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    Updated on Mar 31 2026, 02:10 PM IST by Nakkal Varsha
    IIM Bangalore News and Notifications

    IIM Bangalore ranked 29th in Business & Management Studies by QS Subject ranking 2026. 

    IIMB will host the welcome and onboarding programme for its PGPEM 2026-28 cohort on April 4, 2026. 

    IIM Bangalore will host the 6th edition of the Human Resources International Conference from April 9-11, 2026.

    9th edition of the International Conference on FOAA will be held by IIMB and TBS Education on April 18, 2026. 

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    About IIM Bangalore

    Indian Institute of Management Bangalore was established in 1973 and is recognised as an "Institute of National Importance". Candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria before applying for admission to IIM Bangalore programmes. Check the key highlights of IIM Bangalore below. 

    • #29 in Business & Management Studies and #101-150 in Accounting & Finance as per IIM Bangalore QS subject ranking 2026. 
    • IIM Bangalore NIRF ranking 2025: # 2nd under the management category by NIRF ranking 2025 with 81.56 score.
    • IIMB Accreditation & Recognition: IIMB has been internationally accredited by the EFMD Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) since 2010. 
    • BBA, BSc Hons, PGP, PGPPM, PGPEM, EPGP, PGPBA and Ph.D are courses at IIM Bangalore.
    • Indian Institute of Management Bangalore Admissions: CAT+AWT+PI for MBA; CAT/GMAT/GRE+ WAT+ PI for PGP programmes; GMAT/ GRE/ CAT/ GATE/ JRF(NET)/ IIMB Test for PhD programmes. 
    • 596 students appeared for IIM Bangalore Placements for the PGP and PGPBA Class of 2024-26. 

    Applications for the IIM Bangalore scholarship are also open to students with outstanding academic records.  Admissions at IIM Bangalore are based on the scores secured in the CAT/GMAT/GRE entrance examination. IIM Bangalore also offers online certification programmes. IIM Bangalore courses are offered in online, part-time and full-time modes. 

    The total IIM Bangalore fees for PGP is Rs 26 lakhs. Facilities offered by the IIM Bangalore include a cafeteria, separate accommodations, auditorium, sports, banks/ATMs, medical/hospital and many other facilities.

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    IIM Bangalore Ranking Highlights 2026

    IIM Bangalore has been ranked by the QS Subject ranking 2026 and the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). Indian Institute of Management Bangalore secured 2nd position in the Careers360 B-School Ranking 2026. IIM Bangalore has been ranked 2nd in the Management category as per the NIRF ranking 2025.

    IIM Bangalore QS Ranking 2026

    In the Accounting & Finance sector, the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore ranked 101-150 as per the QS Subject Ranking 2026. The college ranked 29th in the Business & Management Studies stream. Check the highlights of the IIM Bangalore QS subject ranking 2026 below.

    IIM Bangalore QS Subject Ranking 2026 vs 2025

    Stream20262025

    Accounting & Finance

    101-150

    151-200

    Business & Management Studies

    29

    40

    IIM Bangalore B-School Ranking 2026

    The overall rating of IIM Bangalore is AAAAA by the Careers360 B-School ranking 2026. Indian Institute of Management Bangalore ranked 2nd, and the overall score is 402.8. Mentioned below are details of the IIM Bangalore Careers360 ranking. 

    IIM Bangalore Careers360 B-School Ranking 2026 

    ParticularsDetails

    Overall Rank

    2

    Overall Score

    402.8

    Overall Score Total

    500

    Overall Rating

    AAAAA

    IIM Bangalore NIRF Ranking 2025

    IIM Bangalore has been consistently ranked 2nd by the NIRF ranking in the Management category in the years 2025, 2024, 2023 and 2022. The table given below shows the IIM Bangalore NIRF ranking comparison.

    IIM Bangalore NIRF Ranking Comparison

    YearManagement Category 
    20252nd
    20242nd
    20232nd
    20222nd

    IIM Bangalore NIRF Score Analysis

    YearManagement Category 
    202581.56
    202481.16
    202380.89
    202282.62

    IIM Bangalore Cutoff Highlights 2026

    For admission to the IIM Bangalore MBA programme, candidates must meet the CAT sectional and overall cutoff. The overall IIM Bangalore cutoff 2025 for the general category was 85. The table given below shows the IIM Bangalore cutoff for different categories and sections of CAT. Details of the 2026 UG cutoff of IIM Bangalore and the 2025 CAT cutoff are given below. 

