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Indian Institute of Management Nagpur (IIM Nagpur) is a national management institution established in 2015 by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It was set up under the mentorship of IIM Ahmedabad and is now fully autonomous. IIM Nagpur operates from its purpose-built campus at MIHAN (Multi-modal International Cargo Hub and Airport at Nagpur), Maharashtra.
As per NIRF Management 2025, IIM Nagpur is ranked #25 nationally, improving from rank 31 in 2024 - the highest jump among IIMs in NIRF Management in that cycle.
The MIHAN campus in Nagpur is a fully residential facility. Hostel accommodation is mandatory for all full-time MBA students. The campus integrates academic blocks, residential hostels, sports infrastructure, and an amphitheatre in a purpose-built layout.
- MBA (PGP) (2 years, full-time residential): 340 seats. The 2026-28 batch had 52% women, one of the highest gender diversity ratios among IIMs. Admission via CAT with a General category cutoff of 95 percentile. IIM Nagpur does NOT participate in IIM CAP.
- MBA for Working Professionals (2 years, blended): For employed candidates with 3 or more years of experience. Uses IIMNAT test. No CAT required.
- Executive MBA (EMBA) (blended): For senior professionals with 3 or more years of experience. Uses IIMNAT.
- Ph.D. (Management): Full-time research programme. Fellows receive a monthly stipend from MHRD or the institute.
- Ph.D. (Executive): Self-funded, part-time track for working professionals pursuing doctoral qualification.
- Certificate programmes: Post Graduate Certificates in Senior Leadership, Strategic Management, Healthcare Management, Fintech, Digital Marketing, and Global Senior Executive Leadership.
The total MBA (PGP) fee is INR 21.50 Lakhs over two years. Total cost of attendance including mandatory hostel and mess is approximately INR 23.74 Lakhs. EMBA is available at INR 9.71 Lakhs.
IIM Nagpur offers 20 merit and need-cum-merit scholarships per year, both covering a full tuition fee waiver for the two-year MBA.
In final placements 2025, the highest offer at IIM Nagpur was INR 69.57 LPA, with an average of INR 18.07 LPA and a median of INR 17.03 LPA. The institute achieved 100% placements for the 2025 graduating batch.
IIM Nagpur Admission Dates 2027
IIM Nagpur MBA 2027-29 admissions are anchored by CAT 2026, scheduled for November 29, 2026. The institute opens its own application window after CAT results and conducts a separate Personal Interview and Extempore process. IIM Nagpur does not participate in IIM CAP.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| CAT 2026 Registration | August 3 to September 15, 2026 | Closed |
| CAT 2026 Admit Card | November 4, 2026 | Upcoming |
| CAT 2026 Exam | November 29, 2026 | Upcoming |
| CAT 2026 Result | December 24, 2026 (Tentative) | Tentative |
| IIM Nagpur Application Window (2027-29 batch) | December 2026 to January 2027 (Tentative) | Tentative |
| Shortlisting for PI and Extempore | February 2027 (Tentative) | Tentative |
| Personal Interview and Extempore | March to April 2027 (Tentative) | Tentative |
| Final Admission Offers | May to June 2027 (Tentative) | Tentative |
The working professionals and EMBA tracks use IIMNAT, IIM Nagpur’s own test. The next IIMNAT cycle dates will be announced separately on the official portal.
