IIM Calcutta Admission 2026, CAT Cutoff, Shortlisting Criteria, PI Dates and Selection Process

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta is conducting its MBA Admission 2026 process for candidates seeking admission to its management programmes. The institute released the PI shortlist on September 10, 2026. Eligible candidates can visit the official website, iimcal.ac.in, for admission-related updates.

The admission procedure is divided into three stages, beginning with CAT cutoff requirements, followed by PI/WAT shortlisting and the preparation of the final merit list. The institute considers several factors during selection, including academic performance, gender and academic diversity, and professional work experience.

Candidates should understand the shortlisting parameters, minimum CAT percentile requirements and important dates before proceeding with the admission process.

Aspirants can also check the CAT Admit Card 2026 release date and download instructions for additional information about the hall ticket and examination requirements. 

IIM Calcutta Admission 2026 Overview

Candidates can refer to the following table for key details regarding the IIM Calcutta MBA Admission 2026 process.

For a complete overview of the examination schedule, candidates can also read the CAT 2026 exam date and three-session schedule. 

IIM Calcutta Admission 2026 Important Dates

Candidates should keep track of the important admission-related events to stay updated about the selection process. The application schedule, PI shortlist, interview period and CAP result dates are provided below.

Candidates looking for more details about the examination announcement can read the CAT 2026 notification and important dates. 

Candidates who want to review the registration process and other application-related details can read the CAT 2026 registration update. 

IIM Calcutta Admission 2026 Selection Process

IIM Calcutta follows a three-stage admission procedure for its MBA programme. Candidates are shortlisted based on CAT cutoff requirements and further evaluated through the PI/WAT selection process. A final merit list is prepared to determine admission.

The major stages of the admission procedure are:

1. CAT Cutoff: Candidates must meet the prescribed sectional and overall CAT percentile requirements.

2. PI/WAT Shortlisting: Eligible candidates are shortlisted using parameters such as CAT scores, Class 10 and Class 12 marks, and gender diversity.

3. Final Merit List: The final selection is determined through the institute's admission process.

Academic performance, gender diversity, academic diversity and work experience are among the factors considered during admissions.

For more information about the application timeline, candidates can refer to the CAT 2026 registration dates and application process. 

IIM Calcutta Admission 2026 Shortlisting Criteria

The institute uses multiple parameters to shortlist candidates for the Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT) stages. CAT performance receives the highest weightage, followed by Class 10 and Class 12 academic scores and the gender diversity factor.

The distribution of marks across the shortlisting parameters is provided below.

The CAT score component is calculated using the following formula:

CAT Score Weightage = (A/B) × 56

Where:

• A = Candidate's CAT 2024 Total Overall Scaled Score

• B = Maximum Possible CAT 2024 Total Overall Scaled Score

For the gender diversity component, female and transgender candidates receive 4 points.

Aspirants who want to review the eligibility requirements associated with the examination can check the CAT 2026 eligibility criteria. 

IIM Calcutta CAT Cutoff 2026

Candidates seeking admission to IIM Calcutta must satisfy the minimum sectional and overall CAT percentile requirements. The institute has specified different cutoff requirements for different categories.

Candidates can check the category-wise minimum CAT cutoff percentiles in the table below.

Candidates must clear the required percentile in all three CAT sections, namely VARC, DILR and QA, along with the overall cutoff to remain eligible for the subsequent admission stages.

For a broader overview of the examination, candidates can refer to the CAT 2026 exam, syllabus, eligibility and pattern guide.