    IIMB UG Cutoff 2026

    Category

    Section 3(QADI

    Overall Cutoff

    General

    80

    114

    NC-OBC

    75

    75

    EWS7578
    SC7069
    ST7050
    PwD7060

    IIM Bangalore Placement Highlights 2026

    A total of 664 offers were made to PGP and PGPBA students by 177 firms during the IIM Bangalore placements 2024-26. Check below the IIM Bangalore placements for PGP & PGPBA 2024-26 batch. 

    IIM Bangalore Placements 2026

    ParticularsStatistics
    Total Students Appeared596
    Total Offers664
    Total Firms177

    IIM Bangalore Location

    Students can opt for any means of transport to travel to IIM Bangalore. Indian Institute of Management Bangalore is located at Bannerghatta Rd, opposite Apollo Hospitals, Sundar Ram Shetty Nagar, Bilekahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka.

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    Commonly Asked Questions

    On IIM Bangalore About
    Q: When was IIM Bangalore established and what is its national significance?
    A:

    Indian Institute of Management Bangalore was established in 1973. It is recognized as an "Institute of National Importance," highlighting its prestigious status and significant contribution to management education in India.

    Q: What are the main academic programs offered by IIM Bangalore?
    Q: How does IIM Bangalore rank nationally and globally?
    Q: What is the admission process for IIM Bangalore?
    Q: What are the placement statistics for IIM Bangalore?

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    IIM Bangalore Highlights

    ParameterDescription
    Established1973
    ExamCAT, IIMB UG Admission Test, GMAT Exam +1 more
    Courses 5 Degrees and 10 Courses
    Institute TypeInstitute of National Importance
    ApprovalsUGC
    GenderCo-ed
    Student Count1053
    Faculty Count121
    Campus Size100 acres
    Gender PercentageMale 69% and Female 31%
    Students from Outside the State 94%

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    Q: When was the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore established, and what does this say about its legacy?
    A:

    The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) was established in 1973. With nearly five decades of experience in management education, IIMB has built a strong legacy as one of India's premier business schools. Its long-standing presence in the field of management education demonstrates its commitment to academic excellence and its ability to adapt to evolving business landscapes over time.

    Q: What entrance exams are accepted for admission to IIMB, and what does this indicate about the institute's global outlook?
    Q: How many students are currently enrolled at IIMB, and what does this suggest about the learning environment?
    Q: What is the faculty-to-student ratio at IIMB, and how might this impact the quality of education?
    Q: How large is the IIMB campus, and what advantages does this offer to students?

    IIM Bangalore Rankings / Accreditations

    NIRF Ranking

    124 colleges were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    Parametric Score Management
    TLR - Teaching,Learning ang Resources.
    RPC - Research and Professional Practice.
    GO - Graduational Outcomes.
    OI - Outreach and Inclusivity.
    PERCEPTION - Peer Perception.

    Overall Yearly Trend

    81.56
    89.16
    59.04
    98.86
    73.27
    100

    Key takeaways from IIM Bangalore's Ranking Statistics

    • IIM Bangalore ranks higher than 54 Private colleges which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    • IIM Bangalore ranks higher than 19 IIMs for the year 2025, which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    • IIM Bangalore rank remains consistent since last year.

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    Female Percentage

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    IIM Bangalore Placements

    A total of 664 offers were made to PGP and PGPBA students by 177 firms during the IIM Bangalore placements 2026. Check highlights below about the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore placements. IIM Bangalore Placements 2026: 596 students appeared for Lateral and Final Placements for the PGP and PGPBA Class of 2024-26. The Management Consulting sector is the top recruiting sector of IIMB placements 2026, accounting for 45% of total offers, followed by Technology/ Product Management, contributing 15% and Investment Banking with 11% of the of...

