IIM Kozhikode results 2026 are expected to be released by the end of this week. For every CAT 2025 aspirant who invested months into preparation, navigated the AWT-PI rounds, and waited anxiously for this moment, the final admission offers for the PGP 2026-28 batch will soon be announced. Whether you will be a direct admit, on the waitlist, or planning your next attempt, here is a clear, data-backed breakdown of everything you need to know right now.
Also read: IIM Results 2026
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IIM Kozhikode Result 2026 – Important Dates
Keeping track of every deadline is critical when the results are about to be released. Missing the acceptance window by even a day can cost you your seat. Here are the key dates for the IIM Kozhikode PGP 2026-28 admission cycle:
| Event | Date |
| CAT 2025 Exam | November 30, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Result | December 24, 2025 |
| IIM Kozhikode PGP Registration Window | January 15 – February 5, 2026 |
| PI Shortlist Released | 2nd week of January 2026 |
| WAT-PI Rounds (Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Kozhikode, Mumbai, New Delhi) | March 1 – 15, 2026 |
| IIM Kozhikode Final Result / Merit List | Releasing Soon |
| Offer Acceptance Deadline | Within the stipulated time |
| Waitlist Activation | Post first round of acceptances, May 2026 |
| Programme Joining | June, 2026 (expected) |
How to Check IIM Kozhikode Result 2026?
IIMK does not release a public PDF merit list. You must log in to the IIMK admissions portal individually to check your admission status, once it is out. Here is the step-by-step process:
- Visit the official IIMK admissions portal: iimk.ac.in.
- Log in with your registered email ID and OTP.
- Check your admission status; you will see one of three outcomes: Offer Issued, Waitlisted, or Not Selected.
- If you have received an offer, download your offer letter and note the acceptance deadline.
- If you are on the waitlist, note your waitlist rank and check the portal daily.
- You will also receive an email notification at your registered email ID for any status update.
Important: All candidates are advised to check their email regularly and visit the IIMK registration portal for updates.
IIM Kozhikode Merit List 2026: How Is It Prepared?
The IIM Kozhikode merit list 2026 is not a publicly released ranked document. It determines who receives an admission offer and in what order, following a three-stage selection process.
Stage 1: Minimum Eligibility (Registration)
All candidates who opted for IIM Kozhikode in their CAT 2025 application and meet the minimum eligibility criteria should register on the IIMK portal. This is a pre-interview registration, not a call for PI.
Stage 2: Aggregate Index Score (AIS) for PI Shortlisting
The PI shortlist is prepared category-wise using an Aggregate Index Score (AIS).
| Component | Weightage |
| CAT 2025 Index Score | 50% |
| Class XII Percentage Score | 20% |
| Class X Percentage Score | 15% |
| Gender / Academic Diversity Score | 10% (Gender) or 5% (Academic) |
| Work Experience Score | 5% |
Note on Diversity Score: Female and transgender candidates are eligible for a gender diversity score of 10. Candidates with a non-engineering/non-technology bachelor’s degree are eligible for an academic diversity score of 5. A candidate can receive only one of the two diversity scores, gender or academic, not both.
Note on Work Experience: Only full-time remunerative post-graduation work experience is considered. The sweet spot for the maximum score is 35–36 months of work experience, after which the score tapers off. Part-time, internship, articleship, and pre-graduation experience are not counted.
Stage 3: Final Score for Merit List
After the WAT and PI rounds, the final merit list is built using the following composite score.
| Component | Weightage |
| CAT 2025 Index Score | 35% |
| Personal Interview (PI) Score | 35% |
| Written Ability Test (WAT) Score | 20% |
| Resume Score (Professional Qualifications & Certifications) | 10% |
Key Insight: Unlike IIMA, where the PI alone carries 50% weightage, IIMK splits the final weightage evenly between the CAT score (35%) and the PI (35%), making it more predictable. Your CAT 2025 percentile plays a stronger role here than at some other top IIMs.
CAT 2025 Minimum Eligibility Cutoffs for IIM Kozhikode 2026
The following minimum eligibility cutoffs are officially published in the IIM Kozhikode PGP Admissions Policy and Procedure for the 2026-2028 Batch.
| Category | Minimum Overall CAT Percentile | Minimum Sectional Percentile | Class X % | Class XII % |
| General (GEN) | 85 | 75 (each section) | 60% | 60% |
| OBC-NCL / EWS | 75 | 65 (each section) | 60% | 60% |
| SC | 65 | 55 (each section) | 55% | 55% |
| ST / PwD | 55 | 45 (each section) | 55% | 55% |
Important: These are the minimum qualifying cutoffs for Stage 1 registration, not the cutoffs at which candidates typically receive final admission offers. The effective cutoff for the General category in the merit list is considerably higher, typically in the range of 97–99+ percentile, given competition and the holistic AIS scoring.
