IIFT has centrally airconditioned class rooms
The cafeteria at IIFT offers round the clock service to students
IIFT has well equipped computer lab and other centres of excellence
IIFT has separate hostel wings for boys and girls with mess and common room
IIFT has well equipped one of the largest libraries with print and digital learning resources
IIFT has spacious auditorium with seating capacity of 500 persons
A convenience store is set up to cater to the daily needs of the students
IIFT has well equipped Gym that takes care of fitness of students
IIFT has well equipped medical facilities under the supervision of qualified doctor
IIFT incubation centre encourages entrepreneurship ventures
IIFT provides shuttle service to its students, faculty and staff
IIFT has well equipped sports complex with indoor and outdoor sports facilities
IIFT campus is wi-fi enabled with fast connectivity
IIFT has Centre for Research in International Trade, Centre for North Eastern Studies, Centre for Trade Facilitation & Logistics, Centre for Capacity Building among others
AACSB Accredited, Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) is the top MBA college in India offering MBA in International Business. Established in 1963 by the Government of India as an autonomous organisation and as a Centre of Excellence in International Trade and Business, IIFT is the dream destination for MBA aspirants who wish to pursue MBA (IB). IIFT has 3 campuses in India. While IIFT Delhi and IIFT Kolkata campuses offer MBA programmes, the third campus at Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh) offers 5 year dual degree IPM programme
IIFT is a deemed to be University and is closely linked with Ministry of Commerce. IIFT has been awarded ‘A Grade’ by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). IIFT is Ranked #15 by Govt of India NIRF Ranking 2024 among top 125 Management Institutes. IIFT is ranked #9 in MBAUniverse.com B-school Ranking 2024. In the LinkedIn Top 100 MBA 2024 list, IIFT New Delhi is ranked No 1 B-school in the world for Networking, one of the key ranking parameters.
Currently, IIFT offers flagship 2 years full time MBA (IB); MBA Business Analytics; M.A. Economics; Part Time Executive PGDM I Global HRM; Part Time PGDM International Business at Delhi Campus; Doctoral PhD Programme; 5 year dual degree IPM programme at Kakinada campus among other management programmes. MBA (IB) at IIFT is considered as the best full time MBA programme to gain expertise in foreign trade management.
For the decades, IIFT has maintained its record of 100% placement with high average salary. In placement 2023, IIFT registered a 16% rise in average salary which has gone up at Rs.29.10 LPA from Rs.25.16 LPA last year and highest domestic salary stood at Rs 75.6 Lakhs per annum. Median salary was Rs 26.5 LPA. IIFT witnessed 108 companies from across sectors. Top Recruiters include Accenture Strategy, Deloitte Consulting, EY, Infosys, EXL, Mckinsey, Reliance, Godrej, Goldman Sachs, Google, ITC, JP Morgan Chase & Co, L’Oréal, Microsoft, Tata Steel, Trafigura, Wipro, ZS Associates, Dell Technologies, Citibank, Crisil, DE Shaw.
IIFT students received offers from across all the domains and functions at higher compensation packages. The Sales & Marketing domain received 22% offers and witnessed keen participation from top brands. The placement season saw a significant number of 20% offers rolled out in the coveted Consulting domain. The Finance domain continued to form an important contributor to the overall offers with 18% share while the reputed General Management & Strategy domain witnessed a notable increase with 13% offers in placements. The IT/Analytics and Product Management domains have become increasingly attractive with 8% and 10% offers each. Trade and Operations witnessed an increase to 9%, offers made for Management Trainees.
As IIFT is well known for its MBA in International Business programme, the Professional services sector had highest placement share at 23%, followed by BFSI sector with 21% share in placements. Information Technology sector contributed 17% share in placements and FMCG/FMCD/Retail contributed 14% share in placements. Energy/Industrial/Materials/Real Estate made 8% share in placements. E-commerce & Telecom sector contributed 6% share in IIFT placements. Transportation/Logistics/ Trade sector made 5% share in placements while Pharma & Healthcare sector had 4% share in placements. