New Delhi – 09.09.2025. A recent analysis of the Research Productivity and Consulting (RPC) and Graduation Outcome (GO) scores for Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) between 2023 and 2025 reveals a clear hierarchy in performance, with established institutions consistently outperforming their newer counterparts. The data underscores the enduring strength of IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore, while also highlighting the challenges faced by emerging IIMs in achieving comparable results.

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The analysis, based on publicly available NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) data, demonstrates that IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore remain the top-tier performers in the nation. These institutions consistently achieved high scores in both RPC and GO metrics. RPC scores reflect an institution’s research output and consulting activities, while GO scores indicate the success of graduates in securing desirable employment opportunities.

We believe the consistent high performance of IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore is a testament to their long-standing commitment to cutting-edge research and their strong alumni networks, which provide valuable career opportunities for graduates.

However, the analysis also exposed a noticeable “stratification” in performance, with older, more established IIMs generally scoring higher than the newer ones across both metrics. This suggests that factors such as established faculty, research infrastructure, and industry connections continue to play a significant role in differentiating the performance of management institutions in India.

The newer IIMs are undoubtedly making progress, but they face the challenge of building robust research programs and establishing strong ties with industry in a relatively short period of time.

Furthermore, the report identified “variability” in the scores of some IIMs from year to year.

This fluctuation suggests that research output and graduation placement rates can be subject to external factors and internal strategic shifts. The implication being that some institutions are not maintaining constant focus on either research, placement or perhaps both.

The data raises important questions about the need for tailored support and targeted investment in newer IIMs to help them bridge the performance gap. Such support could include faculty development programs, enhanced research funding, and strategic partnerships with industry.

While the analysis acknowledges the overall positive trajectory of management education in India, it also emphasizes the importance of addressing the disparities in performance across institutions. This ensures that all IIMs, regardless of their age or location, are equipped to contribute to the nation’s economic growth and global competitiveness.

General Observations:

Top Performers: IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Bangalore consistently demonstrate high scores in both RPC and GO across all three years, reflecting their strong research focus and successful alumni outcomes.
Tiered Performance: There’s a noticeable stratification, with older, more established IIMs generally scoring higher than the newer ones.
Variability: Some IIMs show more fluctuation in their scores year-to-year, suggesting potential variability in research output or graduation placement rates.

Comparative Data Tables and Analysis

Here’s the breakdown of RPC and GO scores for each IIM over the three years:

Research Productivity and Consulting (RPC)

College	RPC Score 2023	RPC Score 2024	RPC Score 2025	Trend Analysis
IIM Ahmedabad	63.45	63.89	64.92	Slight but consistent increase, indicating sustained or improving research output and consulting activities.
IIM Bangalore	55.61	56.71	59.04	Noticeable upward trend, suggesting enhanced research productivity and consulting effectiveness.
IIM Kozhikode	56.1	58.96	64.14	Significant improvement, indicating a growing emphasis and success in research and consulting.
IIM Calcutta	51.23	48.09	54.52	Fluctuating scores, with a dip in 2024 but a recovery in 2025, suggesting variability in research and consulting performance.
IIM Mumbai		59.14	60.18	Increase in RPC score.
IIM Lucknow	49.71	49.09	59.8	Substantial increase in 2025, highlighting a potential renewed focus or success in research and consulting.
IIM Indore	53.53	55.28	59.69	Steady improvement, showcasing a consistent effort and increasing success in research and consulting activities.
IIM Rohtak	40.44	45.01	42.51	Initial increase followed by a slight decrease, suggesting potential inconsistencies in maintaining research and consulting momentum.
IIM Raipur	44.62	41.28	44.83	Fluctuating scores, indicating variability in research and consulting outcomes.
IIM Ranchi	37.05	39.65	45.06	Consistent improvement, demonstrating a growing emphasis and effectiveness in research and consulting.
IIM Udaipur	35.83	33.95	34.13	Relatively stable but low scores, suggesting a need for increased focus and investment in research and consulting.
IIM Kashipur	36.8	40.39	40.68	Gradual improvement, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance research productivity and consulting activities.
IIM Shillong	93.6	28.33	28.99	A drastic drop in 2024 from 2023, followed by a slight increase in 2025, indicating a significant change in the institute's focus or performance in research and consulting.
IIM Visakhapatnam	21.75	22.51	24.46	Slow but steady improvement, demonstrating a gradual increase in research and consulting effectiveness.
IIM Tiruchirappalli	29.06	29.09	35.02	Noteworthy improvement, suggesting that initiatives to boost research productivity and consulting are bearing fruit.
IIM Nagpur	15.92	27.17	34.91	Significant increase, showcasing successful efforts in enhancing research and consulting activities.
IIM Bodh Gaya	11.99	25.8	28.45	Substantial improvement, reflecting successful initiatives to promote research and consulting.
IIM Jammu	10.76	16.68	22.51	Consistent and significant improvement, indicating successful strategies to enhance research productivity and consulting engagement.
IIM Amritsar	19.58	18.63	18.35	Relatively stable but low scores, suggesting a need for greater emphasis and investment in research and consulting.
IIM Sambalpur	14.09	18.02	20.77	Gradual improvement, indicating ongoing efforts to enhance research productivity and consulting activities.
IIM Sirmaur	15.22	18.15	20.25	Gradual improvement, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance research productivity and consulting activities.

