In round 1 of IMAT 2026, EU cut-offs ran from 65.1 (Cagliari) to 74.9 (Milan Statale), and non-EU cut-offs from 61.5 (Cagliari) to 80.6 (Milan). Most EU cut-offs were roughly 9-11 points higher than in 2025. These figures come from third-party aggregators of the ministry rankings, so verify them on Universitaly.
If you took the test on 29 September 2026, the numbers below will help you understand your result. If you are aiming for 2027, they show what the last cycle looked like. This page covers the IMAT cut-off scores 2026 for EU and non-EU applicants, compares EU round 1 with 2025, and explains how to use the figures without over-trusting them.
Where these figures come from
The Italian ministry publishes the IMAT rankings on Universitaly. The numbers on this page were taken from third-party aggregators that collected those rankings. One aggregator analysed 18,368 IMAT 2026 results. We have not checked every figure against each university’s official list, and the figures are round-1 and provisional. They can differ slightly between sources and they move in later rounds. Before you make any decision, check your own result and the university rows on Universitaly.
IMAT 2026 round-1 EU cut-offs vs 2025
This table shows the IMAT cutoff 2026 by university for EU applicants next to the 2025 figure from one aggregator. We only list universities where we have both years. Another aggregator shows slightly different 2025 numbers, so treat the change column as approximate.
| University | 2026 | 2025 | Change | 2026/27 EU seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milan (Statale) | 74.9 | 65.8 | +9.1 | 60 |
| Sapienza Rome | 72.7 | 62.4 | +10.3 | 52 |
| Milano-Bicocca (Bergamo) | 72.2 | 64.8 | +7.4 | 40 |
| Bologna | 70.8 | 60.5 | +10.3 | 140 |
| Pavia | 70.3 | 60.1 | +10.2 | 103 |
| Turin (Orbassano) | 70.3 | 59.1 | +11.2 | 73 |
| Federico II Naples | 69.2 | 58.3 | +10.9 | 35 |
| Padua (Venice) | 68.8 | 58.6 | +10.2 | 75 |
| Tor Vergata | 67.8 | 57.9 | +9.9 | 65 |
| Parma (Piacenza) | 67.7 | 57.0 | +10.7 | 80 |
| Marche (Ancona) | 67.7 | 57.4 | +10.3 | 30 |
| Luigi Vanvitelli | 66.7 | 55.9 | +10.8 | 60-70 (sources differ) |
| Bari | 66.5 | 55.2 | +11.3 | 69-89 (sources differ) |
| Messina | 65.2 | 54.5 | +10.7 | 55 |
| Cagliari | 65.1 | 54.1 | +11.0 | 80 |
Also in 2026 round 1 but without a 2025 figure in our data: Padua MedTech 68.5, Florence 68.1 and Catania 65.5. Sources differ on some seat numbers, as shown.
IMAT non-EU cut-offs 2026
Non-EU applicants are ranked for their own places, so the IMAT non-EU cut off is a separate number from the EU one. The figures below are aggregator numbers for 2026, shown with the non-EU seats we have for 2026/27. Where our sources do not list the seats, the table says so. Cagliari stands out at 61.5, and we have no verified reason for that gap.
| University | 2026 non-EU cut-off | 2026/27 non-EU seats |
|---|---|---|
| Milan (Statale) | 80.6 | 15 |
| Bologna | 77.9 | 20 |
| Sapienza Rome | 76.0 | 13 |
| Pavia | 75.3 | 40 |
| Milano-Bicocca (Bergamo) | 75.2 | not listed |
| Padua MedTech | 73.7 | 15 |
| Turin (Orbassano) | 73.7 | not listed |
| Marche (Ancona) | 73.0 | 50 |
| Padua (Venice) | 72.9 | 25 |
| Parma (Piacenza) | 71.5 | 45-50 |
| Federico II Naples | 71.5 | not listed |
| Messina | 71.1 | 61 |
| Tor Vergata | 70.7 | 20 |
| Luigi Vanvitelli | 70.7 | not listed |
| Bari | 69.9 | 11 |
| Catania | 69.9 | 40-60 |
| Cagliari | 61.5 | 18 |
Non-EU applicants also have an extra step before the test. You apply to one university first, by that university’s deadline, and then register for the IMAT itself. If you are still deciding where to apply, read our guide on how to choose a university for the IMAT.
How to read a cut-off
A cut-off is not an entry requirement. It is simply a result that happened. Keep these points in mind.
- It is the last admitted score in that round. The student in the final place had that score. Anyone below it was not admitted in that round.
