IIMB has AC class rooms with latest smart gadgets
Large cafeteria and food court offers variety of food to students
IIM Bangalore has Computer Lab, Finance Lab with fast Wi fi connectivity
Well-maintained hostels provide single room accommodation to all students
IIMB well-stocked library is regularly updated with the latest journals and newsletters
IIM Bangalore has AC spacious auditorium with large 350 people seating capacity
IIMB has convenience store to cater to the daily needs of students
Well equipped Gym at IIM Bangalore takes care of students’ fitness
Well equipped Medical centre is established under the supervision of qualified doctors
IIMB Incubation Centre, N S Raghavan Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning promotes entrepreneurship
IIMB provides shuttle service to its students, faculty and staff
IIMB has robust sports complex with soccer, cricket, tennis, basketball, volleyball, throw ball, badminton, indoor games
IIMB entire campus is Wi Fi enabled
IIMB has India-Japan Study Centre; Israel Centre at its campus
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Function-wise Placements Details
IIM Bangalore students have been recruited across the domains including Consulting, Finance, Banking, Investments, Ecommerce, Payments, Telecom, IT Software, Services, Security, Manufacturing, Construction, Energy, Retail, Analytics, AI, ML, Healthcare among others.
Sector-wise Placements Details
IIM Bangalore students of class 2024 were recruited broadly in Consulting, Finance, IT, E-commerce, Sales & Marketing, General Management, Analytics, Operations and other key areas. Consulting like last year has again emerged as the largest recruiting sector with 42% offers. Detailed analysis of IIMB Sector wise placements 2024 is shared below:
Sector
Percentage of Placements
Consulting
42%
BFSI
16%
Ecommerce/Telecom
9%
IT/Software/Services
9%
Manufacturing/Construction/Energy
7%
Conglomerates
6%
FMCG/Retail
5%
Analytics/AI/ML
3%
Healthcare
2%
Placement Profiles Offered
IIM Bangalore students were extended offers pertaining to roles in Sales & Marketing, General Management, Product Management, Financial Analyst, Investment Banking, HR & Operations by a diverse mix of companies
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Master of Business Administration Business Analytics (PGPBA)
Master of Business Administration (Business Analytics) known as Post Graduate Programme in Business Analytics (PGPBA) is a masters level programme, leading to the grant of a degree of Master of Business Administration in Business Analytics. This two-year, full-time, residential programme is designed to equip students to take on leadership roles in using analytics and artificial intelligence to solve increasingly complex problems. It lasts six trimesters, spread over two years, with a summer project intermediary.
Admission Process for Candidates for MBA Business Analytics at IIM Bangalore is through CAT. The admission of the candidates for admission to the MBA BA (PGPBA) at IIM Bangalore is a two-step process:
In the first step, candidates are short-listed for Personal Interview (PI) round from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme. Detailed Admission process is as below:
- The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for PI round which is conducted in many cities
- Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
- After the PI round, IIM Bangalore will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Bangalore to successful candidates.
- The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI round, academics, diversity, work experience among others
The MBA Business Analytics (PGPBA) at IIM Bangalore programme offers Core and Elective courses. Core courses are compulsory courses offered in the first year and second year. Elective courses are offered in the second year, where students get the opportunity to choose from a basket of multidisciplinary courses and courses with functional depth in Analytics.
IIMB courses are delivered through a combination of lectures, classroom discussions, industry interactions, case analyses, individual and group projects, term papers, role plays, dissertations, simulations, business games, films, and various experiential learning methods. During the first year, a PGP-BA student is required to undertake eighteen core courses (totalling 49.5 credits). The first year consists of three terms, Summer internship programme is scheduled between the end of first year and the beginning of second year with a firm in the Analytics domain. Internship is optional for students who have at least 34 months of work experience prior to enrolling for the programme.
The PGP-BA student should take the four core courses in Term IV and at least four electives (12 credits) in the analytics domain (labelled as field electives) across Terms IV, V and VI. The remaining credits can be taken from either the analytics domain (field elective) or any other general management electives (free electives). A PGP-BA student should earn a minimum of 45 credits and a maximum of 51 credits in the second year.
