IIM Bangalore – Indian Institute of Management Results and Cutoffs
Results and Cutoffs
IIM Bangalore Cutoff 2025
The IIM Bangalore cutoff is the minimum CAT percentile required to receive an interview call. These cutoffs are used to prepare the first shortlist of candidates. The actual scores of those called for the interview may be higher. The shortlist is based on sectional scores (VARC, DILR, QA) as well as the overall aggregate.
IIM Bangalore Minimum Percentile Requirements (CAT 2025)
| Category | VARC | DILR | QA | Aggregate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 80 | 75 | 75 | 85 |
| NC-OBC | 70 | 65 | 65 | 75 |
| EWS | 70 | 65 | 65 | 75 |
| SC | 65 | 60 | 60 | 70 |
| ST | 55 | 55 | 55 | 65 |
| PWD | 50 | 50 | 50 | 60 |
These are the minimum sectional and overall percentile cutoffs required for the first shortlist.
IIM Bangalore Pre-PI Stage (Weightage Criteria)
In the first stage, candidates who meet the cutoff are included in the shortlist. A pre-PI score is then calculated using CAT section scores, academic performance, work experience, and diversity factors.
CAT Section-wise Weightage (Total: 55 points)
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VARC – 19 points
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DILR – 21 points
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QA – 15 points
👉 Note: The gender diversity score is applied only in the pre-PI stage.
IIM Bangalore PI & WAT Stage (Post-PI Weightage)
In Stage II, shortlisted candidates appear for a Written Ability Test (WAT) and a Personal Interview (PI), both conducted on the same day. The WAT usually lasts 30 minutes.
CAT Section-wise Weightage at Post-PI Stage (Total: 25 points)
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VARC – 8.75 points
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DILR – 10 points
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QA – 6.25 points
The final admission decision is made by combining CAT scores, PI & WAT performance, academic records, and work experience into a composite score.