IIM Sambalpur Admission 2024: Cutoff, Selection Criteria, Eligibility, Dates

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IIM Sambalpur MBA Admission 2023 are held via CAP along with 8 other baby IIMs. IIM Sambalpur is one of the third generation IIMs in the country, mentored by IIM Indore. IIM Sambalpur offers a two-year, full-time, residential PGP/ MBA program. MBA Admission to IIM Sambalpur is a 2 phase process. In the first phase, the institute shortlist students based on their CAT Cutoff. Candidates shortlisted in the first round are further required to appear for a Personal Interview. The final shortlist is prepared on the basis of CAT score (30% weightage), Personal Appearance (25%) Profile (45% weightage). The minimum cutoff for MBA admission at IIM Sambalpur remained 92%. 

Check IIM Sambalpur Admission Cutoff 

IIM Sambalpur Executive MBA admission is based on a valid CAT/GMAT/GRE/IIMSAT score. The final selection to the program is based on performance in Interview, academic qualification and relevant work experience. PhD and e-PhD admissions are done on the basis of scores of CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/ JRF (UGC/CSIR) and the following Research Aptitude Test (IIMSRAT) Score followed by PI. Other factors such as work experience, past academic record, publication, and reference letter are also considered for final selection.

IIM Sambalpur MBA Admission 2023

The candidates who hold a Bachelor’s degree with 60% marks are eligible to apply for the 2 years full-time MBA program. IIM Sambalpur MBA admission includes the following stages:

Admission Stage Description 
CAT Registration  The candidates need to register for the CAT examination and apply to IIM Sambalpur in the same form.
CAT Examination  The applicants will have to appear for the CAT exam, conducted at various locations across India.
Shortlisting for Personal Interview  The candidates will be shortlisted based on their percentile in CAT 2022. 
Personal Interview The shortlisted candidates will be called for the personal interview conducted by CAP 2023.
Final Selection  The final selection of the candidates will be done on the basis of their CAT score, PI score, and their Profile

IIM Sambalpur MBA Important Dates 

Events Dates
Last Date for CAP 2023 Registration January 22, 2023
Intimation regarding Personal Interview Second Week of February 2023
Personal Interview Week 1 February 13 - 18, 2023
Personal Interview Week 2 February 20 - 25, 2023
Personal Interview Week 3 February 27, 2023 - March 4, 2023
Offer Letter May 2023 - June 2023 (Tentative)

IIM Sambalpur MBA Selection Criteria 

The candidates are selected for the MBA program based on the 2 stage process that is explained in the sections below:

IIM Sambalpur MBA Selection Criteria: Shortlisting for PI

The candidates who have scored above the minimum cut-off in all the sections and the overall CAT percentile will be shortlisted for the personal interview. IIM Sambalpur CAT cut-off percentile is mentioned in the table below:

Category Overall VARC DILR QA
General 92 70 70 70
EWS 70 40 40 40
NC-OBC 74 45 45 45
SC 54 35 35 35
ST 40 25 25 32.5
DAP 40 25 25 32.5

There is a different cut-off for female candidates and candidates who have a work experience of more than 12 years. The cut-off for both is mentioned in the table below:

Criteria Overall Sectional
Female Candidates 80 65
Candidates with 12 months of work experience 80 65

IIM Sambalpur MBA Selection Criteria: Final Selection 

The final merit list is prepared on the basis of the composite score, calculated through the CAT score, PI, score, and their Profile. The weightage of all the components considered to prepare the final merit list is listed below:

Components Weightage
CAT Score 30%
Personal Interview 25%
Academic Profile 15%
Work Experience 15%
Diversity 15%

IIM Sambalpur MBA Admission: How to Apply?

  • Interested candidates will have to visit the official website of CAT.
  • They will have to register themselves and create their login credentials.
  • They can then start filling up the application form and can select IIM Sambalpur as one of their preference in the same form.
  • Once they have completed the application form, they can submit and pay the application fee.

IIM Sambalpur ExMBA Admission 2023

The candidates who have a Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks and 3 years of managerial, entrepreneurial, or professional work experience are eligible to apply for the ExMBA program. IIM Sambalpur ExMBA admissions include the following stages:

Admission Stage Description 
Application Form Interested candidates can apply for the ExMBA program on the IIM Sambalpur website.
Shortlisting for PI  The candidates who fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria will be shortlisted for the personal Interview round.
Personal Interview  The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for the personal interview, where they will be evaluated based on their profile and their SOP.
Preparation of Merit-list  The final merit list of the selected candidates will be based on the Personal Interview, Academic Qualification, Relevant Work Experience, and SOP.

