IIM Kozhikode Course Admission 2025: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria
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01 Aug, 2025 CAT 2025 Registration has started for MBA/ PGDM admission. Aspirants can register @iimcat.ac.in upto September 13, 2025. CAT 2025 is scheduled for November 30, 2025. For more details, click here.
IIM Kozhikode MBA Admission are based on CAT score and Personal Interview. Along with this, a higher weightage to academics and diversity, and lower weightage to CAT score will be highlights of PGP Shortlisting Process in 2025. The MBA selection criteria will remain the same, where WAT is included and the interview may be conducted in physical mode. PGP-BL, PGP-LSM, PGP-Finance Admissions are based on CAT/GRE/GMAT score followed by PI.
IIM Kozhikode offers Executive MBA Program at their Kochi Campus. Candidates seeking admission to this program will be shortlisted on the basis of Education Qualification, Academic Performance, Quality of Work Experience, and Performance in EMAT exam conducted by IIM Kozhikode. Candidates having a valid GRE / GMAT / CAT Score may be exempted from taking the EMAT Exam.
At the Doctoral level, IIM Kozhikode offers DPM or PhD and PhD (Practice Track). Admission to PhD is done through a valid score of CAT / GMAT / GRE / GATE / UGC-NET (CSIR/JRF) / IIMB Test. Admission to PhD (Practice Track) is based on the profile of the candidate. The final selection to both the Doctoral program is based on performance in PI round.
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IIM Kozhikode PGP Admission 2025
The IIM Kozhikode PGP admissions include the following stages:
| Admission Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| CAT Registration | Interested candidates will have to register for CAT and also apply to IIM Kozhikode in the same application. |
| CAT Exam | The applicants will have to appear for the CAT exam. |
| IIM Kozhikode Registration | The candidates who have scored above the minimum cut-off in CAT will receive an email to register for IIM Kozhikode. |
| Shortlist for PI | The candidates who have registered will be shortlisted based on Aggregate Index Score (AIS), which is calculated based on CAT score, academic qualifications, work experience, gender diversity, and academic diversity. |
| PI + WAT Process | The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for WAT and personal interviews. |
| Final Merit List | The final merit list will be prepared category-wise, based on the performance of the candidates in CAT, PI, WAT, and resumes. |
IIM Kozhikode PGP Important Dates
| Events | Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| IIM Kozhikode WAT PI Registrations | January 4 – 9, 2025 |
| IIM Kozhikode Shortlist Announcement for WAT-PI | January 25, 2025 |
| Final Selection (WAT-PI) round Start | First/ Second Week of February 2025 |
| Final Admission Offer | May 6, 2025 |
IIM Kozhikode PGP Selection Criteria
IIM Kozhikode selects the candidates to its PGP program through 3 stages, explained in the sections below:
IIM Kozhikode PGP Selection Criteria: Minimum Eligibility
The candidates who have fulfilled the minimum criteria that includes the minimum percentage in 10th and 12th and CAT exam will be sent a link to register to IIM Kozhikode. The Candidate's minimum eligibility criteria for the round 1 shortlist are mentioned below:
| Category | Overall Percentile | Sectional Percentile | Class 10th Percentage | Class 12th Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEN | 85 | 75 | 60 | 60 |
| NC-OBC/ EWS | 75 | 65 | 60 | 60 |
| SC | 65 | 55 | 55 | 55 |
| ST/ PwD | 55 | 45 | 55 | 55 |
IIM Kozhikode PGP Selection Criteria: Shortlisting for WAT and PI
The candidates who have registered for IIM Kozhikode in stage 1 will be shortlisted for the Written Aptitude Test (WAT) and Personal Interview. The shortlisting of the candidates in each category will be done on the basis of an Aggregate Index Score (AIS). The AIS is calculated based on the performance of the candidates in CAT 2024, academic qualification, gender diversity, academic diversity, and work experience. The weightage of all the components considered to measure the AIS is mentioned in the table below:
| Components | Weight |
|---|---|
| CAT 2024 Index Score | 45% |
| Class X Percentage Score | 25% |
| Class XII Percentage Score | 15% |
| Gender / Academic Diversity Score | 10% / 5% |
| Work Experience Score | 5% |
IIM Kozhikode PGP Selection Criteria: Final Selection
- The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for WAT-PI process, where the candidates will be required to write an essay, followed by a personal interview.
- Based on the quality of academics and professional qualifications, the candidates will be given a resume score that will be used in the final selection.
- The final scores will be calculated based on the candidate's performance in CAT 2024, PI, WAT, and resume scores.
The weightage of all the components considered for calculating the final score is mentioned in the table below:
| Component | Weight |
|---|---|
| CAT 2024 Index Score | 35% |
| PI Score | 35% |
| WAT Score | 20% |
| Resume Score | 10% |
IIM Kozhikode PGP Admission: How to Apply?
- Interested candidates will have to visit the official website of CAT or www.iimcat.ac.in.
- They will have to register themselves and fill out the application form with all the personal, academic, and professional details.
