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    IIM Amritsar Admission Process

    Indian Institute of Management Amritsar admissions are provided to MBA, ExMBA and Ph.D programmes. IIM Amritsar MBA admissions are based on the CAT examination. Candidates are shortlisted for a Personal Interview round as per the IIM Amritsar PGP admissions process. 

    • IIM Amritsar Admissions 2026 for IPM Programmes are ongoing, and the last date to apply is March 31, 2026. 
    • IIM Amritsar is giving 50% weightage to CAT 2025 scores for MBA admissions.  
    • IIM Amritsar MBA Admission Process: Qualify for the CAT exam, apply via the IIM Amritsar admission portal and clear a personal interview for final selection.
    • To access the dashboard, students need the login credentials of IIM Amritsar.
    • IIM Amritsar Selection Criteria: Admission is based on entrance exam scores (CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/UGC-JRF), followed by personal Interview, academic performance, work experience and diversity factors.
    • Students can check all the updates related to their admission, particularly on the IIM Amritsar admission portal.
    • IIM Amritsar IPMAT 2026 examination will be conducted on May 04, 2026.

    IIM Amritsar admission to the PhD programme is done on the basis of CAT/GRE/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF examination scores. Students must fulfil the eligibility criteria of IIM Amritsar to apply for the courses. 

    Also See: IIM Amritsar Placements

    IIM Amritsar Admission 2026 Highlights

    Admission to IIM Amritsar is based on the marks obtained in the entrance examinations. The table given below shows the entrance examinations accepted for IIM Amritsar admission 2026.

    Entrance Exams Accepted for IIM Amritsar Admissions 2026

    Course

    Entrance Exam

    MBA/Executive MBACAT/GMAT
    IPMIPM-AT+ Personal Interview
    Ph.D Programmes
    CAT/GRE/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF

    How Can I Apply for IIM Amritsar Admission?

    Indian Institute of Management Amritsar application process varies for PGP and Ph.D programmes. Students can read the steps to fill out the IIM Amritsar admission process below. 

    IIM Amritsar Registrations 2026

    Courses

    IIM Amritsar Application Process

    MBA

    1. Select the IIM Amritsar programme you wish to apply for while registering for the CAT examination, and select the interview city preference.

    2. Pay the CAT application fees of Rs 2,600 for general category students and Rs 1,300 for SC/ST/PWD students.
    3. Fill in the registration form on the official website of IIM Amritsar using your CAT ID and DOB.

    Executive MBA

    1. Apply for the Executive MBA programme through the application form released on the official website of IIM Amritsar.

    2. Fill in the application form using the details required for academic and professional experience.

    Ph.D

    1. Candidates must appear for GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE/UGC-CSIR NET examination.

    2. Candidates must apply through the application form released on the official website of IIM Amritsar.

    3. Upload the documents required and pay the application fees of Rs 1,500 (Rs 1,000 for SC/ST candidates).

    Also See: IIM Amritsar Courses

    IIM Amritsar MBA Admissions 2026

    IIM Amritsar admission to its PG programme is done in the course of MBA in Management and its specialisations in the field of Business Analytics and Human Resource. 

    IIM Amritsar MBA Admissions Eligibility Criteria

    CoursesEligibility Criteria

    MBA

    Bachelor's degree + CAT examination.

    MBA-BA
    MBA-HR
    ExMBABachelor's degree + minimum 3 years of progressive work experience in a managerial/entrepreneurial/professional role.
    IPMMinimum of 60% in SSC (55% for candidates from SC/ST/ PwD category) and HSC or equivalent examinations

    IIM Amritsar MBA Admission Process 

    • For admission to the MBA programme, students have to appear and qualify for the CAT examination. 

    • Students who meet the cutoff declared by IIM Amritsar can fill out the application form on the official website of the institute.

    • Further, students have to appear for a Personal Interview on the basis of their CAT percentile. 

    • Candidates will be shortlisted based on the student's performance in the PI.

    • Criteria for allocation of seats depend 70% on PI, 10% each on Work Experience, Gender Diversity, and Academic Diversity.

    • Complete the admission process by submitting documents and paying the IIM Amritsar fees.

    Also See: IIM Amritsar Cutoff

    IIM Amritsar EMBA Admissions 2026

    CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/  Amritsar Admission Test scores are required for Indian Institute of Management Amritsar EMBA admissions. Mentioned below are details of the IIM Amritsar EMBA selection process. 

    IIM Amritsar EMBA Admission Process

    • Meet the IIM Amritsar EMBA eligibility criteria.
    • The applicant must have a valid CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE score to apply for the EMBA programme.
    • Alternatively, the interested candidates can also choose to take the IIM Amritsar Admission Test (IAAT) along the lines of the CAT Examination.
    • Selected students must pay the IIM Amritsar admission fees. 

    IIM Amritsar IPM Admissions 2026

    Students must appear and qualify for IPM-AT and a personal interview for the IIM Amritsar admission process for IPM programmes. Check the details below of the Indian Institute of Management Amritsar IPM selection process. 

    IIM Amritsar IPM Admission Process

    • Meet the IIM Amritsar IPM eligibility criteria.

    • Submit the IIM Amritsar application form from the official website. 

    • Appear and qualify for IPM-AT 2025 conducted by IIM-Indore. 

    • Candidates will be shortlisted for Personal Interview (PI) from the eligible pool on the basis of the Aptitude Test Score (ATS). 

    • The final IIM Amritsar selection process for the IPM programme is based on IMP AT, Personal interview and gender diversity.

    • Selected students must pay the IIM Amritsar fees.

