The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) has officially commenced online registrations for its highly sought-after Master of Business Administration (International Business) and Master of Business Administration (Business Analytics) programs for the 2026–2028 academic session. Aspiring candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through the official IIFT website. Please note that the final date for application submission and fee payment is November 28, 2025, precisely at 11:59 PM.
For foreign nationals and Non-Resident Indians, the admission cycle is slated to begin in February 2026, pending necessary regulatory clearances.
How to Apply for IIFT MBA Admissions 2026
Follow these straightforward steps to complete your application:
- Visit the official IIFT website.
- On the homepage, locate and click the link for IIFT MBA Admissions 2026.
- Complete the registration process to obtain your unique login credentials, then sign in.
- Carefully fill out the application form, ensuring all required documents are uploaded.
- Proceed to pay the applicable application fee.
- Submit your completed form and download the confirmation page.
- It is highly recommended to print a copy of the confirmation page for your records.
IIFT MBA Admissions 2026: Selection Process
Candidates will first be shortlisted based on their scores from the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025, alongside other specific assessment criteria set by the institute. Successful candidates from this initial screening will then be invited to participate in the subsequent stages: a Group Discussion and a Personal Interview. These crucial evaluation rounds will be held in person across several major cities, including Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, GIFT City, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Indore, Lucknow, and Mumbai.
IIFT MBA Admissions 2026: Eligibility
Before submitting your application, it is imperative that you meet the following academic and category-specific requirements:
MBA (International Business):
- Applicants must hold a recognized Bachelor’s degree of at least three years in any discipline, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. A reduced minimum of 45% is applicable for candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Disability (PwD) categories.
- Students currently in their final year of graduation are welcome to apply, provided they can furnish proof of their required qualification by October 31, 2026.
- There is no upper age limit for this program.
Intake Capacity:
- Delhi campus: 240 seats
- Kolkata campus: 240 seats
- GIFT City campus: 120 seats
- Kakinada campus: 120 seats
Program Fee:
- Delhi: ₹21.82 lakh
- Kolkata: ₹21.32 lakh
- Kakinada: ₹19.68 lakh (excluding boarding and lodging)
- GIFT City: ₹19.68 lakh (excluding boarding and lodging)
A refundable security deposit of ₹10,000 is required at each campus. SC, ST, and PwD candidates are eligible for a 50% concession on tuition fees. Please note that accommodation charges may vary depending on single or triple occupancy. Any fee refunds, if applicable, will strictly adhere to University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines and may take at least two months to process.
MBA (Business Analytics):
Candidates must satisfy any one of the following criteria:
- A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks (or 5.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average on a 10-point scale), having studied Mathematics or Statistics at the undergraduate level.
- A Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) or Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in any specialization with at least 50% marks (or 5.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average on a 10-point scale).
- A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks (or 5.0 Cumulative Grade Point Average on a 10-point scale), with Mathematics studied at the senior secondary (10+2) level. Please note that Applied Mathematics at the senior secondary level is not accepted.
Students who are currently awaiting their final results are eligible to apply, subject to verification of their eligibility by October 31, 2026. There is no age restriction for this program.
Intake Capacity:
- Delhi campus: 60 seats
Program Fee:
The total program fee for MBA (Business Analytics) is ₹17,87,506, in addition to a refundable security deposit of ₹5,000. This amount comprehensively covers tuition, access to library, computing, and internet facilities, medical insurance, and alumni/student body charges. This is a non-residential program. Similar to the International Business program, SC, ST, and PwD candidates are entitled to a 50% concession on tuition fees.
IIFT MBA Admissions 2026: Application Fee
Applicants are required to submit a non-refundable application fee, which varies based on their category and selected program.
MBA (International Business):
- General, Other Backward Class-Non Creamy Layer (OBC-NCL), Economically Weaker Section (EWS): ₹3,000
- SC, ST, PwD, Transgender: ₹1,500
MBA (Business Analytics):
- General, Other Backward Class-Non Creamy Layer, Economically Weaker Section: ₹2,000
- SC, ST, PwD, Transgender: ₹1,000
For the most up-to-date information and comprehensive admission details, all applicants are strongly advised to consult the official website of the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade.