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IIM Kashipur Admission Criteria 2025 - The Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Kashipur released the selection criteria for MBA admission 2025-27 on its official website. According to the IIM Kashipur selection criteria, the selection criteria is a two-stage process, i.e., shortlisting candidates for personal interview (PI) based on CAT 2024 and final selection. Read the complete article by Careers360 to know all the details regarding IIM Kashipur admission criteria 2025 such as the selection process, IIM Kashipur 2025 admission process, CAT 2024 cutoff, etc.
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IIM Kashipur belongs to the Baby IIMs category and hence is currently offering admissions to three postgraduate programmes, which are given below. The IIM Kashipur 2025 admission criteria given below are divided into three stages after the CAT exam is over and the result is declared. The IIM Kashipur selection criteria involves three stages:
Shortlisting of candidates for Personal Interview (PI)
Generation of Merit List
Generation of Final Admission offer
As per the admission criteria of IIM Kashipur, below are details of the different stages of the IIM Kashipur admission process 2025.
Based on the IIM Kashipur CAT cut off candidates will be shortlisted for further rounds of the admission process. Candidates whose names appear in the list of shortlisted candidates will be called for the WAT and PI processes for admission to the MBA batch of 2025–27 as per the IIM Kashipur admission criteria 2025.
Minimum CAT 2024 cut off percentile for each category to be used for selecting eligible candidates for PI
Category | Cut-off Percentile (>=) | |||
Quantitative Aptitude (QA) | Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR) | Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC) | Total Percentile* | |
General | 73 | 73 | 73 | 94 |
EWS | 50 | 50 | 50 | 77 |
NC-OBC | 50 | 50 | 50 | 77 |
SC | 44 | 44 | 44 | 60 |
ST | 30 | 25 | 25 | 40 |
DAP | 30 | 25 | 25 | 40 |
* Subject to change: The above CAT cut off for batch 2025–27 and may change after the declaration of the CAT 2024 result.
The Personal Interview process conducted by IIM Kashipur will be given weightage as shown in the table:
S.No. | Components | Weightage |
1 | Personal Interview (PI) | 25 |
Total | 25 |
Components | Weight (MBA) | Scoring Method | |
CAT Score | 33 | CS = (Candidate’s CAT Score/Highest CAT Score)*33 | |
Class - 10 Marks (XM) | 5 | XM=(Candidate’s Class X Percentage Scores/100)*5 | |
Class - 12 Marks (12M) | 5 | 12M=(Candidate’s Class XII Percentage Scores/100)*5 | |
Graduation Marks (GM) | 5 | GM = X | |
Graduation Marks (in Percentage) | Weight (x) | ||
Below 50 | 0 | ||
50-60 | 1 | ||
Above 60-70 | 2 | ||
Above 70-75 | 3 | ||
Above 75-80 | 4 | ||
Above 80 | 5 | ||
Post-Graduation (PQ) Professional qualifications (CA/CS/ICWA) | 5 | IF (Highest Qualification = Post Graduation OR Professional qualification = CA/CS/ICWA) then PQ= 5, ELSE PQ=0 | |
Work Experience (WE) | 12 | IF (Prog=MBA), WE = x | |
Work Experience (in months) | Weight (x) | ||
Less than 6 months | 0 | ||
6 months-12 months | 2 | ||
Greater than 12 months-18 months | 6 | ||
Greater than 18 months-24 months | 12 | ||
Greater than 24 months-30 months | 12 | ||
Greater than 30 months-36 months | 4 | ||
Greater than 36 months | 0 | ||
where the number of months of work experience is considered as per CAT 2024 form, indicating only paid and full-time work experience acquired after completing the Bachelor’s Degree. (Apprenticeship, Article ship, Internship, etc., which form an integral part of a course study, should not be treated as work experience). | |||
Diversity Factor: Academic Discipline (DFa) | 4 | IF (Prog = MBA and Academic discipline listed in the below Table) DFa = 4; ELSE DFa = 0 ; | |
Diversity Factor: Female or Transgender (DFb) | 6 | IF (Prog. = MBA and Gender = Female or Transgender) DFb = 6; ELSE DFb = 0; | |
Shortlist Total | 75 | - |
1 | Agriculture, Apparel Design/Production, Anthropology, Archaeology, Architecture, Arts, Biochemistry, Education, Fashion Communication, Fine Arts (Dance, Music, Painting), Forensic Science, Forestry, Geography, History, Home Science, Horticulture, Hotel and Tourism Management, Humanities, Computer Applications, Design, Journalism, Languages, Library Science, Life Science, Literature, Paramedical, Planning, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Public Administration, Social Work/Welfare, Mass Communication, Nursing, Sociology, etc. |
2 | Basic Science: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Biology, Zoology, etc. |
3 | Commerce/Economics: Accountancy, Auditing, Banking, Costs & Works Accountancy, Chartered Accountancy, Business Mathematics, Business Organisation, Economics, Economic Development and Planning, Financial Markets, Public Administration, Public Finance, Secretarial Practises, etc. |
4 | Company Secretaryship |
5 | Physical Education and Sports |
6 | Law |
7 | Medicine/Dentistry |
8 | Pharmacology/Pharmacy |
9 | Management |
(C) = PI Total (2a) + Shortlist Total (2b). The Grand Total (C) will be used to rank students according to their merit.