- In the same form, they will have to select IIM Kozhikode as one of their IIM preferences.
- Once they have completed the application form, they can submit it and pay the application fee.
IIM Kozhikode PGP-Finance Admission 2025
| Admission Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Registration | The eligible candidates can register online for the PGP- Finance program of IIM Kozhikode. |
| Shortlist for PI | The applicants will be shortlisted based on their Aggregate Index score, which will be calculated through performance in CAT/ GATE/ GRE, academic performance, work experience, suitability score, and gender score. |
| WAT-PI Process | The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for a Written Ability Test and Personal Interview, conducted on the same day. |
| Admission Offer | A category-wise merit list will be prepared based on the candidate's performance in aptitude tests, PI, WAT, work experience, and suitability, and the admission offer is sent to the selected candidates. |
IIM Kozhikode PGP-Finance Important Dates 2025
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | March 15, 2025 (Tentative) |
| Last date for submission of Application | March 24, 2025 (Tentative) |
| Interview Shortlist | April 03, 2025 (Tentative) |
| Interview Commences | April 17, 2025 (Tentative) |
| Declaration of Results | May 12, 2025 (Tentative) |
IIM Kozhikode PGP Finance Highlights 2023 - 25
At IIM Kozhikode, the minimum CAT percentile for the 2023-25 batch was 89.06 percentile. A total of 106320 general category candidates selected IIM Kozhikode as their CAT preference, of which 486 were shortlisted for PI WAT round and 92 received the final offer.
| Particulars | No. of Candidates Selected IIM Kozhikode PGP Finance | Candidates Selected for WAT/PI | No. of Students With Final Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 106320 | 486 | 92 |
| EWS | 8168 | 120 | 12 |
| NC-OBC | 28887 | 324 | 60 |
| SC | 12866 | 191 | 40 |
| ST | 3240 | 57 | 12 |
| PWD | 656 | 22 | 13 |
The following table represents the Cutoff Stats for which admission offers were made to the 2023 – 25 batch:
| Particulars | Minimum CAT Percentile | Composite Score for WAT/PI Shortlist | Lowest Composite Score | Highest Composite Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 89.06 | 46.7 | 47.7 | 68.3 |
| EWS | 86.4 | 39.2 | 45.6 | 54 |
| NC-OBC | 83.06 | 38.5 | 36.5 | 55 |
| SC | 72.11 | 27.6 | 23 | 58.5 |
| ST | 72.65 | 7.2 | 10.2 | 45.2 |
| PWD | 80.26 | 22.4 | 13.2 | 49.1 |
The following table represents the wailtist movement for the batch 2023-25:
| Category | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| General | 92 |
| EWS | 12 |
| NC-OBC | 60 |
| SC | 40 |
| ST | 12 |
| PwD | 13 |
The following table represents the class compostion for the batch 2023-25:
| Category | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| General | 21 |
| EWS | 4 |
| NC-OBC | 12 |
| SC | 7 |
| ST | 3 |
| PwD | 2 |
IIM Kozhikode PGP-Finance Selection Criteria
IIM Kozhikode selects the candidates for its PGP-Finance program through 3 stages of the selection process, explained in the sections below:
IIM Kozhikode PGP-Finance Selection Criteria: Minimum Eligibility
The candidates who have fulfilled the PGP-Finance eligibility criteria of IIM Kozhikode can register for the program. The minimum eligibility criteria for the round 1 shortlist is mentioned below:
| Category | CAT/ GRE/ GMAT Sectional Percentile | Class 10th Percentage | Class 12th Percentage | Graduation Percentage | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QA | DILR | VARC | ||||
| GEN | 85 | 80 | 70 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| NC-OBC/ EWS | 75 | 70 | 65 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| SC | 65 | 60 | 60 | 55 | 55 | 60 |
| ST/ PwD | 60 | 55 | 55 | 55 | 55 | 60 |
IIM Kozhikode PGP-Finance Selection Criteria: Shortlisting for WAT and PI
The candidates who have registered to IIM Kozhikode PGP-Finance will be shortlisted for the WAT and PI, based on the Aggregate Index Score (AIS). The AIS will be calculated through various factors and the weightage of all these factors is mentioned below:
| Components | Weight |
|---|---|
| Scaled Sectional Score for the Quantitative Section of the Eligibility Exam | 20% |
| Scaled Sectional Score for the DI Section of the Eligibility Exam | 20% |
| Class X Percentage Score | 10% |
| Class XII Percentage Score | 15% |
| Work Experience Score | 10% |
| PGP-F Suitability Score | 20% |
| Gender Diversity Score | 5% |
IIM Kozhikode PGP-Finance Selection Criteria: Final Score
After the WAT and PI process, the final scores of the candidates will be calculated based on PI, WAT, the performance in eligibility examination, work experience score, the PGPF suitability score. The weightage of all the components is mentioned in the table below:
| Components | Weight |
|---|---|
| PI Score | 35% |
| WAT Score | 10% |
| Scaled Sectional Score for the Quantitative Section of the Eligibility Exam | 15% |
| Scaled Sectional Score for DI Section of the Eligibility Exam | 15% |
| Work Experience Score | 10% |
| PGP-F Suitability Score | 15% |
IIM Kozhikode PGP-Finance Admission: How to Apply?
