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The cutoff for the OBC category in 2017 varied across different rounds of the admission process. Below is a breakdown of the cutoffs for each round:

1. Round 1: The cutoff for the OBC category in Round 1 was 81.60 in CAT 2017. This score indicated that candidates who scored above or equal to 81.60 were eligible for the subsequent rounds of the admission process.
2. Round 2: In Round 2, the cutoff for the OBC category was 80.40 in CAT 2017. This score was lower than the cutoff in Round 1, indicating that more candidates from the OBC category were eligible for the final selection process.
3. Round 3: In the final round, the cutoff for the OBC category was 79.90 in CAT 2017. This score was the lowest among all the rounds, showing that a larger number of OBC candidates were eligible for the final selection.

It is important to note that cutoffs are subject to change each year, depending on various factors such as the number of applicants, the difficulty level of the CAT exam, and the performance of the candidates. The cutoff serves as a benchmark for candidates to assess their chances of securing admission into the institute.

In conclusion, the last year (2017) cutoff for the Other Backward Classes (OBC) category at IRMA was 81.60 for Round 1, 80.40 for Round 2, and 79.90 for Round 3. These cutoffs played a significant role in determining the eligibility of candidates for admission to the Indian Institute of Rural Management (IRMA) during that year.