    IIM Amritsar PhD Admissions 2026

    Indian Institute of Management Amritsar offers PhD courses at the doctoral level in the field of Management, Finance, Economics and Humanities. The duration of the IIMI PhD course is 6 years.

    IIMI PhD Admissions Eligibility Criteria

    Courses

    Eligibility Criteria

    Ph.D

    Candidates must pass a master's degree or an equivalent degree from a recognised institution. Candidates must have an eligible score in the CAT/GRE/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF.

    IIM Amritsar PhD Admission Process 

    • Candidates must qualify the GRE/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF/IIMB Test to be eligible for IIITA Doctorate admissions.

    • Eligible candidates have to apply on the official website of the institute and pay the application fee of Rs 1500(Rs 1000 for reserved categories).

    • On the basis of academic performance and the application submitted, candidates will be called for a written test and a personal interview. 

    • Students will be selected based on their past academic performance and personal interview performance conducted by the institute. 

    • Candidates selected need to deposit course fees and submit the documents to confirm their admission. 

    Documents Required for IIM Amritsar Admissions

    • 10th and 12th marksheets.

    • Entrance exam scorecard (CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF(NET)).

    • Birth certificate.

    • ID proof.

    • Statement of Purpose.

    • Work Experience Letters/Payslips(If applicable)

    • Passport-sized photographs.

    • Migration/Transfer certificate.

    Note: Candidates belonging to NC‐OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PWD categories need to produce a valid certificate(s) in support of their reservation category. No change in the category will be entertained after applying. The table above includes college predictors which can be used to check the changes in admission into the college of your choice.

    IIM Amritsar Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: Can I join IIM Amritsar in distance mode?

    MBA aspirants go to the Indian Institute of Management, also known as an IIM. However, IIMs do not provide MBA programs online. Candidates interested in the Distance MBA program offered by IIMs can choose from a variety of diploma and certification programs tailored specifically to the needs of working professionals through the program's online Distance Learning format.

    2: How can I do an MBA at IIM Amritsar?

    The candidates wishing to do an MBA at Amritsar must first write the CAT exam and then apply online on the IIM Amritsar’s official website- iimamritsar.ac.in. to be selected for admission.

    3: How many seats are there in IIM Amritsar?

    IIM Amritsar has around 320 seats, divided on the basis of courses, MBA has 240 seats, MBA-Business Analytics has 40 and MBA-Human Resource has around 40 seats.

    4: How much CAT Score is required for IIM Amritsar?

    The CAT score varies based on the category of the students, for the general category is 85 percentile, and for other reservations, categories are in the range of 55-75.

    5: What is the IIM Amritsar Ph.D admission process?

    For admission to the IIM Amritsar is that the students should qualify the CAT/GATE/GMAT/GRE/JRF (UGC/CSIR). Further, the candidates appear for a Research Aptitude Test and Written Analysis Test followed by a personal interview.

    6: What is the selection criteria for IIM Amritsar M.B.A admissions?

    The selection criteria of IIM Amritsar M.B.A course is as follows: (a) Personal Interview (PI) = 70%, (b) Work experience = 15%, (c) Gender diversity = 10%, and (d) Academic diversity = 5%.

    7: What is the eligibility criteria of the Executive MBA course?

    The eligibility criteria of the Executive MBA course is that the candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised institute/university and a minimum 3 years of work experience in managerial/professional/entrepreneurial roles.

    Student Reviews for IIM Amritsar

    College Infrastructure: 3.8/5
    Academics: 4.5/5
    Placements: 4.3/5
    Value for Money: 4/5
    Campus Life: 4.1/5

    Top Institute in Punjab and Haryana Region

    Verified Review

    Academics

    The faculty members at IIM Amritsar are exceptional. They are experts in their fields, highly experienced, and very supportive. Many hold PhDs from leading IIMs, IITs, and foreign universities. They bring valuable industry experience into the classroom. They guide us academically and also assist with case competitions, internships, placements, and personal growth.

    It is a decent college.

    Verified Review

    Academics

    Each of the MBA courses are designed very well with many evaluating components for overall development of a student. Faculty here is very good and helpful and make you push your boundaries. Academic rigor high.

    Wonderful and extremely adventures during first three months

    Verified Review

    Academics

    Faculties are highly trained and some guest faculties come from IIM kashipur other main IIMs. Subjects which were taught during entire year are perfectly aligned with industry norm and they give in depth knowledge of the dynamic work environment.

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    Hello,

    The CAT test is the initial requirement for admission to the IIMs. The Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview are the following phases (PI). The WAT and PI are the primary selection factors for admission to IIM MBA. They take place following the release of the CAT results.

    Hello Aspirant,

    Hope you are doing well !

    Keeping in mind, both K J Somaiya Institute of Management, and IIM Amritsar both are really good colleges, in my opinion, IIM Amritsar would be the better option.

    Though K J Somaiya's Highest package(26.5 LPA) is more than IIM Amritsar's(25.21 LPA). IIM

    Hello aspirant
    Based in CAT 2019, IIM Shillong and IIM Amritsar has released the cutoff list for admission into academic year 2020-22.
    IIM AMRITSAR has 85 percentile as cut off for general category along with sectional cut offs. Furthermore, unlike other IIMs, IIM Shillong does not release the overall cutoff

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    Apr 01, 2026

    IIM Amritsar IPMAT 2026 examination will be conducted on May 04, 2026.

    Mar 06, 2026

    IIM Amritsar is giving 50% weightage to CAT 2025 scores for MBA admissions 2026.

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