Here is the catch with IIT Madras MBA admission 2027: IIT Madras publishes no CAT cutoff. It ranks you on a composite score instead, and your CAT percentile is only one part of it.
The Department of Management Studies (DoMS) runs the MBA, and admission for 2027 runs on your CAT 2026 score. IIT Madras has not opened the 2027 form yet, so the dates below come from its official 2026 cycle. This guide covers who can apply, what percentile to plan for, and the 7 steps to follow.
IIT Madras MBA Admission 2027: Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Programme | Two-year, full-time MBA at DoMS IIT Madras |
| Entrance exam | CAT 2026 (November 29, 2026) |
| Application portal | doms.iitm.ac.in/domsmba |
| 2027 application window | Not announced. Last cycle: December 25 to February 8 |
| Minimum marks | 60% in graduation (55% for SC/ST/PwD) |
| Application fee (2026 cycle) | ₹1,600 (General, OBC, Foreign/NRI); ₹800 (SC/ST/PwD) |
| Selection | Composite score, then reflective writing and personal interview |
| Interview cities (2026 cycle) | Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai |
| NIRF Management Ranking 2025 | Rank 13 (NIRF) |
| Contact | msoffice@iitm.ac.in, 044-2257 5551 (Mon–Fri) |
IIT Madras MBA Eligibility
| Applicant | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Indian nationals | Graduate in any discipline with first class or 60% (55% for SC/ST/PwD) from a recognised university, plus a valid CAT score |
| Final-year students | You can apply. IIT Madras admits you provisionally, and you must produce a completion certificate within two months of joining |
| IIT graduates | An IIT undergraduate degree with a CGPA of 8 or above on a 10-point scale exempts you from CAT |
| Sponsored candidates | A valid CAT score and at least two years of work experience in the same organisation, applying through proper channel |
| Defence personnel | Apply under the sponsored category. CAT is not required |
| Foreign nationals | A valid GMAT score |
You do not need work experience. It counts in your composite score.
CAT 2026 Is Your Entry Ticket
Last year, IIT Madras asked for that year’s CAT score (CAT 2025). Expect CAT 2026 this time. IIM Indore conducts CAT 2026 on November 29, 2026, and you can check the exam details at iimcat.ac.in.
CAT 2026 registration closed on September 22, 2026. If you missed it, CAT is out for this cycle, and only the IIT-graduate and defence exemptions remain.
IIT Madras MBA CAT Cutoff 2027
| What | Detail |
|---|---|
| Official percentile cutoff | None published |
| What IIT Madras uses | A composite score built from your CAT score, past academic performance, work experience, academic diversity and gender |
| Weights | IIT Madras says “due weights” and gives no numbers. Some sites report CAT at about 75%. Treat that as unofficial |
| Reported calls (General) | Most reports say 90 to 96 percentile. A few cite 85 as an overall floor |
| Planning target | 90+ as a floor, 95+ as the comfortable zone (our estimate, not an IIT Madras figure) |
How IIT Madras Selects You
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| 1. Shortlisting | Your composite score decides who gets an interview call. Candidates from all categories reach the next stage this way. In 2026, IIT Madras announced the shortlist on February 19 |
| 2. Reflective writing and personal interview | Shortlisted candidates attend in one of five cities |
| 3. Final selection | IIT Madras weighs your reflective writing and interview, your composite score and other achievements |
| 4. Results | Results, then offer letters, then wait-lists. In 2026, results came on April 30 and three wait-lists ran from July 10 to 20 |
IIT Madras MBA Application Process: 7 Steps
- Take CAT 2026 on November 29, 2026. Save your scorecard.
- Check your eligibility. You need 60% in graduation (55% for SC/ST/PwD), or the IIT-graduate exemption.
- Watch the portal. IIT Madras opened last year’s form on December 25, 2025, after CAT results. Check doms.iitm.ac.in/domsmba for the 2027 notice.
- Register and fill the form. If the portal misbehaves, IIT Madras suggests using Firefox.
- Upload your documents (see the table below).
- Pay the fee and submit before the deadline. IIT Madras considers only complete applications with the fee received.
- Prepare for the shortlist. Plan for a reflective writing task and a personal interview.
You cannot change anything after you submit. IIT Madras rejects applications with wrong information at any stage.
Documents to Upload
| Document | When you need it |
|---|---|
| Passport-size photo | Always |
| Signature | Always |
| CAT scorecard (GMAT scorecard for foreign nationals) | Always |
| OBC-NCL certificate | If applicable. Last cycle: issued after March 31, 2025 |
| EWS certificate | If applicable. Last cycle: issued after March 31, 2025 |
| SC/ST certificate | If applicable |
| PwD medical certificate | If applicable |
| CGPA-to-percentage conversion certificate | If your university gives CGPA |
| Consolidated grade sheet | If you are an IIT graduate applying without a CAT score |
| Citizenship certificate | If you are a foreign national or NRI |
The portal offers certificate formats for OBC-NCL, EWS and PwD. Check the issue-date cut-off in the 2027 notice.
Application Fee (2026 Cycle)
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General, OBC and Foreign/NRI | ₹1,600 |
| SC/ST/PwD | ₹800 |
You pay online by net banking, credit card, debit card or UPI. IIT Madras does not refund the fee.
Last Cycle’s Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Registration opened | December 25, 2025 |
| Registration closed | February 8, 2026 (IIT Madras extended it from January 31) |
| Interview shortlist | February 19, 2026 |
| Interviews | Mumbai: March 7–8. Delhi: March 13–15. Chennai: March 20–22. Hyderabad and Kolkata: March 28–29 |
| Admission results | April 30, 2026 |
| Classes begin | July 2026 |
Don’t count on an extension. Apply early.
3 Mistakes That Cost Applicants
- Submitting with errors. You cannot edit the form afterwards, and wrong information can get you rejected at any stage.
- Using an old certificate. OBC-NCL and EWS certificates must come after the issue-date cut-off in the notice.
- Waiting for the last day. The fee must reach IIT Madras by the deadline, or your application does not count.
FAQs: IIT Madras MBA Admission 2027
1. What is the CAT cutoff for IIT Madras MBA?
IIT Madras publishes no official percentile cutoff. It shortlists on a composite score. Most reports put General-category calls between 90 and 96 percentile.
2. Is CAT compulsory for IIT Madras MBA?
Yes for regular Indian applicants. IIT graduates with a CGPA of 8 or above and defence personnel are exempt.
3. Which CAT score does IIT Madras accept for 2027 admission?
Last year IIT Madras asked for that year’s CAT score. Expect CAT 2026, and confirm it when the 2027 notice goes live.
4. What marks do I need in graduation?
First class or 60% (55% for SC/ST/PwD) in any discipline.
5. Can final-year students apply?
Yes. IIT Madras admits them provisionally, and they must produce a completion certificate within two months of joining.
6. What is the application fee?
Last cycle it was ₹1,600 for General, OBC and Foreign/NRI applicants, and ₹800 for SC/ST/PwD. IIT Madras does not refund it.
7. Do I need work experience?
No. Work experience counts in your composite score, but IIT Madras does not require it.
8. When does IIT Madras MBA 2027 registration open, and where are interviews held?
IIT Madras has not announced 2027 dates. Last cycle, registration opened on December 25, and interviews ran in Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai.
Conclusion
IIT Madras MBA admission 2027 rewards a complete profile, not just a percentile. Secure your CAT 2026 score, keep your documents ready before the portal opens, and watch doms.iitm.ac.in/domsmba for the notice. Comparing IITs? Read our MBA from IITs guide.
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