LBSIM CAT Cutoff 2026
LBSIM Delhi – Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management
(higher percentile = better) · Data: 2021–2026
LBSIM — CAT Cutoff 2026 (Estimated)
Open / General
79 %ile
↑ Tougher vs 2025
OBC-NCL
74 %ile
↑ Tougher vs 2025
SC
66 %ile
↑ Tougher vs 2025
ST
59 %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 — LBSIM (CAT)
2021–2026 · All categories · (higher percentile = better)
LBSIM — CAT Cutoff Trend (2020–2026) · Percentile
LBSIM CAT Cutoff — Year-wise Table
| Year | Open | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026Est. | 79 %ile | 74 %ile | 66 %ile | 59 %ile | ↑ Tougher |
| 2025 | 77 %ile | 72 %ile | 64 %ile | 57 %ile | ↓ Easier |
| 2024 | 78 %ile | 73 %ile | 65 %ile | 58 %ile | ↑ Tougher |
| 2023 | 77 %ile | 72 %ile | 64 %ile | 57 %ile | ↑ Tougher |
| 2022 | 76 %ile | 71 %ile | 63 %ile | 56 %ile | ↑ Tougher |
| 2021 | 75 %ile | 70 %ile | 62 %ile | 55 %ile | — |
What the Cutoff Trend Means for You
- →Open category 2026: 79 %ile — you need 79 %ile or higher in CAT to be shortlisted.
- →OBC-NCL relaxation: OBC candidates need 74 %ile — 5.0 units below Open cutoff.
- →SC/ST: SC cutoff is 66 %ile, ST is 59 %ile. Reserved category candidates have significantly relaxed cutoffs.
- →5-year trend: Cutoff has risen from 75 %ile to 79 %ile — competition is growing.
FAQs — LBSIM CAT Cutoff 2026
What is the CAT cutoff for LBSIM in 2026?+
The estimated CAT cutoff for LBSIM Delhi – Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management in 2026 is 79 %ile for Open/General category, 74 %ile for OBC-NCL, and 66 %ile for SC, 59 %ile for ST. These are trend-based estimates — official 2026 cutoffs publish after CAT results.
Is 79 %ile enough for LBSIM?+
79 %ile in CAT puts you at the boundary of the estimated 2026 Open category cutoff for LBSIM. 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 LBSIM changed over the years?+
LBSIM CAT Open category cutoff trend: 2023: 77 %ile, 2024: 78 %ile, 2025: 77 %ile, 2026: 79 %ile. The cutoff has risen steadily, reflecting growing competition since 2021.
What is the CAT cutoff for LBSIM for OBC and SC?+
OBC-NCL cutoff at LBSIM 2026: 74 %ile. SC cutoff: 66 %ile. ST cutoff: 59 %ile. Reserved category cutoffs are lower than Open by approximately 5.0 units (OBC).
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