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    IIM Visakhapatnam Admission Process

    IIM Visakhapatnam admissions are entrance-based. Students must have valid CAT scores for MBA/PGD admissions at IIM Vizag. The shortlisted candidates further participate in the interview round. IIM Visakhapatnam admission criteria for the EMBA course include a composite score of performance in the EMAT and Personal Interview (both conducted in online mode). 

    • Admissions at IIM Visakhapatnam are offered to programmes like MBA, EMBA, and PhD.
    • Entrance Exams Accepted by Indian Institute of Management VisakhapatnamCAT for PGP and MBA; EMAT/CAT/GRE/GMAT for EMBA; CAT/GRE/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF for PhD.
    • Personal interviews in offline mode will be conducted from March 08 to April 12, 2026 for IIM Visakhapatnam MBA admissions. 
    • PhD Admissions at IIM Visakhapatnam: Personal Interview is scheduled to be conducted in the 3rd week of April 2026.
    • IIM Vizag Executive PhD Admissions 2026: Round 1 Personal Interview is scheduled to be conducted in the 3rd week of April 2026, and Round 2 Personal Interview will be held in the 1st week and 2nd week of May 2026.
    • Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam Selection Criteria 2026: CAT+ Personal Interview for PGP admissions; EMAT/CAT/GRE/GMAT+ Personal Interview for EMBA admissions; IIMV Aptitude Test/CAT/GRE/GMAT+ Past academic performance for PGPMCI; MAST+ Personal Interview for PGDMEx admissions. 
    • GRE 2026 (Graduate Record Exam) will be conducted on April 20, 2026.

    IIM Vizag admissions to PhD courses are based on CAT/GRE/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF examination scores and past academic performance. Students must fulfil the eligibility criteria of IIM Visakhapatnam to apply for the courses. The IIM Visakhapatnam application process is done in online mode. 

    Also See: IIM Visakhapatnam Placements

    IIM Visakhapatnam Admissions 2026 Highlights

    IIM Visakhapatnam admissions are based on the marks obtained in the entrance examination. The table given below shows the entrance examinations accepted for IIM Visakhapatnam admission 2026.

    IIM Vizag Admission Criteria 2026

    ProgrammeSelection Criteria

    PGP

    CAT+ Personal Interview

    EMBA

    EMAT/ CAT/GRE/GMAT+ Personal Interview

    PGPMCI

    IIMV Aptitude Test/CAT/GRE/GMAT+ Past academic performance 

    EPGDPM

    Online Proctored Aptitude Test+ Personal Interview

    PGDMEx

    MAST+ Personal Interview

    PhD

    GMAT/GRE, CAT/GATE/ UGC-JRF (NET) score+ past academic performance+ interview

    Executive PhD

    Statement of Purpose (SOP)+ Previous academic qualifications+ interview

    How Can I Apply for IIM Visakhapatnam Admission?

    Fill out the Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam application form for admissions to the college. The IIM Visakhapatnam application process varies for PGP and PhD programmes.

    IIM Vizag Registrations 2026 

    CourseIIM Visakhapatnam Application Process

    PGP

    1. Pay the CAT application fees of Rs 2,600 for general category students and Rs 1,300 for SC/ST/PWD students.
    2. Apply for the PGP programme through the link provided by IIM Visakhapatnam.
    3. The details of shortlisted candidates will be released by the IIM Visakhapatnam on the official website.

    PGPEx

    1. Apply for the PGPEx programme through the application form released on the official website of IIM Visakhapatnam.

    2. Pay the application fees of Rs 1,000 (Rs 500 for NC-OBC and EWS candidates, no fees for SC/ST/PwD and Women candidates) and submit the application form.

    3. Selected candidates will be called for an interview process.
    eMBA
    1. Candidates can apply for IIM Visakhapatnam eMBA admissions through the application form released on the official website.
    2. Candidates are exempted from the EMAT examination if they have appeared for the CAT/GRE/GMAT examination.
    3. Pay the application fees of Rs 1,000.

    Ph.D

    1. Candidates must apply through the application form released on the official website of IIM Visakhapatnam.
    2. Upload the documents required and pay the application fees of Rs 500 (SC/ST/PwD/EWS/NC-OBS/Women/Transgender candidates are exempted from paying application fees).

    Also See: IIM Visakhapatnam Courses

    IIM Visakhapatnam Admissions 2026 for PG Courses

    IIM Visakhapatnam admission to its PG programme is done in the course of PGP in Management and its specialisations in the field of Behavioural Sciences, Economics, Finance & Accounting, Marketing, Quantitative Methods & Information Systems, Operations, Public Policy, and Strategy.

    IIM Visakhapatnam Eligibility Criteria for PG Courses

    ProgrammeSelection Criteria

    PGP

    Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks.

    CAT+ Personal Interview

    EMBA

    Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks. 

    EMAT/ CAT/GRE/GMAT+ Personal Interview

    PGPMCI

    UG: 2nd, 3rd, 4th Year B.Tech Students of PTIs

                                  (OR)

    PG: Any Semester M.Tech Students of PTIs

                                   (OR)

    Alumni: B.Tech/M.Tech graduates of the current year or previous year only, of all NITs and IIITs (irrespective of MoU status with IIMV).

    EPGDPM

    Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks

    Online Proctored Aptitude Test+ Personal Interview

    PGDMEx

    Bachelor's degree

    MAST+ Personal Interview

    IIM Visakhapatnam PGP Admissions 2026

    CAT scores followed by a personal interview are conducted for Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam PGP admissions. Students can chekc below admission dates and the admission process for the PGP programme below. 

    IIM Visakhapatnam PGP Admission Dates 2026

    EventDates

    Application Submission

    January 06 (17:00 hrs) – January 23, 2026 (17:00 hrs)

    Call for Personal Interview & 

    Acceptance of Interview Consent form

    February 02 – February 06, 2026

    Personal Interview

    March 08 – April 12, 2026 (Offline Mode)

    Admission Offers

    May 15, 2026

    IIM Vizag PGP Admission Process 2026

    • Students have to appear and qualify for the CAT examination.

    • IIM Visakhapatnam will declare the CAT cutoff percentage.

    • Students who meet the IIM Visakhapatnam admission criteria can fill out the application form on the official website of the institute.

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

    • Candidates will be shortlisted for IIM Visakhapatnam admissions based on the student's performance in the PI.

    • Candidates are allocated the seats 25% based on their CAT percentile, 48% based on their PI and 48% based on their work experience; the rest is past academic performance.

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

    Also See: IIM Visakhapatnam Cutoffs

    IIM Visakhapatnam EMBA Admissions 2026

    IIM Vizag EMBA admissions are based on CAT/GRE/GMAT scores. Students can check below details of Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam admission criteria for Executive MBA programmes. 

    IIM Visakhapatnam EMBA Admission Dates 2026

    ParticularsDate

    Application Open

    December 22, 2025

    Application Close 

    February 09, 2026

    EMAT

    February 14, 2026

    Interview

    February 15, 2026

    Result Declaration (Tentative)

    On or before

    February 20, 2026

    IIM Vizag EMBA Admission Process 2026

    • Students must meet the IIM Visakhapatnam eligibility criteria for the EMBA course.
    • Appear and qualify for the EMAT exam.
    • Students who may have appeared for CAT/GRE/GMAT and have a valid test score can be exempted from appearing in EMAT.
    • IIM Vizag admission to the EMBA programme is based on a composite score of performance in the EMAT and Personal Interview.
    • The final composite score for IIM Visakhapatnam EMBA admission process will be created based on a 47.5% weight to EMAT score, 47.5% weight to PI, and 5% will be awarded to Female and Transgender applicants for the institute’s commitment towards Gender diversity.

    IIM Visakhapatnam PGPMCI Admissions 2026

    IIMV Aptitude Test will be conducted on February 08, 2026 for PGPMCI admissions at IIM Vizag. Students can check the details of Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam admission dates and selection process below. 

    IIM Visakhapatnam PGPMCI Admission Dates 2026

    EventDates

    IIMV Aptitude Test

    February 08, 2026 (Online mode)

    Admissions Offers #

    (only for the candidates who opted for this in the application form)

    Mid-February, 2026 

    Inauguration of the Program (Virtual)

    2nd week of March, 2026

    Program Orientation (Virtual)

    2nd week of March, 2026

    Start of Term-1 Classes (Virtual)

    2nd week of March, 2026

    End of Module-1

    February, 2027

    Convocation for DBM (Module 1)

    April, 2027

    Start of Module-2

    June, 2027

    IIM Vizag PGPMCI Admission Process 2026

    • Eligible applicants are required to submit an online application form along with a Statement of Purpose (SoP) and the necessary supporting documents.
    • Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam, in collaboration with PTIs and/or a reputable third-party agency, will conduct a proctored online test to assess all the eligible participants.
    • Candidates who have a valid test score of either CAT/GRE/GMAT will be exempted from appearing in the PGPMCI Aptitude Test.
    • Final merit list is prepared based on IIMV Aptitude Test/CAT/GRE/GMAT and Past academic performance.

    IIM Visakhapatnam EPGDPM Admissions 2026

    Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam offers Executive Post-Graduate Diploma Program in Management (EPGDPM) admissions based on performance in online test and interview conducted by the college. Students can check details of IIM Visakhapatnam admission dates and selection process below. 

