IIM Bangalore admission process 2026
IIM Bangalore (IIMB) follows a multi-stage admission process. Candidates must first clear the CAT with an overall percentile of 99.0 or above. Shortlisted candidates are then called for Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds held at the campus.
The final selection is based on a composite score that includes CAT score, academic performance (Class 10, 12, and graduation), work experience, WAT performance, and PI performance. Each component carries different weightage depending on the year's admission policy.
IIM Bangalore CAT 2026 cutoff — section-wise
In addition to the overall cutoff of 99.0 percentile, IIMB applies sectional cutoffs. Typically, candidates need 85+ percentile in each of VARC, DILR, and QA individually. Meeting only the overall cutoff without sectional minimums leads to automatic disqualification.
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IIM Bangalore fees and ROI
The total cost of the IIMB PGP program is approximately Rs 24 lakhs, including tuition, accommodation, and living expenses. The average placement package for the 2024 batch was significantly higher, with median packages in the Rs 28-35 lakh range depending on specialisation.
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