Can an average student get into an IIM?

The answer to this question of whether an average student can get into IIM can be both yes and no depending on the definition of an average student. Based on Academics (Class 10/ Class 12/ Graduation): While a student with average scores in Class 10, Class 12 and graduation with a good CAT score certainly has good chances of getting a call from IIM-A, chances are less for someone with an average CAT score. Based on student category (General or Reserved): While it is tough for a General category average student to grab a seat at IIM due to high score requirements, a reserved category student can get admission being at average scores as well. Based on past work experience, diversity and other factors: Gender and academic diversity is also a factor on which students are shortlisted at IIM. IIMs judge the past academic category based on the degree obtained by the students before MBA and then a weightage is allotted based on that. For Engineers, the percentage for scoring the highest marks is higher as compared with other streams Performance in selection rounds: Once you make it to the final selection rounds, i.e., AWT/PI process, it can be considered a fresh start. At this stage, students can forget their past average-ness but definitely require good grasp over the past subjects as academics-related questions are asked in the interview. Based on the above factors, it can be considered that while getting into top Management institutes, such as IIM is extremely tough, the past performance, CAT performance, student category and a lot of factors can be the reasons for a student to receive that final call.

What is the salary after MBA in IIM Calcutta?

IIM Calcutta placement 2026 was concluded with a 100% placement record. The highest package offered in the placement drive stood at INR 145 LPA. Thus, students after MBA from IIM Calcutta can accept a good placement drive. However, the placement offered changes every year based on the merit of the participants and upon the participating companies.

Is IIM Kolkata good for MBA?

IIM Calcutta is one of the top Management institutes in the country. In the NIRF 2025 rankings, it is ranked #7 under the Management category. The placement rate recorded during 2025-26 placement was 100%. The highest domestic and international package by MBA Batch 2026 was INR 145 LPA and INR 110 LPA. Considering the institute's ranking and placement data, it is easy to say that it is one of the top institute for MBA in India. The ROI for the course is also great.

What is the stipend for IIM Calcutta PhD courses?

IIM Calcutta gives each of the student a stipend starting at INR 30,000 per month, which goes up to INR 35,000. Each of the student can avail of the student development grants of up to INR 65,000 for the first-year of course, and up to INR 25,000 for subsequent years. Moreover, the stipend and grants are facilitated for four years. However, it can be extended up to one or more years based on demonstration of enough progress in dissertation work. Furthermore, an additional financial support is also provided as extra funds up to INR 50,000 for field research (if required). Read about IIM Calcutta PhD/DPM course here.

Does IIM Calcutta accept CAT score for MBAEx admission?

IIM Calcutta has only mentioned accepting GMAT score for admission into EMBA courses. However, CAT is commonly accepted by other similar institutes for both MBA and MBAEx courses. Thus, candidates are advised to ask admission desk for confirmation on this question.

What is the admission fees for IIM Calcutta Executive MBA course?

IIM Calcutta Executive MBA admisson fees is INR 2 Lacs for academic year 2026. Candidates are required to pay this fees within the deadline mentioned in their admission letter. This fees is part of overall MBAEx course fees at IIM Calcutta.

Which documents will be required during application stage of IIM Calcutta Executive MBA admission?

Candidates will be asked to provide following documents: Class 10th and Class 12th passing certificate and marksheet UG level passing degree Work experience certificate GMAT scorecard Statement of Purpose

Who are the top recruiters of IIM Calcutta MBA graduates?

IIM Calcutta as credited many companies as top recruiters of its MBA graduates. Below mentioned are some of this institute's, top recruiters: Accenture Aditya Birla Group TCS Reliance

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Placements: Almost all students were placed in our course. Placement was extremely good. Highest salary package offered in our course was in crores. Average salary package was around 20 LPA. Top recruiting companies were JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, D.E. Shaw, etc. Almost all students successfully secured internship offers.

Infrastructure: Facilities and infrastructure available for our course were extremely good. It provided world-class facilities. Library was available with a quality of reference books. The facilities in the hostel were also really good, like 5 5-star hotel. A large sports court was also present.

Faculty: Teachers were helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. Teaching quality of our faculty members was really great. Many of them were alumni of foreign universities like Stanford and Harvard. Course curriculum was relevant. Semester examination was quite tough.

