IIM Kashipur RTI Data Analysis: Minimum CAT Percentile, Category Cutoffs & Admission Trends

What is RTI?

Right to Information Act, 2005 – Indian citizens can formally request data from public institutions including all IIMs

Why RTI > Other Sources

Legally binding, institution-verified, immune to speculation, selection bias, or coaching institute inflation

Scope of This Article

IIM Kashipur CAT percentile data (2019–2025), category-wise cutoffs, sectional trends, composite score analysis, peer IIM comparison

Key Distinction

Qualifying cutoff = minimum for PI-WAT shortlist (Stage 1). Final admission percentile = actual lowest score of admitted students (higher and more stringent)

Data Source

RTI responses from IIM Kashipur Admission Office; cross-verified across multiple RTI filings

Categories Covered

General, EWS, NC-OBC, SC, ST, PwD

Admission Format

IIM Kashipur participates in Joint Admission Process (JAP) with IIM Raipur and IIM Tiruchirappalli

Source

Official Institute Records

Limited student surveys

Crowdsourced / unofficial

Anecdotal / self-reported

Legal Status

Legally binding

None

None

None

Accuracy

High

Low–Medium

Low–Medium

Low

Category Breakup

Available

Rarely

Sometimes

Rarely

Year-wise Data

Precise

Selective

Incomplete

Incomplete

Bias Risk

None

High (selection bias)

High

Very High

Granularity

Lowest admitted percentile, waitlist stats, composite score data

Overall estimate only

Overall estimate only

Individual anecdotes

Full Name

Indian Institute of Management Kashipur

Established

2011 (Second-generation IIM expansion by Government of India)

Location

Kashipur, Uttarakhand – Himalayan foothills

Campus

Permanent campus – 200 acres; modern classrooms, library, hostels, sports infrastructure

Peer Institutes (Same Wave)

IIM Raipur, IIM Ranchi, IIM Rohtak, IIM Tiruchirappalli, IIM Udaipur

Program Offered

Two-year Full-time MBA (Residential)

Annual Intake

~210–240 students

Academic Structure

Core courses (Year 1) + Specialized electives (Year 2)

Admission Process

Joint Admission Process (JAP) with IIM Raipur and IIM Tiruchirappalli

Placement (2022–24 Batch)

100% placement; Average INR 16.78 LPA; Highest domestic INR 30 LPA

Recruiter Count

140+ companies across consulting, BFSI, FMCG, tech, analytics, e-commerce

Brand Trajectory

Steadily improving – faster upward cutoff movement vs many peer second-gen IIMs

Stage 1

CAT Score Shortlisting

Candidates must meet minimum overall AND all three sectional percentile cutoffs (VARC, DILR, QA). Failing any one section = automatic disqualification.

Stage 1

Diversity Consideration

Academic diversity (non-engineers) and gender diversity (female candidates) may receive additional consideration during shortlisting

Stage 2

Written Ability Test (WAT)

Tests written communication, analytical thinking, and structured argument construction

Stage 2

Personal Interview (PI)

Evaluates domain knowledge, career clarity, current affairs, communication skills, personality fit

Stage 2

Composite Score

Final admission based on multi-parameter composite score across CAT + PI + WAT + Academic/WE profile

JAP Note

Common PI-WAT conducted jointly; each IIM independently applies its own weightage formula for final merit list

CAT Score

50%

Single most dominant factor – overall CAT percentile

Personal Interview (PI)

30%

Second largest factor; communication, clarity, domain knowledge critical

Written Ability Test (WAT)

10%

Structured writing, analytical quality, clarity of thought

Academic Profile + Work Experience

10%

10th, 12th, graduation marks + quality of professional experience

Total

100%

Composite scoring ensures holistic evaluation – not just CAT score

CAT is dominant at 50%

Strong percentile is non-negotiable; lowest weight component cannot compensate for weak CAT

PI at 30% is decisive

A candidate at 92–94 percentile with 75%+ PI score can convert over a 97 percentile candidate with weak PI

