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IIM Kozhikode Admission Process

IIM Kozhikode admissions 2026 are offered to programmes including BMS, PGP, PGP-Finance, PGP-LSM, PGP-BL, Executive PGP, and many more. CAT/GMAT/GRE scores are considered for IIM Kozhikode MBA admissions. Then students must appear for Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) conducted by the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode.

  • IIM Kozhikode admissions 2026 are available for MBA, PGP, and PhD.
  • Entrance exams accepted by Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode -CAT/GRE/GMAT for MBA and PGP courses and GMAT/GRE/GATE/UGC-JRF/IIMB Test.
  • IIM Kozhikode selection criteria - Selection at Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode for admissions are done on the basis of marks scored in entrance examination. 
  • IIM Kozhikode PhD admissions 2026 are offered to the students having a masters degree with qualifying marks from a recognised university.
  • As per seat matrix 2026 of IIM Kozhikode, the total number of seats available is 525.
  • Graduate Record Examination (GRE 2026) will be conducted on April 20, 2026.

IIMK admissions are offered in the stream of Management. IIM Kozhikode admission to the PhD programme is done based on the GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE/JRF(NET)/IIMB Test examination scores. Students must fulfil the eligibility criteria of IIM Kozhikode to apply for the courses. 

What is the Criteria of IIM Kozhikode Admission 2026?

IIM Kozhikode admissions 2026 is based on the scores of entrance exam followed by interview or admission process specified by the institute. The table given below shows the entrance examinations accepted for IIM Kozhikode admission 2026.

IIM Kozhikode 2026 Selection Criteria

CoursesIIM Lucknow Admission Criteria

BMS

Eligibility Criteria: 10+2

Selection Criteria: IIMK BMS AT/JEE Main/SAT/ACT+ Personal Interview

PGP

Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 50% marks

Selection Criteria: CAT+WAT+PI

PGP-Finance/ PGP-LSM

Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 50% marks

Selection Criteria: CAT/GMAT/GRE+WAT+PI

PGP-BL

Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 50% marks

Selection Criteria: CAT/GMAT/GRE+PI

Executive PGP

Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 50% marks

Selection Criteria: EMAT+ Interview

How Can I Apply for IIM Kozhikode Admissions?

Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode application process varies for PGP and PhD programmes. IIM Kozhikode application process 2026 is given below for different programmes.

IIM Kozhikode Registrations 2026

CourseIIM Kozhikode Application Process

PGP

  1. Register for the CAT examination and select IIM Kozhikode MBA programme while registering.
  2. Pay the CAT application fees of Rs 2,500 (Rs 1,250 for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
  3. Qualifying candidates will receive an email from the IIMK for registration.

Ph.D

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

  2. Candidates wishing to appear for IIMB Test need to pay a test fee of Rs 1,000.

  3. The application fees for specialisation in one area is Rs 1,000, while for two areas is Rs 1,500.

Also See: IIM Kozhikode Courses

IIM Kozhikode BMS Admissions 2026

At the undergraduate level, IIM Kozhikode offers Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS). Check below details of IIM Kozhikode selection criteria for BMS programme. 

IIM Kozhikode BMS Eligibility Criteria

Courses

Eligibility Criteria

BMS

10+2

+IIMK BMS AT/JEE Main/SAT/ACT+ Personal Interview

IIM Kozhikode BMS Admission Process

  • Students must meet the IIM Kozhikode eligibility criteria for the BMS programme.
  • Appear and qualify for the IIMK BMS Aptitude Test (IIMK BMS AT test) conducted by the institute. 
  • Students qualifying in JEE Main/SAT/ACT are exempted from the IIMK BMS Aptitude Test. 
  • Then shortlisted candidates will be called for a Personal Interview. 
  • Selected students must then pay the IIM Kozhikode admission fees.

IIM Kozhikode MBA Admissions 2026

IIM Kozhikode admission to its PG programme is done in the course of MBA and its specialisations in the field of Management, Economics, Humanities and Finance. The table given below shows the IIM Kozhikode admission criteria for MBA programmes.