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Placements: Internships are a very vital ingredients of IIM-C life. These internships are to be taken in the passage between first year-end and second-year start. The B-school records 100% summer internship placement with reasonable pay. Summer placements happen in October and final placements happen in March. The average compensation is around Rs 28 LPA. All students are placed in firms like Goldman Sachs, Lehman Brothers, ITC, HUL, Microsoft, Infosys, ICICI, Wipro, Satyam, Cognizant, Bank of America, Indus Valley Partners, Marico, Dabur, British Gas, Temasek Holding, and many more.

Infrastructure: Faculty members put their best foot forward to ensure a great classroom learning experience for all. The institute provides accommodation facilities. Hostel fees are not included in the total fees of Rs 21,00,000. There are commonly changing rooms and games rooms where students can chill and gossip. With co-ed hostels also in place, it is more fun chilling and cracking jokes. The surroundings are amazing, and we used to celebrate even the festivals in the hostel.

Faculty: Faculty members at IIM Calcutta are top-notch. They also have very huge research works, papers, and experiences that are world-class. Most of them have graduated from the esteemed business schools of India. The finance, operations, and organizational behavior professors are best in India. All the courses in the first 2 semesters are related to the basic understanding of the business ecosystem. Basics of marketing, finance, organizational behavior, and political history of India are covered initially. Later in the second year, we can choose our own subjects and major in any division. IIMC has a faculty to student ratio of around 1:7 which is slightly lower as compared to its counterparts but nonetheless.

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Stable results in placement and academic performance.

Placements: I got placed in the company Goldman Sachs. Nearly 40+ student competitors fought with me to grab this opportunity, while 15+ students cleared the first round and 5+ students cleared the second round. In the final interview, I was one of the persons selected for the reputed company with a package of 6.46 LPA.

Infrastructure: The layout of the college was so amazing, and they are offering several courses at very low fees. Cameras are fixed at every main location of the campus, so unnecessary student behavior and movements in the campus area are not highly encouraged at any time.

Faculty: For pricing academic standards, the top 3 performers in academics are rewarded with scholarships that cover their tuition fees. This really helps students from economically weaker backgrounds and motivates us to study better than before.

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IIMC is a leading provider of online courses, offering a wide range of programs designed to enhance professional skills and knowledge. With years of experience in the industry, IIMC has established a reputation for delivering high-quality, online training. Their courses cater to diverse learners and are delivered through various formats to suit different learning styles. Students benefit from hands-on exercises and real-world case studies, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience. IIMC`s team of experienced instructors brings industry expertise to the classroom, preparing students for success in their chosen fields. With a high satisfaction rate among past participants, IIMC remains a trusted choice for individuals seeking to advance their careers through targeted education.

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The IIM Calcutta fee structure is inclusive of multiple components. The components are tuition fees, registration fee, hostel and mess charges, other one-time fees, etc. The students who are selected for admissions have to pay the fee on the time as per instructed by the university. Candidates can pay the fee through different modes as per university guidelines. The table below mentions course-wise IIM Calcutta fee structure:

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MBA/PGDM	INR 20,000	INR 25,00,000 - 27,00,000	-/-
Executive MBA/PGDM	INR 40,000 - 60,000	INR 13,50,000 - 33,50,000	-/-
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Q: Who are the top recruiters of IIM Calcutta?

The list of top recruiters who participated during the recent IIM Calcutta placements 2026 is presented below:

BCG	Goldman Sachs	Microsoft
Amazon	TCS	EY
Accenture	IBM	Capgemini
Deloitte	Morgan Stanley	HCL
ITC	PwC	HUL

Q: What is the average package offered at IIM Calcutta?

The IIM Calcutta average package offered to MBA batch 2026 stood at INR 36 LPA. Check out the average package offered to top 5%, 15%, 25% and 50% of MBA batch 2026 from the table below:

Particulars	MBA Placement Statistics (2026)
Top 5% average package	INR 84.9 LPA
Top 15% average package	INR 59.8 LPA
Top 25% average package	INR 53.9 LPA
Top 50% average package	INR 47 LPA

Q: Which sector offers the highest number of jobs with good packages at IIM Calcutta?