| Programme | Exam Required | Counselling Body |
|---|---|---|
| MBA (PGP) | CAT (domestic) or GMAT (international only) | IIM Nagpur (own PI and Extempore) |
| MBA for Working Professionals | IIMNAT (IIM Nagpur’s test) | IIM Nagpur |
| Executive MBA (EMBA) | IIMNAT | IIM Nagpur |
| Ph.D. (Management) | National research aptitude test or GMAT/GRE | IIM Nagpur |
IIM Nagpur Courses and Fees
IIM Nagpur offers six programme formats: full-time MBA, working professional MBA, executive MBA, Ph.D., executive Ph.D., and certificate programmes. All fees are charged uniformly across General, OBC, and EWS categories. SC/ST and PwD candidates pay the same fees but may access government scholarship support separately.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA (PGP) | 2 years | Bachelor’s degree (50%), CAT 95 percentile | INR 21,50,000 |
| MBA for Working Professionals | 2 years (blended) | Bachelor’s 50%, 3+ years experience, IIMNAT | INR 12,10,000 |
| Executive MBA (EMBA) | Blended | Bachelor’s 50%, 3+ years experience, IIMNAT | INR 9,71,500 |
| Ph.D. (Management) | 4 to 5 years | PG degree, research aptitude test | INR 51,000 (fellows receive stipend) |
| Ph.D. (Executive) | 3 to 4 years (part-time) | PG degree or professional qualification | INR 7,00,000 |
| PG Certificate in Senior Leadership | Short-format | Working professionals | INR 4,39,550 |
| PG Certificate in Healthcare Management | Short-format | Working professionals | INR 3,68,750 |
| PG Certificate in Strategic Management | Short-format | Working professionals | INR 3,01,490 |
| PGP in Project Management | Short-format | Working professionals | INR 1,85,850 |
MBA (PGP) students at the MIHAN campus pay hostel charges of INR 20,000 per semester (mandatory) and mess charges of INR 6,000 per month. Over two years, this adds approximately INR 2.24 Lakhs in living costs, bringing total cost of attendance to approximately INR 23.74 Lakhs.
IIM Nagpur Admission Process
MBA (PGP) Admission
IIM Nagpur’s MBA selection is a three-stage process. The institute does not participate in IIM CAP and runs its own interview and extempore rounds.
Eligibility for MBA (PGP):
- Bachelor’s degree from any recognised university with a minimum 50% aggregate (45% for SC, ST, and PwD).
- Final-year students may apply conditionally, subject to completing graduation before joining.
- A valid CAT score obtained in the relevant cycle.
- Overseas candidates may substitute CAT with a GMAT score valid within 36 months of application.
Selection stages:
- Stage 1: CAT percentile screening by category. Minimum cutoffs: General/EWS at 95, NC-OBC at 85, SC at 65, ST at 40 percentile. Positive score required in all three sections (VARC, DILR, QA).
- Stage 2: Shortlisting Score based on normalised CAT score and Gender Diversity Index.
- Stage 3: Extempore round (impromptu speaking on a given topic) followed by Personal Interview at the assigned venue.
Final composite score weightage: CAT 45%, PI and Extempore 25%, Past Academic Performance 10%, Work Experience 10%, Gender Diversity Index 10%. The 2026-28 batch enrolled 340 students with 52% women, reflecting the GDI factor’s direct impact on cohort composition.
MBA for Working Professionals and EMBA
Both programmes use IIMNAT, a 90-minute online MCQ test covering Verbal, Logical Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, and Data Interpretation. No CAT score is required. Eligibility is a bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% and 3 or more years of full-time work experience (or CA/ICWA/CS qualification for EMBA). Admission decisions combine IIMNAT score and a Personal Interview.
IIM Nagpur Placements
IIM Nagpur achieved 100% placements in the 2025 final placement season. The highest offer across the batch was INR 69.57 LPA. The average CTC stood at INR 18.07 LPA and the median at INR 17.03 LPA, reflecting year-on-year growth of 10.93% and 6.48% respectively. The batch had 267 students placed, with 46% women in the placed cohort.
| Placement Metric | 2025 (Final Placements) |
|---|---|
| Highest CTC | INR 69.57 LPA |
| Average CTC | INR 18.07 LPA |
| Median CTC | INR 17.03 LPA |
| Top 50% Average | INR 21.59 LPA |
| Top 25% Average | INR 25.14 LPA |
| Placement Rate | 100% |
| Students Placed | 267 |
Summer placements for the 2024-26 batch recorded a highest stipend of INR 2.7 Lakhs per month, an average of INR 89,856 per month, and a median of INR 78,000 per month. Sectors recruiting from IIM Nagpur include consulting, FMCG, BFSI, IT/tech, and manufacturing. The institute’s Nagpur location provides proximity to the Vidarbha industrial belt and companies operating in the MIHAN SEZ cluster.
