IIM Ahmedabad (IIMA) Admission 2025: CAT, Application Date & Process, Eligibility

Divya Verma

Updated on - Sep 19, 2024

IIM Ahmedabad admission 2025 will soon begin for MBA and executive degree programs. IIMA also has different postgraduate courses like PGPX and PGP-FABM and a few additional courses. 

For most of the courses, CAT scores are required for IIMA admissions. CAT result 2024 is scheduled for November 24, 2024, and the results are expected to be announced in December 2024 or January 2025.

However,  PGPX admissions are based only on GMAT/GRE scores. In addition, they accept applications from candidates who have taken the GRE, GMAT, GATE, UGC-JRF, and ICAR-SRF entrance exams. The category (GEN & EWS, NC & OBC, SC, ST, PWD & PWD (ST)[clarification needed]) is the second important factor in admission. The total number of seats is then split into the categories into which IIM accepts admission. Another critical factor is having a solid academic record and percentage score.

IIMA has decided to implement Reservation of Seats for backward classes like Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, and Other Backward Classes in their doctoral program from the academic year of 2025. Seats would also be reserved for disabled students.

IIM Ahmedabad has one of the most challenging admission processes in the country, through which only deserving students are allowed to be part of this highly reputed institute.

Table of Content

• IIM Ahmedabad Admission: Important Dates 2025
• IIM Ahmedabad MBA Admission 2025
• IIM Ahmedabad MBA-FABM Admission 2025
• IIM Ahmedabad MBA-PGPX Admission 2025
• IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA Admission 2025
• IIM Ahmedabad ePGD-ABA Admission 2025
• IIM Ahmedabad FDP Admission 2025
• IIM Ahmedabad AFP Admission 2025

IIM Ahmedabad Admission: Important Dates 2025

IIM Ahmedabad course admissions are held based on the academic profile of the candidate, entrance exam scores, and performance in the IIM Ahmedabad selection procedure. 

The table below covers the important upcoming events of the IIM Ahmedabad admission process. However, students can also check the institute's official portal for more details on the IIM Ahmedabad selection criteria and relevant dates to apply for Personal Interview (PI) and Analytical Writing Test (AWT).

IIM Ahmedabad MBA Admission 2025

IIMA's flagship course, the Postgraduate Programme (PGP), has been producing master's level graduates in business administration for over 55 years. It has consistently been recognized among the top programs in the world. The MBA course is offered in different specializations and is the most renowned MBA course in the country. 

The total fee for the IIMA MBA program is INR 26.50 Lakhs. Eligibility criteria for the course of MBA at IIM Ahmedabad is 50% in graduation and valid CAT scores. However, for international students, valid scores of GMAT are required. More details related to the course admission are given below:

IIM Ahmedabad Eligibility Criteria

The candidate must have completed a bachelor's degree at any university with at least 50% of the required credits or an equivalent CGPA (this is lowered to 45% for candidates who belong to the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), or Persons with Disabilities (PwD) categories).

IIM Ahmedabad MBA Selection Criteria 2025

The MBA program at IIM Ahmedabad requires candidates to take the CAT exam, which is followed by a personal interview. A merit list of candidates who have been selected for admission is subsequently released. However, for international students, the institute considers GMAT scores. More details related to the admission and selection process are given below:

Step 1: CAT Registration and Appear for Entrance Exam

• There is no direct application form released on the official website of the IIM Ahmedabad for the damission process. However, a link to the CAT website is available. 
• Students must register for the CAT exam using their contact information and fill in the application form on the official website. Students can choose the institute of their choice at the time of filling out the application form. 

Step 2: Shortlisting of Students for the Next Step

• Candidates who have applied to the program, have a valid CAT-2024 score, and meet the program's eligibility requirements are shortlisted for the Analytical Writing Test (AWT) and Personal Interview (PI).

