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Indian Institute of Management Shillong Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs

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Avg Package

27.03 LPA

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Highest Pkg

71.5 LPA

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Institute Type

Public

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Total Courses

5 Courses

Indian Institute of Management Shillong - Overview

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About Indian Institute of Management Shillong

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Indian Institute of Management Shillong (IIM Shillong) is a public business school established in 2008 as the seventh IIM in India, and it is the only IIM in Northeast India. It is an Institute of National Importance under the Indian Institutes of Management Act, 2017. The institute was earlier known as Rajiv Gandhi Indian Institute of Management Shillong. Its Umsawli campus lies amid rolling hills and pine trees in the East Khasi Hills district of Meghalaya, a setting the institute describes as a campus in the clouds.

Explore the comprehensive list of courses offered by Indian Institute of Management Shillong, including detailed fee structures, specializations, and eligibility criteria:

Indian Institute of Management Shillong Courses

5 Courses

PGP (MBA)

1 specialization

Fee Range₹ 13.19L - 26.18L

Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC, ST and Differently Abled) and a valid CAT score (GMAT for overseas candidates)

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Executive PGP (PGPEx)

1 specialization

Fee Range₹ 22.77L - 22.77L

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of work experience; valid GMAT/CAT/WE-MAT score

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IPM (Integrated Programme in Management)

1 specialization

Fee Range₹ 7.52L - 37.61L

10+2 pass with minimum 60% marks and a valid IPMAT score

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PhD in Management (Full-Time & Working Professionals)

1 specialization

Fee Range₹ 0

Master's degree/professional qualification with strong academic record; CAT/GMAT/GRE/UGC-NET(JRF) scores followed by a research proposal and interview

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MBA for Working Executives (MBA-WE)

1 specialization

Fee Range₹ 6.35L - 12.70L

Bachelor's degree with relevant work experience; valid WE-MAT/CAT/GMAT score

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Course	Fee Range	Eligibility
PGP (MBA) 1 specialization	₹ 13.19L - 26.18L Check Fee Details	Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC, ST and Differently Abled) and a valid CAT score (GMAT for overseas candidates)
Executive PGP (PGPEx) 1 specialization	₹ 22.77L - 22.77L Check Fee Details	Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of work experience; valid GMAT/CAT/WE-MAT score
IPM (Integrated Programme in Management) 1 specialization	₹ 7.52L - 37.61L Check Fee Details	10+2 pass with minimum 60% marks and a valid IPMAT score
PhD in Management (Full-Time & Working Professionals) 1 specialization	₹ 0 Check Fee Details	Master's degree/professional qualification with strong academic record; CAT/GMAT/GRE/UGC-NET(JRF) scores followed by a research proposal and interview
MBA for Working Executives (MBA-WE) 1 specialization	₹ 6.35L - 12.70L Check Fee Details	Bachelor's degree with relevant work experience; valid WE-MAT/CAT/GMAT score

Indian Institute of Management Shillong Admissions

Admission Process Overview

Below is the complete admission information including eligible exams, eligibility criteria, admission process, and important notes for each program offered.

Required Entrance Exams

CAT 2025 (GMAT for overseas candidates) for PGP 2026-28

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC, ST and Differently Abled). Minimum CAT 2025 sectional percentile for PI shortlisting: General and EWS 75 in each section, SC 60, ST and DA 50. There is no fixed overall percentile cutoff.

Admission Process

Phase 1: shortlisting for the Personal Interview using a composite score of CAT percentile (65%) and a normalised application rating score covering Class X, Class XII, graduation and work experience (35%), with category quotas EWS 10%, ST 7.5%, SC 15%, others 67.5% (5% DA). Phase 2: final merit list from Personal Interview 40%, CAT 40%, application rating score 10% and gender score 10%. Minimum PI score: DA and ST 20%, SC 25%, EWS and others 30%. Tentative timeline: shortlisting mid-January, interviews February to April, offers early May, registration mid to late June.

Required Entrance Exams

IPMAT (for IPM)

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for IIM IPM, you must have passed Class 10 and 12 with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD) and generally be under 20 years of age.

Admission Process

Meet Eligibility: Ensure you satisfy the age limits, 70% academic cutoff, and the Class 11 & 12 Mathematics requirement. Take Entrance Exam: Register for and appear in the IPM Aptitude Test (IPM AT) conducted by IIM Indore. Get Shortlisted: IIM Shillong will shortlist candidates based on their IPM AT scores and academic credentials. Attend Interview: Shortlisted students must clear the Personal Interview (PI) round to secure final admission.

Required Entrance Exams

WE-MAT/GMAT/CAT (for Executive programmes)

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks from a recognized university. Minimum 5 years of full-time work experience after graduation (relaxation of up to 1 year is given for candidates with 1+ year of field experience outside India).

Admission Process

Submit Application: Complete the online application form on the IIM Shillong portal and upload required documents, including your resume and valid test scores (CAT/GMAT/WE-MAT). Shortlisting: The admissions committee reviews profiles based on academic background, work experience, and test scores to shortlist candidates. Interview Round: Shortlisted candidates are invited for a Personal Interview (PI) to evaluate leadership potential and communication skills. Final Offer: Successful candidates receive a provisional admission offer based on their overall composite score across all evaluation stages.

