IIM Kozhikode Admission Criteria 2025: Check all Important Details

Overview: IIM Kozhikode admission for PGP stage 1 has started for batch 2025-2027. The CAT 2024 candidates willing to join IIM Kozhikode can apply from the official website. Read on to get the complete details!

• IIM Kozhikode, one of the most prestigious IIMs, should be on your radar if you pursue an MBA from the top b-school.
• Admission to PGP courses in IIM Kozhikode is made in three steps: registration, shortlisting as per the CAT 2024 cutoff, and PI and WAT rounds.

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• The qualifying CAT 2024 for IIM Kozhikode is 85 (Gen), 75 (OBC-NCL), 65 (SC) and 55 (ST/PwD) candidates.
• For the final selection in the IIM Kozhikode PGP programme, the weightage for CAT scores is 35 points, while for PI and WAT is 55.

Continue reading to know about the IIM Kozhikode MBA fees, IIM Kozhikode courses, IIM Kozhikode admission process and more!

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What's New About IIM Kozhikode Admission 2025

Here are the latest updates about the IIM Kozhikode admission process 

• You can now apply for the PhD program for 2025 until January 31, 2025. The entrance test will be on February 2, 2025, and interviews will likely happen from April 15 to April 19, 2025.
• The registration process for IIM Kozhikode PGP stage 1 has started, and the candidates can visit the official website to apply.
• For the PGP in Business Leadership (PGP-BL) program for 2025, the last date to withdraw from any phase is February 20, 2025.
• Please note that registration for MTech admissions with a late fee for GATE 2025 is now closed. The GATE 2025 exam will be held on February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025.

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IIM Kozhikode Admission Criteria 2025 Stages 

The Kozhikode IIM admission criteria and selection process include various stages, including shortlisting candidates based on CAT scores, academic record, writing ability test (WAT) and personal interview (PI).

Stage 1: Registration of Candidates Meeting the Kozhikode IIM admission criteria

• The first and foremost step is to fill out the IIM Kozhikode registration form.
• All those candidates who appeared for the CAT 2024 and cleared the IIM Kozhikode Cutoff can apply from the official website.
• The candidates who meet the minimum eligibility criteria and clear the required cutoff will receive an email for online registration for admission to IIM Kozhikode.

IIM Kozhikode 2025 PGP Stage-1 Registration Here- Direct Link

Note* Only those CAT 2024 candidates who have completed the online registration process for IIM Kozhikode are considered for Stage 2.

Stage 2: Shortlisting of Candidates based on ASI 

• Stage 2 of IIM Kozhikode admissions includes shortlisting candidates in each reservation category based on Aggregate Index Score (AIS). 
• This Aggregate Index Score (AIS) is calculated based on candidates' performance in the CAT 2024, their academic track in classes 10th and 12th, their work experience (if any) and gender / academic diversity. 

Stage 3: Shortlisting for Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI)

It is the final stage of the IIM Kozhikode admissions 2025; the shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal Interview(PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT).

Once the PI and WAT sessions conclude, the IIM Kozhikode will prepare a category-wise merit list according to the candidate's CAT, PI, WAT, and resume performance.

Note* Admission offers will be made to the candidates following the merit list as per the Government of India reservation norms.

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IIM Kozhikode Cut-Off 2025

The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode had released the CAT cutoff 2024 for their admission process.

The candidates meeting the eligibility criteria and clearing the CAT 2024 cutoff can apply for the PGP stage 1. Here is the category-wise CAT cutoff for IIM Kozhikode selection criteria 2025:

Minimum Percentile requirements for the 1st shortlist
Categories	VARC	DILR	QA	Overall
General	80	80	75	85
NC-OBC	70	65	65	75
EWS	70	65	65	75
SC	65	60	60	70
ST	55	55	55	65
PwD	45	45	45	55

Candidates who selected IIM Kozhikode in the CAT 2024 application form and meet the final CAT cut-off will be eligible for the WAT-PI round.

To participate, they must register online for the WAT-PI round on the official website.

Only those who complete the registration process for IIM Kozhikode by the deadline after the CAT 2024 results are announced will be considered for the Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT).

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IIM Kozhikode Admission Criteria: Eligibility

All candidates who have opted for IIM Kozhikode and are fulfilling the below-mentioned IIM Kozhikode admission criteria for the PGP program will receive an email for online registration for admissions to IIM Kozhikode:

• Those candidates with a "Graduation Degree" must secure a minimum of 60% aggregate marks.
• Those candidates who do not have a Graduation Degree but completed CA/CMA(ICWA)/CS must secure a minimum of 50 % aggregate.
• Those candidates who have secured 50 per cent aggregate marks in CA/CMA(ICWA)/CS and have a Graduation Degree must secure a minimum of 60 per cent aggregate marks in their Graduation Degree.

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Key Takeaways

• Please read the admissions policy before filling out the form to qualify for IIM Kozhikode admission criteria.
• Ensure the filling out of the form is in chronological order. 
• Carefully read all declarations before placing a checkmark. 
• Verify that all relevant certificates are readily available as required on each page of the registration form. 
• Information in grey fields is sourced from the CAT registration form and is non-editable. 
• Every piece of data entered in this registration form is crucial; therefore, exercise caution when inputting information in each column. 
• Upon completing each page, please click the 'save and continue' button. 
• Enter your academic marks and details with utmost care, strictly adhering to the provided instructions. 
• Only complete partial submissions or forms with final submission will be accepted. 
• Once the final submission is made, no changes can be made to the entered data.