    Domain

    Management and Business Administration

    Level

    PG

    Year

    2 Years

    Statistics for Academic Year 2023-24

    ParticularsStatistics
    First year total students intake (2022-23)525
    Total students admitted (2022-23)525
    Total Graduated Students (2023-24)517
    Total Placed Students (2023-24)517
    Placement Percentage (2023-24)100%
    Median Salary (2023-24)32.50 L

    Placement yearly trends

    Placement Percentage
    Source Data NIRF 2025

    Key takeaways from IIM Bangalore's Placement Statistics

    • There has been no change in the placement percentage of IIM Bangalore
    • The Median salary of IIM Bangalore has decreased by 1.54 %
    • The Placement Percentage of IIM Bangalore is better than 1 college that is ranked higher
    • The Median salary of IIM Bangalore is better than 1 college that is ranked higher
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    Commonly Asked Questions

    On IIM Bangalore Placement
    Q: What were the key highlights of IIM Bangalore placements in 2025?
    A:

    The IIM Bangalore placements in 2025 saw impressive results. The largest batch of 595 students received a record 650+ offers. For PGP and PGPBA students, 660 offers were made, with 208 pre-placement offers accepted. The average package for PGP and PGPBA students stood at Rs 34.88 LPA, while EPGP students received an average package of Rs 35.5 LPA. All 602 students who appeared for placements were successfully placed.

    Q: How did the IIM Bangalore PGP and PGPBA placements in 2025 compare to the previous year?
    Q: What were the placement statistics for EPGP students at IIM Bangalore in 2025?
    Q: How did the summer placements at IIM Bangalore fare in 2024-26?
    Q: Who were the top recruiters at IIM Bangalore placements?

    Student Diversification at IIM Bangalore

    Demographic Representation
    Data Source: NIRF 2025

    Courses offered by IIM Bangalore

    IIM Bangalore Courses and Fees 2026Indian Institute of Management Bangalore courses are offered in the field of management. For admission to the IIM Bangalore MBA course, the institute accepts the CAT examination, while for PhD examination, the institute accepts GMAT/CAT/GRE/GATE/JRF(NET)/IIMB examination.Courses of IIM Bangalore include BBA, BSc Hons, PGP, PGPPM, PGPEM, EPGP, PGPBA and Ph.D.IIMB has launched a certificate programme on Personal Finance and Wealth Advisory.A bachelor's degree is required for PGP courses and a Master's degree for...

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    IIM Bangalore Scholarship

    Indian Institute of Management Bangalore provides financial support to the students by providing several scholarships to the students. As per IIM Bangalore scholarship policy, all the students who have an annual household income of less than Rs 6,00,000 can apply for scholarships and financial aid. In addition, students who encounter severe financial difficulties because of sudden unforeseen circumstances are also eligible to apply for Indian Institute of Management Bangalore scholarships and financial aid. 

    The approval of financials is a two-step process at IIM Bangalore. The first step involves giving scores to students based on their - annual gross household income, real estate assets, household savings, and other assets. The students are called for a personal interaction based on the score. The faculty evaluates the financial needs of students and the genuineness of details that student has provided in the application form.

    Also See: IIM Bangalore Admissions

    IIM Bangalore Scholarships 2025

     Based on the average of the score given after reviewing the application form and the score given during interaction, the applicants are provided 20 percent, 40 percent, 60 percent, 80 percent, or 100 percent financial aid.

    IIM Bangalore Scholarships, Eligibility Criteria, Amount and Tenure

    Scholarship Name

    Eligibility Criteria

    Scholarship Amount

    Tenure of Scholarship

    Aditya Birla Scholarship

    Merit Based

    Rs. 1,75,000  

    2 Years

    OPJEMS Scholarship

    Merit Based first ten toppers of 1st year

    Rs. 1,50,000

    1 Year 

    Citi Women’s Leader Award

    Top 25% of the batch of first year

    Second year tuition expenses

    1 Year

    Societe Generale Global Solution Centre India Scholarship

    Neediest applicants & interviews conducted by Societe Generale

    covers tuition expenses in full

    2 Years

    Siddhartha Padam Award

    Director’s Merit List and highest CGPA in the Accounting, Economics & Accounting core courses in the first year

    Rs. 50,000

    11

    IIMB PGP Alumni First Batch (1976) Scholarship

    Differently-abled woman student

    Rs. 75,000

    -

    Runwal Education Trust Scholarship

    Combination of academic performance in the first year and financial need of the student.

    Rs. 1,00,000

    1

    Hindustan Unilever

    Merit cum Means

    Rs. 1,00,000

    1

    Yes Bank

    Top 20 students as per admission criteria, who belong to the top 20% of the batch based on the current CGPA. The students should be members of at least one student committee.

    Rs. 2,00,000

    -

    NTPC Scholarship

    Students who belong to SC/ST/PwD categories & passed the first year in first attempt

    Rs. 48,000 per year

    2

    Employment in Social Sector Scholarship

    Should be employed in the social sector

    Reimbursement of one third of the fees for three years

    3

    Ministry of Tribal Affairs Scholarship

    Scheduled Tribe students of PGP first year

    Tuition expenses in full

    -

    Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Scholarship

    Scheduled Caste students from Meritorious SC students Post Graduate Programme first year

    Tuition expenses in full

    -

    Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Department of Persons with Disabilities

    Not less than 40% disability

    Rs. 2,55,000

    2

    The tenure and scholarship amount vary for each scholarship. Students who have excellent academic records can also apply for IIM Bangalore scholarships. 

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    Students Receiving Full Tuition Fee Reimbursement

    PG (2 years): 74/1109

    Data Source: NIRF 2025

    Commonly Asked Questions

    On IIM Bangalore Scholarship
    Q: What are the eligibility criteria for applying for scholarships at IIM Bangalore?
    A:

    As per IIM Bangalore's scholarship policy, students can apply for scholarships and financial aid if they meet any of the following criteria: 1. Annual household income less than Rs 6,00,000 2. Encountering severe financial difficulties due to sudden unforeseen circumstances 3. Excellent academic records Additionally, specific scholarships have their own eligibility criteria, such as merit-based requirements, belonging to certain categories (SC/ST/PwD), or being in the top percentile of the class.

    Q: How does IIM Bangalore evaluate scholarship applications?
    Q: What is the Aditya Birla Scholarship, and what does it offer?
    Q: Are there any scholarships specifically for women students at IIM Bangalore?
    Q: What scholarship options are available for students from scheduled castes and tribes?

    IIM Bangalore Admission

    Indian Institute of Management Bangalore admissions are provided to BBA, BSc Hons, PGP, PGPPM, PGPEM, EPGP, PGPBA and Ph.D.  programmes in the field of management. Students can check the highlights about IIM Bangalore admissions below. 

    • IIMB UG Admissions 2026: Shortlisted students will have to accept the offer by April 4, 2026. 
    • IIMB DBE Entrance Test, CUET GAT, and JEE Mains scores are considered for BBA admissions at IIMB
    • IIM Bangalore BSc Hons Admissions 2026 are through the IIMB UG Admission Test and a personal interview.
    • CAT 2025 scores are considered for IIM Bangalore MBA admissions 2026.
    • IIM Bangalore Selection Criteria 2026-28: CAT+AWT+PI for MBA; CAT/GMAT/GRE+ WAT+ PI for PGP programmes; GMAT/ GRE/ CAT/ GATE/ JRF(NET)/ IIMB Test for PhD programmes. 

    IIM Bangalore MBA admissions are based on the CAT examination, while admission to the IIMB Ph.D programme is based on GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE/JRF(NET)/IIMB Test scores. IIM Bangalore admission to the BBA programme is based on the IIM DBE Entrance Exam. Candidates who meet the IIM Bangalore admission criteria are shortlisted for the Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI). 

    Also See: IIM Bangalore Placements

    How Can I Get Admission in IIM Bangalore?

    MBA admissions to IIM Bangalore are based on CAT scores, followed by AWT and the Personal Interview process. CAT/GMAT/GRE scores are accepted for IIM Bangalore shortlisting for PGP programmes. The table given below shows the entrance examinations accepted for IIM Bangalore admission 2025.

    IIM Bangalore Eligibility & Selection Criteria

    CourseEligibility CriteriaSelection Criteria

    BBA

    Class 12th or equivalent

    IIMB DBE Entrance Test, CUET GAT, and JEE Main

    BSc Hons

    Class 12th with at least 60% marks

    IIMB UG Admission Test and a personal interview

    PGP

    Bachelor’s Degree

    CAT+WAT+PI

    PGPPM

    Bachelor’s Degree, Minimum 5 Years of work experience after graduation

    CAT/GMAT/GRE/IIMB Test +Interview

    PGPEM

    Bachelor’s Degree, Minimum 4 Years of work experience after graduation

    CAT/ GMAT/GRE or IIMB Test 

    EPGP

    Bachelor’s Degree, Minimum 5 Years of work experience after graduation

    Academic records, GMAT/GRE scores, quality of work experience, Written Ability Test and Interview

    PGPBA

    Bachelor’s Degree

    CAT+WAT+PI

    PhD

    Master's Degree

    GMAT/ GRE/ CAT/ GATE/ (UGC-CSIR) NET/IIMB Test, past academic performance, work experience, area-specific test and/or technical interview performance

    IIM Bangalore Admission Dates 2026

    Students willing to take the IIMB admissions must know the upcoming dates. Check the details of the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore admission dates 2026 below. 

