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IIM Bangalore: Admission 2024, Placements, Courses, Cut Off, Eligibility, Rankings

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IIM Bangalore Highlights 2024

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Q:   What is the rank of IIM Bangalore for MBA?

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IIM Bangalore is a prestigious management institute in India. It has been ranked by QS World University Ranking 2024 at 31st under the Masters in Management category. Tabulated below is the list of ranks awarded to IIM Bangalore by various national and international ranking bodies:

Ranking Body

Category

Ranking

QS World University Ranking 2024

Masters in Management

31

QS World University Ranking 2023

Subject-wise

61

NIRF 2023

Management

2

NIRF 2022

Management

2

To know more about the IIM Bangalore rankings, candidates can click here.

Q:   What is IIM Bangalore famous for?

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Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) is a leading school of Management in Asia. IIM Bangalore is famous for its academics, faculty and strong alumni network. IIM Bangalore has been ranked 61 by the QS World University Ranking (By Subject) 2023 with a score of 74.90. IIM Bangalore offers a stimulating learning environment on its 100-acre campus in the heart of the city. As per the 2023 placements report, IIM Bangalore has seen a rise of 4% in the average package when compared with 2022 placements. Accredited by the EQUIS since 2010, it is the only Indian Management B-school in the Global Network for Advanced Management. It is also part of the Yale-initiated network of 32 top-notch global B-schools. IIM Bangalore has crossed over 225 incubates and has an alumni entrepreneur network of over 40,000 students with its NSRCEL incubator.

Q:   Is it hard to get a seat in IIM Bangalore?

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Yes, IIM Bangalore is one of the toughest business schools to get admission to, and every year, even CAT 99+ percentilers miss out on a call from the institute. IIM Bangalore uses multiple parameters, namely academic performance as well as candidates' scores in CAT/GMAT to select candidates for the PGP programme. IIMB adopts a two-phase selection process and accordingly, these selection criteria are applied in two phases. The first phase of the process is applied to all eligible candidates who appear for CAT to determine candidates to be called for a personal interview (PI). Candidates selected for the PI process will be additionally required to take a Writing Ability Test (WAT).

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Q:   Is IIM Bangalore a government institute?

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Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIM Bangalore, or IIMB) is a public business school. It is an 'Institute of National Importance' located in Bangalore, India. IIM Bangalore was established in 1973. It is the second-best Management institute in India, according to the NIRF ranking for 2023. The flagship programme of IIM Bangalore is the MBA. The EMBA programme has also been ranked 52nd by the FT Global Rankings 2023. IIM Bangalore's 2-year MBA programme offers admission through CAT. IIM Bangalore cut-off is around 95 percentile overall for the Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds.

Q:   Does IIM Bangalore consider 12th marks?

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No matter how much a student secures in Class 12, IIM Bangalore, while shortlisting candidates for MBA follows a normalization process and gives weightage to all exam scores, i.e., Class 10, Class 12 or graduation. The process of normalisation is explained below:

  1. For IIM Bangalore PGP admission 2024, a shortlist will be prepared comprising the names of candidates who have secured a pre-determined minimum score on all sections of CAT 2023 exam.
  2. All the subsequent processing, standardization and selection are limited to candidates selected to the first short list alone. Therefore, the CAT score alone is used as the basis for arriving at the first short list
  3. For all candidates in the first shortlist, a candidate’s percentage scores in the Class 10 and Class 12 board exams are adjusted by dividing each such score by the 90th percentile score obtained in that board. For this purpose, the database of Class 10 and Class 12 scores of all CAT applicants of the past two years is used for identifying the 90th percentile score for each Class 10 and Class 12 scores board.
  4. The weightage allocated to each selection parameter is as follows:

Parameter for IIM-B Selection

Weightage

CAT

55%

Class 10

10%

Class 12

10%

UG Degree

10%

Gender Diversity

05%

Work Experience/ Professional Course (whichever weight is higher)

10%

IIM Bangalore Courses and Fees 2024

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MBA/PGDM(4 courses)
12.5 L - 24.5 L
Graduation : 50 %
Exams : CAT
Certificate(79 courses)
65 K - 17.8 L
– / –
23 L
Graduation : 50 %
Ph.D.(1 course)
– / –
Graduation : 55 %
Exams : CATGATE+1 More
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Q:   Is IIM Bangalore good for MBA?

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Getting an MBA from an IIM in India, IIM Bangalore or any other is undoubtedly worthwhile. Considered among the top B-schools in India for Management (PGP) education, IIMs carry a brand name and reputation which is competitive even in the international education industry. Moving to IIM Bangalore, IIM-B is the second-best IIM and Management institute in the country as per NIRF report 2023. Some of the key areas which make IIM Bangalore MBA (PGP degree) one of the best in the country are as follows:

  • Total Fee: INR 24.5 lakh
  • Median package: INR 33.00 LPA
  • Average package: INR 35.31 LPA

By paying a total fee of approximately INR 25 lakh, a return average value between INR 33 Lacs and INR 35 Lacs per annum is received by the students. Other than the ROI value, students get placement in top companies and the IIM-B label gives a significant boost to a student’s career in terms of opportunities. Some other factors that make IIM-B an option worth choosing are its academic, campus life and placements. Check out multiple verified students’ reviews on IIM Bangalore available on Shiksha.