IIM Kozhikode PGP Eligibility Criteria

CoursesEligibility Criteria

PGP

Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 50% marks

+CAT+WAT+PI

PGP-Finance/ PGP-LSM

Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 50% marks

Selection Criteria: CAT/GMAT/GRE+WAT+PI

PGP-BL

Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 50% marks

+CAT/GMAT/GRE+PI

Executive PGP

Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 50% marks

+ EMAT+ Interview

IIM Kozhikode PGP Admission Process 2026

  • Students have to appear and qualify for the CAT examination.
  • IIM Kozhikode will declare the CAT cutoff percentage.
  • GMAT/GRE scores are also considered for PGP-BL, PGP-Finance and PGP-LSM courses. 
  • Students who meet the cutoff declared by IIM Kozhikode can fill out the application form on the official website of the institute.
  • Further, students have to appear for an Written Ability Test and Personal Interview. 
  • Candidates will be shortlisted based on the student's performance in the WAT and PI.
  • Complete the admission process by submitting documents and paying the IIM Kozhikode fees.

IIM Kozhikode EPGP Admission Process 2026

  • Students must meet the IIM Kozhikode eligibility criteria for EPGP.
  • Appear and qualify for the EMAT exam.
  • Shortlisted candidates must then appear for an Interview.
  • Selected students must then pay the IIM Kozhikode admission fees.

IIM Kozhikode PhD Admission 2026

The institute offers PhD courses at the doctoral level in the field of Management, Finance, Economics, and Humanities. The duration of IIMK PhD course is 6 years. The table given below shows the IIM Kozhikode admission criteria for doctoral programmes.

IIM Kozhikode PhD Eligibility Criteria

Courses

Eligibility Criteria

Ph.D

Masters degree with minimum 55% score (50% in case of reserved category) + GRE/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF/IIMB Test.

IIM Kozhikode PhD Admission Process 2026

  • 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.

  • Based on their entrance score candidates are called for the area-specific test and personal interview. 

  • Students applying for Economics specialisation should clear a IIMK written test along with the interview.

  • Students will be selected on the basis of their past academic performance, written test and personal interview performance conducted by the Institute. 

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

Also See: IIM Kozhikode Cutoffs

Documents Required for IIM Kozhikode 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 size photographs.

  • Migration/Transfer certificate.

Note: Please note that Kozhikode, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, and New Delhi will be the locations for IIMK's Analytical Writing Tests and Personal Interviews. Candidates must select two cities on the CAT application form for both AWT and PI.

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IIM Kozhikode Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What exams do the students need to appear for IIM Kozhikode PGP-BL admission?

Candidates need to appear in GMAT/GRE or CAT and secure a valid score in order to secure admission in PGP-BL at Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode.

2: What is the eligibility criteria for IIM Kozhikode Post Graduate Programme in Business Leadership admission?

Graduates in any discipline with minimum 50% or equivalent CGPA along with minimum 3 years work experience after completion of graduation and valid GMAT/GRE/CAT score are eligible to apply for Post Graduate Programme in Business Leadership

Student Reviews for IIM Kozhikode

College Infrastructure: 4.5/5
Academics: 4.2/5
Placements: 3.9/5
Value for Money: 3.2/5
Campus Life: 4.5/5

Top tier college in India for management education

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Academics

Faculty are well qualified and knowledgeable case best teaching group projects internships etc are part of the Pedagogy The curriculum is considered up to date with electives in diverse areas There is emphasis on real world readiness learning environment is rigorous students report good support from professors

MBA from one of the top business

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Academics

Teachers at IIMK for the MBA program were well qualified and knowledgeable. The quality of the teaching offered at our college was good. The professors at the college were supportive and helpful to the students. Both permanent and guest faculty were available at the college. The course curriculum of the college was relevant. Semester exams at the college were not that tough to pass.

Top Class Facilities in the campus.

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Academics

The professors are well-versed with their subjects and are very helpful. They do not only guide you in for studies but will help you in your case competitions as well. Some teachers really know their way with the students and go beyond the normal classroom interaction. The MBA is a hectic course and one should only opt for it if he is sure of it. It is a value for money course and it makes an individual a great strategist, leader, and industry-ready.

Have a question related to IIM Kozhikode ?

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Is admit card for iimk bms test released or not. Yet, there is no llink th official site.?

Dear Candidate ,
Yes , the IIM Kozhikode BMS Aptitude Test admit card has been released , It became available on the IIMK official BMS webpage from June 13 , 2025 and it is live now.
You can download it by logging in with your user ID and Password from

Are IIM Kozhikode results out for 2025 batch. If yes how to check it?

The final results for the IIM Kozhikode PGP (Post Graduate Programme) batch of 2025-27 have been released.

According to the latest updates, IIM Kozhikode announced the final admission results, and candidates can now check their status on the official IIM Kozhikode website: iimk.ac.in .

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