- It depends on seats. A university with 30 seats will usually be harder to enter than one with 140, if the applicants are similar. Compare the seats column with the cut-off, not the cut-off alone.
- It depends on everyone else. You are ranked against all other applicants. If a stronger group applies, the cut-off rises even if the test was not harder.
- It moves between rounds. Students who are admitted may not enrol, and places are reassigned. That is why a round-1 number is only a snapshot.
- Last year’s number is not a target guarantee. Scoring the 2026 cut-off in 2027 does not mean you will be admitted. The 2027 number may be higher, lower or similar.
For a deeper look at how rankings behave, see our older IMAT ranking analysis. It covers 2024, but the logic of reading a ranking is the same.
The rise compared with 2025
Look at the change column. At most universities the 2026 round-1 EU cut-off was roughly 9-11 points higher than in 2025. Bicocca (+7.4) and Milan (+9.1) rose a little less, and Bari (+11.3) a little more. The cause is not established. We can only say it is consistent with more candidates scoring high, and with seats compared with demand, but we cannot prove either. It would be wrong to claim the test became easier or that a particular group of applicants drove the rise.
The practical lesson is simple. A jump of this size in one year shows that cut-offs can change a lot. Do not assume next year will look like this one.
What this means for 2027
The official IMAT 2027 date and registration window have not been announced as of 2 November 2026. As a planning assumption only, the 2026 pattern was registration from late August to early September and a test in late September. For non-EU applicants, pre-enrolment with a university may open much earlier. Follow our IMAT 2027 dates and registration guide and confirm everything on Universitaly.
Set a safe target range
This is planning advice, not a promise. Nobody can guarantee a place.
- Pick a few universities, not one. Note their 2026 cut-off for your category (EU or non-EU) and their seats.
- Aim above the number, not on it. Because cut-offs can rise, a score only equal to last year’s figure leaves no margin. Build a buffer above your highest-choice university’s 2026 number.
- Think in ranges. Your realistic range might span a more competitive choice and a less competitive one. Our team suggests you review it again once the 2027 call is published.
- Translate points into questions. The test gives +1.5 for a correct answer, -0.4 for a wrong one and 0 for a blank. As arithmetic, 50 correct, 8 wrong and 2 blank gives 75 – 3.2 = 71.8. Try your own mix with the IMAT score calculator.
- Practise under test conditions. Use the free IMAT simulator and track your score over time. If you want live teaching, look at our IMAT course.
Key takeaways
- 2026 round-1 EU cut-offs ranged from 65.1 to 74.9; non-EU cut-offs from 61.5 to 80.6.
- Most EU cut-offs were roughly 9-11 points above 2025. The cause is not established.
- A cut-off is the last admitted score in a round. It depends on seats and on other applicants, and it can change between rounds.
- Do not treat last year’s number as a target guarantee. Plan a range with a buffer.
- All figures are from third-party aggregators. Verify them on Universitaly.
Frequently asked questions
What were the IMAT cut-off scores in 2026?
In round 1, the EU cut-offs reported by third-party aggregators ranged from 65.1 (Cagliari) to 74.9 (Milan Statale). The non-EU cut-offs ranged from 61.5 (Cagliari) to 80.6 (Milan). These are provisional figures, so check the rankings on Universitaly.
Is the cut-off the minimum score I need to get in?
Not exactly. A cut-off is the score of the last student admitted in a given round. It depends on how many seats there are and on how everyone else scored, so it changes every year and can change between rounds. It is a reference point, not a rule.
Will the 2027 cut-offs be the same as 2026?
Nobody can say yet. The official IMAT 2027 date has not been announced. Cut-offs rose by roughly 9 to 11 points at most universities between 2025 and 2026, and the cause is not established, so treat 2026 as a guide and not a promise.
Why are non-EU cut-offs usually higher than EU ones?
In the 2026 aggregator figures, the non-EU cut-off is higher than the EU one at every university except Cagliari, where it is lower (61.5 vs 65.1). EU and non-EU places are separate, with their own seats and applicants, so each cut-off reflects its own group.
Where can I check the official IMAT rankings?
The ministry rankings are published on Universitaly. The numbers on this page come from third-party aggregators of those rankings, so always confirm your own result and the university-level figures on Universitaly.
Not sure which target range fits you?
Book a free consultation and talk through your score, your category (EU or non-EU) and your shortlist with our team. You can also read about our consultancy service.
Book a free consultationSources & official links
- Universitaly for the official rankings, registration and pre-enrolment
- Italian Ministry of University and Research (MUR)
- Cambridge Assessment Admissions Testing
- Third-party aggregator figures for 2026 and 2025 cut-offs and seats (provisional, round 1; may differ by source)