    IIM Visakhapatnam EPGDM Admission Dates 2026

    EventDates
    Application Submission#December 22 –  March 13, 2026
    Online Written Test#March 29, 2026 (Online Human Proctoring)
    Personal Interview#April 4th/5th , 2026
    Admission Offers#April 10, 2026

    IIM Vizag EPGDPM Admission Process 2026

    • Students will first be shortlisted based on their fulfilment of the basic eligibility criteria.
    • Shortlisted students will participate in an online selection process that includes an online test and a personal interview.
    • The final merit list will be prepared based on scores in the Online Aptitude Test (Proctor-based), the Online Personal Interview and evaluation of the Statement of Purpose (SoP).

    IIM Visakhapatnam PGDMEx Admissions 2026

    Post Graduate Diploma in Management for Executives (PGDMEx) is offered by Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam at PG level. Students can check step wise IIM Vizag PGDMEx selection process below.

    IIM Vizag PGDMEx Admission Process 2026

    • Eligible students must fill out online application form from official website. 
    • Shortlisted students must appear for the Management Aptitude and Skill Test (MAST) and Personal Interview (PI).
    • No other test scores (such as CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE, etc.) will be considered as a substitute for MAST.
    • Admission offers will be extended to candidates based on their composite scores, availability of seats, and satisfying any minimum cut-offs as determined by the Admissions Committee

    IIM Visakhapatnam PhD Admissions 2026

    At the doctoral level, IIM Visakhapatnam admissions are offered to a 4-year Ph.D programme. The Ph.D programme at IIM Visakhapatnam is offered in a full-time mode.

    IIM Visakhapatnam PhD Admission Dates 2026

    EventDates

    Application Submission

    17 Dec 2025 to 31 Jan 2026

    Personal Interview (offline)

    3rd week of April

    Admission Offers#

    1st week of May

    IIM Visakhapatnam 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.

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

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

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

    IIM Visakhapatnam Executive PhD Admissions 2026

    Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam offers Executive PhD programme of IIM Visakhapatnam is for individuals with work experience. Given below are details of the IIM Vizag Ex PhD admission dates and selection process.

    IIM Visakhapatnam Executive PhD Admission Dates 2026

    EventDate

    Application Submission

    17 Dec 2025 to 31 Jan 2026 (15:00) IST

    Round 1 Personal Interviews (Online)

    3rd week of April

    Round 2 Personal Interview (Online)

    1st week and 2nd week of May

    Admission Offer Letters

    3rd week of May

    IIM Visakhapatnam Executive PhD Admissions 2026

    • Students must meet eligibility criteria.
    • Fill out the application form on the official website. 
    • Shortlisted students must then attend an interview. 
    • Merit List will be prepared based on Personal Interview Score, Academic Qualification, Relevant Work Experience, professional accomplishments, and Research Statement of Purpose (SOP).

    Documents Required for IIM Visakhapatnam 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.

    Also See: IIM Visakhapatnam Facilities

    College Predictors

    The college predictors given above can be used to check the eligibility for admission to the college accepting these qualifying examinations.

    IIM Visakhapatnam Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: Is it necessary to appear for a personal interview for admission to the PGPEx course?

    Yes, students have to appear and qualify for the personal interview for the Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam admission to the PGPEx course.

    2: What is the IIM Visakhapatnam admission process of the PGPM course?

    Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam admission to the PGPM course will be done on the basis of the students' performance in CAT followed by a Personal Interview.

    3: Which entrance examination is accepted for the IIM Visakhapatnam Ph.D course?

    Scores of CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF(NET)/CSIR (NET) are accepted for Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam admission to the Ph.D course.

    4: Is IIM Visakhapatnam good for PGP?

    Yes, Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam is good for the PGP programme. The duration of the programme offered is 2 years. Candidates can check for their eligibility from the course page above.

    Student Reviews for IIM Visakhapatnam

    College Infrastructure: 4.4/5
    Academics: 4.5/5
    Placements: 4.3/5
    Value for Money: 4.3/5
    Campus Life: 4.6/5

    environment is a very good and nice place

    Academics

    1. I am enrolled in the Post Graduate Program in Management. The quality of teaching is good. 2. The curriculum is updated and in line with the recent developments in the field. Workshops are also conducted for students.

    Great experience, I love it

    Verified Review

    Academics

    Great and encouraging faculty , attendance is mandatory, quizzes,group submissions , mid term and end term exams, encouraging teachers, updated curriculum and as per IIM Bangalore curriculum pattern .

    Review for IIM Vizag (2025-27 Batch)

    Academics

    1. I am enrolled in the Post Graduate Program in Management. The quality of teaching is good. 2. The curriculum is updated and in line with the recent developments in the field. Workshops are also conducted for students.

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    Apr 01, 2026

    GRE 2026 (Graduate Record Exam) will be conducted on April 20, 2026.

    Mar 06, 2026

    Personal Interview for PhD admissions 2026 is scheduled to be conducted in the 3rd week of April 2026.

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