IIM Indore – Indian Institute of Management Admission Process
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IIM Indore Admission 2024
IIM Indore has issued the provisional PI shortlist for the PGP & PGP HRM batch of 2024-26. Additionally, the provisional admission offers for the EPGP batch 2024 have been released. The IPMAT Exam 2024 for IIM Indore is slated to take place on May 23, 2024. Applications for Certificate Programs at IIM Indore are currently open, and interested candidates are encouraged to register on the official website.
IIM Indore provides a range of management programs including MBA, Executive MBA, Integrated MBA, PhD, and Executive PhD across various management domains.
In addition to the MBA program, IIM Indore offers an Integrated Program in Management at the undergraduate level, leading to a BBA+ MBA degree from the institute. Admission to this program is through the IPMAT exam, and final offers are made based on candidates’ performance in interviews and the Aptitude Test.
Furthermore, IIM Indore conducts the PGPMX/ PGPWE programs through its Mumbai campus and the GMPE program for working executives. Eligibility for PGPMX requires a minimum of five years of work experience, while GMPE requires at least three years of work experience. Admission to PGPMX involves the PGPMX Aptitude Test followed by a personal interview.
At the research level, IIM Indore offers the FPM, EFPM, and newly introduced EFPMG programs. Admission to these programs is based on CAT/ GRE/ GATE/ GMAT/ JRF scores followed by a personal interview. The RAT exam is conducted by IIM Indore for admission to the EFPM and EFPMG programs.
IIM Indore PGP/ PGP-HRM Admissions 2024
- CAT Registration: Interested candidates must register for CAT and also apply to the PGP program of IIM Indore simultaneously.
- CAT Exam: Applicants need to take the CAT exam conducted at various centers across India.
- Shortlisting for Personal Interview: Candidates from each category will be shortlisted for the PI based on their CAT scores.
- Personal Interview: The PI round will be conducted offline in Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Indore, Kolkata, and Mumbai.
- Final Merit List: The merit list of selected students will be prepared based on the final composite score, which includes scores from the 10th, 12th, CAT, and PI.
IIM Indore PGP/ PGP-HRM Selection Criteria
IIM Indore employs a three-stage process to select candidates for its MBA program.
IIM Indore CAT Cut-off 2024
All applicants for the PGP program must meet the eligibility criteria specified by CAT 2023 and attain scores surpassing the minimum CAT cut-off percentile. Details of the CAT cut-off are provided in the table below:
| IIM Indore Cut-off for PGP | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Overall | QA | DILR | VARC |
| General | 90 | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| EWS | 90 | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| NC-OBS | 80 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
| SC | 60 | 55 | 55 | 55 |
| ST | 45 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| PwD | 45 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| IIM Indore Cut-off for PGP-HRM | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Overall | QA | DILR | VARC |
| General | 70 | 60 | 60 | 75 |
| EWS | 60 | 55 | 55 | 65 |
| NC-OBS | 60 | 55 | 55 | 65 |
| SC | 55 | 50 | 50 | 55 |
| ST | 45 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| PwD | 45 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
IIM Indore Shortlist for Personal Interview
Candidates meeting the criteria in stage 1 will progress to stage 2. Shortlisting for the PI will be based on a composite score derived from factors including the 10th and 12th marks, CAT score, diversity factor, and work experience. The methodology for calculating the composite score is outlined in the table below:
| IIM Indore Composite Score Calculation for PGP | |
|---|---|
| Components | Score |
| 10th score | 32[Z candidate – Z minZ max – Z min] |
| 12th score | 40[Z candidate – Z minZ max – Z min] |
| CAT score | 20[Candidate’s CAT overall scoreHighest CAT overall score] |
| Diversity Factor | 6 |
| Composite Score | = Sum of all the above score |
| IIM Indore Composite Score Calculation for PGP-HRM | |
|---|---|
| Components | Score |
| 10th score | 20[Z candidate – Z minZ max – Z min] |
| 12th score | 20[Z candidate – Z minZ max – Z min] |
| CAT Overall Score | 20[Candidate’s CAT overall scoreHighest CAT overall score] |
| Gender Diversity Factor (GDF) Only for the Female Candidates | 10 |
| Academic Diversity Factor | 20 |
| Work Experience | 0 – 10 |
| Composite Score | =Sum of all the above score |
IIM Indore PGP/ PGP-HRM Final Selection
After the Stage 2 shortlisted candidates have completed their PI, the final selection merit list will be compiled. Category-specific merit lists will be formulated using the Final Composite Score (FCS), determined by evaluating the candidate’s 10th and 12th marks, CAT score, PI score, and diversity factor.
