Admission to IIM Sirmaur’s MBA program is primarily based on CAT scores and follows a two-phase selection process:
Phase 1: Shortlisting Candidates are initially shortlisted for the personal interview based on their CAT scores. Those who meet the minimum cut-off criteria will be selected.
Phase 2: Final Merit List Preparation The final selection is based on a composite score, which includes the CAT score, PI score, academic profile, work experience, and diversity. The weightage for these components is detailed below:
IIM Sirmaur Final Merit List Component Weightage (CAP)
| Components |
Weightage |
| CAT 2023 Score |
35 |
| Personal Interview Score |
20 |
| Academic Performance |
15 |
| Work Experience |
20 |
| Gender Diversity |
5 |
| Trailblazer Score |
5 |
IIM Sirmaur Final Merit List Component Weightage (SAP)
| Components |
Total Weightage |
| Scaled CAT Score |
35 |
| PI Score |
20 |
| Academic Performance |
15 |
| Corporate Work Experience |
25 |
| Trailblazer Score |
5 |
IIM Sirmaur Admission: How to Apply for MBA?
To apply for the MBA program at IIM Sirmaur, candidates need to:
- Visit the official CAT website at www.iimcat.ac.in.
- Register and fill out the CAT application form.
- Provide personal, academic, and professional details, and upload required documents as proof.
- Apply for IIM Sirmaur and select the MBA program of their choice within the same form, and choose a test center.
- Submit the application form and pay the application fees.
IIM Sirmaur MBA-T&HM Admission Process 2026
Admission Stages:
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Application: Candidates who have completed 10+2 with at least 50% marks can apply to the MBA-T&HM program by filling out the application form.
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IIM Sirmaur Test: Candidates who have not taken CAT or GMAT must appear for the IIM Sirmaur Test. Test centers are located in Delhi, Chandigarh, Bangalore, and Paonta Sahib, HP.
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Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates based on their test scores will be invited for a personal interview.
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Final Selection: The final merit list will be created based on a composite score that includes CAT/GMAT/IIM Sirmaur test scores, the personal interview score, academic performance, work experience, and gender diversity.
MBA-T&HM Selection Criteria:
Phase 1: Candidates are shortlisted for the personal interview based on their CAT scores. The cut-off criteria for the tourism batch can be checked [here].
Phase 2: The final selection is based on a composite score, which includes the CAT score, personal interview score, academic performance, work experience, and diversity. The weightage for each component is as follows:
| Component |
Weightage |
| Scaled CAT Score |
35 |
| PI Score |
20 |
| Academic Performance |
15 |
| Corporate Work Experience |
20 |
| Gender Diversity |
5 |
| Trailblazer Score |
5 |
| Total Composite Score |
100 |
IIM Sirmaur Admission: How to Apply for MBA-T&HM
The application form for the MBA-T&HM program can be found on the IIM Sirmaur website. Interested candidates should register, complete the application form with all personal, academic, and professional details, and submit it along with the application fee.
IIM Sirmaur Ex-MBA Admission 2026
Admission Stages:
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Application Form: Eligible candidates must fill out the application form available on the IIM Sirmaur official website.
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IIM Sirmaur Ex-MBA Test: Candidates who have not taken CAT, GMAT, XAT, GATE, or GRE must appear for the IIM Sirmaur Ex-MBA Test.
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Interview: Based on their test scores, candidates will be shortlisted and invited for an interview.
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Final Selection: The final selection will be based on a composite score, which includes scores from the qualifying test, the personal interview, and the candidate’s academic and professional profile.
Selection Process for Ex-MBA
IIM Sirmaur selects candidates for its Ex-MBA program based on their scores from GMAT, XAT, CAT, GATE, GRE, or the Ex-MBA entrance exam. Shortlisted candidates are invited for a personal interview, and the final merit list is determined by their qualifying test scores, interview performance, and academic and professional background.
IIM Sirmaur PhD Admissions 2026
Admission Stages:
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Qualifying Exam: Candidates must have taken and passed one of the following exams in the past two years: GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, JRF (NET), or RAT (IIMB).
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Application Form: Applicants need to complete and submit the application form available on the IIM Sirmaur website.
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Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a two-round interview process.
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Final Offers: Candidates who successfully complete the final interview stage will receive an offer letter.
PhD Selection Criteria:
Candidates are selected through a three-stage process:
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Stage 1: Shortlisting based on the application details and recommendations in the chosen specialisation area.
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Stage 2: First-round interviews conducted by faculty members from the specific area of specialisation.
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Stage 3: Shortlisted candidates from various specialisations will undergo a personal interview with the Doctoral Program and Research Committee.
How to Apply for PhD:
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Visit the IIM Sirmaur website to access the PhD application form. Candidates may apply for up to two areas of specialisation within the same form.
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Provide details including personal information, academic background, standardised test scores, employment history, references, academic achievements, and a Statement of Purpose.
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Upload all supporting documents.
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Submit the completed form and pay the application fee: INR 1,000 for a single specialisation or INR 1,500 for dual specialisations.
IIM Sirmaur Accepted Admission Exams:
- MBA: CAT
- MBA – T&HM: CAT, GMAT, or IIM Sirmaur Test
- Ex-MBA: CAT, GMAT, XAT, GATE, GRE, or IIM Sirmaur Ex-MBA Test
- PhD: GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, JRF (NET), or RAT (IIMB)