The electives cover a wide array of topics including 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, Corporate Governance: Indian and International Perspective, Corporate Valuation, Digital Marketing, Research for Marketing Decisions, Brand Management, Entrepreneurship in Action, Personal Values, Goals and Career Options, Creating High Performance Organizations, Supply Chain Management, Technology and Operations Strategy, Green Business Management, Strategic Thinking and Decision Making Apart from electives on functional areas, IIMB also offers different types of courses such as language courses (German, French, Spanish and Japanese), courses with international immersion (like Business Planning in International Markets, Developing Technology Partnerships between Firms in India and Israel), and experiential courses (like the Himalayan Mountain Challenge and Motorcycle Immersion in Local Entrepreneurial Settings), based on the interest of students.
- For IIMB MBA Business Analytics admission, the applicant should Register and apply for CAT exam by paying the requisite application fee for the exam.
- On the page 4 of CAT application form, you need to select IIM Bangalore MBA Business Analytics (PGPBA) and other programs and select the interview city.
- Your application for IIM Bangalore admission is submitted.
- You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Bangalore Admission.
- After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Bangalore website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
- IIM Bangalore MBA Business Analytics Eligibility criteria require that the candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration after class 12, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- The candidate should appear in CAT exam and must score minimum prescribed sectional and overall score to be considered for shortlisting.
- Candidates appearing for the final year bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply for Admission
The final selection process for MBA Business Analytics admission to IIM Bangalore is based on students’ academic performance, their CAT score, performance in the admission interview and prior work experience. Following steps are included in the IIM Bangalore final selection process:
Step 1: Candidates are short-listed for Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT) from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have excellent academics, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme of IIM Bangalore
Step 2: IIM Bangalore will identify many candidates for shortlisting for the PI round with an excellent academic record and work experience but who may have narrowly missed the high score that would have been required if CAT alone was the basis for the PI shortlist. Such candidates will be preferred in the shortlisting process as against those who have only a high CAT score but have poor academic profile and poor quality of work experience. The emphasis in shortlisting process at IIM Bangalore is on consistent and high performance in academics and other parameters.
Step 3: After the WAT & PI round, admission offers are made by IIM Bangalore to successful candidates. The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in WAT & PI, Performance in past academics, Performance in CAT, Quality of Work Experience among others
Step 4: Final Admission Offer will be made by IIM Bangalore to the candidates on the basis of Final Score arrived after awarding the weightage scores on all the components.
Candidates, who are finally selected, need to confirm their acceptance by completing all the required formalities by the stipulated date.
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Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (EPGP)
Executive MBA at IIM Bangalore, known as Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (EPGP) is an intensive one-year fulltime residential programme for experienced professionals, leading to an MBA degree. It is created specifically for professionals with remarkable track records and 5 to 12 years of work experience in a wide range of industries. The EPGP provides students with the same solid foundation in key management concepts and disciplines as a two-year MBA, with similar rigor, range of electives, and grading criteria. A key advantage of the EPGP is that the coursework builds on the diverse and extensive work experience of the students.
In the competitive economic environment, companies face an increasing need for skilled mid-level and senior executives who have the vision and potential to attain top leadership positions. IIMB has designed the EPGP specifically to prepare such forward-thinking and creative managers – the business leaders of tomorrow who will create value for their organizations as well as for society. Some of the unique features of the programme include Innovative content, International Immersion, Seminar Series among others
- IIM Bangalore EPGP admission process starts with the submission of the online application form at the IIM Bangalore official EPGP website
- There are three rounds of application form submission. The application fee for round 1 and Round 2 is Rs.5000 while for Round 3, the application fees is Rs.7000
- The application fee is non-refundable and should be paid online.
- Only those applications that are complete in all respects and meet the minimum academic and other criteria are considered for the next stage in the admission process.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- After the interviews, each applicant is assigned a composite score.
- The score is a composite of multiple factors including academic track record, GMAT/GRE scores, quality of work experience, performance in a writing ability test and the interview.
- The number of offers, which depend on the availability of seats, are made based on this composite score. The number of offers will be further subject to the candidate meeting a minimum cutoff in terms of the composite score and / or any other factor score that the admissions committee may deem fit.
- The selection process for the EPGP 2025-26 batch will be conducted in three rounds. Candidates can submit their application during any of these three rounds.
- Online interviews will be arranged for applicants who are outside India during the above interview dates.
The Executive MBA (EPGP) provides students with a solid foundation in key management concepts and disciplines. The academic year is divided into five terms. Two terms are devoted to core courses, one term for the International Immersion module, and two terms primarily for electives. Themes drawn from the realm of the social sciences have been integrated into the programme in a structured manner leading to a nuanced, multi-layered understanding of management issues.
