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IIM Visakhapatnam Admission Process

  • Courses offered for IIM Visakhapatnam admissions are MBA, EMBA and PhD.
  •  Admission to IIM Visakhapatnam is based on the marks obtained in the entrance examintion.
  • Entrance Exams Accepted: CAT for PGP and MBA; EMAT/CAT/GRE/GMAT for EMBA; CAT/GRE/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF for PhD.
  • IIM Visakhapatnam Selection Criteria: The final score for PGP is based on PI (48), CAT (25), 10th (4), 12th (4), bachelor's (4), gender diversity (5) and work experience (10).
  • In 2025, CAT exam will be conduted on November 30, 2025. 

IIM Visakhapatnam admissions are entrance-based. Students must have valid CAT scores for MBA/PGD admissions at IIM Vizag. The shortlisted candidates further participate in the interview round. IIM Visakhapatnam admission criteria for the EMBA course include a composite score of performance in the EMAT and Personal Interview (both conducted in online mode). 

IIM Vizag admissions to PhD courses is CAT/GRE/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF examination scores and past academic performance. Students must fulfil the IIM Visakhapatnam eligibility criteria to apply for the courses. IIM Visakhapatnam application process is done in online mode. 

Also See: IIM Visakhapatnam Placements

IIM Visakhapatnam Admissions 2025-2026 Highlights

The table given below shows the entrance examinations accepted for IIM Visakhapatnam admission 2025-2026.

Entrance Exams Accepted for IIM Vizag Admissions 2026 

Course

Entrance Exam

PGP/MBA Programmes

CAT

EMBAEMAT/CAT/GRE/GMAT

Ph.D Programmes

CAT/GRE/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF

How Can I Apply for IIM Visakhapatnam Admission?

The IIM Visakhapatnam application process varies for PGP and Ph.D programmes.

IIM Vizag Registrations2025- 2026 

Course

IIM Visakhapatnam Application Process

PGP

  1. Pay the CAT examination registration fees of Rs 2,500 (Rs 1,250 for SC/ST/PwD candidates).

  2. Apply for the PGP programme through the link provided by IIM Visakhapatnam.

  3. The details of shortlisted candidates will be released by the IIM Visakhapatnam on the official website.

PGPEx

  1. Apply for the PGPEx programme through the application form released on the official website of IIM Visakhapatnam.

  2. Pay the application fees of Rs 1,000 (Rs 500 for NC-OBC and EWS candidates, no fees for SC/ST/PwD and Women candidates) and submit the application form.

  3. Selected candidates will be called for an interview process.
eMBA
  1. Candidates can apply for IIM Visakhapatnam eMBA admissions through the application form released on the official website.
  2. Candidates are exempted from EMAT examination if they have appeared for CAT/GRE/GMAT examination.
  3. Pay the application fees of Rs 1,000.

Ph.D

  1. Candidates must apply through the application form released on the official website of IIM Visakhapatnam.
  2. Upload the documents required and pay the application fees of Rs 500 (SC/ST/PwD/EWS/NC-OBS/Women/Transgender candidates are exempted from paying fees application fees).

Also See: IIM Visakhapatnam Courses

IIM Visakhapatnam Admission Phases

Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam admissions are done in 3 phases. Check the table below for a better understanding of IIM Vizag admissions 2026. 

Phase

Particulars

Phase-1

PGP Application form

Phase-2

  a) Submission of the Personal Interview Consent form.

  b) Personal Interviews (Online mode through Zoom platform)

Phase-3

Admission Offers

IIM Visakhapatnam MBA Admissions 2025-2026

IIM Visakhapatnam admission to its PG programme is done in the course of PGP in Management and its specialisations in the field of Behavioural Sciences, Economics, Finance & Accounting, Marketing, Quantitative Methods & Information Systems, Operations, Public Policy, and Strategy.

IIM Visakhapatnam MBA Admissions Eligibility Criteria

Courses

Eligibility Criteria

PGPEx

Bachelor's degree with minimum 55% score. 

PGP Digital Governance and ManagementBachelor's degree with minimum 55% score + CAT.
PGPM
Executive MBABachelor's degree with minimum 50% score (45% in case of reserved category).

IIM Vizag MBA Admission Process 2025-2026 

  • Students have to appear and qualify the CAT examination.

  • IIM Visakhapatnam will declare the CAT cutoff percentage.

  • Students who meet the IIM Visakhapatnam admission criteria can fill out the application form on the official website of the institute.

  • Further, on the basis of their CAT percentile students are called to appear for a Personal Interview. 

  • Candidates will be shortlisted for IIM Visakhapatnam admissions based on the student's performance in the PI.

  • Candidates are allocated the seats 25% based on their CAT percentile, 48% based on their PI and 48% based on their work experience, the rest is past academic performance.

  • Complete the admission process by submitting documents and paying the IIM Visakhapatnam admission fees.

Also See: IIM Visakhapatnam Cutoffs

IIM Visakhapatnam EMBA Admissions 2025-2026

Students can check below details of Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam admission criteria for Executive MBA programmes. 

IIM Visakhapatnam EMBA Admissions Eligibility Criteria

Courses

Eligibility Criteria

Executive MBABachelor's degree with minimum 50% score (45% in case of reserved category).

