IIM Jammu has released the official admission criteria and CAT 2025 cutoffs for the MBA 2026–28 batch, introducing minor but meaningful changes in the evaluation process. The institute has shifted more emphasis towards the Personal Interview (PI), academic profile, and work experience, while slightly reducing the CAT score weightage.
For the 2026–28 cycle, the General category cutoff has been lowered to 91 percentile (previously 95). The EWS cutoff is 74 for males and 72 for female/transgender candidates, while SC/ST/PwD cutoffs are expected in the 30–54 percentile range, making the shortlisting process more inclusive.
In the final selection, the revised weightage distribution is: CAT = 42%, PI = 30%, and Academics + Work Experience + Diversity = 28%. Overall, the updated CAT 2025 shortlisting criteria at IIM Jammu reflect a stronger focus on a candidate’s holistic profile rather than relying solely on CAT scores.
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IIM Jammu Cutoff 2026(Expected)
IIM Jammu’s CAT Cutoff 2025 is expected to be 91 percentile for General candidates. For NC-OBC and EWS, the cutoff is 74. SC candidates need 54, while ST and PwD candidates need 32 percentile. This shows the institute keeps cutoffs lower for reserved categories to support inclusive admissions.
| Category | IIM Jammu CAT Cut-Off Percentile |
| General | 91 |
| NC-OBC | 74 |
| EWS | 74 |
| SC | 54 |
| ST | 32 |
| PwD | 32 |
IIM Jammu Selection Criteria
IIM Jammu’s Admission Committee will fix how many candidates to call for the PI in each category. If the shortlisted candidates are fewer or more than required, the committee will adjust the overall and sectional cut-offs lowering them if the list is short, or increasing them if the list is too large. The minimum sectional and overall CAT percentile required for Personal Interview (PI) shortlisting across different categories is provided in the table below:
| Category | Gender | VARC Percentile | DILR Percentile | QA Percentile | Overall Percentile |
| General | Male | 72 | 72 | 72 | 91 |
| Female | 71 | 71 | 71 | 89 | |
| Transgender | 71 | 71 | 71 | 89 | |
| EWS | Male | 48 | 48 | 48 | 74 |
| Female | 47 | 47 | 47 | 72 | |
| Transgender | 47 | 47 | 47 | 72 | |
| NC-OBC | Male | 48 | 48 | 48 | 74 |
| Female | 47 | 47 | 47 | 72 | |
| Transgender | 47 | 47 | 47 | 72 | |
| SC | Male | 42 | 42 | 42 | 54 |
| Female | 41 | 41 | 41 | 52 | |
| Transgender | 41 | 41 | 41 | 52 | |
| ST | Male | 24 | 24 | 29 | 32 |
| Female | 23 | 23 | 28 | 30 | |
| Transgender | 23 | 23 | 28 | 30 | |
| PwD | Male | 24 | 24 | 29 | 32 |
| Female | 23 | 23 | 28 | 30 | |
| Transgender | 23 | 23 | 28 | 30 |
How Merit list is prepared for IIM Jammu?
The MBA program at IIM Jammu is assessed based on a Composite Score, taking into account the candidates in five aspects: CAT 2024 score (45%), Personal Interview (30%), Academic Profile (10%), Work Experience (10%), and Gender Diversity (5%). Below, it is mentioned in detail how the merit list is prepared for IIM Jammu.
Weightage Breakdown
Academic Profile Rating (Max: 10 marks)
Class 10th and 12th Marks
| 12th Marks |
Graduation Marks
IIM Jammu Work Experience Weightage
At IIM Jammu, work experience is scored based on duration: candidates with 2–3 years (24.01–36 months) get the highest 10 marks, while very short (≤12 months) or very long experience (>60 months) scores 0, and other ranges get intermediate points.
IIM Jammu Work Diversity Weightage
At IIM Jammu, female candidates are awarded 5 marks under work diversity, while male candidates receive 0 marks.
IIM Jammu Reservation Criteria
IIM Jammu strictly follows the Government of India’s reservation policy for its MBA admissions. The breakdown is as follows: 27% of seats for NC-OBC candidates, 15% for Scheduled Castes (SC), 7.5% for Scheduled Tribes (ST), 10% for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), and 5% horizontal reservation for Persons with Disabilities (PwD).
IIM Jammu FAQs 2025
What is the overall CAT cutoff percentile for IIM Jammu?
For the General category, the overall cutoff is around 91 percentile for males and 89 percentile for females and transgender candidates.
Are sectional cutoffs necessary at IIM Jammu?
Yes, candidates must meet both the sectional and overall cutoffs, as applicable to their category and gender.
Does meeting the cutoff guarantee admission at IIM Jammu?
No, clearing cutoffs does not qualify a candidate for the PI round. The final selection is based on a composite score that includes PI, CAT, academics, work experience, and diversity.
Is there a difference in the cutoff for CAP and SAP at IIM Jammu?
Yes, SAP allows candidates who meet IIM Jammu’s PI criteria but not CAP cutoffs to apply through an additional process.
How is work experience evaluated at IIM Jammu?
Only full-time paid work experience after graduation is considered, with marks awarded based on the number of months of experience, as outlined in the table above.
What is the minimum CAT percentile required to get shortlisted for the Personal Interview (PI) at IIM Jammu?
The minimum CAT percentile cutoff varies by category and gender. For the General category, male candidates need a minimum overall percentile of 91, while female and transgender candidates require a minimum percentile of 89. Other categories have lower cutoffs, for example, EWS and NC-OBC require around 74 percentile for males and 72 for females and transgender candidates.
Does IIM Jammu have sectional cutoffs for the CAT?
Yes, IIM Jammu requires candidates to meet sectional percentile cutoffs in Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Ability (QA). These cutoffs vary by category but generally hover around similar levels as the overall percentile cutoff for shortlisting.
How is the final admission merit list prepared at IIM Jammu?
The final merit list is based on a composite score that combines the CAT score (weighted at 45%), the Personal Interview (30%), and the Profile evaluation (25%). The profile score includes academic records, work experience, and gender diversity.
What is the weightage given to work experience and academic profile during IIM Jammu admissions?
Work experience contributes up to 10 marks, academic profile up to 10 marks (based on 10th, 12th, and graduation percentages), and gender diversity contributes up to 5 marks, making a total of 25 marks for the profile section.