Criteria for Shortlisting for AWT and PI

Applicants who took the CAT exam and submitted an application to the IIM Ahmedabad MBA program will be contacted for further consideration based on their CAT results. The IIM Ahmedabad CAT Cutoff 2024 (overall and sectional) for the various categories is given below:

Step 3: Preparing Merit List

A merit list based on CAT scores, PI scores, and Profile scores will be created for the ultimate candidate selection. The table below provides the weighting requirements for creating a merit list based on several components:

The CAT score, not the CAT percentile, will be used, for preparation of the merit list. The method of calculating a candidate's CAT score involves dividing it by the highest CAT score obtained by all applicants for IIM Udaipur MBA Admission 2025.

Upon publication of the CAT results, the shortlisted candidates' details will be provisionally made accessible on the IIMA website (www.iima.ac.in) by the second week of January 2025. IIMA would also send AWT and PI call letters to the shortlisted candidates. Those applicants who are not selected for AWT & PI will not receive any correspondence.

Step 4: Offer Letter

Applicants who are offered admission to IIM Ahmedabad for an MBA program must accept the offer by the deadline. Candidates must pay an offer acceptance fee of INR 1 lakh, which will be deducted from their term one fee, in order to accept the offer.

Steps to Apply for IIM Ahmedabad MBA Admission 2025

IIM Ahmedabad MBA application procedure starts with filling out a form to appear for CAT. Students applying for admission to the MBA course must read the admission announcements and requirements in detail.

• Register for the CAT exam by heading to the CAT website.
• Eligible applicants must register on the IIM Ahmedabad official website.
• Once the CAT result is announced, IIM A will call the selected candidates for AWT and PI.
• For the shortlisting procedure, candidates must fill out a form and provide supporting documentation.
• Following PI, IIMA will announce the candidates who have been chosen and who must confirm their admission by sending information via registered mail.

IIM Ahmedabad MBA-FABM Admission 2025

IIMA PGP-FABM is a two-year, full-time residential program at the MBA level that prepares students for careers in food and agribusiness management. Eduniversal, Paris, France, has continuously named PGP-FABM as the best program in the world for agribusiness and food industry management. The total fees for the IIMA MBA-FABM is INR 26.50 Lakhs

Admission to IIMA MBA-FABM depends on the CAT score of the students. For international students, the institute accepts GMAT scores. 

IIM Ahmedabad MBA-FABM Eligibility Criteria 2025

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in agricultural sciences or allied fields, with at least 50%, or an equivalent CGPA, is required of the candidate. (This is relaxed to 45% in the case of candidates who fall under the categories of Persons with Disabilities (PwD), Scheduled Caste (SC), and Scheduled Tribe (ST).)

IIM Ahmedabad MBA-FABM Selection Criteria 2025

Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements outlined below, have applied for the program, and have a valid CAT 2024 score will be shortlisted for the Analytical Writing Test (AWT) and Personal Interviews (PI) in the first stage.

Important Note: Foreign people (holders of foreign passports) having a background in food and agriculture who are residing in India are required to have taken the GMAT Focus Edition, which is administered in test centres. The steps for the selection are given below:

Step 1: CAT Registration and Appear for Entrance Exam

• There is no direct application form released on the official website of the IIM Ahmedabad for the damission process. However, a link to the CAT website is available. 
• Students must register for the CAT exam using their contact information and fill in the application form on the official website. Students can choose the institute of their choice at the time of filling out the application form. 

Step 2: Shortlisting of Students

• The candidates having a bachelor's or master's degree in agricultural sciences or other agriculture-related fields will be given preference throughout the shortlisting process for the analytical writing test and personal interview, as the program is sector-specific and favours people with relevant educational backgrounds.

The division of different factors for the selection of candidates are given below:

The Government of India mandates that 27% of the seats be set aside for NC-OBC candidates, 15% for SC candidates, 7.5% for ST candidates, 5% for PwD candidates, and up to 10% for candidates from Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). Additionally, candidates must carefully check the category on the CAT application form to which they belong.

Steps to Apply for IIM Ahmedabad MBA-FABM Admission 2025

IIM Ahmedabad MBA application procedure starts with filling out a form to appear for CAT. Students applying for admission to the MBA course must read the admission announcements and requirements in detail.

• Register for the CAT exam by heading to the CAT website.
• Eligible applicants must register on the IIM Ahmedabad official website.
• Once the CAT result is announced, IIM A will call the selected candidates for AWT and PI.
• For the shortlisting procedure, candidates must fill out a form and provide supporting documentation.
• Following PI, IIMA will announce the candidates who have been chosen and who must confirm their admission by sending information via registered mail.

IIM Ahmedabad MBA-PGPX Admission 2025

The MBA-PGPX is a postgraduate management program designed for experienced professionals with four years or more of experience after a bachelor's degree. The total course expense is of INR 33 Lakhs. More details related to the course are given below:

IIM Ahmedabad MBA PGPX Eligibility Criteria 2025

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree or equivalent in any field. The minimum age of the applicant must be 25 years old as of March 31, 2025. There is no upper age limit for the applicants. Students must also have a valid GMAT/GRE score. A requirement of four years of minimum full-time employment experience following graduation is also there.

IIM Ahmedabad MBA PGPX Selection Criteria 2025

For admission to IIM Ahmedabad MBA PGPX program, students who fulfill the eligibility criteria and have valid GMAT or GRE scores must apply through the official website. The IIMA application portal will only be active during the admission season.  

There will be three rounds in the selection process for the PGPX 2025–2026 cohort of candidates. A demanding admissions process that involves leadership profiling, in-person interviews, and standardized test results (GMAT/GRE) is used to choose PGPX students.

Step 1: Application for the Course

• Once the application portal opens, interested candidates must submit their application form along with the valid scores of GMAT or GRE. 
• Students are shortlisted based on the scores of their qualifying exams and on the GMAT/ GRE.

Step 2: Essay Writing and Interview

• Selected students will then have to submit the essays on the given subjects in the stipulated time. 
• Students will then appear for personal interaction or PI with the members of the IIMA admission committee. 

The Institute shall adhere to the reservation policies of the Government of India for PWD, NC-OBC, EWS, SC, and ST.

Steps to Apply for IIM Ahmedabad MBA PGPX Admission 2025

Students keen on IIMA PGPX admission can directly apply through the application portal that opens during the admission period. The steps to apply for the course are given below: 

• Visit the official website and click on Academics. 
• Choose the course and pick admission from the drop-down menu. 
• Click on the Apply button on the right-hand side of the webpage.
• Read the brochure and instructions carefully. 
• Sign up using contact information. 
• Create login and password. 
• Sign in using your login id and password. 
• Fill in the application form and choose the course option. 
• Pay the application fee of INR 9000. The application fee will be non-refundable. 

The application portal for the course is currently open and will close on October 14, 2024. 

IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA Admission 2025

IIMA Online MBA is a two-year postgraduate degree-granting program available to students. The course is mostly offered in a synchronous online format, which is appropriately supplemented by separate on-campus courses. The architecture of blended learning makes it easier for those who would rather combine their professional and academic lives. The total program fee for the course is INR 20 Lakhs. 

To gain admission to the online course, applicants must apply online through the official website. Admission to the courses is based on the scores of the GMAT/ GRE. IAT is an online assessment test designed for applicants who are unable to apply using traditional test results from tests like the GMAT, CAT, or GRE. 

IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA Eligibility Criteria

• For IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA, eligibility criteria include a minimum age limit of 24 years. However, there is no upper age limit. 
• Applicants must be working professionals with a world experience of a minimum of 3 years after graduation.
• Applicants must also hold a bachelor's degree, CA, CS, ICWA, or an equivalent qualification in any field

IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA Selection Criteria 2025

Applicants must fulfill the basic eligibility criteria for admission. They must also appear for the IAT and IIMA Admission Tests conducted by the institute in case they do not have valid scores on the GMAT and GRE. Interested candidates can apply for admission through the official admission portal. The portal or the link is active only during the admission cycle. 

The IAT will follow a format that is comparable to previous managerial aptitude examinations. The 90-minute IAT will consist of 45 questions.

Step 1: Register for the IAT

• Using the link available on the official website, interested candidates can register for the entrance exam. 
• Students who have valid GMAT/ GRE scores can fill in the scores in the application and wait for the shortlisting.