    IIMB UG Admission Dates 2026

    EventDates
    Final result/Release of OfferMarch 15 to 21, 2026

    Last date to accept the offer

    April 4, 2026

    Release of the wait list

    April 15, 2026

    How Can I Apply for IIM Bangalore Admission?

    Students must apply for the CAT for admission to MBA programmes. For PhD admissions, fill in the IIM Bangalore application form from the official website. The IIM Bangalore application process varies for PGP and Ph.D programmes.

    IIM Bangalore Registrations 2026

    Courses

    IIM Bangalore Application Process

    BBA
    1. Students must fill out the IIMB application form from the official website.
    2.  IIM Bangalore application fees. 
    3. Pay the application fees and submit the form.

    MBA

    1. Select the IIM Bangalore programme you wish to apply for while registering for the CAT examination, and select the interview city preference.

    2. Pay the CAT application fees of Rs 2,600 for general category students and Rs 1,300 for SC/ST/PWD students.
    3. Candidates will be shortlisted for further admission process on the basis of CAT scores and scholastic achievement.

    EPGP/PGPEM

    1. Candidates must appear for GMAT/GRE examination.

    2. Apply for the EPGP programme through the application form released on the official website of IIM Bangalore.

    3. Pay the application fees and submit the application form.

    Ph.D

    1. Candidates must appear for GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE/UGC-CSIR NET/IIMB Test.

    2. Candidates wishing to appear for IIMB Test need to pay a test fee of Rs 1,200.

    3. Candidates must apply through the application form released on the official website of IIM Bangalore.

    4. The application fees for specialisation in one area are Rs 1,000, while for two areas are Rs 1,500.

    Also See: IIM Bangalore Courses

    IIM Bangalore Admissions 2026 for UG Courses

    Indian Institute of Management Bangalore offers admissions to BBA, BSc Economics Hons and BSc Data Science Hons at the undergradaute level. IIM Bangalore UG admissions are entrance-based. Students can check the IIM Bangalore admission criteria below. 

    IIM Bangalore Eligibility Criteria for UG Courses

    CourseEligibility Criteria
    BBAClass 12th or equivalent
    BSc HonsClass 12th with at least 60% marks

    IIM Bangalore BBA Admissions 2026

    BBA offered by the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore is an online, Innovative, market-aligned three-year degree programme. IIM Bangalore admission process for the BBA (DBE) programme is made entirely on the basis of candidates’ performance in the IIMB DBE Entrance Test, CUET GAT, and JEE Mains.

    IIM Bangalore BBA Admission Process

    • Students must meet the IIM Bangalore BBA eligibility criteria. 
    • Candidates with  50% or more (IIMB Test), 70th percentile or more (CUET GAT), and 50th percentile or more (JEE) are offered admission under the general merit category.
    • For NC-OBC and EWS categories, candidates who scored 45% (IIMB Test) or more, 65th percentile or more (CUET GAT), and 45% percentile or more (JEE), and candidates from the SC, ST, and PWD (DA) categories who scored 40% or more (IIMB Test), 60th percentile or more (CUET GAT), and 40% percentile or more (JEE) were offered admission.

    IIM Bangalore BSc Hons Admissions 2026

    Indian Institute of Management Bangalore offers BSc Economics Hons and BSc Data Science Hons as a four-year full-time residential programme. Check below the step-wise IIM Bangalore selection process. 

    IIM Bangalore BSc Hons Admission Process

    • Meet the IIM Bangalore BSc Hons eligibility criteria. 
    • Students must qualify for the IIMB UG admission test and a personal interview conducted by IIMB.
    • Selected students must pay IIM Bangalore fees and get their documents verified. 

    IIM Bangalore MBA Admissions 2026

    IIM Bangalore admission to its PG programme is done in the course of an MBA of 2-year duration. IIM Bangalore MBA admissions also offers a variety of specialisations students can select from. The table given below shows the IIM Bangalore admissions criteria for admission to MBA programme.