The core courses are compulsory for all EPGP students and concentrate on the range of knowledge and skills required of all successful senior managers. On completion of the core courses, students have the choice of a broad range of electives to align with their career objectives and personal interests. In addition to electives designed specifically for the EPGP, students also have access to designated electives from other Institute programmes, including the two-year Post Graduate Programme, the PGPEM (Post Graduate Programme in Enterprise Management) and the PGPPM (Post Graduate Programme in Public Policy and Management), each offering specialized topics of study.
Students also work on a live project, the Comprehensive Project, that helps them to apply learning from the programme to a real management problem or an impending business opportunity.
The Comprehensive Project, carried out under the direction of a faculty member, examines a contemporary live issue/topic pertaining to either a specific company or an industry. The objective of the project is to integrate classroom learning with practical experience, concepts and methodologies to real-world management issues. The comprehensive project carries three credits and it can be done jointly by a team of two or three students during the third term.
- IIM Bangalore EPGP application process is online.
- Eligible candidates have to submit the online application form at the IIM Bangalore official EPGP website
- There are three rounds of application form submission. The application fee for round 1 and Round 2 is Rs.5000 while for Round 3, the application fees is Rs.7000
- The application fee is non-refundable and should be paid online.
- Only those applications that are complete in all respects and meet the minimum academic and other criteria are considered for the next stage in the admission process.
- It is mandatory to submit the official scorecard or the test-taker copy along with the application.
- Documents to be submitted as part of the application process are SSC, HSC and Bachelor’s degree transcripts, Bachelor’s degree certificate, GMAT/GRE scorecard, Statement of purpose (indicating your achievements and future goals), Work experience letters / first and last payslips (indicating the date of joining), SC/ST/NC-OBC/EWS certificate, if applicable, Relevant disability certificate for persons with disability (PwD), Submission of TWO (online) reference letters is mandatory. Also Provide details (email id and contact details) of two persons as your referees in the on-line application.
Eligibility criteria for IIM Bangalore Executive MBA (EPGP) are:
- A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA). Applicants from SC, ST and PwD categories should have a minimum of 45% or equivalent CGPA.
- Minimum 5 years (and preferably less than 12 years) of work experience after obtaining a Bachelor’s degree
- A valid GMAT or GRE score - the GMAT or GRE Score should be valid as on the date of application submission in each round.
IIM Bangalore EPGP final selection process is as below:
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- After the interviews, each applicant is assigned a composite score.
- The score is a composite of multiple factors including academic track record, GMAT/GRE scores, quality of work experience, performance in a writing ability test and the interview.
- The number of offers, which depend on the availability of seats, are made based on this composite score. The number of offers will be further subject to the candidate meeting a minimum cutoff in terms of the composite score and / or any other factor score that the admissions committee may deem fit.
- The selection process for the EPGP 2025-26 batch will be conducted in three rounds. Candidates can submit their application during any of these three rounds.
- Online interviews will be arranged for applicants who are outside India during the above interview dates.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
The Doctoral Programme in Management at Indian Institute of Management Bangalore prepares students for careers in research and teaching in academic institutions engaged in business management and public policy. IIM PhD is a five-year full time programme which trains students to advance knowledge through theoretical and applied research and engage in their dissemination and implementation. IIM Bangalore supports its students through a generous financial aid package that includes full tuition fee waiver, stipend, subsidized hostel accommodation, start-up grants, travel grants and milestone incentives.
The programme adds substantially to the body of knowledge through research, both applied and - conceptual, and disseminates such knowledge. IIMB PhD provides rigorous, inter-disciplinary training that will equip students with the ability to conduct cutting-edge research of international standard. It contributes to the creation and transmission of knowledge with emphasis on issues faced by firms and organizations in India. The PhD programme helps to meet the teaching and research manpower needs of academia and industry.
The admission process for IIMB PhD programme is detailed as below:
- Based on the information provided by the applicants in their application, the candidates will be shortlisted (on the recommendation of the respective areas) and invited for an area specific written test and / or interview
- The mode of conducting the Area specific written test and Interview i.e either Online / In-person will be notified/intimated well ahead of the process.
- Candidates will be admitted to the programme based on a combination of multiple parameters, as also specified by the respective areas.
- Admission Parameters may include applicant's performance in GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, JRF (NET) score, or IIMB Test (as applicable), past academic performance, work experience, area specific test and / or interview performance etc.
