IIM Kashipur Admission 2027 is entrance-based and merit-driven across all programmes. The MBA and MBA Analytics run independent processes with separate seat pools and eligibility requirements. Both are objective and rank-driven with no management quota.
The MBA participates in JAP 2027, a shared shortlisting and interview process. JAP 2027 co-involves IIM Raipur, IIM Ranchi, and IIM Trichy. A single JAP registration and one Personal Interview apply to all four institutes.
Admission Update:
- MBA (2027-29 Batch): Appear for CAT 2026 on Nov 29, 2026. JAP 2027 application expected in January 2027 (Tentative).
- MBA Analytics (2027-29 Batch): CAT 2026 or GMAT (min 670) required. Application expected in January to March 2027 (Tentative).
- PhD (2027 Cycle): Next admission notification awaited. CAT, GMAT, GATE, GRE, or UGC-NET/JRF accepted per specialisation.
- IIM Kashipur MBA has 210 seats. Reservation follows GoI norms: NC-OBC 27%, SC 15%, EWS 10%, ST 7.5%, PwD 5% (horizontal).
- No WAT or GD is conducted at any stage. MBA selection uses CAT score and Personal Interview only.
- MBA Analytics admits only 12 students per batch. It runs a separate application process from the MBA.
- Regular MBA does NOT accept GMAT. Only CAT 2026 qualifies for the two-year MBA programme.
IIM Kashipur Admission Portal 2027: iimkashipur.ac.in
Direct Admission at IIM Kashipur: IIM Kashipur does not offer a management quota or NRI management seats. All 210 MBA seats are filled through merit under JAP 2027.
IIM Kashipur MBA Admission 2027
IIM Kashipur MBA admission 2027 selects students for the 2027-29 batch through CAT 2026 and JAP 2027. The institute runs a combined shortlist and Personal Interview with IIM Raipur, IIM Ranchi, and IIM Trichy. Candidates register once and attend a single PI evaluated by all four institutes.
IIM Kashipur MBA Important Dates 2027
CAT 2026 dates are confirmed. JAP 2027 application and interview dates are tentative and will be published after CAT 2026 results.
| Event |
Date |
| CAT 2026 Registration Opens |
Aug 3, 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Registration Closes |
Sep 15, 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Admit Card Release |
Nov 4, 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Exam |
Nov 29, 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Result |
Dec 24, 2026 (Tentative) |
| JAP 2027 Application Opens |
January 2027 (Tentative) |
| JAP 2027 Application Closes |
January 2027 (Tentative) |
| PI Shortlist Announcement |
February 2027 (Tentative) |
| Personal Interview (PI) Rounds |
March to April 2027 (Tentative) |
| Final Merit List and Offers |
May 2027 (Tentative) |
| Programme Commencement |
June 2027 (Tentative) |
IIM Kashipur MBA Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must hold a full-time bachelor’s degree from a recognised university. Minimum marks differ by category. Final-year students may apply but must meet the marks requirement before joining.
| Category |
Min Graduation Marks |
CAT Overall Percentile (Ref: JAP 2026) |
| General |
50% |
95.00 |
| EWS |
50% |
81.00 |
| NC-OBC |
47% |
81.00 |
| SC |
45% |
66.00 |
| ST |
45% |
42.00 |
| PwD (DAP) |
45% |
42.00 |
CAT percentile cutoffs are from the JAP 2026 cycle. JAP 2027 cutoffs will be updated after CAT 2026 results.
- Sectional CAT minimums (General): 75 percentile in each of QA, DILR, and VRC. NC-OBC/EWS: 52 per section. SC: 45. ST/PwD: 30 in QA, 25 in DILR and VRC.
- The actual PI shortlist cutoff typically exceeds the eligibility minimum. In JAP 2026, General category candidates needed 96.25 overall to receive a PI call, against an eligibility floor of 95.
- Candidates from any undergraduate discipline may apply. An engineering background is not required.
IIM Kashipur MBA Selection Criteria 2027
IIM Kashipur MBA 2027 selection uses a 100-point composite score. There is no WAT or Group Discussion at any stage. The entire weight rests on CAT performance, academics, work experience, diversity, and the Personal Interview.
| Component |
Points |
Details |
| CAT 2026 Score |
41 |
Normalised against the highest CAT score in the shortlisted pool |
| Personal Interview (PI) |
25 |
Single panel covers academics, work experience, goals, and current affairs |
| Work Experience |
15 |
Maximum at 18 to 30 months. Zero below 6 months or above 36 months |
| Graduation Marks |
5 |
Slab-based on graduation percentage |
| Gender Diversity |
6 |
Female and transgender candidates receive full 6 points |
| Academic Diversity |
2 |
Non-engineering undergraduate degree holders |
| Class X Marks |
2 |
Proportional to percentage scored |
| Class XII Marks |
2 |
Proportional to percentage scored |
| Professional Qualifications |
2 |
CA, CS, or ICWA holders only |
| Total |
100 |
|
Work experience scoring curve at IIM Kashipur:
- Less than 6 months: 0 points
- 6 to 12 months: 3 points
- 12 to 18 months: 7 points
- 18 to 24 months: 15 points (maximum)
- 24 to 30 months: 15 points (maximum)
- 30 to 36 months: 5 points
- More than 36 months: 0 points
Key insight: CAT and PI together make up 66 of the 100 points. A strong PI can offset a slightly lower CAT score. Female, transgender, and non-engineering candidates earn up to 8 additional points through diversity bonuses.
How to Apply for MBA at IIM Kashipur?
MBA admission at IIM Kashipur requires two registrations: CAT 2026 first, then the JAP 2027 application. Both steps are online. No campus visit is required before the Personal Interview.
- Register for CAT 2026 at iimcat.ac.in between Aug 3 and Sep 15, 2026. Select IIM Kashipur in the institute preference section.
- After CAT 2026 results (expected Dec 24, 2026), eligible candidates receive an email invite from the JAP 2027 admission office.
- Complete JAP 2027 online registration (expected January 2027). Upload academic transcripts and category certificate if applicable.
- Candidates with work experience must upload a work experience letter from the employer.
- Appear for the Personal Interview as scheduled by JAP 2027 (expected March to April 2027).
- Accept the merit list offer within the deadline and pay the seat acceptance deposit to confirm your seat.
- Contact: admission@iimkashipur.ac.in or call +91-7900444090 (Ext 324, 327, 335).
Total programme fee for the 2027-29 batch: INR 11,20,000 in Year 1 and INR 9,60,000 in Year 2. Total: INR 20,80,000. Fees are subject to revision by the institute.
IIM Kashipur MBA Analytics Admission 2027
IIM Kashipur MBA Analytics 2027 runs a standalone admission entirely separate from the two-year MBA. It admits only 12 students per batch and accepts both CAT 2026 and valid GMAT scores. Candidates from any undergraduate discipline are eligible to apply.
IIM Kashipur MBA Analytics Admission Dates 2027
The 2026-28 batch has already been admitted. Dates for the 2027-29 cycle have not yet been announced. Based on the 2026-28 cycle pattern, applications are expected to open in early 2027.
| Event |
Date |
| CAT 2026 Exam |
Nov 29, 2026 |
| GMAT Validity Window |
Score from May 1, 2024 or later |
| MBA Analytics Application Opens |
January 2027 (Tentative) |
| MBA Analytics Application Closes |
March 2027 (Tentative) |
| Shortlist Announcement |
April to May 2027 (Tentative) |
| Personal Interview |
May to June 2027 (Tentative) |
| Programme Commencement |
June 2027 (Tentative) |
IIM Kashipur MBA Analytics Eligibility Criteria
IIM Kashipur MBA Analytics admission is open to graduates of any discipline. Minimum marks and qualifying exam requirements are as below.
| Category |
Min Graduation Marks |
| General / EWS |
50% |
| NC-OBC |
47% |
| SC / ST / PwD |
45% |
- Qualifying exam: CAT 2026 or a valid GMAT score of minimum 670 (taken from May 1, 2024 or later).
- The programme accepts applications from all undergraduate disciplines. Prior analytics or statistics background is not mandatory.
- Final-year students may apply. Minimum marks must be met before programme joining.
IIM Kashipur MBA Analytics Selection Criteria
Shortlisting for the MBA Analytics Personal Interview uses a composite score based on qualifying exam performance, work experience, and past academics. Final selection adds the PI result.
- Qualifying exam score (CAT or GMAT): 30% weight on the score above the minimum threshold.
