IIM Amritsar Announces the Cut-Off for  MBA 2026-28 Admissions 

IIM Amritsar announced the selection criteria to be considered for the MBA batch of 2026-28. The entire procedure is split into two key phases: the first one is the initial shortlisting for the Personal Interview (PI), followed by the second, the final selection.

To be shortlisted for a Personal Interview, candidates must fulfill the prescribed sectional and overall CAT 2025 sectional percentile requirements. For more details, applicants can visit the IIM Amritsar Admissions portal.

CAT 2025 Cut-Off for the Qualifying Candidates

The following is the categories and section-wise Cut-Off.

Weighted Parameters To Qualify For The PI

After qualifying for CAT 2025, the Final list considers these criteria to secure a seat. This is known as the Pre-PI Score board.

• CAT 2025 Score: 50%

• Work Experience: 15%

• Class 10th Marks: 10%

• Class 12th Marks: 10%

• Gender Diversity: 10%

• Graduation Score: 5% (Based on a scale of 0–5; >90% earns 5 points) 

Personal Interview & Final Selection 

The Post-PI Score is calculated as follows.

• Personal Interview (PI): 70%

• Work Experience: 10%

• Gender Diversity: 10%

• Academic Diversity: 10% 

Final Merit List Calculation: The final aggregate score used for admission offers is calculated using the formula: Final Score = (0.7 × Pre-PI Score) + (0.3 × Post-PI Score)

Key Dates to Remember

• PI Shortlist Release: Expected in January 2026 after CAT results are announced.

• Registration: Shortlisted candidates are required to complete the online application on the IIM Amritsar Admissions portal in January 2026.

• Admission Offers: Final admission offers are likely to be issued by April 2026.