IIM Shillong Admission 2024: Application, Course Admission, Fee and eligibility

To get admission to IIM Shillong for MBA, you need to check the eligibility criteria, apply online, pay the application fee, take the CAT, and then go through the GD/PI round. Based on your performance in these steps, you will be selected for admission.

Candidates living abroad or who could not appear for CAT because their place of residence was out of India can apply to IIM Shillong MBA programme using their GMAT scores.

The eligibility criteria for admission through GMAT is mentioned below:

The Application fee for GMAT is USD 100.

IIM Shillong has secured 26th position in the NIRF Ranking List 2023 under the Management category. The institute was on the same position in the year 2022 as well. Candidates can refer to the placement information showcased below to make a decision whether to go for IIM Shillong PGP or not:

The selection process of IIM Shillong for MBA consists of the following steps:

1. CAT/GMAT: The first step is to take the CAT or GMAT. The CAT is a standardized test that is required for admission to all IIMs. The GMAT is an alternative test that can be taken instead of the CAT.
2. Shortlisting: Based on the CAT/GMAT score, the IIM Shillong shortlists candidates for the next round of the selection process.
3. Personal Interview (PI): The PI is a one-on-one interview with a panel of faculty members. The PI is used to assess the candidate's communication skills, personality, and fit for the MBA program.
4. Group Discussion (GD): The GD is a group discussion with other candidates. The GD is used to assess the candidate's communication skills, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
5. Decision: Based on the PI, GD, and CAT/GMAT score, the IIM Shillong makes a decision on whether to admit the candidate.
6. The selection process of IIM Shillong is competitive. The average CAT score for admitted students is around 90 percentile. The GMAT score requirement is also high.

The 2023 placements for PGP and PGPEx concluded with the highest package of INR 71.30 LPA and INR 43.92 LPA, respectively. A total of 85 PPO/ PPI offers were also made to the PGP students. This year, 63 companies participated in PGP placements. This includes 26 first-time recruiters. Check the complete insights of IIM Shillong placements 2023 from the table below:

The final CAT cutoff for IIM Shillong admission ranges between 90 to 93 percentile.

The IIM Shillong qualifying CAT 2022 cut off was 90 percentile with a sectional cutoff of 75 percentile. Candidate who secure the required CAT percentile are invited for further rounds of selection, the WAT and GP-PI round. In 2023 admission process of all IIMs, WAT was not conducted.  

For final admission, the college assess the performance of the candidate in CAT & GD-PI round, and the profile of the candidate. 

The following weightage is given to the different components to make the final admission offer:

The minimum Sectional CAT score required to get shortlisted for the GDPI round at IIM Shillong for the year 2022 is mentioned below:

The overall CAT cutoff, based on the category of the candidate is showcased in the table below:

 Note: The overall CAT percentile is taken from unofficial sources. Hence, is indicative

As per the official website, the admission criteria of IIM Shillong varies from course to course.
Admission to IIM Shillong PGP is done through CAT/GMAT. Domestic candidates seeking admission to IIM Shillong must have a valid CAT score to get shortlisted for the GD-PI round.  

Interanational candidates interested to get into IIM Shillong must have a GMAT score of not less than 640 to get shortlisted for the personal interview round.

No, IIM Shillong course admission are strictly entrance based. Interested candidates need to appear for the relevant entrance exam accepted by IIM Shillong for admission.

The table mentioned below showcases the entrance exam accepted for different courses offered:

IIM Shillong process of shortlisting candidates for GDPI is independent of those of other IIMs. IIM Shillong sends an intimation mail to the registered email of the shortlisted candidates. The Candidates are required to fill out the interview form and upload the same on the Admission Portal of IIM Shillong.

IIM Shillong, then sends GD/PI call letters to only those candidates who have filled the interview form correctly. 

IIM Shillong does not send any intimation to those candidates who are not shortlisted, or who haven't filled the interview form correctly within the stipulated time.

Based on the performance of the candidate in GDPI, a merit list for final admission offers is prepared. IIM Shillong also prepares a waitlist, according to the ranks of the candidate, for admission in case any candidate do not accept the admission offer.

Candidates seeking admission in PhD Programme of IIM Shillong should have the below-mentioned eligibility:

• Post graduate degree with a minimum of 60% aggregate and a bachelor's degree with atleast 55% aggregate.

Or

• A five year integrated Master's Degree with atleast 55% marks in bachelor's and 60% marks in Master's.

Or

• Professional Qualification such as CA, ICWA, CS with a minimum of 55% aggregate in BCom.

IIM Shillong accepts valid scores of GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE or JRF (NET).

The below mentioned category candidates are exempted from appearing for entrance examinations but are required to produce two letter of references from their senior:

• PGP post graduate from IIMs or any other Institute or University featured in the list of Top 50 institutes ranked by NIRF with 6.5 CGPA and minimum 5 years of work experience after post-graduation.

Or

• Candidates with atleast 10 years of managerial work experience.

The application fee for PhD at IIM Shillong is INR 3,000. The programme fee structure is mentioned below:

IIM Shillong Executive MBA or PGP Ex Programme is a one year residential programme. The eligibility and selection criteria for the programme is mentioned below:

Candidates seeking admission to the EMBA programme of IIM Shillong must meet the eligibility criteria and apply to the programme by visiting the official website of IIM Shillong and pay the application fee of INR 3,000. The step-wise application process of IIM Shillong is given below:

1. Visit the official website of IIM Shillong

2. Go to "Programs" and select PGP Ex or PGP Working Executive

3. Now click on the admission process section of the page

4. Click on the "Click here to apply now" option, enter the required details and upload relevant documents

5. Pay the application fee and submit

IIM Shillong offers a one-year residential Executive Master of Business Administration (E-MBA) programme called the Post Graduate Programme for Executives (PGPEx). The admission-related details of the programme are given in the table below: 

IIM Shillong also offers a PGP Working Executive (MBA WE) programme designed for professionals to navigate change with new knowledge and business practices while keeping the work-life balance. Candidates can leave the programme after completion of core courses and attain an Executive Program in General Management (EPGM) certificate. Given in the table below are the admission related details of the programme:

MBA Working Executives is two-year programme where live classes are held in online mode. The programme is designed for working professionals. The total programme fee for MBA-WE is INR 12 lakh.

To pursue the course from IIM Shillong, candidate must appear for either CAT, GMAT or WEMAT.

The hostel fee at IIM Shillong varies depending on the type of room you choose and the occupancy. The following are the hostel fees for the academic year 2023-2024:

The hostel fees include the following:

• Accommodation: A well-furnished room with attached bathroom, bed, study table, chair, cupboard, and fan.
• Mess: Three meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) prepared by a professional chef.
• Laundry: Free laundry service for one set of clothes per day.
• Housekeeping: Daily housekeeping services including cleaning of the room, bathroom, and common areas.
• Security: 24x7 security with CCTV cameras.
• Recreation: Access to the gym, swimming pool, and sports facilities.
• Medical: Access to the medical clinic on campus.

The hostel fees are payable in advance for the entire academic year. The university also charges a one-time security deposit of INR 5,000 for each student.

If you are interested in applying for hostel accommodation at IIM Shillong, you must fill out the hostel application form and submit it along with the required documents. The application form can be downloaded from the university website.

No! IIM shillong doesn't provides the BBA in retail and sales management but it provides so many courses they are almost same as BBA retail and sales management every course offered in IIM shillong have a good salary package so choose any course will make you job ready 

Yes, CAT 2023 dates for admission to IIM Shillong are out. To apply for the CAT exam, candidates are required to create an account, fill the CAT registration form and pay the exam application fee. The 2023 CAT form have to be submitted by a certain deadline after which no application will be accepted. For 2023 CAT exam, CAT registration will go 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 Shillong 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

Candidates who are willing to get into IIM Shillong must mention the college name and course preference in their CAT application form to get a call (provided the student gets a valid score in the exam).

For admission to MBA (or PGP) 2024 batch at IIM Shillong, the CAT test will be conducted on November 26, 2023. Aspirants of IIM Shillong are required to appear for the exam in Computer Based Testing mode at the allotted test centres. CAT exam 2023 will be held in three slots:

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

Earlier, the CAT exam used to be of 180 minutes with 100 questions but in 2020, both exam duration and number of questions were reduced due to COVID-19 pandemic. Now, starting CAT 2022, the total number of questions stands at 66 as part of CAT pattern.