The eligible candidates can register for PGP-Finance at https://forms.iimk.ac.in/academics/regformfinlsm2023/PDFstage1/finlogin.php.
IIM Kozhikode PGP-LSM Admission 2025
| Admission Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Registration | Those who fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria can register online for the PGP-LSM program of IIM Kozhikode. |
| Shortlist for PI | The applicants will be shortlisted based on their Aggregate Index score (AIS), which will be calculated through performance in CAT/ GMAT/ GRE, academic performance, work experience, academic diversity score, and gender diversity score. |
| WAT-PI Process | The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for a Written Ability Test and Personal Interview on the same day. |
| Admission Offer | A category-wise merit list will be prepared based on the candidate's AIS score (calculated earlier), and performance in PI and WAT, and the admission offer will be sent to the selected candidates. |
IIM Kozhikode PGP-LSM Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | Ongoing |
| Last date for submission of Application | TBA |
| Shortlist for Interview | March 08, 2025 (Tentative) |
| Interview Commences | March 20, 2025 (Tentative) |
| Declaration of Results | May 12, 2025 (Tentative) |
IIM Kozhikode PGP – LSM Highlights 2023 – 25
At IIM Kozhikode, the minimum CAT percentile for the 2023-25 batch was 86.35 percentile. A total of 98553 general category candidates selected IIM Kozhikode PGP LSM as their CAT preference, of which 487 were shortlisted for PI WAT round and 70 received the final offer.
| Particulars | No. of Candidates Selected IIM Kozhikode PGP LSM | Candidates Selected for WAT/PI | No. of Students With Final Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | 98553 | 487 | 70 |
| EWS | 7846 | 120 | 23 |
| NC-OBC | 27520 | 324 | 45 |
| SC | 12052 | 183 | 41 |
| ST | 3010 | 68 | 12 |
| PWD | 612 | 19 | 13 |
The following table represents the IIM Kozhikode PGP LSM Cutoff Stats for which admission offers were made to the 2023 – 25 batch:
| Particulars | Minimum CAT Percentile | Composite Score for WAT/PI Shortlist | Lowest Composite Score | Highest Composite Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 86.35 | 63.7 | 65.4 | 83.4 |
| EWS | 80.45 | 57.4 | 56 | 80.2 |
| NC-OBC | 81.86 | 55.7 | 56.2 | 73 |
| SC | 74.04 | 46.5 | 40.3 | 68.4 |
| ST | 69.27 | 30 | 28.5 | 80 |
| PWD | 87.3 | 42.3 | 27.1 | 67.6 |
The following table represents the waitlist movement for the batch 2023 – 25:
| Category | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| General | 70 |
| EWS | 23 |
| NC-OBC | 45 |
| SC | 41 |
| ST | 12 |
| PwD | 13 |
The following table represents the class composition of PGP LSM batch of 2023-25 at IIM Kozhikode:
| Category | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| General | 22 |
| EWS | 4 |
| NC-OBC | 13 |
| SC | 7 |
| ST | 4 |
| PwD | 0 |
IIM Kozhikode PGP-LSM Selection Criteria
IIM Kozhikode considers a three-staged selection process for its admissions to the PGP-LSM program for batch 2024-26. The details of the three stages are given below:
IIM Kozhikode PGP-LSM Selection Criteria: Eligibility Criteria
The candidates who fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria will register for the IIM Kozhikode PGP-LSM program. The minimum eligibility for the first shortlist is mentioned in the table below:
| Category | CAT/ GMAT/ GRE Overall Percentile | Verbal Section Percentile | Reasoning Section Percentile | Other Section Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEN | 80 | 80 | 80 | 60 |
| NC-OBC/ EWS | 70 | 70 | 70 | 60 |
| SC | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| ST/ PwD | 55 | 55 | 55 | 55 |
IIM Kozhikode PGP-LSM Selection Criteria: Shortlisting for WAT and PI
The candidates who have successfully completed the registration process in stage 1 will be shortlisted for the personal interview based on the Aggregate Index Score (AIS). The factors considered in AIS and their weightage are mentioned in the table below:
| Components | Weight |
|---|---|
| Verbal and Reasoning Sections Scaled Score | 40% |
| Class X Percentage Score | 20% |
| Class XII Percentage Score | 20% |
| Academic Diversity Score | 10% |
| Gender Diversity Score | 5% |
| Work Experience Score | %5 |
IIM Kozhikode PGP-LSM Selection Criteria: Final Score
- The shortlisted candidates will be called for the WAT-PI process, where they will have to write an essay on the given topic and then attend the personal interview session on the same day.
- Then the final scores will be calculated based on the factors like the AIS score (calculated in stage 2), WAT, and PI Score. The weightage of all these components is mentioned below:
| Component | Weight |
|---|---|
| AIS Score (Computed in Stage 2) | 40% |
| WAT Score | 20% |
| PI Score | 40% |
IIM Kozhikode PGP-LSM Admission: How to Apply?
