IIT Madras DoMS MBA Admission 2026: Apply by Jan 31 at doms.iitm.ac.in
IIT Madras has opened MBA admissions 2026–28 at Department of Management Studies (DoMS). Eligible candidates can apply online using CAT 2025 scores at doms.iitm.ac.in. Check last date, eligibility, fees and selection process.
Department of Management Studies (DoMS) at Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has started MBA admissions for 2026–28 batch. Candidates who appeared for CAT 2025 can now register and apply online for this full-time Master of Business Administration programme.
Application Window & Fees
- Applications Open: 25 Dec 2025 on the official DoMS portal (doms.iitm.ac.in).
- Last Date to Apply: 31 Jan 2026 (midnight)- candidates must ensure both the application and fee payment are completed by this deadline.
DoMS Application Fees:
- General / OBC / Foreign & NRI: INR 1,600 (non-refundable)
- SC / ST / PwD - INR 800 (non-refundable)
Payment can be made via Internet Banking, Credit/Debit Card or UPI.
DoMS- Eligibility Criteria
This programme accepts a valid CAT 2025 score as the primary eligibility criterion for Indian nationals. Final-year graduates can apply provisionally, depending on meeting degree requirements before joining. IIT graduates with a CGPA of 8.0 or above are exempt from the CAT requirement. Foreign applicants may submit a GMAT score. Sponsored candidates (e.g., through employers) can also apply under specified conditions.
DoMS- Selection Process & Interview Schedule
Shortlisting will be based on a composite score that incorporates:
- CAT score
- Academic performance
- Work experience
- Academic diversity
- Gender diversity
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for Reflective Writing and Personal Interview (PI) rounds.
Interview Cities & Dates:
| City | Tentative Interview Dates (Mar 2026) |
|---|---|
| Mumbai | 6, 7 & 8 March |
| Delhi | 13, 14 & 15 March |
| Chennai | 20, 21 & 22 March |
| Hyderabad | 28 & 29 March |
| Kolkata | 28 & 29 March |
Candidates should plan travel and interview preparation accordingly.
MBA Admission: Important Dates at a Glance
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAT 2025 Result | Dec 2025 |
| Application Opens | 25 Dec 2025 |
| Application Deadline | 31 Jan 2026 |
| Selection Process | Mar 2026 |
| Final Admission Results | May 2026 |
| Joining & Orientation | July 2026 |
| Classes Begin | July 2026 |
IIT Madras MBA Programme Highlights
The MBA programme at DoMS, IIT Madras is a two-year, full-time residential programme designed to blend management fundamentals, analytical rigour and leadership training — leveraging the institute’s strong technical ecosystem and industry linkages.
What Applicants Should Note
- Ensure that all certificates and documents - including academic marksheets, CAT scorecard (or GMAT for foreign candidates), category certificates (if applicable) and identification proofs - are ready and uploaded correctly when applying.
- Double-check fee payment confirmation and application completeness — incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Start preparing for PI/WAT rounds early, as selection invitations are expected in early March.
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