IIM Kozhikode - Indian Institute of Management Answered Questions

To get admission in IIM Kozhikode, students have to check the eligibility first. Eligible students can then apply online. The institute selects students on an entrance basis. Students have to clear the selection rounds, such as WAT/ PI. Selected students have to report for verification of documents and pay the admission fees.

Students may get admission in IIM Kozhikode with 95 percentile in CAT. But this is not enough to get a seat. The admission chances also depend on student's overall profile. This includes academic scores + performance in the selection rounds. Students can check the cutoff trends to know better.

The documents needed during the IIM Kozhikode admissions is as shown here:Scanned copies of Class 10 & Class 12 certificates marksheetsScanned copy of Bachelor's degree certificate & marksheet (PG courses)Scanned copy of Master's degree certificate & marksheet (PhD courses)Copy of relevant entrance examination scorecard (CAT/ GMAT/ GRE/ etc.)Valid category certificate (if applicable)Passport-size photograph and signatureGovernment-issued photo identity proofWork experience certificate (if applicable)Mandatory Undertaking Format (For EPGP)Students must upload these documents and pay the application fees to undergo the admission process.

Admissions to the different courses of IIM Kozhikode will depend on entrance exam scores such as  CAT, GATE, UGC NET, etc. or EMAT for EMBA. But it is difficult to say whether getting into IIM Kozhikode is tough or easy and will depend on the:Candidate's level of preparationCompetitionAvailable seatsExam DifficultyAs well as a number of other factors that will not be discussed here. 

Yes, IIM Kozhikode is a government institution as:It was formed as the result of a join collaboration between the Government of India and Kerala State Government in 1996.The college has received recognitions and accreditation from various national and international organisationsAs such students will find a college that is up to date with the latest government regulations.

IIM Kozhikode is a well-ranked college and has received recognition from national and international bodies such as:3rd in Management by NIRF 20254th according to Fortune India B School Ranking1st in India according to Times B School Ranking3rd in India by Careers 360 Ranking5th for one year Programmes (PGP BL) by Business Today B School Ranking 

IIM Kozhikode Executive MBA admission requires every candidates to have a minimum work experience of 3 years or 1095 days.However, IIM Kozhikode willl only consider work experience gained after graduation of the candidate.Work experience gained during or before graduation will not be considered for the EPGP eligibility criteria.

The IIM kozhikode EPGP admission fees is one instalment of the first year fees for the course. In 2025, the EPGP admission fees stood at INR 1 lakh.The EPGP admission fees is yet to be revealed for the 2026 admissions. However, candidates can expect the admission fees to be same as last year for IIM Kozhikode EPGP admissions.

The fees for EPGP courses at IIM Kozhikode is currently unknown. Usually, the institute reveals the EPGP fees when the admissions to the course are opened. Thus, candidates are required to check the website of IIM Kozhikode when EPGP admission 2026 are opened.