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The much-awaited IIM Bangalore Result 2025 has officially been released on April 21, 2025, marking the culmination of a rigorous selection process that began with CAT 2024. For thousands of CAT aspirants, this is a moment of reckoning — as final offers, waitlists, and rejections land in email inboxes across the country.
In this detailed guide by CATKing, we cover:
- ✅ Important result dates
- ✅ Final selection process
- ✅ Merit list criteria
- ✅ Waitlist movement insights
- ✅ What it means for selected, waitlisted, and future aspirants
- ✅ How to start your own IIM journey with CATKing
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📅 IIM Bangalore 2025 Admission Timeline: From CAT to Final Offers
Here’s a chronological breakdown of key milestones from CAT registration to the final admission offer:
|
📌 Event |
🗓️ Date |
📍 Notes |
|---|---|---|
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CAT 2024 Registration Opens |
August 1, 2024 (10 AM) |
No additional IIMB registration fee |
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CAT 2024 Registration Closes |
September 20, 2024 (5 PM) |
Extended deadline |
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CAT Exam 2024 |
November 24, 2024 |
Conducted in three slots |
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CAT Result Declared |
December 19, 2024 |
Candidates download scorecards |
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IIM Bangalore Shortlist for WAT-PI |
Mid-January 2025 |
Released on the official website |
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WAT-PI Rounds |
Jan 30 – Mar 22, 2025 |
In-person interviews |
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✅ Final Offers Released |
April 21, 2025 |
Email and portal login access |
|
Offer Acceptance Deadline |
April 30, 2025 (tentative) |
Confirm by paying seat acceptance fee |
🔔 Note: Offer letters are being rolled out in batches, and all final results will be shared by 10 PM today. Candidates can access their offer status using their CAT registration number or registered email ID.
📥 Where & How to Check Your IIM Bangalore Result 2025
Candidates can log in to the official IIMB website to check their result:
🌐 Official Portal: https://www.iimb.ac.in
🧾 Required: Registered Email ID / CAT Application Number
Your result PDF will include:
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✅ Final Admission Status (Selected / Waitlisted / Not Selected)
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🎯 Category Rank
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🧠 IIM Bangalore Selection Criteria: Final Merit List Explained
The IIM Bangalore final merit list is not based on CAT score alone. It’s a composite evaluation that includes academics, experience, performance in WAT and PI, and overall profile strength.
📘 Final Admission Criteria (Post-PI Stage)
|
Component |
Weightage |
|---|---|
|
CAT 2024 Score |
25% (VARC: 8.75%, DILR: 10%, QA: 6.25%) |
|
Class 10 Marks |
5% |
|
Class 12 Marks |
5% |
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Graduation Marks |
5% |
|
Work Experience |
10% (Scaled score x PI quality score) |
|
WAT |
10% |
|
Personal Interview |
🥇 40% |
📌 Key Observations:
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PI weightage has increased to 40%, reflecting emphasis on communication, clarity, and personality.
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Graduation marks have been reintroduced, now weighted at 5%.
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Work experience is judged by relevance and quality, not just duration.
📝 Pre-PI Criteria (Used to Create Shortlist for WAT-PI)
|
Factor |
Weight |
|---|---|
|
CAT Score (Sectional weightage) |
55% |
|
Class 10 & 12 Marks |
10% each |
|
Graduation Score |
10% |
|
Work Experience (till July 2025) |
10% |
|
Professional Courses (CA/CS/ICWA) |
10% |
|
Gender Diversity |
5% |
💡 Top 10 overall CAT scorers and top 10 CA/CS/ICWA performers are directly shortlisted for PI.
Gender Diversity is applicable only in pre-PI stage.
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📊 IIM Bangalore Waitlist Movement: Past Data & 2025 Expectations
If you are waitlisted — don’t lose hope! Every year, dozens of students from the waitlist get admission after initial offers are declined.
📈 Historical Waitlist Movement for IIM Bangalore (2024–26 Batch)
|
Category |
Waitlist Movement |
|---|---|
|
General |
67 |
|
EWS |
15 |
|
OBC |
16 |
|
SC |
40 |
|
ST |
8 |
|
PwD |
2 |
📌 Expected Waitlist Trend for 2025:
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Waitlist movement will likely occur in multiple rounds from May to July 2025.
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General and SC categories tend to see relatively higher movement.