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Q:   What are the courses offered at IIM Bangalore?

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IIM Bangalore offers several PG and doctoral-level programmes in the field of Management, such as PGP, PGP-BA, E-PGP, PGPEM, PGPPM and PhD to the students. Apart from all these courses, IIMA offers NS Ramaswamy Pre-doctoral Fellowship (NSR Pre-doc) and Mahatma Gandhi National Fellowship of one-year duration to the students. A list of all IIM_B courses is as follows:

  • MBA
  • MBA in Business Analytics
  • EPGP
  • PGPEM
  • PGPPM
  • PhD
  • Certificate in N.S. Ramaswamy Pre-doctoral Fellowship
  • Certificate in Mahatma Gandhi National Fellowship

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Q:   What is the fees for MBA in IIM Bangalore?

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The total tuition fee of PGP course is INR 24.50 lakh. This fee, however, is obtained from an unofficial source. Hence, is completely indicative. Other than the course fee, aspirants are required to pay the registration fee for CAT. The application fee is INR 2,300 for General, EWC and NC-OBC category students and is INR 1,150 for SC, ST and PwD category students. For more details, students are advised to visit the official website or visit the admission office for details. 

Q:   Is there any provision of seat reservation at IIM-B for MBA?

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No, IIM Bangalore or any other IIMs do not offer reservation of seats to the students. However, the qualifying criteria for General and reserved categories are comparatively different. Please find below the category-wise qualifying cutoff required by all candidates.

Category

Section-1 VARC

Section-2 DILR

Section-3 QUANT

CAT 2023 Overall percentile

General

80

75

75

85

NC-OBC

70

65

65

75

EWS

70

65

65

75

SC

65

60

60

70

ST

55

55

55

65

PWD

50               

50              

50             

60           

Q:   What is the fee for MBA course at IIM Bangalore?

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The total tuition fee of PGP course is INR 24.50 lakh. This fee, however, is sourced from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative. Other than the course fee, students are required to pay the registration fee for CAT. The application fee is INR 2,400 for General, EWC and NC-OBC category students and is INR 1,200 for SC, ST and PwD category students.

IIM Bangalore Admission Process and Important Dates 2024

MBA/PGDM Admissions 2023

4 Courses40 weeks-2 years
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  • Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: CAT
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11 Oct '23 - 30 Nov '23
MBA/PGDM (EPGP) R3 Application windowOngoing
16 Dec '23 - 17 Dec '23
MBA/PGDM (EPGP) R3 Interviews (Tentative)
5 Jan '24
MBA/PGDM (EPGP) R3 Offers & Waitlist (Tentative)
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Q:   How can I get admission in IIM Bangalore?

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To be selected in IIM Bangalore, candidates are required to have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% or an equivalent CGPA (45% for candidates belonging to the SC/ST/PwD category). IIM Bangalore admission 2024 is completely entrance-based. Admission to the flagship course, i.e., the MBA of IIM Bangalore, is based on a valid score in the CAT exam, followed by a personal interview (PI) and written ability test (What) round. IIM Bangalore offers admission to Indian students via CAT and international students via GMAT/GRE. IIM Bangalore conducts the IIM-B tests for admission to Executive MBA (EPGP) and PhD courses.

Q:   What is the selection process for IIM Bangalore MBA?

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Candidates selected for MBA course based on their Class 10, Class 12, CAT qualifying and CAT final cutoff are called for further selection rounds, such as the Written Ability Test and Personal Interview. A commutative score is then calculated based on the performance of the candidates in all the aforementioned parameters. Similarly for other courses, applicants who meet the set eligibility need to go through the institute-specific selection process and get shortlisted. After completion of the selection rounds, a category-wise merit list is released based on the Final Composite Score. The provisional admission offers are made accordingly, adhering to the reservation norms. Students who are willing to take admission now must pay the admission fee and confirm their seat. Read more on IIM Bangalore admission here

Q:   Is IIM Bangalore good for MBA?

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Getting an MBA from an IIM in India, IIM Bangalore or any other is undoubtedly worthwhile. Considered among the top B-schools in India for Management (PGP) education, IIMs carry a brand name and reputation which is competitive even in the international education industry. Moving to IIM Bangalore, IIM-B is the second-best IIM and Management institute in the country as per NIRF report 2023. Some of the key areas which make IIM Bangalore MBA (PGP degree) one of the best in the country are as follows:

  • Total Fee: INR 24.5 lakh
  • Median package: INR 33.00 LPA
  • Average package: INR 35.31 LPA

By paying a total fee of approximately INR 25 lakh, a return average value between INR 33 Lacs and INR 35 Lacs per annum is received by the students. Other than the ROI value, students get placement in top companies and the IIM-B label gives a significant boost to a student’s career in terms of opportunities. Some other factors that make IIM-B an option worth choosing are its academic, campus life and placements. Check out multiple verified students’ reviews on IIM Bangalore available on Shiksha.

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Q:   What is the admission process for Executive MBA at IIM Bangalore?

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Admission to EPGP course is based on  GRE/ GMAT/ IIMB Test scores. Candidates are shortlisted for the WAT and PI round on the basis of their performance in the entrance exam, scholastic achievement and relevant work experience. An intensive one-year residential programme leading to an MBA, admission to this course is provided to students who qualify all the selection rounds. More highlights regarding IIM Bangalore E-MBA admission are as follows:

Particulars

Admission Highlights (2023)

Course duration

1-year

Seat intake*

75

Total fee*

INR 23 lakh

Eligibility criteria

- A graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate or equivalent CGPA (45% aggregate or equivalent for SC/ ST/ PwD).

- Those who have not undergone any UG degree but completed their CA/ ICWA/ CS after Class 12 are also eligible. The requirement of minimum percentage marks /CGPA remains the same as mentioned above.

- Minimum 5 years (and preferably less than 12 years) of work experience as of March 31 of the year of admission after completion of graduation

- A valid GMAT or GRE score

Selection criteria

Academic record, GMAT/GRE scores, quality of work experience, PI and WAT

Q:   How can I get MBA in IIM Bangalore?

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IIM Bangalore offers an MBA and a few other courses at PG levels in the field of Management. IIM Bangalore admission is entrance-based for all courses. Students are required to go through the national-level entrances and then appear for the institute-level selection rounds for final admission. Check below the eligibility criteria for all IIM Bangalore programmes:

Course Name

Eligibility Criteria

MBA

Graduation with 50% aggregate (45 % for SC/ST students)

MBA in Business Analytics

Graduation

PGPEM

- Graduation in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate SC/ ST/ PwD)

- A minimum of 4-year work experience is required

PGPPM

- Graduation in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate SC/ ST/ PwD)

- A minimum of 5-year work experience is required

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IIM Bangalore Placements 2023

CourseMedian Salary
MBA/PGDM
33 LPA
Executive MBA/PGDM
32.21 LPA

Top Recruiters

Accenture
American Express
Microsoft
Wipro
Angel Broking
Asian Paints
Axis Bank
Bosch Ltd
castrol
Cognizant
Info Edge (India) Ltd.
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Q:   What is the salary package offered by IIM Bangalore?

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The average and median package offered during IIM Bangalore PGP + PGP BA placements 2023 stood at INR 35.31 LPA and INR 33 LPA, respectively. For EPGP course, the average and median packages offered was  INR 33.07 LPA and INR 32.21 LPA, respectively. Candidates of IIM Bangalore saw a rise of 4% in the average package when compared with the 2022 placement. About 606 offers were accepted during IIM Bangalore PGP and PGP BA placements. The top recruiters at IIM Bangalore in 2023 included leading companies such as The Boston Consulting Group, Bain & Company, Accenture Strategy CN, Tata Consultancy Services, McKinsey & Company, etc.

Q:   Who are the top recruiters of IIM Bangalore?

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A total of 164 companies visited the campus during IIM Bangalore PGP and PGP BA placements in 2023 and 606 offers were made to the students. The top recruiters and the number of offers for placement 2023 are tabulated below:

Final Placement Top RecruitersPGP + PGP BA Offers Made (2023)
The Boston Consulting Group26
Bain & Company22
Accenture Strategy CN22
Tata Consultancy Services18
McKinsey & Company16

Q:   Which sector places most number of students during IIM Bangalore EPGP Placements?

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IT sector emerged as the top recruiting sector that made 27 offers (37% of the total offers made) during IIM Bangalore EPGP Placements 2023. The sector-wise offers made (in %) during IIM Bangalore EPGP Placements 2023 is presented below:

Note: The “Others” category includes the sectors of Analytics, Insurance, Higher Education, E-Commerce, Fashion & Retail, Marketing & Advertising and Nonprofit Organization Management. The sector-wise offers made and offers made (in %) during IIM Bangalore EPGP Placements 2023 is presented below:

SectorsEPGP No. of Offers (2023)EPGP No. of Offers in % (2022)
IT2737%
Consulting1724%
Manufacturing711%
Automotive46%
BFSI46%
Analytics35%
Insurance34%
Higher Education23%
E-Commerce11%
Fashion & Retail11%
Marketing & Advertising11%
Nonprofit Organization Management11%

Q:   What is the median package offered during IIM Bangalore EPGP placements?

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The median package offered during EPGP placements 2023 stood at INR 32.21 LPA. Further, an improving trend was witnessed in the median salary offered over the past three years during IIM Bangalore EPGP placements, which is presented below:

The median salary trends witnessed during IIM Bangalore EPGP placements over the past three years are presented below:

ParticularsEPGP Placement Statistics (2021)EPGP Placement Statistics (2022)EPGP Placement Statistics (2023)
Median PackageINR 26.00 LPAINR 30.00 LPAINR 32.21 LPA

Q:   What is the median package offered during IIM Bangalore MBA placements?

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The median package offered during PGP (popularly known as MBA) and PGP BA placements 2023 stood at INR 33.00 LPA. Further, an improving trend was witnessed in the median salary offered over the past three years during IIM Bangalore PGP and PGP BA placements, which is presented below:

The median salary trends witnessed during IIM Bangalore PGP and PGP BA placements over the past three years are presented below:

ParticularsPGP + PGPBA Placement Statistics (2021)PGP + PGPBA Placement Statistics (2022)PGP + PGPBA Placement Statistics (2023)
Median PackageINR 28.60 LPAINR 31.20 LPAINR 33.00 LPA
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IIM Bangalore
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The top recruiting companies are Microsoft Miebach, Mindswork Consulting, BGC, Amazon, Walmart Labs etc.
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Really good infrastructure & teachers.
Placements: There were approximately 90% of students placed in my course. The highest and lowest packages offered were 15 and 7 LPA respectively. Top companies such as Amazon and TCS recruited from my course. There were eighty percent of students who got internships in many companies such as Amazon and Accenture. Companies offer internships to students for roles such as Tally and MS Office Word.
Infrastructure: The college provides many facilities such as Wi-Fi, labs, classrooms, and a library. Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus. The labs are also well-equipped and provide all the necessary materials. The classrooms are very huge and can accommodate all the students comfortably. Projectors are also available in the classrooms. The library is also huge and has all types of books. In my hostel, variety of quality food is available. The quality of all food is very good in the mess and the food is prepared hygienically. Sports and games are also available in the college. The college provides many types of games and sports such as cricket, badminton, and indoor and outdoor games.
Faculty: The teachers are well educated, knowledgeable and they provide solutions to every problem. Their teaching quality is very good. They are very friendly in nature. The college also helps students with industrial visits. In every semester students go for industrial visits. The semester exams are difficult. However, with the help of faculty members, students can crack the exams easily and get good marks. Most students pass the exams with a percentage above 70.
Other: After my graduation, I chose this programme because this course is difficult and I love to do things which are difficult . The best thing about my course is that they improve decision making and skills. I think there is no need to improve anything in my course. Events are held by the college which is very good for students, Campus is very well furnished, Wi-Fi connectivity is also good and high-speed internet is provided in all campus. Scholarship is also available but only to those students who can crack the college entrance exam and get good marks. Extra activities are also done by the college which is very good for all the students.
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Placements: Approximately 65% of students were placed in our course. The highest salary package offered was 2 crore. The lowest salary package offered was 20 LPA. The top recruiting companies were Google, Microsoft, Infosys, etc. Around 55% of students got internships in Infosys.
Infrastructure: In this college, the infrastructure was very good. It provides a Wi-Fi room, playground, badminton court, and tennis courts. The classrooms were technologically advanced. All classes provide digital cameras. The hostel room was available, and I lived in block A. The hostel maid took good care of the students.
Faculty: Faculty members were good. They were well qualified and they were the top teachers in India. They had extraordinary skills for teaching students. The exams were tough, but if students study with sincere and full dedication then they can easily crack the exams with good marks.
Other: I opted for MBA because of my interest in it from a good institute so I researched on Google and I got this institute a good option for me. Moreover in the institute every year an annual fest was held where students participate in different competitions including debate competitions, dance, and singing. I also participated in the dance competition, and our team won the 2nd prize with a cash prize of Rs 60,000. I am satisfied with this college.
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This is one of the best MBA colleges in India.
Placements: The average salary package offered is 15 LPA. Most of the students get internships. IIM Bangalore benchmarks its curriculum against the best in the world to ensure that it delivers quality business education, based on the best pedagogic practices. IIM Bangalore has a streak of maintaining its 100% of placements record, which makes it the best college for MBA students.
Infrastructure: This college provides free Wi-Fi, laboratories, and 24X7 library. The internships are great to understand what field is the best for students, and they can also earn money while they are ATIT. The campus library is one of the best features of this college, and as a voracious reader, I spend the majority of my time there.
Faculty: In this college, teachers are very helpful. Our course curriculum is relevant. If students study well, then exams are not difficult to face. Faculty members are very well experienced and have done lots of research in their field which is the main emphasis of our institute.
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If you can qualify the entrance exam, you can take admission here.
Placements: There are good placements in this college. This college provides 95% placements. The highest package offered is 55 LPA, the average package is 33 LPA, and the lowest package is 23 LPA. The top recruiting companies are Microsoft Miebach, Mindswork Consulting, BGC, Amazon, Walmart Labs etc. 100% of students get internships. The top companies that offered internships are Hindustan Unilever Ltd., McKinsey & Co., Mercer HR Merrill Lynch. Microsoft Miebach, Mindswork Consulting, Morgan Stanley Morgan Stanley Advantage etc.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of IIM Bangalore is very good. We have 24-hour high-speed Wi-Fi. The classrooms are comfortable for students, and the library is well-maintained. There are various books in the library. The hostel is good. Sports facilities are available, but canteen is not cost-effective. The mess food is not as much tasty.
Faculty: The teachers are helpful to students. They are well-qualified and knowledgeable. Their teaching skills are good, and they are friendly with students. The course curriculum is very relevant and makes students industry-ready. Semester exams are not so difficult, so 90% of students pass semester exams.
Other: I chose this course because I have liked accounts and numbers since my childhood. Events are organised from time to time. Various scholarships are available.
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Placements: Around 75% of students were placed in our course. The average salary package offered was 26.18 LPA, whereas the highest salary package offered was 80 LPA. The lowest salary package offered was 10 LPA. Amazon, Brain and Company, Goldman Sachs were the top recruiting companies. Around 50% of students got internships in large and developed top most companies.
Infrastructure: IIM-B library was housed in an autonomous structure of 55000 square feet spread across four levels adjoining the amphitheater. Its electronic assortment contains around 79 assets open 24X7 on and off grounds to its personnel research researchers and understudies and gets around 17 web-based assets as a receipt of methods.
Faculty: Teachers were very helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. They always support students and make them strong to do hard work and prove themselves. Teaching quality was average. Semester exams were not much difficult, and it depend on students to judge them. The pass percentage was 64%.
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IIM Bangalore Cut off 2023

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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - IIM Bangalore : CAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
Section202020212022
Overall999999
Quants809999
VA-RC859999
DI-LR809999
MBA in Business Analytics - IIM Bangalore : CAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
Section20212022
Overall9999
Quants9999
VA-RC9999
DI-LR9999
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Q:   How much cutoff is required for IIM Bangalore admission?

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IIMB uses various criteria, namely academic performance in Classes 10 and 12, as well as the candidate's section-wise scores in CAT, to select the candidates for the PGP programme. Candidates selected for the personal interview will be additionally required to take a Writing Ability Test (WAT) on a topic provided by IIMB. The following table mentions the IIM Bangalore shortlist cutoff across all sections and categories:

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - IIM Bangalore : CAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
Section202020212022
Overall999999
Quants809999
VA-RC859999
DI-LR809999

Q:   What is the sectional criteria in CAT exam to get admission to IIM Bangalore?

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Candidates who want to enrol at IIM Bangalore must take the CAT exam. The WAT and PI are two steps in the admissions process for IIM Bangalore in 2024. In the first step, candidates are chosen based on their CAT sectional cutoffs and the general cutoff for the next round of admission. So, in order to be admitted to IIM Bangalore, you must meet both the sectional and overall cutoffs. Candidates can use CAT Exam College Predictor to get more insight about their admission to IIM Bangalore or other IIMs.

Q:   What is the estimated CAT cutoff for top IIMs including IIM Bangalore?

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CAT Exam is conducted for admission to IIMs for the MBA course. The estimated final cutoffs are the basis on which the candidates are called for the interview round. Tabulated below are the estimated CAT 2023 cutoff percentiles for the General category for admission to top IIMs, including IIM Ahmedabad.

IIMs

CAT cutoffs 2023 (percentile)

IIM Ahmedabad

99-100

IIM Bangalore

99-100

IIM Calcutta

99

IIM Indore

97-98

Q:   What is the minimum percentage required for admission to the PGDM programme at IIM Bangalore?

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The minimum percentage required for admission to the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programme at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore varies from year to year and also depends on various factors such as the number of applicants, their academic backgrounds, and the overall competitiveness of the applicant pool. However, in general, the cutoff for the CAT (Common Admission Test) percentile required to be considered for admission to the PGDM programme at IIM Bangalore is usually around 90 percentile or higher. It's important to note that the CAT percentile is just one of the criteria used in the admission process, and meeting the cutoff does not guarantee admission. Other factors, such as academic performance, work experience, extracurricular activities, and performance in the interview rounds, are also taken into consideration.

Q:   What is the CAT cutoff required to get into IIM Bangalore?

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IIM Bangalore considers two kinds of CAT scores for MBA admission - Qualifying and Final score. Qualifying CAT score is the minimum sectional and overall CAT score used to shortlist students for the Analytical Writing Test (AWT) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds. Candidates above minimum cutoffs in the sectional percentile ranks, the overall percentile rank and having a positive (greater than zero) raw score in all sections of CAT are considered for the next stage. The final CAT score is cutoffs are the basis of which the candidates are called for final selection after the AWT and PI rounds are over. The overall CAT qualifying cutoff for 2022 admission at IIM-B stood at 85 for General category candidates while the final cutoff is considered to stand between 99 and 100 percentile. For other category candidates, this requirement is comparatively low. Check out more details on IIM-Bangalore Cutoff here.

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Q:   Are there any scholarships available at IIM Bangalore?

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Students enrolled in the MBA course at IIM Bangalore are eligible to apply for financial aid if their annual household income is less than INR 8 lakh. Consideration is also given to those students who are experiencing extreme financial difficulties as a result of sudden, unforeseen events. Candidates can refer to the table below to know about IIM Bangalore scholarships, along with information on eligibility requirements and award amounts:

Scholarship NameCategoryEligibility/Amount
Aditya Birla ScholarshipMerit-BasedPGP students of both the first and the second years INR 1.75 lakh
OPJEMS ScholarshipMerit-BasedOffered to top 10 Scholars in 2nd Year INR 1.50 lakh
Citi Women’s Leader AwardMerit-BasedTo Top 25% of the Batch based on 1st Year Performance
Siddhartha Padam AwardDirector’s Meritthe highest CGPA in Economic, Finance & Accounting INR 50,000
IIMB PGP Alumni First BatchDifferently-AbledINR 75,000, a Medallion, and a Certificate

Q:   Can I get financial aid at IIM Bangalore?

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Yes, IIMB extends financial aid to students in need of assistance. The objective of the Financial Aid Policy at IIMB is to ensure that no student is deprived of education at the institute for financial reasons. All PGP students with annual family incomes below INR 8 LPA are eligible to apply for financial aid. Other students with severe financial difficulties arising from sudden unforeseen circumstances are also considered. The Financial Aid Committee undertakes a two-step process for deciding the number of awardees and the quantum of aid. In the first stage, the students are given a financial status score based on four criteria: Annual Gross Household Income (including income of the student if employed before joining IIMB and outstanding loans if any, provided they were not taken for conspicuous consumption), household savings, real estate assets, and other assets. Based on this score, some of the students were called for personal interaction with a faculty panel. Based on the weighted average of these two scores, applicants are provided with 100%, 80%, 60%, 40%, or 20% financial aid.

Q:   I want to join IIM Bangalore College. What is the fee structure and also how to get a fee reduction at this college?

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One of India's top management schools, IIM Bangalore is well-known for its excellent Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP).

Depending on the type of student, different pricing structures are available for the MBA programme at IIM Bangalore. The cost of the two-year MBA curriculum is INR 23,00,000 for Indian citizens and USD 50,000 for students outside India for the academic year 2021-2023.

However, the IIM Bangalore cost schedule can change from year to year, so it's best to check their official website or get in touch with their admissions office for the most precise and recent information.

Regarding the fee reduction, the IIM Bangalore offers financial aid and scholarships to qualified students based on their academic standing, financial situation, and other factors. The institute also provides a number of scholarships, including the OPJEMS Scholarship and the Aditya Birla Scholarship.

The typical pricing structure at IIM Bangalore consists of a number of items, including tuition, room and board, mess, library, and other supplemental costs. The PGP programme's overall cost may be high. It is crucial to remember that IIM Bangalore offers numerous scholarships and financial aid programmes to meritorious applicants.

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Q:   Does IIM Bangalore offer any scholarships for the MBA programme in Risk Management?

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Yes, the scholarships for the MBA programme in Risk Management at IIM Bangalore are based on a student's financial need and academic performance. There are several scholarships available, including the Aditya Birla Scholarship, OP Jindal Engineering and Management Scholarships, and more. The selection process for scholarships typically involves an application and an interview.

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Q:   What is the hostel fee of IIM Bangalore?

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IIM Bangalore Hostel fees are INR 80,000 for a single student and INR 3.76 lakh for family accommodation. IIM Bangalore students are provided with accommodation on campus in a well-appointed single room in the hostels. IIM-B has 16 hostel blocks, one executive block, and executive accommodation at the Management Development Centre, popularly known as MDC. Twenty-four-hour Internet connectivity, fully automatic washing machines, a hair salon, a music room, a student-run library, a recreation room, and a store on the hostel premises are standard features. Laundry and ironing services, an intercom facility, and a guest room facility for visitors are also provided.

Q:   What are the facilities and infrastructure available at IIM Bangalore?

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Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) is spread across 100 acres of land and provides an idyllic environment to engage in management studies, academics, and learning. Some of the key features of the campus are given below:

  • IIM-B library is housed in an independent building of 55,000 square feet spread across four levels surrounding the amphitheater. Its electronic collection comprises about 79 resources accessible 24 hours a day on and off campus.
  • IIM-B mess serves four meals every day, and there is the night canteen to fuel late-night project submissions.
  • IIM-B has 16 hostel blocks, one executive block, and executive accommodation at the Management Development Centre, popularly known as MDC. Twenty-four-hour Internet connectivity, fully automatic washing machines, a hair salon, a music room, a student-run library, a recreation room, and a store on the hostel premises are standard features.

Q:   How is the library at IIM Bangalore?

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IIM-B library is housed in an independent building of 55,000 square feet spread across four levels surrounding the amphitheatre. Its electronic collection comprises about 79 resources accessible 24 x 7 on and off campus to its faculty, research scholars, and students, and it also receives about 17 online resources as a beneficiary of the eShodh Sindhu Consortium under the MHRD, Government of India. It has a collection of 1,68,102 books, 37,353 brand volumes, 5,375 working papers, 1,130 theses, 12,802 project reports, etc.

Q:   What places can I visit near IIM Bangalore campus?

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Located in Bannerghatta road in Bengaluru, IIM Bangalore campus students have lot of options to explore. There are some hidden gems close to the campus that are great weekend spot. Check below some of the places to check out:

  • Kurudumale
  • Nandi Hills
  • Hassan
  • MM Hills

Q:   How is the hostel life at IIM Bangalore?

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Hostel life at IIM Bangalore is a complete experience for students. All students are provided with on-campus housing in well-appointed single rooms in the IIMB hostels. IIM Bengaluru has 16 hostel blocks, one executive block and the executive accommodation at the Management Development Center. Sports facilities, library, mess services gives a complete breather to students. The sports facility is well-equipped and every sport is available inside the campus except only a few games like swimming, squash, etc. 

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Q:   How is the faculty at IIM Bangalore?

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Faculty members at IIMB generate knowledge through cutting-edge research in all functional areas of management that would benefit public and private sector companies, and government and society in general. The knowledge generated by IIMB faculty has appeared in leading academic journals with high citation index and impact factor. Many textbooks and working papers are written on a regular basis. Research carried out by IIMB is used to augment new courses and executive education programmes.

Q:   How can I prepare for admission to IIM Bangalore?

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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 Bangalore is as follows:

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Q:   What is the CAT exam cutoff required to get admission to IIM Bangalore?

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The CAT cut offs for IIM Bangalore hovers between 97-100 percentile. The qualifying CAT cut off required for being eligible for IIM Bangalore's Written Ability test (What) and Personal Interview PI is 85 percentile for General category students, whereas for SC candidates, it is 70 percentile. For ST candidates, it is 65 percentile and for PwD candidates it is 60 percentile. Given below are the sectional and overall qualifying CAT cut offs for IIM Bangalore.

  • General category: 80 VARC 75 DILR 75 Quantitative Aptitude 85 (Overall)
  • NC-OBC category: 75 VARC 65 DILR 65 Quantitative Aptitude 75 (Overall)
  • EWS category: 70 VARC 65 DILR 65 Quantitative Aptitude 75 (Overall)
  • SC category: 65 VARC 60 DILR 60 Quantitative Aptitude 70 (Overall)
  • ST category: 55 VARC 55 DILR 55 Quantitative Aptitude 65 (Overall)
  • PwD category: 50 VARC 50 DILR 50 Quantitative Aptitude 60 (Overall)

Q:   What is the minimum CAT percentile required for admission to the MBA programme at IIM Bangalore?

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The minimum CAT percentile required for admission to the MBA programme at IIM Bangalore may vary each year depending on the overall performance of the candidates and the number of applicants. However, in general, a minimum CAT percentile of 85-90 is required for general category candidates to be considered for the shortlisting process. It's important to note that CAT percentile is only one of the factors considered in the selection process at IIM Bangalore, and the institute also takes into account the candidate's academic performance, work experience, extracurricular activities, and performance in the Personal Interview PI and Written Ability Test (What). Therefore, I recommend you to check the official website of IIM Bangalore for the latest updates regarding the minimum CAT percentile requirement and the selection process for the MBA programme.
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Q:   What is the average package offered during IIM Bangalore placements?

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The course-wise average package offered during IIM Bangalore placements 2023 is presented in the below-mentioned table:

Course

Average Package (2023)

PGP + PGPBA

INR 35.31 LPA

EPGP

INR 33.07 LPA

PGPPM

INR 19 LPA (2021)

Note: The mean package is considered as the average package for EPGP course.

Since, PGPPM average package 2023 is not released, the average package of PGPPM presented above is of 2021.

An improving trend was witnessed in the average package offered over the past three years during IIM Bangalore PGP & PGP BA and EPGP placements, which is presented below:

EPGP

 

Note: In 2021, PGP was the stand alone course offered by IIM Bangalore placements 2021 season, and the PGP BA course was not introduced.

The course-wise average salary trends witnessed during IIM Bangalore placements over the past three years are presented below:

Course

Average Package (2021)

Average Package (2022)

Average Package (2023)

PGP + PGPBA

INR 28.98 LPA

INR 33.82 LPA

INR 35.31 LPA

EPGP

INR 26.08 LPA

INR 30.90 LPA

INR 33.07 LPA

Q:   How are IIM Bangalore placements as compared with other top IIMS?

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Refer the below-mentioned table for IIM Bangalore placement statistics 2023 as compared with other top IIMs such as IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Calcutta and IIM Kozhikode:

IIM NamePGP Average Package (2023)PGP Median Package (2023)PGP Offers Made (2023)
IIM BangaloreINR 35.31 LPA INR 33 LPA 606
IIM AhmedabadINR 32.79 LPA INR 31.49 LPA 382
IIM CalcuttaINR 35.07 LPA INR 33.67 LPA 573
IIM KozhikodeINR 31.02 LPA INR 27 LPA 559

Note: IIM Ahmedabad PGP placement report 2023 is not released, hence the aforementioned IIM A placement data is of 2022.

Q:   How are MBA placements at IIM Bangalore?

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Refer the below-mentioned table for IIM Bangalore MBA placement statistics 2023 as compared with IIM Bangalore MBA (PGP) placement statistics 2022:

Particulars

PGP + PGPBA Placement Statistics (2022)

PGP + PGPBA Placement Statistics (2023)

Median package

INR 31.20 LPA

INR 33.00 LPA

Average package

INR 33.82 LPA

INR 35.31 LPA

No. of students

524

512

No. of offers made

662

606

No. of companies

137

164

PPOs made / accepted

273 / 181

291 / 209

Lateral placement offers made / accepted

180 / 127

94 / 82

International offers

6

14

No. of offers during final placement week

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221

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Q:   What is the last date to apply for IIM Bangalore?

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For admission year 2024 for the flagship PGP course, CAT 2023 registration went on between Aug 2 and Sep 20. The exam will be conducted on November 26, 2023. For E-PGP, however, the applications for R-1 began in June and the closure of R-3 applications will take place in November. For the 2023 PhD batch, applications started in Jul 26, 2023 and will go on till to Jan 25, 2024. For details, students are advised to visit the official website and apply online.

Q:   When can I apply for IIM Bangalore?

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While the admission process for all MBA and PGP courses begins with the registrations of CAT every year, there are certain courses, such as E-PGP and PhD and Certificate courses, for which the admission cycle runs differently. For PGP and similar PG Management courses, the applications begin with CAT registrations in August.

For admission year 2024, CAT 2023 registration went on between Aug 2 and Sep 20. The exam will be conducted on November 26, 2023. Students are required to appear for the CAT 2023 exam in Computer Based Testing mode at allotted test centres. CAT exam 2023 for IIM Bangalore admission will be held in three slots. These are as follows:

  • Morning slot: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • Afternoon slot: 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
  • Evening slot: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

For E-PGP courses, the applications for R-1 begins in June and the closure of R-3 applications take place in November.

Q:   Can I join IIM Bangalore after Class 12?

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It is not possible to join IIM Bangalore directly after Class 12 since the institute mostly offers postgraduate and doctoral level programmes in the field of Management. However, a student who has completed his/ her Class 12 can complete the final graduation and then look out for admission to IIM-B. 

The institute offers MBA, Executive MBA, and other courses at PG, doctoral and certificate level courses in the field of Management. Interested applicants are required to go through the national-level entrances and then appear for the institute-level selection rounds for final admission. Admission to the flagship course, i.e. MBA of IIM Bangalore is based on a valid score in the CAT exam, followed by a Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT) round. IIM Bangalore offers admission to Indian students via CAT and international students via GMATGRE. IIM Bangalore conducts IIM-B tests for admission to Executive MBA (EPGP) and PhD courses. 

Q:   What criteria are used for determining the IIM Bangalore CAT cutoff?

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CAT cutoff percentile for IIM Bangalore depends on a number of factors. These include:

  • The difficulty level of the exam
  • Number of aspirants who appeared for the exam
  • Number of candidates who've passed the exam
  • Number of seats in a particular institute
  • Ranking of the institute

Q:   Which has better hostel facility-IIM Bangalore or IIM Ahmedabad?

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A comparison of hostel facilities in top IIMs based on hostel fee and occupancy is mentioned below:

Institute Name

Hostel Fee

Occupancy

IIM BangaloreINR 80,000 (plus INR 30,000 mess charges/ month)Single
IIM AhmedabadINR 1.76 lakhSingle 
IIM CalcuttaINR 1.8 lakhSingle 

NOTE: The fee is as per an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative.

Q:   Is it mandatory to meet the sectional cutoff in CAT for admission to IIM Bangalore?

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Candidates seeking admission to IIM Bangalore MBA course must appear for CAT. It is mandatory for candidates to meet the sectional and overall CAT cutoff to be eligible for the Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds for final admission to IIM Bangalore. For IIM Bangalore MBA admission, students need to meet both the overall CAT cut off percentile and the sectional cut offs. Candidates seeking admission to IIM Bangalore must score above the 90 percentile in CAT exam. IIM Bangalore does not release CAT cutoffs in the public domain and are exclusively accessible only via account login to candidates who have appeared for the exam. Therefore, the students must aim to score above 90 percentile.

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