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IBS Ahmedabad: Courses, Fees, Admission 2025, Placements, Cutoff

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IBSAT 2025 Applications are LIVE. Apply

IBS Ahmedabad admissions 2025 are open. Interested students can visit the official website to apply for their desired course. A few more updates are as follows:

The CAT 2025 exam for admission to MBA/PGDM courses is scheduled to be conducted on Nov 30, 2025.
The NMAT 2025 registration is ongoing for admission to MBA/PGDM courses for the academic session 2026-28. The registration closing date has been extended to Oct 18, 2025, and the exam window will be open from Nov 5 to Dec 19, 2025.
The IBSAT 2025 applications are open for admission to MBA/PGPM courses, and the last date to apply is 3rd week of Dec 2025. Furthermore, the IBSAT 2025 test will be held on Dec 27 and Dec 28, 2025.

IBS Ahmedabad Highlights 2025

Located in Ahmedabad, IBS Business School is a private institute. The institute has eight sister institutes such as IBS Gurgaon, IBS Dehradun, IBS Hyderabad, IBS Jaipur, IBS Mumbai, IBS Bangalore, IBS Pune, and IBS Kolkata. The institute offers PGPM programme to students. It also offers financial assistance to meritorious students. The overall placement percentage recorded during IBS Ahmedabad placement 2025 for the PGPM program was 95%. The highest domestic package offered to PGPM students this year was INR 10.34 LPA. PGPM students received average package of INR 7.81 LPA during the placement drive 2025. Candidates can check the highlights of IBS Business School, Ahmedabad in the following table:

Particulars	Statistics
Year of establishment	1995
Ownership type	Private
Recognised by	AICTE
Flagship programme	PGPM
Scholarships offered	Merit and mean-based
Official website	ibsindia.org/ibs-ahmedabad/
Shiksha Reviews (Overall)	4.1/ 5

Check out more on ICFAI Business School (IBS), Ahmedabadl Highlights in the below video:

Commonly asked questions
On Highlights

Q: Is it worth Joining IBS, Ahmedabad?

Yes, it is worth joining IBS-Ahmedabad, because two years at the campus would be a unique learning experience, the innovative programme design and interactive academic delivery by experienced faculty will enable to expand horizons. The case method of teaching, 14 weeks Summer Internship and industry based electives will equip you with managerial skills to be employable in changing business scenario.

Q: Can I get direct admission to MBA at IBS Ahmedabad?

Direct admission to the MBA programme at IBS Ahmedabad typically depends on various factors such as your academic qualifications, work experience, entrance exam scores (such as CAT, MAT, XAT, etc.), and the admission policies of IBS Ahmedabad for the current academic year. Generally, top-tier B-schools like IBS Ahmedabad prefer candidates with a strong academic background, a competitive entrance exam score, and relevant work experience. It's advisable to check the official website of IBS Ahmedabad or contact their admissions office for specific information regarding direct admission criteria and requirements for the MBA program.

Q: Is IBS and ICFAI the same thing?

IBS is a constituent of ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE), a deemed to be University graded A+ by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in 2022. Established in 1995, IBS Business School, Ahmedabad also known as IBSA is it based in Gujarat. IBS Ahmedabad has eight sister institutes, namely IBS Dehradun, IBS Jaipur, IBS Gurgaon, IBS1 Hyderabad, IBS1 Mumbai, IBS Bangalore, IBS Pune, and IBS Kolkata.

IBS Ahmedabad Popular Programmes 2025

ICFAI Business School, Ahmedabad offers a PGPM course. In addition to the core and specialised courses, IBS also offers Summer Internship Program (SIP) which forms an important component of education at IBS. IBSAT is a qualifying test for getting selected in the selection process; shortlisted candidates are then required to appear for Group Discussion and Personal Interviews.

The institute takes into account the score in the past academic record, entrance exam score, as well GD and PI performance for final selection. Students can check the popular programmes offered at IBS, Ahmedabad in the table provided below:

Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM)

4.12 years

Seats Offered

– / –

Exams Accepted

Median Salary

– / –

Total Tuition Fees

₹8.29 L

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Ph.D. in Management

3 years

Seats Offered

– / –

Exams Accepted

– / –

Median Salary

– / –

Total Tuition Fees

– / –

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Q: Which is the top course of ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad?

Based on the programme strengths highlighted on NTPC School of Business's website and educational ranking portals, the top course offered at the institute is:

MBA in Power Management

Some key reasons why the MBA in Power Management seems to be their flagship course:

1. Uniquely Specialized: The programme is specially designed for the power and energy sector. This gives graduates an edge in relevant job roles.

2. Industry-Oriented Curriculum: The course is crafted in collaboration with IIM-Calcutta with subjects like power trading, renewable energy management, energy laws etc. directly applicable for the sector.

3. Strong Placements: As per reports, graduates get placed majorly in power, oil and gas companies at leadership posts indicating good ROI.

4. Faculty Pedigree: Faculty is highly qualified with past experience in the power industry to provide the right guidance.

5. Live Projects: Program has live case study projects for practical orientation.

While NTPC SOB also has other courses like Project Management, Business Analytics, Finance - their tailored MBA programme for the power management sector seems to be their most popular course making it officially their flagship offering.

Q: Is ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad good for MBA?

Yes, ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad (IBS Ahmedabad) is a good school for MBA. It is ranked among the top business schools in India by various organizations, including NIRF, Business Standard, and Silicon India. However, the fees is too high when compared to other colleges. So, If you are looking for a good MBA programme in India, ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad is a good option to consider.

Q: What are the courses offered at ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad?

ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad offers a postgraduate diploma course in management, which is equivalent to an MBA. The course is called Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM) and is of two years duration. The selection of candidates is based on their performance in the entrance exam, which can be IBSAT, CAT, NMAT, or GMAT. The institute also offers a Summer Internship Program (SIP), which is an important component of education at IBS.

IBS Ahmedabad Admission Process and Important Dates 2025

IBS Ahmedabad admission is completely based on IBSAT, an online aptitude test. Interested candidates need to appear for ICFAI Business School Aptitude Test (IBSAT) exam 2024. Apart from IBSAT, IBS Ahmedabad also accepts CAT/ GMAT/ NMAT scores. Candidates with GMAT, NMAT by GMAC or CAT scores are exempted from IBSAT. Check the IBS Ahmedabad admission dates in the table provided below:

MBA/PGDM Admissions 2026

1 Course2 years

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: NMAT, XAT, IBSAT, CAT

Important dates

Dates	Events
1 Aug '25 - 18 Oct '25	NMAT 2025 Registration WindowOngoing
5 Nov '25 - 30 Nov '25	CAT 2025 admit card download
30 Nov '25	CAT 2025 exam

Commonly asked questions
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Q: Does IBS Ahmedabad accept CAT score?

Yes, IBS Ahmedabad accepts CAT score. Candidates aspiring to take admission at ICFAI Business School (IBS), Ahmedabad must meet the eligibility requirements laid down by IBS and should have the relevant documents to complete the admission process. Given below are the eligibility and selection process for course offered at IBS Ahmedabad.

Course

Eligibility

Selection Process

CAT/

UG degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate

IBSAT/CAT/GMAT/NMAT by GMAC/XAT + GD & PI

Q: How can I get MBA seat in IBS Ahmedabad?

IBS Ahmedabad accepts admission for the Postgraduate Programme in Management (PGPM) equivalent to MBA through IBS Aptitude Test (IBSAT). Candidates willing to take admission to the PGPM course at IBS Ahmedabad must appear for the IBSAT 2023. Apart from IBSAT exam, IBS Ahmedabad also accepts score of GMAT/ CAT/ NMAT.

Candidates based on their score in any one of the aforesaid exam will be shortlisted for the Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds and those who qualify both rounds will be selected for final seat allotment after document verification and fee payment.

Q: Is admission open for IBS Ahmedabad?

Yes, ICFAI Business School (IBS), Ahmedabad admissions has begun. Candidates willing to take admission in courses offered at IBS Ahmedabad must appear for the IBS Aptitude Test (IBSAT). The application process for IBSAT 2023 will continue till last week of December, 2023.

Candidates will be shortlisted for further admission rounds based on their score in IBSAT 2023 at IBS Ahmedabad.

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IBS Ahmedabad
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Companies like ICICI Lombard, ICICI Prudential, Capital First, HDFC Bank, Jaro Education, Amul, Bajaj Finance, Cogoport, Piramal, etc., visit the campus for placements.

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The college offers many placement opportunities for marketing students, but the placements offered for finance students are very low.

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Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM) - Batch of 2020

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This college makes ordinary students to extraordinary corporates.

Placements: The institute provides very good placements. All average and below average students at least get placed. All students get salary packages according to their capacity and intelligence. The college has great market value in some good Indian companies. The college also provides international placements. Mainly bank firms like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, etc., are mass recruiters.

Infrastructure: The college has an old campus which was at Science city, between the city facing the main road. Hence it was congested, small, little noisy, and without ground. Now the campus is at Adalaj as college reputation and the number of students increased. Hence the current campus is very good. It's very spacious. There is a good parking space. It includes all basic facilities like Wi-Fi, washrooms, classrooms, auditorium, etc.

Faculty: Faculty members in the college are highly supportive and easily accessible. Any student can meet dean very easily. Faculty members have corporate knowledge as all come after working in the respective corporate field. Many visiting faculty members are invited who are currently an employee of good companies like CNBC, GIFT City, etc. PGPM syllabus has 4 semesters along with 3 months internship in between semester 3 and semester 4. It provides great practical knowledge. The grading system is relative grading, not absolute grading. Hence students can compare themselves and understand what to improve.

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Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM) - Batch of 2020

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It is a place to learn, enjoy, explore, and develop.

Placements: Placements in our college are really fantastic. Some good bank firms and financial institutions visit the campus for recruitment. FMCG companies are very low. Some companies of FMCG visited the campus and hired students of our senior batch. Every student gets a salary package according to their capabilities and knowledge.

