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IIM Bangalore: Fees, Admission 2026, Courses, Placements, Ranking, Cutoff

Q: How tough is it to get into IIM-B?

IIM Bangalore admission to Indian students is offered via CAT and the international students need to register for GMAT or GRE. IIM Bangalore conducts IIM-B tests for admission to Executive MBA (EPGP) and PhD courses. IIM Bangalore course admissions are entrance-based for all courses. The table below showcases the eligibility and selection criteria for IIM Bangalore courses: Course Name Eligibility Selection Criteria MBA Graduation with 50% aggregate (45 % for SC/ST students) CAT/ GMAT + PI + WAT + Past academic performance Download Test paper: FREE CAT MBA in Business Analytics Graduation CAT EPGP A graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate or equivalent CGPA + min. 5 years of experience. Academic record, GMAT/ GRE scores, quality of work experience, PI and WAT PGPEM Graduation in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate SC/ ST/ PwD) A minimum of 4-year work experience is required CAT/ GMAT/ GRE / IIMB Test + PI + Academic Performance + Work Experience

Q: What is the reality of placements in IIM Bengaluru?

A total of 283 PPOs were made and 219 PPOs were accepted during IIM Bangalore PGP and PGPBA placements 2026. The median and average package recorded during PGP and PGPBA placements 2026 was INR 34.75 LPA and 35.35 LPA. Consulting emerged as the top hiring sector in 2026. IIM Bangalore PGP and PGPBA placement highlights 2026 as compared with previous two years are mentioned below: Particulars Statistics (2024) Statistics (2025) Statistics (2026) Average Salary ₹ 35.92 L ₹ 34.88 L ₹ 35.35 L Median Salary ₹ 32.5 L ₹ 32.61 L ₹ 34.75 L Offers Made 572 660 665 Companies Visited 163 177 177 PPOs Offered 247 263 283 International Offers 29 22 7 Total Students 517 601 605

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IIM Bangalore admission 2026 is open for several courses. The latest updates regarding IIM Bangalore admissions 2026 are as follows:

The Round-1 application deadline for Executive MBA is Aug 17, 2026. The interview will be conducted between Sep 5 and Sep 6, 2026.
The last date to apply for BBA (DBE) admissions 2026 is Jun 30, 2026. IIMB DBE Entrance Test will be conducted on Jul 26, 2026.
The CAT 2026 registration is expected to start in the Aug, 2026 for admission to the MBA course.
The GATE 2026 exam has been concluded for Phd admission.

IIM Bangalore Highlights 2026

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, also known as IIMB is one of India’s prime business schools, located in Bangalore, Karnataka. The institute is one of Asia’s leading Management graduate schools. IIMB campus is strategically located in Bangalore which is the tech and innovation hub of India.

IIM Institute Bangalore is globally accredited by EQUIS. Students can check the top highlights of IIM Bangalore below:

Popular Course:The flagship programme at IIMB includes MBA which is offered across several specialisations.
Admission Criteria: Admission to IIMB is based on entrance exams (CAT/ GMAT) followed by a written test, group discussion, and a personal interview.
Rankings: According to the latest NIRF rankings 2025, IIMB has been ranked 2 under the ‘Management’ category in the 2025 rankings.
Placements: The average and median package recorded during IIM Bangalore placement 2026 for PGP and PGPBA programs stood at INR 35.35 LPA and 34.75 LPA.
Cutoff: To be considered for the IIM Bangalore MBA (PGP) shortlist, General category candidates require a minimum overall CAT percentile of 85, with sectional cut-offs of 80 (VARC), 75 (DILR), and 75 (QA).
Partnership and Collaboration: IIMB Bangalore facilitates women entrepreneurship in partnership with Goldman Sachs and Kotak Bank. IIMB has collaborated with the NITI Aayog to support new ventures.

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Q: How tough is it to get into IIM-B?

IIM Bangalore admission to Indian students is offered via CAT and the international students need to register for GMAT or GRE.

IIM Bangalore conducts IIM-B tests for admission to Executive MBA (EPGP) and PhD courses. IIM Bangalore course admissions are entrance-based for all courses.

The table below showcases the eligibility and selection criteria for IIM Bangalore courses:

Course Name	Eligibility	Selection Criteria
MBA	Graduation with 50% aggregate (45 % for SC/ST students)	CAT/ GMAT + PI + WAT + Past academic performance Download Test paper: FREE CAT

MBA in Business Analytics	Graduation	CAT
EPGP	A graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate or equivalent CGPA + min. 5 years of experience.	Academic record, GMAT/ GRE scores, quality of work experience, PI and WAT
PGPEM	Graduation in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate SC/ ST/ PwD) A minimum of 4-year work experience is required	CAT/ GMAT/ GRE/ IIMB Test + PI + Academic Performance + Work Experience

Q: What is the reality of placements in IIM Bengaluru?

A total of 283 PPOs were made and 219 PPOs were accepted during IIM Bangalore PGP and PGPBA placements 2026.

The median and average package recorded during PGP and PGPBA placements 2026 was INR 34.75 LPA and 35.35 LPA. Consulting emerged as the top hiring sector in 2026.