| IIM Indore Final Composite Score Calculation for PGP | |
|---|---|
| Components | Score |
| 10th score | 10[Z candidate – Z minZ max – Z min] |
| 12th score | 10[Z candidate – Z minZ max – Z min] |
| CAT score | 20[Candidate’s CAT overall scoreHighest CAT overall score] |
| PI Score | 40[Z candidate – Z minZ max – Z min] |
| Composite Score | = Sum of all the above score |
| IIM Indore Final Composite Score Calculation for PGP-HRM | |
|---|---|
| Components | Score |
| 10th score | 10[Z candidate – Z minZ max – Z min] |
| 12th score | 10[Z candidate – Z minZ max – Z min] |
| CAT Overall Score | 10[Candidate’s CAT overall scoreHighest CAT overall score] |
| PI Score | 40[Z candidate – Z minZ max – Z min] |
| Gender Diversity Factor (GDF) Only for the Female Candidates | 5 |
| Acacemic Diversity Factor | 20 |
| Final Composite Score | = Sum of all the above score |
IIM Indore Admission: How to Apply for MBA/ MBA-HRM?
- Interested candidates should visit the official CAT website.
- Upon registration, they will receive system-generated login credentials.
- Using these credentials, they can log in and complete the application form, providing personal, academic, and professional details, and uploading necessary documents.
- They need to select the desired course and institute, opting for ‘PGP of IIM Indore’ and selecting the exam center.
- After completing the form, they can submit it along with the application fee.
IIM Indore EPGP Admission 2024
| Admission Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Application Form | Fill out the application form available at IIM Indore website. |
| Shortlisting for PI | The candidates will be shortlisted for the PI, based on their GMAT score. |
| Personal Interview | The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for a personal interview conducted offline/ online through Zoom. |
| Final Selection | The final selection will be done on the basis of a composite score calculated based on the GMAT score and PI score. The selected candidates will be sent a provisional admission offer. |
IIM Indore EPGP Admission Dates 2024
| EPGP | |
|---|---|
| Events | Dates |
| Newspaper Advertisement | October 04, 2023 |
| Last Date to Apply |
Phase 1: November 30, 2023 Phase 2: January 15, 2024 |
| Announcement of PI Shortlist |
Phase 1: December 11, 2023 Phase 2: January 25, 2024 |
| Interview Dates |
Phase 1: December 16 & 17, 2023 Phase 2: February 03 & 04, 2024 |
| Provisional Admission Offer |
Phase 1: January 05, 2024 Phase 2: February 23, 2024 |
| Last Date for Accepting Offers |
Phase 1: January 20, 2024 Phase 2: March 11, 2024 |
| Program Registration | April 05, 2024 |
| Commencement of Classes | April 08, 2024 |
IIM Indore EPGP Admission Process 2024
Candidates will undergo shortlisting based on their GMAT scores, followed by a Personal Interview. The final merit list will be compiled using the composite score, and provisional admission offers will be extended.
The components considered for calculating the composite score are as follows:
| Components | Weightage |
|---|---|
| GMAT Score | 50 |
| Personal Interview Score | 50 |
IIM Indore Admission: How to Apply for EPGP?
Prospective applicants must complete the online application form accessible on the official IIM Indore website. They are required to furnish all necessary information, upload relevant documents, and remit a non-refundable application fee of INR 5,900.
IIM Indore PGPMX Admission 2024
| Admission Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Application Form | The candidates will have to fill out the application form available on the IIM Indore website. |
| Aptitude Test & Interview | The candidates will have to appear for PGPMX Aptitude Test and interview that can be held on the same day or other. |
| Offer of Admission | The candidates will be selected based on their overall performance in the Aptitude test and interview and will be sent an admission offer. |
| Acceptance of Admission | The selected candidates will have to accept admission to PGPMX within the given time and pay the commitment fee to confirm their admission. |
IIM Indore PGPMX Admission Dates 2024
| PGPMX | |
|---|---|
| Events | Dates (Tentative) |
| Last Date for Application | June 11, 2024 |
| PGPMX Aptitude Test & Interview | June 18, 2024 |
| Inauguration & Orientation | July 2024 |
IIM Indore PGPMX Selection Criteria
Candidates’ selection hinges on their performance in both the PGPMX Aptitude Test and the subsequent Personal Interview.
IIM Indore Admission: How to Apply for PGPMX?