Infrastructure: Initially, the campus was at Science city, which was a small campus with little space. That campus didn't have a playground, etc. Now, the campus is at Adalaj, which is very good and spacious. The new campus has amphitheatre for various cultural events. The new campus has proper parking facility. There is a playground for conducting sports events.

Faculty: As the campus is shifted and the number of students increased, many faculty members are being recruited. All faculty members here come after working in the corporate field. Most of them are involved in research work and paper presentation. Campus dean himself is an alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad. The course structure includes four semesters, 20 months, and an internship between the 3rd semester and 4th semester.

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Our college provides full growth for students.

Placements: Currently, I am doing an internship, but according to our seniors, there are more than 98% placements. For internships, many good companies like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Big Basket and Amul visit our college. Mainly financial firms and banks visit here for recruitment.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our college is specious, and our college utilised space very well. There are all facilities like parking, Wi-Fi, a playground so that students can show their talent for sports. There are an auditorium for intellectual events and an amphitheatre for cultural events.

Faculty: Faculty members in our college are very supportive and help students for curricular activities besides academics. On the day first students are instructed for placements and how to crack aptitude and to get placed in companies for a good position. There are four semesters for 20 months, and 3 months internship is arranged between 2nd and 3rd semesters, which provides practical training.

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A place which makes ordinary students to extraordinary corporates.

Placements: Institute tries to give 100% placement. Institute provides choice to each student for their choice and in which field they want to work including banking, finance, FMCG. College is visited by many good companies like HDFC bank, Amul, ICICI bank etc. All over placement is good.

Infrastructure: College has good infrastructure including library, auditorium, classrooms, proper hygienic washrooms. College is in good location far from crowd and noise. College has very good facility of parking for two wheelers and four wheelers. College has enough big sports ground for sports activity.

Faculty: Faculty members are highly learned and all have come after working in corporate. Most of faculty members did research in their respective fields. Course has 20 months and included four semesters. One mid sem. is between semester. Grading system is comparative grading not absolute grading.

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College doesn't give admission to brilliant people but definitely makes average people brilliant.

Placements: All other colleges provide placements to some extraordinary students while IBS provide placements to all students at least. The college has its own placement department. The average salary package can be scaled to 5 LPA, which is a good package. Mainly banks and financial institutions visit here for placements. Some very good companies like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Bandhan Bank, Zydus, visit here for placement purpose.

Infrastructure: The campus was old. It is a little congested and with no space for parking and playground which was at Science city. The new campus is at Adalaj, and it is very spacious. It has a huge infrastructure. It has all the facilities like parking, playground, Wi-Fi, and a huge library. It also has an amphitheatre to conduct various cultural events.

Faculty: All faculty members have practical knowledge of corporate. Visiting faculty members who are already successful in their field and employees of various reputed firms like GIFT City, CNBC, visit to teach. Course duration is 20 months, divided into four semesters and an internship. All books and materials are provided by the institute. Hence, students are not supposed to run anywhere for the material.

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A place which must be visited and enjoyed.

Placements: Institute always tries to give 100% placement. After completion of course still Institute tries hard to settle down all unplaced students. 95% students get placed before last semester exams. Some students also get placed in starting of 3rd semester. Maximum package of college is 6.5 LPA which is quite good. Some students also get international placements in Dubai.

Infrastructure: Currently Campus has been shifted to Adalaj, which campus is quite good. This campus gives facilities of playground, one centralized library, conference room, specious auditorium. College is fully Air Conditioned. One amphitheatre is also there so many events can be conducted over there. Many cultural events are done there.

Faculty: All faculty members worked in corporate world. Many faculty members have published many research paper. Campus Dean himself is IIM Ahmedabad Alumni. Faculty members also help students in various academic activities besides many extra curricular activities are conducted in guidance of faculty members.

Other: Many various activities like cultural festivals, sports events are also conducted in institute. College doesn't have its own hostel but staff members generally arrange accommodation facility for students.

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IBS Ahmedabad Cutoff 2024

IBSAT 2024 registrations are open and the last date to apply is the third week of Dec 2024. Further, the IBSAT 2024 exam will be scheduled on Dec 28 and Dec 29, 2024. Students can check the IBS Ahmedabad cutoff 2024 in the table provided below:

MBA/PGDM CAT Cut Off 2024: Year-Wise percentile Accordion Icon V3

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Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM) - IBS Ahmedabad : CAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)

Section	2022	2023	2024
Overall	70	70	70
Quants	40	40	40
VA-RC	40	40	40
DI-LR	40	40	40

Commonly asked questions
On Cutoffs

Q: Is it mandatory to meet the sectional cutoff in IBSAT or CAT for admission to IBS Ahmedabad?

Candidates seeking admission to the Postgraduate Programme in Management at IBS Ahmedabad must meet the overall and section wise cut-off rank specified by IBS Ahmedabad. The overall cut-off percentile and section wise cut-off percentile obtained in the CAT exam for admission to the PGPM at IBS Ahmedabad is 70 and 40, respectively.

Candidates based on their score/ percentile in IBSAT/ CAT/ GMAT/ NMAT exam will be selected for the Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds.

Q: How are ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad 2023 cut off marks determined?

There are several factors which determined the cutoff of IBSAT 2023. Some of them are :-

Difficulty level of examination:- If the exam is difficult then cuttoff become low
Performance of candidate:-If most of the candidate doing well in exam. Then cut off drastically increases.
No. Of candidates:- More will be the candidate. It become more difficult to qualify the exam

Q: Where can a candidate find NTPC School of Business cut off?

Candidates can find the NTPC School of Business cut off on the official website of the college.The cut-off for shortlisting candidates for Personal Assessment is decided by NSB. The overall cutoff for CAT is 60 percentile. The candidates who have applied to NSB college should be eligible for the cutoff given on the website.After that, the applicant's profile and the distribution of CAT/XAT/GMAT scores also matter.

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IBS Ahmedabad Placements 2024

IBS Ahmedabad PGPM Placement Statistics 2025

Placement Rate: 95%
Average Package: INR 7.81 LPA
Highest Domestic Package: INR 10.34 LPA
Top Recruiters: Companies such as ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank and Asian Paints have visited the campus in recent past.

Top Recruiters

Wipro

Zomato

Oracle

Aditya Birla Group

Cavinkare

FinEdge Advisory

pwc

Vedanta

Jaro Education

HFFC

TATA Consultancy Services

Amul

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Commonly asked questions
On Placements

Q: What is the average placement in IBS Ahmedabad? Is it worth to take admission in this college?

Yes, IBS Ahmedabad is one of the leading Management institutes in India. Further, the placement rate recorded during IBS Ahmedabad PGPM placements 2023 was 98%. Other than this, the average package offered during IBS Ahmedabad PGPM placements 2023 stood at INR 7.30 LPA. Moreover, a fluctuating trend was witnessed in the average package offered over the past three years during IBS Ahmedabad PGPM placements, which is presented below:

The average salary trends witnessed during IBS Ahmedabad PGPM placements over the past three years are presented below:

Particulars	PGPM Placement Statistics (2021)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2022)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2023)
Overall average package	INR 6.61 LPA	INR 8.10 LPA	INR 7.30 LPA
Top 10% average package	INR 12.02 LPA	INR 19.66 LPA	INR 9.23 LPA
Top 25% average package	INR 9.02 LPA	INR 13.24 LPA	INR 8.69 LPA

Note: Placement data 2022 and 2021 are sourced from older reports that were updated till March 31, 2022 and Feb 15, 2021, respectively.

Q: How was placement at ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad?

The placement rate recorded during IBS Ahmedabad PGPM placements 2023 was 98%.
A total of 23 students were placed out of 25 students.
The average salary offered to students during the recent placements was around INR 7.32 LPA.
The highest salary offered during the recent placements stood at INR 13.00 LPA for international placements and INR 8.29 LPA for national placements.

Q: What is the highest package for MBA students at IBS Ahmedabad?

The highest package for MBA students at IBS Ahmedabad varies from year to year depending on several factors such as industry trends, economic conditions, and individual student achievements. However, historically, the highest packages at IBS Ahmedabad have been in the range of INR 10-15 Lacs per annum. This range can further vary based on the specialisation chosen by the student, their academic performance, relevant work experience, and the demand for skills in the job market at the time of placement.

IBS Ahmedabad Scholarships 2025

IBS Ahmedabad offers several scholarships to students as financial assistance. ICFAI Business School (IBS) offers IBSAT-2025 scholarships, for top performers in the IBSAT test, which is scheduled to be held in the third week of December 2024. These scholarships are open to candidates applying for the MBA/ PGPM programme. These scholarships aim to offer financial assistance to deserving candidates.

Scholarships worth INR 10 crore

IBS offers merit-based scholarships for top performers in IBSAT 2025 (to be held on December 27-28, 2025).

Eligibility Categories

Top rankers in IBSAT 2025
Wards of IBS alumni
Physically challenged candidates
Wards of defence personnel (serving/retired from Army, Navy, Air Force, Paramilitary Forces)

500 scholarships of INR 2 lakh each are planned for the Class of 2028. The amount will be adjusted INR 1 lakh each - against the first and second term program fee instalments.

Check the IBS Ahmedabad scholarship criteria in the following table:

Scholarships from IBSAT 2025 Test	Eligibility Criteria
For Toppers in IBSAT	Candidates who secure top ranks in IBSAT
For Wards of IBS Alumni	Children of IBS alumni applying for the MBA/PGPM programme
For Physically Challenged Candidates	Candidates with physical disabilities applying for MBA/PGPM programme
Wards of Defence Personnel (In-service/retired) from Army, Airforce, Navy, and Paramilitary Forces	Children of in-service or retired defence personnel from these forces applying for MBA/ PGPM program

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Commonly asked questions
On Scholarships

Q: How to avail IBS Business School, Ahmedabad scholarships?