IIM Kozhikode WAT-PI 2026: What Was Evaluated?
The WAT and PI are the decisive stages in IIMK’s selection process, together carrying 55% of the final composite score. Here is how each stage was structured:
Written Ability Test (WAT) – 20% Weightage
The WAT at IIMK is a timed essay-writing exercise. Candidates are evaluated on:
- Clarity of thought and communication
- Logical structure of the argument
- Language and grammar
- Use of evidence and examples
- Time management (the session is half-day, so managing WAT efficiently before the PI is important)
Personal Interview (PI) – 35% Weightage
The PI at IIMK is a detailed, wide-ranging conversation conducted by a panel. Based on candidate experiences from the 2026 PI cycle, the panel evaluates:
- Academic background, including depth of knowledge in the graduation subject
- Work experience quality and learnings (for experienced candidates)
- General awareness, current affairs, business news, and economic events
- Attitude, personality, and communication skills
- Situational and ethical judgment
- Alignment with IIMK’s emphasis on sustainability and leadership
IIM Kozhikode conducted the 2026 WAT-PI rounds across six cities: Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Kozhikode, Mumbai, and New Delhi.
IIM Kozhikode Waitlist Movement 2026 – What to Expect?
Being on the IIM Kozhikode waitlist doesn’t mean your chances are over. In fact, IIMK has historically seen strong waitlist movement, especially in the General and OBC categories.
As they choose those options, seats at IIM Kozhikode open up, leading to consistent movement in the waitlist and giving waitlisted candidates a real opportunity to convert.
| Category | Approx. Waitlist Movement |
| General (GEN) | 193 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 21 |
| OBC-NCL (Non-Creamy Layer) | 84 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 58 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 35 |
| PwD (across categories) | 7 |
Disclaimer: The table reflects waitlist movement from the PGP 2025-27 admission cycle (last year’s data). IIM Kozhikode does not officially publish category-wise waitlist movement figures. Actual movement for the 2026-28 cycle may vary.
What Should Waitlisted Candidates Do Right Now?
- Log in to the IIMK admissions portal every day without fail and check your registered email for any updates.
- Keep the seat acceptance fee (Rs 1,00,000) ready for immediate transfer; offers can arrive and need to be accepted within the stipulated time period.
- Do not assume the waitlist is inactive just because no movement has occurred in the first few days.
- Waitlist movement typically begins after the first round of offer acceptances in May 2026 and can continue through June-July 2026.
- Simultaneously explore parallel options, other IIM results, XLRI, FMS Delhi, SPJIMR, without losing focus on the IIMK waitlist.
- Candidates placed earlier on the waitlist (lower rank numbers) have a statistically higher chance of conversion.
Conclusion
The IIM Kozhikode 2026 results are to be released soon, thus marking the culmination of a demanding journey that started with CAT 2025 registration and moved through months of preparation, shortlisting, and the WAT-PI rounds.
IIMK’s waitlist has historically moved significantly, especially in the General and OBC categories. Stay patient, stay alert, and keep your acceptance fee ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How do I check my IIM Kozhikode Result 2026?
A: Once the results are out, Log in to the IIMK admissions portal at iimk.ac.in with your registered email ID and OTP. Navigate to the PGP 2026-28 admissions section and check your status: Offer Issued, Waitlisted, or Not Selected. You will also receive an email notification at your registered email ID.
Q2. What is the selection criteria weightage at IIM Kozhikode for the final merit list?
A: As per the official IIM Kozhikode Admissions Policy, the final composite score weightage is: CAT 2025 Index Score – 35%, Personal Interview (PI) – 35%, Written Ability Test (WAT) – 20%, Resume Score – 10%.
Q3. What is the minimum CAT cutoff for IIM Kozhikode 2026?
A: The minimum CAT 2025 percentile cutoffs for Stage 1 registration are: General – 85 overall / 75 sectional; OBC-NCL/EWS – 75 overall / 65 sectional; SC – 65 overall / 55 sectional; ST/PwD – 55 overall / 45 sectional. These are eligibility thresholds, not the effective merit-list cutoffs.
Q4. What is the total fee for IIM Kozhikode PGP 2026-28?
A: The total programme fee for the IIM Kozhikode PGP 2026-28 batch is Rs 23,50,000, payable in six instalments of Rs 3,91,667 each. This covers tuition, library, and IT charges. A refundable mess deposit of Rs 30,000 is payable separately.
Q5. Can a CAT 2025 student also apply to IIMK via GMAT?
A: The PGP programme at IIM Kozhikode accepts only CAT 2025 scores. GMAT scores are accepted for the PGP-Finance, PGP-LSM, PGP-BL, and EPGP programmes, but not for the flagship PGP. Non-CAT aspirants can explore the PGP-Finance or PGP-LSM routes via GMAT/GRE.