For admission to PGPMX, applicants must complete the application form found on the IIM Indore website and remit a non-refundable application fee of INR 5,000.
IIM Indore IPM Admission 2024
| Admission Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Application Form | The eligible candidates should fill out the online application available at the IIM Indore website. |
| IPM AT | The candidates who fulfill all the eligibility criteria will be called for an Aptitude Test conducted across 34 cities in India. |
| Shortlist for Personal Interview | An Aptitude Test Score will be generated based on the candidate’s scores in the 3 sections of the AT, and it will be used to create a merit list of candidates shortlisted for the PI. |
| Personal Interview | The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for the personal interview conducted online or offline. |
| Final Selection | A category-wise merit score will be prepared based on the composite score, which is calculated on the basis of the Aptitude Test Score and Personal Interview. |
IIM Indore IPM Admission Dates 2024
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Form Available | February 14, 2024 |
| Last Date to Apply | April 01, 2024 |
| IPMAT Form Correction | April 9 – 10, 2024 (5 PM) |
| IPMAT 2024 Admit Card Download Start Date | First Week of May 2024 (Tentative) |
| IPMAT 2024 Exam Date | May 23, 2024 |
| IPMAT 2024 Result Date | July 5, 2024 (Tentative) |
| Personal Interviews for Shortlisted Candidates | July 17 – 20, 2024 (Tentative) |
| Provisional Admission offers | Last Week of August 2024 (Tentative) |
| IPM 2024 – 29 Program registration | Last Week of August 2024 (Tentative) |
IIM Indore IPM Selection Criteria
Selection of candidates will be based on their performance in the Aptitude Test (AT) and the subsequent personal interview.
IIM Indore IPMAT
The aptitude test will consist of three sections: Quantitative Ability (MCQ format), Quantitative Ability (Short answer question format), and Verbal Ability (MCQ format). Candidates must achieve a minimum score in each of these three sections. The specific minimum cut-off marks for each category will be determined by the Admission Committee.
The anticipated sectional cut-offs for IPMAT 2024 are outlined in the table below:
| IIM Indore Cut-off: IPMAT Sectional Cut-off (Expected) | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Quantitative Ability SA | Quantitative Ability MCQ | Verbal Ability | Female Count | Male Count | Total Candidates |
| EWS | 4 | 26 | 98 | 17 | 66 | 83 |
| General | 12 | 39 | 125 | 92 | 184 | 276 |
| NC-OBC | 4 | 23 | 91 | 61 | 134 | 195 |
| PwD | 4 | 5 | 43 | 5 | 15 | 20 |
| SC | 4 | 15 | 69 | 29 | 80 | 109 |
| ST | 4 | 5 | 43 | 14 | 32 | 46 |
IIM Indore IPMAT Candidates who met the minimum cutoff is provided below:
| Category | Female | Male | Total Candidates |
|---|---|---|---|
| EWS | 150 | 420 | 570 |
| General | 2945 | 4093 | 7038 |
| NC-OBC | 427 | 854 | 1281 |
| PwD | 7 | 24 | 31 |
| SC | 91 | 232 | 323 |
| ST | 20 | 50 | 70 |
| Grand Total | 3640 | 5673 | 9313 |
IIM Indore IPM Personal Interview
The table below outlines the minimum and maximum ATS for all categories:
| IIM Indore Cut-off: IPMAT ATS Cut-off 2024 (Expected) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Count | Minimum ATS | Maximum ATS |
| EWS | 83 | 27.49844 | 70.71719 |
| General | 276 | 43.69076 | 82.33909 |
| NC-OBC | 195 | 22.53077 | 79.51334 |
| PwD | 20 | 5.73298 | 60.37080 |
| SC | 109 | 14.00530 | 61.96987 |
| ST | 46 | 2.43328 | 45.44232 |
The merit list will be compiled based on the Aptitude Test Score (ATS), ensuring a suitable number of candidates from each category are selected for the interview. The ATS will be computed using the marks obtained in the 3 sections of the Aptitude Test.
| Components | Score (Weight) |
|---|---|
| Score in Quantitative Ability (MCQ) Section | 25[Candidate’s Score – Minimum ScoreMaximum Score – Minimum Score] |
| Score In Quantitative Ability (SA) Section | 25[Candidate’s Score – Minimum ScoreMaximum Score – Minimum Score] |
| Score in Verbal Ability (MCQ) Section | 50[Candidate’s Score – Minimum ScoreMaximum Score – Minimum Score] |
| Aptitude Test Score (ATS) | = Sum of the above |
IIM Indore Final Selection for IPM
Candidates’ final selection for the IPM program will rely on the composite score, which combines the Aptitude Test Score (ATS) and Personal Interview performance. A final merit list will be created based on categories.
| Component | Score |
|---|---|
| Aptitude Test Score (ATS) | 65 |
| Personal Interview Score | 35 |
| Composite Score | = Sum of the above |
IIM Indore Admission: How to Apply for IPM?
