IIM Shortlist 2021 - Check Cut off, Dates, Shortlist and Admission Status of all IIMs
IIM Shortlist 2021: Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) has begun releasing the list of shortlisted candidates for the MBA/ PGP admission 2021 after the announcement of the CAT 2020 results. IIM Kozhikode is the first IIM to launch an online application window. Those who have selected IIM Kozhikode as their preferred institute in the CAT application form and have cleared the CAT exam, they can apply for the WAT-PI round of the institute. Other top IIMs like IIM Calcutta, IIM Bangalore, IIM Lucknow, and etc are expected to start the shortlisting process in the last week of January 2021.
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IIM Shortlist 2021 - Status
The IIM shortlist process includes online application submission for the Written Ability Test (WAT), and Personal Interview (PI), and the selection of candidates based on their CAT 2020 results and academic record. Candidates should be ready to fill the forms of the institute of their choice before the last date. Candidates can check their shortlist status and fill up the online form in the second round of IIM admission using their CAT login IDs.
Below is a table indicating the IIM shortlists status for the WAT-GD-PI round for MBA Admission 2021.
IIMs | IIM shortlist 2021 release date | Number of seats in PGP/ MBA |
January 14, 2021 (Released) | 395 | |
January 7, 2021 (Released) | 375 | |
Shortlisting begins | 120 | |
Shortlisting begins | 240 | |
Third week of January 2021 | 460 | |
January 15, 2021 (Released) | 500 | |
Third week of January 2021 | 400 | |
January 15, 2021 (Released) | 450 | |
Last week of January 2021 | 260 | |
Last week of January 2021 | 185 | |
Last week of January 2021 | 260 | |
Last week of January 2021 | 240 | |
January 19, 2021 (Released) | 180 | |
First week of March, 2021 | 120 | |
First week of March, 2021 | 120 | |
First week of March, 2021 | 240 | |
First week of March, 2021 | 130 | |
First week of March, 2021 | 120 | |
First week of March, 2021 | 160 | |
First week of March, 2021 | 240 |
NOTE: Based on the previous set of MBA/ PGP seat data by institutes. For the upcoming batch, seat intake may increase.
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IIM Shortlist 2021 - Selection Process
The IIM shortlist for the MBA admission and selection process involves three levels.
Level 1: Shortlist of candidates based on CAT 2020 exam score
After the CAT 2020 results are announced, candidates are requested to apply for the WAT/ GDP-Round through each IIM on its official website based on their CAT score and CAT cut-offs.
Level 2: Screening of candidates for WAT-GD-PI round
In the second stage, the institute lists the candidates who have applied for WAT-GD-PI based on the CAT score and academic record and then sends the WAT-GD-PI invitation.
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Level 3: Calculation of Composite score and final selection
In the third and final stage, the composite score of each candidate is calculated on the basis of parameters such as CAT score, WAT-PI-GD performance, work experience, academic history, diversity, etc. to finalize their selection.
IIM Shortlist 2021 - Documents to Carry
Marksheets of Class 10, Class 12, and Graduation (original along with self-attested photocopies).
Certificate of Caste and Disability (if any) in case of SC/ ST/ NC-OBC and PwD candidates.
Scorecard of CAT 2020 exam which was held on November 29, 2020.
Candidates appearing for the final year bachelor's degree examination must show a certificate from the authority of the institution certifying that he/she has obtained a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% in case of the candidates belonging to the SC/ ST/ PwD category) in the latest available grades/ marks.
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IIM Shortlist 2021 - Admission Status and Fee Structure
All IIMs will announce the final results of MBA/ PGP Admission 2021-2023 between April and May. Please check the table below for Institute wise IIM admission status for MBA/ PGP batch 2021-2023.