IIM Bangalore PGP and PGPBA placement highlights 2026 as compared with previous two years are mentioned below:

Particulars	Statistics (2024)	Statistics (2025)	Statistics (2026)
Average Salary	₹ 35.92 L	₹ 34.88 L	₹ 35.35 L
Median Salary	₹ 32.5 L	₹ 32.61 L	₹ 34.75 L
Offers Made	572	660	665
Companies Visited	163	177	177
PPOs Offered	247	263	283
International Offers	29	22	7
Total Students	517	601	605

Q: 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.

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It's a comprehensive course for students, very gen-zfied

Learning Experience: The course is very relevant to our day-to-day life and the industry's needs. We get to learn many creative subjects like accounts, coding, building a venture from 250, and UI/UX. The level of skills and guidance that is provided here is unimaginable. It provides you with an upper edge over a normal BBA, where it is only about the old-school rigorous subjects.

Placements: They haven't guaranteed placements, but yeah, people are getting very good opportunities through it, like someone is going for an educational trip to Japan, internships, and even one of my friends is going to Russia through that.

Faculty: They have one of the best faculties all over India. The lectures and the tests are very comprehensive, testing the needs and satisfying the learning aspects in one of the most prestigious Institutes in India. The course has a trimester system in one year, with 3 semesters.

Course Support: The management is very managed and guided, as their response is quick and helpful. The course support is nice, you also get a forum to discuss the topic and share your views, and we also have doubt sessions with the professors, which is very useful to me.

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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2022

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The best IIM in India, with great industrial exposure.

Placements: Placements were totally amazing, and I was quite satisfied with the placements via IIM Bangalore. Students got the best industrial exposure here in Bangalore. The average package size was 13 LPA, and the maximum package offered was 45 LPA. Internships opportunities were provided to students in their first year itself.

Infrastructure: Best-in-class infrastructure and amazing amenities were provided by the college. The campus life at IIM Bangalore was amazing, with youth fests, fairs, and cultural programs organized by the college on a regular basis. Sports facilities and opportunities were given to students, and the food quality in the mess and canteen was average.

Faculty: Teachers were well-experienced and dedicated to their duties. They were very helpful and polite towards students. Faculty members at IIM Bangalore were selected from top candidates all over India. Their teaching style was relatable to the corporate sector, the curriculum was totally relevant, and the passing percentage was 45%.

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Placements: Above 40% of students are placed from my course. The highest package offered for this course is 17 LPA, and the lowest is 4 LPA. Top recruiting companies hiring students in this college. The percentage of student internships is greater than 30%.

Infrastructure: Facilities and infrastructure available in this course are nice. Wi-Fi, classrooms as well a library are available for students. Canteen food in my college is good. Medical facilities are available in college. Sports and games facilities are also available.

Faculty: Teachers in my course are helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. All teachers have greater teaching quality. Course curriculum is relevant and makes students industry-ready. Semester exams in this course are easy therefore pass percentage is more than 50%.

Other: I chose this course to learn the facts and knowledge about this course. Nothing needs to be improved. Festivals are so well celebrated in the college. Scholarships are available for students in the college.

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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2024

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Absolutely satisfied facilities and have great faculty, good placements in 2024.

Placements: Many companies based out in South India visit, covering every sector, including food processing, tech, and consultancy, with Bangalore City having a huge impact. The entrepreneurship cell of IIPM is gaining significant momentum, which is reflected in many students opting for entrepreneurship.

Infrastructure: The facilities and infrastructure of this college are really good and include great labs. There is also an air-conditioned library with a capacity for 2,400 students, and all the necessary books are available. Hostel infrastructure includes very sound facilities, including 2 BHK rooms, full-time Wi-Fi, laundry, and security facilities.

Faculty: It had a mixture of fresh and experienced faculty. People with domain knowledge and with experience in the respective field was present. Faculty were very much approachable in terms of solving your difficulties and exam structure is divided into 2 years. In the first year, the entire basics of each specialization is taught. We had a trimester system with 3 end-term exams in a year and each semester had 5-6 subjects.

Other: Yes, I aced a personal interview from the admission cell and on the first day, we got the orientation program with the faculty members as well as college senior management.

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Everything, including faculty, placements, and facilities, is of top quality at this college.

Placements: IIM Bangalore is one of the top management colleges in the country. At this college, 100% of students get placements for our course. The average package offered in this college was 8-13 LPA. The top recruiting companies were Capgemini, Cognizant, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Goldman Sachs, etc., for our course. All the students get internship opportunities at our college with a handsome stipend.

Infrastructure: The campus of IIM Bangalore is very big, and the infrastructure of the college is top-notch. All the facilities are given to the students, and the quality of this is very good. Wi-Fi, labs, canteen, sports complex, auditoriums, halls, etc., are available on the campus. The hostel facility is also good. The food in the mess is good to eat. The rooms are furnished and big enough.

Faculty: This college has both guest and permanent faculty. The faculty at this college is highly qualified and knowledgeable. The teaching quality is good enough. All the training is given by the college professors. The course curriculum of this college is relevant, making the students industry-ready. The exams at the college are of a hard difficulty level.