- Eligible candidates should access the IPM application form on the IIM Indore website.
- Complete all required fields with accurate information.
- Pay the application fee of INR 4,130 (INR 2,065 for SC/ST/PwD).
- Candidates from EWS, NC-OBC, SC, ST, and PWD categories must provide a valid caste/category certificate.
IIM Indore FPM/ EFPM Admission 2024
| Admission Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Application Form | The eligible candidates can fill out the application form available on the IIM Indore website. |
| Shortlist for Personal Interview | Based on the eligibility criteria and scores in the standard tests like CAT/ GRE/ GMAT/ GATE/ JRF, the candidates will be shortlisted for a Personal Interview. EFPM candidates can also appear for RAT if they have not appeared in any of the above-mentioned exams. |
| Personal Interview | The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for PI, which will be conducted at IIM Indore. |
| Final Selection | Final selection will be based on the performance of the candidate in PI and a provisional admission offer will be made. |
IIM Indore FPM/ EFPM Admission Dates 2024
| FPM/ EFPM | |
|---|---|
| Events | Dates |
| Last date for Submission of Online Application | February 29, 2024 |
| RAT conducted by IIM Indore (accepted for EFPM) | Last Week of March 2024 (Tentative) |
| Personal Interview | March – April 2024 (Tentative) |
| Commencement of Class | July 2024 (Tentative) |
IIM Indore FPM/ EFPM Selection Criteria
IIM Indore FPM/ EFPM Final selection
Candidates’ final selection will align with the needs of their chosen academic area. A merit list, categorized by both demographics and academic areas, will be formulated according to their performance in the PI. Subsequently, provisional admission offers will be extended.
IIM Indore Admission: How to Apply for FPM/ EFPM?
- To apply for the FPM/ EFPM program at IIM Indore, visit the institute’s website.
- Complete the online application form with all required personal, educational, and employment details.
- Include information about academic achievements and provide a statement of purpose.
- Pay the application fee of INR 1,000 (INR 500 for SC/ ST/ PwD) for the FPM program and INR 3,000 (INR 4,500 for two areas of specialization) for the EFPM program.
IIM Indore EFPM Admission Criteria 2024
| Admission Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Application Form | The eligible candidates can fill out the application form available at the IIM Indore website. |
| RAT | RAT will be conducted by IIM Indore to shortlist the candidates for PI. |
| Personal Interview | The candidates shortlisted based on their performance in the RAT will have to appear for PI. |
| Admission Offer | The final selected candidates will be made an offer for admission. |
IIM Indore EFPMG Admission Dates 2024
| EFPMG | |
|---|---|
| Events | Dates (Tentative) |
| Last date for submission of Application Form | May 2024 |
| RAT 2024 | May 2024 |
| Personal Interview | May 2024 |
| Admission Offer | – |
| Commencement of Class | Mid July 2024 |
IIM Indore EFPMG Selection Criteria
- Candidates will undergo a selection process based on their academic eligibility, performance in the Research Aptitude Test (RAT), and a Personal Interview (PI).
- The RAT, administered by IIM Indore, will assess candidates’ quantitative ability, verbal ability, and research aptitude.
- Shortlisting for the PI will be based on RAT performance.
- Final selection will hinge on PI performance, with successful candidates receiving program offers.
IIM Indore Admission: How to Apply for EFPMG?
Candidates interested in applying for the EFPMG program at IIM Indore must complete the application form provided on the institute’s official website. They should furnish all necessary details and remit a non-refundable application fee of INR 3,540. If applying for two areas of specialization, the fee is INR 5,310.
IIM Indore Entrance Exams Accepted
| IIM Indore Courses | Exams Accepted |
|---|---|
| PGP | CAT |
| PGP-HRM | CAT |
| EPGP | GMAT |
| PGPMX | PGPMX Aptitude Test |
| IPM | IPMAT |
| FPM | CAT/ GRE/ GMAT/ GATE/ JRF + |
| EFPM | CAT/ GRE/ GMAT/ GATE/ JRF/ RAT |
| EFPMG | RAT |