IIM Lucknow CAT Cutoff 2021 (Opening & Closing Percentile, Branch Wise)
The cutoff for IIM Lucknow through CAT 2021 includes branch-wise opening and closing percentiles required for admission into Post Graduate Program programs.
The IIM Lucknow CAT Cutoff 2021 is the minimum percentile required for admission, released through the official counselling process. The Post Graduate Programme (PGP) closing percentile is 90 (General category), making it the most competitive branch. Cutoffs are published as Opening Percentile and Closing Percentile across 1 rounds.
IIM Lucknow CAT Cutoff 2021 (Opening & Closing Percentile, Branch Wise)
The cutoff for IIM Lucknow through CAT 2021 includes branch-wise opening and closing percentiles required for admission into Post Graduate Program programs.
These cutoffs are released through the official counselling authority and represent the minimum percentile required for each branch, category, and counselling round.
Cutoff Format
- Opening Percentile: 90
- Closing Percentile: 65
Key Highlights
- Covers branch-wise cutoff for 2021.
- Includes Opening and Closing Percentile.
- Based on the official counselling authority counselling rounds.
- Helps analyze competition and admission trends.
IIM Lucknow CAT 2021 Cutoff (Highlights)
The cutoff reflects the minimum percentiles required for admission across branches and categories at IIM Lucknow.
Key Highlights
- Cutoff Released By: the official counselling authority
- Post Graduate Programme (PGP) Closing Percentile (General): 90
- Total Counselling Rounds: 1
- Toughest Branch: Post Graduate Programme (PGP)
- Cutoff Format: Opening Percentile and Closing Percentile
IIM Lucknow CAT 2021 Cutoff (Combined Course Table)
| Course | General | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Post Graduate Programme (PGP) | 90 | 70 | 65 | 82 | 82 | 65 |
IIM Lucknow CAT 2021 Cutoff (Course-wise)
Category-wise opening and closing Percentile for top courses are shown below.
Post Graduate Programme (PGP)
| Category | Opening Percentile | Closing Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| General | 90 | 90 |
| SC | 70 | 70 |
| ST | 65 | 65 |
| OBC | 82 | 82 |
| EWS | 82 | 82 |
| PwD | 65 | 65 |
Insight: Final round cutoff is the actual admission benchmark.
IIM Lucknow CAT 2021 Category-wise Cutoff (Detailed Table)
The table below shows category-wise variation in closing percentiles across branches.
| Branch | General | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Post Graduate Programme (PGP) | 90 | 70 | 65 | 82 | 82 | 65 |
What Percentile is Required for IIM Lucknow?
| Percentile Range | Admission Chances |
|---|---|
| Under 95 | Post Graduate Programme (PGP) |
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IIM Lucknow CAT 2021 Cutoff - FAQs
1. What is IIM Lucknow cutoff for Post Graduate Programme (PGP) 2021?
The closing percentile for Post Graduate Programme (PGP) in CAT 2021 is 90 (General category).
2. What percentile is required for IIM Lucknow?
For Post Graduate Programme (PGP) at IIM Lucknow, candidates usually target around 99+ percentile for stronger chances, while around 90+ percentile can still be considered depending on category and round.
3. Is this score/rank enough for IIM Lucknow?
Yes. A percentile around 95 can provide strong chances for Post Graduate Programme (PGP) and similar top branches.
4. Which branch has the lowest cutoff at IIM Lucknow?
Post Graduate Programme (PGP) has the lowest (most competitive) cutoff, typically followed by Post Graduate Programme (PGP).
5. How many counselling rounds were there in 2021?
the official counselling authority conducted 1 rounds in 2021.
6. What is Opening Percentile and Closing Percentile?
Opening Percentile is the first admitted value at the start of a counselling round, while Closing Percentile is the last admitted value at the end of that round. Closing value is usually treated as the practical admission benchmark.
7. Does IIM Lucknow cutoff change every year?
Yes, cutoff changes every year because competition levels are not constant. It usually depends on exam difficulty, number of applicants, and seat availability in that admission cycle.
8. Can I get IIM Lucknow with a mid-range score/rank?
Yes. Candidates around 90 percentile can often get Post Graduate Program and similar branch options.
9. What factors affect IIM Lucknow cutoff?
The cutoff is mainly influenced by CAT difficulty, the total number of applicants, and the seat matrix published by the official counselling authority. Any change in these factors can move the opening and closing values across rounds.
10. Are category-wise cutoffs different?
Yes, category-wise cutoffs are different because seats are allocated separately by category. General, OBC-NCL, SC/ST, and EWS usually have different opening and closing values for the same branch.