Hookup culture at top IIMs is "highly skill dependent" per the IIM ABC graduate AMA host - meaning looks, charisma, POR (position of responsibility), and academic brilliance all matter. At IIM Ahmedabad (Rs 27.5L fees, Rs 35.
22 LPA avg), the social scene mirrors most competitive college environments - most students are focused on placements and academics rather than dating. A top commenter nicely summarised the three ways to have active dating life on campus: "Be attractive/suave, have a powerful POR (Placecomm >>>> Student Council President > Student Council Member), or be really really good in Acads or Interview prep." The reality: at the top 3 IIMs where batch average age is 22-24, dating happens but is heavily weighted towards placecom members, student council, and exceptional performers in academics.
The thread got amusing quotes: "She let me hit cause I helped her in accounts" captures the nerdy helpers getting friendzoned problem. Gender dynamics: with 30-40% female representation, there are roughly equal opportunities but similar competitive skewing. Pragmatic advice for MBA aspirants: don't pick IIMs for social life; pick for career.
The people you date in MBA may not become lifelong partners; the people you learn from become lifelong network. Focus on academics + placements in year 1; social life builds naturally in year 2 post-internship. Check your eligibility at collvera.