Consulting sector also emerged as the top recruiting that made 382% of the total offers during IIM Calcutta placements 2026. The sector-wise offers distribution during IIM Calcutta MBA placements 2026 is presented below:

Sector	Offers Percentage (2026)
Consulting	38%
General Management	21%
Finance	18.6%
IT & Product Management Management	13.3%
Sales & Marketing	9%

Q: What is the fee for MBA at IIM Calcutta?

IIM Calcutta MBA fee includes different components such as tuition fees, room rent charges (for the entire course duration), cost of course material, and economy airfare of study tours, organized by the institute. The fee is INR 27 lakh, including tuition fee and accommodation fees. Candidates have to pay some amount of this fee at the time of admission for seat confirmation as directed by the institute. Further, it must be noted that the fee mentioned here is taken from the official website/ sanctioning body. It is subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

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Q: How many companies visit IIM Calcutta during the recent placements?

A total of 202 companies participated duirng IIM Calcutta placements for the MBA Class of 2026. The total no. of recruiters participated during IIM Calcutta placements over the past three years are presented below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2024)	Placement Statistics (2025)	Placement Statistics (2026)
Companies visited	194	196	202

Q: How is the infrastructure of IIM Calcutta?

IIM Calcutta is spread across 135 acre of land. The college has hostels and provides various other facilities for students. The administrative buildings include classrooms of different sizes and seating capacities, conference rooms, group-study areas, and others. IIM Kolkata campus includes exceptional teaching infrastructure and academic buildings designed and updated to facilitate learning.

Q: Who is eligible for MBA course admission at IIM Calcutta?

For admission to IIM Kolkata MBA, candidate must hold a valid bachelor's degree in 10+2+3 pattern with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ST/PwD candidates). Moreover, the aspirants appearing for the final year of their bachelor's degree with final year results awaiting, are also eligible to apply. However, such candidates, if selected, are granted provisional admission, only if the pre-final certificate signed by competent authorities of the previous institute/ university, the latest by June 30 of the admission year is submitted.

Q: Is IIM Calcutta good in terms of placements?

IIM Calcutta has a great track record of MBA placements. Recently, IIM Calcutta concludes the placements for its 61sh MBA batch with a 100% placement rate. The highest international and domestic packages offered during IIM Calcutta placements 2026 stood at INR 145 LPA and INR 110 LPA. The average and median package offered was INR 36 LPA and INR 35 LPA.

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Top recruiting companies like Optum, Persistent, Atos, Amazon, Virtusan, Deshpande Foundation, Golyan Group, Tata Communications, Ecom Express, Jio Mart, NISG, Bloom Global, etc., visit the college for placements.

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Placements: About 99% of students got placed from my course. The lowest package is approximately 9 LPA-10 LPA. The average package is 30 LPA and the highest package is 80 LPA. The top recruiting companies are Capgemini, Wipro, and Infosys. Most students got internships in several companies.

Infrastructure: The college facilities like Wi-Fi in classrooms, huge central library, and all sports facilities for both indoor and outdoor are available on the campus and it is satisfactory. Hostel and mess are of average quality and acceptable. Overall, the infrastructure is very good, and it is value for money. Satisfied by the looks of this campus.

Faculty: Here in IIM Calcutta faculty members are the best since most of them are in college for many years and highly experienced in their fields. Their knowledge is high regarding the current situations of the market and industries. Some of them have good contacts with industries. The course curriculum is well accurately designed by board members which is good. Hence, we have no difficulty regarding the curriculum, so overall good.

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MBA from one of the top management college.

Placements: IIM Calcutta has a highly developed placements cell. Students in the college were getting multiple placements opportunities in the MBA course. average package offered at the college was between 6 and 12 LPA. The top recruiters at this college were IBM, Goldman Sachs, Flipkart, on Deloitte, KPMG, Accenture, etc.

Infrastructure: IIM Calcutta has a very good infrastructure available for the MBA course. The college campus had all the facilities for the interactive and better learning of the students. Wi-Fi, labs, library, canteen, sports, hostel, medical, etc. facilities were available for the students at this college.

Faculty: IIM Calcutta has both permanent and guest faculty. The faculty of this college was helpful, qualified and knowledgeable about our course. The course curriculum of the college was relevant and it makes the students industry-ready. Semester exams at the college were not hard to pass.

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Placements were excellent in 2019 batch.