IIM Vizag EMBA Admission Process

  • Students must meet the IIM Visakhapatnam eligibility criteria for the EMBA course.
  • Appear and qualify for the EMAT exam.
  • Students who may have appeared for CAT/GRE/GMAT and have a valid test score can be exempted from appearing in EMAT.
  • IIM Vizag admission to the EMBA programme is based on a composite score of performance in the EMAT and Personal Interview.
  • The final composite score for IIM Visakhapatnam EMBA admission process will be created based on a 47.5% weight to EMAT score, 47.5% weight to PI, and 5% will be awarded to Female and Transgender applicants for the institute’s commitment towards Gender diversity.

IIM Visakhapatnam PhD Admissions 2025-2026

At the doctoral level IIM Visakhapatnam admissions are offered to a 4-year Ph.D programme. The Ph.D programme at IIM Visakhapatnam is offered in a full-time mode.

IIM Visakhapatnam PhD Admissions Eligibility Criteria

Courses

Eligibility Criteria

Ph.D

Masters degree with minimum 55% score (50% in case of reserved category) + CAT/GRE/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF.

What is the Admission Process for IIM Visakhapatnam PhD Courses?

  • Candidates must qualify the GRE/GMAT/GATE/UGC-JRF/IIMB Test to be eligible for IIITA Doctorate admissions.

  • Eligible candidates have to apply on the official website.

  • Further, on the basis of their CAT percentile students are called to appear for a Personal Interview. 

  • Candidates will be shortlisted based on the student's performance in the PI.

  • Candidates selected need to deposit course fees and submit the documents to confirm their admission. 

Documents Required for IIM Visakhapatnam Admissions

  • 10th and 12th marksheets.

  • Entrance exam scorecard (CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF(NET)).

  • Birth certificate.

  • ID proof.

  • Statement of Purpose.

  • Work Experience Letters/Payslips(If applicable)

  • Passport size photographs.

  • Migration/Transfer certificate.

Also See: IIM Visakhapatnam Facilities

College Predictors

The college predictors given above can be used to check the eligibility of admission to the college accepting these qualifying examination.

IIM Visakhapatnam Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Is IIM Visakhapatnam good for PGP?

Yes. Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam is good for the PGP programme. The duration of the programme offered is 2 years. Candidates can check for their eligibility from the course page above.

2: Which entrance examination is accepted for the IIM Visakhapatnam Ph.D course?

Scores of CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF(NET)/CSIR (NET) are accepted for admission to the Ph.D course.

3: What is the IIM Visakhapatnam admission process of the PGPM course?

Admission to the PGPM course will be done on the basis of the students' performance in CAT followed by a Personal Interview.

4: Is it necessary to appear for a personal interview for admission to the PGPEx course?

Yes, students have to appear and qualify the personal interview for admission to the PGPEx course.

Student Reviews for IIM Visakhapatnam

College Infrastructure: 4.4/5
Academics: 4.4/5
Placements: 4.3/5
Value for Money: 4.3/5
Campus Life: 4.6/5

Join it good experience but have to work hard for placementt

Academics

Professors are helpful and good quality of education. Moreover, their are webinars and fun educational events organized in the college to keep the students motivated and engaged. Their is a dedicated academic block for classes.

IIM Vizag is 1 of the best B-schools a student can study in.

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Academics

Being one of the top B-schools in India, IIM Visakhapatnam provides academics in line with the recent market situation and all-round analysis of the market and whatever is taught in the class makes you ready for the placements.

Rigorous academics, vibrant culture

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Academics

The academic rigor at IIM V is on par with top B-schools in India. The curriculum is industry-aligned and regularly updated to reflect emerging trends in business and technology. Faculty members are a blend of experienced academicians and industry practitioners, many of whom are PhDs from top global institutions. The case-based pedagogy, live projects, and peer learning environment foster critical thinking and strategic decision-making.

Have a question related to IIM Visakhapatnam ?

Hello there. Hope you are doing good. I would like to tell you that all the IIMs only accept CAT score. APICET score or any other entrance exam is not accepted by any of the IIMs. You need to clear the CAT cutoffs to get admission into any of the IIM. I hope you found this answer helpful. Good luck for your future.

Hello aspirant,

Admission in IIMs are dependent upon different criteria while the most important and the thing which carries the most weightage is the CAT scores, For admission in Different IIMs there are different cutoffs while some go upto 99-100 percentile others go up to 80-85 also, it depends on caste and category aswell, other than that in top IIMs you will be able to get admission on the basis of GD scores, PI scores, experience scores, 10th, 12th and graduate percentages etc.

There are a lot of factors associated with admission in IIMs and you can know the required cutoff and more information about it in the following website,

https://bschool.careers360.com/articles/iim-admission-criteria

I hope this helps.


hi,

its true that iims and some of other top ranked institute shortlisted candidates as per their academic record and  cat or any other management aptitude  test score. see right now which of institute name you have mentioned is also comes under tier 1 college. now you need to focus on your presentation skills, communication approach  to get shortlisted in final rounds. so keep calm and focus on your goal, I think you will surely crack it.

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