MICAT I 2027
MICA, Ahmedabad
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Overview
MICAT (MICA Admission Test) is the entrance test of MICA, Ahmedabad for its 2027 programmes; MICAT I is on 5 December 2026. MICA lists seven residential programmes for 2027, all of which require MICAT: PGDM-C (180 seats), PGDM (60 seats), FPM, PGCM-SM, PGCM-AMC, PGCM-DMMC and CSC. MICAT is held in two sittings, MICAT I on 5 December 2026 and MICAT II on 12 February 2027, and the better MICAT score is considered. PGDM-C and PGDM applicants also need a CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT score.
MICAT at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting body | MICA, Ahmedabad |
| Level | Entrance test for postgraduate management and communication programmes, after a bachelor's degree |
| Purpose | Admission to PGDM-C, PGDM, FPM, PGCM-SM, PGCM-AMC, PGCM-DMMC and CSC (2027 batch) |
| Mode | Held at test centres in 48 cities listed by MICA (online or paper delivery not stated) |
| Sittings | MICAT I (5 December 2026) and MICAT II (12 February 2027); the better score counts |
| Sections | Psychometric, Descriptive, Aptitude (3 sub-sections) |
| Application fee | Rs 2,500 per programme plus Rs 500 per additional programme (payable if shortlisted for interview) |
| Official website | mica.ac.in |
Important dates (MICAT I and MICAT II, 2027 admissions)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| MICAT I registration opens | September 2026 (exact day not published) |
| MICAT I registration closes | 21 November 2026, 11:50 PM |
| MICAT I admit card | 3 December 2026 |
| MICAT I exam | 5 December 2026 |
| MICAT I score declaration | 18 December 2026 |
| MICAT II registration opens | 25 November 2026 |
| MICAT II registration closes | 30 January 2027 |
| MICAT II admit card | 10 February 2027 |
| MICAT II exam | 12 February 2027 |
| MICAT II score declaration | 28 February 2027 |
| CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT details to be updated on MICA's site | On or before 30 January 2027 |
How MICAT scores are used
For PGDM-C and PGDM, admission is based on the CAT, XAT or GMAT score and MICAT I or II (better MICAT score), followed by a Group Exercise and Personal Interview and then the final merit list. Sports Management has a Personal Interview only. FPM, PGCM-AMC, PGCM-DMMC and Strategic Communication need MICAT but no CAT, XAT or GMAT score. MICA says PGDM-C gives weight to creative aptitude, verbal ability and reading comprehension in MICAT, and PGDM to quantitative ability. The indicative programme fee is Rs 29.50 lakh for both PGDM-C and PGDM, subject to revision.
Sources: MICA admissions 2027, MICA PGDM-C admissions page and MICAT sample questions 2027 (PDF). Checked on 5 October 2026.
Conducting Body
MICA, Ahmedabad
Category
Management
Level
University
Important Dates
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application opens | Not announced yet | Awaiting official notice |
| Application closes | 46 days to go | |
| Exam date | 60 days to go |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility is as published on the MICA admissions pages for the 2027 admissions (PGDM-C and PGDM; other programmes add their own requirements).
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualifying degree | Bachelor's degree (10+2+3 system or equivalent, at least 3 years after Class 12) in any discipline from an institution recognised by the Association of Indian Universities |
| Minimum marks | At least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA |
| Entrance scores | PGDM-C, PGDM and Sports Management: MICAT plus a CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT (2025 onwards) score. FPM, PGCM-AMC, PGCM-DMMC and Strategic Communication: MICAT only |
| Final-year students | Can apply; admission is provisional until the final mark sheet and passing certificate are submitted by 31 December 2027 |
| Age limit and attempts | Not stated |
- Final-year or result-awaited candidates need a certificate from the principal, director, registrar or head of department confirming that all degree requirements are complete or the final year is under way.
- Grades or CGPA must be converted to a percentage; overseas degrees of Indian applicants must be recognised by the AIU or another appropriate authority.