Placements: Placements are fine. 90% of students were placed. Median annual salary offered was somewhere around 16-17 LPA. For this programme, placement is a bit challenging but we saw great placement score in 2018-19 batch. IT and consulting were some of the areas where roles were offered. It's mandatory to do an internship with this programme. Internship interviews will also be conducted by the institute. Internship stipend ranges from 25K to 50K.

Infrastructure: The college has a great library and facilities. Students also enjoy paid subscription of some magazines. Sports facilities here are average. It is an old b-school and space allotted for games and sports is less. College has its own sports club and many talented students also. There are various clubs in this college. Hostels are decent, although the infrastructure is pretty old, but you still get AC facility. Other facilities in the hostel are also fine.

Faculty: Senior faculty members are very nice. Although some are very strict, but that is not much of an issue most of the time. You will learn a lot from all of them. They put a lot of effort in teaching. They are well experienced and give a lot of assignments to study upon. Course is very hectic. 2 years of studies is squeezed into some 4 months of studies.

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Triple learning, Triple fun, Triple success.

Placements: Placement rate is 100% and 50% got PPO. The highest package was 40 LPA and average was 25 LPA. Top recruiters for internship and final placements are MasterCard, DE Shaw, EXL, PwC, ITC, Amazon. Etc. Top roles- Business consultant, Sr. manager-Analytics, Data scientist, Solution architect, etc.

Infrastructure: ISI cal- Wi-Fi enabled campus, great library, and labs, classrooms have all modern amenities, food is a bit costly but very good. One and only Museum, great ambiance on campus, very supportive staff, very less students so peaceful.

Faculty: The faculty here are gods, to be honest. Each and every one of them has the ability to solve any doubt from anything analytics. Very humble and knowledgeable (especially ISI). You'll get a whole semester (6 months) for graded-Internship (also paid). I think that's more than enough to make you industry ready, it makes you Start-UP-ready. Also, each and every one of your peers would be highly accomplished him/herself, so a lot to learn from peer-to-peer. The course gets updated regularly in line with the latest technology, theory, etc. In the Analytics domain (both Industry and Academics).

Other: This is one of the first courses in business analytics to be offered in our nation and quickly climbed up the rankings. With all three pioneers, I don't think there is any course better than this even presently. Our semesters were shortened and that made the course very intensive and rigorous. But again it was due to Covid and I don't see it getting repeated in the future. Lots of events and fests are organized here (right now on hold due to Covid). The campus crowd is as expected from Premium institutes, everyone is well accomplished. Scholarships are given to EWS folks.

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Best course for Business Analytics in India.

Placements: The placement rate is 100%. The highest package is 42.5 LPA, the lowest is 20LPA and the average is 26LPA. Deshaw, Amazon, Ebay and Playgames, Mastercard are the top recruiting companies. Roles offered are Data Scientist, Data Engineer, Analyst, Business Analyst, Consultant and Analytics Consultant. 100% students got internships.

Infrastructure: It is a tri-institute course. Facilities at IIM and IIT are really good and average in ISI Kolkata. Hostels at IIM Calcutta are really good with ACs attached, have Wi-Fi, sports complex and similar is the scenario at IIT KGP except hostels which are okayish. ISI hostels are also very good but campus has small classrooms. Food is good at IIM Calcutta, okayish in IIT KGP and ISI Kolkata.

Faculty: IIM Calcutta is very professional in teaching matters and all the faculty members are well qualified and knowledgeable. ISI Kolkata treats every student like their child and is eager to repeat any topic that you do not understand properly. IIT KGP also has good teachers. Of course, sometimes you get a professor who does not meet your expectations.

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Q: What is the highest package of IIM Calcutta?

The highest international and domestic packages offered during IIM Calcutta placements 2026 stood at INR 145 LPA and INR 110 LPA, respectively. The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta packages offered between 2025 and 2026 is presented below:

Particulars	MBA Placement Statistics (2025)	MBA Placement Statistics (2026)
Highest package	INR 1.45 crore per annum (International) INR 91.45 LPA (Domestic)	INR 1.45 crore per annum (International) INR 110 LPA (Domestic)
Average package	INR 34.23 LPA	INR 36 LPA
Median package	INR 34 LPA	INR 35 LPA

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INR 36 LPA

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Q: Can I get direct admission at IIM Calcutta?

