What is the CAT cutoff for IIM Trichy PGPM admission?

For the 2026-28 batch, the IIM Trichy CAT cutoff for General category is 95.25 percentile overall with 75 percentile in each section (VARC, DILR, QA). IIM Trichy has the highest CAT cutoff among JAP IIMs. EWS/NC-OBC cutoff is 88.5 to 89 overall. SC cutoff is 75 overall.

What is the composite score formula for IIM Trichy PGPM selection?

IIM Trichy uses 100 marks total: CAT score (52%) + Personal Interview (20%) + Work Experience (10%) + UG performance (5%) + Gender Diversity (6%) + Class 12 (3%) + Academic Diversity (2%) + Class 10 (2%). Female and transgender candidates receive 6 gender diversity marks. Non-engineering first-class graduates get 2 marks for academic diversity (cannot combine both).

What is JAP and which IIMs participate with IIM Trichy?

JAP (Joint Admission Process) is a common admission platform for IIM Trichy, IIM Kashipur, IIM Raipur, and IIM Ranchi. Candidates submit one application and one fee to apply to all four IIMs simultaneously. Each IIM independently shortlists and selects based on its own policy and seat matrix.

What is the total fee for PGPM at IIM Trichy?

The total 2-year PGPM fee at IIM Trichy is INR 21,00,000. The same fee applies for PGPM-HR. Collateral-free education loans are available from partner banks to cover the full fee. Need-based partial waivers are available for eligible students.

Is work experience mandatory for IIM Trichy PGPM?

Work experience is not mandatory for PGPM or PGPM-HR at IIM Trichy. However, it carries 10% weight in the composite score. Experience of 24 to 29 months earns maximum points. Only full-time, remunerative post-graduation experience counts. Part-time and freelance roles are excluded.

What is special about IIM Trichy PGPM-HR?

The PGPM-HR at IIM Trichy is the only IIM-offered MBA with a dedicated Human Resource Management specialisation. It was launched in 2020 and follows the same 2-year residential format as the regular PGPM. Admission is through the same CAT and JAP process. The programme fee is also INR 21,00,000.

Does IIM Trichy offer direct or management quota admission?

No. IIM Trichy does not offer a management quota or direct admission pathway. All PGPM and PGPM-HR seats are filled strictly through merit-based CAT and JAP selection. No direct, institutional, or NRI quota exists for any IIM.

When does IIM Trichy PI and WAT take place for the 2027 batch?

WAT and PI for the 2027-29 PGPM batch are expected in February to March 2027 (Tentative). They are conducted offline at 10 designated venues across India. Shortlisted candidates receive the venue list along with their call letter after CAT 2026 results.

When does CAT 2026 registration close for IIM Trichy admission?

CAT 2026 registration closes on September 15, 2026. The CAT exam is on November 29, 2026. Results are expected by December 24, 2026. JAP application and IIM Trichy PI shortlists are expected in January to February 2027.

How are IIM Trichy hostels?

IIM Trichy hostels are full of life and facilities like a functional mess and canteen, sports facilities along with gym, swimming pool, full speed internet, LAN connection, functional lift to move across floors, and so on.

Are there special facilities for differently abled students too, at IIM Trichy hostels?

Yes, there are special rooms designed for differently abled students along with attached bathrooms at ground floor. The students have access to all such facilities like common rooms, lifts, etc. that make them and their stays comfortable.

Does IIM Trichy have air conditioning facilities too?

Yes, IIM Trichy hostels have AC facilities within classrooms, library, canteen etc. and even hostels available as per students preferences.

What is the overall fees structure for IIM Trichy hostels like?

The hostels fee structure for IIM Trichy sums up to INR 60,000 per year. It may vary depending on the room occupancy type, courses pursuing and other factors too.

What are the functional timings of mess and canteen at IIM Trichy hostel?

The mess is functional all through the day and provides 4 time meals to its students. The mess and canteen is also functional during the night keeping in mind the important feeding habits of students during night.

Are there gym facilities at IIM Trichy hostels?

Yes, there is a well designed gymnasium for fitness freaks within hostel premises of IIM Trichy. The gym is equipped with all necessary equipment and is functional during working hours of the day.

IIM Trichy Ph.D (Exec.) : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

IIM Trichy PhD Executive Fees 2027

Component	Amount (INR)
Programme Fee (4 years)	INR 15,00,000
Total Fees	INR 15,00,000

Application fee of INR 1,000 paid separately and waived for SC, ST, and DAP candidates.

Fees exclude accommodation and food during campus immersion visits.

Education loans from empanelled banks are available for admitted candidates.

IIM Trichy PhD Executive Admission 2027

Event	Date
EDPM Application Opens	November 2026 (Tentative)
EDPM Application Closes	December 2026 (Tentative)
Interview and Selection Process	January 2027 (Tentative)
Final Selection Results	March 2027 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	July 2027 (Tentative)

No standardised entrance exam such as CAT or GMAT is required for EDPM.