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Really good infrastructure & teachers.

Placements: There were approximately 90% of students placed in my course. The highest and lowest packages offered were 15 and 7 LPA respectively. Top companies such as Amazon and TCS recruited from my course. There were eighty percent of students who got internships in many companies such as Amazon and Accenture. Companies offer internships to students for roles such as Tally and MS Office Word.

Infrastructure: The college provides many facilities such as Wi-Fi, labs, classrooms, and a library. Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus. The labs are also well-equipped and provide all the necessary materials. The classrooms are very huge and can accommodate all the students comfortably. Projectors are also available in the classrooms. The library is also huge and has all types of books. In my hostel, variety of quality food is available. The quality of all food is very good in the mess and the food is prepared hygienically. Sports and games are also available in the college. The college provides many types of games and sports such as cricket, badminton, and indoor and outdoor games.

Faculty: The teachers are well educated, knowledgeable and they provide solutions to every problem. Their teaching quality is very good. They are very friendly in nature. The college also helps students with industrial visits. In every semester students go for industrial visits. The semester exams are difficult. However, with the help of faculty members, students can crack the exams easily and get good marks. Most students pass the exams with a percentage above 70.

Other: After my graduation, I chose this programme because this course is difficult and I love to do things which are difficult . The best thing about my course is that they improve decision making and skills. I think there is no need to improve anything in my course. Events are held by the college which is very good for students, Campus is very well furnished, Wi-Fi connectivity is also good and high-speed internet is provided in all campus. Scholarship is also available but only to those students who can crack the college entrance exam and get good marks. Extra activities are also done by the college which is very good for all the students.

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IIM Bangalore Popular Programmes 2026

IIMB Bangalore offers a wide variety of PG, doctoral, certificate, and short-term executive programmes to students in the field of Management. IIM Bangalore flagship course is MBA, which is available across 10 electives, including Decision Sciences, Economics and Social Sciences, and Entrepreneurship among others. The duration of the courses at the Indian Institute of Management Bengaluru IIM Bengaluru ranges from 2 years to 5 years.

Apart from general courses, IIMB Bangalore also offers online courses, Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) were first made available by IIMB in 2014 through its digital learning programme, IIMBx, in collaboration with edX, a Harvard and MIT project that is not-for-profit. In addition to edX, the curriculum also provides courses on IIMBx, SWAYAM IIM Bangalore, and its own platform.

IIM Bangalore graduates are placed in eminent organisations such as Amazon, Accenture, Microsoft, Deloitte, Google, etc. Candidates can refer to the below information to learn about IIM Institute Bangalore eligibility, IIMB popular courses and fees:

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Q: Which entrance exam is accepted by IIM Bangalore?

IIM Bangalore offers admission to all its courses on the basis of both, merit and entrance scores. IIM Bangalore accepts national-level entrance exams. The college accepts CAT, GMAT, GRE, IIMB DBE, GATE, etc. scores for admission to its courses.

Q: Is IIM Bangalore hard to get?

No, IIM Bangalore is not hard to get for determined students. Follow the Indian Institute of Management–Bangalore (IIM–Bangalore) application process mentioned below:

Step 1: Visit the official website and apply for the entrance exam (CAT).

Step 2: Take part in the selection process.

Step 3: Composite score is prepared in the final selection process.

Step 4: In the end, allotment of the college takes place.

Q: Is IIM Bangalore hard to get?

No, IIM Bangalore is not hard to get for dedicated students. Students who meet the eligibility criteria can easily get admission in this college. The mode of Indian Institute of Management Bangalore Bengaluru course admissions is online. IIM Bangalore admission to various postgraduate and PhD programmes is based on national-level entrance exams. Indian Institute of Management Bangalore India accepted entrance exams are CAT, GATE, and UGC NET. IIMB admission to the flagship course, i.e., MBA, is based on a valid score in the CAT exam, followed by a Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT) round.

IIM Bangalore Placements 2026

A total of 283 PPOs were made and 219 PPOs were accepted during IIM Bangalore PGP and PGPBA placements 2026. The batch of 605 students received 665 offers in 2026. 177 companies visited the campus and 7 international offers were made. Out of the total students, 9 students opted out of placements.

Consulting emerged as the top hiring sector in 2026. IIM Bangalore PGP and PGPBA placement highlights 2026 as compared with previous two years are mentioned below:

Particulars	Statistics (2024)	Statistics (2025)	Statistics (2026)
Average Salary	₹ 35.92 L	₹ 34.88 L	₹ 35.35 L
Median Salary	₹ 32.5 L	₹ 32.61 L	₹ 34.75 L
Offers Made	572	660	665
Companies Visited	163	177	177
PPOs Offered	247	263	283
International Offers	29	22	7
Total Students	517	601	605

Course	Median Salary
MBA/PGDM	₹34.75 LPA
Executive MBA/PGDM	₹36.5 LPA

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American Express

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McKinseyCompany

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Kotak Mahindra Bank

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Q: What is the median package offered during IIM Bangalore MBA placements?

