IIM Kozhikode Admission Criteria 2024: Check all Important Details

Overview: IIM Kozhikode admission criteria for 2024 has taken the lead in commencing its shortlisting process by releasing its application form for its 2024 admissions. This blog is curated to simplify and clarify each stage of the admission criteria and form filling. Let's dive in!

• IIM Kozhikode is one of the top B schools in India that has ranked 3rd by National Institutional ranking framework (NIRF).
• IIM Kozhikode offers various courses like PGP, PGP in finance, PGP-BL, PGP-LSM and Ph.D.
• The foremost admission criteria for MBA at IIM Kozhikode is the CAT exam scorecard.
• The last date to apply for the CAT entrance exam is 13th September 2024 and the main exam is on 24 November 2024. 

Let's learn some more details about the IIM Kozhikode admission criteria for 2024 here!

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IIM Kozhikode Admission Criteria 2024 Highlights 

The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode is the 5th IIM founded by the Government of India. It is located in Kerala. Here are the key details regarding the same:

IIM Kozhikode Particulars	Description
IIM Kozhikode Year of Establishment	1996
IIM Kozhikode Campus Area	112.5 Acres
IIM Kozhikode Accepting Exam for MBA	Common Admission Test
IIM Kozhikode Academic Courses	3 Degrees and 7 Courses
IIM Kozhikode Institute Type	Institute of National Importance
IIM Kozhikode Types of Scholarships Offered	Merit-based and Need-based scholarship available to limited students.
IIM Kozhikode Student Intake	480 Seats
IIM Kozhikode Stage 1 Application Form Start Date	January 5, 2025 (Tentative)
IIM Kozhikode Stage 1 Application Form End Date	January 9, 2025 (Tentative)
IIM Kozhikode Official website	www.iimk.ac.in

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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 and 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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Note: For the category wise sectional cut-offs and academic weightage (in percentage), refer to the pdf attached below.

IIM Kozhikode Admission Criteria 2024: Stages 

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

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

Stage 2: Shortlisting for Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI)

Stage 3: Final Selection of the candidate.

For better clarity, click through the following official pdf, where all the stages are well explained:

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

Step 1: Accessing the Application

Visit the link sent to your registered email ID to begin the application process for IIM Kozhikode admission process.

Step 2:  Reading General Instructions

Upon reaching the homepage, carefully read all the general instructions.

Step 3:  Entering Personal Details

Fill in your personal information such as Name, Date of Birth (DOB), Gender, Category, Email ID, Mobile Number, and Persons with Disability (PwD) status.

Step 4: Academic Document Submission

Upload the necessary documents for your Secondary School Certificate (SSC), Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC), Graduation, and Post-Graduation (if applicable).

Step 5: Academic Diversity

Indicate your academic background, specifying whether it is in Engineering or a Non-Engineering field.

Step 6: : Post-Graduation Details

If you have pursued post-graduation, add the relevant details in the provided column.

Step 7:  Professional Qualifications and Certifications

Provide details of any Professional Qualifications (such as CA, CMA, or CS) and Certifications (CFA, FRM, or PRM) you may have.

Step 8: Work Experience Documentation

Submit valid documents from your current full-time employer to verify your work experience as of December 31, 2023.

Step 9:  Answering Personal Insight Questions

In this penultimate step, answer five questions that may include describing your strengths and weaknesses, significant accomplishments, hobbies, and other personal insights.

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Key Takeaways

• Please read the admissions policy before you start the form filling process to be eligible for IIM Kozhikode admission criteria.
• Ensure the form filling 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.

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