What are the category-wise CAT cutoffs for JAP 2026 IIMs?

JAP 2026 cutoff percentiles get published on the JAP portal after CAT results, but based on past trends expect General 90-94%, NC-OBC 80-84%, SC 65-70%, ST 55-60%, EWS 85-88%, PwD 55-60%. These are shortlisting cutoffs for PI, not final admission. IIM Ranchi typically runs highest among the four with Rs 14L fees and Rs 17 LPA average, IIM Trichy close behind at 92%+ general. IIM Kashipur and Raipur sometimes accept 90-91 general in good years. The reality check: CAT percentile gets you to the interview room. After that, your 10th/12th/UG percentages, work-ex months, diversity status, and PI performance decide the final offer. A 94%iler engineer GEM with 8/7/7 acads has worse odds than an 89%iler non-engineer female with 9/9/

1. These IIMs are the bottom tier of IIMs with Rs 17-18 LPA average placement versus Rs 28+ LPA at IIM Kozhikode. Apply to all four if you cross 88+ general since JAP 2026 has just ONE common registration fee. If your best call is JAP, take it over tier 2 private colleges like TAPMI (Rs 17.3L fees, Rs 11 LPA) since the IIM tag adds lasting brand value. Do NOT drop a year if you cross the JAP cutoff - the opportunity cost is 12-15 lakhs of lost income plus CAT retake risk. Check your eligibility at collvera.com/eligibility