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ISBM Kolkata Cutoff 2025: Course-wise Percentile, Selection Criteria & Admission Insights

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• Updated on Aug 13, 2025, by Sakshi Garg

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CAT 2025 official notification has been released. The registration window is open and will close on September 13, 2025. The exam, conducted by IIM Kozhikode, is scheduled for November 30, 2025, and will be held in multiple shifts across more than 170 citiesCandidates should fill out the CAT 2025 application form early to get a test centre in their preferred city. Test city allotment is on a first-come, first-served basis. If seats in one city are full, the centre will be allotted in the next preferred city. Applicants can choose up to five cities in the form.

MAT 2025 will be held on September 21 for the Paper-Based Test (PBT) and September 28 for the Computer-Based Test (CBT). Registrations are now open and will close on September 15 for PBT and September 22 for CBT.

ISBM Kolkata Cutoff 2025 has been released for MBA and PGDM admissions. The cutoff represents the minimum percentile or score in exams such as CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT that candidates must achieve to be shortlisted for the subsequent admission round. This year, the cutoff is expected to be around the 60–65 percentile, depending on the program and the entrance exam. Meeting the cutoff is the first step; final selection also depends on your performance in Group Discussions (GD) and Personal Interviews (PI).

 

Table of Contents
  1. ISBM Kolkata CAT Cutoff 2025
  2. ISBM Kolkata XAT Cutoff 2025
  3. ISBM Kolkata CMAT Cutoff 2025
  4. ISBM Kolkata Section-wise Cutoff 2025
  5. ISBM Kolkata Cutoff FAQs 2025

 

ISBM Kolkata CAT Cutoff 2025

For ISBM Kolkata admissions in 2025, the cutoff percentile for all PGDM specialisations remains consistent. Whether you are applying for PG Diploma in Management – Business Analytics, PGDHRM, PGDLSCM, PGDM Marketing, or PGDM Finance, the expected CAT cutoff is 65 percentile in the accepted entrance exams.

Courses

Round 1 (Cutoff percentile)

PG Diploma in Management Business Analytics

65

PGDHRM

65

PGDLSCM

65

PGDM Marketing

65

PGDM Finance

65

 

ISBM Kolkata XAT Cutoff 2025

For ISBM Kolkata Round 1 admissions, the CAT cutoff percentile is consistent across all PGDM specialisations. Candidates applying for PG Diploma in Management – Business Analytics, PGDHRM, PGDLSCM, PGDM Marketing, or PGDM Finance must secure a minimum of 65 percentile in the XAT exam to be considered for shortlisting.

Courses

Round 1 (Cutoff percentile)

PG Diploma in Management Business Analytics

65

PGDHRM

65

PGDLSCM

65

PGDM Marketing

65

PGDM Finance

65

 

ISBM Kolkata CMAT Cutoff 2025

For the upcoming 2025 admission cycle, ISBM Kolkata’s expected CMAT cutoff is 70 percentile for all PGDM specialisations. This applies equally to PG Diploma in Management – Business Analytics, PGDHRM, PGDLSCM, PGDM Marketing, and PGDM Finance.

Courses

Round 1 (Cutoff percentile)

PG Diploma in Management Business Analytics

70

PGDHRM

70

PGDLSCM

70

PGDM Marketing

70

PGDM Finance

70

 

ISBM Kolkata Section-wise Cutoff 2025

For ISBM Kolkata admissions, the section-wise CAT cutoff helps ensure balanced performance across all areas. Candidates are expected to score at least the 40 percentile in each section, i.e., VARC (Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension), DILR (Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning), and QA (Quantitative Ability). Meanwhile, the overall CAT percentile required for shortlisting is 60.

Section

Cutoff Percentile

VARC

40

DILR

40

QA

40

Overall

60

 

ISBM Kolkata Cutoff FAQs 2025

What is the expected ISBM Kolkata cutoff for MBA admission in 2025?

The ISBM Kolkata MBA cutoff for 2025 is likely to be around the 60–65 percentile in exams like CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT.

Does ISBM Kolkata accept MAT scores?

Yes, ISBM Kolkata accepts MAT scores for MBA/PGDM admissions, along with other exams such as CAT, XAT, and CMAT.

Is there a separate cutoff for PGDM and MBA at ISBM Kolkata?

No, the cutoff is generally similar for both PGDM and MBA programs.

Does ISBM Kolkata have a sectional cutoff?

No, ISBM Kolkata considers the overall percentile instead of sectional cutoffs.

Are category-wise cutoffs available for ISBM Kolkata?

Cutoffs may vary for reserved category candidates as per institutional and government norms.

Can I get admission to ISBM Kolkata without meeting the cutoff?

If you fall short of the cutoff, you may still be considered based on other selection criteria, such as academic background, work experience, and performance in the GD/PI.

Does ISBM Kolkata accept CUET PG scores?

Currently, ISBM Kolkata does not accept CUET PG scores for admission to its MBA program.

How can I check the ISBM Kolkata cutoff for 2025?

The official cutoff will be available on the ISBM Kolkata website and through admission notifications.

Does ISBM Kolkata provide direct admission?

For some management quota seats, direct admission is possible; however, meeting the basic eligibility criteria is still required.

Is work experience considered in ISBM Kolkata admissions?

Yes, relevant work experience can add weightage to your application even if your percentile is slightly lower than the cutoff.

Does ISBM Kolkata accept scores from multiple entrance exams in the same year?

Yes, candidates can apply using scores from CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT, and the best-performing exam is usually considered for shortlisting.

Is there a difference in the cutoff for freshers and candidates with work experience?

The cutoff percentile remains the same for all candidates, but those with relevant work experience may have an advantage during the PI/WAT stage.

Are there any specific cutoffs for international students?

Yes, international applicants may have separate criteria and can submit GMAT/GRE scores; the admissions committee generally decides cutoffs for them.

Does ISBM Kolkata offer any relaxation in the cutoff for reserved categories?

Yes, candidates belonging to the SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories may have lower percentile requirements compared to those in the General category, as per institutional norms.