The median salary trends witnessed during IIM Bangalore PGP and PGP BA placements over the past three years are presented below:

Particulars	PGP + PGPBA Placement Statistics (2023)	PGP + PGPBA Placement Statistics (2024)	PGP + PGPBA Placement Statistics (2025)
Median Package	INR 33 LPA	INR 32.5 LPA	INR 32.61 LPA

Q: Who are the top recruiters during IIM Bangalore EPGP placements?

Some of the top recruiters that visited IIM Bangalore campus during EPGP placements 2026 included Accenture, McKinsey, Flipkart, TVS and Samsung.

Q: Which is the top recruiting sector during IIM Bangalore PGP placements?

Consulting was the top recruiting sector during IIM Bangalore PGP placements 2026. The placement distribution in this sector was 45% in 2026.

Q: How many offers are made during IIM Bangalore PGP placements?

Offers made during IIM Bangalore PGP placements 2026 and previous two years is presented below:

Particulars	PGP + PGPBA Placement Statistics 2024	PGP + PGPBA Placement Statistics 2025	PGP + PGPBA Placement Statistics 2026
Offers made	572	660	665
International offers	29	22	7
Total students	517	602	605
Students opted out	1	7	9

IIM Bangalore Cutoff 2025

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore admissions are decided on the scores obtained by candidates in the CAT entrance exam. The IIM Bangalore cutoff 2025 may only be available to the students who appeared for the entrance exam using their registered login ID and password. IIM Bangalore CAT cutoff is generally not released on public platform.

To be considered for the IIM Bangalore MBA (PGP) shortlist, General category candidates require a minimum overall CAT percentile of 85, with sectional cut-offs of 80 (VARC), 75 (DILR) and 75 (QA). Check the latest IIMB cutoff details in this space:

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IIM Bangalore Admission Updates 2026

The mode of Indian Institute of Management Bangalore Bengaluru course admissions is online. IIM Bangalore admission to various postgraduate and PhD programmes is based on national-level entrance exams.

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore India accepted entrance exams are CAT, GATE and UGC NET.
IIM Bangalore MBA courses admission is based on a valid score in the CAT exam, followed by a Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT) round.
IIM Bangalore offers admission to Indian students via CAT and international students via GMAT/ GRE.

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MBA/PGDM Admissions 2026

4 Courses40 weeks-2 years

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CAT, GMAT, GRE

Important dates

Dates	Events
Aug '26	CAT 2026 application processTentative
Nov '26	CAT 2026 admit card download Tentative
Dec '26	CAT 2026 result announcementTentative

BBA Admissions 2026

1 Course3 years

Eligibility

10+2 with 60% aggregate
Accepting Exams: IIMB DBE

Important dates

Dates	Events
13 Apr '26 - 30 Jun '26	IIMB DBE Entrance Test Application Form 2026Ongoing
30 Jun '26	BBA DBE, Last Date to Apply
26 Jul '26	IIMB BBA DBE Entrance Test 2026

Executive MBA/PGDM Admissions 2026

1 Course1 year

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate

Important dates

Dates	Events
17 Aug '26	Executive MBA/PGDM Round-1 last date to apply
5 Sep '26 - 6 Sep '26	Executive MBA/PGDM Round-1 Interviews
19 Aug '26 - 25 Nov '26	Executive MBA/PGDM Round-2 Registrations

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Q: How can I get MBA in IIM Bangalore?

IIM Bangalore offers an MBA and a few other courses at PG levels in the field of Management. IIM Bangalore admission is entrance-based for all courses. Students are required to go through the national-level entrances and then appear for the institute-level selection rounds for final admission. Check below the eligibility criteria for all IIM Bangalore programmes:

Course Name	Eligibility Criteria
MBA	Graduation with 50% aggregate (45 % for SC/ST students)
MBA in Business Analytics	Graduation
PGPEM	- Graduation in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate SC/ ST/ PwD) - A minimum of 4-year work experience is required
PGPPM	- Graduation in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate SC/ ST/ PwD) - A minimum of 5-year work experience is required

Q: What is the CAT exam cutoff required to get admission to IIM Bangalore?

The CAT cut offs for IIM Bangalore hovers between 97-100 percentile. The qualifying CAT cut off required for being eligible for IIM Bangalore's Written Ability test (What) and Personal Interview PI is 85 percentile for General category students, whereas for SC candidates, it is 70 percentile. For ST candidates, it is 65 percentile and for PwD candidates it is 60 percentile. Given below are the sectional and overall qualifying CAT cut offs for IIM Bangalore.

General category: 80 VARC 75 DILR 75 Quantitative Aptitude 85 (Overall)
NC-OBC category: 75 VARC 65 DILR 65 Quantitative Aptitude 75 (Overall)
EWS category: 70 VARC 65 DILR 65 Quantitative Aptitude 75 (Overall)
SC category: 65 VARC 60 DILR 60 Quantitative Aptitude 70 (Overall)
ST category: 55 VARC 55 DILR 55 Quantitative Aptitude 65 (Overall)
PwD category: 50 VARC 50 DILR 50 Quantitative Aptitude 60 (Overall)

Q: Can I get admission at IIM Bangalore without entrance exam?

