IIM Raipur – Indian Institute of Management Admission Process

STAGE I: Personal Interview Shortlisting Round

Students are selected based on their CAT scores to appear for Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI). CAT exams’ sectional cut off and overall percentile are taken into consideration for shortlisting students.

The table below shows minimum cut-offs of CAT Percentile for respective categories to be called for the next stage:

Stage 2: Final Selection

The final composite score is calculated on the basis of CAT Score, PI or PA (Personal Appearance).

Stage 3: Offer Acceptance

For a limited time the IIM Raipur portal would be opened for students to submit the admission fee of INR 75,000. This is basically a confirmation and acceptance of the admission seat at IIM Raipur. But those who would like to withdraw will be refunded a fee of INR 1000 before registration dates.

IIM Raipur admission criteria for MBA Selection (Foreign Students)

• Students must have a valid score in GMAT of 650 or above.
• They must hold a relevant and justifiable passport.
• Students must have a TOEFL certificate (if required). With an iBT score of 80 an PBT score of 520.
• Upon application submission and thorough evaluation an interview will be conducted through video conferencing.

Eligibility Criteria: Candidates must have scored at least 50% in their bachelor’s degree. The relaxation for different category of students are as follows:

• Women candidates: 45% aggregate
• SC / ST / PwD candidates: 40% aggregate
• Also a work experience of minimum 02 years is mandatory.

IIM Raipur EPGP Selection Criteria

IIM Raipur EPGP Admission Merit list is prepared after 2 phase shortlisting process.

STAGE I: Basic Shortlisting (CS)

• Performance at 10+2 level.
• Performance at graduation level.
• Work experience level
• Diversity Factor for female candidates and for those from non-engineering backgrounds.
• OBC candidates will be given a 10% relaxation in shortlisting as per cut off for general category.
• SC / ST / PWD would be given a 20% relaxation in shortlisting.

STAGE II: Interview Round

• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interview round based on CS (shortlisting) score. 
• The candidates would be evaluated on: 
  • Richness of Industry Experience 
  • Communication Skills
  • Leadership Ability
  • Diversity Factor

STAGE III: Final Merit List

Shortlisted students would be considered for admission based on the composite score in CS and interview.

Eligibility Criteria: Candidate applying for IIM Raipur PGPM WE Program should have passed bachelor’s degree with an aggregate of 50% marks in any relevant discipline.

Work Experience: A minimum 3 years of work experience is mandatory to be eligible post-qualifying bachelor’s degree exams.

IIM Raipur Selection criteria

• Applicants will be admitted based on their scores in the CAT entrance exam.
• They will be further called for GD and PI.
• An NOC must be arranged for, if selected for admission from the current employer.

Entrance Exam Pattern

The entrance exam is a two hours paper consisting of 60 MCQs divided into the following sections each consisting of 20 questions:

• Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension
• Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning
• Quantitative Aptitude 

IIM Raipur offers EFPM program is designed for working professionals having at least 7 Years of industry experience. The following specialisations are offered under this program. They are Business Policy and Strategy, Economics and Business Environment, Finance and Accounting, Information Technology and System, Marketing Management, Operations Management, and Organisational Behaviour & HRM.

Eligibility Criteria: Candidate should have a master’s degree in any discipline, with at least 60% aggregate or equivalent to be eligible for admission at EFPM program of IIM Raipur.

Key Points: 

• Applicant with a PGP / EPGP / PGPWE from any IIM with a minimum CGPA of 6.0 out of 10 point scale is also eligible.
• CA / ICWA with a degree and CS with B.Com degree with a minimum 60% aggregate or equivalent.
• An Integrated master’s degree in any discipline with 60% marks, obtained in +2 or equivalent.
• Four year / 8 semester B.E. / B.Tech / B.Arch with CGPA of 6.5 out of 10 or equivalent.
• A mandatory work experience of 7 years.

Note: Candidates with a score in PGP / PGPWE / EPGP from IIMs with 6.0 out of 10 point scale (with no ‘F’s and not more than two ‘D’s in the first year) are exempted from submitting entrance test scores.

Selection Criteria:

• Students must have a valid score in either CAT or GRE.
• The final selection will be based on the following miscellaneous factors:
  • Test Score
  • Personal Interview (PI)
  • Academic Qualifications
  • Relevant Work Experience
  • Research Aptitude
  • Publications 
  • Reference Letters

IIM Raipur PhD Admission 2025 – Eligibility, Process, and Dates

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates can apply for the PhD program at IIM Raipur if they meet any of the following criteria:

• Master’s degree or PGP from any IIM

• B.Com along with a professional qualification (CA/CS/ICWA)

• Integrated Master’s degree with at least 60% aggregate marks

• Four-year Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 6.5

Admission Process:

Important Dates (Tentative):

Selection Criteria:

Step 1: Shortlisting for PI

Applicants must have a valid score (from the past two years) in any of the following exams: CAT, GATE, GRE, GMAT, JRF (UGC/CSIR), or UGC-NET. The minimum required percentiles are:

Shortlisting will depend on academic background and qualifying exam scores. The number of candidates called for interviews may vary by specialization.

Step 2: Personal Interview

Candidates shortlisted will appear before an interview panel at IIM Raipur. Evaluation will focus on academic consistency, research interests, and professional achievements.

Step 3: Final Merit List

The final selection will be based on the following weightage:

How to Apply:

• Visit the IIM Raipur website and fill out the online application form.

• Pay the application fee of ₹1000.

• Candidates may apply to a maximum of two areas of specialization.

Required Documents:

• Self-attested copies of mark sheets/certificates (10th, 12th, UG, PG, etc.)

• CGPA to percentage conversion certificate (if applicable)

• Two reference letters

• Work experience certificates (if applicable)

• Caste certificate (if applicable)