Admission to Indian Institute of Management, Amritsar (IIM Amritsar) is conducted through a programme-specific selection process. For the flagship MBA and other postgraduate management programmes, candidates generally need to appear for the Common Admission Test (CAT) and meet the prescribed academic eligibility requirements. Shortlisted candidates are assessed through further selection stages, which may include a personal interview, written assessment and consideration of academic and other relevant factors.
Admission Criteria
| Course Name | Duration | Eligibility Criteria | Entrance Exam / Admission Basis |
|---|
| MBA | 2 Years | Bachelor's Degree with required qualifying marks | CAT / Institute Selection Process |
| MBA – Business Analytics | 2 Years | Bachelor's Degree with required qualifying marks | CAT / Institute Selection Process |
| MBA – Human Resources | 2 Years | Bachelor's Degree with required qualifying marks | CAT / Institute Selection Process |
| Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) | 5 Years | 10+2 / Class 12 or equivalent | IPMAT / Institute Selection Process |
| Executive MBA | 2 Years | Bachelor's Degree + relevant work experience | Programme-specific Selection Process |
| PhD Programme | 5 Years* | Master's Degree / relevant qualification | Entrance Test / Interview |
| M.Sc. Data Science & Management | 2 Years | Bachelor's Degree with relevant background | Programme-specific Selection Process |
| Post-Doctoral Fellowship | Programme-specific | PhD / relevant doctoral qualification | Institute Selection Process |
MBA
Admission Process:
Candidates first need to appear for the Common Admission Test (CAT) and meet the applicable qualifying requirements. Based on CAT performance, academic profile and other prescribed criteria, candidates may be shortlisted for the next stage of the admission process. Shortlisted candidates are evaluated through the institute’s selection procedure, which may include a Personal Interview (PI) and other applicable components. Final admission is based on the overall selection criteria notified by IIM Amritsar for the relevant academic year.
Eligibility
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university/institution with the minimum qualifying marks prescribed by IIM Amritsar. Final-year undergraduate students may also apply, subject to the institute’s conditions.
MBA Bussinuss Analitycs
Admission Process:
Admission is generally based on the CAT score, followed by shortlisting and the institute’s further selection process. The final selection may consider CAT performance, academic background, work experience and performance in the applicable interview/assessment stages. Candidates must satisfy all programme-specific requirements mentioned in the latest admission notification.
Eligibility:
Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with the minimum marks prescribed by IIM Amritsar. Candidates in the final year of their bachelor’s degree may also apply, subject to the institute’s conditions.
MBA – Human Resources
Admission Process:
Candidates generally need to appear for the CAT (Common Admission Test) and submit the IIM Amritsar application as required. Based on CAT performance and other prescribed criteria, eligible candidates are shortlisted for the next stage of the selection process. The final selection may consider CAT score, academic performance, work experience, diversity and personal interview/other applicable components. Candidates who satisfy all eligibility and selection requirements are offered admission to the MBA–Human Resources programme.
Eligibility:
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised university/institution with the minimum marks prescribed by IIM Amritsar. Final-year undergraduate students may also be eligible to apply, subject to the institute’s admission rules
Integrated Programme in Management (IPM)
Admission Process:
Candidates need to apply online and appear for the prescribed IPMAT (Integrated Programme in Management Aptitude Test). Shortlisted candidates are then considered through the institute’s further selection process, which may include an interview and other applicable components. The final selection is based on the prescribed weightage for entrance-test performance and other selection criteria. Selected candidates must complete document verification and admission formalities within the specified deadline.
Eligibility:
Candidates who have completed or are appearing for Class 12 / Higher Secondary or equivalent examination can apply, subject to IIM Amritsar’s prescribed academic requirements. Applicants must satisfy the required age and qualifying examination criteria specified for the particular admission year.
Executive MBA
Admission Process:
Candidates need to submit the online application with the required academic and professional details. Eligible applicants are shortlisted based on the programme’s prescribed criteria. The selection process may include an entrance test or accepted test score, personal interview and evaluation of academic/professional experience. Final admission is offered to candidates who successfully complete the selection process and meet all programme requirements
Eligibility:
Candidates should generally hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised university/institution. Relevant work experience is required for the Executive MBA, with the exact minimum experience and academic requirements depending on the current IIM Amritsar admission notification.
PhD Programme
Admission Process:
Candidates must submit the online application and provide their academic, research and other required details. Eligible applicants may be shortlisted based on their academic record, qualifying examination/test score and research aptitude. Shortlisted candidates are generally required to appear for an interview, where their research interests, subject knowledge and suitability for the doctoral programme are assessed. Final admission is offered based on the institute's prescribed selection criteria, availability of seats and successful completion of the required formalities.
Eligibility:
Candidates should generally possess a Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline from a recognised university/institution, with the minimum marks prescribed by IIM Amritsar. Candidates with certain professional qualifications may also be eligible, depending on the area of specialisation and the admission notification.
M.Sc. Data Science & Management
Admission Process:
Candidates need to submit the online application along with the required academic and supporting documents. Eligible applicants are shortlisted according to the programme’s prescribed selection criteria. The selection process may consider an entrance-test score, academic performance, quantitative aptitude and/or personal interview, as specified in the relevant admission notification. Final admission is offered to candidates who satisfy the eligibility requirements and successfully complete the institute’s selection process.
Eligibility:
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised university/institution, with the required academic background in quantitative, mathematical, statistical, computer science or related subjects as prescribed by the programme. Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying degree may also apply, subject to the institute’s rules.
Post-Doctoral Fellowship
Admission Process:
Interested candidates need to submit the online application along with their academic and research details. Applications are reviewed based on the candidate’s academic record, research experience, publications and research proposal/area of interest, as applicable. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview or research presentation. Final selection is made according to the institute’s prescribed criteria and the availability of fellowship positions.
Eligibility:
Candidates should generally hold a PhD degree in a relevant discipline from a recognised university or institution. Applicants are expected to have a strong academic and research background, with research interests aligned with the areas available at IIM Amritsar. Additional academic or research requirements may vary according to the fellowship notification.