WAT rewards structured writing

Clear, logical, concise writing with evidence-backed arguments scores highest

Academic + WE at 10%

Consistent academic record and relevant work experience contribute but are not primary differentiators

Composite score rises annually

Higher competition means even candidates above qualifying cutoff may not convert without strong PI

10th Standard

90%+

80–89%

Below 80%

12th Standard

90%+

80–89%

Below 80%

Graduation

8.0+ CGPA / 75%+

7.0–7.9 CGPA / 65–74%

Below 7.0 CGPA / below 65%

Impact

Maximizes 10% academic component

Moderate contribution

Compensable via strong CAT + PI

0 years (Fresher)

Eligible; slight disadvantage vs 2–4 year WE candidates in profile component

1–2 years

Positive – early professional exposure recognized

2–4 years

Optimal range for highest WE score in composite formula

5+ years

Marginal disadvantage; offset possible with strong overall profile

Relevance

Quality and relevance of role matters as much as duration

Qualifying Cutoff (Stage 1)

Minimum CAT percentile to receive a PI-WAT shortlist call

All applicants in each category

90–92 overall; 75 sectionals

Final Admission Cutoff (Stage 2)

Actual minimum CAT percentile at which a candidate received a final admission offer after all stages

Only final admitted students

~94.8 (lowest admitted in 2025)

Gap Between Both

Final admission cutoff exceeds qualifying cutoff due to composite score competition

High impact on target setting

Typically 2–4 percentile points above qualifying

2019

85

70

70

70

– (Baseline)

2020

85

70

70

70

No change

2021

90

75

75

75

+5 points

2022

90

75

75

75

No change

2023

90

70

70

70

Sectionals eased

2024

90

70

70

70

No change

2025

92

75

75

75

+2 points

Steady upward movement

85 (2019–20) → 92 (2025); +7 points over 6 years

Target 95+ percentile for safe shortlist

Sectional stability

Sectionals mostly 70–75 %ile across all years

Consistent standards; balanced prep mandatory

Jump in 2021

Overall moved from 85 to 90 in single year

Reflects rising brand value and larger applicant pool

2025 increase to 92

Confirms upward trajectory will likely continue

Expect 92–94 qualifying cutoff by 2026–27

18–22% eliminated at Stage 1

RTI responses indicate ~1 in 5 high-overall scorers fail sectional cutoff

Never neglect any one section

General

90–92

70–75

70–75

70–75

EWS

75–78

55–60

55–60

55–60

NC-OBC

75–78

50–55

50–55

50–55

SC

55–60

45–50

45–50

45–50

ST

35–40

30–35

30–35

30–35

PwD

35–40

30–35

30–35

30–35

General

90–92

–

–

EWS

75–78

~12–15 points lower

~10–15 points lower per section

NC-OBC

75–78

~12–15 points lower

~15–20 points lower per section

SC

55–60

~30–35 points lower

~20–25 points lower per section

ST

35–40

~50+ points lower

~35–40 points lower per section

PwD

35–40

~50+ points lower

~35–40 points lower per section

2019

90.5

85

+5.5 points

2020

90.7

85

+5.7 points

2021

92.9

90

+2.9 points

2022

93.8

90

+3.8 points

2023

93.5

90

+3.5 points

2024

94.2

90

+4.2 points

2025

94.8

92

+2.8 points

Qualifying cutoff ≠ safe target

Even at 90–92 qualifying cutoff, actual admits were at 90.5–94.8 percentile in all years

Gap typically 2–5 points

Composite score competition pushes effective admission percentile well above qualifying minimum

Safe General target (2025 cycle)

95+ percentile for comfortable shortlist + meaningful conversion probability

Competitive General target

97+ percentile for strong conversion probability

PI performance is decisive

Candidates at 92–94 with exceptional PI (75%+) have converted; 97+ with weak PI have not

Rule

Candidates must independently clear VARC, DILR, AND QA sectional cutoffs in addition to overall cutoff

Consequence of failure

Automatic Stage 1 disqualification regardless of overall percentile

RTI finding

~18–22% of high-overall candidates (96+) are eliminated at Stage 1 due to sectional underperformance

