IIM Visakhapatnam (IIM Vizag) has opened its application process for students seeking admission to its MBA program for the 2026 academic year. This is the first step for eligible candidates to get shortlisted for the Personal Interview (PI) round. Students who appeared for the CAT 2025 exam and meet the required cut-off scores can now apply online. The final date to submit these applications is January 23, 2026 .
To be considered for the Personal Interview round, candidates must have chosen IIM Vizag when they filled out their CAT 2025 application form. They also need to meet the minimum qualifying cut-off scores set by the institute for CAT 2025. It is important to note that while these are the minimum scores, the actual cut-offs for final admission might be higher.
CAT 2025 Cut-Offs for IIM Vizag Personal Interview Shortlist
Candidates must achieve these minimum CAT 2025 scores in each section and overall to be eligible for the Personal Interview round at IIM Visakhapatnam. If your scores are equal to or higher than these, you can apply.
| Category | VARC percentile | DILR percentile | QA percentile | Overall percentile |
| General | 70 | 70 | 70 | 82 |
| EWS | 63 | 63 | 63 | 72 |
| NC-OBC | 63 | 63 | 63 | 72 |
| SC | 40 | 40 | 40 | 50 |
| ST | 30 | 30 | 30 | 40 |
| PwD | 30 | 30 | 30 | 40 |
After receiving applications, IIM Vizag will review each candidate's CAT score and their past academic performance. Those who are selected will receive an email from the institute. This email will typically be sent by the second week of January 2026 and will include a link to a webpage. Candidates must use this link to apply for the Personal Interview (PI) round before the given deadline of January 23, 2026 .
How to Apply for IIM Vizag MBA Interviews 2026
The last date to fill out the application form for the IIM Visakhapatnam Personal Interview shortlist is January 23, 2026 . Follow these simple steps to apply:
- Go to the official IIM Visakhapatnam website.
- Find and click on the 'Admission 2026' section.
- Select the 'PGP admission' tab. You can also click on the direct link provided in the email from the institute.
- Enter your CAT registration ID and password to log in.
- Fill out the PI application form with all the necessary information.
- Upload any required documents.
- Click on 'Submit' to complete your application.
Make sure to submit your application carefully and on time. This application is a crucial step towards getting a seat in the prestigious IIM Vizag MBA program. Stay updated by regularly checking your email and the official IIM Visakhapatnam website for further announcements regarding the interview schedule and final admission results.
