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ISBM Kolkata Admission 2026: Eligibility & Selection, Fee, Application Process

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  • ISBM Kolkata Admission Overview 2026
  • ISBM Kolkata Eligibility & Selection Criteria 2026
  • ISBM Kolkata Admission Process 2026Up Arrow Icon
  • ISBM Kolkata Application Process 2026
  • ISBM Kolkata Scholarships
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ISBM Kolkata Admission Overview 2026

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   Can I get direct admission at ISBM Kolkata?
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ISBM Kolkata does not provide direct admission. Candidates have to appear for an entrance exam to get shortlisted. The institute accepts CAT, XAT, MAT or CMAT scores. ISBM Kolkata also conducts a competency test to select aspirants for admission. Selected candidates are further called for a group discussion and personal interview round.

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Q:   What is the fee structure for ISBM?
A: 

ISBM Kolkata course fee does not include hostel fees and expenses for living. The structure and schedule for the fees is as below:

InstallmentsAmount
1st Installment at the time of admissionINR 1,10,000 
2nd Installment Jun 1 2026INR 2,37,500
3rd Installment Nov 10, 2026INR 2,37,500
4th Installment Jun 10, 2027INR 2,37, 500
5th Installment Nov 10, 2027INR 2, 37,500

Other expenses are as below:

  • Caution Money Deposit of INR 10,000 - This is refundable.
  • Placement fees as specified by Placement Assistance Cell - INR 20,000
  • Alumni Life Membership - INR 10,000
  • Note: This amount is taken from official sources and can change.
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Q:   What is the selection criteria for PGDM admission at ISB and M Kolkata?
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ISB & M Kolkata PGDM course admission is done on the basis of merit in the accepted examinations and academic records. Find below the selection criteria and weightage:

Selection Criteria

Weightage

Score card (CAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT) or ISB & M test

25%

Academic

25%

GD & PI

40%

Work experience

10%

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ISBM Kolkata Eligibility & Selection Criteria 2026

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ISBM Kolkata Admission Process 2026

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Q:   Can I get admission at ISBM Kolkata with 60% in Class 12?
A: 

ISBM Kolkata offers a two-year PGDM course. The minimum qualification required for admission to PGDM is graduation. Aspirants need to complete their graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate with 70% in CAT or 65% in XAT for admission. Candidates with 75% each in Class 10 and Class 12 along with 60% in graduation can also get admission provided they have a valid score in CAT/ XAT.

Q:   How can I get admission at ISBM Kolkata?
A: 

ISBM Kolkata admission is based on entrance-exam score. Aspirants need to qualify Management entrance exams such as CAT, MAT, XAT or CMAT scores. Candidates can also appear for ISB&M written competency test for admission. Selected candidates are further called for a group discussion and personal interview round. Candidates further need to pay the course fee to confirm their seat in the institute.

Q:   Can I get into International School of Business and Media, Kolkata without CAT?
A: 

International School of Business and Media, Kolkata offers a large diversity of courses to students in Management field. ISB&M Kolkata admissions are held on the basis of entrance tests. Students seeking course admissions must clear their previous qualifying examination and appear for any of the prescribed entrance exams such as XAT, CAT, CMAT, among others. Students can visit the official website to learn more regarding the course-wise eligibility and specialisation details.

ISBM Kolkata PGDM Admission 2026

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iconEligibility Criteria

  • Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: XAT, CAT, CMAT

iconDates & Events

DatesUpcoming Events
10 Jul '25 - 5 Dec '25
XAT 2026 Exam registrationOngoing
20 Dec '25
XAT 2026 admit card download starts
4 Jan '26
XAT 2026 Exam
Jan '26
XAT 2026 resultTentative
Jan '26
XAT 2026 Cut Offs ReleaseTentative
DatesPast Events
30 Nov '25
CAT 2025 exam
17 Oct '25 - 24 Nov '25
CMAT 2026 registration and application process
12 Nov '25
CAT 2025 admit card download
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On MBA/PGDM Admissions
Q:   What is the selection criteria for PGDM at ISBM Kolkata?
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ISBM Kolkata selects candidates for PGDM based on academic qualification, entrance exam score and performance of the aspirants in group discussion and personal interview round. Below are the selection parameters for PGDM along with their weightages:

Selection ParameterWeightage
Entrance test25%
Academics25%
GD & PI40%
Work experience10%
Q:   What are the electives in PGDM at ISBM Kolkata?
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ISBM Kolkata offers a two-year full-time PGDM course. During the course, students study core courses and selects an elective programme equivalent to 60 credits. Below are the elective combinations available for PGDM at ISBM Kolkata:

Marketing with Finance

  • Finance with Marketing
  • Marketing with Media & Communication
  • Insurance & Risk Management with Marketing /Finance
  • Marketing /Finance/IRM with Supply Chain & Operations Management (only for Engineers)
  • Human Resource with Marketing
  • Human Resource with Industrial Relations
Q:   What is the selection criteria for PGDM admission at ISB and M Kolkata?
A: 

ISB & M Kolkata PGDM course admission is done on the basis of merit in the accepted examinations and academic records. Find below the selection criteria and weightage:

Selection Criteria

Weightage

Score card (CAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT) or ISB & M test

25%

Academic

25%

GD & PI

40%

Work experience

10%

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Indrani Choudhury

Updated on Nov 24, 2025