The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) has officially opened the registration process for full-time MBA (International Business) and MBA (Business Analytics) programmes for the academic session 2026–27. Eligible candidates can now apply through the official website. The last date to submit the application form is November 28, 2025.
The IIFT, known for its excellence in global business education, offers MBA programmes aimed at developing skilled leaders in international trade, analytics, and management strategy. This year’s admission process is based on CAT 2025 scores, followed by further shortlisting rounds including Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI).
IIFT MBA 2026: Programme Details and Campuses
The IIFT MBA (International Business) and MBA (Business Analytics) programmes are offered across multiple campuses:
- MBA (IB): Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, and GIFT City (Gujarat)
- MBA (BA): Delhi campus only
Seat distribution:
- MBA (IB) – 240 seats each in Delhi and Kolkata campuses
- MBA (IB) – 120 seats each in GIFT City and Kakinada campuses
- MBA (BA) – 60 seats at the Delhi campus
These programmes are designed to nurture globally competent business professionals with expertise in international trade management, economic analysis, data science, and business strategy.
IIFT MBA 2026 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for IIFT MBA 2026 admissions, candidates must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree of at least three years duration in any discipline.
- Have a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
- There is no age limit for applying.
Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for the next round of the admission process based on their CAT 2025 scores.
IIFT MBA 2026 Application Fees
The application fee for the IIFT MBA 2026 admission varies by category and programme. For candidates belonging to the General, OBC-NCL, and EWS categories, the application fee is ₹3,000 for the MBA (International Business) programme and ₹2,000 for the MBA (Business Analytics) programme. Meanwhile, candidates from the SC, ST, PwD, and Transgender categories are required to pay a reduced fee of ₹1,500 for the MBA (IB) programme and ₹1,000 for the MBA (BA) programme. The payment can be made online through the official IIFT portal using credit/debit cards or net banking.
Documents Required for IIFT Registration 2026
Applicants must upload the following documents during online registration:
- Scanned photograph and signature (JPG/JPEG format, <100 KB each)
- Class 10th and 12th marksheets (PDF, <300 KB)
- Graduation degree or provisional certificate (PDF, <300 KB)
- Work experience certificate, if applicable (PDF, <5 MB)
- Valid category certificate (PDF, <300 KB)
Incomplete applications or incorrect document uploads may lead to disqualification.
IIFT MBA Admissions 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Last date for online registration and fee payment | November 28, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Exam Date | November 30, 2025 |
| Shortlisted candidates list (IIFT website) | Last week of January 2026 |
| Group Discussion and Personal Interview | From March 2026 onwards |
| Final result declaration | Last week of April 2026 |
| Programme commencement | June 2026 |
The IIFT MBA Admission 2026 process offers a golden opportunity for aspirants aiming for a career in international business, global trade, and business analytics. With a legacy of producing industry leaders, IIFT’s globally recognized curriculum provides a dynamic platform for academic and professional growth, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