Women managers who receive an offer letter from IIM Kashipur will be provided special facilities to visit the campus before taking admission. The institute will reimburse the AC-3 fare and provide a one-night stay on campus.
IIM Kashipur will follow the Government of India norms on reservations for Schedule Caste (SC), Schedule Tribes (ST), Non-Creamy Other Backward Class (NC-OBC), DAP (Differently- abled Person), and EWS (Economically Weaker Section).
A refund will be processed after one month of withdrawal.
Particulars | Remarks |
Withdrawal before the registration date | Rs. 1000 from the acceptance fee of Rs. 50,000 will be deducted |
Withdrawal after registration date (as notified by the institute) | Only caution money will be refunded. |
The application fee, once paid, will not be refunded under any circumstances.
Candidates who will be offered admission will have to submit fees as per the IIM Kashipur fee structure. The fee structure for an MBA includes an Admission Fee, Tuition Fee, Computer Fee, Library, Hostel, Books Convocation and many others. Check out the expected IIM Kashipur MBA fee structure based on the last year's data.
MBA I (2025-26) | |||
Particular | Term-I | Term-II | Term-III |
Admission Fee | Rs 25,000.00 | - | - |
Course Fee | Rs 2,84,000.00 | Rs 2,82,000.00 | Rs 2,82,000.00 |
Caution deposit Refundable | Rs 9,000.00 | - | - |
Total Fees | Rs 3,18,000.00 | Rs 2,82,000.00 | Rs 2,82,000.00 |
MBA-II (2026-27) | ||||
Particular | Term-IV | Term-V | Term-VI | Total |
Admission Fee | - | - | - | Rs 25,000.00 |
Course Fee | Rs 2,84,000.00 | Rs 2,82,000.00 | Rs 2,82,000.00 | Rs 16,96,000.00 |
Caution deposit Refundable | - | - | - | Rs 9,000.00 |
Total Fees | Rs 2,84,000.00 | Rs 2,82,000.00 | Rs 2,82,000.00 | Rs 17,30,000.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
IIM Calcutta conducted the CAT 2024 in the computer-based mode in three shifts on November 24, 2024.
Yes, final year candidates’ can also apply. However, they have to fulfil the admission requirements by the time of joining.
No, candidates will have to apply for both programs separately due to differences in admission criteria of both programs.
On Question asked by student community
Hello,
For the long run in the industry, MBA (Analytics) from IIM Kashipur is generally considered more beneficial than an MBA from IIT Kharagpur (KGP), especially for those seeking a career in business analytics or consulting. While IIT KGP offers a strong technical foundation, IIM Kashipur provides a more balanced approach, blending analytics with business management, which is crucial for leadership roles and bridging tech and management.
I hope you got the idea about your query. However you can also check for more details in the official websites of these colleges which are mentioned below.
https://www.iimkashipur.ac.in/
https://www.iitkgp.ac.in/
Thank you.
Hello Kunal,
With 77.48 percentile (OBC) and 7/7/7 academics, here’s a concise guide:
IIMs to Target
Kashipur's MBA in Analytics is a great choice if you're inclined toward data-driven careers. Let me know if you need more details!
I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.
Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.
Hello Greetings
IIM Kashipur's MBA Analytics program is a two-year full-time residential course that focuses on developing advanced analytical and managerial skills for data analysis, enabling better decision-making in organizations .
The program's key highlights include:
- *Ranking*: IIM Kashipur is ranked #19 among top 125 B-schools in the NIRF Ranking 2023 ².
- *Accreditation*: It's a member of prestigious accreditation bodies like AACSB and EQUIS ².
- *Fees*: The program fee is Rs20,00,000 ¹.
- *Placements*: IIM Kashipur has registered high placements, with the highest salary package being Rs37 LPA and an average salary package of Rs18.07 LPA
As for the admission process, candidates need to apply online with a valid CAT 2024 or GMAT score . The shortlisting criteria include:
- *CAT 2024/GMAT score*: 40% weightage
- *Academic performance*: 20% weightage
- *Work experience*: 10% weightage
- *Diversity*: 30% weightage
The last date to apply for MBA Analytics Admission 2025 is February 28, 2025 . However, the last cut-off for admission isn't explicitly mentioned. It's best to check the official IIM Kashipur website or contact their admission office for the most up-to-date information.
Have a great day
Hello Sridhar,
Greeting of the day !
To answer your question, YES you do have a chance. It solely depends on your profile, and your performance in the GD-PI rounds. Also good extra-curricular, and co-curricular activities would be a pro for the same.
Wish you Best of Luck !
Thank you.
Hello Param,
Hope you are doing well !
To answer your question, NO, work experience in not compulsory for MBA in Business Analytics from IIM Kashipur.
Though, having work experience would definitely help in your interview, and further ahead in your career, but it is definitely not compulsory.
Hope I answered your query. Please let me know in case of further queries.
Thank you.
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