Just came across the minimum CAT percentiles at which IIMs offered admission in 2026, and honestly… this is both shocking and insightful for anyone preparing for IIMs or planning their MBA journey.

• Some IIMs required percentiles above 99 to even get a call so if you were banking on a 98, brace yourself.

• Surprisingly, a few IIMs had slightly lower cutoffs, which shows that profile, work experience, and diversity factors can make a huge difference.

• Seeing the minimum CAT percentiles vs actual calls is a reality check for aspirants: raw scores matter, but strategy and profile matter too.

Honestly, seeing this makes you realize that getting into an IIM is not just about CAT percentile it’s about the full MBA profile package.