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

📢 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

👉 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)

📌 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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