To avail IBS Ahmedabad scholarships, candidates must fulfill the following terms and conditions:

Eligibility: Scholarships will only be offered to candidates who have appeared for the IBSAT-2023 test and have successfully qualified.
Admission and Registration: Students must complete the admission process, pay the requisite admission fee, and register on the specified date to be eligible for the scholarship.
Applicability: The awarded scholarship amount can be adjusted solely against the programme fee and payment and cannot be utilised for any other purposes or fees.
Withdrawal Policy: In the event of a student's withdrawal from the programme for any reason, any applicable fee refunds will be calculated after deducting the scholarship sum granted earlier.

Q: Are there any scholarship programmes for UG courses at IBS Ahmedabad?

Yes, IBS Ahmedabad offers scholarship programs for undergraduate (UG) courses. These scholarships are based on academic performance, financial need, and other criteria. The institute provides various types of scholarships such as merit-based scholarships for students with outstanding academic records, need-based scholarships for economically disadvantaged students, sports scholarships for exceptional athletes, and scholarships for students from specific backgrounds or communities.Students interested in applying for scholarships at IBS Ahmedabad should check the official website or contact the admissions office for detailed information on eligibility criteria, application process, and deadlines.

Q: Are scholarships available at ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad?

Yes, there are scholarships offered by ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad. The school awards undergraduate and graduate scholarships to the students based on a number of criteria, including academic achievement, financial need, and success in the most competitive management exams. When they are admitted, students can apply for scholarships by providing the necessary paperwork and meeting the requirements.

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IBS Ahmedabad Courses and Fees 2025

IBS), Ahmedabad offers PGPM with a duration of 2 years. For admissions, students must meet the eligibility criteria.

Graduation (any discipline) with 50% aggregate, with English as the medium of instruction.
Final-year students are eligible to apply, provided they complete all graduation requirements (including practical exams, viva, assignments) before May 31, 2026.

Students can check the IBS Ahmedabad courses and other details in this space:

Courses	Tuition Fees	Eligibility
MBA/PGDM(1 course)	8.3 LGet Fee Details	Graduation : 50 % Exams : NMAT XAT+2 More
Ph.D.(1 course)	– / –	Graduation : 50 %

Commonly asked questions
On Fees and Eligibility

Q: What is the fee for PG courses at NTPC School of Business?

The fee for PG courses at NTPC School of Business (NSB) is approximately INR 16 lakhs for the PGDM program in Energy Management, which is a two-year full-time course. The fee includes boarding and lodging expenses. The institute offers a full-time PGDM program in Energy Management for a duration of two years and a full-time PGDM Executive program for a duration of 15 months. The application process is conducted online, and the institute does not accept offline applications.

Q: What is the IBSAT exam?

The IBSAT exam is an entrance exam conducted by the ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education. This exam is conducted nationally for admission to MBA courses at nine ICFAI Business Schools (IBS). 1. The IBSAT is a computer-based test of two hours' duration with 140 questions. The IBSAT exam is conducted once a year. 2. The syllabus of the IBSAT is similar to most management entrance test syllabuses, which include topics such as verbal ability, reading comprehension, quantitative ability, data adequacy, and data interpretation. 3. The exam application fee is Rs. 1,800, and the language of the exam is English . 4. You need to have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a minimum 50% aggregate. Those candidates who qualify for this exam are called for final selection rounds at ICFAI Business Schools. To know more about this exam you can visit this link: https://www.shiksha.com/mba/ibsat-exam.

Q: What entrance exam scores are accepted by NTPC School of Business for admission?

NTPC School of Business (NSB) accepts the following entrance exam scores for admission to its PGDM programs:

CAT
XAT
CMAT
MAT
GMAT

The institute considers specific percentile or percentage requirements for each of these entrance exams. The final selection is based on the merit of Final Composite Scores (FCS), which takes into account the entrance exam scores, performance in graduation, work experience, and personal assessment

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IBS Ahmedabad Application Process 2025

IBSAT 2025 is a single application process for admission to the 2-year full-time MBA/ PGPM 2026–28 programs across all nine IBS campuses. Check the online and offline application process below:

Steps to Apply (Online):

Visit the official application portal
Fill in your personal and contact details
Submit the application
Pay the application fee of INR 1,800

After successful payment, applicants will receive login credentials through email/sms.

In a week's time IBSAT 2025 official brochure will be dispatched to the applicant's address.

Steps to Apply (Offline):

Visit the nearest IBS Information office
Fill in your personal and contact details
Submit the application
Pay the application fee of INR 1800

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Q: How can I get admission in PGPM at IBS Ahmedabad?

Students seeking admission to the Postgraduate Programme in Management (PGPM) at IBS Ahmedabad must fulfil the following requirements:

The candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate.
The candidate must appear for the IBS Aptitude Test (IBSAT) by applying for it through ICFAI Business School (IBS) official website. Besides IBSAT, IBS Ahmedabad also accepts CAT/ GMAT/ NMAT score.
Candidates based on their score in any one of the aforementioned exams will be shortlisted for the Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) round.
Candidates who qualify the GD & PI round will be required to report to the admission cell at IBS Ahmedabad for document verification and fee payment leading to final seat allotment.

Q: What is the procedure to take MBA admission at ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad?