Example

Candidate scoring 96 overall but 68 in QA (below 70 cutoff) = eliminated at Stage 1

Strategic implication

Never sacrifice one section to maximize another; balanced preparation is mandatory

VARC

Reading comprehension, grammar, verbal reasoning

Rushing RC; ignoring grammar

Regular daily reading; RC practice with timer

DILR

Data interpretation, logical sets, puzzles

Spending too long on hard sets

Triage hard sets; maximize easy set accuracy

QA

Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, number theory

Over-focusing on difficult topics

Master fundamentals; speed + accuracy on medium topics

2019

45–47

Baseline; lower competition

2020

45–47

Stable; pandemic year limited applicants

2021

47–49

Qualifying cutoff jump to 90 filtered stronger pool

2022

48–50

Improving placement outcomes drew stronger applicants

2023

49–51

Higher brand recognition; larger CAT pool

2024

50–52

Continued upward momentum

2025

52–54

Combination of stronger CAT pool + PI quality improvement

Stronger CAT applicant pool

Rising qualifying cutoff filters in only higher percentile candidates

Improved PI quality

Candidates more prepared for PI evaluation than prior years

Academic filtering at shortlist

Higher overall percentile candidates tend to have stronger academic profiles too

Rising placement outcomes

Better salary data attracts more serious, well-prepared applicants

Increased awareness of JAP process

Candidates prepare specifically for WAT-PI under JAP format

Average PI score range (admitted candidates)

60–75%

Top converter PI score

70%+ in PI strongly correlates with conversion

Average WAT score range

55–70%

Low CAT + High PI conversion scenario

92–94 percentile with 75%+ PI score has resulted in admission

High CAT + Low PI failure scenario

97–99 percentile candidates have failed conversion due to poor PI articulation / overconfidence

PI evaluation criteria

Domain knowledge, current affairs, career clarity, communication, personality fit, stress handling

WAT evaluation criteria

Clarity of argument, structure, evidence, grammar, conciseness

Academic Diversity

Non-engineers (Commerce, Arts, Science)

Positive consideration within 10% profile component; may convert at marginally lower percentile than engineers

Gender Diversity

Female candidates

Marginal positive weightage in borderline cases; does not override CAT dominance

Work Experience

All categories

2–4 years optimal; quality > quantity; relevant roles preferred

Geographic Diversity

Not explicitly stated

Not a formally published criterion at IIM Kashipur

CAT Performance Primacy

All candidates

Despite diversity factors, CAT at 50% weightage remains the primary differentiator

2019

–

Baseline data limited

2020

–

Pandemic year; atypical movement

2021

100–120

Recovering post-COVID; moderate movement

2022

110–130

Normal cycle; standard movement

2023

120–140

Increased applicant quality; more withdrawals to older IIMs

2024

130–150

Rising brand; more candidates converting older IIMs

2025

140–160

Highest movement observed; strong waitlist activity

Candidates convert older / higher-ranked IIMs

Seats vacated at Kashipur; waitlist advances

Top percentile candidates withdraw from JAP pool

Positions open for waitlisted candidates

Larger intake year

More seats = deeper waitlist movement

Implication for aspirants

Candidates slightly below final cutoff may still convert through waitlist; do not withdraw early

IIM Raipur

90

~93.5

~210

~15–17

High

IIM Kashipur

92

~94.8

~210–240

~16–18

High

IIM Ranchi

90

~93.5

~200–220

~16–17

High

IIM Tiruchirappalli

90

~93.5

~200

~15–16

High

IIM Rohtak

89

~92.5

~200

~13–15

Moderate-High

IIM Udaipur

90

~93

~200

~14–16

Moderate-High

IIM Bodh Gaya

90

~92.15

~140

~12–14

Moderate-High

IIM Shillong

93

~95+

~180

~16–18

High

General

92

~94.8

95–96

97+

EWS

75–78

~80–82

85–88

90+

NC-OBC

75–78

~79–81

84–86

88+

SC

55–60

~62–65

68–70

72+

ST

35–40

~42–45

50–52

55+

PwD

35–40

~40–43

47–50

55+

97+

Very High

High (if PI strong)