IIM Nagpur Rankings
IIM Nagpur participates in NIRF and has shown consistent rank improvement since its establishment in 2015. In NIRF Management 2025, IIM Nagpur holds rank #25, an improvement from rank 31 in 2024 - among the strongest single-year movements in the Management category.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank | 2024 Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Management | 25 | 31 |
As a government IIM established in 2015, IIM Nagpur does not yet participate in international rankings such as FT, QS, or Bloomberg. Its pace of NIRF improvement reflects growing placement outcomes, research output, and faculty strength over the decade since founding.
IIM Nagpur Scholarships
IIM Nagpur awards 20 scholarships per year for the MBA (PGP) batch. Both scholarship types carry a full tuition fee waiver for the entire two-year programme.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Merit Scholarship (10 awards) | CAT score at or above 95 percentile | Full tuition waiver (INR 21.50 Lakhs) + INR 30,000 for computer accessories |
| Need-cum-Merit Scholarship (10 awards) | Annual family income below INR 8 Lakhs, selected through internal process in Year 1 | Full tuition waiver (INR 21.50 Lakhs) |
| Government Scholarships (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) | As per Government of India norms | As per respective scheme |
Government scholarship applications for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, and PwD students are submitted through the National Scholarship Portal. IIM Nagpur assists enrolled students in the application process for applicable central government schemes.
IIM Nagpur Campus and Infrastructure
IIM Nagpur occupies a purpose-built campus within the MIHAN SEZ (Multi-modal International Cargo Hub and Airport at Nagpur), located in Nagpur, Maharashtra. The campus features academic blocks, a central library, seminar halls, computer labs, and case study rooms designed for the MBA pedagogy. A Harvard Business School case method is part of the curriculum structure.
Hostel accommodation is mandatory for all full-time MBA students. Single-occupancy rooms are available. Hostel charges are INR 20,000 per semester and mess charges are INR 6,000 per month, both billed separately from the programme fee. The campus also has a gymnasium, amphitheatre, and round-the-clock security. The MIHAN zone’s proximity to Nagpur International Airport makes travel logistics convenient for outstation students and industry visitors.
IIM Nagpur vs IIM Udaipur vs IIM Trichy
IIM Nagpur is a third-generation IIM (established 2015), comparable in profile to IIM Udaipur (established 2011) and IIM Trichy (established 2011). All three are fully residential IIMs, admit through CAT, and have grown their NIRF standings in recent years. Aspirants with similar CAT percentiles and profiles often consider all three.
| Parameter | IIM Nagpur | IIM Udaipur | IIM Trichy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 2015 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Mentor IIM | IIM Ahmedabad | IIM Ahmedabad | IIM Bangalore |
| NIRF Management (2025) | 25 | 18 | 11 |
| MBA Batch Size (approx) | 340 | 220 to 240 | 240 to 260 |
| MBA Total Fee | INR 21.50 Lakhs | INR 18.80 Lakhs approx | INR 17.50 Lakhs approx |
| IIM CAP Participation | No (own PI and Extempore) | Yes | Yes |
| Average Placement 2025 | INR 18.07 LPA | INR 19 to 21 LPA approx | INR 18 to 20 LPA approx |
| Campus Location | MIHAN, Nagpur | Udaipur, Rajasthan | Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu |
IIM Trichy holds the highest NIRF rank among the three and participates in IIM CAP. IIM Udaipur ranks #18 and is a strong option for aspirants targeting the Rajasthan region. IIM Nagpur’s distinct features are the largest batch size among the three (340 seats), the highest gender diversity (52% women), GDI weightage in selection, and its own non-CAP interview process. Aspirants who prefer a larger and more diverse cohort, a purpose-built campus, and an independent interview process will find IIM Nagpur a competitive choice.
