What is the CAT cutoff percentile for IIM Amritsar MBA admission?

For the General category, IIM Amritsar requires a minimum of 90 percentile overall and at least 80 in QA, 75 in DILR, and 80 in VARC. NC-OBC candidates need 80 percentile overall. SC and ST candidates need 55 and 40 percentile overall respectively. A positive raw score in all three CAT sections is mandatory.

What is the selection process for IIM Amritsar MBA (PGP)?

IIM Amritsar shortlists candidates using section-wise CAT cutoffs and a pre-PI composite score (CAT 50%, Work Experience 15%, Gender Diversity 10%, 10th Board 10%, 12th Board 10%, Graduation 5%). Shortlisted candidates attend PI and WAT. The final aggregate is 70% Pre-PI Score plus 30% Post-PI Score.

Is work experience required for IIM Amritsar MBA admission?

Work experience is not mandatory for IIM Amritsar MBA (PGP) admission. However, it carries 15% weightage in the pre-PI composite score and 10% in the post-PI score. Candidates with stronger work experience profiles gain an advantage in the final selection.

What is the total fee for MBA at IIM Amritsar?

The total 2-year MBA (PGP) fee at IIM Amritsar is INR 21,50,000 (INR 11,00,000 in Year 1 and INR 10,50,000 in Year 2). MBA Business Analytics and MBA HRM total INR 20,75,000 over two years. Fees are subject to revision.

What is the admission process for IPM at IIM Amritsar?

IPM admission at IIM Amritsar uses the IPM-AT (conducted by IIM Indore) or JIPMAT. Final selection is based on IPM-AT Score (70%), PI (25%), and Gender Diversity (5%). Candidates must have at least 60% in Class X and XII with Mathematics, and must not be above 20 years of age as of August 1, 2026.

Does IIM Amritsar have management quota seats?

No. IIM Amritsar does not offer management quota or NRI quota seats. All seats at IIM Amritsar are filled strictly through merit via the CAT, IPM-AT, or other prescribed selection processes.

When does IIM Amritsar release the MBA shortlist?

IIM Amritsar typically releases the MBA (PGP) shortlist in January to February after CAT results are declared in December. For the 2027-29 cycle using CAT 2026, the shortlist is expected in January to February 2027.

Can final-year students apply for IIM Amritsar MBA?

Yes. Final-year graduation students may apply for IIM Amritsar MBA (PGP) admission. They must complete all examinations by June 30, 2027 (for the 2027-29 cycle) and submit proof of graduation before joining the programme.

What are the programmes offered at IIM Amritsar?

IIM Amritsar offers MBA (PGP), MBA Business Analytics, MBA Human Resource Management, Integrated Programme in Management (IPM), Executive MBA, and M.Sc in Data Science. Each programme has a separate eligibility requirement and selection process.

What is the application fee for IIM Amritsar MBA admission?

The CAT 2026 registration fee is set by NTA and varies by category (general candidates pay INR 1,200 for the 2025 cycle). IIM Amritsar collects a separate application fee when candidates apply through IIM-CAS after shortlisting. Exact fees are published on the official IIM Amritsar admissions portal.

What are the facilities available at IIM Amritsar?

IIM Amritsar has a variety of facilities including mess, cafeteria, sports, gym, medical services etc.

Is it compulsory to opt for IIM Amritsar Hostels?

IIM Amritsar Hostels are not a compulsory accommodation. However, students in courses like MBA are full time residential programs.

How are hostel facilities at IIM Amritsar?

Hostels at IIM Amritsar include a set of facilities including mess and cafeteria facilities, sports, gymnasium and many more.

What is the fees structure for IIM Amritsar Hostels?

The fees structure for IIM Amritsar includes INR 60,000 and mess fees 75,000 per year according to the type of course applied for.

Are there any sports facilities available for IIM Amritsar students?

Yes, there are many sports facilities available for students interested in gaming and healthy activities.

Is there a mess working at IIM Amritsar?

Yes, IIM Amritsar has a functional mess providing students with 4 meals a day including snacks, tea and beverages.

