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- Estd. 2015
IIM Amritsar Admission dates 2026
M.Sc. Admissions 2026
- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: IIT JAM, GATE, CAT
| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
27 Mar '26 - 15 Apr '26 | RegistrationOngoing |
3 Jun '26 - 3 Jul '26 | Opening and Closing of Withdrawal Option |
9 Jul '26 | Donwload offer letter |
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Candidates aspiring to take admission to the MBA programme must meet the minimum CAT percentile mentioned in the cutoff list released by IIM Amritsar. According to the cutoff list for admission to the MBA programme at IIM Amritsar, the minimum percentile for overall and section-wise categories in CAT was 94 in the year 2022. So, if trends are to be trusted then the minimum percentile for overall as well as section-wise category in the CAT exam should be near 94. Hence, students are advised to prepare well for the CAT exam. Click here for more cutoff details for the MBA programme at IIM Amritsar.
Yes, Indian Institute of Management–Amritsar (IIM–Amritsar) has collaborated with various colleges, organisations, and universities. The Indian Institute of Management–Amritsar (IIM–Amritsar) has signed MoUs with various companies, industries, and organisations. The below-mentioned table reflects on the IIM Amritsar collaborations:
| IIM Amritsar Collaborations | ||
|---|---|---|
| Cogoport | Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) | - |
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The average and median package offered during the campus placement of IIM Amritsar for the year is INR 16.51 LPA and INR 16 LPA, respectively. Given below is the placement details for the MBA programme for the year 2022 and 2023.
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2022) | Placement Statistics (2023) |
|---|---|---|
the highest package | INR 25.21 LPA | INR 36.25 LPA (international) |
Average package | INR 14.63 LPA | INR 16.51 LPA |
Median package | INR 13.54 LPA | INR 16 LPA |
Top 25% average package | INR 18.54 LPA | INR 20.57 LPA |
Top 50% average package | N/A | INR 19.54 LPA |
No. of PPOs | 23 | 25 |
No. of companies participated | 110+ | 120+ |
Total students | N/A | 257 |
Students placed | 212 | N/A |
The number of companies that visited the institute campus over the past three years indicates an improving trend. The count of recruiters increased from 88 in 2021 to over 110 in 2022. The number further increased in 2023 placements. The infographic below depicts the IIM Amritsar placement trends for the past three years:

The table given below shows the salary comparison of closely ranked IIMs:
| IIM Name | Average Package (2024) | Highest Package (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| IIM Amritsar | INR 19.73 LPA (Top quartile) | - INR 58.52 LPA (International) - INR 28 LPA (Domestic) |
| IIM Visakhapatnam | INR 15.61 LPA | INR 43.25 LPA |
| IIM Sambalpur | INR 14.21 LPA | - INR 23.50 LPA (Domestic) |
| IIM Nagpur | INR 16.29 LPA | INR 38.40 LPA |
IIM Amritsar is better in some ways whereas IIM Visakhapatnam is better in other ways. Hence, it depends on students what forms their foremost preference.
CAT is a highly competitive exam which is a must-have for admission to IIMs and other top Management colleges. A well-planned strategy along with a correct approach is essential for admission to MBA courses in India, especially in the top MBA colleges in India. A prep strategy that will help you ace the CAT exam for admission to IIM Amritsar is as follows:
- Check the CAT syllabus and exam pattern
- Read books, editorials, newspapers, and journals to improve your vocabulary and reading skills. Check VARC questions with answers.
- Choose the right reference book
- Solve as many CAT Mock Tests as possible. Download for FREE!
- Solve previous year's CAT question papers for thorough revision to reduce the scope of mistakes
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The highest package offered during MBA and MSc Data Science & Management placements 2025 was 25.86 LPA and 28 LPA.