Admission criteria to IIM Bangalore is both, merit and entrance based. The eligibility criteria to get into IIMJ programmes is graduation in any discipline (this may vary from course to course) with a minimum aggregate of 50-55%, along with entrance exams. For UG courses, candidates need to acquire a minimum aggregate of 60% in Class 12, along with valid entrance scores.

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IIM Bangalore Rankings 2026

IIM Bangalore rank is #2 under the category 'Management' in the NIRF 2025 Rankings. In the FT Global 2024 Rankings, IIM B is positioned as the 3rd best institute in India's MBA landscape, securing a commendable 47th rank globally. The premier MBA institute has been ranked by prestigious national and international ranking bodies such as QS World, NIRF, IIRF, and Business Today, etc. Tabulated below are the IIMB rankings:

Ranking Body	Category	Ranking
QS World University Rankings 2026	Global MBA	52
QS World University Rankings 2025	Masters In Management	32
NIRF 2025	Management	2
Outlook 2025	MBA/ PGDM	2

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Publisher	2023	2024	2026
Business Today	2	2	– / –
QS World University Rankings	– / –	– / –	64

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Publisher	2024	2025	2026
NIRF	2	2	– / –
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QS World University Rankings	– / –	53	52

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IIM Bangalore Vs Other IIMs: Which is better?

IIMs are the popular institutes among Management course aspirants. Indian Institute of Management Bengaluru IIM Bengaluru is usually compared with IIM Ahmedabad and IIM Calcutta. Besides, these IIMs, this institute is compared with FMS Delhi, and more such institutes as well. The below table shows comparison between IIM Bangalore and other similar institutes:

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College	Median Salary	Total Tuition Fees	Ranking
IIM Bangalore	₹ 32.61 LPA	₹ 26 L	#2 NIRF, 2025
TAPMI Manipal Compare	₹ 8.9 LPA - 13.5 LPA	₹ 14.7 L - 19.5 L	#39 NIRF, 2025
SIBM Bangalore Compare	₹ 14 LPA	₹ 21.4 L	-/-
IIM Ahmedabad Compare	₹ 20.05 LPA - 34.59 LPA	₹ 27.5 L	#1 NIRF, 2025
NMIMS Bangalore Compare	-/-	₹ 22 L	-/-
GIM Goa Compare	₹ 13 LPA - 15 LPA	₹ 21.45 L	#43 NIRF, 2025

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Q: Which has better hostel facility-IIM Bangalore or IIM Ahmedabad?

A comparison of hostel facilities in top IIMs based on hostel fee and occupancy is mentioned below:

Institute Name	Hostel Fee	Occupancy
IIM Bangalore	INR 80,000 (plus INR 30,000 mess charges/ month)	Single
IIM Ahmedabad	INR 1.76 lakh	Single
IIM Calcutta	INR 1.8 lakh	Single

NOTE: The fee is as per an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative.

Q: What makes CAT tougher than other MBA entrance exams?

Common Admission Test or CAT is a national-level management aptitude test conducted by IIM for admission to MBA. Each year, over 2.3 Lacs candidates take the CAT exam, which is accepted by the IIMs and top MBA colleges in India. It is important to apply strict selection criteria to identify the top candidates among them. That's why, the CAT exam is tougher than other MBA entrance exams. Even though the syllabus of CAT is the same as that of other MBA entrance exams, the question paper set by the IIM faculty always has tough questions. Moreover, CAT has a sectional time limit for each section which is not there in any other exam except XAT.

IIM Bangalore Application Process 2026

Those students who have not scored well in the CAT or any other accepted entrance exams must not feel disappointed and can try again the next year. Candidates willing to get admission to various courses must take part in the IIM Bangalore admission process before the last date of application. Candidates must know their IIM Bangalore eligibility criteria and apply accordingly. The IIM selection process not only includes the selection of students based on their CAT cut-off percentile but also on the basis of their PI performance, WAT/GD, academic history, academic diversity, gender diversity, and work experience. Follow the IIM Bangalore application process mentioned below:

Go to the official website and apply for the entrance exam (CAT).
Take part in the selection process.
Composite score is prepared in the final selection process.
In the end, allotment of the college takes place.

Important Documents for Admission and Application

Class 12 marksheets & Certificate
UG/PG degree marksheets and Certificate
Entrance exam scorecard & admit cards
SOP - if applicable
Aadhaar card or other identity proof
Caste certificate - if applicable
Recommendation letter (for Executive courses)
Passport-size photograph
Transfer Certificate
Migration Certificate - if applicable

Commonly asked questions
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Q: How can I get admission in IIM Bangalore?

To be selected in IIM Bangalore, candidates are required to have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% or an equivalent CGPA (45% for candidates belonging to the SC/ST/PwD category). IIM Bangalore admission 2024 is completely entrance-based. Admission to the flagship course, i.e., the MBA of IIM Bangalore, is based on a valid score in the CAT exam, followed by a personal interview (PI) and written ability test (What) round. IIM Bangalore offers admission to Indian students via CAT and international students via GMAT/GRE. IIM Bangalore conducts the IIM-B tests for admission to Executive MBA (EPGP) and PhD courses.

Q: What is the admission process for Executive MBA at IIM Bangalore?

