IIM Ahmedabad CAT 2026 Cutoff Released: Check PGP 2027-29 Category-Wise Cutoff, Selection Process

IIM Ahmedabad CAT 2026 cutoff has been released for admission to the PGP 2027-29 batch. The institute has announced the minimum overall and sectional percentile requirements for candidates seeking admission through CAT 2026. For the General and EWS categories, candidates need a minimum 95 percentile overall and 85 percentile in each CAT section to be considered for the next stage.

The IIM Ahmedabad CAT cutoff 2026 applies to the flagship PGP as well as the PGP in Food and Agri-Business Management (PGP-FABM). However, meeting the minimum CAT cutoff does not guarantee an interview call, as IIMA uses a composite score for shortlisting candidates.

IIM Ahmedabad CAT 2026 Cutoff: Category-Wise Percentile

The IIM Ahmedabad CAT 2026 cutoff includes separate sectional and overall percentile requirements for General, EWS, NC-OBC, SC, ST and PwD candidates. Candidates must meet both the sectional and overall CAT percentile criteria.

These are the minimum qualifying CAT 2026 cutoffs for IIM Ahmedabad. The actual percentile required to receive an AWT-PI shortlist can be significantly higher, particularly for General category candidates.

How to Apply for IIM Ahmedabad PGP 2027-29

Candidates do not need to submit a separate application to IIM Ahmedabad for the CAT-based PGP admission process. They need to apply through the CAT 2026 application form.

1. Visit the official CAT 2026 registration portal iimcat.ac.in
2. Complete the CAT 2026 registration process.
3. Select IIM Ahmedabad and the desired PGP programme.
4. Enter Class 10, Class 12 and graduation details.
5. Provide accurate work experience information, if applicable.
6. Pay the CAT 2026 application fee.
7. Submit the form and appear for CAT 2026.

IIM Ahmedabad PGP 2027-29 Final Selection Weightage

The IIM Ahmedabad CAT 2026 selection process gives significant weightage to the Personal Interview. The final admission score combines CAT performance with the candidate's application profile, AWT and PI performance.

Therefore, a candidate clearing the IIM Ahmedabad CAT cutoff 2026 must also perform well in the subsequent selection stages to secure admission to the PGP 2027-29 batch.

IIM Ahmedabad PGP 2027-29 Eligibility

Candidates applying for IIM Ahmedabad PGP admission 2027-29 must hold a bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA. The minimum graduation requirement is 45% for SC, ST and PwD candidates.

Final-year graduation students can also apply through CAT 2026. However, shortlisted candidates must provide proof of completing their qualifying degree by June 30, 2027.

CAT 2026 Exam Date and IIM Ahmedabad Admission Timeline

The CAT 2026 registration window is scheduled from August 3 to September 15, while the CAT 2026 examination will be conducted on November 29, 2026. The CAT result is expected in January 2027.

IIM Ahmedabad is expected to release the PGP 2027-29 AWT-PI shortlist in the second week of January 2027, followed by the AWT and PI rounds during the first quarter of 2027.

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