Does a gap year after graduation affect IIM Calcutta admission?

No, usually a gap year does not affect your chances of getting into IIM Calcutta. Your reason for the same should be a genuine one. One of my friends had to take a gap post-graduation due to severe health issues. But she got into IIM Calcutta. When asked about the same during the interview she told them the actual reason. The panel deemed the reason as a genuine one and she got selected. So don’t let a simple gap year demotivate you to the point of giving up on IIM Calcutta. It always gives second chances to talented students. Just make sure your reason is genuine and you are able to justify it during the interview.