Important Dates – IIM Mumbai Forms

Form Start : 18th Oct 2023

Form End : 31st Jan 2024 * (tentative)

The decision to admit non-engineering graduates signifies IIM Mumbai’s commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity. This move opens doors for students with varied educational backgrounds, enriching the learning experience with diverse perspectives and skills.

IIM Mumbai’s redefined selection criteria also aligns with the changing landscape of business education. The emphasis on CAT scores ensures that candidates possess the necessary aptitude for the program, while the sectional cut-offs affirm a well-rounded skill set.

This holistic approach to admission ensures that IIM Mumbai continues to attract and nurture exceptional talent, irrespective of their educational background. It signifies a significant leap toward a more inclusive, competitive, and diverse student body.

Expected CAT %ile Predictor for IIM Mumbai MBA WAT/GD + Interview calls

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Criteria for shortlisting and final selection for the MBA Programme

Candidates will be shortlisted based on CAT 2023 score and other parameters like reservation category,
gender diversity, etc

Stage I: Minimum CAT percentile cut-offs along with sectional cut-offs to be considered for PI

In Stage I, candidates meeting the minimum requirements on both section-wise and overall percentiles in
CAT 2023 as given in Table 1 will be shortlisted for consideration in Stage II:

Table 1: Minimum Cut-offs of CAT-2023 Percentile Ranks

Category	VARC	LRDI	QA	Overall
Open	>=80	>=80	>=75	>=85
NC-OBC	>=70	>=65	>=65	>=75
EWS	>=70	>=65	>=65	>=75
SC	>=65	>=60	>=60	>=70
ST	>=55	>=55	>=55	>=65
PwD	>=45	>=45	>=45	>=55

Appropriate weightage in overall CAT score and sectional cut-offs shall be considered for gender diversity.
Please note that the actual section-wise and overall percentile cut-offs may be much higher than the abovementioned minimum percentiles as it will depend upon the number of candidates to be called for personal
interview (PI) in each category

Stage II: Shortlisting for Personal Interview (PI)

From the candidates satisfying the criteria of Stage-I, shortlisted candidates will be called for Personal
Interview (PI) based on their CAT-2023 score along with sectional cut offs considering their reservation
category and gender diversity.

Stage III: Criteria for Final Selection for the MBA Programme

For the candidates who have appeared for the PI, a composite score for final selection will be derived using
the parameters and the corresponding weights listed in Table 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7. This composite score will
be used for preparation of category-wise merit list.
For final selection process ‘Academic Performance & Work Experience Score (APWE Score)’ of an applicant
will be used. An applicant’s APWE score will be based on their percentage of marks obtained in the
10th standard, the 12th standard (depending upon the stream, viz., ‘Science’, ‘Commerce’ and ‘Arts &
Humanities’), the bachelor’s degree programme (depending upon the discipline) and work experience (as on
December 31, 2023) respectively. For details of academic disciplines, please refer to Table 6.

Rating Score for 10th Class (A)

10th Percentage	Score A
>=55	1
>=55 and <=60	2
>=60 and <=70	3
>=70 and <=80	5
>=80 and <=90	8
>90	10

10th Std Multiplication Factor = 0.7

Table 3: Rating Scores for the 12^th Std. Examination (Rating Score B)

Science Stream		Commerce Stream		Arts/Humanities Stream
Percent score in 12th  Std. Exam	Rating Score (B)	Percent score in 12th  Std. Exam	Rating Score (B)	Percent score in 12th  Std. Exam	Rating Score (B)
<= 55	1	<= 50	1	<= 45	1
> 55 and <= 60	2	> 50 and <= 55	2	> 45 and <= 50	2
> 60 and <= 70	3	> 55 and <= 65	3	> 50  and <= 60	3
> 70 and <= 80	5	> 65 and <= 75	5	> 60 and <= 70	5
> 80 and <= 90	8	> 75 and <= 90	8	> 70 and <= 85	8
> 90	10	> 90	10	>85	10

12th Std Multiplication Factor = 0.7

Table 4: Rating Scores for the Bachelor’s Degree Examination (Rating Score C)
 