Admission to EPGP course is based on GRE/ GMAT/ IIMB Test scores. Candidates are shortlisted for the WAT and PI round on the basis of their performance in the entrance exam, scholastic achievement and relevant work experience. An intensive one-year residential programme leading to an MBA, admission to this course is provided to students who qualify all the selection rounds. More highlights regarding IIM Bangalore E-MBA admission are as follows:

Particulars	Admission Highlights (2023)
Course duration	1-year
Seat intake*	75
Total fee*	INR 23 lakh
Eligibility criteria	- A graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate or equivalent CGPA (45% aggregate or equivalent for SC/ ST/ PwD). - Those who have not undergone any UG degree but completed their CA/ ICWA/ CS after Class 12 are also eligible. The requirement of minimum percentage marks /CGPA remains the same as mentioned above. - Minimum 5 years (and preferably less than 12 years) of work experience as of March 31 of the year of admission after completion of graduation - A valid GMAT or GRE score
Selection criteria	Academic record, GMAT/GRE scores, quality of work experience, PI and WAT

Q: What are the documents required at the time of application at IIM Bangalore?

Candidates must keep the below enlisted documents ready at the time of IIM Bangalore application process:

Class 12 marksheets & Certificate
UG/PG degree marksheets and Certificate
Entrance exam scorecard & admit cards
SOP - if applicable
Aadhaar card or other identity proof
Caste certificate - if applicable
Recommendation letter (for Executive courses)
Passport-size photograph
Transfer Certificate
Migration Certificate - if applicable

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IIM Bangalore Scholarships 2026

IIM Bangalore (IIM B) awards various scholarships to students as financial assistance. All the IIMB Bangalore PGP students with an annual household income below INR 8 lakh are eligible to apply for the financial aid. The below-mentioned are the IIM Bangalore scholarships:

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Aditya Birla Scholarship	OPJEMS Scholarship	NTPC Scholarship Scheme
Employment in Social Sector Scholarship	Ministry of Tribal Affairs Scholarship (ST)	Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Scholarship (SC)
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Department of Persons with Disabilities (PwD)	-	-

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Q: Are there any scholarships available at IIM Bangalore?

Students enrolled in the MBA course at IIM Bangalore are eligible to apply for financial aid if their annual household income is less than INR 8 lakh. Consideration is also given to those students who are experiencing extreme financial difficulties as a result of sudden, unforeseen events. Candidates can refer to the table below to know about IIM Bangalore scholarships, along with information on eligibility requirements and award amounts:

Scholarship Name	Category	Eligibility/Amount
Aditya Birla Scholarship	Merit-Based	PGP students of both the first and the second years INR 1.75 lakh
OPJEMS Scholarship	Merit-Based	Offered to top 10 Scholars in 2nd Year INR 1.50 lakh
Citi Women’s Leader Award	Merit-Based	To Top 25% of the Batch based on 1st Year Performance
Siddhartha Padam Award	Director’s Merit	the highest CGPA in Economic, Finance & Accounting INR 50,000
IIMB PGP Alumni First Batch	Differently-Abled	INR 75,000, a Medallion, and a Certificate

Q: Can I get financial aid at IIM Bangalore?

Yes, IIMB extends financial aid to students in need of assistance. The objective of the Financial Aid Policy at IIMB is to ensure that no student is deprived of education at the institute for financial reasons. All PGP students with annual family incomes below INR 8 LPA are eligible to apply for financial aid. Other students with severe financial difficulties arising from sudden unforeseen circumstances are also considered. The Financial Aid Committee undertakes a two-step process for deciding the number of awardees and the quantum of aid. In the first stage, the students are given a financial status score based on four criteria: Annual Gross Household Income (including income of the student if employed before joining IIMB and outstanding loans if any, provided they were not taken for conspicuous consumption), household savings, real estate assets, and other assets. Based on this score, some of the students were called for personal interaction with a faculty panel. Based on the weighted average of these two scores, applicants are provided with 100%, 80%, 60%, 40%, or 20% financial aid.

Q: Does IIM Bangalore offer any scholarships for the MBA programme in Risk Management?

Yes, IIM Bangalore offers scholarships for the MBA programme in Risk Management. The college offers various scholarships to students like Adiya Birla Scholarship, OP Jindal Engineering and Management Scholarship, etc. Its selection criteria include several steps such as application and interview.

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IIM Bangalore Student Life and Culture

The Real Estate Research Group at IIM Bengaluru in collaboration with the CRE Matrix has planned to introduce India’s first scientific model-based commercial rental index. IIM Bangalore is known to frequently get involved in such activities.

IIM Bangalore even arranges cultural fests for students such as Unmaad. The fest has competitions, musical and dance performances, street plays, quizzes, debates, and the grand Unmaad fashion show. Students get to show their talent in these competitions and win awards for their skills and talent.