The eligible candidates can register online for the PGP-LSM program at the following link: https://forms.iimk.ac.in/academics/pgplsm/admissionpackage2023/PDFstage2/.
IIM Kozhikode PGP-BL Admission 2025
| Admission Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Registration | The candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria are required to register for the IIM Kozhikode PGP-BL program. |
| Submission of Personal Statement | The candidates who have registered for the program will have to submit a personal statement that includes a Statement of Goals, and an Alternative Resume Essay. |
| Shortlist for PI | The candidates will be shortlisted for PI based on GMAT/ GRE scores and their personal statements. |
| Personal Interview | The personal interview will be conducted online or offline. The tentative offline venues are Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, IIM Kozhikode campus, Dubai, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. |
| Admission Offer | The candidates who are selected will be sent an admission offer to be accepted within the given time period. |
IIM Kozhikode PGP-BL Important Dates
| Activity | Phase 1 (Tentative) | Phase 2 (Tentative) | Phase 3 (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Opens | May, 2024 | July 01, 2024 | September 01, 2024 |
| Last date for submission of Application | June 30, 2024 | August 31, 2024 | November 20, 2024 |
| Personal Interview | July 29 - 30, 2024 | October 7 - 8, 2025 | December 09 - 10, 2024 |
| Last date of Withdrawal | February 20, 2025 | February 20, 2025 | February 20, 2025 |
| Class Commence | April 01, 2025 | ||
IIM Kozhikode PGP-BL Selection Criteria
The candidates are shortlisted for the personal interview based on their GMAT/ GRE scores and their personal statement. The final selection will be based on their performance in the personal interview.
IIM Kozhikode PGP-BL Admissions: How to Apply?
- The candidates will have to register themselves at the official webiste and verify their email addresses. Click Here to Apply
- Then they can fill out the application form with all the details and upload the required documents.
- Then they can pay the application fee and submit their application form.
IIM Kozhikode EPGP Admission 2024
| Admission Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Registration | Interested candidates will have to register themselves for the Executive PGP program. |
| EMAT | The applicants who have not appeared for GMAT/ GRE will have to take the EMAT test. |
| Entrance Exam/ Personal Interview | The candidates will be shortlisted for Entrance Exam or a Personal Interview. |
| Admission Offer | The selected candidates will receive an admission offer. |
IIM Kozhikode EPGP Important Dates
| EPGP Working Professional Events | Phase 1 Dates | Phase 2 Dates |
| Online Application Starts | May 06, 2024 | May 06, 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | June 30, 2024 | August 12, 2024 |
| EMAT | July 06, 13, 27, 2024 | September 07, 21, 28, 2024 |
| Interview | July 13, 14, 20, 21, 2024 and optional July 27 & 28, 2024 | September 21, 22, 28 & 29, 2024 |
| Offer Release to Shortlist Candidates | August 20, 2024 | October 18, 2024 |
| Last Date for Offer Acceptance by paying the confirmation fee | September 16, 2024 | October 25, 2024 |
| Due date of First Installment Payment | November 13, 2024 | |
| Registration Date | December 02 & 07, 2024 | |
| Batch Inauguration | December 08, 2024 | |
IIM Kozhikode EPGP Selection Criteria
The applicants are shortlisted for the entrance test/ personal interview based on their performance in GMAT/ GRE/ EMAT. Then the final selection of the candidates is based on parameters like educational qualification and academic performance, quality of work experience, statement of purpose, and performance in the entrance exam/ personal interview.
IIM Kozhikode EPGP Admission: How to Apply?
- The candidates will have to register themselves at https://epgpkochi.iimk.ac.in/ and verify their email addresses.
- Then they can fill out the application form with all the details and upload the required documents.
- Then they can pay the application fee and submit their application form.
IIM Kozhikode PhD Admission 2025
| Admission Test | Description |
|---|---|
| Registration | The candidates who are eligible can fill out the application form for PhD, available on the IIM Kozhikode website. |
| IIMB Test | The applicants who have not appeared for CAT, GMAT, GRE, or GATE, will have to take the IIMB Test. |
| Interview | The shortlisted candidates will be called for the personal interview round. |
| Admission Offer | The selected candidates will receive an admission offer that needs to be accepted within the given time. |
IIM Kozhikode PhD Important Dates
| Event | Date (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Online application Availability | November 28, 2024 |
| Last date for submission of Online Application | February 5, 2025 |
| Interview Dates | April 17 - 21, 2025 |
IIM Kozhikode PhD Selection Criteria
The candidates are shortlisted based on their academic performance, Qualifying examination scores and Research Proposal and are invited for a Personal Interview. The minimum cut-off for the CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE, and IIMB Test is mentioned in the table below:
| Category | CAT/ GMAT/ GRE/ GATE/ IIMB Test Cut-off |
|---|---|
| General | 60 |
| NC-OBC/ EWS | 55 |
| ST/ SC/ PwD | 50 |
IIM Kozhikode PhD Admission: How to Apply?