- Work experience score: 20% weight.
- Past academic performance (Class X, XII, Graduation): 20% weight.
- Personal Interview: evaluated for final merit ranking after shortlisting.
Composite shortlisting score cutoffs (reference from 2026-28 batch):
| Category |
Composite Shortlist Score (Ref: 2026-28) |
| General |
60.13 |
| NC-OBC |
53.98 |
| EWS |
48.20 |
| SC |
44.76 |
| ST |
29.52 |
| PwD |
13.83 |
Scores are from the 2026-28 admission cycle and are subject to change for the 2027-29 batch. Contact the admissions office for updated thresholds.
How to Apply for MBA Analytics at IIM Kashipur?
- Appear for CAT 2026 (Nov 29, 2026) or obtain a valid GMAT score of 670 or above (score date from May 1, 2024 or later).
- When the portal opens (expected January 2027), apply at mbaanalytics.iimkashipurportal.org.
- Pay the application fee online: INR 1,500 for General, NC-OBC, and EWS candidates. INR 750 for SC, ST, and PwD candidates.
- Upload academic transcripts, valid exam score card, and category certificate if applicable.
- Upload a work experience letter if applicable. Work experience adds weight to the composite shortlist score.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for an online Personal Interview.
- Contact: admission@iimkashipur.ac.in for programme-specific queries.
Total programme fee: INR 11,20,000 in Year 1 and INR 9,60,000 in Year 2. Total: INR 20,80,000. Fees are indicative and subject to revision.
IIM Kashipur PhD Admission 2027
IIM Kashipur’s full-time PhD programme covers 9 specialisation areas in management and public policy. Selected scholars receive a monthly fellowship of INR 30,000 to INR 35,000 plus contingency and conference grants. The programme is expected to be completed within 5 years.
A master’s degree with minimum 60% marks is required. Equivalent qualifications include a 4-year bachelor’s degree with 60%, CA/CMA/CS, or an integrated master’s programme.
Key insight: IIM MBA or equivalent graduates from any IIM with a minimum CGPA of 7.0 on a 10-point scale are exempt from the qualifying exam requirement. They may apply directly to the PhD programme.
IIM Kashipur PhD Eligibility and Qualifying Exams
| Specialisation |
Accepted Qualifying Exams |
| Economics |
GATE, GMAT, GRE, CAT, UGC/CSIR-JRF, IIMB Test |
| Finance and Accounting |
GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, UGC/CSIR-JRF, IIMB Test |
| IT and Systems |
GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, IIMB Test, UGC/CSIR-JRF |
| Marketing |
GMAT, GRE, CAT, UGC/CSIR-JRF, IIMB Test |
| Public Policy |
UGC/CSIR-JRF only |
| Strategy |
GMAT, GRE, CAT, UGC/CSIR-JRF, IIMB Test |
| Business Communication, OB/HRM, Operations |
GMAT, GRE, CAT, UGC/CSIR-JRF, IIMB Test |
Minimum qualifying exam scores by category:
- CAT: General 85 percentile, NC-OBC/EWS 80 percentile, SC/ST/DAP 60 percentile.
- GMAT: General 610, NC-OBC/EWS 580, SC/ST/DAP 550.
- GRE: General 310, NC-OBC/EWS 295, SC/ST/DAP 275.
- GATE: General 95 percentile, NC-OBC/EWS 90 percentile, SC/ST/DAP 75 percentile.
- IIMB Test: General 85 percentile, NC-OBC/EWS 80 percentile, SC/ST/DAP 60 percentile.
- UGC/CSIR-JRF: Qualified status meets the requirement for all categories.
IIM Kashipur PhD Selection Process
Selection is two-stage. Stage 1 shortlists candidates based on qualifying exam score and academic profile. Stage 2 is a Personal Interview conducted at the IIM Kashipur campus.
- Stage 1: Shortlisting by qualifying exam score, academic performance, and Statement of Purpose.
- Stage 2: Personal Interview. Candidates are expected to discuss a research paper from their chosen area.
- Final offers are made category-wise and area-wise based on interview performance.
- Monthly fellowship: INR 30,000 to INR 35,000.
- Contingency grant: INR 1,25,000 per year.
- Conference grant: INR 3,00,000 over the programme duration.