IIM Nagpur FAQs
Ques. What is the CAT percentile cutoff for IIM Nagpur MBA 2027?
Ans. The minimum CAT percentile cutoff for IIM Nagpur General category is 95 percentile. NC-OBC cutoff is 85, SC is 65, and ST is 40 percentile. Candidates must also score positive (above zero) in all three sections - VARC, DILR, and Quantitative Aptitude. Zero in any section disqualifies the application regardless of overall percentile.
Ques. Does IIM Nagpur participate in IIM CAP?
Ans. No. IIM Nagpur does not participate in the IIM Common Admission Process (CAP). The institute conducts its own Personal Interview and Extempore round for final selection. Candidates shortlisted by IIM Nagpur must attend its specific PI and Extempore rounds, separate from IIM CAP venues.
Ques. What is the NIRF rank of IIM Nagpur?
Ans. IIM Nagpur is ranked #25 in NIRF Management 2025, improving from rank 31 in 2024. This improvement is among the strongest single-year movements in the NIRF Management category for 2025.
Ques. What is the total MBA fee at IIM Nagpur including hostel?
Ans. The two-year MBA (PGP) programme fee is INR 21.50 Lakhs. Adding mandatory hostel (INR 20,000 per semester, four semesters = INR 80,000) and mess charges (INR 6,000 per month for 24 months = INR 1.44 Lakhs), the total cost of attendance is approximately INR 23.74 Lakhs before personal expenses.
Ques. How were IIM Nagpur placements in 2025?
Ans. IIM Nagpur achieved 100% placements in 2025. The highest offer was INR 69.57 LPA, the average CTC was INR 18.07 LPA, and the median was INR 17.03 LPA. The top 25% of the batch averaged INR 25.14 LPA. A total of 267 students were placed.
Ques. What is the selection process for IIM Nagpur MBA?
Ans. IIM Nagpur uses a three-stage process. Stage 1 screens based on CAT percentile cutoffs. Stage 2 shortlists candidates using a score combining CAT and Gender Diversity Index. Stage 3 is an Extempore round followed by a Personal Interview. Final merit weighs CAT at 45%, PI and Extempore at 25%, academics at 10%, work experience at 10%, and gender diversity at 10%.
Ques. Does IIM Nagpur offer scholarships for MBA students?
Ans. Yes. IIM Nagpur awards 20 scholarships per year for the MBA (PGP) batch. Ten Merit Scholarships go to candidates with CAT 95 percentile or above, covering full tuition (INR 21.50 Lakhs) plus INR 30,000 for computer accessories. Ten Need-cum-Merit Scholarships go to candidates with annual family income below INR 8 Lakhs, also covering full tuition.
Ques. Can working professionals apply to IIM Nagpur?
Ans. Yes. IIM Nagpur offers two dedicated programmes for working professionals: the MBA for Working Professionals (INR 12.10 Lakhs) and the Executive MBA - EMBA (INR 9.71 Lakhs). Both use IIMNAT, IIM Nagpur’s own entrance test. No CAT score is required for these programmes. Eligibility requires a bachelor’s degree with 50% marks and at least 3 years of work experience.
Ques. What is the gender diversity ratio at IIM Nagpur?
Ans. The 2026-28 MBA batch had 52% women, one of the highest female participation rates among all IIMs. IIM Nagpur assigns a 10% weightage to Gender Diversity Index in both shortlisting and final selection, which directly contributes to this outcome.
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The cutoff percentile for 2022 was 85. IIM Nagpur has its own shortlisting and selection criteria. The institute also considers work experience and diversity for MBA Admission during the final selection round. IIM Nagpur Admission for 2023 has begun with CAT registration. IIM CAT 2022 Registration started on August 3, 2022, and the last date to register is September 21, 2022.
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