About IIM Ahmedabad
Established in 1961, IIM Ahmedabad is India’s premier business school, renowned globally for its excellence in management education. The institute offers a range of programs, including the flagship Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP), Post Graduate Programme in Food and Agribusiness Management (PGP-FABM), and the one-year Post Graduate Programme for Executives (PGPX). IIM Ahmedabad is recognized as an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India.
Latest Updates
NIRF 2024 Rankings: IIM Ahmedabad secured the 1st position among management institutions in India.
CAT 2024: The examination was held on November 24, 2024.
Admissions 2025: The admission process for the 2025-27 batch is underway, with shortlisting based on CAT 2024 scores.
Established: 1961
Type: Public Business School
Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Campus Size: 102 acres
Accreditation: EQUIS
NIRF Ranking 2024: 1st in Management
QS World University Rankings 2024 (Masters in Management): 42nd globally
Financial Times Global MBA Rankings 2024: 41st globally
Top Recruiters: McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group, Goldman Sachs, Accenture, Deloitte, Amazon
Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP)
Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD) and a valid CAT score.
Total Fees: ₹26.5 Lakhs
Post Graduate Programme in Food and Agribusiness Management (PGP-FABM)
Duration: 2 Years
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or related fields with a minimum of 50% marks and a valid CAT score.
Total Fees: ₹26.5 Lakhs
Post Graduate Programme for Executives (PGPX)
Duration: 1 Year
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 4 years of work experience and a valid GMAT/GRE score.
Total Fees: ₹34.15 Lakhs
e-Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Business Analytics (ePGD-ABA)
Duration: 16 Months
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of work experience and a valid CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE score.
Total Fees: ₹12 Lakhs
For PGP and PGP-FABM
CAT 2024: Candidates must have appeared for CAT 2024.
Shortlisting: Based on CAT scores, academic performance, and other criteria.
Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT): Shortlisted candidates are invited for PI and WAT.
Final Selection: Based on CAT score, PI & WAT performance, academic background, and work experience.
For PGPX
Application: Submit application with GMAT/GRE scores.
Shortlisting: Based on test scores, academic record, and work experience.
Interview: Shortlisted candidates are called for interviews.
Final Selection: Based on overall performance.
IIM Ahmedabad Cutoff 2024
CAT 2024 Cutoff for PGP (General Category)
Overall Percentile: 80% (Minimum eligibility)
Actual Shortlisting Percentile: Typically above 99% for general category candidates.
Note: Cutoffs vary for different categories and are subject to change each year.
Placements 2024
PGP Placements
Highest International Package: ₹1.32 Crores per annum
Highest Domestic Package: ₹72 Lakhs per annum
Average Package: ₹36.2 Lakhs per annum
Median Package: ₹32 Lakhs per annum
Total Offers Made: 450+
Top Recruiters: McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group, Goldman Sachs, Accenture, Deloitte, Amazon
PGPX Placements
Highest International Package: $212,347
Highest Domestic Package: ₹1.08 Crores per annum
Average Package: ₹35.68 Lakhs per annum
NIRF 2024: 1st in Management Category
QS World University Rankings 2024 (Masters in Management): 42nd globally
Financial Times Global MBA Rankings 2024: 41st globally
Need-Based Scholarships: Financial assistance for students from economically weaker sections.
Merit-Based Scholarships: Awards for outstanding academic performance.
Industry-Sponsored Scholarships: Offered by various corporations and organizations.
Campus Facilities
Academic Blocks: State-of-the-art classrooms and lecture halls.
Library: Extensive collection of books, journals, and digital resources.
Hostels: Fully furnished accommodations with modern amenities.
Sports Facilities: Facilities for various indoor and outdoor sports.
Clubs and Committees: Various student-run clubs for extracurricular activities.
Events: Annual events like Confluence (management symposium) and Chaos (cultural festival).
IIM Ahmedabad - FAQs
Q1: What is the fee structure for the PGP program at IIM Ahmedabad?
A: The total fee for the PGP program is ₹26.5 Lakhs for the 2025-27 batch.
Q2: What was the highest package offered during the 2024 placements?
A: The highest international package was ₹1.32 Crores per annum, and the highest domestic package was ₹72 Lakhs per annum.
Q3: What is the minimum CAT percentile required for admission?
A: The minimum eligibility is 80 percentile, but actual shortlisting typically requires a percentile above 99 for general category candidates.
Q4: Does IIM Ahmedabad offer any executive programs?
A: Yes, IIM Ahmedabad offers the PGPX, a one-year full-time residential program for executives with significant work experience.