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Key Takeaways (RPC):

Most IIMs demonstrate an upward trend in RPC scores, indicating a growing emphasis on research and consulting.
The magnitude of improvement varies, with newer IIMs showing more substantial gains from a lower base.
Fluctuations in scores for some IIMs suggest the need for more consistent strategies to maintain research and consulting momentum.

Graduation Outcome (GO)

College	GO Score 2023	GO Score 2024	GO Score 2025	Trend Analysis
IIM Ahmedabad	99.14	98.71	99	Consistently high, indicating excellent placement rates and alumni success.
IIM Bangalore	99.11	98.41	99	Stable and exceptionally high, reflecting strong industry connections and successful career outcomes for graduates.
IIM Kozhikode	94.92	94.37	95	Consistently high, with a slight increase in 2025, reflecting a strong and stable placement record.
IIM Calcutta	99.03	99.09	99	Maintains a very high GO score, indicating consistent excellence in placements and career progression.
IIM Mumbai		99.41	100	Achieves a perfect GO score, indicating outstanding placement rates and alumni achievements.
IIM Lucknow	96.86	96.59	97	Consistently high, with a slight increase, demonstrating strong placement records and positive career outcomes.
IIM Indore	92.84	93.49	94	Steady and high scores, indicating consistent performance in placements and alumni success.
IIM Rohtak	89.28	88.9	88	Relatively stable, reflecting consistent placement outcomes.
IIM Raipur	90.78	90.68	90	Scores are consistently high, reflecting strong industry connections and successful career outcomes for graduates.
IIM Ranchi	90.1	89.45	90	Scores are consistently high, reflecting strong industry connections and successful career outcomes for graduates.
IIM Udaipur	87.99	88.69	89	Shows good performance in graduate outcomes, with steady scores over the years.
IIM Kashipur	88.09	89.06	88	Shows good performance in graduate outcomes, with steady scores over the years.
IIM Shillong		94.96	96	High graduation outcome scores, indicating strong placement records and positive career outcomes.
IIM Visakhapatnam	85.84	86.1	85	Good and stable scores, suggesting consistent efforts in placements and career development.
IIM Tiruchirappalli	87.97	87.47	88	Stable and high scores, indicating consistent performance in placements and alumni success.
IIM Nagpur	86.31	86.55	87	Stable and high scores, indicating consistent performance in placements and alumni success.
IIM Bodh Gaya	85.46	84.73	86	Reflecting consistent placement outcomes.
IIM Jammu	85.4	86.87	88	Reflecting consistent placement outcomes.
IIM Amritsar	82.47	87.86	88	Reflecting consistent placement outcomes.
IIM Sambalpur	78.38	81.32	85	Reflecting consistent placement outcomes.
IIM Sirmaur	83.47	83.61	84	Reflecting consistent placement outcomes.

Key Takeaways (GO):

GO scores are generally high across all IIMs, reflecting the strong brand reputation and the value of an IIM MBA.
The top-tier IIMs consistently achieve near-perfect scores, indicating exceptional placement records.
While most IIMs maintain stable GO scores, continuous efforts are needed to ensure positive career outcomes for graduates, especially for newer institutions.

Recommendations:

Focus on Research: IIMs with lower RPC scores should invest in faculty development, research infrastructure, and industry collaborations to boost research output and consulting activities.
Strengthen Industry Connections: All IIMs should continue to strengthen their relationships with industry to ensure high placement rates and relevant career opportunities for their graduates.
Mentorship and Alumni Engagement: Encourage mentorship programs and alumni engagement to support career development and provide networking opportunities for current students.
Data-Driven Improvement: Regularly analyze RPC and GO scores to identify areas for improvement and track the effectiveness of implemented strategies