IIM Ahmedabad CAT cut-offs remained same in last 3 years; selection criteria

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad has maintained consistent CAT (Common Admission Test) cut-offs over the last three years. Here’s a detailed look at the cut-offs and selection criteria:

CAT Cut-offs for IIM Ahmedabad

IIM Ahmedabad follows a two-stage selection process. The cut-offs specified are for shortlisting candidates for the Analytical Writing Test (AWT) and Personal Interview (PI) round.

General Category (Minimum Percentile):

• Overall: 80
• Sectional: 70 each (VARC, DILR, QA)

Category-wise Cut-offs:

• EWS: 80 (overall), 65 (sectional)
• NC-OBC: 75 (overall), 65 (sectional)
• SC: 70 (overall), 60 (sectional)
• ST: 60 (overall), 50 (sectional)
• PwD: 60 (overall), 50 (sectional)

Note: These are the minimum eligibility cut-offs; meeting these does not guarantee a call for the AWT-PI round.

Selection Criteria

Stage 1: Shortlisting for AWT-PI

1. CAT Score Weightage:
   • CAT score plays a significant role in the initial shortlist.
2. Academic Background:
   • Performance in Class 10th and 12th (adjusted for different board standards).
   • Bachelor’s degree performance.
3. Diversity Factors:
   • Gender diversity (female and transgender candidates receive additional weightage).
   • Academic diversity (non-engineering backgrounds are encouraged).

Stage 2: Final Selection

1. Overall Composite Score:
   • CAT Score: 25%
   • PI Score: 50%
   • AWT Score: 10%
   • Academic and Work Experience: 15%
2. Additional Factors:
   • Quality of work experience is considered, evaluated during the PI.
   • Leadership roles, achievements, and clarity of career goals can influence the final decision.

Reasons for Consistent Cut-offs

• IIM Ahmedabad ensures inclusivity and consistency in its selection process, making it accessible to a diverse range of candidates while maintaining high academic standards.
• Maintaining the same cut-offs helps create predictability for aspirants and aligns with the institute’s focus on holistic evaluation.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the IIM Ahmedabad official website.