IIM Sambalpur ExMBA Important Dates 

Events Dates
Online Application Starts January 23, 2023
Online Application Ends April 03, 2023
Personal Interview Dates  May 13 - 14, 2023
Announcement of Results May 21, 2023
Registration  June 10 - 11, 2023
Program Inauguration  June 17 - 18, 2023
Commencement of Classes June 24, 2023

IIM Sambalpur ExMBA Selection Criteria

  • The applicants are shortlisted for the personal interview based on the eligibility and the information provided. 
  • The panelists will evaluate the candidates mainly on the basis of a Statement of Purpose (SOP), apart from the academic record, professional accomplishments, etc.
  • The final merit list will be prepared based on the Personal Interview, Academic Qualification, Relevant Work Experience and Statement of Purpose (SOP).

IIM Sambalpur ExMBA Admission: How to Apply?

Interested candidates can register themselves for the ExMBA program at the following link: https://registration.iimsambalpuradmissions.in/portal/SignUp/exmba and pay the application fee of INR 1,000. 

The supporting documents that need to be submitted along with the application form are:

  • A Passport size photo
  • Copy of Master’s degree/Bachelor’s degree mark sheets and certificates
  • Copy of Govt. issued identity proof
  • Copies of 10th and 12th Mark sheets, and certificates
  • Relevant work experience certificates
  • NOC from current employer
  • NEFT/RTGS transaction slip of Application Fee
  • Copy of Caste and Disability Certificate (if applicable)
  • PwD certificate (if applicable)

IIM Sambalpur PhD/ ExPhD Admission 2023

The candidates who wish to apply for the PhD program at IIM Sambalpur should fulfill the eligibility criteria mentioned below:

Education

  • Master’s degree with 60% marks 
  • Postgraduate Diploma from IITs/ IIMs/ Other reputed Universities with 60% marks 
  • Bachelor’s degree with a professional qualification like CA, ICWS, CS with 60% marks
  • Integrated Masters degree with 60% marks
  • 4-year bachelor’s degree with 6.5 CGPA

Entrance Exam

  • The applicants will have to appear for CAT/ GRE/GATE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR), taken during the last 2 years OR Research Aptitude Test (IIMSAT) at IIM Sambalpur.
  • Those who have already passed a 2-year PGP/ MBA with a 6.0 CGPA are exempted from the exams mentioned above.

Age Limit

The candidates should not be more than 40 years of age.

IIM Sambalpur PhD admissions include the stages mentioned in the table below:

Admission Stage Description 
Application Form Interested candidates will have to fill out the PhD application form on the IIM Sambalpur website. 
Shortlisting for PI  The applicants will be shortlisted based on their percentile in the qualifying examination.
Personal Interview  The shortlisted candidates will have to appear for the personal interview. 
Final Merit-list The final merit list of the selected candidates will be prepared based on Personal interviews, Academic Qualifications, Relevant Work Experience, and SOP.

IIM Sambalpur PhD/ ExPhD Important Dates 

Events Dates
Last Date to Submit the Application Form April 20, 2023

IIM Sambalpur PhD/ ExPhD Selection Criteria 

  • The candidates will be shortlisted for the personal interview based on their performance in the CAT/ GRE/ GMAT/ GATE/ JRF-UGC/ CSIR/ IIIM SAT score. 
  • The panelists will evaluate the candidates mainly based on their SOP and their portfolio.
  • The final merit list will be prepared based on the Personal Interview, Academic Qualification, Relevant Work Experience, and Research Statement of Purpose (SOP).

IIM Sambalpur PhD/ ExPhD Admission: How to Apply?

The supporting documents that should be submitted along with the application form are mentioned below:

  • A Passport size photo
  • Two mandatory recommendation letter
  • Copy of Govt. issued Identity proof
  • Copies of 10th and 12th Mark sheets, and certificates
  • Copy of Master’s degree /Bachelor’s degree mark sheets and certificates
  • Percentage conversion certificate from College/University (In case of CGPA/CPA).
  • Copy of Professional degree marks sheets and certificates
  • Copy of CAT/GRE/GATE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR Test scores
  • NEFT/RTGS transaction slip of Application Fee
  • Copy of Work Experience certificate (if applicable)
  • Copy of Caste and Disability Certificate, if applicable
  • PwD certificate (if applicable)

IIM Sambalpur Admission: Exams Accepted

Course Exams Accepted 
MBA CAT
PhD CAT/ GRE/ GMAT/ GATE/ JRF-UGC/ CSIR/ IIMSAT
Executive PhD  CAT/ GRE/ GMAT/ GATE/ JRF-UGC/ CSIR/ IIMSAT

IIM Sambalpur Aptitude Test (IIMSAT)

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IIM Sambalpur Aptitude Test is conducted as a standard test alternative for EMBA and Executive Ph.D admission process. The IIMSAT consists of three sections similar to the CAT entrance test. IIMSAT score is mandatory for candidates without valid CAT/GMAT/GATE/GRE/JRF (as applicable) score to be eligible. 