- The candidates can fill out the online application form available on the IIM Kozhikode website. They can apply to a maximum of two areas of specialization.
- The candidates will have to upload scanned copies of all academic mark sheets, qualifying examination scorecards, category certificates, and research proposals.
- The application fee is INR 1,000 and if the candidate is applying for IIMB Test, then an additional INR 1,000 will be charged.
IIM Kozhikode Admission: Exams Accepted
| Courses | Exams Accepted |
|---|---|
| PGP | CAT |
| PGP-Finance | CAT, GMAT. or GRE |
| PGP-LSM | CAT, GMAT. or GRE |
| PGP-BL | GMAT or GRE |
| EPGP | GMAT, GRE, or EMAT |
| PhD | CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE, or IIMB Test. |
FAQs
Ques. What CAT percentile is required for admission into IIM Kozhikode MBA?
Ans. The CAT cut-off for IIM Kozhikode is overall 85 percentile and sectional 75 percentile
Ques. Does IIM Kozhikode consider 12th marks for MBA admission?
Ans. Yes, the candidates who have appeared for CAT will only be sent the registration link for the MBA program, if they have above 60% marks in the 12th class examination.
Ques. What are the fees for IIM Kozhikode MBA?
Ans. IIM Kozhikode's fee for the two-year MBA program is INR 20,50,000.
Ques. Can I get IIM Kozhikode with 95 percentile in CAT?
Ans. The minimum CAT cut-off for IIM Kozhikode is the overall 85 percentile. So if the candidates have scored 60% marks in both 10th and 12th, then they have a high chance of making it to IIM Kozhikode.
Ques. Does IIM Kozhikode consider 10th Marks?
Ans. Yes, IIM Kozhikode considers 10th marks for admission into the MBA program. The candidates should have 10th marks above 60% to be able to apply for the MBA program. Also, the 10th mark is considered in the selection process.
Ques. Can I join IIM Kozhikode without CAT?
Ans. For the flagship MBA at IIM Kozhikode, it is mandatory to have appeared for CAT. But if the candidates are applying for PGP-Finance, PGP-LSM, or PGP-LB, then they can also appear for GMAT or GRE.
Ques. How can I get selected for IIM Kozhikode?
Ans. The candidates need to appear for the CAT exam and clear the minimum cut-off to get shortlisted for PI. Then they will be selected based on multiple factors that include CAT, PI, WAT, and resumes.
Ques. Can I join PGP-LSM at IIM Kozhikode while working full-time?
Ans. No, PGP-LSM is a full-time postgraduate program at IIM Kozhikode. All students must stay on campus for the entire duration of the program. Part-time study is not allowed for this program.
Ques. What is the PGP-F suitability score at IIM Kozhikode?
Ans. PGP-F Suitability Score is a component in the PGP Finance programs admission process of IIM Kozhikode. This component has 20 points in stage 2 PI shortlisting and 15% weight in the final selection. Candidates with possess a certification that is suitable for PGP-Finace programs are given this score based on the level of the certificates i.e CA-Inter (1st Group cleared), CFA Level-1/FRM Level-1, CA-Inter (Both Groups cleared), CA-Final (1st Group cleared), CFA Level-2/FRM Level-2, CA-Final (Both Groups cleared), and CFA Level-3.
Ques. How many interview rounds are conducted for PGP-BL at IIm Kozhikode?
Ans. IIMK usually conducts PGP-BL interviews in 2 phases. The phase-wise PI schedule dates are informed to the candidates via mail only to those who are shortlisted for it. Candidates applying for PGP BL programs are suggested to visit the official website regularly and mail for regular updates.
Ques. Is the IIMB Test score valid for IIM Kozhikode Ph.D. admissions?
Ans. Yes, the IIMB score of the Ph.D entrance test is valid for the IIMK Ph.D admission process. Candidates not having a valid score in CAT, GMAT, GRE, UGC/CSIR JRF, and GATE tests need to apply for IIM B to fulfill the admission criteria.
Ques. What is the minimum work experience required for PGP-BL at IIM Kozhikode?
Ans. Candidates opting for the PGP-BL program at IIM Kozhikode should have a minimum of 3 years of work experience. Any work experience prior to completion of graduation will not be considered an experience.
Ques. What are the factors considered for the final selection of an MBA at IIM Kozhikode?
Ans. The overall Cutoff of IIM Kozhikode does not only take the CAT score into account but also the marks of 10th and 12th. Candidates will be shortlisted based on their CAT scores, previous academic records, personal interviews, and other factors.
Ques. What is the eligibility for IIM Kozhikode PGP-BL?
Ans. The candidates who have a bachelor’s or a master’s degree with a minimum aggregate of 60% and 3 years of relevant work experience are eligible to apply for this program.
Ques. How many admission cycles are there for IIM Kozhikode PGP-BL admission?
Ans. There are 3 admission cycles for IIM Kozhikode PGP-BL admission. Cycle 1 starts in May, cycle 2 starts in July, and the last cycle starts in September.
