IIFT CAT Cutoff 2026
IIFT Delhi – Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
(higher percentile = better) · Data: 2021–2026
IIFT — CAT Cutoff 2026 (Estimated)
Open / General
97 %ile
↑ Tougher vs 2025
OBC-NCL
93 %ile
↑ Tougher vs 2025
SC
85 %ile
↑ Tougher vs 2025
ST
78.5 %ile
↑ Tougher vs 2025
* 2026 estimates based on official 2021–2025 data. Official cutoffs publish after CAT results (typically July–Aug 2026).
Year-wise Cutoff Trend — IIFT (CAT)
2021–2026 · All categories · (higher percentile = better)
IIFT — CAT Cutoff Trend (2020–2026) · Percentile
IIFT CAT Cutoff — Year-wise Table
| Year | Open | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Est. | 97 %ile | 93 %ile | 85 %ile | 78.5 %ile | ↑ Tougher |
| 2025 | 96 %ile | 92 %ile | 84 %ile | 77 %ile | ↓ Easier |
| 2024 | 96.5 %ile | 92.5 %ile | 84.5 %ile | 78 %ile | ↑ Tougher |
| 2023 | 96 %ile | 92 %ile | 84 %ile | 77 %ile | ↑ Tougher |
| 2022 | 95.5 %ile | 91 %ile | 83 %ile | 76 %ile | ↑ Tougher |
| 2021 | 95 %ile | 90 %ile | 82 %ile | 75 %ile | — |
What the Cutoff Trend Means for You
- →Open category 2026: 97 %ile — you need 97 %ile or higher in CAT to be shortlisted.
- →OBC-NCL relaxation: OBC candidates need 93 %ile — 4.0 units below Open cutoff.
- →SC/ST: SC cutoff is 85 %ile, ST is 78.5 %ile. Reserved category candidates have significantly relaxed cutoffs.
- →5-year trend: Cutoff has risen from 95 %ile to 97 %ile — competition is growing.
FAQs — IIFT CAT Cutoff 2026
What is the CAT cutoff for IIFT in 2026?+
The estimated CAT cutoff for IIFT Delhi – Indian Institute of Foreign Trade in 2026 is 97 %ile for Open/General category, 93 %ile for OBC-NCL, and 85 %ile for SC, 78.5 %ile for ST. These are trend-based estimates — official 2026 cutoffs publish after CAT results.
Is 97 %ile enough for IIFT?+
97 %ile in CAT puts you at the boundary of the estimated 2026 Open category cutoff for IIFT. With exactly this score, admission depends on the round and seat availability. Scoring 1–2 units higher gives a comfortable buffer. Apply in Round 1 for the best chance.
How has the CAT cutoff for IIFT changed over the years?+
IIFT CAT Open category cutoff trend: 2023: 96 %ile, 2024: 96.5 %ile, 2025: 96 %ile, 2026: 97 %ile. The cutoff has risen steadily, reflecting growing competition since 2021.
What is the CAT cutoff for IIFT for OBC and SC?+
OBC-NCL cutoff at IIFT 2026: 93 %ile. SC cutoff: 85 %ile. ST cutoff: 78.5 %ile. Reserved category cutoffs are lower than Open by approximately 4.0 units (OBC).
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