Total Seats in IIMs for MBA/PGDM (LATEST): Category-wise IIM Seats & Distribution

Total Seats in IIMs for MBA/PGDM (LATEST): Category-wise IIM Seats & Distribution

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A significant portion of total no of seats in IIMs are reserved for specific categories of students. As many as 809 seats are reserved for students belonging to the OBC categories, SC/ST categories hold a reservation of 538 IIM seats, and the remaining seats are allocated for EWS and PwD categories.

India has 21 IIMs collectively having a pool of around 5500 seats for MBA/PGDM admissions. Check total seats in IIM, including category-wise IIM seats for MBA admissions through CAT exam.

Total Seats in IIMs for MBA/PGDM

Total Seats in IIMs: The Indian Institute of Management (IIMs) offers management education across the country with a total of 21 IIMs. All IIMs collectively fill around 5500 seats across different courses. Total seats in IIM may change annually; however, it typically remains in a specified ratio across different categories, including OBC, SC/ST, General, etc. As per the IIM reservation policy, major part of the total intake is reserved for different categories leaving the general category seats for all aspirants. Total no of seats in IIMs have a reservation for OBC, SC, ST, and other categories.

As per the tentative IIM seat intake, nearly 800 seats are belong to students under OBC categories, whereas, SC/ST categories hold a reservation of 500+ IIM seats. Remaining reserved category seats at IIMs are filled by EWS and PwD categories, with PwD having a horizontal reservation.

This article provides an overview of total seats in IIMs, including the number of seats in IIMs across different categories, along with the courses offered.

Table of contents
  • Total IIM Seats 2025
  • Category Wise Total Seats in IIMs
  • IIM MBA Admission 2025: Reservation Criteria

Total IIM Seats 2025

India has a total of 21 IIMs disbursing management education. The table below mentions the total number of seats in all IIMs:

Name of IIM Courses Total Seats in IIM
IIM Ahmedabad PGP 408
FABM 47
IIM Bangalore PGP 413
PGP BA 70
IIM Calcutta PGP 480
IIM Lucknow PGP 507
FABM 57
SM 57
IIM Indore PGP 412
HRM 38
IIM Kozhikode PGP 483
FINANCE 49
LSM 52
IIM Shillong PGP 383
IIM Mumbai MBA 300
OSCM 180
SM 180
IIM Amritsar PGP 240
HRM 60
BA 90
IIM Vizag PGP 287
IIM Rohtak PGP 259
IIM Raipur PGP 331
IIM Ranchi PGP 120
HRM 50
IIM Trichy PGP 360
HRM 60
IIM Udaipur PGP 375
IIM Jammu PGP 420
HHM 75
IIM Bodhgaya PGP 312
HHM 60
DBM 60
IIM Sirmaur PGP 238
Tourism And Hospitality Management 60
IIM Sambalpur PGP 321
IIM Nagpur PGP 280
IIM Kashipur PGP 386
BA 60
Check Category Wise IIM Seats 2025
Total IIM Seats for General Category Total IIM Seats for OBC Category Total IIM Seats for SC/ST Category
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Commonly asked questions
Q:   How tough is it to get into IIM-B?
A: 

IIM Bangalore admission to Indian students is offered via CAT and the international students need to register for GMAT or GRE.

IIM Bangalore conducts IIM-B tests for admission to Executive MBA (EPGP) and PhD courses. IIM Bangalore course admissions are entrance-based for all courses.

The table below showcases the eligibility and selection criteria for IIM Bangalore courses:

Course NameEligibilitySelection Criteria
MBA

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

CAT/ GMAT + PI + WAT + Past academic performance

Download Test paper: FREE CAT

MBA in Business Analytics

Graduation

CAT

EPGP

A graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate or equivalent CGPA + min. 5 years of experience.

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

PGPEM
  • Graduation in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate SC/ ST/ PwD)
  • A minimum of 4-year work experience is required

CAT/ GMAT/ GRE/ IIMB Test + PI + Academic Performance + Work Experience

Q:   Is IIM Visakhapatnam hard to get?
A: 

Getting into IIM Visakhapatnam is not hard if a proper preparation is done in the initials stage. IIM Vizag admission to the MBA or PGP is entirely based on CAT exam score and percentile. CAT is a highly competitive exam that is a must have to get into the IIMs and other top management colleges in India. A well planned strategy along with the right approach is essential for admission to PGP at IIM Visakhapatnam. Read more about the CAT preparation strategy.