Ques. What is the selection process for IIM Kozhikode PGP-BL?
Ans. IIM Kozhikode accepts a 3 stage process to select students for the PGP-BL program.
- Stage 1 is the submission of the application form
- Stage 2 is the submission of a Statement of Goals and an Alternative Essay
- Stage 3 is the Personal Interview
Ques. What is the structure of EMAT conducted by IIM Kozhikode?
Ans. EMAT is similar to CAT and GMAT. It will have a total of 60 questions on logical reasoning, data interpretation, and verbal skills. It will be a 1-hour test and will have no negative marking.
Ques. Is there an upper age limit for applying to EPGP at IIM Kozhikode?
Ans. No, there is no age limit for applying to EPGP at IIM Kozhikode.
Important Updates
IIM Kozhikode Fees & Eligibility
| Course | Fees | Eligibility | Application Date | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PGPM 2 Courses | ₹11.75 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | Graduation with 60% + CAT | 12 June - 20 Nov 2025 | |
| ₹43.5 Lakhs (Total Fees) | Graduation + CAT | 12 June - 20 Nov 2025 | ||
| ₹9.5 Lakhs (Total Fees) | Post Graduation + UGC-NET | 22 Nov - 05 Feb 2025 | ||
| ₹23.5 Lakhs (Total Fees) | Graduation with 60% + CAT | 12 June - 20 Nov 2025 | ||
PG Program 7 Courses | ₹11.75 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | Graduation with 60% + CAT | 12 June - 20 Nov 2025 | |
| ₹2 Lakhs (Total Fees) | Graduation | 6 Mar 2025 | ||
| ₹50,000 (Total Fees) | Graduation | 5 May - 31 Dec 2025 | ||
| ₹7.47 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 + IIMK BMS AT | 22 Apr - 26 May 2025 |
| Course | Fees | Eligibility | Application Date | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ₹16.07 Lakhs (Total Fees) | Graduation with 50% | - | ||
| ₹9.5 Lakhs (Total Fees) | - | 22 Nov - 05 Feb 2025 | ||
| ₹7.6 Lakhs (Total Fees) | Graduation with 50% + DMAT | 10 Apr 2025 |
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| Personal Interaction Dates for Phase 1 Admission [PGP BL] | Upcoming Aug 09, 2025 - Aug 10, 2025 |
| Application Dates for Phase 2 Admission [PGP BL] | Ongoing Jul 25, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025 |
| CAT Registration | Ongoing Aug 01, 2025 - Sep 13, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Application Dates for Admission [MBA] | Ongoing Aug 01, 2025 - Sep 13, 2025 |
| Personal Interaction Dates for Phase 2 Admission [PGP BL] | Sep 27, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025 |
| CAT Admit Card | Nov 05, 2025 |
| Admission Timeline [PGP BL] | Ongoing Jun 12, 2025 - Nov 20, 2025 |
| Application Dates for Phase 3 Admission [PGP BL] | Sep 01, 2025 - Nov 20, 2025 |
| CAT Exam Date | Tentative Nov 30, 2025 |
| Personal Interaction Dates for Phase 3 Admission [PGP BL] | Dec 20, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025 |
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| Application Dates for Phase 1 Admission [PGP BL] | Jun 12, 2025 - Jul 15, 2025 |
| Classes start for the 2025 session [PGP-BL]. | Apr 01, 2025 |
| Final withdrawal date for all phases of Admission 2025 [PGP-BL]. | Feb 20, 2025 |
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| CAT Exam Date | Tentative Nov 30, 2025 |
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| Interview Dates for Admission 2025 [Ph.D] (Management-Practice Track) | May 13, 2025 - May 16, 2025 |
| Interview Dates for Admission 2025 [Ph.D] (Management) | Apr 15, 2025 - Apr 19, 2025 |
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| Application Timeline for [FDP] | Ongoing May 05, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 |
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| Personal Interaction Dates for Phase 1 Admission [PGP BL] | Upcoming Aug 09, 2025 - Aug 10, 2025 |
| Application Dates for Phase 2 Admission [PGP BL] | Ongoing Jul 25, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Application Dates for Admission [MBA] | Ongoing Aug 01, 2025 - Sep 13, 2025 |
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| Personal Interaction Dates for Phase 2 Admission [PGP BL] | Sep 27, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025 |
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| Application Dates for Phase 3 Admission [PGP BL] | Sep 01, 2025 - Nov 20, 2025 |
| Admission Timeline [PGP BL] | Ongoing Jun 12, 2025 - Nov 20, 2025 |
| CAT Exam Date | Tentative Nov 30, 2025 |
| Personal Interaction Dates for Phase 3 Admission [PGP BL] | Dec 20, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025 |
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| EMAT results | Jul 20, 2025 |
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IIM Kozhikode: 9 Answered Questions
What are my chances of getting into IIM Kozhikode, with 90 percentile in the CAT if I'm a female OBC fresher engineer hailing from Kozhikode?