- Missing the 31 December 2027 deadline cancels the provisional admission.
Source: MICA PGDM-C admissions page, 2027 admissions cycle.
Exam Pattern
MICA's 2027 admissions pages describe MICAT as three sections:
| Section | Content |
|---|---|
| A. Psychometric Test | No right or wrong answers and no negative marking; MICA does not share these questions |
| B. Descriptive Test | Written responses; the sample file asks for arguments for and against a statement plus the candidate's own view, and a story of about 300 words from a picture sequence |
| C. Aptitude Test | Three sub-sections: Divergent and Convergent Thinking; Verbal Ability (with Reading Comprehension in the sample file); Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation |
- Sittings: MICAT I (5 December 2026) and MICAT II (12 February 2027); the better score is considered.
- Centres: 48 cities listed by MICA, including Ahmedabad, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata and Hyderabad; MICA may change centres and dates.
- Scores are normalised using statistical methods, and each sub-section score is normalised separately.
- Number of questions, marks, duration and marking scheme of the aptitude sections are not published.
Source: MICA PGDM-C admissions page and MICAT sample questions 2027 (PDF), 2027 cycle.
How to Apply for MICAT I 2027
- Register on the MICA admissions page and verify the email ID.
- Fill the online application form and upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
- For PGDM, PGDM-C and Sports Management, enter the CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT details on MICA's site by 30 January 2027 (for XAT, the registration number only; MICA collects the score from XLRI).
- Download the admit card (3 December 2026 for MICAT I, 10 February 2027 for MICAT II) and appear for MICAT I or II.
- If shortlisted, attend the personal interview (PGDM and PGDM-C also have a Group Exercise) or the programme-specific assessment; the final merit list follows.
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| MICAT application, per programme | Rs 2,500 |
| Each additional programme (payable if shortlisted for interview) | Rs 500 |
| FPM | Rs 2,500 only |
- Candidates merit-listed for more than one programme must accept only one offer by the deadline in the offer letter; the choice cannot be changed later.
- Final-year candidates need the institution's certificate described under eligibility.
Source: MICA admissions page and PGDM-C page, 2027 cycle.
Apply online on the official portal: https://www.mica.ac.in/admissions/pgdm-c/
Frequently Asked Questions
When is MICAT I 2027?
MICAT I 2027 is scheduled for 5 December 2026.
When can I apply for MICAT I 2027?
The last date to apply is 21 November 2026.
Who conducts MICAT I 2027?
MICAT I 2027 is conducted by MICA, Ahmedabad.
What is the eligibility for MICAT I 2027?
Eligibility is as published on the MICA admissions pages for the 2027 admissions (PGDM-C and PGDM; other programmes add their own requirements). Criterion Requirement Qualifying degree Bachelor's degree (10+2+3 system or equivalent, at least 3 years after Class 12) in any discipline from an institution recognised by the Association of Indian Universities Minimum marks At least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA Entrance scores PGDM-C, PGDM and Sports Management: MICAT plus a CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or…
What is the exam pattern of MICAT I 2027?
MICA's 2027 admissions pages describe MICAT as three sections: Section Content A. Psychometric Test No right or wrong answers and no negative marking; MICA does not share these questions B. Descriptive Test Written responses; the sample file asks for arguments for and against a statement plus the candidate's own view, and a story of about 300 words from a picture sequence C. Aptitude Test Three sub-sections: Divergent and Convergent Thinking; Verbal Ability (with Reading Comprehension in the…
How do I apply for MICAT I 2027?
Register on the MICA admissions page and verify the email ID. Fill the online application form and upload the required documents. Pay the application fee and submit the form. For PGDM, PGDM-C and Sports Management, enter the CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT details on MICA's site by 30 January 2027 (for XAT, the registration number only; MICA collects the score from XLRI). Download the admit card (3 December 2026 for MICAT I, 10 February 2027 for MICAT II) and appear for MICAT I or II. If…
What is the official website of MICAT I 2027?
The official website is https://www.mica.ac.in/.