit List Declaration | April 14, 2025 (Tentative) |
PGP Seat Confirmation | 3rd Week of April 2025 |
Commencement of Classes | First Week of June 2025 |
IIM Ahmedabad PG admission 2024 is open to five courses - MBA, MBA Food and Agri-Business Management (MBA-FABM), Post Graduate Programme in Management for Executives (MBA PGPX), e-Mode Post Graduate Programme in Management (ePGP), and ePost Graduate Diploma in Advanced Business Analytics (ePGD-ABA).
The eligibility criteria for IIM Ahmedabad MBA admission 2024 include an undergraduate degree with a minimum grade point average of 50%. To proceed to the next step, candidates must have successfully completed the CAT/GMAT and have a merit score.
In the selection process, candidates will be screened based on Applicant Rating Score (ARS), Analytical Writing Test (AWT) and Personal Interview (PI). The final selection will be done based on the combined scores from the first and second screening tests.
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The table below provides more information on IIMA admission, including the IIM Ahmedabad eligibility criteria, selection process, and fee details.
Course | Total Fee | Eligibility & Selection |
MBA | INR 26,50,000 |
Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with a 50% minimum aggregate score Selection Process: CAT + Analytical Writing Test (AWT) + Personal Interview (PI) + Application Rating Score + Final Composite Score (FCS) |
(Post Graduate Programme in Management for Executives) |
INR 33,00, 000 |
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 4 years of work experience Selection Process: GMAT/GRE score + Personal Interview |
(Food and Agri-Business Management) |
INR 24,61,000 |
Eligibility: Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Sciences or relevant discipline with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (5% relaxation for SC/ST/PwD) Selection Process: CAT + Analytical Writing Test + Personal Interviews (AWT-PIs) + Final Composite Score (FCS) + Extra-curricular recognitions |
(e-Mode Post Graduate Programme in Management) |
INR 20,00,000 |
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree/ CA/ CS/ ICWA with at least 50% aggregate score OR Working Professionals/ Entrepreneurs with 3 years of Work Experience Selection Process: CAT/ GMAT/ GRE/ IIMA Admission Test + Personal Interview |
(ePost Graduate Diploma in Advanced Business Analytics) |
INR 12,00,000 |
Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with 2 years of work experience OR Bachelor's degree with exceptional academic qualifications Selection Process: CAT/ GMAT/ GRE/GATE/ ePGD-ABA qualifying-cum-aptitude test + Statement of Purpose (SOP) |
IIM Ahmedabad admission is open to a five-year PhD program in 11 specialisations. NRIs and International students must hold a relevant score in the GMAT. Note that for PhD, students can get an allowance of INR 25,000 for each year and up to INR 1,75,000 for attending international workshops or conferences.
The 11 specialisations offered are - Marketing, Agriculture, Economics, Human Resource Management, Finance & Accounting, Information Systems, Organizational Behaviour, Production & Quantitative Methods, Public Systems, Strategy and Innovation & Management in Education.
To qualify for the IIM Ahmedabad PhD admission, applicants must have the below-mentioned IIM Ahmedabad eligibility. The course fee details are also provided in the table below.
Course | Total Fee | Eligibility & Selection |
PhD | INR 30,680 |
Eligibility: Master's Degree/ 2-year PG Diploma/ 5-year Integrated Master's Degree with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks OR complete CA/ CS CMA with a minimum of 50% marks. Selection Process: CAT/ GMAT/ GRE/ GATE/ UGC-JRF/ ICAR-SRF/ UGC-NET + Personal Interview |
IIM Ahmedabad admission is open to two certificate programs, the Faculty Development Programme (FDP) and the Armed Forces Programme (AFP). The FDP program is structured for management teachers and researchers in management schools, universities, colleges, and professional institutes.
Candidates interested in enrolling for FDP must be below 45 years, have PG-level teaching experience in management or two years of research experience. The IIM Ahmedabad admission process involves submitting the application form followed by telephonic interviews and recommendations or sponsors (if any).
The AFP (Armed Forces Programme) program is a "Business Management Course" designed for officers from the armed forces. Hence, being an army officer is mandatory IIM Ahmedabad admission criteria to apply for this six-month full-time program.
IIM Ahmedabad offers admission to various management programs like MBA, MBA-PGPX, MBA-FABM, ePGP, ePGD-ABA, FDP, and PhD. The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad admission process is held in various phases depending on the program the students select.
The IIM Ahmedabad admission form for each management program is released several days before the commencement of the admission process. Candidates can access the IIM Ahmedabad application form on the official portal. Once shortlisted, students must reserve their seats by depositing the required course fee. Detailed information is available on the IIM Ahmedabad Courses and Fee page.
Below is a quick roadmap to complete the IIM Ahmedabad application form 2024. Note that before applying, candidates must hold a relevant score in CAT 2023.
To be eligible for IIM Ahmedabad admission, applicants must possess a valid scorecard of the accepted entrance exams. An overseas candidate with a food and agriculture background can apply with a GMAT score instead of a CAT score.
Below are the accepted IIM Ahmedabad entrance exams for the courses offered at the institute.
Courses Offered | Entrance Exams Accepted |
MBA | CAT |
MBA-FABM | CAT |
ePGD-ABA | CAT/ GMAT/ GRE/ GATE/ ePGD-ABA qualifying-cum-aptitude test |
ePGP | CAT/ GMAT/ GRE/ GATE/ IIMA Admission Test |
MBA-PGPX | GMAT/ GRE |
PhD | CAT/ GMAT/ GRE/ GATE/ UGC-JRF/ ICAR-SRF/ UGC-NET |
Here are some pointers to note while preparing for IIM Ahmedabad admission.
The IIM Ahmedabad selection process is held in two phases. Candidates will be shortlisted for the final selection round based on their performance in the first and second phases, elaborated below.
CAT Sectional Cutoff 2023 for IIMA Admission
IIMA CAT expected sectional cutoff 2023 is tabulated below for the reference of the candidates.
Category/ Section
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VARC | DILR | QA | Total Percentile |
General/ EWS | 70-75 | 70-75 | 70-75 | 80-85 |
NC-OBC/ EWS | 65-70 | 65-70 | 65-70 | 75-80 |
SC/ PWD | 60-65 | 60-65 | 60-65 | 70-75 |
ST | 50-55 | 50-55 | 50-55 | 60-65 |
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Below are the documents that students must submit to complete the IIMA admission process.
Below are the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad admission helplines. Candidates can reach out to the institute for any admission-related queries.
IIM Ahmedabad Admission Contact Details | |
Address | Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad 380015, Gujarat, India |
Phone Number | +91-79-71523456 / 26308357 |
E-mail ID | afp@iima.ac.in |
Q: Does IIM Ahmedabad accept CAT scores for MBA admission?
A: Yes. CAT scores are compulsory for admission to IIM Ahmedabad.
Q: When is the CAT 2024 exam?
A: The CAT 2024 exam will be held on November 24, 2024.
Q: Can I get direct admission to IIM Ahmedabad?
A: No. IIM Ahmedabad admission is based on the overall merit of the candidates. The selection will be based on the entrance exam scores, GD, PI, written tests, work experience, and Application Rating Score (ARS). Refer the above article for more details.
Q: What are the IIM Ahmedabad eligibility criteria for MBA admission?
A: Students must complete Graduation with 50% aggregate marks. Applicants must also hold a relevant rank in any of the following entrance exams - CAT/ GMAT and pass the two-level screening tests. Refer to the above article for more details.
Q: What are the entrance tests accepted by IIM Ahmedabad?
A: CAT is accepted for Indian candidates, GMAT for candidates who are foreign nationals, and for certain PhD courses, GRE is accepted. Other accepted exams include GATE, UGC NET, and IAT. Refer the above article for more details.
Q: How much CAT score is required for IIM Ahmedabad?
A: CAT cutoff 2023 is yet to be released. Hence based on the previous year's data, the expected CAT score for general and EWS is 80-85; NC-OBC is 75-80; SC/ PWD is 70-75, and for ST it is anticipated to be 60-65.
Q: What is the minimum 12th percentage for IIM Ahmedabad?
A: The minimum 12th percentage required for IIM Ahmedabad is 55%. However, students with higher scores, like 80 - 90% in Class 12, will be preferred. Hence, having a competitive academic profile is crucial for IIMA admission.
Q: What is the highest salary in IIM Ahmedabad?
A: INR 1.46 CPA was the highest salary in the IIM Ahmedabad 2023 placements.
Q: Can I get into IIM Ahmedabad without CAT?
A: No. CAT scores are mandatory to apply for any management programme offered at IIM Ahmedabad.
Q: Who is eligible for the CAT exam?
A: Applicants holding a Bachelor's degree recognised University scoring a minimum of 50% aggregate marks are eligible to apply for the CAT exam.
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