    IIM Bangalore MBA Eligibility Criteria

    CourseEligibility Criteria

    PGP/ MBA

    Bachelor’s Degree

    PGPPM

    Bachelor’s Degree +5 Years of work experience after graduation

    PGPEM

    Bachelor’s Degree +4 Years of work experience after graduation

    EPGP

    Bachelor’s Degree +5 Years of work experience after graduation

    PGPBA

    Bachelor’s Degree

    IIM Bangalore MBA Admission Process 

    • Students have to appear and qualify for the CAT.

    • IIM Bangalore will declare the CAT cutoff percentage.

    • Students who meet the cutoff declared by the institute can apply for IIM Bangalore admissions.

    • Further, students have to appear for a Written Ability Test (WAT) and a Personal Interview (PI). 

    • Candidates will be shortlisted for IIM Bangalore admissions based on the student's performance in the Scholastic Achievement, Work Experience, and performance in the WAT and PI.

    • Complete the admission process by submitting documents and paying the IIM Bangalore admission fees.

    IIM Bangalore Admission Process for PGPEM/ PGPPM

    • Meet the IIM Bangalore eligibility criteria for PGPEM and PGPPM programmes. 
    • Then students must have valid scores in CAT/GMAT/GRE/IIMB Test.
    • Shortlisted students will then be called for an interview process conducted by IIMB.
    • Finally, students are selected based on performance in the entrance exam and interview. 

    IIM Bangalore EPGP Admission Process

    • Students must meet the IIM Bangalore EMBA eligibility criteria.
    • Have valid scores in GMAT/GRE.
    • Appear for the Written Ability Test and Interview conducted by the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore.
    • IIM Bangalore selection criteria for EPGP courses are through academic records, GMAT/GRE scores, quality of work experience, Written Ability Test and Interview.

    Also See: IIM Bangalore Cutoff

    IIM Bangalore PhD Admissions 2026

    IIM Bangalore offers Ph.D courses at the doctoral level. The duration of the course is 5 years. The streams in which IIM Bangalore Ph.D admissions are offered are Decision Sciences, Economics and Social Sciences, Entrepreneurship, Finance & Accounting, Information Systems, Marketing, Organisational Behaviour & Human Resource Management, Production and Operations Management, Public Policy and Strategy.

    IIM Bangalore PhD Eligibility Criteria

    Courses

    Eligibility Criteria

    Ph.D

    Master's degree with at least 55% marks + GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE/JRF(NET)/IIMB Test.

    IIM Bangalore PhD Admission Process 

    • Candidates must qualify the GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE/JRF(NET)/IIMB Test to be eligible for IIITB Ph.D admissions.

    • Eligible candidates can apply for IIM Bangalore admissions on the official website of the institute.

    • Candidates have to appear and qualify for the area-specific test and personal interview based on their entrance score. 

    • Students will be selected on the basis of their performance in school/graduation, academic performance, work experience, area-specific test and ultimately their personal interview performance conducted by the Institute. 

    • Candidates selected need to deposit course fees and submit the documents to confirm their IIM Bangalore admission. 

    Also See: IIM Bangalore Facilities

    Documents Required for IIM Bangalore Admissions

    • 10th and 12th marksheets.

    • Entrance exam scorecard (CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF(NET)).

    • Birth certificate.

    • ID proof.

    • Statement of Purpose.

    • Work Experience Letters/Payslips(If applicable)

    • Passport-sized photographs.

    • Migration/Transfer certificate.

    Note: The candidates should carry scanned and original copies of all the above-mentioned documents as applicable to the candidate's profile. Also, students can use the above college predictor to know their chances of getting admitted to their dream college.

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    Commonly Asked Questions

    On IIM Bangalore Admission
    Q: What programs does IIM Bangalore offer admissions for?
    A:

    IIM Bangalore offers admissions for MBA, PGP (Post Graduate Programme), and Ph.D programs in the field of management. The institute also provides admission to a BBA program based on the IIM DBE Entrance Exam.

    Q: Which entrance exams are accepted for IIM Bangalore MBA admissions?
    Q: How can I apply for the Ph.D program at IIM Bangalore?
    Q: What is the eligibility criteria for IIM Bangalore's MBA program?
    Q: What documents are required for IIM Bangalore admissions?

