GIM Goa Cutoff 2026 - Release Date, Expected Cutoff, Eligibility, Selection Criteria

GIM Goa Cutoff 2026 - Release Date, Expected Cutoff, Eligibility, Selection Criteria

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Team Careers360Updated on 08 Oct 2025, 05:33 PM IST

Goa Institute of Management (GIM Goa), will release the GIM Goa cutoff for the academic session of 2026-28 after the CAT results are released on its official website, gim.ac.in. GIM Goa PGDM admission 2026-28 does not accept the CMAT score. Earlier, the GIM Goa CMAT cutoff was considered for releasing the shortlist. Authorities will shortlist the applicants based on the cutoff marks met in any of the exams, such as CAT, XAT, and GMAT. Candidates with the GIM Goa CMAT cutoff are not eligible to apply for MBA/PGDM programs this year. Candidates shortlisted based on the GIM Goa cutoff will be assessed further through selection rounds, which include- Objective assessment (based on CAT, XAT, and GMAT score), Past Academic Records, Work experience (if any), Face-to-face evaluation, and Profile Assessment Index/ Diversity. Read this article to know all the details about the GIM Goa Cutoff, the release date of the GIM Goa cutoff, GIM Goa selection criteria, and more.

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  1. GIM Goa Cutoff Date
  2. GIM Goa Cutoff 2026 (Expected)
  3. GIM Goa Eligibility Criteria
  4. GIM Goa Selection Criteria
GIM Goa Cutoff 2026 - Release Date, Expected Cutoff, Eligibility, Selection Criteria
GIM Goa CMAT Cutoff

GIM Goa Cutoff Date

Candidates seeking admission to Goa Institute of Management must fill out the GIM Goa application form before the deadline. Refer to the below provided table to not to miss any updates regarding the GIM Goa cutoff date and application deadline.

ParticularsDetails

GIM Goa CAT cutoff release date

To be announced

GIM Goa XAT cutoff release date

To be announced

GIM Goa Cutoff 2026 (Expected)

The GIM Goa cutoff 2026 will be released online through the official GIM website. The GIM Goa cutoff will depend upon several factors, such as the difficulty level of the entrance exam, availability of seats, number of candidates participating in the GIM Goa PGDM admission, etc. Here, we have provided an overview of the expected GIM Goa cutoff based on previous year trends. GIM Goa Cutoff 2026 expected for CAT based on prior cutoff trends is presented in the table below.

GMAT 2026 Cutoff (Expected)

Percentile

Score VARC

Score DILR

Score QA

Overall score

99.5

42

30

30

86

99

36

25

25

74

95

30

20

22

52

90

24

14

13

42

80

20

11

9

35

70

18

9

7

30

GIM Goa cutoff expected for 2026 for other MBA entrance exams is given in the table below.

MBA entrance exam

Score/Percentile (Expected)

XAT

More than 85 percentile

GMAT

600+ score

CAT

90 percentile and above

GIM Goa Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for Admission to full-time MBA/PGDM programs at GIM Goa are advised to check the required eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria for GIM Goa 2026 admission is as follows:

  • Minimum 50% aggregate in Bachelor’s Degree. Candidates who will complete all requirements for the degree by June 2026 may also apply. Candidates in the last year of their degree should have obtained a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST category) in the latest examination.
  • Must have taken/ appeared for any one of the following:

XAT 2026 (Applicants under the Achievers/ELITE round may also apply using XAT 2025).

CAT 2025 (Applicants under the Achievers/ELITE round may also apply using CAT 2024).

Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) takes place between January 1, 2024, to January 15, 2026.

Snapshot of GIM Goa Eligibility Criteria

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GIM Goa Selection Criteria

After the GIM Goa cutoff is announced, shortlisted candidates are evaluated on different terms before the final admission. The GIM Goa selection criteria comprise exam scores, past academic performance, work experience (if any), face-to-face evaluation (personal interview), and profile assessment. All these criteria are given different weightages in the overall selection process. The weightage of each round is mentioned in the table below.

GIM Goa Selection Rounds

Weightage

Objective assessment (based on XAT, CAT, and GMAT scores)

40%

Past Academic Records

15%

Work Experience (if any)

10%

Face to Face Evaluation (Personal Interview)*

30%

Profile Assessment Index/ Diversity

5%

** For selection for the face-to-face evaluation process, the qualifying cut-off score of the competitive exam may be lowered by up to 15 points for candidates of Goan domicile/origin. Documentary evidence of origin/domicile.

A final merit list will be released containing the shortlisted candidates after all the selection/evaluation rounds are conducted successfully. Candidates making it to the final merit list will be invited to proceed with the final admission process.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I get into GIM with the 90 percentile?
A:

The score to get into GIM Goa is subject to change depending on several factors. From a generic point of view, the 90 percentile can be considered good enough for getting admission into GIM Goa’s MBA/PGDM courses.

Q: What is the rank of Gim Goa MBA?
A:

As per the NIRF rankings Goa Institute of Management holds a rank 36 in the management category among the MBA colleges across the country. NIRF rankings are a great benchmark for evaluating an institution’s infrastructure, placement, faculty, etc.

Q: What is the total fee at GIM?
A:

The course fees for a 2-year on-campus full-time MBA/PGDM program at Goa Institute of Management is approximately 18.31 Lakhs. GIM Goa also has scholarship programs for extraordinary achievers.

Q: Does GIM have 100% placement?
A:

Yes, going by past year's GIM Goa Placement trends, GIM Goa had a 100% placement record. 

Q: Does GIM Goa accept the CMAT 2025?
A:

No, GIM Goa does not accept CMAT 2025 score for GIM Goa PGDM admission 2026-28. 

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Hello,

The link to the website of careers360, where the preferred colleges and percentiles are mentioned, is attached herewith. You can also get the details of colleges.

https://bschool.careers360.com/articles/mba-colleges-accepting-80-90-percentile-in-cmat-exam

Thank you.

Hello

With an 80 percentile in CMAT, you can get admission in decent Tier-2 MBA colleges.
Good options include Jaipuria Institute, IMT Nagpur/Hyderabad, SDMIMD Mysore, and XIME.
Top IIMs are not possible, but these colleges offer reasonable placements and exposure.

Click on the link below to get access to all the information.

MBA Colleges accepting 60-80 percentile in CMAT 2026

CMAT Colleges accepting 80-90 percentile

Hello,

For a postgraduate management course (MBA/PGDM) at L.D. College, you will likely need to give the CMAT exam. As a final-year BCA student, you are eligible to appear for the exam. The registration for CMAT 2026 has already begun, and you must apply before the deadline to be eligible for the entrance test.

I hope it will clear your query!!

Hello,

Yes, you will likely need to pass CMAT 2026 to be eligible for an MCA at LD College, as it is a common entrance exam for MCA programs. To be eligible for CMAT, you must hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline or be in your final year of graduation. For admission to the MCA program itself, you'll need a passing score on CMAT (the exact cutoff is determined by the college) and meet the college's specific requirements, which often include a bachelor's degree and minimum passing marks of 50% (45% for reserved categories).

I hope it will clear your query!!

With a 70 percent in CAT Examination, you can go for various B-Schools or private collages. The S. K. Patel Institute of Management in Gandhinagar is an option for those who score 70-80 percent in their CAT examination or The Gujarat Institute of Management (GIM) in Goa with a cutoff of 60-80 percentage. These are the collages you can look for in Gujarat or nearby.

Collage in other regions: BA Colleges Accepting 70-80 Percentile in CAT 2025

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