IIM Amritsar MBA : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Component	Amount (INR)
Year 1 Tuition Fee	INR 7,10,000
Year 1 Other Charges	INR 3,90,000
Year 2 Tuition Fee	INR 7,10,000
Year 2 Other Charges	INR 3,40,000
Hostel Charges (Optional)	Separate
Total Fees	INR 21,50,000

Event	Date
CAT 2026 Registration Closes	Sep 15, 2026
CAT 2026 Admit Card Release	Nov 4, 2026
CAT 2026 Exam Date	Nov 29, 2026
CAT 2026 Result Declaration	Dec 24, 2026 (Tentative)
IIM Amritsar Shortlist Release	January 2027 (Tentative)
WAT-PI Process	February to March 2027 (Tentative)
Final Admission Offers	April 2027 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	June 2027 (Tentative)

Metric	Value
Highest CTC	INR 43 LPA
Average CTC (Top 50 Offers)	INR 18.60 LPA
Median CTC (Top 50 Offers)	INR 18 LPA
Average CTC (Top 50% of Batch)	INR 16.30 LPA
Median CTC (Top 50% of Batch)	INR 15.25 LPA
Total Students Placed	256
Placement Rate	100%
Top Recruiters	ICICI Bank Arcesium D.E. Shaw Moody’s Flipkart PwC EY Genpact TresVista Axis Bank CRISIL Tech Mahindra
Key Sectors	BFSI Consulting IT and ITeS Analytics FMCG

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
IIM Amritsar Merit Scholarship	INR 7,10,000 per year	Highest CGPA among MBA students in each academic year
Combined Merit Pool Award	INR 7,10,000 per year	Top 4 from combined MBA and MBA-BA and MBA-HRM ranking per year
Institute Need-Based Financial Aid	Up to INR 7,10,000 per year	Evaluated on individual financial need on case-by-case basis
PM Vidyalakshmi Scheme	As per government norms	Central government eligibility criteria for education loans

IIM Amritsar MBA FAQs

Ques. What is the CAT cutoff required for IIM Amritsar MBA admission?

Ans. For the General category, IIM Amritsar requires a minimum overall CAT percentile of 90 with sectional cutoffs of 80 in Quantitative Aptitude, 75 in DILR, and 80 in Verbal and Reading Comprehension. NC-OBC candidates need an overall percentile of 80, while SC candidates require 55 and ST candidates require 40.

Ques. What is the total fee for the MBA programme at IIM Amritsar?

Ans. The total two-year MBA fee at IIM Amritsar is INR 21,50,000, which includes tuition fees of INR 7,10,000 per year and other charges. Hostel accommodation is optional and billed separately. Education loans are available from major banks without collateral, and the institute also assists students in accessing external scholarships.

Ques. How does IIM Amritsar select candidates for its MBA programme?

Ans. IIM Amritsar uses a two-stage selection process. In Stage 1, a pre-PI composite score is computed using CAT scores (50%), academic records (25%), work experience (15%), and gender diversity (10%). After the personal interview, a post-PI score is computed. The final admission rank is derived from 70% pre-PI and 30% post-PI composite scores.

Ques. Which companies recruit MBA graduates from IIM Amritsar?

Ans. In 2026, major recruiters at IIM Amritsar included ICICI Bank, Arcesium, D.E. Shaw, Moody’s, Flipkart, PwC, EY, Genpact, TresVista, CRISIL, Axis Bank, and Tech Mahindra. Sectors such as BFSI, consulting, IT and ITeS, analytics, and FMCG accounted for a large share of offers, with the highest CTC reaching INR 43 LPA and average CTC for top 50 offers at INR 18.60 LPA.

Ques. Are there merit scholarships available for the MBA at IIM Amritsar?

Ans. Yes. IIM Amritsar offers merit-based scholarships equivalent to the full annual tuition fee of INR 7,10,000 to the highest CGPA achievers in each year of the programme. Additionally, top performers from the combined MBA, MBA-BA, and MBA-HRM pool receive the Combined Merit Pool Award. Need-based financial assistance is also available on a case-by-case basis.

Ques. Does work experience improve chances of admission to IIM Amritsar MBA?

Ans. Yes. Work experience carries a weightage of 15% in the pre-PI composite score at IIM Amritsar and an additional 10% in the post-PI composite. Candidates with relevant professional experience are evaluated on the quality and relevance of their roles. There is no mandatory work experience requirement for applying to the programme.