IIM Kashipur Scholarships
IIM Kashipur provides full tuition fee waivers to a defined number of MBA students each year. Scholarships are disbursed across need and merit categories.
- Up to 23 students per year receive a full tuition fee waiver in Year 1, and up to 23 students in Year 2 of the MBA programme.
- Waiver split: 10 need-based, 10 need-cum-merit, and 3 merit-based per academic year.
- A student already receiving any other institute or government scholarship is not eligible for these waivers.
- MBA Analytics also provides full yearly tuition waivers to 10% of each batch under the same three categories.
Government of India scholarships available to eligible candidates:
- National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students.
- Central Sector Scholarship for Top Class Education for SC Students.
- PM YASASVI Scheme for OBC, EBC, and DNT Students.
- Top Class Education Scholarship for Students with Disabilities.
Education loan facilities are available through partner banks. Contact the admissions office for the current list of partner institutions.
IIM Kashipur Admission FAQs
Ques. What is the CAT cutoff for IIM Kashipur MBA 2027?
Ans. Based on JAP 2026, the eligibility cutoff for General category was 95 overall (75 percentile in each section). The actual PI shortlist cutoff was 96.25 overall for General. EWS and NC-OBC eligibility was 81 overall. SC was 66, and ST/PwD was 42. JAP 2027 cutoffs will be published after CAT 2026 results in December 2026.
Ques. Does IIM Kashipur conduct WAT or GD for MBA admission?
Ans. No. From the 2026-28 batch onward, IIM Kashipur does not conduct any WAT or GD. The selection process involves only the CAT score and a Personal Interview. The PI is conducted online and is evaluated jointly for all four JAP institutes.
Ques. Is work experience mandatory for MBA admission at IIM Kashipur?
Ans. Work experience is not mandatory. Freshers can apply and qualify. However, candidates with 18 to 30 months of experience earn the maximum 15 out of 15 points in the work experience component. Less than 6 months or more than 36 months scores 0 points.
Ques. What is the total MBA fee at IIM Kashipur for the 2027-29 batch?
Ans. The total fee is approximately INR 20,80,000 for the two-year programme. Year 1 fee is INR 11,20,000 (tuition INR 10,86,000 plus other fees INR 34,000) and Year 2 fee is INR 9,60,000. Fees are subject to revision by the institute and should be verified at the official portal before payment.
Ques. Can final-year students apply to IIM Kashipur MBA?
Ans. Yes. Students in the final year of their bachelor’s programme can apply for IIM Kashipur MBA admission 2027. They must complete their degree and meet the minimum percentage requirement before the date of programme commencement in June 2027.
Ques. What is JAP 2027 and which IIMs participate in it?
Ans. JAP stands for Joint Admission Process. IIM Kashipur, IIM Raipur, IIM Ranchi, and IIM Tiruchirappalli run a combined shortlist and PI process under JAP 2027. Candidates fill one application form, attend one Personal Interview, and are ranked independently by each institute for their own merit list.
Ques. How many seats are available in MBA Analytics at IIM Kashipur?
Ans. The MBA Analytics programme at IIM Kashipur admits only 12 students per batch. It is a separate programme from the MBA with its own application portal, eligibility criteria, and selection process. Both CAT 2026 and GMAT scores (minimum 670) are accepted.
Ques. Does IIM Kashipur MBA accept GMAT for admission?
Ans. The regular two-year MBA does NOT accept GMAT. Only CAT 2026 qualifies for the MBA programme. However, the MBA Analytics programme accepts either CAT 2026 or a valid GMAT score of minimum 670 taken on or after May 1, 2024.
Ques. How many students receive scholarships at IIM Kashipur?
Ans. Up to 23 MBA students per year receive a full tuition fee waiver: 10 on need basis, 10 on need-cum-merit basis, and 3 on merit basis. Government of India scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD students are also available. A student receiving any other institute scholarship is not eligible for the IIM Kashipur waiver.
Ques. What is the PhD fellowship amount at IIM Kashipur?
Ans. PhD scholars at IIM Kashipur receive a monthly fellowship of INR 30,000 to INR 35,000. In addition, a contingency grant of INR 1,25,000 per year and a conference grant of INR 3,00,000 over the programme period are provided. The PhD programme duration is expected to be within 5 years.
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