- Candidates selected for admission are required to attend a Preparatory Course which is expected to be scheduled from late May through mid-June
- Registration for the Doctoral Programme will be notified separately on the website.
IIMB PhD students actively engage with its world class faculty work at the cutting edge of research, teaching, and implementation of management research. The PhD programme at IIMB has two main phases: an initial phase of coursework aimed at providing breadth and depth in management disciplines, and a subsequent phased focused on development of the doctoral dissertation under the guidance of a dissertation advisory committee. Periodic milestones are inbuilt in the programme to ensure timely progress towards the degree.
The programme duration is 5 years and has two phases: coursework and thesis research. The first phase covers the first two years and includes the following components: (a) coursework (b) independent study (c) a summer research project at the end of the first academic year. Successful completion of the first phase requires passing the Comprehensive Examination (written and viva) at the end of the second academic year.
The student then begins the second phase focused on the dissertation research. The dissertation work which takes roughly three years has milestones such as formation of Dissertation Advisory Committee, Dissertation Proposal Defense, Dissertation Submission, Dissertation Evaluation, and Public Defense of Dissertation.
Doctoral students also work as a Research Assistants (RA) and Teaching Assistants (TA) periodically during various stages of the Doctoral Programme. Students are expected to graduate at the convocation at the end of their fifth year in the programme.
Eligible candidates should apply online at IIM Bangalore PhD admission official website with application fee of Rs.1000 for one specialization area and Rs.1500 for two specialization area. The candidate can apply for maximum two specialization areas. If the applicant wants to appear in IIMB admission test he/she has to pay Rs.500 extra in addition to the application fees
Students/professionals who want to pursue a career in advanced research and academics (including teaching) are the ideal candidates for IIM Bangalore PhD Program. The applicant should have high scholastic ability, aptitude for research and excellent analytical skills. He/She should have enough motivation to withstand the rigour of the Program. Key eligibility criteria are:
- A Master's Degree (obtained after completing bachelor’s degree) or a 5 year Integrated Master’s Degree in any discipline (OR) Post Graduate Diploma (2 years) with at least 55 percent marks in the bachelor’s as well in the master’s degrees/PG Diploma (50 percent marks for SC, ST and PwD categories) (OR) Professional qualification - CA, ICWA, CS (with at least 50percent marks) with B.com / Degree (45 percent marks for SC, ST and PwD categories). (OR) A 4 year / 8 semesters Bachelor's degree with at least 6.5 CGPA or equivalent marks (6.0 CGPA for SC, ST and PwD categories).
- Candidates who are in the final year of the qualifying Programmes that would make them eligible can also apply.
- Candidates require a valid test score, from any one of the acceptable tests to the area(s) of specialization they are applying to, including GMAT/GRE/CAT 2022/GATE /JRF (NET)/ IIMB Test
IIM Bangalore PhD final selection Parameters include applicant's performance in GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, JRF (NET) score, or IIMB Test (as applicable), past academic performance, work experience, area specific test and / or interview performance. Candidates selected for admission are required to attend a Preparatory Course which is expected to be scheduled from late May through mid-June
Bachelor of Business Administration Digital Business and Entrepreneurship (BBA DBE)
IIM Bangalore 3 year BBA in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship programme is unique and aims to promote entrepreneurship skills in the young students. The IIMB DBE programme is meticulously designed to equip students with industry-ready skills and knowledge to thrive in this ever-evolving landscape of digital business and entrepreneurship. In the 3 years course of this programme, students will gain the expertise in the foundational concepts of business management and entrepreneurship.
The BBA-DBE Undergraduate Programme in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship is a three-year degree offered in an online mode that can be completed within a maximum of six academic years from the date of joining. The students will have multiple exit options and could get a certificate, a diploma, or earn the Degree. Students who choose to exit the programme with a certificate or a diploma may be able to rejoin the programme to complete the degree. The courses will be delivered online while exams are held offline at different centres across India. This programme may be undertaken as a standalone primary degree or can be pursued along with any other educational programme that the student might be pursuing.
On successful completion of the IIM Bangalore BBA programme, the student will get IIM Bangalore Alumni status. The BBA at IIM Bangalore is strategically designed to blend digital technology, business management principles and an entrepreneurial mindset, laying a robust foundation for students aspiring to succeed in the ever evolving and competitive business landscape. The innovative curriculum will provide the skills needed in the digital future. The student can pursue other graduation/diploma course along with IIMB BBA programme as it is offered online.