No, IIM Calcutta admission to most of the courses is entrance-based. The application process of IIM Calcutta for PG courses takes place via CAT. Therefore, candidates need to visit the official website of CAT to get admission. The institute will further shortlist the candidates based on the CAT score. Moreover, for the Executive MBA course, GMAT score is accepted and for DPM, candidates without CAT score can apply with GMAT/GRE/GATE/UGC-JRF or another accepted exam score. Read more on IIM Kolkata admission.

Q: What is IIM Calcutta famous for?

Indian Institute of Management Calcutta is famous for its MBA programme. The institute offers MBA programmes from 60+ years with renowned faculty members. The institute has ben ranked 7th under the Management category by NIRF 2025 and 11th by the QS Full-time MBA Rankings - Asia for 2025. Internationally, the IIM Kolkata is ranked 50 by theQS World University Rankings 2025 - Masters In Management.

Q: Is IIM Calcutta a Tier 1 college?

Yes, IIM Calcutta is a Tier- 1 college and one of the popular Management institutes in India. IIM Calcutta has ben ranked 7th under the Management category by NIRF 2025 and 11th by the QS Full-time MBA Rankings - Asia for 2025. Internationally, the IIM Kolkata is ranked 50 by theQS World University Rankings 2025 - Masters In Management.

Q: What are the courses that IIM Calcutta offers?

Indian Institute of Management Calcutta offers a two-year PGP (also referred to as MBA) as its flagship programme. Apart from this, the institute offers MBAEx, PGPEx-VLM, PGDBA and DPM programmes at the PG and doctoral levels. In addition to this, the institute also offers several long-duration online certificate programmes on a situational basis. Admission to most of the courses is mainly entrance-based.

Q: How can I get admission in IIM, Calcutta to pursue MBA?

Candidates seeking admission to the MBA course need to visit the official website of the Common Admission Test (CAT) to apply online. Before applying, the aspirants must check the course-specific eligibility criteria. Candidates are shortlisted based on their CAT score and several stages of selection. Further, the final selection is done on the basis of CAT score, WAT-PI, academic performance, work experience, and gender diversity. Find below the steps involved in the IIM Calcutta MBA admission process:

CAT registration
Shortlisting candidates based on CAT score and invitation emails
Shortlisted candidates replying for admission
Selection rounds - WAT + PI
Final admission list
Fee payment for admission confirmation

Q: Does IIM Calcutta offer Executive MBA?

Yes, IIM Calcutta offer one-year residential Executive MBA in a full-time mode. Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements can apply. Applicants must have a valid GMAT score to get selected. IIM Kolkata MBA Ex course fulfils the criteria to be considered as MBA as per the global rankings viz Financial Times. The admission process involves online registration, shortlisting of students based on GMAT score and academic performance along with other criteria, and finally the personal interview round.

Furthermore, the institute also offer postgraduate programme for executives for visionary leadership in manufacturing.

Q: How is the life of students at IIM Calcutta?

IIM Calcutta students has vibrant and structured life and worked on academics, with continuous peer driven learning with extracurricular activities with strong indutry exposure.

It has large lectures with frequent case-discussion with theoretical and practical knowledge.
The institute has well trained and expert faculty members with years of experience.
It has various clubs with wide range consulting, finance, marketing, analytics, entrepreneurship, cultural, sports, social impact.

Q: Is a score of 85% in CAT enough to secure MBA admission at IIM Calcutta?

It is not possible to determine a candidate's admission in IIM Calcutta MBA course through CAT score alone. In Stage 1, a score 85% in CAT will be enough for a general category candidate to be selected for PI+WAT admission stage.

Final admission cutoffs are based on many factors other than CAT score.

Q: Can I get into MBA at IIM Calcutta without CAT?

No, IIM Calcutta cannot get into MBA courses without appearing CAT first. CAT is a mandatory entrance exam and it is conducted every year for admissions into all MBA courses offered by this institute.

However, candidates who are applying for MBAEx course will be required to appear in GMAT for admissions.

Q: What is so special about IIM Calcutta?

Indian Institute of Management Calcutta is one of the oldest IIMs in India. It offers quality education under the guidance of experts with years of experience. The institute has notable alumni who have excelled in the fields of Entertainment, academics, Business and Management in top comapnies. The institute is collbaorated with eminnet organisations. The campus is spread across 135 acres of area with modern infrastrcture.

