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IIM Amritsar Admissions 2024 Courses, Fees, Placements and Cut Off

Author : Lalita Vishwakarma

August 29, 2024

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Overview: IIM Amritsar's strong faculty support, focus on industry interactions and experiential learning, and commitment to holistic development make it an attractive choice for management education students.  

  • Amritsar IIM is one of the top B schools in India and ranks 51st by NIRF.
  • Amritsar IIM provides admission to only CAT scorecard holders that too with valid percentile.
  • The institute offers various programs, including PGP, Executive Education, and PhDs.

Scroll down to know all about the IIM Amritsar courses, admission criteria, eligibility, fees, placement and more!

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IIM Amritsar Highlights 

IIM Amritsar Particulars Details
 Date of Establishment 2015 
 Accepting Exam  CAT, GMAT 
IIM Amritsar Courses  3 Degrees and 6 Courses 
 Institute Type  Institute of National Importance 
Student Count  374 
Amritsar IIM  Faculty Count  19 
IIM Amritsar  Campus Size  62 acres 
IIM Amritsar  Gender Percentage  Male 81% and Female 19% 
IIM Amritsar  Percentage Of Students from Outside the States  97% 

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IIM Amritsar Important Dates 2024 

To gain admission to the Indian Institute of Management Amritsar, you need to clear the CAT exam 2024. The CAT exam 2024 is scheduled for 24 November 2024. Here are some more important dates to note down:

CAT Registration 2024 Particulars CAT Exam 2024 Registration Date
CAT Exam 2024 Registration Date August 1, 2024 (10 AM)
CAT 2024 Registration Last Date September 13, 2024 (3 PM)
Admit Card Release Date November 5, 2024
CAT Exam Registration Fees INR 1250 (Reserved categories)
INR 2500 (Other categories)
CAT 2024 Exam Date November 24, 2024
CAT Exam 2024 Registration Date & CAT Notification Official Website iimcat.ac.in

CAT Registration 2024 Direct Official Link

IIM Amritsar Courses & Exams Accepted 2024

Amritsar IIM Courses  Exams Accepted 
MBA  Common Admission Tests (CAT 2024)
MBA BA  Common Admission Tests (CAT 2024)
MBA HR  Common Admission Tests (CAT 2024) 
EMBA  CAT/ GMAT/ GRE/ GATE/ IIM Amritsar Admission Test (IAAT).

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IIM Amritsar MBA Selection Criteria 2024

  • Bachelor’s Degree with 50% Marks or equivalent CGPA. 
  • 45% for SC / ST / PwD Categories. 
  • Students in their Final Year of Graduation. 
  • Valid CAT Scores. 

IIM Amritsar MBA Selection Criteria: Pre-Personal Interview Process 

The first shortlist comprises the candidates who have scored above the minimum cut-off overall as well as in all the sections of the CAT exam.

The minimum CAT cut-off is mentioned in the table below: 

Categories  Overall Percentile  Verbal & Reading Comprehension (Percentile)  Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (Percentile)  Quantitative Aptitude (Percentile) 
General  88  75  75  80 
EWS  88  75  75  80 
NC-OBC  78  60  60  65 
SC  55  50  50  55 
ST  40  35  35  35 
PwD  40  35  35  35 

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Shortlisted candidates will be evaluated based on the CAT percentile to calculate their Pre-PI score. Factors considered include CAT score, education, gender diversity, and work experience.

The Pre-PI score will be used to rank the candidates, and based on that, the candidates will be shortlisted for the personal interview.

IIM Amritsar MBA selection process includes a personal interview with shortlisted candidates. The interview evaluates the candidate's academic background, work experience, and personal traits.

Components  Weightage  
Personal Interview  70% 
Work Experience  10% 
Gender  10% 
Academic Diversity  10% 

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IIM Amritsar MBA Admission: How to Apply? 

To apply for MBA Admission at IIM Amritsar, follow the steps mentioned below: 

  • Visit the official CAT website or www.iimcat.ac.in and complete the application form with all your personal, academic, and professional details.
  • Ensure that you upload all the necessary documents. 
  • Select Amritsar IIM as one of your preferences in the CAT application itself. 
  • Please review all the details carefully, make necessary corrections, and pay the application fee before submitting the form. 