To take admission for MBA admission at ICFAI business school

Submit application for IBSAT2023 (16th december last date).
take IBSAT test or submit score CAT/GMAT/NMAT by GMAC/XAT.
you will be shorlisted if you get a good percentile i.e. minimum (70percentile).
Final selection will be performance based i.e. group discussion and personal interview.
finally the admission letter.

Q: What is the admission process of ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad?

The admission process of the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) at ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad (IBS) is based on their performance on the IBS Aptitude Test (IBSAT), which is followed by rounds of Group discussions (GD) and personal interviews (PI). IBS Ahmedabad will consider all aspects of a candidate's application, including their academic performance, test scores, work experience, and GD/PI performance.

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IBS Ahmedabad Infrastructure

IBS Ahmedabad houses classrooms, library, hostels, and cafeterias. Some of the other campus facilities include:

State-of-the-art campus
Learning halls well equipped with high speed LAN, Wi-Fi, and other facilities
Computer lab with modern computing facilities
A web portal for faculty student interaction and development
A library with more than 21,000 books, 71 magazines and journals, and 600 CDs on topics relating to management and allied subjects, and access to various databases

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Q: How is the campus of IBS Ahmedabad?

IBS Ahmedabad offers all the facilities to students to give them overall exposure. Some of the campus facilities are as follows:

Library
Computer lab with modern computing facilities
Wi-fi campus
Auditoriums
Modern computing facilities

Q: How are hostel facilities at ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad?

ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad provides student accommodation, which has a hygienic environment. The rooms have the most basic amenities and are shared by two or three students. Basic comforts like Wi-Fi, a steady supply of power, and a water supply are provided in the rooms. Food is available to students in the hostel. The hostel mess serves healthy, hygienic food to students.

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Top online courses offered by IBS Ahmedabad

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IBS Ahmedabad Faculty

IBS Ahmedabad has an experienced faculty who are PhD, masters, and higher degree holders. Candidates can check the IBS Ahmedabad faculty details in this space:

Faculty Name	Faculty Qualification
Vivek Ranga Director	PhD, MBA, BSc
Naresh Kumar Sharma Faculty Member	PhD, MBA (IUD), BA
Pallavi Mittal Faculty Member& Dy Academic Coordinator	PhD, PGDM, BCom
Girishchandran Chandrasekharan Pillai Faculty Member	MBA, UGC NET, BCom
Pranav J Gosalia Faculty Member	MBA, BSc, PGDCA

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Q: Is the faculty of IBS Ahmedabad qualified?

IBS Ahmedabad has highly experienced faculty who are PhD, diploma, and higher degree holders. ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad invites faculty for guest lectures and tries to offer an opportunity to students to interact with some of the best personalities.

Q: How is the faculty at ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad?

The faculty members have extensive corporate experience and are well qualified. They offer a lot of knowledge and experience to the classroom, which benefits the learning and development of the candidates. The professors are qualified with PhDs, MBAs, PGDMs, and other degrees. This shows they are qualified to teach the courses and have a good academic background.

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IBS Ahmedabad FAQs

Candidates can check the FAQs below:

Q: Who are the top recruiters at IBS Ahmedabad?

Companies such as ICICI Bank, Zomato, Asian Paints, Intellipaat, HDFC Bank and JM Financials have visited the campus during the recent placement drives.

Q: What is the salary package offered during IBS Ahmedabad PGPM placements?

The highest and average package offered over the past three years during IBS Ahmedabad placements are presented below:

Particulars	PGPM Placement Statistics (2023)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2024)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2025)
the highest domestic package	INR 8.29 LPA	INR 12 LPA	INR 10.34 LPA
Average package	INR 7.3 LPA	INR 7.79 LPA	INR 7.81 LPA
Top 10% average package	INR 9.23 LPA	INR 10.5 LPA	INR 9.97 LPA
Top 25% average package	INR 8.69 LPA	INR 9.39 LPA	INR 9.84 LPA

Q: What is the batch-wise salary package offered during IBS, Ahmedabad placements?

The batch-wise average package received during IBS Ahmedabad placements 2025 and previous two years is presented below:

Particulars	PGPM Placement Statistics (2023)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2024)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2025)
Top 10% average package	INR 9.23 LPA	INR 10.5 LPA	INR 9.97 LPA
Top 25% average package	INR 8.69 LPA	INR 9.39 LPA	INR 9.84 LPA

Q: What is the average salary trend witnessed during IBS Ahmedabad placements?

The overall and batch-wise average salary trends witnessed during IBS Ahmedabad placements over the past three years are presented below:

Particulars	PGPM Placement Statistics (2023)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2024)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2025)
Average package	INR 7.3 LPA	INR 7.79 LPA	INR 7.81 LPA
Top 10% average package	INR 9.23 LPA	INR 10.5 LPA	INR 9.97 LPA
Top 25% average package	INR 8.69 LPA	INR 9.39 LPA	INR 9.84 LPA

Q: Which is the top recruiting sector at IBS Ahmedabad?