Selection is area-specific and conducted by faculty from the chosen research domain.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Master’s degree or equivalent from any recognised institution in any discipline, with no mandatory requirement for an MBA or PGPM

Minimum 10 years of full-time professional work experience in a managerial or executive capacity

Strong research aptitude, analytical ability, and motivation to complete a doctoral programme alongside professional responsibilities

Candidates may choose from 7 research areas: Economics and Public Policy, Finance and Accounting, Information Systems and Analytics, Marketing, Operations Management and Decision Sciences, Organisational Behaviour and HRM, and Strategy and Entrepreneurship

Admission Process

Submit online application with academic credentials, professional profile, and statement of research interest

Pay the application fee of INR 1,000 (waived for SC, ST, and DAP candidates)

Faculty from the chosen research area review the application and research interest

Shortlisted candidates attend an area-specific interview and research aptitude assessment

Final selection based on academic profile, professional experience depth, and alignment with the research area

Admitted candidates commence a 6-term coursework phase before advancing to the dissertation stage

✓ Opt for this if

Senior executive with 10-plus years experience targeting a research credential
Want a doctoral degree without leaving your current job or relocating
Interested in contributing to academic research in management or public policy
Looking for an IIM-credentialled research degree from a NIRF top-20 institute
Prefer flexible virtual learning with structured periodic campus immersion visits

✗ Skip if

Have fewer than 10 years of full-time professional experience after graduation
Seeking a structured MBA-type course rather than a research dissertation
Need campus placement assistance for fresh employment after completing the degree
Looking for a programme that requires CAT or GMAT scores for eligibility

IIM Trichy PhD Executive Scholarships 2027

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Merit Cum Means Scholarship	As per government norms	EWS candidates with financial need
Post Matric Scholarship for Minorities	As per government norms	Minority community candidates
Top Class Education Scheme for SC	As per government norms	SC category candidates
Education Loan (empanelled banks)	As per bank norms	All admitted EDPM students

Government scholarships applied for through the National Scholarship Portal.

Application fee is waived for SC, ST, and DAP candidates at the time of applying.

IIM Trichy PhD Executive FAQs

Ques. What is the eligibility for IIM Trichy’s Executive Doctoral Programme?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent from a recognised institution in any discipline and have a minimum of 10 years of full-time professional experience in managerial or executive roles. An MBA or PGPM is not mandatory for eligibility. Applicants should demonstrate strong research aptitude and analytical ability, as selection is area-specific and based on the candidate’s profile and research interest.

Ques. How is IIM Trichy’s EDPM different from its full-time PhD (DPM)?

Ans. The full-time DPM at IIM Trichy is a residential programme for fresh or recent graduates focused on producing full-time academic researchers. The EDPM is a non-residential 4-year programme specifically designed for senior working professionals who want doctoral credentials while continuing their careers. The EDPM does not require relocation and is delivered mainly through virtual sessions with 6 structured campus visits over 24 months.

Ques. What research areas are available in IIM Trichy’s EDPM?

Ans. The IIM Trichy Executive Doctoral Programme offers research in 7 functional areas: Economics and Public Policy, Finance and Accounting, Information Systems and Analytics, Marketing, Operations Management and Decision Sciences, Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management, and Strategy and Entrepreneurship. Candidates can apply to a maximum of 2 areas in a single admission cycle, with selection conducted separately by faculty from each area.

Ques. What is the total fee for IIM Trichy Executive PhD?

Ans. The total programme fee for IIM Trichy’s Executive Doctoral Programme is INR 15,00,000 for the full 4-year duration. An application fee of INR 1,000 is charged separately at the time of application and is waived for SC, ST, and DAP category candidates. Fees exclude accommodation and food expenses during campus immersion visits. Education loans through empanelled banks are available for admitted students.

Ques. How long does IIM Trichy’s Executive PhD take to complete?

Ans. The IIM Trichy Executive Doctoral Programme is designed to be completed within 4 years, with a maximum permitted duration of 5 years. The first 2 years involve structured coursework (36 credits across 6 terms) delivered through virtual sessions and 6 five-day campus visits. Years 3 and 4 are dedicated to the dissertation, which includes a research proposal defense and a final dissertation defense before a faculty committee.

Ques. Is CAT or GMAT required for IIM Trichy Executive PhD admission?

Ans. No. IIM Trichy’s EDPM does not require a CAT, GMAT, or any other standardised entrance exam for admission. Selection is based on the candidate’s academic profile, professional experience, research interest statement, and performance in an area-specific interview conducted by faculty in the chosen research domain. This makes the programme accessible to experienced professionals regardless of their exam-taking history.