IIM Admission 2022: Akansha Shares PI-WAT Experience at IIM Ahmedabad
Akansha Ghosh converted the IIM Ahmedabad admission call for PGP FABM for 2022-24 session. She recalls her IIM-A PI and WAT experience below.
IIM Ahmedabad PI WAT Experience
Akansha Ghosh, a 97.32 percentiler in CAT 2021, has converted multiple admission calls for the PGP 2022-24 session. She holds a BSC degree majoring in Food Technology from Delhi University. Along with the degree course, she has completed a two-month FSQM internship at DNV. She has accepted the admission call from IIM Ahmedabad for PGP FABM. Besides IIM-A, Akansha converted the admission calls from IIM Lucknow for its PGP ABM programme, IIM Rohtak, IIM Amritsar, and CAP IIMs. In an exclusive conversation with shiksha.com, Akansha Ghosh recalls her PI and WAT experience at IIM Ahmedabad.
- IIM Ahmedabad PI WAT Experience
- IIM Ahmedabad AWT Topic
- IIM Ahmedabad PI Experience
- Thoughts on IIM Ahmedabad PI
IIM Ahmedabad PI WAT Experience
IIM Ahmedabad selection process includes the shortlisted candidates to appear for the Personal Interview (PI) and Academic Writing Test (AWT). AWT is also known as WAT at other IIMs.
The space below covers the AWT and PI experience at IIM Ahmedabad:
Date of AWT/PI: March 14, 2022
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IIM Ahmedabad AWT Topic
AWT, conducted at IIM Ahmedabad, is a pen-paper based written test having 15-30 minute duration. Candidates need to write approximately 300 words mentioning the assumptions, and arguments for or against the topic.
Commonly asked questions
Candidates (General category) seeking admission to IIM-A for MBA must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate. For final selection, a student is required to have a valid score in the CAT exam (both sectional and overall) and is required to go through the AWT and PI rounds conducted by the institute. Additionally, for the final selection of candidates, everything right from their scores in Class 10, Class 12 and graduation are considered along with their CAT percentile, PI and WAT scores, stream in Class 12 and work experience.
Qualifying CAT is a must-have criteria for admission to IIMs and other top Management colleges in India. A well-planned strategy along with a correct approach of preparation is essential for admission to MBA, especially in the top MBA colleges in India. A prep strategy that will help you ace the CAT exam for admission to IIM Ahmedabad is as follows:
- Choose the right reference book
- Solve as many CAT Mock Tests as possible.!
- Solve CAT PYQs for thorough revision to reduce the scope of mistakes
- Read books, editorials, newspapers, and journals to improve your vocabulary and reading skills. Check below section-wise questions and answers:
| VARC questions with answers | DI & LR questions with answers | Quantitative Aptitude questions with answers |
AWT Topic
The stats of the top five bowlers were given and Shane Warne was referred to as the GOAT*. Additionally, the text stated that referring to a sports person as GOAT is difficult owing to different playing conditions and equipment from different eras.
*NOTE: GOAT is also known as the Greatest of All Times
IIM Ahmedabad AWT Answer
I stated the assumptions, generalisation, and loopholes in arguments and gave some examples. Suggested some pointers, that if included, would have made the argument logical.
IIM Ahmedabad PI Experience
A panel of two was allocated for the personal interview by IIM Ahmedabad. Moving forward, we will be using P1 and P2 for first and second panellists and A to denote the response by Akansha.
P1: So Akansha, give me the exact answer to why FABM
A: I told them about how I have been involved in both research and business planning/pitching competitions since I was a member of the ED-Cell for nearly two years. Additionally, I mentioned that I was involved with students from different backgrounds while competing and preparing for these competitions. Along with this, I gave them an input on how I was fascinated by the management and business aspect of my field as compared to research.
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P1: But that's a general answer to why MBA and not why FABM.
A: The business plans and pitches were mostly agri-based and required knowledge of my field. That's how I realised my potential in FABM.
P1: Tell me some cities in Gujarat.
A: I knew this answer so well but I went completely blank and ended up saying Ahmedabad (awkward), Gandhinagar, GIFT city and Surat.
P1: What is the full form of GIFT city?
A: Again went blank and could not answer.
P1: Any other cities?
A: Tried to recall but could not answer.
P1: Name some districts near Kolkata.
A: I was completely panicking and did not hear the word "near" and started rattling off any district that came to my mind. The panellist stopped me and asked me to listen to the questions properly. I apologised but could answer only a few.
P1: Have you done any internships? What did you learn?
A: I answered the question; however, no cross questions came in from here.
P1: Are you familiar with the FABM Programme?
A: Yes, I know there is a rural immersion program and I have also gone through the electives offered in the second year.
P2: Tell me some methods of preservation.
A: I gave a very detailed answer covering 5-6 methods with examples and other details. The panellist questioned me more on this for around 5-7 minutes and I was able to answer all of these technical questions.
Post this, the second panellist took over the interview process
P2: Have you done any projects? What was it about?
A: I answered the question and provided a summary of the project.
P2: Some more questions about my college.
P2: What do you want to learn at IIM Ahmedabad?
A: Currently, agriculture in our country is at an inflexion point. Whoever comes up with a solution to the inefficiencies is going to make it big. I want to learn more about these inefficiencies in detail.
P2: Which company do you want to work in and why?
A: I named the company and said how the company has witnessed tremendous growth in only a few years. Their diverse profile will provide me with a lot of opportunities to work in different fields. Also, I mentioned that the current MD of the company is an alumnus of IIM A (FABM) and has put the company on the path of rapid growth. The journey has inspired me a lot and gives me hope that I might be able to achieve something similar in the future.
P2: So Akansha, are you scared of maths?
A: I said I am but I work hard so it does not pull me back.
P2: Did you have maths in +2?
A: Yes sir.
P2: So you must be familiar with calculus?
A: It has been 4 years since boards and I did not remember a lot so I was honest and told them that I have studied calculus but I do not remember much at the moment.
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P2: But you will have to brush up on that.
A: Answered that I definitely will revise my +2 maths before joining.
P2: That would be all. Thank you Akansha.
Verdict: Converted
Thoughts on IIM Ahmedabad PI
The personal interview at IIM Ahmedabad went for approximately 20 minutes. The initial phase of the interview did not go well. I was anxious before the technical questions came in the second part of the interview process. I did not forget to put a smile on my face and apologise for any of my mistakes throughout the interview process. I guess being honest and raw during the interview at IIM Ahmedabad came with an added advantage over my technical knowledge from the BSc degree.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 weeks ago
IIM Ahmedabad MBA tuition fees ranges between INR 20.1 lakh-INR 27.5 lakh. The fee is quite high. As per the sources on web, the fees is high as it operates autonomously without direct funding from government. IIMA relies on expensive global learning resources and maintain a high-end campus infrastr
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Yes, IIM Ahmedabad is a premier tier-1 college. It is widely regarded as the top Management institute of India. It has been ranked at '1' in NIRF 2025 rankings under the 'Management' category. The institute also made its place in QS World University MBA rankings 2026 at '59' globally. The institute
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Candidates must pass bachelor's degree from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC, ST and PwD) to apply for MBA programme at IIM Ahmedabad.
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Yes, IIM Ahmedabad refunds MBA fees in case of withdrawal of admission after deducting a processing fees of INR 1,000. The refund is done as per the notification from MHRD, Department of Higher Education, Govt. of India. The refund is released to the same account from which amount was received.
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IIM Ahmedabad fees varies course-wise. Students selected for admission have to pay the course fees to confirm their seat. In case of withdrawal of admission, the institute refund fee after deduction of INR 1,000 towards processing charges. Check below IIMA course-wise fees:
| Course | Total Tuition Fees |
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MBA | INR 20.1 lakh-INR 27.5 lakh |
MBA-PGPX | INR 35 lakh |
| e-PG Diploma in Advanced Business Analytics | INR 12 lakh |
| Blended PGP | INR 20 lakh |
| Blended PGP in BA & AI | INR 20 lakh |
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IIM Ahmedabad reserves seats as per the Government of India norms. The institute reserves maximum (27%) seats for OBC-NCL category students. 15% and 7.5% seats are reserved for SC and ST aspirants, respectively. 5% seats are reserved for PwD and 10% for EWS category candidates.
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Aspirants need to complete a bachelor's degree/ CA/ CS/ ICWA/ CMA or equivalent in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate to apply for Blended PGP programme at IIM Ahmedabad. Aspirants must have a minimum of three-year full-time work experience after graduation to apply.
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IIM Ahmedabad offers Exit Scholarship to MBA students who wish to go for Entrepreneurship, Not for Profit organisation or doctoral studies. Below is the criteria in detail:
GP/ PGP-FABM courses from the institute can apply for below IIM Ahmedabad scholarships:
| Scholarship | Scholarship Criteria |
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| IIMA Special Need-Based Scholarships | Gross annual family income should be below INR 15 Lacs during previous financial year Must submit proof of family income, amount of educational loan taken, candidate's past earnings, etc. |
| IIMA Exit Scholarships (for students who go for entrepreneurship) | Students get monthly stipend of INR 20,000 for at most three consecutive years It is offered to 2 students from every batch |
IIMA Exit Scholarships (for students who join 'Not-for-Profit' organisation) | 2 students from every batch get this scholarship for 3 consecutive years Amount of scholarship ranges between INR 3 lakh-INR 4 Lacs per year per student |
| IIMA Exit Scholarships (for students who pursue doctoral studies) | 2 students from every batch get this scholarship for 3 consecutive years Amount of scholarship ranges between INR 3 lakh-INR 4 Lacs per year per student |
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