The sector-wise placement distribution recorded during IBS Ahmedabad placements 2025 is presented below:

Sectors	Placement Distribution (2025)
Financial Services	24%
Banking	15%
ITES	12%
Global Capability Center	8%
Consulting	7%
Infra / Telecom / Real Estate	7%
Insurance	7%
FMCG / Retail	4%
Education	3%
E-Commerce	3%
Manufacturing / Construction	3%
Hospitality / Tourism	2%
Logistics	2%
Media & Research	1%
Pharma / Healthcare	1%
Others	3%

Q: How are IBS Ahmedabad placements record as compared with other IBS Campuses?

Refer the table below for IBS Ahmedabad placement statistics 2025 as compared with other IBS campuses:

IBS Campus Name	Highest Package (2025)	Average Package (2025)	Placement Rate (2025)
IBS Ahmedabad	INR 10.34 LPA	INR 7.81 LPA	95%
IBS Mumbai	INR 20 LPA	INR 7.89 LPA	95%
IBS Hyderabad	INR 21 LPA (Domestic)	INR 9.82 LPA	93%
IBS Kolkata	INR 9 LPA (Domestic) INR 12.5 LPA (International)	INR 7.09 LPA	95%
IBS Pune	INR 16.42 LPA	INR 7.95 LPA	99%
IBS Jaipur	INR 12.76 LPA INR 41.4 LPA (International)	INR 7.14 LPA	95%
IBS Gurgaon	INR 22 LPA	INR 7.66 LPA	95%
IBS Dehradun	INR 10.7 LPA	INR 7.11 LPA	99%
IBS Bangalore	INR 16.42 LPA	INR 7.76 LPA	90%

Q: What are the year-wise placement trends at IBS Ahmedabad?

The placement trend recorded over the past three years at IBS Ahmedabad is presented below:

Particulars	PGPM Placement Statistics (2023)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2024)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2025)
Highest domestic package	INR 8.29 LPA	INR 12 LPA	INR 10.34 LPA
Average package	INR 7.3 LPA	INR 7.79 LPA	INR 7.81 LPA
Placement rate	98%	98%	95%
Top 10% average package	INR 9.23 LPA	INR 10.5 LPA	INR 9.97 LPA
Top 25% average package	INR 8.69 LPA	INR 9.39 LPA	INR 9.84 LPA

Q: What is the placement rate recorded at IBS Ahmedabad?

The placement percentage recorded during IBS Ahmedabad placements 2025 was 95%. Earlier, in 2024 and 2023, the placement rate recorded was 98%, which is also presented below:

Particulars	PGPM Placement Statistics (2023)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2024)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2025)
Placement rate	98%	98%	95%

Q: How are MBA placements at ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad?

IBM Ahmedabad's placement record is indeed impressive, boasting a remarkable 98% placement rate. The institute witnessed outstanding placement packages, with the highest package reaching INR 13 LPA, while the average package stood at INR 7.30 LPA. Notably, even the highest domestic package offered an attractive INR 8.29 LPA. The placement season for 2023 welcomed esteemed recruiters such as Wipro, Zomato, Thomson Reuters, Arrow Group, Google, Oracle, and many others. This exceptional track record highlights IBM Ahmedabad's commitment to providing students with exciting career prospects and aligning them with dynamic opportunities in the ever-evolving world of business and technology.

Q: Does IBS Ahmedabad offer good placements?

Yes, IBS Ahmedabad offers good placements to its students. The key highlights of IBS Ahmedabad placements 2025 are presented below:

Particulars	PGPM Placement Statistics (2025)
Highest domestic package	INR 10.34 LPA
Average package	INR 7.81 LPA
Placement rate	95%
Top 10% average package	INR 9.97 LPA
Top 25% average package	INR 9.84 LPA

Q: What is the average salary package I can expect after completing PGPM programme from IBS Ahmedabad?

The average package received during IBS Ahmedabad PGPM placement 2025 was INR 7.81 LPA. During the placement drive 2024 and 2023, the average package was INR 7.79 LPA and INR 7.3 LPA, respectively.

Q: Are admissions to ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad open?

ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad admissions 2025 are open. The application window for the IBSAT 2025 test, which typically leads to MBA/PGPM programs for the following academic year, was open on July 1, 2025, for the 2026-28 programs. You should visit the official IBS website to confirm the status for the 2025-27 intake and to apply for upcoming sessions.

Q: Is IBS Ahmedabad good in terms of MBA placements?

Yes, IBS Ahmedabad is good in terms of MBA placements. The key highlights of IBS Ahmedabad placements over the past three years are presented below:

Particulars	PGPM Placement Statistics (2023)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2024)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2025)
the highest domestic package	INR 8.29 LPA	INR 12 LPA	INR 10.34 LPA
Average package	INR 7.3 LPA	INR 7.79 LPA	INR 7.81 LPA
Placement rate	98%	98%	95%
Top 10% average package	INR 9.23 LPA	INR 10.5 LPA	INR 9.97 LPA
Top 25% average package	INR 8.69 LPA	INR 9.39 LPA	INR 9.84 LPA

Q: What is the highest package offered at IBS Ahmedabad?