IIM Bangalore Notable Alumni

IIM Bangalore has the most evolving alumni base excelling in the field of Business Development, Operations, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Administration, Entertainment, Academics, and Management in both India and abroad. Some details of the IIM Bangalore Bengaluru alumni are given here:

Alumni Name	Alumni Description
Koppillil Radhakrishnan	Indian space scientist who headed the Indian Space Research Organisation between November 2009 and December 2014 as Chairman of Space Commission, Secretary of the Department of Space and Chairman of ISRO.
Karan Bajaj	Indian technology entrepreneur and author. He is best known as the founder and CEO of WhiteHat Jr., an Edtech company.
Karan Bhagat	Indian entrepreneur and investor, who is the founder, CEO and MD of IIFL Wealth & Asset Management, an Indian wealth management firm.
Aswath Damodaran	Kerschner Family Chairperson in Finance Education and a Professor of Finance at the Stern School of Business at New York University

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IIM Bangalore Partnerships & Collaborations

IIM Bangalore has deep engagements with several international networks. Indian Institute of Management Bangalore India has collaborated with 90 international partner institutions across the world in 30 countries. IIAM Bangalore has developed an extensive International Student Exchange Network to provide cross-cultural exposure and a global perspective to the students. IM Bangalore has collaborated with reputed universities in several countries like Austria, Belgium, China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and Taiwan. The below-mentioned are IIM Bangalore collaborations:

IIM Bangalore Collaborations
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IIM Bangalore Infrastructure

Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi, IIM Bangalore campus is spread across 100-acre land in south Bengaluru. A new IIMB Jigani campus is also established nearby the IIM B Campus.

IIM-B library is housed in an independent building of 55000 Sq Ft. spread across four levels abutting the amphitheater. Its electronic collection comprises about 79 resources accessible 24 x 7 on and off campus.
IIM-B mess serves four meals every day and there is the night canteen to fuel late-night project submissions.
IIM-B has 16 hostel blocks, one executive block, and the executive accommodation at the Management Development Center, popularly known as MDC. Twenty-four-hour Internet connectivity, fully automatic washing machines, a hair salon, a music room, a student-run library, a recreation room, and a store in the hostel premises are standard features. Laundry and ironing services, an intercom facility, and a guest room facility for visitors are also provided.

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Q: How is the hostel life at IIM Bangalore?

Hostel life at IIM Bangalore is a complete experience for students. All students are provided with on-campus housing in well-appointed single rooms in the IIMB hostels. IIM Bengaluru has 16 hostel blocks, one executive block and the executive accommodation at the Management Development Center. Sports facilities, library, mess services gives a complete breather to students. The sports facility is well-equipped and every sport is available inside the campus except only a few games like swimming, squash, etc.

Q: What places can I visit near IIM Bangalore campus?

Located in Bannerghatta road in Bengaluru, IIM Bangalore campus students have lot of options to explore. There are some hidden gems close to the campus that are great weekend spot. Check below some of the places to check out:

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Q: Does IIM Bangalore have hostel?

IIM Bengaluru has 16 hostel blocks, one executive block and the executive accommodation at the Management Development Center. There are separate hostels for boys and girls. Both the in-campus hostels have single occupancy.

Hostel Facilities

24x7 internet connectivity
Fully-automatic washing machines
Hair saloon
Music room
Student-run library
Recreation room
Laundry and ironing services
Intercom facility
Guest room facility

Q: How is the library at IIM Bangalore?

IIM-B library is housed in an independent building of 55,000 square feet spread across four levels surrounding the amphitheatre. Its electronic collection comprises about 79 resources accessible 24 x 7 on and off campus to its faculty, research scholars, and students, and it also receives about 17 online resources as a beneficiary of the eShodh Sindhu Consortium under the MHRD, Government of India. It has a collection of 1,68,102 books, 37,353 brand volumes, 5,375 working papers, 1,130 theses, 12,802 project reports, etc.

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IIM Bangalore FAQs

Students can check the FAQs below:

Q: Why choose IIM Bangalore executive MBA course?

With an average package of INR 33.07 LPA and an NIRF ranking of 2 for its Management courses, E-MBA from IIMs is considered one of the best choices for working professionals who want to improve their knowledge and education level by pursuing a Management degree. Additionally, IIM Bangalore has seen an improving trend in the average package over the years. In 2022, the average package stood at INR 30.09 LPA and INR 26.08 LPA in 2021.

Q: Is IIM Bangalore good choice for MBA?

Getting an MBA from an IIM in India, IIM Bangalore or any other is undoubtedly worthwhile. Considered among the top B-schools in India for Management (PGP) education, IIMs carry a brand name and reputation which is competitive even in the international education industry. Moving to IIM Bangalore, IIM-B is the second-best IIM and Management institute in the country as per NIRF report 2023. Some of the key areas which make IIM Bangalore MBA (PGP degree) one of the best in the country are as follows:

Total Fee: INR 24.5 lakh
Median package: INR 33.00 LPA
Average package: INR 35.31 LPA

By paying a total fee of approximately INR 25 lakh, a return average value between INR 33 Lacs and INR 35 Lacs per annum is received by the students. Other than the ROI value, students get placement in top companies and the IIM-B label gives a significant boost to a student’s career in terms of opportunities. Some other factors that make IIM-B an option worth choosing are its academic, campus life and placements.

Q: How many offers are made during IIM Bangalore EPGP placements?

