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IIM Ahmedabad Increases CAT 2025 Cut-Off – Check New Rules for Admission

“IIM Ahmedabad campus building with students preparing for CAT 2025”

📢 Big Update: IIM Ahmedabad CAT 2025 Cut-Off Raised

The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIM A), India’s No. 1 management institute, has officially increased its CAT 2025 cut-off percentile. This decision impacts thousands of CAT aspirants aiming for the prestigious PGP (MBA) program at IIM A.

With higher cut-offs and revised admission rules, aspirants will need to raise their preparation level to secure a shortlist from IIM Ahmedabad.

In this blog by Planet E, we’ll break down:

  • The new CAT 2025 cut-off for IIM Ahmedabad

  • Changes in admission rules

  • Past year cut-off trends

  • How shortlisting works at IIM A

  • Planet E’s expert preparation tips to crack IIM A


🎯 IIM Ahmedabad CAT 2025 Cut-Off – What’s New?

IIM Ahmedabad has revised its CAT 2025 percentile requirements. The cut-off is higher than previous years, making the competition tougher.

✅ New CAT 2025 Cut-Off for IIM Ahmedabad

Category Sectional Percentile (VARC/DILR/QA) Overall Percentile
General (UR) 80 90
NC-OBC 70 85
SC 60 75
ST 50 65
PwD 50 65

👉 Compared to CAT 2024, the General category cut-off has gone up from 85 to 90 percentile, while for other categories, the increase is 2–3 percentile points.


📌 Why Has IIM Ahmedabad Increased the Cut-Off?

The decision to raise cut-offs is influenced by:

  • Rising competition: Over 3.5 lakh+ students are expected to apply for CAT 2025.

  • High-quality applicants: More candidates are scoring 95+ percentile in CAT each year.

  • Maintaining standards: IIM A is globally ranked among the Top 50 B-Schools and aims to admit only the most competitive profiles.


📝 IIM Ahmedabad Admission Rules 2025 – What Has Changed?

Along with the increased cut-off, IIM Ahmedabad has also introduced new shortlisting rules:

  1. Higher Weightage to CAT 2025 Score
    CAT percentile will carry 65% weightage (up from 60%) in the shortlisting process.

  2. Reduced Weightage for 10th & 12th Marks
    Class 10th and 12th scores will now have 15% combined weightage (earlier 20%).

  3. Work Experience Weightage Increased
    Work experience weightage has gone up from 8% to 10%, benefiting working professionals.

  4. Gender Diversity Factor
    Female candidates will continue to receive extra weightage, encouraging diversity in the classroom.

  5. Final Selection (PI + AWT)
    Personal Interview (PI) and Academic Writing Test (AWT) will carry 25–30% weightage in the final merit list.


📊 IIM Ahmedabad Cut-Off Trends (Past 5 Years)

Year General Cut-Off (Overall) OBC SC ST
CAT 2021 85 75 70 60
CAT 2022 85 75 70 60
CAT 2023 85 75 70 60
CAT 2024 85 75 70 60
CAT 2025 90 85 75 65

📌 Observation: The cut-off has remained constant for 4 years, but 2025 marks the first big jump in IIM A’s eligibility criteria.


⚡ How Does IIM Ahmedabad Shortlisting Work?

Shortlisting for the PI & AWT round depends on a Composite Score (CS):

Composite Score = (CAT Percentile × 65%) + (10th + 12th Marks × 15%) + (Work Experience × 10%) + (Diversity Factor × 10%)

👉 Only the top candidates with the highest CS in each category are shortlisted for the next round.


🚀 How to Crack IIM Ahmedabad After Cut-Off Hike?

With higher cut-offs, you need a stronger CAT preparation strategy. Here’s how Planet E can help:

🔹 Step 1: Ace Sectional Percentiles

  • VARC: Practice RCs daily, focus on inference-based questions.

  • DILR: Build speed with puzzle sets & DI tables.

  • QA: Strengthen Arithmetic & Algebra – most tested topics in CAT.

🔹 Step 2: Target 98+ Percentile

Since cut-offs are now higher, scoring just at the minimum won’t guarantee a call. Planet E mentors recommend aiming for 98+ percentile.

🔹 Step 3: Build Profile for Shortlisting

  • Maintain strong academics (GPA/CGPA).

  • Gain work experience & internships.

  • Participate in extracurriculars for profile weightage.

🔹 Step 4: Prepare for PI & AWT with Planet E

  • Mock interviews with IIM alumni.

  • Essay writing practice for AWT.

  • Personality development & current affairs sessions.


🌟 Why Choose Planet E for CAT 2025 & IIM Ahmedabad?

  • Expert Mentors: IIM & top B-school graduates guide you.

  • Personalized Study Plans: Section-wise strategies tailored to your strengths.

  • Proven Results: Thousands of students trained by Planet E are now in IIMs.

  • End-to-End Guidance: From CAT prep → GD/PI → Final selection.

💡 At Planet E, we don’t just prepare you for CAT – we prepare you for IIM life.


🏆 Final Words

The IIM Ahmedabad CAT 2025 cut-off hike makes the road tougher, but not impossible. With the right preparation, discipline, and expert mentorship from Planet E, you can not only clear the cut-off but also secure your place in India’s No. 1 MBA institute.

👉 Start your CAT 2025 journey with Planet E today and make your IIM dream a reality!


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