MICA Admissions 2026

MICA’s Post Graduate Programme (PGDM / PGDM-C) has a predominant focus on Strategic Marketing and Communications. Our curriculum is designed to integrate conceptual rigour and industry relevance. The key focal points of our curriculum are an interdisciplinary perspective and a holistic approach, and it aims to be disruptive and challenge the status quo.

Unique Specializations: https://www.mica.ac.in/the-school-of-management/post-graduate-programme-in-management/

Balancing the Left and Right Brain: MICA is the only top institution in the country with its own community FM station, MICAVAANI, and a Creative Lab where analytical mind-sets meld with creative thinking to tell a story on every wall. What stands apart is the fact that, the innovative pedagogy at MICA rests on peer-learning and developing the intuitive traits and emotional intelligence of the participants.

Appreciating Diversity: The diversity that exists in the student body is noteworthy. The men and women account for almost 1:1 ratio in the student body. It’s encouraging to see that this diversity is by default, not by design! In addition, nearly half of the students at MICA right now come from non-engineering backgrounds. This is a unique distinction from other B-Schools.

Empowering Entrepreneurs: Committed to motivating, supporting, and guiding young entrepreneurs, MICA’s own Start-Up Incubator and the Entrepreneurship Development Cell encourage students to start-up their ventures and further helpstart up them with ideation and implementation.

MICAT is MICA’s common entrance examination for all programmes offered under both the schools –  School of Management (SoM) – PGDM-C, PGDM, and FPM, and the School of Applied Creativity (SoAC) – CCC (1 Year).

MICAT is a computer-based test conducted twice a year, held in two windows—MICAT-I in December and MICAT-II in February. Candidates may appear for both attempts, and the better of the two scores is considered for evaluation.

MICAT is carefully structured to assess a wide range of competencies that are common across both schools and all programmes, ensuring a holistic evaluation of every candidate.

For SoM: Admission to MICA (PGP Programmes) happens through a 3-stage filtering process comprising
of – i). CAT/XAT/GMAT performance, ii). Performance in MICAT written exam
and performance in, iii). Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI). MICAT written exam includes:

• Psychometric Test
• Descriptive Test
• Aptitude Test (i. Divergent & Convergent Thinking, ii. Verbal Ability, iii. Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, iv. General Awareness).

For SoCA: Creative aptitude & Potential (CAP).

This holistic evaluation ensures that candidates possess the analytical mindset, creative thinking, and communication skills essential for MICA’s programmes.

MICAT is MICA’s entrance examination used for admissions to both the School of Management (SoM) and the School of Applied Creativity (SoAC). The test is designed to assess psychometric attributes, analytical and verbal ability, creative potential, and overall aptitude relevant to each programme.

1. School of Management (SoM)

Programmes: PGDM-C, PGDM & FPM.

A. PGDM-C & PGDM

How is MICAT Conducted?

MICAT is divided into three sections:

1. Section A – Psychometric Test (Qualifying)
2. Section B – Descriptive Test
3. Section C – Aptitude Test, comprising:
   • Divergent & Convergent Thinking
   • Verbal Ability
   • Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation
   • General Awareness

How is Evaluation Done?

MICA follows a three-stage selection process:

1. Qualifying the Psychometric Test
2. Meeting the CAT / XAT / GMAT score cutoff
3. Achieving the cutoff in Section C and Section B of MICAT

Shortlisted candidates are invited for Group Exercise (GE) and Personal Interview (PI) in March.

Final Merit Score Weightage

• CAT / XAT / GMAT: 35%
• MICAT Score: 25%
• GE: 10%
• PI: 20%
• Academics (10th, 12th & Graduation): 5%
• Diversity / Extracurricular Achievements: 5%.
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• B. Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)

How is MICAT Conducted?

MICAT for FPM has three sections:

1. Psychometric Test
2. Descriptive Test
3. Aptitude (Verbal Ability + Quantitative Ability/Data Interpretation)

How is Evaluation Done?

Shortlisted candidates undergo:

• Online Screening Interview
• FPM Written Test (Open Book)
• On-campus Research-Based Written Assessment (RWA)
• Proposal Presentation

Final Selection Factors

• Performance in FWT
• RWA, Proposal Presentation & PI
• Academic consistency
• Relevant professional or research experience

1. School of Applied Creativity (SoAC)

Programme: CCC (1-Year)

How is MICAT Conducted?

MICAT for SoAC (CCC) consists of two sections:

1. Section A – Psychometric Test
2. Section B – Creative Aptitude & Potential (CAP)

How is Evaluation Done?

1. Candidates shortlisted through MICAT appear for CEST (Creative Electronic Subjective Test)—submitted online within 48 hours.
2. Those qualifying CEST proceed to the Personal Interview.

Final Selection Weightage

• MICAT: 25%
• CEST: 25%
• PI: 50%.

Preparing for MICAT requires a balanced focus on analytical ability, creativity, psychometric clarity, and writing skills. To help candidates understand the exam pattern and difficulty level, MICA provides official sample papers and demo exam access.

1. Access Official Sample Papers

You can download the latest MICAT Sample Papers directly from the Admissions Page:
Visit: https://www.mica.ac.in/mica-admissions-2026/
These sample papers (SoM) will help you understand the structure of the Psychometric Test, Descriptive section, and the Aptitude components (DCR, VA, QA/DI, GA) and for SoAC the Creative Aptitude & Potential (CAP).

2. Demo Exam Link

A Demo Exam link is made available 2 days before the actual MICAT.
This allows candidates to familiarise themselves with:

• The computer-based test interface
• Question navigation
• Time management
• Overall exam flow

It is strongly recommended to take this demo test to avoid any last-minute technical or procedural issues.

Single Programme Application:

• If you’re applying for only one programme, the total admission processing fee (including MICAT) is ₹2,500.

Multiple Programme Application:

• You may apply for up to three programmes from one school only:
  • Either from The School of Management (PGDM-C, PGDM, FPM)
  • OR form The School of Applied Creativity (CCC, CCE)
• For each additional programme beyond the first, an extra ₹500 will be charged as an admission processing fee.

Important Note:

In a single MICAT attempt, candidates can apply to programmes from either the School of Management or the School of Applied Creativity — not both.

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The PGDM program emphasizes business analytics and data-driven decision-making, preparing students for success in a data-centric environment. In contrast, PGDM-C focuses on creativity, communication, and media management, refining storytelling, digital communication, and creative leadership skills in an AI-driven world.

In addition, PGDM will have an MI-Impact Immersive Project as a compulsory component.

For detailed information, please visit the Programmes at a Glance.

MICA PGP students have consistently had 100% placements with leading Companies in India and abroad. For details of the industry sector and companies. Kindly visit – https://www.mica.ac.in/placements/

Placements will be offered as a composite for both PGDM-C and PGDM. Students from both programs are eligible for all placement opportunities facilitated by the institute, maintaining a unified approach to career placements. For more information, visit – https://www.mica.ac.in/placements/

Yes, strong placement support with leading creative agencies & companies. Selection is merit-based. For more information, visit – MICA Placements

Full tuition waiver + monthly stipend + contingencies (year-wise).

Scholarships & Financial Aid

• Merit and need-based scholarships are available.
• Education loans are sanctioned directly through banks. MICA enjoys strong market credibility and is also registered on the PM-Vidyalakshmi Portal.

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