To get into IIM Kozhikode, a percentage of atleast 95 is preferable. Being from Kozhikode won’t be of much help.
One major piece of advice to you if you are a fresher is to indulge yourself in extracurricular activities. Get extra certificates through internships or part-time jobs. Paid courses that offer certificates will also be helpful. All this will help you in the GD-Pi process and you're likely to convert your call.
What’s the minimum percentage required for admission in IIM Indore and Kozhikode?
Depending on the candidate's profile, an IIM callback minimum percentile may apply. In addition to CAT exam results, a number of other factors, including academic standing, work history, professional certifications, gender diversity, and others, are taken into consideration during the top IIMs' admissions process. Each IIM has a different approach to how much importance it places on prior academic performance. IIM Indore, for instance, places a lot of emphasis on performance in the 10th and 12th grades.
- At IIM Kozhikode:
Three steps make up the IIMK admissions process:
- Stage 1 requires Minimum qualifications.
- Shortlist for Stage 2's Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI)
- The Third Stage is the Final Selection.
- At IIM Indore:
People who consistently perform well in school are known to receive rewards from IIM Indore (especially in 10th and 12th). There are three stages to the IIM Indore admissions process:
- Stage 1 is the Requirements for Eligibility
- Shortlisting for the Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview at Stage 2 (PI)
- Final Selection at Stage Three.
This is a general overview of the IIM Indore and Kozhikode admissions process.
How do I make sure to get admission at IIM Kozhikode provided I have a profile of X-91, XII-89, B.Tech (EEE)-65, and also a GEM fresher?
IIM Kozhikode evaluates your academic accomplishments in this manner- 75% for CAT score, 20% for class 12th score, and 5% for academic diversity.
You have an average academic performance throughout, and do not belong to the academic diversity quota. In this case, a CAT percentile of 99.2+ will be required to get you a call from IIMK. After which, your admission will be based on your performance in GD PI. My brother had the same score in his 12th boards as you. He ended up receiving a call at 99.25 percentile.
Try getting a high CAT score to get a call from IIM Kozhikode.
What are the chances for a candidate with a waitlist to get admission in IIM Kozhikode?
The table below shows the number of seats offered in IIM Kozhikode in various categories. It also includes the waitlist movement in IIM.
|
Category |
Seats |
|
Gen |
640 |
|
NC-OBC |
484 |
|
SC |
336 |
|
ST |
142 |
|
EWS |
109 |
|
PWD/DAP/DAS |
78 |
What is the admission criteria for IIM Kozhikode?
During the shortlisting at IIM Kozhikode, a candidate is selected on the basis of his/her CAT score, 12th marks, graduation score, work experience and academic and/or gender diversity.
98 percentile is decent enough to get you an interview call if you have a very good academic record and 3 or more years of work experience. But to convert the call, you’ll have to perform well in the GD PI round. The final shortlisting gives a high weightage to GD PI and/or WAT and work experience of a candidate.
Make sure to score high in your CAT exam, and perform equally well in the GD PI/ WAT round. This will increase your selection chances at IIM Kozhikode.
Which B-school is harder to get into when you have a 'mediocre' academic profile and 1 yr of work experience, FMS Delhi or IIM K, L, and I?
Among the above B-schools, FMS will be easier to enter because other IIMs like IIM K, IIM L, and IIM I give more weightage to past academic performance. FMS selection will be based on Personal Interviews, Group Discussions, and CAT scores.
IIM K gives 40% weightage while the initial shortlisting of candidates for Personal Interviews is contrary to IIM L and IIM Indore which gives only 20% weightage. IIM Indore gives no weightage to work experience where IIM K gives only 5% and IIM L gives 10% weightage.
All in all, if you are a mediocre student then you have to outperform others in terms of CAT score and PI/GD performance. Indore is home for freshers and competing here will be difficult but you should focus more on FMS then IIM L and then IIM K for your shortlisting and put your best foot forward and convert your calls.
All the best and Best of luck for your D-day.
What is the process of getting into IIM-Kozhikode? What are its pros and cons compared to other IIMs (especially in terms of placements)?
Process/ Steps to get into IIM Kozhikode:
- Crack the CAT exam, a national management entrance exam.
- Applying to IIM Kozhikode using the official or CAT website after the CAT results are announced.
- CAT score, academic profile, and work experience (if any) shortlisting.
- Passing the institute's WAT and PI.
Final selection based on the candidate's overall performance in the above stages.
Comparing IIM Kozhikode to other IIMs, below are some pros and cons:
Pros:
- Research centers and projects emphasize innovation and research.
- Inclusive, gender-diverse student body.
- Strong industry-academia relationship with top firms across fields.
- Modern campus and cutting-edge technologies.
- Remarkable alumni across fields.
Cons:
- Compared to other IIMs, its first class graduated in 2000.
- Remote location in Kerala may not suit urban-oriented pupils
- Some students report high workloads and stressful academic environments.
IIM Kozhikode's flagship PGP program offers great opportunities and placements. However, placements can vary depending on the economy and student performance.