Q: Which sector offers the highest package at IIM Calcutta?

The sector-wise highest, average and median package offered during IIM Calcutta placements 2026 is presented below:

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Q: How are the faculty members at IIM Calcutta?

IIM Calcutta has well-experienced and trained faculty with years of experience in the related field. The faculty help the students in their career. The faculty focuses on theoretical and practical knowledge for the students. The faculty engages the students with the latest activities and innovative teaching, and quality research.

Q: Why will anyone choose IIM Kolkata over IIM Ahmedabad and Bangalore?

While choosing IIMs students have the prefrence according to their choice and also basis on the cutoff. IIM Calcutta has become the choice for many students as it has been ranked 7th under the Management category by the NIRF 2025. The institute has best placements packages for the highest domestic and international package offered in 2026 was INR 145 LPA and INR 110 LPA. It is a good option for many students and they get many facilities under one roof.

Q: Is a business degree mandatory for IIM Calcutta Executive MBA admission?

No, candidates do not need to clear a UG level business course in order to be eligible to apply for IIM Calcutta Executive MBA admissions.

A graduating degree of any UG level course makes a candidates eligible for the Executive MBA course.

Q: What documents do I need to submit at application stage of IIM Calcutta MBA admission?

IIM Calcutta MBA admissions require candidates submit copies of these documents:

Class 10th and Class 12th marksheet and passing certificate
UG level passing degree
CAT scorecard
Work experience certificate

Q: How much of PGPEX-VLM course curriculum is covered by IIM Calcutta?

IIM Calcutta is responsible for covering 60% of the total PGPEX-VLM course curriculum. Remaining 40% of this course is covered by both IIT Kanpur and Madras in equal percentages. Candidates will cover this course in eight terms in 1170 total classes.

Q: What is the eligibility criteria of PGDBA course offered by IIM Calcutta?

IIM Calcutta PGDBA course is open to any candidate who has cleared a UG or PG degree with at least 60% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ST/PwD candidates). In 2026, admissions into this course will be managed by Indian Statistical Institute instead of IIM Calcutta itself.

Q: Who can write recommendations for a candidate applying for IIM Calcutta PhD course?

It is mandatory to submit a letter of recommendation. For students, the recommendations are usually accepted by faculty members from the last attended institute. In addition, for working professionals, a superior of candidate can write a recommendation letter. It could be someone, who can elaborate on the candidate's research capabilities. The recommendation letter must be submitted on time along with the application for selection.

Q: Is IIM Calcutta MBA admission open?

No, IIM Calcutta MBA admission is not opened for academic year 2027 yet. Candidates should check CAT portal from August for any updates regarding 2027 registrations. Generally, CAT registrations are opened from first day of August

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How are candidates selected for PGDBA course of IIM Calcutta?

Answered a week ago

Candidates are selected based on following factors during PGDBA admissions of IIM Calcutta:

Criteria	Weights
PGDBA Admission Test Score	45
PI	40
Point in class 12	08
Work experience	07

Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

What is the last date to apply for MBA at IIM Calcutta?

Answered a week ago

IIM Calcutta MBA admission has not been opened yet for 2026. Generally, candidates can expect second week of September to be MBA deadline at IIM Calcutta. This is because its accepted entrance exam; CAT is usually scheduled to close registrations by then.

Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Does IIM Calcutta take direct admission in Executive MBA?

Answered a week ago

No, IIM Calcutta does not accept direct admission from any candidate for its Executive MBA course. Candidates are required to appear in GMAT before they are selected for EMBA course.

After that, candidates are further evaluated through a GD and PI round before final admission is granted.

Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

Is work experience necessary for IIM Calcutta Executive MBA admission?

Answered a week ago

Yes, any candidate who wishes to apply for MBAEx at IIM Calcutta must have a work experience of minimum 5 years. This experience will be counted in financial year meaning, candidates must have this experince on March 31st when they are applying for IIM Calcutta Executive MBA admission.

Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

How hard is to get into IIM Calcutta?

Answered 2 weeks ago

Getting into IIM Calcutta is extremy difficult. The institute accepts admisison based on entrance exams like CAT and GMAT. Students must qualify the entrance exams to get admission and it followed by the personal interview.

Akansha Gaurav

Contributor-Level 10

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