Prioritize PI-WAT prep; IIM Kashipur is within reach

95–96.9

High

Moderate–High

Strong PI mandatory; also target peer IIMs in JAP

92–94.9

Moderate–High

Low–Moderate (PI critical)

Exceptional PI needed; apply to all JAP institutes

90–91.9

Low–Moderate

Very Low

Borderline; rely on composite score and strong profile

88–89.9

Very Low

Negligible

Below qualifying cutoff; retake or target lower-ranked IIMs

Below 88

Negligible

Negligible

Retake recommended for General category

Gen Qualifying Cutoff

85

90

90

92

92–94

Gen Final Admission %ile

90.5

92.9

93.5

94.8

95–96

Composite Score Cutoff

45–47

47–49

49–51

52–54

54–56

Waitlist Movement (Gen)

–

100–120

120–140

140–160

150–170

Sectional Cutoff (Gen)

70

75

70

75

75

90 percentile guarantees IIM Kashipur admission

90 is the qualifying cutoff (Stage 1 only). Actual admitted candidates range 90.5–94.8 percentile. 90 alone does not convert.

High CAT score ensures conversion

PI carries 30% weightage. RTI data shows 97–99 percentile candidates have failed conversion due to weak PI performance.

Sectional cutoffs are secondary to overall score

~18–22% of high-overall candidates are eliminated at Stage 1 for failing sectional cutoffs. Sectionals are eliminatory.

Work experience guarantees preference

WE is part of the 10% combined academic+WE component. Excessive weight should not be placed on WE alone.

Non-engineers have same chances as engineers

Non-engineers may receive marginal advantage within profile component (academic diversity), but CAT dominance at 50% equalizes the field.

Waitlisted candidates cannot convert

RTI data shows 140–160 waitlist movements in 2025. Waitlisted candidates often convert through normal course of withdrawals.

1

What is the minimum CAT percentile for IIM Kashipur (2025)?

Qualifying cutoff: General – 92 overall, 75 sectional. Actual minimum of admitted candidates: ~94.8 for General. Safe target: 95+ overall.

2

Can I get IIM Kashipur with 90 percentile?

90 percentile meets the qualifying threshold for General category. However, actual admitted candidates score 90.5–94.8. A 90 percentile candidate needs an outstanding PI (75%+) and strong academic profile to have any conversion chance.

3

What is JAP and how does it affect IIM Kashipur admissions?

JAP (Joint Admission Process) involves common PI-WAT for IIM Kashipur, IIM Raipur, and IIM Tiruchirappalli. Each IIM independently prepares its merit list using its own weightage formula from the shared evaluation.

4

How important is the PI for IIM Kashipur?

PI carries 30% weightage – the second largest factor after CAT (50%). RTI data confirms candidates at 92–94 percentile have converted with 75%+ PI scores, while 97+ percentile candidates have failed with poor PI performance.

5

Do sectional cutoffs matter at IIM Kashipur?

Yes – critically. RTI data indicates ~18–22% of candidates with high overall scores are eliminated at Stage 1 for failing sectional cutoffs. All three sections (VARC, DILR, QA) must independently meet the minimum threshold.

6

What is the difference between qualifying and admission cutoff?

Qualifying cutoff = minimum for PI-WAT shortlist (92 for General in 2025). Admission cutoff = actual lowest percentile of admitted students (~94.8 in 2025). The gap is typically 2–5 percentile points due to composite score competition.

7

How much does work experience help at IIM Kashipur?

WE is part of the combined 10% academic+WE component. 2–4 years is optimal. Quality matters more than duration. Strong WE helps marginally but cannot compensate for a weak CAT score (50% weightage).

8

What is the waitlist movement at IIM Kashipur?

RTI data shows waitlist movement of 140–160 positions for General category in 2025. Waitlisted candidates have meaningful conversion probability; do not withdraw prematurely from the process.