IIMs | Fee Structure | Admission Status |
Rs 23 Lakhs | Ongoing | |
Rs 22 Lakhs | Ongoing | |
Rs 21 Lakhs | To be announced | |
Rs 14.23 Lakhs | Ongoing | |
Rs 16 Lakhs | Ongoing | |
Rs 17.50 Lakhs | Ongoing | |
Rs 14.20 Lakhs | To be announced | |
Rs 13 Lakhs | Ongoing | |
Rs 15 Lakhs | To be announced | |
Rs 13.75 Lakhs | To be announced | |
Rs 10.50 Lakhs | Ongoing | |
Rs 5.40 Lakhs | To be announced | |
Rs 13.03 Lakhs | To be announced | |
Rs 14.74 Lakhs | To be announced | |
Rs 10.34 Lakhs | To be announced | |
Rs 10.60 Lakhs | To be announced | |
Rs 14 Lakhs | To be announced | |
Rs 13.74 Lakhs | To be announced | |
Rs 16.65 Lakhs | Ongoing | |
Rs 13.65 Lakhs | Ongoing |
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Frequently Asked Question (FAQs) - IIM Shortlist 2021 - Check Cut off, Dates, Shortlist and Admission Status of all IIMs
Question: What is the Admissions Committee looking for in a candidate?
Answer:
The PGPX Admissions Team seeks out participants who will contribute quickly and share the insights they have gained throughout their professional and personal experiences.
A competitive applicant demonstrates a clear desire for intellectual development in the classroom and by working on team projects.
The panel considers the applicant's professional background, progress in their careers, academic preparation, achievements, and strong interpersonal skills.
Question: What are the different components of the PGPX admission process?
Answer:
Submitting an online application before the deadline.
Interviews are conducted at various locations by IIM faculty members. We also hold video conferences for international candidates.
Candidates have to pay Rs 2.0 lakh Guaranteed Fee on the dates specified during the admission offer. The balance of the fee can be paid in bulk or in installments.
Question: Is the admission process different for sponsored candidates?
Answer:
No. All candidates, whether sponsored or not, will go through the same PGPX admission process.
Question: Is there any scholarship available?
Answer:
Yes, the PGPX program establishes five (5) interest rebate grants on a merit basis, which will be used to deduct interest on bank loans taken out by students for one year (for program fees).
The maximum amount for the grant can go up to Rs 3 lakh.
Question: What are the qualities that IIMs are looking for in applicants for their MBA program?
Answer:
The program seeks highly motivated and disciplined candidates with a strong academic preparation that expresses interest, desire to learn, and an inclination towards high-level specialized research.
Question: How can I choose at IIM?
Answer:
To be selected for an IIM's MBA program, one must appear for the CAT exam and clear exam rounds such as the Written Ability Test (WAT) or Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI).
Question: What is the eligibility for MBA by IIM?
Answer:
To be eligible to join the MBA program offered by IIMs, the candidate must be a graduate and have passed the CAT exam with at least 95+ percent (general category).
Question: Are 10th and 12th grade marks important in IIM?
Answer:
Yes, Class 10 and Class 12 marks play an important role in the IIM exam process as the institute is looking for candidates who have excelled not only in CAT but also among academics.
Question: What are the parameters to be considered in the IIM selection process?
Answer:
In the IIM selection process, factors to be considered for admission
- Performance in CAT exam
- Performance in Class 10, 12 and Graduation
- Performance in WAT/GD-PI
- Academic diversity
- Gender diversity
- Work experience
Question: Is CAT score mandatory for IIM admission?
Answer:
Yes, a CAT score is mandatory for IIM admission for MBA programs. For executive MBA programs, a GMAT score is also accepted.
Question: If I do not meet the CAT cutoff, will I still be considered for WAT-PI?
Answer:
No, to qualify for the WAT-PI round for IIM admission, the minimum CAT cutoff is mandatory.
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Questions related to CAT
now i am in last year of graduation and i want to do mba i have to apply for cat test n want to know the dates of registration n date of cat exams
Hello,
CAT 2021 will be conducted on November 18, 2021. The official notification for registration for the same will be released in the month of August 2021 tentatively. So please keep an eye on official notification so that you can apply for CAT 2021 when the registrations begin.
