IIM Rohtak, one of India's leading management institutes, has opened its application process for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. This admission cycle is for the **2026-28** academic batch. Students who appeared for the **CAT 2025** exam and met the required scores can now apply online. The final date to submit your application form is fast approaching: **January 9, 2026**.
The MBA program at IIM Rohtak is a popular choice for students looking to build a career in business and management. This article explains who can apply, what scores are needed, how to fill the form, and how students will be selected.
Who Can Apply and What is the CAT Cut-off?
To apply for the IIM Rohtak MBA program, candidates must have taken the **CAT 2025** exam. Only those who achieve the minimum percentile cut-off set by the institute are eligible to proceed with their application. A 'percentile' indicates how well you performed compared to other students in the exam.
It is important to note that IIM Rohtak considers your **overall CAT percentile score**. Unlike some other Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), it does not look at your scores in individual sections (like Verbal Ability or Quantitative Ability) separately for shortlisting candidates. For students in the General category, the minimum CAT cut-off required to apply for the program is **97 percentile**.
Here are the minimum CAT 2025 cut-off percentiles for different categories to apply to IIM Rohtak:
| Category | CAT Cut-off Percentile |
| General | 97 |
| EWS | 93 |
| NC-OBC | 83 |
| SC | 60 |
| ST | 50 |
| DAP-General | 87 |
| DAP-EWS | 83 |
| DAP-NC-OBC | 73 |
| DAP-SC | 50 |
| DAP-ST | 40 |
How to Apply for IIM Rohtak MBA Admissions
The application process for the IIM Rohtak MBA program is done completely online. You must follow these steps carefully:
- Go to the official website of **IIM Rohtak**.
- Find and click on the link that says "**Admission Open for PGP (Academic Year 2026–28)**".
- You will need to register by entering your personal details. This includes your name, email ID, postal address, date of birth, and your **CAT ID**.
- Fill in the detailed application form with all the required information.
- Pay the application fee of **INR 3095** through the online payment options provided.
Candidates must remember a key point: even if you selected IIM Rohtak as one of your preferred institutes when you filled out your **CAT 2025** application form, you are still required to complete this separate application process on the IIM Rohtak website. Your application will not be considered if you miss this step.
IIM Rohtak Final Selection Process for 2026-28 Batch
The final selection of students for the IIM Rohtak MBA program is based on a few different factors. The institute gives specific importance, or 'weightage', to each part of your performance and profile. This ensures a fair and complete evaluation of all applicants.
The main factors considered for final selection are your performance in the **CAT exam**, your **Personal Interview (PI)**, your past academic record, and a 'diversity' score. Diversity considers various aspects like gender diversity and academic background to ensure a rich learning environment.
Here is how the final selection weightage is divided:
| Parameters | Weightage (%) |
| CAT Percentile | 60 |
| Personal Interview | 20 |
| Diversity | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
Students aiming for admission should focus on performing well in the CAT exam and preparing thoroughly for the Personal Interview, as these are critical parts of the selection process. Ensure all application steps are completed before the **January 9, 2026** deadline.