    IIM Bangalore Facilities

    Indian Institute of Management Bangalore provides several infrastructural facilities that help in the overall development of the students. The residential campus of the college comprises 10 well-furnished hostel blocks. There’s a well-stocked library on campus, where students can access online study materials also. IIM Bangalore campus facilities list also includes a gym, cafeteria, modern auditorium, air-conditioned classrooms and many more.IIM Bangalore has a fully equipped music room to help the budding musicians showcase their musical skill...
    Boys Hostel
    Library
    I.T Infrastructure
    Sports
    Cafeteria
    Auditorium
    Alumni Associations
    Wifi
    Parking Facility
    Girls Hostel
    Guest Room/Waiting Room
    Medical/Hospital
    Gym
    Banks/ATMs
    Classrooms

    Commonly Asked Questions

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    Q: How many hostel blocks does IIM Bangalore's residential campus have?
    A:

    The residential campus of IIM Bangalore comprises 10 well-furnished hostel blocks, providing comfortable accommodation for students during their academic journey.

    Q: What library facilities are available at IIM Bangalore?
    Q: What recreational facilities does IIM Bangalore offer to students?
    Q: Are the classrooms at IIM Bangalore equipped with modern amenities?
    Q: What technology infrastructure is available for students at IIM Bangalore?

    Student Reviews for IIM Bangalore

    College Infrastructure: 4.7/5
    Academics: 4.5/5
    Placements: 4.4/5
    Value for Money: 3.7/5
    Campus Life: 4.4/5

    I love how well the course is structured

    College Infrastructure

    Great infrastructure as far as i got to know i have not visited the college yet due to my online degree so i cant say anything but got to know the college infra is well maintained and pretty and hold

    Its really worth the hype.

    College Infrastructure

    Campus is so big and modern infrastructure is there . It literally feels like i am living my dream . Everything here is just so perfect and fine and is worth all the hardwork i did in the past few years to get in there.

    Beautiful but with struggles

    College Infrastructure

    It was a good experience overall but ya can be missing something like enough parking space and ofcurse the distance from city centre the campus structure and the overall building is quite satisfactory

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    Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) is one of the best B-schools in India. IIM Bombay is an Institute of National Importance and it is a Government institute. The course of MBA & MBA Business Analytics course is offered on the basis of CAT , GMAT . Both the courses

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    Indian Institute of Management, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru - 560076, India

    IIM Bangalore Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: How do I prepare myself for joining IIM Bangalore?

    The first step to joining the MBA programme at IIM Bangalore is to appear for the CAT and obtain a valid score. So you must put in maximum effort to score well in your CAT exam. This will help you meet the CAT cut-off percentage of IIMB. Provided you qualify, you will be shortlisted for the WAT and PI. You have to appear for the WAT and PI rounds and if you are successful, you will get an admission letter to join the MBA at IIMB. Each step requires committed preparation from your end if you want to join the MBA at IIMB.

    2: Is it necessary to appear for a WAT and PI for IIM Bangalore admission to the MBA course?

    Yes, students have to appear for a Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) for admission to the MBA courses at Indian Institute of Management Bangalore. 

    3: Are there any clubs and committees at the IIM Bangalore?

    Some of the student-oriented clubs and committees of Indian Institute of Management Bangalore are the Marketing Shrine, Networth, IQ Club, Dwani Club, Dramatics Club and many more.

    4: Which factors are taken into consideration for selecting candidates for admission at IIM Bangalore?

    Indian Institute of Management Bangalore considers candidates' past academic record, entrance score, work experience, and performance in WAT & PI for admission to courses offered by it. 

    5: How is the MBA 1 Year course different from the MBA programme at IIMB?

    The MBA 1 Year course is a one-year programme developed for professionals with a work experience of between 5-12 years while the MBA is a two-year full-time programme for freshers as well as students with 1-2 years of experience as well.

    6: What is the campus size of IIM Bangalore?

    Indian Institute of Management Bangalore campus is spread over 100 acres of land. Indian Institute of Management Bangalore is located at Bannerghatta Rd, opposite Apollo Hospitals, Sundar Ram Shetty Nagar, Bilekahalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka. 

    7: When was the IIM Bangalore established?

    Indian Institute of Management Bangalore was established in the year 1973. IIM Bangalore has been internationally accredited by the EFMD Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) since 2010. 

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