Earlier, during 2024 placements, the highest domestic package stood at INR 28 LPA. Students also managed to grab international offers with the highest international package of INR 58.52 LPA. Earlier, the highest package offered in 2023 was INR 36.25 LPA. Looking at the past three years' stats (2022 to 2024), an improving trend was recorded in the highest package. The table below represents the IIM Amritsar the highest package trends:
| Particulars | Placement Statistics (2022) | Placement Statistics (2023) | Placement Statistics (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest package | INR 25.21 LPA | INR 36.25 LPA | - INR 58.52 LPA (International) - INR 28 LPA (Domestic) |
The "best" course at IIM Amritsar depends on the student's interests and professional objectives. The Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM), however, is regarded as one of IIM Amritsar's flagship programs. It offers a thorough curriculum that covers many management disciplines and gives students the abilities they need for leadership positions. To ensure holistic development, the programme places a strong emphasis on industry interactions, real-world applications, and experiential learning. Strong faculty, contemporary facilities, and industry partnerships at IIM Amritsar all contribute to the PGPM students' positive learning experiences.
There is no such provision for direct admission to any of the courses offered at IIM Amritsar along with the MBA programme. Candidates willing to take admission in the MBA programme at IIM Amirtsar must fulfil the following requirements:
- Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories).
- Candidates must have valid score in CAT exam based on which they will be shortlisted for the Personal Interview (PI) round.
- Candidates who qualify the Personal Interview (PI) round will have to report to the admission cell at IIM Amritsar for document verification and fee payment for final seat allotment.
IIM Amritsar and IIM Sirmaur offers two-year MBA programmes. Both are NIRF ranked IIMs recognised for their MBA course. Below is the comparison between the MBA course offered by them:
| IIMs | Total Tuition Fee* | the highest Package (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| IIM Amritsar | INR 12.5 lakh | INR 36.25 LPA |
| IIM Sirmaur | INR 9.5 Lacs - INR 16 lakh | INR 64.12 LPA |
*This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.
IIM Amritsar offers three sepcialisations for the MBA programme:
Candidates seeking admission in any of the aforesaid MBA specialisations must possess a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories). Also, candidates should have a valid score in CAT exam as IIM Amritsar shortlist candidates based on their CAT percentile for the Personal Interview (PI) round.
During 2024 placements, the institute witnessed the participation of recruiters from varied sectors such as Aerospace, Analytics, Automobile, BFSI, FMCG/ FMCD, Consulting, IT, Logistics, Oil & Gas, etc. Several first-time recruiters also participated in 2024 placements. Some of the prominent companies that were part of IIM Amritsar placements 2024 are listed below:
| IIM Amritsar Placements 2024: Top Recruiters | ||
|---|---|---|
| Landmark Group | Adani Group | CRISIL |
| Genpact | TVS | Flipkart |
| Amazon | TASC | EY |
| Deloitte | Accenture | TCS |
Candidates seeking admission the MBA programme at IIM Amritsar must apply for the CAT exam by completing the CAT application process by paying the application fee of INR 2400 (for UR candidates) and INR 1200 (for reserved categories). Follow the steps given below to complete the CAT application process.
- Visit the official website of CAT.
- Click on 'new registration' and enter the mandatory fields to get the login credentials.
- Log in with the ID received in the email to fill out the application form.
- Enter the required personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned images of the candidate's photograph and signature.
- Select preferred courses and IIMs.
- Select test city preference for exam centre allotment.
- Pay the application fee via credit/debit card or net banking for final submission.
- Take the print of the acknowledgement slip for future reference.
Candidates based on their CAT score will be shortlisted for the Personal Interview (PI) round. Those who qualify the PI round will be required to report to the admission cell at IIM Amristar.
Candidates needs to pass the graduation for applying to MBA course. The eligibility criteria for admission at IIM Amritsar are as follows:
- Bachelor degree irrespective of the discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate.
- A valid CAT score is must.
Yes, IIM Amritsar provide equal opportunity to students to apply for scholarships. The IIM Amritsar scholarship recipient will continue to receive the allotted scholarship in the second year of the MBA programme as well only if the candidate secures a CGPA of not less than 2.96 in the first year.
