IBS CAT Cutoff 2026
At 85 percentile, the IBS CAT Cutoff for MBA admissions at ICFAI Business School (IBS), Hyderabad, closed for the General category in Round 1 for 2025. This IBS CAT Cutoff is the qualifying threshold for candidates seeking admission to its flagship MBA program, remaining consistent at 85 percentile across all categories for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 admission cycles. 2026 cutoff will be updated post-release.
Exam & Application Dates 2026
Key dates for the IBSAT and CAT examinations, crucial for IBS MBA admissions in 2026, are outlined below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| IBSAT 2026 Application Start | July 1, 2026 |
| CAT 2025 Registration Date (for 2026 Admissions) | Aug 01 – Sep 20, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Exam Date (for 2026 Admissions) | Nov 30, 2025 |
| IBSAT 2026 Exam Date | December 2026 |
| CAT 2025 Result Date (for 2026 Admissions) | Dec 24, 2025 |
IBS CAT Cutoff: Course-wise Cutoff 2025 (Latest — 2026 awaited)
The course-wise IBS CAT Cutoff for MBA programs at IBS Hyderabad for the 2025 admission cycle is presented below.
| Course | Closing Percentile (2025) |
|---|---|
| MBA General | 85 |
IBS CAT Cutoff: Category-wise Cutoff 2025 (Latest — 2026 awaited)
The category-wise IBS CAT Cutoff for MBA admissions at IBS Hyderabad for 2025 is detailed in the table.
| Category | Closing Percentile (2025) |
|---|---|
| General | 85 |
| OBC | 85 |
| SC | 85 |
| ST | 85 |
| EWS | 85 |
IBS CAT Cutoff: Year-on-Year Trend
A consistent trend in the IBS CAT Cutoff for MBA General admissions at IBS Hyderabad is observed over recent years.
| Course | 2025 Percentile | 2024 Percentile | 2023 Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA General | 85 | 85 | 85 |
Counselling Dates 2026
The important dates for the IBS MBA selection process, including interviews and class commencement for 2026, are listed below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Selection Briefings | Jan 10 – Jan 24, 2026 |
| Selection Process (Micro Presentation & Personal Interview) | Feb 14 – Feb 22, 2026 |
| Selection Process Results | Last week of February 2026 |
| Classes Begin | May 15, 2026 |
FAQs
Q: When will the IBS CAT Cutoff 2026 be released?
A: The official IBS CAT Cutoff for 2026 admissions has not yet been released and is expected to be updated post-release.
Q: What is the expected IBS CAT Cutoff for 2026?
A: Based on previous trends, the IBS CAT Cutoff for MBA admissions in 2026 is expected to remain around 85 percentile.
Q: Does IBS Hyderabad accept CAT scores for MBA admission?
A: Yes, IBS Hyderabad accepts valid CAT scores for admission to its MBA program, along with IBSAT, NMAT, GMAT, and XAT scores.
Q: What was the IBS CAT Cutoff for 2025?
A: The IBS CAT Cutoff for MBA admissions at IBS Hyderabad in 2025 was 85 percentile for all categories in Round 1.
Q: Is the IBS CAT Cutoff the same for all categories?
A: For the 2025 admission cycle, the IBS CAT Cutoff for MBA General was consistently 85 percentile across General, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS categories.
Q: What is the selection process after clearing the IBS CAT Cutoff?
A: Candidates who meet the IBS CAT Cutoff are shortlisted for a selection process that includes a Micro Presentation and a Personal Interview at the IBS Hyderabad campus.