The total number of questions in the test is 120 with 1 mark for each right answer. The total test duration is 120 minutes divided into each section. The maximum score for each section is 40 marks. 

The three sections of IIMSAT are:

  1. Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension: 40 Questions (40 minutes)
  2. Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning: 40 Questions (40 minutes)
  3. Quantitative Ability: 40 Questions (40 minutes)

IIM Sambalpur IIMSAT Syllabus

Sections Syllabus
Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (40 Questions) Fill in the blanks, Verbal Reasoning, Sentence completion, Grammar, Syllogisms, jumbled paragraphs, Para Completion and inference, Contextual usage, Foreign language words used in English Reading, Comprehension, Analogies, Sentence correction, Verbal Logic, Different usage of same word Idioms, Para jumbles, Antonyms, One-word substitution
Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (40 Questions) Clocks and Calendars Statements, Data Arrangement, Family Tree, Binary Logic, Seating Arrangement, Sets & Case lets, Syllogism, Venn Diagram, Data Structures, Tables & Pie Charts, Data Sufficiency, Bars & Line Graphs
Quantitative Ability (40 Questions) Geometry, Trigonometry, Algebra Mensuration, Partnership (Accounts), Profit & Loss, Ratios and Proportion, In-equations Quadratic and linear equations, Surds and Indices, Time-SpeedDistance, Number System, Geometric Progression, Inequalities, Work and Time, Percentages, Logarithms

FAQs

Ques. What is the cut-off of IIM Sambalpur?

Ans. IIM Sambalpur CAT cut-off for MBA admission is 92 percentile overall and 70 percentile for sectional.

Ques. What are the reservation criteria followed by IIM Sambalpur for MBA admission?

Ans. IIM Sambalpur follows the reservation policy according to Government of India norms, which are as follows:

Category % Reservation 
SC 15%
ST 7.5%
OBC-NCL 27%
DAP 5%
EWS 10%

Ques. Is there any admission offer acceptance fee charged by IIM Sambalpur?

Ans. Yes, the candidates who have received an admission offer from IIM Sambalpur and are accepting the offer will have to pay an acceptance fee of INR 50,000.

Ques. Can I withdraw from MBA admission after accepting the admission offer at IIM Sambalpur?

Ans. Yes, the candidates can withdraw from MBA admission after accepting the offer. If the candidate withdraws within the withdrawal period, then the acceptance amount will be refunded with only INR 1,000 deducted. But if they withdraw after the withdrawal period, then no refund will be given.

Ques. How much weightage does gender diversity have on MBA final selection?

Ans. Gender diversity is considered while calculating the final composite score of the candidates for final selection. Gender diversity has a weightage of 15 points, which will be given only to female or transgender candidates.

Ques. How much weightage does a personal interview have on the preparation of the MBA merit list?

Ans. The personal interview holds a weightage of 25% in total 100 marks.

Ques. What are the factors considered in the profile of the candidates, while preparing the MBA merit list?

Ans. The profile includes the academic profile (15%), work experience (15%), and diversity (15%).

Ques. What is SOP required during ExMBA admissions at IIM Sambalpur?

Ans. SOP refers to the Statement of Purpose which is an essay of not more than 2000 words. It includes details about the candidate’s career path, interests, professional contributions, goals, and the driving force behind pursuing the ExMBa program.

Ques. How are the candidates selected for the IIM Sambalpur ExMBA program?

Ans. The merit list is prepared based on Personal Interviews, Academic Qualifications, Relevant Work Experience, and a Statement of Purpose (SOP).

Ques. Is there an age limit to apply for PhD program at IIM Sambalpur?

Ans. Yes, the candidates applying for PhD at IIM Sambalpur should not be more than 40 years of age.

Ques. Is there a validity of the exam scores for PhD admissions at IIM Sambalpur?

Ans. Yes, the exams like GRE/GATE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR), should be taken within the last 2 years.

Ques. Can I get admission into the IIM Sambalpur PhD program without appearing for any exam?

Ans. Candidates who have passed two-year full-time PGP/ MBA from IIMs or Institutions/ Universities in NIRF 2022 top 50 Ranking with a minimum CGPA of 6.00 and above or a minimum of 60 percent marks or equivalent are exempted from the test score

Ques. What is the pattern for IIMSAT?

Ans. IIMSAT is an online exam of 120 minutes and 270 marks. It consists of 3 sections of 30 questions each and 40 minutes for each. The 3 sections include QA, DILR, and VARC.

Ques. What is the process for admission to IIM Sambalpur?

Ans.  The admission process for IIM Sambalpur first requires the candidate to qualify for Common Admission Test (CAT), followed by a Personal Interview (PI).

