Question 1

Is CAT mandatory for IIM Guwahati MBA admission 2027?

Accepted Answer

Yes. CAT 2026 is the only accepted entrance exam for the 2027-29 batch. GMAT and other management entrance tests are not accepted for IIM Guwahati MBA admission.

Question 2

What is the CAT 2026 cutoff for IIM Guwahati?

Accepted Answer

Based on the 2026-28 cycle, the minimum cutoffs are: General/EWS needs 85 percentile overall and 75 in each section. NC-OBC needs 80 overall and 70 sectional. SC needs 75 overall and 65 sectional. ST needs 65 overall and 55 sectional. All candidates must score positive raw marks in all three CAT sections.

Question 3

Does IIM Guwahati conduct any personal interview or group discussion?

Accepted Answer

No. IIM Guwahati does not conduct any WAT, GD, or personal interview. Final admission to IIM Guwahati is based entirely on the Composite Score computed from CAT 2026 performance and academic credentials.

Question 4

How is the Composite Score calculated at IIM Guwahati?

Accepted Answer

The formula is CS = 0.65 x NCAT + 0.35 x NAR. NAR = (A + B + C + D) / 35, where A is Class 10 performance (max 10 points), B is Class 12 performance (max 10 points), C is graduation performance (max 10 points), and D is full-time work experience in months (max 5 points). The final merit list is prepared category-wise.

Question 5

How many MBA seats are available at IIM Guwahati?

Accepted Answer

The 2026-28 inaugural batch had 70 seats: General 28, EWS 7, NC-OBC 19, SC 11, and ST 5. PwD seats are 5% horizontal across each category. The official intake for the 2027-29 batch will be announced on iimg.ac.in.

Question 6

What is the total fee for the MBA at IIM Guwahati?

Accepted Answer

The total fee for the 2026-28 batch was INR 18 lakh, covering tuition and accommodation. Meals are excluded from this amount. Fee details for the 2027-29 batch will be officially announced. Contact admission@iimg.ac.in for current information.

Question 7

Can final year bachelors degree students apply to IIM Guwahati?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Final year bachelors degree students are eligible to apply for IIM Guwahati MBA admission. They must submit a principals certificate confirming projected achievement of 50% marks. Degree certificates must be submitted by December 31, 2027 (Tentative) to retain the admission offer.

Question 8

Does work experience improve chances at IIM Guwahati MBA?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Full-time work experience in completed months contributes up to 5 points in the Academic Rating (NAR). This is part of the 35% NAR weightage in the Composite Score. Work experience is not mandatory. Freshers can still score fully across the three academic components.

Question 9

How do I apply for IIM Guwahati MBA admission 2027?

Accepted Answer

You cannot apply directly to IIM Guwahati. Register and appear for CAT 2026. If you meet the academic eligibility and CAT cutoffs, IIMG will email you an application link in May 2027. Submit the form with documents before the deadline to be considered for the merit list.

Question 10

What is the minimum graduation percentage for IIM Guwahati MBA?

Accepted Answer

General, EWS, and NC-OBC candidates need a minimum of 50% marks in their bachelors degree. SC, ST, and PwD candidates need a minimum of 45%. The degree must be of at least three years duration after 10+2 from a recognized institution.

Course	Cutoff Percentile
Course	Overall	DILR	VARC	QA
PGP	85	75	75	75

IIM Guwahati Cutoff 2026: Check Category-wise and Round-wise Cutoff

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