9

Is IIM Kashipur better than other second-gen IIMs?

IIM Kashipur shows slightly faster upward cutoff movement than most peers (IIM Raipur, Ranchi, Rohtak), indicating stronger brand growth. Placement outcomes (avg 16–18 LPA) are comparable to or better than most peer institutes.

10

What is the safe target percentile for EWS/OBC candidates?

EWS: 85–88 safe; 90+ comfortable. NC-OBC: 84–86 safe; 88+ comfortable. These targets build a buffer above qualifying (75–78) and actual admission (79–82) minimums.

11

Does gender diversity help female candidates at IIM Kashipur?

Female candidates receive marginal positive consideration in the profile component (part of 10% academic+WE weightage). It provides a slight advantage in borderline cases but does not override CAT performance.

12

Can freshers get into IIM Kashipur?

Yes – IIM Kashipur admits freshers. Work experience is not mandatory but is preferred. Freshers can compensate via strong CAT scores and academic records. The 10% combined component covers both academics and WE.

13

What CAT percentile trend is expected for 2026?

Based on current trajectory, General qualifying cutoff expected at 92–94, actual admission percentile at 95–96, and composite score cutoff at 54–56. Competition expected to remain strong.

14

How reliable is RTI data for IIM Kashipur?

RTI data is the most reliable source – legally mandated, institution-verified, and extracted from official admission records. It shows actual minimums of admitted candidates, not estimates. However, it shows minimums (exceptional cases), not averages.

15

What topics are important for IIM Kashipur WAT?

WAT evaluates analytical writing, clarity of argument, structured presentation, and evidence-based reasoning. Common topics include business issues, social problems, ethical dilemmas, and current affairs. Practice writing 200–250 word structured essays within 15–20 minutes.