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IIM Sambalpur Upcoming Application Dates 2024

Important Events

EventsDates
CAT 2024 Exam Date
Upcoming
Nov 24, 2024
CAT 2024 Result Date
Tentative
Dec 26, 2024

Expired Events

EventsDates
CAT 2024 Admit Card DateOct 25, 2024
CAT 2024 Registration DateAug 03, 2024 - Sep 20, 2024
Commencement of classes (EMBA)Jun 10, 2024 - Jun 16, 2024

Important Events

EventsDates
CAT 2024 Exam Date
Upcoming
Nov 24, 2024
CAT 2024 Result Date
Tentative
Dec 26, 2024

Expired Events

EventsDates
CAT 2024 Admit Card DateOct 25, 2024
CAT 2024 Registration DateAug 03, 2024 - Sep 20, 2024

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IIM Sambalpur Fees & Eligibility

Full time Courses
CourseFeesEligibilityApplication DateAction
MBA
2 Courses
7.2 Lakhs - 10.05 Lakhs (Total Fees) Graduation20 Jan - 15 May 2024
EMBA6 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) Graduation with 50%+ CAT25 Feb - 31 Mar 2024
MBA - WP14 Lakhs (Total Fees) Graduation25 Feb - 31 Mar 2024
Ph.D3.25 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) Post Graduation31 Mar 2024
Ph.D50,780 (Total Fees) Post Graduation-

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IIM Sambalpur: 4 Answered Questions

Which should I select among IIM Bodhgaya, IIM Sirmaur, and IIM Sambalpur? I have an experience of 4 years in power distribution operation as an electrical engineer, but I left the job last year.

OmCurrently pursuing MBA at IIM Sambalpur, BTech From VNIT

After scrutinizing the list of colleges you mentioned, I think the most viable option is IIM Bodh Gaya. It is the most suitable among the 3 because it has been growing at a spectacular rate. The 2 major reasons for its rapid growth are

  • Location: IIM Bodh Gaya enjoys a location advantage due to being situated at a Buddhist tourist spot. The historic pilgrimage site is well connected with an airport just 7 km away. Six connectivity brings in better and more faculty and also top companies for recruitment that don’t visit Sirmaur and Sambalpur due to poor connectivity.
  • Mentorship: This is another factor that sets IIM Bodh Gaya apart from other baby items. Once under the mentorship of the top IIM, IIM Calcutta, IIM Bodh Gaya still has a similar pedagogy and curriculum.

Both these factors differentiate Bodh Gaya from Sambalpur and Sirmaur extremely well.

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Should I join IIM sambalpur or IIM bodh gaya? Or should I try again next year? I got a 93.26 percentile with no preparation.

Vedant VyasMBA from Indian Institute of Management Indore (Graduated 2022)

Anyone who can get 93.26 percentile without any preparation is bound to get 97 or 98 with proper preparation. So why give away the chance easily when you can aim for a better institute? It’s best you prepare for the CAT sincerely this time and target the top B Schools in India. 

However, if you are planning to sit for CAT again, you need to be certain about some things. Like you will have to tolerate tremendous pressure and a hectic schedule. You will have a non-existent social life and all your energy will be invested in preparing for CAT. Most importantly you have to remain consistent throughout your preparation. Without consistency, all your efforts will go in vain. You should also make research the colleges you are planning to target next year and study their respective admission criteria.

But if you are not confident enough to sacrifice so much just to risk a year, you can always go for IIM Bodh Gaya or Sambalpur. Both these IIMs are new but will provide the necessary means to start your career. Basically, you need to be sure of what you are expecting from your MBA degree and you will have the answer.

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What are some facts about going to IIM Sambalpur this year if I have 2.5 years of experience in IT?

Ankush GoelLives in Sambalpur City, Odisha, India

Some facts about IIM Sambalpur are

  • The majority of students are from BTech or MTech background 
  • Most of the students have worked or are working at reputed companies across the country
  • Many students have taken a study leave to pursue MBA while some have even left their job for the same
  • The majority of students are from the General category that too engineers
  • The minority students belong to the ST category
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Is it worth joining IIM Sambalpur for a 2-year MBA with 5 years of work experience?

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Yashaswi SinghProfessor at Ajeenkya D.Y. Patil University (2016–present)

The decision on whether or not to take a break and join an IIM depends on your current situation. If you feel that you are at a point where you are no longer making progress in your current role or are at risk of becoming stagnant, it may be beneficial to take a break and pursue an IIM degree. As you are still young, you have a long and promising career ahead of you. 

Having a degree from any one of the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) will open up a multitude of career opportunities and will be a valuable asset to you throughout your professional journey. An IIM degree is widely recognized as a premier business education and will give you the skills and knowledge to excel in a variety of roles and industries. Additionally, it will provide you with a network of accomplished professionals who will be valuable contacts throughout your career.

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