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The MICAT 2026 selection process, conducted by MICA Ahmedabad, involves multiple stages and evaluates candidates on various parameters. To be eligible, you must apply with a valid CAT 2025, XAT 2026, or GMAT score (2022 onwards) and appear for MICAT Phase 1 and/or Phase 2. The better of the two MICAT scores will be considered.
Shortlisting for the next round, which includes Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI), is expected in February 2026. The final selection will be based on your composite performance in CAT/XAT/GMAT, MICAT, GE, and PI, with the MICAT final merit list out in April 2026.
MICAT Selection Process Dates 2026
The important dates related to the MICAT Exam selection process 2026 are as follows:
MICAT Exam Phase 1 Dates:
| Event | MICAT-I (Phase 1) |
|---|---|
| Registration Starts | Second week of September 2025 |
| Registration Ends | Third week of November 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | Last week of November 2025 |
| Exam Date | First Saturday of December 2025 |
| Result Announcement (MICAT Score) | Third week of December 2025 |
| GE-PI Shortlist Announcement | Third week of February 2026 |
| GE-PI Rounds | March 2026 |
| Final Result Declaration | April 2026 |
MICAT Exam Phase 2 Dates:
| Event | MICAT-II (Phase 2) |
|---|---|
| Registration Starts | Last week of November 2025 |
| Registration Ends | Third week of January 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Third week of January 2026 |
| Exam Date | Last Saturday of January 2026 |
| Result Announcement (MICAT Score) | Second week of February 2026 |
| GE-PI Shortlist Announcement | Same as MICAT-II |
| GE-PI Rounds | March 2026 |
| Final Result Declaration | April 2026 |
MICAT Stepwise Selection Process 2026
A step-by-step MICAT 2026 selection process has been provided below.
- Step 1: Every candidate must have appeared for at least one of the exams, i.e. one among CAT/XAT/GMAT. For a person who has appeared for more than one of the three examinations, the better score of the two will be taken. The best of the three scores will be taken into consideration for a person who has appeared in all three tests.
- Step 2: A qualifying psychometric test will then determine the person’s eligibility to appear for the MICA admission test (MICAT).
- Only those candidates who clear the above two selection processes will be called for GE and PI. The shortlisting involves the candidate's performance in their CAT/ XAT/ GMAT and MICAT scores.
- Step 3: Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI).
- Step 4: Finally, the candidates clearing the last stage successfully will be called for the MICAT counselling process. A person called for the MICAT counselling process is selected. Students are not usually barred from admission after the MICAT counselling procedure.
MICAT 2026 Merit List Preparation
The final merit list for MICA admission will be prepared based on the following weightage.
| Rounds | Weightage |
| CAT/XAT/GMAT | 20% |
| MICAT | 30% |
| GE | 20% |
| PI | 30% |
Documents Required for the MICAT Selection Procedure 2026
Every stage of every examination demands some kind of document to corroborate one’s eligibility. The documents required for the counselling process of MICAT 2026 are:
- The original counselling letter or the call letter
- Scorecard
- Original admit card or hall ticket
- Pass certificates of class 10 and class 12.
- Caste certificate
- Medical certificate
- Several copies of the pupil’s passport-size photographs
- Bank draft following the laid-down guidelines
MICAT 2025 Seat Matrix
Knowledge about MICAT 2026 also demands knowledge about the MICAT 2026 seat matrix, i.e. the seats available under the offered programs.
| Courses | Total Seats |
| PGDM-C | 180 |
| PGDM | 30 |
FAQs on MICAT Counselling
Q: What exams are accepted for MICAT 2026 selection?
To be eligible for MICAT 2026, you must have a valid score in CAT 2025, XAT 2026, or GMAT (2022 onwards). Along with these, appearing for MICAT Phase 1 or Phase 2 is mandatory as part of MICA’s multi-stage admission process.
Q: Can I appear for both MICAT phases?
Yes, you can take both MICAT Phase 1 and Phase 2. MICA will consider the better of the two scores for shortlisting candidates for the next stage of the selection process, which includes Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI).
Q: What is the weightage of each component in the final selection?
The final selection is based on a composite score:
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CAT/XAT/GMAT: 20%
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MICAT: 30%
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Group Exercise (GE): 20%
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Personal Interview (PI): 30%
MICA uses this weighted formula to create the final merit list for admission.
Q: What happens after the MICAT exam?
After you appear for MICAT, MICA shortlists candidates based on their MICAT (best score) and CAT/XAT/GMAT performance. Shortlisted candidates are called for GE and PI rounds, expected in March 2026, in selected cities across India. Final results are announced in April 2026.
Q: Is there a separate application for GE-PI rounds?
No, you don’t need to apply separately for the GE-PI rounds. If you’re shortlisted after MICAT and entrance exam evaluation, MICA will automatically invite you for GE and PI. You’ll receive your schedule and venue details via email and on the official website.
