For the 2026 PGDM-ABM admissions, Vaikunth Mehta National Institute of Cooperative Management (VAMNICOM), Pune, is expected to have a CAT cutoff of 80-85 percentile and a CMAT cutoff of 85-90 percentile for general category candidates. This cutoff represents the minimum score required to be shortlisted for the subsequent selection rounds, which include a Group Discussion (GD) and a Personal Interview (PI). Meeting the cutoff does not guarantee final admission but is the crucial first step in the selection process.
Course Name | Fees | Eligibility |
P.G.D.M. (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) | ₹1,62,500 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university, minimum of 50% aggregate marks, valid score in CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT or any other equivalent entrance exam. |
Diploma | ₹1,00,000 | 10+2 education from a recognized board, minimum aggregate of 50% |
Post Graduate Diploma | ₹30,000 - 3,63,075 | Bachelor's degree in any discipline, minimum of 50% aggregate marks, relevant work experience in the cooperative sector |
VAMNICOM accepts scores from two national-level entrance exams: CAT and CMAT. The cutoff is the primary shortlisting criterion for the GD/PI round. Below are the expected cutoff percentiles for the 2026-28 batch admission, based on previous years' admission data.
Entrance Exam | Expected Cutoff Percentile (General Category) |
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CAT 2025 | 80 - 85 |
CMAT 2026 | 85 - 90 |
Analysing the cutoff trends from previous years helps aspirants understand the level of competition and the minimum score required for consideration. VAMNICOM's cutoff has remained consistent, reflecting its position as a sought-after institute for agri-business management.
Year | CAT Cutoff (Overall Percentile) | CMAT Cutoff (Overall Percentile) |
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2025 | 80 | 85 |
2024 | 80 | 85 |
2023 | 78 | 85 |
The cutoff for VAMNICOM is not a fixed number and is influenced by several factors each year. Understanding these factors can provide better insight into the admission dynamics.
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