Step 2: Personal Interview

Shortlisted candidates are then called for personal interaction or an interview with the admission committee. 

Steps to Apply for IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA Admission 2025

Students seeking admission to the IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA course can apply for the course through the official website. Steps to do so are given below:

• Visit the official website. 
• Click on Academics and choose the course. 
• Click on the admission notification on the right-hand side. The notification will only be available during the admission process. 
• Read the details and requirements carefully. 
• Fill in the application form and pay the application fee. 

IIM Ahmedabad ePGD-ABA Admission 2025

IIMA offers a 16-month diploma program called ePGD-ABA. The program offers a well-balanced selection of courses on machine learning algorithms, cloud computing, data visualization tools and techniques, and modeling, and analysis of various data types and sizes. The course is offered in domain-specific applications of data analytics in marketing, human resources, finance, operations, and public policy. The total fee for this one-year course is INR 12 Lakhs.

It is a hybrid program with on-campus classes, online sessions, and project work. 

IIM Ahmedabad ePGD-ABA Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for the ePGD-ABA are given below:

• Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university. 
• A word experience of 2 years after graduation is required, too. My preferred field of work is Business Analytics. 
• Interested applicants must also have a valid score of CAT/GATE/GMAT/GRE or the ePGD-ABA qualifying-cum-aptitude test.

IIM Ahmedabad ePGD-ABA Selection Criteria

• Those who have applied for the course are selected on the basis of their qualifications, work experience, and the scores on the entrance exam. 
• Along with the application, students must also submit their” Statement of Purpose” highlighting their future plans and aspirations. 
• Once the shortlisting is done, selected students are then called for personal interaction. 

Steps to Apply for IIM Ahmedabad ePGD-ABA 

Interested candidates can apply for the course through the official website. Follow the given steps for the application:

• Visit the official website. 
• Click on the Academics. 
• Choose the course. Click on Admission from the drop-down. 
• Click on “Apply Now”. Read the details given. 
• Register using contact details and verify the details. 
• This will generate a user ID and password. 
• Login again using them and fill in the application form. 
• Pay the application fee. 

IIM Ahmedabad FDP Admission 2025

The Faculty Development Program (FDP) has basically been designed for management educators who want to learn and experiment with effective pedagogical techniques, expand their knowledge of advanced topics, and become familiar with the fundamentals of conducting research studies. 

The program is one of two certification options, and applicants can choose one of these only. 

1.   Certificate of Participation in the Faculty Development Programme in Pedagogy and Research Methods
2.   Certificate of Participation in the Faculty Development Programme in General Management 

IIM Ahmedabad FDP Eligibility Criteria 2025

• Participants must have at least two years of post-graduate research experience or teaching experience in management. 
• Participants under 45 years old will be given preference. 
• Based on previous experiences, individuals who are just starting out in their professions as teachers or researchers tend to gain the most.

IIM Ahmedabad FDP Selection Criteria 2025

The selection of the candidates for this course has follow steps:

Step 1: Evaluation of the application form.

The application is evaluated based on the following details. 

• Teaching and/or research experience
• Educational background and purpose statements. 

Step 2: Personal Interview

Once the application is submitted, the admission committee will also conduct an interview. 

Steps to Apply for the FDP Certificate

• Visit the official website. 
• Click on the Academics. 
• Choose the course. Click on Admission from the drop-down. 
• Read the brochure carefully.
• Click on the link for admission.
• Register using contact details and verify the details. 
• This will generate a user ID and password. 
• Login again using them and fill in the application form. 
• Choose the certificate you want to apply for.
• Pay the application fee.

IIM Ahmedabad AFP Admission 2025

IIM Ahmedabad AFP Eligibility Criteria 2025

The Armed Forces curriculum at IIM Ahmedabad is a 6-month special curriculum created with the express purpose of giving armed forces officers the perspective, knowledge, and abilities they need to successfully enter the corporate world.

The program offers insight into different management sectors of Operations, Leadership, HRM, Strategy, Infrastructure Management, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, and Organisational Behaviour.