Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode

Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) is one of the premier management institutes in India, established in 1996. Located in the serene hills of Kunnamangalam, Kozhikode, IIMK has rapidly grown to become one of the most respected business schools in the country, known for its innovative curriculum and diverse student body.

Key Highlights

• 112-acre lush green campus in the Western Ghats
• First IIM to launch a 1-year full-time MBA program
• Pioneer in Interactive Learning (IL) methodology
• Strong focus on leadership and entrepreneurship
• Diverse student community with representation from all states
• 100% placement record for flagship programs
• Strong alumni network of 8,000+ professionals globally
• First IIM to have gender diversity of over 40% in PGP

Recognition & Accreditations

• EQUIS Accreditation (European Quality Improvement System)
• AMBA Accreditation (Association of MBAs)
• NIRF Ranking 2024: #6 in Management
• Recognized as Institute of National Importance
• ISO 9001:2015 Certified for Quality Management

Unique Program Features

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD)
• Valid CAT score (GMAT for international/EPGP candidates)
• For EPGP: Minimum 5 years of managerial experience
• Final year students can apply
• No age limit for any program
• Diversity factors considered: Academic diversity, gender diversity, work experience

Selection Process

1. CAT Examination (November)
2. Shortlisting based on CAT scores, academic profile, and diversity factors
3. Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI)
4. Profile assessment for work experience and extracurricular achievements
5. Final selection based on composite score:
   • CAT Score: 55%
   • WAT/PI: 25%
   • Academic Profile: 10%
   • Work Experience: 5%
   • Diversity Factors: 5%

Important Dates for 2025 Admission

Application Fees

CAT Cutoff Trends (Previous Year)

Program Fees (2025-26)

Additional Costs

• International Immersion Program: ₹2.5 Lakhs (optional for PGP)
• Laptop: Mandatory (student's responsibility)
• Books and Study Material: ₹50,000 per year (approximately)
• Student Activities Fee: ₹25,000 per year

Merit-Based Scholarships

• Director's Merit Scholarship: Full tuition fee waiver for top 10 students
• Academic Excellence Award: 50% tuition fee waiver for top 15% of batch
• CAT Toppers Scholarship: ₹2.5 Lakhs for top 50 CAT rank holders
• Women Leadership Scholarship: 30% fee waiver for outstanding female candidates
• Diversity Scholarship: For students from underrepresented regions

Need-Based Scholarships

• IIMK Financial Aid: Up to 100% tuition fee waiver based on family income
• Corporate Scholarships: Various industry-sponsored scholarships (HUL, TATA, Aditya Birla)
• Government Scholarships: For SC/ST/OBC students as per government norms
• Alumni Scholarships: Funded by IIMK alumni network

Education Loans

IIM Kozhikode has tie-ups with leading banks (SBI, Canara Bank, Federal Bank, HDFC) for education loans at preferential interest rates. Loans cover up to 100% of tuition fees and living expenses with moratorium period during the program.

Sector-wise Placement (2024)

Top Recruiters

Summer Internship Statistics

Placement Trends

• 30% increase in average package over last 3 years
• 25% of offers from first-time recruiters
• 40% of students received multiple offers
• Highest international package: $150,000
• 15% of batch placed in leadership roles

Campus Infrastructure

Student Life

• Clubs & Committees: 25+ student-run clubs (Finance, Marketing, Consulting, etc.)
• Cultural Events: Backwaters (annual fest), Equinox (cultural fest)
• Sports: Inter-IIM tournaments, intra-college competitions
• Social Initiatives: NSS, CSR projects, rural immersion programs
• Leadership Development: Regular workshops, guest lectures, industry interactions

Hostel Facilities

Faculty Highlights

Research Centers

• Center for Leadership: Research in leadership development and organizational behavior
• Center for Public Policy: Policy research and government advisory
• Center for Sustainability: Environmental and social sustainability research
• Center for Innovation: Entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem development
• Center for Digital Transformation: Research in digital technologies and business models

Research Publications

• 100+ research papers published in top international journals annually
• 15+ books and monographs published by faculty members
• Active participation in international conferences and seminars
• Collaborative research projects with international universities