Q:   Which entrance exam is accepted at IIM Jammu?
A: 

IIM Jammu accepts variety of exams depending upon the course. The college accepts CAT score for admission into it's flagship course MBA. The college accepts the score of CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF for PhD admissions. Admission into IPM programme is given based on score of JIPMAT scores. 

Q:   Can I get admission in IIM Lucknow without CAT score?
A: 

Students can get admission in IIM Lucknow without CAT score. But only for courses, such as EFPM, FPM, EPGP programmes. Those seeking flagship PGP/ MBA course admission must have valid CAT score. The IIM Lucknow courses for which CAT is not needed are as below:

  • IPMX
  • PGPX 
  • FPM

Category Wise Total Seats in IIMs

IIMs have seat reservations for MBA/PGDM admissions as per government regulations. Different categories for IIM seats including General, OBC, SC/ST, etc. Candidates can check the space below for a total number of seats in IIMs for different categories.

Total No of Seats in IIM for General Category

Name of the IIM

General

IIM Ahmedabad

194

IIM Amritsar

60

IIM Bangalore

193

IIM Bodhgaya

60

IIM Calcutta

233

IIM Indore

226

IIM Jammu

70

IIM Kashipur

46

IIM Kozhikode

189

IIM Lucknow

211

IIM Nagpur

60

IIM Raipur

60

IIM Ranchi

60

IIM Rohtak

60

IIM Sambalpur

80

IIM Shillong

60

IIM Sirmaur

30

IIM Trichy

52

IIM Udaipur

60

IIM Visakhapatnam

27

Total No of Seats in IIM for OBC Category

Name of the IIM

OBC

IIM Ahmedabad

104

IIM Amritsar

33

IIM Bangalore

103

IIM Bodhgaya

33

IIM Calcutta

125

IIM Indore

122

IIM Jammu

38

IIM Kashipur

25

IIM Kozhikode

102

IIM Lucknow

113

IIM Nagpur

33

IIM Raipur

32

IIM Ranchi

32

IIM Rohtak

32

IIM Sambalpur

37

IIM Shillong

32

IIM Sirmaur

17

IIM Trichy

28

IIM Udaipur

32

IIM Visakhapatnam

37

Total No of Seats in IIM for SC Category

Name of the IIM

SC

IIM Ahmedabad

58

IIM Amritsar

18

IIM Bangalore

57

IIM Bodhgaya

18

IIM Calcutta

69

IIM Indore

68

IIM Jammu

21

IIM Kashipur

14

IIM Kozhikode

56

IIM Lucknow

63

IIM Nagpur

18

IIM Raipur

18

IIM Ranchi

18

IIM Rohtak

18

IIM Sambalpur

20

IIM Shillong

18

IIM Sirmaur

9

IIM Trichy

15

IIM Udaipur

28

IIM Visakhapatnam

20

Total No of Seats in IIM for ST Category

Name of the IIM

ST

IIM Ahmedabad

29

IIM Amritsar

9

IIM Bangalore

29

IIM Bodhgaya

9

IIM Calcutta

37

IIM Indore

34

IIM Jammu

11

IIM Kashipur

7

IIM Kozhikode

28

IIM Lucknow

32

IIM Nagpur

9

IIM Raipur

10

IIM Ranchi

10

IIM Rohtak

10

IIM Sambalpur

10

IIM Shillong

10

IIM Sirmaur

5

IIM Trichy

8

IIM Udaipur

10

IIM Visakhapatnam

10

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IIM MBA Admission 2025: Reservation Criteria

All Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) follow a common seat reservation policy laid down by the Government of India. A certain percentage of the total no of IIM seats is reserved for MBA admissions. The table below indicates the IIM MBA reservation policy followed during the admission cycle:

Category

Seat Reservation (%)

Non-Creamy Other Backward Classes (NC-OBC)

27%

Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)

10%

Schedule Caste (SC)

15%

Schedule Tribe (ST)

7.5%

Person with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)

5%

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