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Higher-ranked candidates may opt for IIM A, FMS, or ISB — freeing up seats.
🏛️ Waitlist Movement at Other IIMs (2024-25 Cycle)
IIM Bangalore has one of the highest acceptance rates among top IIMs, so its waitlist movement is slower compared to IIM Calcutta, Lucknow, Indore, and others.
|
Institute |
Approx. Gen WL Movement |
|---|---|
|
IIM Ahmedabad |
27 |
|
IIM Bangalore |
67 |
|
IIM Calcutta |
172 |
|
IIM Lucknow |
612 |
|
IIM Indore |
800+ |
|
IIM Kozhikode |
710 |
|
IIM Trichy |
700 |
|
IIM Rohtak |
283 |
|
IIM Bodh Gaya |
1481 |
|
IIM Sirmaur |
6104 |
🎯 Lower waitlist movement = high first offer acceptances. Aim for strong WAT-PI performance to avoid relying on the waitlist.
🎓 What This Means for Selected, Waitlisted & Future Candidates
✅ If You’re Selected:
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Congratulations! 🎉
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Pay the seat acceptance fee before the deadline
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Start preparing for your MBA journey — resume prep, finance basics, and networking
🟡 If You’re Waitlisted:
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Don’t panic — waitlist movement is real and consistent
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Stay patient and track emails
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Consider converting calls from other IIMs, FMS, SPJIMR, or MDI
📘 If You’re Preparing for CAT 2025:
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Learn from this year’s weightages and selection trends
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Focus not just on CAT, but also on your WAT-PI readiness, academics, and profile
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Get a head start with structured mentoring and mocks
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When was the IIM Bangalore Final Result 2025 released?
The IIM Bangalore Final Result 2025 was officially released on April 21, 2025. Candidates received emails or could log in to the official IIMB admissions portal to check their final status (Selected / Waitlisted / Not Selected).
How can I check my IIM Bangalore result?
You can check your result by visiting the official IIM Bangalore admissions website:
🔗 Website: https://www.iimb.ac.in
📩 Login Details Required: Registered Email ID or CAT 2024 Application Number
The result includes your admission status and category rank.
What are the selection criteria for IIM Bangalore in 2025?
IIM Bangalore uses a composite merit list post-interview, which considers:
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CAT 2024 Score – 25%
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Class 10 & 12 Marks – 5% each
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Graduation Marks – 5%
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Work Experience – 10% (quality x experience)
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WAT Score – 10%
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Personal Interview (PI) – 40%
The PI has the highest weightage, emphasizing communication and clarity.
What was the IIM Bangalore waitlist movement in 2025?
Based on historical trends and early reports:
📊 Expected General Waitlist Movement: ~67
📊 Category-Wise Trends: SC (~40), OBC (~16), EWS (~15)
Waitlist movement typically occurs in multiple rounds from May to July, as candidates choose other B-schools (e.g., IIM A, FMS, ISB), freeing up seats.
Is the waitlist movement at IIM Bangalore fast?
Compared to other IIMs, IIM Bangalore has a relatively slower waitlist movement due to its high offer acceptance rate. For example:
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IIM Calcutta: 172 (Gen WL)
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IIM Lucknow: 612
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IIM Indore: 800+
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IIM Kozhikode: 710+
However, IIM Bangalore still sees significant movement, especially in the General and SC categories.
What should I do if I’m waitlisted by IIM Bangalore?
✅ Stay calm and track every communication from IIMB
✅ Be prepared for waitlist movement over 2–3 months
✅ Keep converting calls from other B-schools like FMS, SPJIMR, MDI, IIM K/L/I
✅ Use the time to improve your profile and prepare for the next steps
What if I got selected by IIM Bangalore?
Congratulations! Make sure to:
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Pay your seat acceptance fee before the deadline (April 30, 2025 - tentative)
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Start preparing for B-school: revise basics in finance, Excel, communication, etc.
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Join B-school communities and alumni groups for networking
What if I want to apply to IIM Bangalore next year (CAT 2025)?
If you're targeting IIM Bangalore for 2026, here's what you should focus on:
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Crack CAT 2025 with high sectional and overall scores
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Maintain strong academic records and work profile
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Start early with WAT-PI preparation, as PI has 40% weight
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Get personalized mentoring with platforms like CATKing
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