MICAT 2027 phase 1 registration ongoing; apply for MICA PGDM by November 22

The Mudra Institute of Communications, Ahmedabad (MICA) has opened admissions for MICAT 2027, with registrations for Phase I currently underway. Aspiring candidates can apply for MICA’s postgraduate programs, including PGDM and PGDM-C, through the official website mica.ac.in.

The institute has released a detailed schedule for both phases of the MICA Admission Test (MICAT) for the 2027–29 batches. MICAT is a computer-based test (CBT) conducted twice a year, and candidates have the option to appear in one or both phases, with MICA considering the better of the two scores for admission.

MICAT 2027 Registration and Key Dates

Registration for MICAT Phase I began in September 2026 and is currently ongoing. The deadline for Phase I registration has been extended to November 22, 2026. Following this, registration for MICAT Phase II will commence on November 25, 2026, and will close on January 31, 2027.

The application fee for MICAT 2027 is ₹2,500 per programme, which includes MICAT processing. An additional ₹500 is payable for each additional programme if a candidate is shortlisted for an interview. This fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. Candidates wishing to appear in both phases must submit separate application forms and pay the application fee for each phase.

Eligibility and Exam Structure

To be eligible for MICAT 2027, candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks or an equivalent CGPA from a recognised university. Final-year students are also eligible, provided they complete their degree as per MICA timelines. There is no upper age limit for MICAT 2027.

The MICAT examination is a 135-minute computer-based test comprising three major components: a Psychometric Test, a Descriptive Test, and an Aptitude Test. The Aptitude Test evaluates candidates across four areas: Verbal Ability, Quantitative Ability, Divergent-Convergent Reasoning, and General Awareness. The Psychometric Test is a qualifying round, and candidates must clear it to proceed further in the selection process.

Admission Process and Required Scores

For most School of Management programmes, such as PGDM-C and PGDM, a valid CAT 2026, XAT 2027, or GMAT score is mandatory. However, some programmes under the School of Applied Creativity accept MICAT scores alone. Candidates are evaluated on their performance in CAT/XAT/GMAT relative to the set cutoff.

Only candidates who successfully clear all three sections of MICAT and meet the CAT/XAT/GMAT cutoffs are shortlisted for the Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to cities including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Delhi, Kolkata, and Mumbai for these rounds. The final admission process considers multiple parameters, including performance in CAT/XAT/GMAT, MICAT, GE, PI, academic profile, and other evaluation criteria.

How to Apply for MICAT 2027

Candidates interested in applying for MICAT 2027 should visit the official website, mica.ac.in, and navigate to the Admissions or Register section for their desired program. The process requires creating an account using a valid email ID and mobile number, which must then be verified via an OTP. Following verification, applicants are to complete the online application form, providing personal, academic, and work experience details, along with their program preferences.

Further steps include uploading a photograph, signature, and any other required documents. Candidates must also enter their CAT/XAT/GMAT details if applicable to their chosen program. Applicants will select their preferred test cities from approximately 48 available locations where MICAT is conducted. The non-refundable application fee of ₹2,500 per program must be paid online. After submission, candidates should save the confirmation page or receipt for future reference and ensure their registered email and mobile number remain active throughout the admission cycle.

1. Visit the official website: mica.ac.in and navigate to the Admissions or Register section for the desired programme.
2. Create an account using a valid email ID and mobile number, and verify it via OTP.
3. Fill out the online application form, providing personal, academic, and work experience details, along with programme preferences.
4. Upload a photograph, signature, and any required documents.
5. Enter CAT/XAT/GMAT details if applicable to the chosen programme.
6. Select preferred test cities from the approximately 48 locations where MICAT is held.
7. Pay the non-refundable application fee online.
8. Submit the completed form and save the confirmation page or receipt for future reference.
9. Ensure the registered email and mobile number remain active throughout the admission cycle.

Further reading

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Written by Nishit Kumar

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