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IIM Amritsar Admission Process - Documents Required 

Here are the necessary documents required during the IIM Amritsar form-filling process:

  • 10th and 12th marksheets. 
  • Entrance exam scorecard (CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF(NET)). 
  • Birth certificate. 
  • ID proof. 
  • Statement of Purpose. 
  • Work Experience Letters/Pay slips (If applicable) 
  • Passport-size photographs. 
  • Migration/Transfer certificate. 

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IIM Amritsar EMBA  Admission 2024

The candidates who hold a bachelor’s degree with 3 years of work experience are eligible to apply for the EMBA program. The EMBA admission process includes the following stages:

Admission Stage  Description  
Application Process  Interested candidates can fill out the EMBA application form on the IIM Amritsar website. 
IAAT Exam  The applicants who have not appeared for CAT/ GMAT/ GRE/ GATE will have to appear for the IIM Amritsar Admission Test (IAAT). 
Interview The candidates will be shortlisted for the interview based on the test scores and the information provided.
Admission Offer  The final decision will be made after the PI and the selected students are offered admission. 

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IIM Amritsar EMBA Selection Criteria 

  • Bachelor’s degree in any discipline 
  • Minimum 3 years of working experience in managerial/entrepreneurial/professional role as on 31/05/2024 

IIM Amritsar Courses & Fees 

Courses  Fees 
MBA  ₹ 16.50 L (General) 
MBA BA  ₹ 16.50 L (General) 
MBA HR  ₹ 16.50 L (General) 
EMBA  ₹ 12.00 L (General) 

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IIM Amritsar Recruitment: MBA Placements 2023 

Particulars  2023 Placement Figures
Number of Recruiters  120+ 
Average CTC  INR 16.51 LPA 
Median CTC  INR 16 LPA 

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IIM Amritsar NIRF Ranking Year-Wise Overall Scores 

Amritsar IIM has secured the 51st position in NIRF 2023, which is good progress since 2022. NIRF Ranking 2022 for IIM Amritsar has been at 55th position.

Year   NIRF Rank  NIRF Score 
2022  55  49.88 
2021  67  44.53 

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IIM Amritsar Faculty 

Faculty Name  Faculty Qualification 
Amit Gupta  PhD, University of Maryland 
Ananya Syal  PhD, IIM Ahmedabad 
Aarushi Jain  Ph.D., IIM Indore 

IIM Amritsar Scholarship 

IIM Amritsar offers scholarships based on academic achievement and diversity. Scholarships are available for MBA students; eligibility depends on academic performance and financial need.

  • Scholarship Application Process: Interested students should inquire about the scholarship application process directly with the institute, as details may change yearly. 
  • Scholarship Criteria: The criteria for scholarship eligibility may vary, but they are generally based on the student's academic performance and financial need. 
  • Scholarships for MBA Students: Limited scholarships are offered to eligible MBA students based on academic performance and diversity. 

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IIM Amritsar Hostel 

Indian Institute of Management Amritsar (IIM Amritsar) currently does not have its campus and hostel. The institute is in Blessing City, approximately two kilometers from the Airport, and accommodates students and faculty in a society. 

The hostel facilities include twin-shared rooms with beds, study tables, Wi-Fi, chairs, and cupboards. 

Latest News from IIM Amritsar 

Summer Placements Concluded

IIM Amritsar recently concluded summer placements for the 6th MBA batch, showcasing the institute's commitment to providing placement opportunities for its students. 

IIM Amritsar Alumni  

Some of the Amritsar IIM alumni are as follows: 

  • Sandeep Kumar Gupta, (MBA 2019): PMO Manager at Unacademy. 
  • Radhika Boyat, (PGP 2003): Regional Activation Manager at Xiaomi India. 
  • Ayan Paul, (PGP 2003): Account Development Manager at Adobe. 

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Conclusion 

Indian Institute of Management Amritsar (IIM Amritsar) stands out for its rapid growth, academic excellence, industry relevance, and strong focus on practical learning.

The institute's commitment to providing a holistic education, coupled with its focus on placements and rankings, positions it as a leading institution in nurturing future business leaders. 

 The institute's diverse academic offerings and comprehensive information on admissions and placements further enhance its appeal to prospective students. 

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