The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) is a premier institute in India to pursue international business program. It was established by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry in the year 1963. Academic success has been the hallmark of IIFT since it was accorded "Deemed to be University" status in 2002 and was given an A+ accreditation by NAAC in 2023. Its rigorous two-year, six-trimester MBA (International Business) program is aimed at equipping the graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to be able to cross-border business operations, international trade, and global markets effectively and efficiently. IIFT operates across four campuses i.e New Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, and GIFT City, offering students multiple opportunities and exposure to diverse business ecosystems in India.
IIFT Admissions Open 2026-2028
IIFT MBA (IB) Program Structure
MBA (IB) curriculum is a well-planned program that aims at developing the student's abilities. It has core and elective courses, a foreign language segment, and some onsite activities such as an internship, visits to the port, and research projects.
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Trimester |
Courses & Credits |
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I |
MIS, Fundamentals of Management, Managerial Communication, Accounting, Psychology for Managers, Economics, Marketing Management, Business Statistics (21 credits) |
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II |
International Trade Operations, Business Research, Corporate Finance, International Economics & Marketing, Organizational Behavior, Foreign Language (21 credits) |
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III |
HR Management, Strategic Management, IT in Management, Operations Research, Int’l Financial Management, Economic Environment, Operations Management, Comprehensive Viva, Social Awareness Program + 3 Electives (27 credits) |
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IV |
International Trade Logistics, Int’l Business Strategy, Supply Chain Management, Port Visit, Summer Internship Project + 6 Electives (25 credits) |
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V |
Corporate Ethics & Governance, Comprehensive Viva + 6 Electives (17 credits) |
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VI |
Research Project + 3 Electives (9 credits) |
Admission Calendar 2026
These are the most important dates for the MBA (IB) 2026–2028 class:
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Event |
Date |
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Last Date to Register |
28-Nov-2025 (23:59 hrs) |
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Last Date for Payment |
28-Nov-2025 (23:59 hrs) |
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CAT Exam |
30-Nov-2025 |
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Shortlist for GD/PI |
Last week of Jan 2026 |
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GD & PI |
From Mar 2026 onwards |
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Final Result |
Last week of Apr 2026 |
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Programme Commencement |
June 2026 |
MBA(IB) Detailed Admission Process
Step 1: Check Eligibility
Aspirants must meet the academic and test-score requirements before applying.
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Requirement |
Details |
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Education |
Bachelor’s degree (minimum 50 percent) from a recognized university |
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Entrance Exams Accepted |
CAT 2025 |
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Additional Criteria |
Final-year students may apply |
Step 2: Submit Online Application
Complete your application on the official website and be sure to include all necessary documentation. The documents needed include:
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Photo and signature
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Marksheet copies
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Entrance exam scorecard
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ID proof
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Category certificate (if applicable)
Step 3: Shortlisting for Further Evaluation
IIFT comprises different steps of the process by which candidates are selected for the next stage. The selection procedure is based on the entrance exam percentiles, the marks obtained in Classes 10 and 12, the grading of the bachelor's degree, and the relevant experience of the candidate. These criteria, to begin with, have been used to sift out good-rounded candidates for the next round.
Step 4: GD/PI/WAT Rounds
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Component |
Evaluation Focus |
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Group Discussion |
Teamwork, clarity of thought, leadership |
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Personal Interview |
Fit for MBA(IB), goals, confidence |
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Written Ability Test |
Logical thinking, writing clarity |
Step 5: Final Merit List
To provide a fair assessment of every applicant, all important evaluation components are combined to create the final merit list at IIFT. In order to select a limited number of qualified candidates for the MBA (IB) program, the first thing that comes into consideration is a number of various factors. The scores in the entrance exam, the performance in GD/PI/WAT, the educational background, the work experience, and the diversity issues are majorly the factors that have been considered.
Step 6: Admission Offer & Fee Payment
Once selected, candidates get a formal admission offer from IIFT and are required to complete some formalities to confirm their place. To move forward with the orientation formalities, they have to agree to the offer, make the payment for the entry, and submit any required documents. This is the last stage of the admissions procedure.
Don’t Wait! Secure Your Future in International Business
The IIFT MBA (IB) program, offered at the campuses in New Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, and GIFT City, is your gateway to a worldwide career in international trade and business. Proceed with the online application procedure, get ready for CAT, GD, and PI, and enter the future as a competent, socially responsible, and globally equipped business leader.
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