A total of 61 offers were accepted during IIM Bangalore EPGP placements 2026. The batch size in 2026 was 73.

Q: Is there any provision of seat reservation at IIM-B for MBA?

No, IIM Bangalore or any other IIMs do not offer reservation of seats to the students. However, the qualifying criteria for General and reserved categories are comparatively different. Please find below the category-wise qualifying cutoff required by all candidates.

Category	Section-1 VARC	Section-2 DILR	Section-3 QUANT	CAT 2023 Overall percentile
General	80	75	75	85
NC-OBC	70	65	65	75
EWS	70	65	65	75
SC	65	60	60	70
ST	55	55	55	65
PWD	50	50	50	60

Q: What is the PGPEM course offered at IIM Bangalore all about?

The PGPEM is a two-year weekend MBA course for working professionals. It is designed for working mid-level and senior executives with a minimum of four years of work experience after graduationThe programme is designed in a way that the classes are scheduled on weekends over two years, enabling working professionals to attend, without taking a break in their careers. Graduates with a minimum of 50% aggregate and at least four years of work experience after graduation are eligible to apply for the same.

Q: What is the IIM Bangalore PGP course all about?

Post Graduate Programme or PGP offered by IIM Bangalore is a two-year full-time residential course. Candidates pursuing PGP from IIM Bangalore are awarded an MBA degree. The programme lasts for six trimesters, spread over two years, with a summer project inclusive.

The course is offered in two specialisations, namely General and Business Analytics. The duration of the course is spread over six trimesters across two years, with a summer project intermediary.

The PGP students of IIM Bangalore are required to earn a minimum of 45 credits and a maximum of 51 credits in elective courses over three terms in their second year. The electives cover a wide array of topics. Mentioned below is a sample list of the electives offered here:

Social Entrepreneurship
Infrastructure Development
PPPs and Regulation
Business Analytics and Intelligence
Spreadsheet Model-Business Decision
Current Economic Scenario; Indian Economy and Policy Matters for Business
Global Securities Markets, etc.

Q: What is the selection process for IIM Bangalore MBA course and what is the minimum CAT score required?

Candidates selected for MBA course based on their Class 10, Class 12, CAT qualifying and CAT final cutoff are called for further selection rounds, such as the Written Ability Test and Personal Interview. A commutative score is then calculated based on the performance of the candidates in all the aforementioned parameters. Similarly for other courses, applicants who meet the set eligibility need to go through the institute-specific selection process and get shortlisted. After completion of the selection rounds, a category-wise merit list is released based on the Final Composite Score. The provisional admission offers are made accordingly, adhering to the reservation norms.

Q: Does IIM Bangalore accepts CAT score for Executive MBA admission?

IIM Bangalore accepts GMAT/ GRE to provide admission to the EPGP course. Candidates qualifying for any of the two entrance exams can apply for the E-PGP course. Check out the eligibility given below:

1. Graduation in any discipline with a 50% or equivalent CGPA

2. Applicants from SC, ST and PwD categories must have a minimum of 45% or equivalent CGPA

3. Applicants who have not pursued any bachelor's degree but completed their CA/ ICWA/ CS after Class 12 are also eligible to apply

Q: Is it hard to get a seat in IIM Bangalore?

Yes, IIM Bangalore is one of the toughest business schools to get admission to, and every year, even CAT 99+ percentilers miss out on a call from the institute. IIM Bangalore uses multiple parameters, namely academic performance as well as candidates' scores in CAT/GMAT to select candidates for the PGP programme. IIMB adopts a two-phase selection process and accordingly, these selection criteria are applied in two phases. The first phase of the process is applied to all eligible candidates who appear for CAT to determine candidates to be called for a personal interview (PI). Candidates selected for the PI process will be additionally required to take a Writing Ability Test (WAT).

Q: Does IIM Bangalore offers online courses?

IIMB started offering massive open online courses (MOOCs) in 2014 through its digital learning initiative, IIMBx, in partnership with edX, a non-profit online initiative of Harvard and MIT. Apart from edX, the programme offers courses on its own platform, IIMBx, and SWAYAM. IIMBx offers MOOCs in all areas of Management: Data and Insights, Economics, Finance, Marketing, People Management, Operations, and Strategy. IIMBx, the digital learning initiative of IIMB, is founded on the philosophy that everyone, regardless of their financial, academic, or social backgrounds, should have access to high quality education. IIMBx courses are available on multiple platforms, including SWAYAM, the national learning portal of India, edX, and IIMBx (open edX).

Q: How are the executive programmes offered by IIMs?

The global survey report by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) indicates full-time one-year MBA, executive MBA, and online MBA programs appear to be experiencing stronger application growth whereas full-time two-year, part-time, and flexible MBA programs worldwide are indicating declines this year. Executive MBA is suitable for not only working professionals but also for those who want to renew their career prospect after a break and even for fresh graduate who wish to earn a few years experience before going back to pursue a PG degree. And since the duration of these programmes are considerably shorter than full-time MBA courses, managing classes and regular lectures isnt difficult. https://www.shiksha.com/business-management-studies/articles/executive-mba-programmes-offered-by-top-mba-institutes-in-india-blogId-13475

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