Over the past few years, the Indian Institute of Management–Amritsar (IIM Amritsar) has been ranked under multiple streams namely Management, and others. A few of the important Indian Institute of Management–Amritsar (IIM–Amritsar) rankings are mentioned below:
| Ranking Body | Ranks |
|---|---|
| NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) 2023 for Management | 51 |
| NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) 2022 for Management | 55 |
Indian Institute of Management–Amritsar (IIM–Amritsar) was established in 2015 and is ranked 51 by NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) 2023 for Management. Amritsar IIM offers postgraduate, doctoral, and various other programmes to students. These programmes are provided across the Management and several other streams. Since its establishment in 2015, the college has gained popularity across the globe.
Yes, IIM Amritsar offers a two-year full-time MBA programme in three specialisations, namely General, Human Resources and Business Analytics. MBA is the flagship programme of IIM Amritsar. Candidates willing to take admission in MBA programme at IIM Amritsar must take the CAT exam because IIM Amritsar MBA admission is based on valid CAT score. The first level of selection for PI is based on CAT. The final ranking list of candidates for admission to the MBA 2024 program will be based on the composite score. The composite score include the PI score and Post PI score.
Yes, IIM Amritsar offers a two-year full time Executive MBA Programme. IIM Amritsar Executive MBA programme is specially curated for working professionals. The programme will be conducted in blended mode (offline + online).
Candidates willing to pursue executive MBA programme at IIM Amritsar must have a valid CAT/ GMAT score (last two years), for candidates who haven’t appeared in CAT or GMAT must take the entrance test conducted by IIM Amritsar and three year of work experience.
Candidates having a valid CAT/ GMAT/ GRE score will be shortlisted for the personal interview (PI) round. Candidates who qualify the personal interview (PI) round will have to report to the admission cell at IIM Amritsar for document verification and fee payment for final seat allotment.
The total tuition fee for IIM Amritsar MBA is INR 12.5 lakh. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Candidate can refer to IIM Amritsar official website for more details on the same. The total tuition fee for the MBA programme at IIM Amritsar is inclusive of admission fee, caution deposit, and other facilities charges offered at IIM Amritsar. Below is MBA fee breakup:
| Fee Component | Fee |
|---|---|
| One-time fee | INR 25,000 |
| Tuition fee | INR 12.50 lakh |
| Hostel fee | INR 1.05 lakh |
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Answered 6 months ago
Candidates who have complete master's degree or PG Diploma or its equivalent in any discipline with first-class or BTech/4-year degree with 6.5 CGPA or equivalent are eligible to apply for PhD programme at IIM Amritsar.
Aspirants with any professional qualification such as CA/ ICWA/ CS/CFA- Level-II
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Answered 6 months ago
Candidates must pass a bachelor's or a master's degree or any other equivalent degree, preferably involving Management, Mathematics, Computer Science or allied fields with at least 60% aggregate or 6.0 CGPA or first class to apply for MSc programme at IIM Amritsar. Besides, aspirants must also have
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Answered 6 months ago
IIM Amritsar shortlists candidates based on their entrance exam scores at the first level. Aspirants must have a valid score in CAT, GATE, GMAT, GRE or JAM for admission. Shortlisted candidates are further called for a personal interview round for admission. The institute also considers Class 10, Cl
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Answered a year ago
IIM Amritsar and IIM Jammu both offer MBA admission based on the CAT entrance exam. The final CAT cutoff is comparatively higher for IIM Amritsar (95-96) than IIT Jammu (90) for the General AI category students. Candidates can refer to the table below to check other aspects as well, such as tuition
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Answered a year ago
The tuition fee for the MBA course at IIM Nagpur is INR 18.9 lakh. For IIM Amritsar the fees rangees from and INR 12.5 Lacs to INR 14 lakh. This is clearly stating that IIM Amritsar is more affordable than IIM Nagpur.
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