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Placement Statistics

Verified campus placements records for Indian Institute of Management Shillong

Highest Package

₹71.5 LPA

Average Package

₹27.0 LPA

Median Package

₹26.0 LPA

Placement Rate

100%

Top Recruiting Partners

1 Recruiters

Microsoft

10

Business Today

10

India Today

351-400

QS World University Rankings (by Subject)

Complete Rankings Report

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Publishing Agency	Ranking / Rating
Business Today	10
India Today	10
QS World University Rankings (by Subject)	351-400
NIRF	38

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Information regarding scholarships and financial aid opportunities provided by the institute.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship Name	Eligibility Criteria	Award Amount
National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students	ST students, as per Ministry of Tribal Affairs guidelines	As per scheme guidelines
Top Class Scholarship Scheme for SC Students	SC students, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment scheme	As per scheme guidelines
Government scholarships for SC, ST and PwD students	Students meeting criteria on scholarships.gov.in	Varies by scheme
PM-Vidyalaxmi education loan	All admitted students seeking an education loan	Collateral-free, guarantor-free loan through participating banks
Need Based Financial Assistance (NBFA) Scheme	PGP students with demonstrated financial need, as per institute policy	As per institute scheme

Campus Infrastructure

Campus Infrastructure & Facilities

Centre for Northeast India Studies

A dedicated research centre reflecting the institute's regional focus on the economy, culture, and development of Northeast India

IIM Shillong Library

A well-resourced library offering an extensive collection of management books, journals, case studies, and access to global research databases

Hillside Campus in Meghalaya

A scenic, peaceful campus set in the hills of Shillong, offering a self-contained residential environment away from the noise of larger metro cities

Hostel & Accommodation

Boys Hostel Fee Structure

Room Type	Course	Annual Fee
Single Occupancy Room	PGPM	₹NaN

Girls Hostel Fee Structure

Room Type	Course	Annual Fee
Single Occupancy Room	PGPM	₹NaN

* Fees are subject to change. Please contact the administration for the latest details.

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Campus

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Meghalaya Hills

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Frequently Asked Questions

A bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC, ST and Differently Abled candidates) and a valid CAT score; overseas candidates can apply with GMAT.

For PGP 2026-28 the minimum sectional CAT 2025 percentile for PI shortlisting was 75 in each section for General and EWS, 60 for SC and 50 for ST and DA. There is no fixed overall cutoff; shortlisting uses a composite score.

Shortlisting uses CAT percentile (65%) and an application rating score (35%). The final merit list uses PI 40%, CAT 40%, application rating 10% and gender 10%.

The two-year full-time PGP (MBA), the one-year residential PGPEx, the two-year PGP for Working Executives, the Integrated Programme in Management (IPM), and four-year doctoral programmes for full-time scholars and working professionals.

PGP (MBA), Executive PGP (PGPEx), IPM (Integrated Programme in Management), PhD in Management (Full-Time & Working Professionals), MBA for Working Executives (MBA-WE)

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Indian Institute of Management Shillong - Overview

IIM Shillong is among the few Indian schools with triple accreditation from AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA. In the 2026 Business Today B-School rankings it was placed tenth among all B-schools in India and sixth among government B-schools. The institute's website reports more than 300 prime recruiters, over 2,700 alumni and more than 400 research publications and projects.

Quick Reference
Particulars	Details
Established	2008
Ownership	Government (Institute of National Importance)
Location	Umsawli, Shillong, Meghalaya
Flagship Programme	PGP (MBA), 2 years, full-time residential
PGP Batch Size	393 students (2024-26 batch)
Total PGP Fee	Rs. 26,18,000 (official 2024-26 fee sheet)
Average CTC (2024-26 batch)	Rs. 27.03 LPA
Highest CTC (2024-26 batch)	Rs. 71.50 LPA
Accreditation	AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA

The programme portfolio includes the two-year PGP, the one-year full-time residential PGPEx, the two-year PGP for Working Executives taught live through electronic mode, the five-year Integrated Programme in Management, and four-year doctoral programmes for full-time scholars and for working professionals. Executive education includes management development programmes, faculty development programmes and certificate courses.

The institute runs several centres and initiatives, including the Dr. Kalam Centre, the North East Centre for Corporate Innovation and Entrepreneurship (NE-CCIE) and the IIMS Foundation for Incubation and Enterprises. It publishes the IIMS Journal of Management Science and hosts international conferences such as the sustainability conference SUSCON, the International Marketing Conference iMARC and, in November 2026, the PAN-IIM World Management Conference.

Admission to the PGP is through CAT followed by a Personal Interview, and the total fee in the latest official sheet is Rs. 26.18 lakh including hostel and mess advance. The batch of 2024-26 recorded an average CTC of Rs. 27.03 LPA.

See the course fee structure, campus facilities, admission process, CAT cutoff and placements pages for more.