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The results for IIT ISM Dhanbad MBA and MBA (Business Analytics) admissions 2025-27 have been announced and can be checked through the institute's official website.
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IIT Dhanbad MBA Eligibility & Highlights 2025
MBA courses at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad are offered through the Department of Management Studies & Industrial Engineering. The institute offers an MBA in Business Analytics specialisation, which requires candidates to complete their BTech/ BE degree with a minimum score of 60% aggregate, and 55% for the reserved category. Check out the admission requirements for the general MBA course:
MBA: Applicants must ensure that they have completed their bachelor's degree with a decent 60% aggregate (55% reserved for the category). Thus, the only difference is that for the MBA in BA, applicants should complete a BTech/ BE degree.
Admission Process:
- Online application through the institute's official website
- Shortlisting for PI based on CAT scores
- Personal Interview (PI) conducted in various cities (Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, Dhanbad)
- Final Selection based on the following weightage: PI (40%), CAT Percentile (35%), Past Academic Records (10%), Industrial Experience (10%), Female Candidate (5%)
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Eligibility Criteria
Official MBA/PGDM Ranking
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IIT Dhanbad MBA/PGDMPopular courses
IIT DhanbadFees details 2025
| Fee components | Amount (for 2 years) |
|---|---|
₹ 3 L | |
₹ 77.7 K | |
₹ 12.9 K | |
₹ 3.91 L |
These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.
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IIT Dhanbad MBA Admission Dates 2025
MBA course admissions at IIT ISM Dhanbad are based on CAT scofres with the CAT 2024 exam date being November 24, 2024. Candidates must be aware of CAT important exam dates. Students may look below for IIT Dhanbad MBA admission dates:
| Dates | Upcoming Events |
|---|---|
5 Nov '25 - 30 Nov '25 | CAT 2025 admit card download |
30 Nov '25 | CAT 2025 exam |
Dec '25 | CAT 2025 result announcementTentative |
| Dates | Past Events |
|---|---|
1 Aug '25 - 20 Sep '25 | CAT 2025 registration |
May '25 | MBA/PGDM Declaration of Admission Results Tentative |
Commonly asked questions On Admissions
IIT Dhanbad MBA Admission 2025: How to Apply?
The IIT Dhanbad admission process includes multiple steps. Candidates must check the steps below to get a seat in IIT Dhanbad ISM MBA:
Application Process
IIT Dhanbad accepts applications via online mode. The MBA application fee is INR 1,600 for Gen/ OBC/ EWS and INR 800 for SC/ ST/ PwD. Find below the steps to apply for IIT ISM Dhanbad admission for MBA:
- Visit the official admission portal (https://admission.iitism.ac.in/).
- Click on 'Apply Now' and register with the basic details.
- Log in and fill out the application form.
- Upload the documents and pay the application fee.
- Submit the form.
Documents required at the time of application
Below are the documents required during the application process:
- Scanned photograph & signature
- Qualifying degree mark sheet of final semester/ final year
- Valid CAT scorecard as indicated in the application form
- Caste certificate/ EWS certificate to avail seat reservation under respective reserved category
- PwD Certificate
- Valid Proof of industrial experience in months (if applicable)
Selection Rounds
The institute will shortlist candidates for the MBA programme based on the below-mentioned parameters:
| Parameter | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Personal interview | 40% |
| CAT score | 35% |
| Past academic records | 10% |
| Industrial experience | 10% |
| Female candidate | 5% |
Counselling
Shortlisted candidates must appear for counselling and document verification and at last pay the required admission fees to confirm their seat.
Commonly asked questions On Application Process
IIT Dhanbad MBA Cutoff
IIT Dhanbad accepts CAT scores and considers the performance of the candidates in the qualifying examination. Below are the criteria for the IIT Dhanbad cut-off for MBA admission:
| Class 10/ Class 12 % | Score |
|---|---|
| 85% to 100% | 3 |
| 70% to < 85% | 2 |
| 60% to < 70% | 1 |
| Graduation % | Score |
|---|---|
| 85% to 100%, CGPA ? 8.5 | 4 |
| 70% to < 85%, 7.5 ? CGPA < 8.5 | 3 |
| 60% to < 70%, 6.5 ? CGPA < 7.5 | 2 |
For candidates who are currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree:
| Class 10/ Class 12 % | Score |
|---|---|
| 90% to 100% | 5 |
| 80% to < 90% | 4 |
| 70% to < 80% | 3 |
| 60% to < 70% | 2 |
Industrial Experience will be evaluated by the following criteria:
| Experience in Months | Score |
|---|---|
| ? 12 months to ? 24 months | 4 |
| >24 months to ? 36 months | 7 |
| More than 36 months | 10 |
4MBA in Business Analytics - IIT Dhanbad : CAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
| Section | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Quants | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| VA-RC | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| DI-LR | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - IIT Dhanbad : CAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
| Section | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Quants | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| VA-RC | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| DI-LR | 50 | 50 | 50 |
Commonly asked questions On Cutoff
IIT Dhanbad MBA/PGDMIIT Dhanbad MBA Seats 2025