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Parameter |
IIM Kozhikode |
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Average Package |
INR 31.02 LPA |
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Median Package |
27 LPA |
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Highest Package |
NR 67.02 LPA |
Apart from CAT, what are the other parameters considered for IIM Kozhikode admission?
The first shortlist at IIM Kozhikode is prepared based on CAT score and other parameters like Xth and XIIth scores, Gender/ Academic diversity and work experience are considered. The weightage of all these parameters for the first shortlist is as follows:
| Components | Weightage |
|---|---|
| CAT Index Score | 45% |
| Class Xth Percentage Score | 25% |
| Class XIIth Percentage Score | 15% |
| Gender/ Academic Diversity Score | 10%/ 5% |
| Work Experience Score | 5% |
For the final merit list preparation, the parameters like CAT Index score, PI score, WAT score and Resume Score is considered. The resume score gives 4 marks if the candidate has completed their graduation from an institute with a NIRF Ranking of 30 or less or has completed CFA level 1, 2, or 3. The weightage of the parameters considered for final selection are as follows:
| Components | Weightage |
|---|---|
| CAT Index Score | 35% |
| PI Score | 35% |
| WAT Score | 20% |
| Resume Score | 10% |
How should I prepare for the IIM Kozhikode Interview?
If you have been shortlisted for the WAT-PI round at IIM Kozhikode, then you’ll have to fill up a form and provide details about your academic background, work experience, and extracurricular activities. This is the first step where you need to be very careful about what you are writing, because there are going to be alot of questions being raised from all this.
There will be around 2 panellists during the personal interview round and the type of questions they can ask are:
- They can start with ‘Tell us about yourself’.
- There can be questions related to your academics. There could be technical questions and some general questions like why you chose to do this course. Try to be prepared as much as possible about your field of graduation as they can ask anything from it.
- If you have work experience, then they can ask about your job profile and what was your responsibilities in the company. There can be questions related to your organization like what type of organization it is, what they do, what they sell, who are their competitors, etc.
- Then again they can ask why did you decide to leave the job and join the MBA program. Basically, you need to prepare why you want to pursue an MBA? Do not miss out on preparing for this question.
- Then there will also be questions raised on your extracurricular activities. They can ask questions on every organization you volunteered for or any short course or certification you did. They may ask about your experience and what you take back from it.
So overall, you need to know every single detail about yourself. They can ask anything from it. So mention anything that you are not sure about or you have not prepared for it. It is fine if you are unable to answer one or two questions, but try to be confident. The panellists will try to create pressure but try to be calm and keep a smiling face.
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All the information regarding the admission process has been provided on the official website of IIM Kozhikode. IIM Kozhikode has revised its admission policy for PGP admission 2024 - 26. As per the revised policy, the final weightage given to the CAT Exam and Personal Interview is 35% each, while WAT will have 20% weightage and the Resume Score will have 10% weightage. IIM Kozhikode PGP-LSM admission 2024 is open. IIM Kozhikode is inviting applications for its Certificate Programs. Interested Candidates can register on the official website for the same.
The candidates who have scored above the minimum cut-off in CAT will receive an email to register for IIM Kozhikode. The candidates who have registered will be shortlisted based on Aggregate Index Score (AIS), which is calculated based on CAT score, academic qualifications, work experience, gender diversity, and academic diversity. The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for WAT and personal interviews. The final merit list will be prepared category-wise, based on the performance of the candidates in CAT, PI, WAT, and resumes.
The candidates who have registered for IIM Kozhikode in stage 1 will be shortlisted for the Written Aptitude Test (WAT) and Personal Interview. The shortlisting of the candidates in each category will be done on the basis of an Aggregate Index Score (AIS). The AIS is calculated based on the performance of the candidates in CAT 2023, academic qualification, gender diversity, academic diversity, and work experience. The weightage of all the components considered to measure the AIS is mentioned in the table below:
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The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for the WAT-PI process, where the candidates will be required to write an essay, followed by a personal interview. Based on the quality of academics and professional qualifications, the candidates will be given a resume score that will be used in the final selection. The final scores will be calculated based on the candidate's performance in CAT 2023, PI, WAT, and resume scores. The weightage of all the components considered for calculating the final score is mentioned in the table below:
The CAT 2023 index score weightage is 45%. The class 10th percentage weightage is 25%. The class 12th percentage weightage is 15%. The gender academic diversity weightage is 10% and the work experience weightage is 5%.
WAT-PI calls for IIM Kozhikode typically happen around the last week of January. Since that has already passed for 2024, you can expect the calls for the next batch (2025) around the last week of January 2025.
The registrations for PGP courses at IIM Kozhikode are over now. The final admission calls are going to release soon by the institute. The final admission to this course depends on the scores of the CAT exam and Personal interview.
For more information, refer to this link: IIM Kozhikode PGP Admission Criteria 2022
Yes, to get admission to the EMBA course at this institute you need to get qualified scores in EMAT/CAT/GMAT entrances. The final admission to this course is based on the quality of work experience, statement of purpose, educational qualification, performance till date, and entrance test/personal interview performance.