IIM Bangalore will conduct BBA DBE entrance test for admission. Key details of IIM Bangalore BBA admission process are as below:
- Candidates who fulfil the basic eligibility criteria need to appear for the IIMB DBE Entrance Test, conducted at designated centres across India and will be a Computer-Based Test.
- The candidates will be selected for the programme only on the basis of their performance in the IIMB DBE Entrance test.
- Based on the category-wise selection cut-off in the IIMB DBE Entrance Test, decided by the Admissions Office, only the shortlisted candidates shall be informed to register for the programme by paying the required programme fee.
IIM Bangalore BBA DBE provides a fusion of digital and management fundamentals and an entrepreneurial mindset that will help generate self-motivated, self-learning graduates capable of taking up challenging jobs that industries undergoing digitization require. Year wise curriculum with BBA programme outcome is detailed below:
Year-1: Certificate of Bachelor of Business Administration in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship.
In the first year the student will learn the business foundation courses and digital technologies. If he/she prefers to exit from the BBA programme after one year, the student will be awarded Certificate of Bachelor of Business Administration in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship
Year-2: Diploma of Bachelor of Business Administration in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship
In the second year the student will learn the digital business models and formulation of business plans. However, even if he/she prefers to exit from the BBA programme after second year, the student will be awarded Diploma of Bachelor of Business Administration in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship.
Year-3: Degree of Bachelor of Business Administration in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship
The third and final year will equip the student with key foundations of business strategies and how to move forward in the business world with digital technologies. After third year, the student will be awarded Degree of Bachelor of Business Administration in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship. After completion of three year BBA DBE course, the students will be able to develop and implement comprehensive strategies for digital businesses; Utilize advanced digital technologies to drive business innovation and growth; Lead digital transformation initiatives in a variety of business environments.
IIM Bangalore BBA Application for admission should be completed on the online admission application portal for the BBA in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship Programme. Step by Step process how to apply for IIM Bangalore BBA and how to complete the application form is given below:
Step 1: Complete Registration Form
• Access Registration Page: Visit the registration page.
• Create an Account: Enter your details to create an account.
• Receive Credentials: Note down your registration ID and password, which will be sent to your registered email/SMS.
Step 2: Make Fee Payment Online
• Access Payment Link: Reach out to the payment link on our website.
• Payment Details: Make the payment as per the your category & details provided in your application form (Rs.3000 for Gen/Rs.1500 for SC-ST). Ensure to enter your application number.
• Screenshot Requirement: Take a screenshot of the payment confirmation, which is required for your application.
• Payment Information: Enter UTR, Bank name, and Branch details.
• Upload Receipt: Upload the Application Payment Receipt in the document upload section.
Step 3: Fill-in & Submit Application Form
• Login: Use your registration ID and password to log in.
• Fill in the Application Form: Carefully complete all sections of the application form with accurate details.
• Upload Required Documents: Make sure to upload all the necessary documents as specified in the application form.
Review Your Information: Before submitting, review all the entered details to ensure they are correct
IIM Bangalore BBA eligibility criteria for Admission are as follows:
- Indian National: The student should be Indian National
- Must have Passed Class 10: The student must have passed class 10 and should have certificate to this effect
- Performance in Class 12: The student must have scored a minimum of 60 % marks or equivalent CGPA in recognized board exams for general category & NC-OBC & EWS category candidates. For SC,ST & PwD candidates minimum 55% marks are required.
- Entrance Test: It is mandatory for the applicants to appear in computer based IIMB DBE Entrance Test (Undergraduate Entrance Test) at the designated centre.
The candidates will be selected for the programme only on the basis of their performance in the IIMB DBE Entrance test.
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore: director & faculty
IIM Bangalore Director: IIM Bangalore is led by its Director, Professor Rishikesha T Krishnan, an expert in Strategy and Innovation. Listed in the Thinkers50 India list of top management thinkers since 2013, he received the Thinkers50 India Innovation Award the same year. Before joining IIM Bangalore, he was the Director of IIM Indore and Mentor Director at IIM Sambalpur. He has also been a Visiting Scholar at the University of Pennsylvania and ISB Hyderabad and held the Jamuna Raghavan Chair in Entrepreneurship at IIMB.
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IIM Bangalore’s 105-acre campus in the heart of Bangalore combines lush greenery with iconic all-stone architecture, creating an environment that inspires learning and innovation. With landscaped gardens and world-class facilities, the campus provides an unparalleled experience for students and faculty alike. Key features include: