SP Jain CAT Cut off 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021: Check Section-wise Cutoffs

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2 mins readUpdated on Sep 19, 2025 13:32 IST

SP Jain Institute of Management and Research, Mumbai offers PGDM programmes. Admission is done on the basis of CAT, XAT and GMAT exam score. Being one of the top MBA colleges in India, one would imagine it to have a high CAT cut off. But it is not so. Check here SP Jain CAT cut off.

SP Jain CAT cut off

SP Jain CAT cut off

SP Jain CAT cut off is on the higher side but lower than the IIMs. Being one of the oldest and top most MBA colleges in India, SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), Mumbai is preferred choice among a large number of MBA aspirants. It offers various full-time, executive, part-time and certification courses in business management. The most popular being PGDM, PGPM and PGDM Business Management and Global Management Programme for which it accepts candidature from CAT test takers. Admission to these SPJIMR courses is based on CAT cut off. Check here SP Jain CAT cut off and admission process.

Table of content
  • SP Jain CAT Cut Off
  • SP Jain CAT Cut Off: Section-Wise
  • SPJIMR Selection Criteria
  • SPJIMR cut offs: MBA Admission Process

SP Jain CAT Cut Off

Given below are the SP Jain CAT cut offs for PGDM, PGPM and PGDM Business Management for the past four years. In the past four years, the CAT cut offs have come down from 92 to 85 percentile.

Exam Year

SP Jain CAT cutoff percentile

2024

85

2023

85

2022

92

2021

92

SP Jain XAT Cut Off

SPJIMR also accepts XAT score for MBA admission. The XAT cut offs haven't changed in the last three yers. Check below previous years' XAT cut offs for SPJIMR. 

XAT exam year XAT cut offs
2024 93.5
2023 93.5
2022 93.5

SP Jain CAT Cut Off: Section-Wise

Check below, SP Jain sectional cut offs for CAT.

CAT exam section

SP Jain CAT cut off

VARC

75

DILR

75

Quantitative Aptitude

75

Overall

85-90

SPJIMR Selection Criteria

Apart from CAT/XAT or GMAT scores, candidate’s academic profile is also evaluated for selection. The following factors are evaluated for admission to SPJIMR:

  • Academic background – Good and consistent scores in 10th grade, 12th grade and every year of graduation.
  • Work experience – Relevance of work experience for preferred MBA specialization.
  • Versatility and achievements –Experience and achievements in diverse fields of interest.

SPJIMR cut offs: MBA Admission Process

SPJIMR admission process includes filling up of the PGP application form. The SPJIMR application window opens in September and closes in November ( a day before CAT exam). CAT aspirants have to apply to the institute website within the deadline. Once the CAT result is announced, registered candidates have to fill the PI shortlist form, if they meet the SP Jain CAT cut off. Those selected for PI are invited for the same via email. Candidates who clear the PI round are shortlisted for final evaluation. Admission is offered to candidates who meet all the admission parameters – CAT cut off, high academic score, relevant work experience, ECA experience, interview performance. 

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Q:   What are the things SPJIMR is looking for in a profile for admission into MBA?
A:

SPJIMR selects candidates for PGDM based on their profiles. The profiles are evaluated, and the aspirants are sorted into two groups: Profile-based and Profile-cum-Score-based. In the first phase, candidates are selected based on their profile are called for a Personal Interview (PI). The second phase is held after the availability of entrance test scores. Candidates look for below requirements in a profile:

  • Academic background
  • Work experience
  • Entrance scores
  • Versatility and achievements
Q:   Can outside Maharashtra students apply for SPJIMR?
A:

Anyone residing in India (any state) or outside India can apply for admission to courses at SP Jain Institute of Management & Research. The candidate must check the eligibility criteria before applying for admission to courses. Currently, admissions are open & the college is accepting various entrance examination scores for admission. So apply early as the seats are limited.

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for PGDM course at SP Jain?
A:

The minimum eligibility requirement for PGDM is graduation. Aspirants must hold the documents proving their eligibility for verification at later stages of admission. Below is detailed eligibility for SPJIMR PGDM programme:

  • Candidates need to complete graduation with at least 50% aggregate for both PGDM courses.
  • Final year graduation students can also apply.
  • Aspirants must hold a minimum of five-year relevant work experience for PGDM in Business Management programme.
Q:   Does SPJIMR also select students based solely on their profiles without even taking any entrance exam?
A:

SPJIMR shortlists candidates for its flagship programme i.e. PGDM based on their profiles. The profiles are evaluated, and the applicants are sorted into two groups: Profile-based and Profile-cum-Score-based. In the first phase, candidates shortlisted based on their profile are called for a Personal Interview (PI). However, the second phase is held after the availability of entrance test scores. That means, the institute accepts entrance exam scores as well for admission. The accepted entrance exam for PGDM is CAT/ GMAT. For admission to FPM, aspirants need to appear for Research Aptitude Test followed by a personal interview round. The institute shortlists candidates for admission to GMP based on scores of the candidates in CAT, GMAT, GRE, etc. 

Q:   Can I apply offline for SPJIMR admission?
A:

Follow the steps of application

1: Go on the site

2: Click on 'Apply Now' option

3: Register with details

4: Login & fill the form

5: Upload docs

6: Submit form

Q:   Who is eligible for Global Management Programme at SPJIMR?
A:

Aspirants must hold a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 55% marks or an equivalent CGPA in any discipline from a recognised university to apply for Global Management Programme at SPJIMR. Candidates can also submit a valid GMAT/ CAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ GRE score. Both freshers and experienced are eligible to apply for this course. 

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No direct admission to SPJIMR after 12th. Requirements:

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SP Jain Institute of Management and Research has not released the official cutoff. Based on previous year trends, CAT cutoff for 2024 stood somewhere around 85 percentile for the General (All India) category students.

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