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."