AC-1			AC-2			AC-3
Percent score in Bachelor’s Degree	Rating Score C		Percent score in Professional courses	Rating Score C		Percent score in Bachelor’s Degree	Rating Score C
<= 55	1		<= 50	1		<= 55	1
> 55 and <= 60	2		> 50 and <= 53	2		> 55 and <= 60	2
> 60  and <= 62	3		> 53 and <= 55	3		> 60 and <= 65	3
> 62 and <= 65	5		> 55 and <= 57	5		> 65 and <= 70	5
> 65 and <= 70	8		> 57 and <= 63	8		> 70 and <= 80	8
> 70	10		> 63	10		> 80	10

AC-4 & AC-6			AC-5
Percent score in Bachelor’s Degree	Rating Score C		Percent score in Bachelor’s Degree	Rating Score C
<= 60	1		<= 50	1
> 60 and <= 65	2		> 50 and <= 55	2
> 65 and <= 70	3		> 55 and <= 60	3
> 70 and <= 75	5		> 60 and <= 65	5
> 75 and <= 85	8		> 65 and <= 75	8
> 85	10		> 75	10

Table 5: Rating Scores for Work Experience (Rating Score D)

Work Experience in Month (as filled in the CAT Application Form)	Rating Score D
< 12 months	0
>= 12 and <= 36 months	MF * (number of months of work experience – 11)
> 36 months	5
Work-experience Multiplication Factor (MF) = 0.20

Academic Performance & Work Experience Score: AR= [0.70(A+B+C)+ 0.20D]

Notes about the marks obtained:

1. Percentages of marks of an applicant who is yet to complete the bachelor’s degree will be computed
   based on their available marks.
2. For a candidate having cleared CA/ICWA/CS or Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries of India (FIAI) of
   without having a bachelor’s degree, the aggregate final percentage of marks of all the levels
   examinations obtained and as entered in the IIM Mumbai application form would be treated as their
   available marks.
3. For computing the APWE score of an applicant, scores in all subjects that appear in their marks-sheet
   of 10th and 12th Std. examinations will be considered irrespective of whether the board considers
   them for calculating the percentage.
4. For the bachelor’s degree, the percentage of marks awarded by the candidate’s institution/university
   will be treated as final. If the institution/university does not award the percentage of marks, it will
   be calculated on the basis of the marks obtained in all the subjects listed in the marks-sheet.
5. For the bachelor’s degree, if the percentage of marks awarded by the candidate’s
   institution/university does not take into account marks obtained in all the subjects as mentioned in
   the marks-sheet(s) for all the years, the candidates must produce a certificate from the
   principal/head of the department/registrar/director of the institution/university certifying details of
   the practice at the institution/university at the time of the interview, if shortlisted for the same.
6. If any board/institution/university awards only letter grades without providing an equivalent
   percentage of marks on the grade-sheet, the candidate should obtain a certificate from the
   board/institution/university specifying the equivalent marks which should be used for filling the
   online IIM Mumbai application form. The original equivalence certificate needs to be submitted at
   the time of interview, if shortlisted for the same.
7. For candidates having undergone/completed an integrated master’s degree or dual degree directly
   after their 12th/HSC, the percentage of marks obtained as per their institute/university norms which
   is considered as equivalent to bachelor’s degree will be considered. For those undergoing (yet to
   complete) an integrated master’s degree or a dual degree directly after their 12th/HSC, the
   percentage of marks, similarly obtained, for the years/semesters completed till the date of
   application for CAT will be considered.
8. In the event of specific guidelines being issued by the Government of India, IIM Mumbai reserves the
   right to, depending on the nature of the guidelines, continue with its PI as stated above OR use an
   alternative selection procedure which may include calling for additional information from the
   shortlisted candidates, a supplementary test or any other suitable process/mechanism. Care will be
   taken to ensure that candidates are not put to undue inconvenience

In Conclusion

IIM Mumbai’s announcement of its selection criteria for the 2024-2026 PGP batch is a monumental step forward in Indian business education. With a greater emphasis on CAT scores, clear-cut minimum and sectional cut-offs, and the inclusion of non-engineering graduates, it reflects the institute’s commitment to excellence and diversity.

For aspiring MBA students, this new selection criteria presents an opportunity to showcase their abilities and skills, regardless of their academic background. It sets a benchmark for excellence, offering a level playing field for all applicants and creating a dynamic and inclusive learning environment.

IIM Mumbai’s journey from NITIE to a more inclusive IIM represents a transformative shift that aligns with the evolving needs of the business world. It’s a testament to the institution’s commitment to shaping leaders who are not only academically proficient but also diverse in their experiences and perspectives.