A total of 92 seats are available for the IIT Dhanbad MBA course. Check below the MBA specialisation-wise intake and reservation criteria:
MBA
| Category | Seat |
|---|---|
| UR | 25 |
| SC | 9 |
| ST | 5 |
| OBC-NCL | 17 |
| EWS | 6 |
MBA Business Analytics
| Category | Seat |
|---|---|
| UR | 13 |
| SC | 4 |
| ST | 2 |
| OBC-NCL | 8 |
| EWS | 3 |
Commonly asked questions On Seats
IIT Dhanbad MBA Placements 2025
The IIT Dhanbad MBA placement details or course-wise data have not been released. However, the collective data is available. The key highlights of IIT Dhanbad placements 2024 and 2023 are presented below:
| Particulars | Placement Statistics (2023) | Placement Statistics (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Average package | INR 29.60 LPA (highest) | N/A |
| Companies participated | N/A | 254 |
| Job profiles offers | N/A | 307 |
| Total job offers | N/A | 1,054 (non-unique) |
| International offers | N/A | 11 |
| PPOs | N/A | 184 |
| Total students placed | 1,108 | 993 |
| Overall placement rate | 76.57% | N/A |
Insights on Placements
Based on 197 Student Responses
Internships and industry projects
Students can work with faculty on research projects
Internships and industry projects
Offered every semester
Employment opportunities
Many students started their own start-ups
Employment opportunities
Both in core & non-core jobs
Higher studies preferences
Both inside India & outside India
Placement support
Organized & proactive placement process
Alumni network
Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities
Entrepreneurship cell
Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved
Overall feeling of students
Love being in college
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IIT Dhanbad MBA Rankings
MBA at IIT Dhanbad has been ranked by NIRF again for the academic year 2025. The institute has been ranked by the NIRF ranking body multiple times, or one can say, in consecutive three academic years. The IIT Dhanbad ranking for the Management Category shows a fluctuating trend in these years. Check out the exact IIT Dhanbad MBA ranking in the following table:
| Publisher | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | 48 | 46 | 48 |
Commonly asked questions On Rankings
Top online MBA/PGDM courses offered by IIT Dhanbad
IIT Dhanbad vs IIM Amritsar vs IIT Roorkee
Tabulated below is the comparison between the MBA offered at IIT Dhanbad, IIM Amritsar and IIT Roorkee based on rankings, and fee parameters:
| MBA Institutes | MBA Rankings (NIRF 2024) | Total Tuition Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| MBA at IIT Dhanbad | 46 | INR 3 Lakh |
| MBA at IIT Roorkee | 18 | INR 4 Lakh - INR 8 Lakh |
| MBA at IIM Amritsar | 47 | INR 12.5 Lakh - INR 14 Lakh |
*The fee is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative.
Compare MBA/PGDM at IIT Dhanbad with other similar colleges
| College | Median Salary | Total Tuition Fees | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹ 10.38 LPA | ₹ 3 L | #48 NIRF, 2025 | |
| ₹ 18.5 LPA | ₹ 4 L | -/- | |
| ₹ 19.9 LPA | ₹ 7 L - 13.5 L | #27 NIRF, 2025 | |
| -/- | ₹ 16 L | -/- | |
| -/- | ₹ 8 L - 16.8 L | #51 NIRF, 2025 | |
| ₹ 22.15 LPA | ₹ 10 L - 25 L | -/- |
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IIT Dhanbad MBA Scholarships 2025
IIT Dhanbad offers both merit and need-based scholarships. Listed below are the scholarships provided by IIT Dhanbad (ISM):
- Merit Cum Means Scholarship
- Endowment Scholarship
- Benevolent Fund
- ISMAANA Scholarship
- Sandvik Scholarship
Eligibility for Merit-cum-Means Scholarship
- The annual family income for all sources should not be more than INR 5 lakh per annum for availing tuition fee waiver.
- Annual family income includes the income of both the parents (father and mother) and students from all sources.
Commonly asked questions On Scholarships
IIT Dhanbad MBA FAQs 2025
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 3 weeks ago
Indian Institute of Technology Dhanbad is one of the eminent institutions which offer quality education to the students. The institute offers UG, PG, and PhD programmes under the guidance of experts. The institute has a vast core curriculum which focuses on therotical and practical knowledge. IIT Dh
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Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad admission is based on merit and entrance exams. The institute accepts national entrance exams such as JEE Main, CAT, MAT, GATE, IIT JAM, and others. Students can apply directly through the official website. Before applying to the course
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Answered 4 weeks ago
You can get into the BTech courses offered by IIT (ISM) Dhanbad through JEE Mains. However, JEE Mains isn't enough. One must clear JEE Advanced to get into any of the IITs. The same applies to the IIT Dhanbad admissions as well. To summarise:
IIT Dhanbad BTech Admission = Clearing JEE Mains + JEE Ad
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A safe rank for MSc admissions at IIT ISM Dhanbad for the OBC AI category is between 194 and 1302. This is the overall cutoff range, including all the rounds and specialisations. The lower the cutoff, the higher the chance of a seat at IIT ISM Dhanbad. The round-wise IIT JAM cutoff range for 2025 is
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The sector-wise number of MTech students placed during 2025 placement drive is presented below:
Sectors | MTech Students Placed (2025) |
|---|---|
BFSI | 2 |
Consulting | 1 |
Core Engineering | 103 |
Education | 13 |
Government | 1 |
Healthcare | 3 |
IT | 20 |
Oil & Gas | 19 |
PSU | 2 |
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