To check the updates and other information you can click on the link below
https://bschool.careers360.com/articles/cat
Here is the steps to apply for CAT 2021 application
- Visit the official website: iimcat.ac.in
- Click on “New Candidate Registration”
- Enter the details shown on the screen
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Name of the Candidate
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Date of Birth
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Email Address
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Country
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Mobile Number and
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Captcha
4. After entering all the details click on “Generate OTP” button. Using the OTP which is sent to the candidate's registered mail id, complete the CAT 2021 registration process.
5. Go to the dashboard and fill the CAT Exam Application Form 2021.
6. You need choose the IIM Programs & Interview Cities for CAT 2021
7.Opt any six preferred cities for CAT Exam 2021.
8. Pay the application fee
9. Submit the application and download the application and keep it safe for future reference.
To know any other details you can click on the link below
I have obc ncl certificate bt issued in 2017. will it valid in 2021 Cat exam or I have to update it?? pls advice me
Hey,
Sorry to say it's not valid and you need to get your reservation certificate updated. The CAT at the time of registration ask about the reservation of the students and thy are even required to submit their category certificate at the time of form submission.
If it's expired I will suggest you to get it updated from your nearest block office as soon as possible in order to avoid any kind of problem in the end or at the time of form filling.
Hope that helps.
Thank you.
Got 97.95 Percentile in Jee mains 2021 under Obc Ncl Male Cat of Andhra Pradesh what Will be my rank in Obc Ncl
Hi
With 97.95 percentile
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your rank will be around 20972 - 23575 as per our rank predictor at https://engineering.careers360.com/jee-main-rank-predictor
Your obc rank will be around 5000
With above rank, you have chances in NITs . For example, you have chances in following NITs
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NIT Manipur :- Computer Science and Engineering
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NIT Patna :- Electronics and Communication Engineering
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NIT Durgapur :- Mechanical Engineering
And a few more
For previous year cut offs of top colleges like NITs, IIITs, GFTIs , you can refer our page at :-
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IIITs:- https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-cutoff-for-top-iiits
GFTIs :- https://engineering.careers360.com/articles/jee-main-cutoff-for-top-gftis
Or alternately you can visit official website of josaa at
https://josaa.nic.in/Result/Result/currentorcr.aspx
Above prediction of colleges is on the basis of past year data but cut off/closing rank for colleges keeps changing every year depending upon many factors like number of students that appeared in the examination, difficulty level of the JEE main question paper for different shifts etc so
To have a personalised report on your chances of getting a college you can go through our college predictor, it will give you complete list of colleges which you can get on the basis of the category you belong to, your home state, your gender etc, the link for jee main college predictor is provided below
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How does the scores in CAT matter? Will it matter sectionalwise or overall percentile?
Hello aadish.mehata
I hope you are doing good . I would glad to aware you the about evaluation of cat marks and their involvement in scores . For getting a good percentile , first thing is you have to clear sectional cutt offs in each section . You can get a good percentile or can clear cat without clearing the sectional cut off. However, for getting a call business schools overall percentile only matters. In short they all are interelated
Hope you found this answer helpful. Good luck for your future
Which is better, getting into IIM Indore through Ipmat exam after 12th or Getting into other IIMs through CAT exam ?
Hello,
Well it's totally depends upon that whether you want go for Five years integrated programme or want to go for 2 years PGDM programme after CAT exam.
But through IPMAT you are getting a chance to study in one of the most prestigious Institutions of India, So its not a bad deal. On the other hand CAT exam is very very tough exam, It's possible that you don't receive a call even from the baby IIMs if you fail to clear the sectional Cutoff of IIMs.
Have a look at the placement record after IPMAT-
Highest CTC offered- 50 lacs
Average CTC offered- 22 lacs
Number of Recruiters- 160
Now it's totally on you.
Good Luck.