IIM Raipur to handle joint admission process for MBA programmes at 4 IIMs

Four Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) in Kashipur, Raipur, Ranchi and Tiruchirappalli have announced a Joint Admission Process (JAP) 2026 for admissions to MBA programmes for the academic session 2026-27.

IIM Raipur has been appointed as the coordinator for JAP 2026. The institute will handle the admission process for all four participating IIMs based on the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025.

JAP 2026 has been launched as a joint initiative “showing commitment to excellence, collaborative resource management, and delivering a transparent, aspirant-focused admission experience that meets IIM standards.”

Through JAP, the IIMs aim to streamline the Post Graduate Programme (PGP) admission process for aspirants as they will be allowed to apply for the four management institutes through a single window. Once the CAT result 2025 is declared, aspirants will be eligible to secure seats in any of the four participating IIMs, through a joint admission process.

Sanjeev Prashar, director-in-charge, IIM Raipur, said, "We are honoured to announce the Joint Admission Process (JAP) 2026, fostering collaboration among four premier IIMs. This initiative exemplifies our commitment to resource optimization, student-centric admissions, and strengthening the IIM brand for future leaders. JAP 2026 reflects our dedication to maintaining high standards and opening new opportunities for aspiring MBA candidates."