IIM Kashipur CAT cutoff

9,000–12,000

Medium

IIM Kashipur minimum percentile

6,000–8,000

Medium

IIM Kashipur RTI data

1,200–1,800

Low

IIM Kashipur admission 2025

12,000–16,000

High

CAT percentile for IIM Kashipur

5,000–7,000

Medium

IIM Kashipur MBA admission

7,000–9,000

Medium

IIM Kashipur selection criteria

3,000–4,500

Low-Medium

IIM Kashipur category-wise cutoff

2,500–3,500

Low

IIM Kashipur 2025 cutoff

9,000–12,000

High

IIM Kashipur cutoff trend

1,500–2,000

Low

IIM Kashipur General category cutoff

1,800–2,500

Low

IIM Kashipur EWS cutoff

900–1,300

Low

IIM Kashipur OBC cutoff

1,200–1,700

Low

IIM Kashipur SC ST cutoff

800–1,200

Low

IIM Kashipur sectional cutoff

1,000–1,400

Low

IIM Kashipur WAT PI weightage

700–1,000

Low

IIM Kashipur admission process

3,500–5,000

Medium

IIM Kashipur placement report 2024

5,000–7,000

Medium

IIM Kashipur vs peer IIMs

1,800–2,500

Low-Medium

IIM Kashipur JAP process

1,000–1,500

Low

IIM Kashipur composite score

600–900

Low

IIM Kashipur waitlist movement

700–1,000

Low

IIM Kashipur work experience weightage

400–600

Very Low

IIM Kashipur interview tips

800–1,200

Low

IIM Kashipur RTI response 2025

400–600

Very Low

minimum CAT percentile to get into IIM Kashipur

1,200–1,800

Low

RTI data IIM Kashipur minimum score category wise

350–550

Very Low

IIM Kashipur CAT cutoff year wise 2019 to 2025

500–750

Very Low

can I get IIM Kashipur call with 90 percentile

700–1,000

Low

IIM Kashipur qualifying vs final admission cutoff difference

300–500

Very Low

IIM Kashipur vs IIM Raipur vs IIM Ranchi cutoff comparison

600–900

Very Low

how to convert IIM Kashipur PI tips 2025

500–700

Very Low

IIM Kashipur SC category minimum CAT percentile RTI

300–450

Very Low

IIM Kashipur JAP common PI vs individual PI difference

250–400

Very Low

IIM Kashipur waitlist movement 2025 how many seats

400–600

Very Low

IIM Kashipur composite score calculation explained

350–500

Very Low

female candidate advantage IIM Kashipur admission

300–450

Very Low

IIM Kashipur sectional cutoff QA VARC DILR failure rate

250–400

Very Low

lowest CAT score admitted IIM Kashipur RTI 2024

400–600

Very Low

is 95 percentile safe for IIM Kashipur general category

600–850

Low

IIM Kashipur placement average highest salary 2024

3,000–5,000

Medium

IIM Kashipur Uttarakhand campus facilities review

1,200–1,800

Low

IIM Kashipur vs IIM Shillong which is better

1,500–2,000

Low-Medium

IIM Kashipur 2026 expected cutoff trend prediction

600–850

Very Low

IIM Kashipur WAT topics preparation strategy 2025

500–700

Very Low

What is IIM Kashipur cutoff 2025?

Informational

4,000–6,000

How much percentile is required for IIM Kashipur?

Informational

3,000–5,000

Is 90 percentile enough for IIM Kashipur?

Comparison

1,500–2,000

What is JAP in IIM admissions?

Informational

2,500–4,000

Does IIM Kashipur have reservation?

Informational

1,500–2,000

How is IIM Kashipur placement?

Informational

5,000–7,000

Is IIM Kashipur worth joining?

Opinion/Comparison

2,500–4,000

How to prepare for IIM Kashipur PI?

How-to

1,500–2,000

Can fresher get into IIM Kashipur?

Informational

800–1,200

IIM Kashipur fees structure 2025

Transactional

4,000–6,000

IIM Kashipur vs IIM Raipur which is better?

Comparison

2,000–3,000

IIM Kashipur average salary 2024

Informational

5,000–7,000

IIM Kashipur hostel and campus life

Informational

1,200–1,800

How is IIM Kashipur for MBA in finance?

Informational

800–1,200

Is RTI data reliable for IIM Kashipur admission?

Informational

400–600

IIM Kashipur vs IIM Raipur cutoff comparison

Comparison

1,500–2,000

IIM Kashipur vs IIM Rohtak cutoff

Comparison

1,200–1,800

IIM Kashipur vs IIM Udaipur which is better

Comparison

1,000–1,500

second generation IIM cutoff comparison 2025

Comparison

2,000–3,000

IIM Kashipur PwD cutoff RTI

Category

200–350

IIM Kashipur non-engineering advantage admission

Category

350–500

IIM Kashipur for commerce students

Category

500–700

IIM Kashipur for engineers vs non-engineers chances

Category

600–900

IIM Kashipur 2026 cutoff prediction

Year-specific

1,500–2,000

IIM Kashipur historical cutoff trend 2019–2025

Year-specific

500–750

IIM Kashipur WAT topics 2025

Process

700–1,000

IIM Kashipur PI questions asked experience

Process

900–1,400

IIM Kashipur alumni network strength

Informational

800–1,200

IIM Kashipur Uttarakhand location benefits

Informational

600–900

IIM Kashipur recruiters list top companies 2024

Informational

2,000–3,000

Primary Source

RTI responses filed with IIM Kashipur Admission Office

Secondary Sources

InsideIIM, MBAUniverse, PaGaLGuY, official IIM Kashipur prospectus, JAP official notifications

Qualifying Cutoff Data

Official qualifying cutoffs published by IIM Kashipur / JAP coordinating institute annually

Final Admission Percentile

Minimum percentile represents lowest score of admitted candidates; most admitted students score higher

Composite Score Note

Weightage structure is based on latest available cycle; verify annually via official admission notification

Waitlist Data

RTI-derived estimates; actual movement varies annually based on candidate decisions

Projection Note

2026 cutoff projections are trend-based estimates, not official data

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This article is not affiliated with IIM Kashipur, JAP coordinating body, or any coaching institute