The highest package offered over the past three years during IBS Ahmedabad placements is presented below:

Particulars	PGPM Placement Statistics (2023)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2024)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2025)
Highest domestic package	INR 8.29 LPA	INR 12 LPA	INR 10.34 LPA

Q: Are MBA placements at IBS Ahmedabad good?

MBA placements at IBS Ahmedabad are generally considered good, with a strong track record of placing students in reputable companies across various sectors. The institute has a robust placement cell that facilitates internships and final placements, ensuring students are well-prepared for the corporate world. Companies such as Deloitte, HDFC Bank, Amazon, and ICICI Bank regularly recruit from IBS Ahmedabad, offering diverse roles and competitive salary packages. Overall, the institute's focus on industry connections and career development contributes to positive placement outcomes for MBA graduates.

Q: What is the entrance exam for ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad 2025?

ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad accepts a common entrance exam for admission to its MBA/PGPM programs at IBS Ahmedabad, IBS Gurgaon, IBS Dehradun, IBS Kolkata, IBS Pune campuses. The entrance exam accepted by ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad is IBSAT (ICFAI Business school Aptitude Test). They also accept CAT, NMAT, or GMAT. The application form for admission to the PGPM course offered by ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad is common for all the IBS campuses.

Q: Can I join ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad directly?

Yes, you can get admitted to ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad directly but for this eligibility, The application form is common for admission to MBA/PGPM programs at IBS Ahmedabad, IBS Gurgaon, IBS Dehradun, IBS Kolkata, and IBS Pune campuses. You must have a Bachelor degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 60 percent marks. You also must have a decent score in the exams like CAT, GMAT, NMAT, and XAT

Q: Is NTPC School of Business is more expensive than IIFM Bhopal?

The specific fees for NTPC School of Business in comparison to IIFM Bhopal is not known.

Information about the fees for IIFM Bhopal is available which offers a Post Graduate Diploma in Forest Management for Rs. 2.4 Lacs per annum and the average placement salary is around Rs. 7.5 Lacs per annum.

Therefore, without the specific fee information for NTPC School of Business, it is not possible to determine whether it is more expensive than IIFM Bhopal or not.

Q: Does ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad have better placements than Sanskriti School of Business?

On comparing placement of both college, the placement of ICFAI business school ahmedabad are better with average package of 12lpa and the highest package 19lpa compared to sanskriti school of business average package 6lpa and the highest package 12lpa.

Furthermore, the financial rewards offered to ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad graduates are equally compelling. The highest and average package on offer is notably attractive, reaching up to 19 Lacs per annum. These lucrative packages are a testament to the institution's ability to provide students with a platform for high-earning careers.

In comparison, Sanskriti School of Business faces a more modest placement scenario. The placement rate at this institution is relatively lower, and while it might provide opportunities, it doesn't match the robust placement rate at ICFAI Business School Ahmedabad.

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Does IBS, Ahmedabad provide international placements?

Answered 3 months ago

Yes, IBS Ahmedabad offers international placements to its students. During the placement drive 2023 and 2022, the highest international package offered to PGPM students was INR 13 LPA and INR 28.32 LPA, respectively.

Krishnendu Chatterjee

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What is the batch-wise average package received during IBS Ahmedabad placements?

Answered 3 months ago

The batch-wise average package received during IBS Ahmedabad placement 2025 and previous two years is presented below:

Particulars	PGPM Placement Statistics (2023)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2024)	PGPM Placement Statistics (2025)
Top 10% average package	INR 9.23 LPA	INR 10.5 LPA	INR 9.97 LPA
Top 25% average package	INR 8.69 LPA	INR 9.39 LPA	INR 9.84 LPA

Satyendra Rai

Contributor-Level 9

Which sector has been the most dominating sector during IBS Ahmedabad placements?

Answered 3 months ago

The sector-wise placement distribution during IBS Ahmedabad placements 2025 is presented below:

Sectors	Placement Distribution (2025)
Financial Services	24%
Banking	15%
ITES	12%
Global Capability Center	8%
Consulting	7%
Infra / Telecom / Real Estate	7%
Insurance	7%
FMCG / Retail	4%
Education	3%
E-Commerce	3%
Manufacturing / Construction	3%
Hospitality / Tourism	2%
Logistics	2%
Media & Research	1%
Pharma / Healthcare	1%
Others	3%

Chandra Thakur

Contributor-Level 9

Does IBS Ahmedabad offer 100% placements to its PGPM students?

Answered 3 months ago

The placement rate recorded during IBS Ahmedabad PGPM placements 2025 was 95%. Earlier, during the placement drive 2024 and 2023, 98% students were placed.

Pooja Divya

Contributor-Level 9

Is pursuing MBA at IBS Ahmedabad expensive?

Answered a year ago

Pursuing an MBA at IBS Ahmedabad involves a fee of INR 9.09 Lacs for the two-year program. This fee includes various components such as tuition, infrastructure, and other essential resources provided to students. Whether this is considered expensive may depend on individual financial circumstances

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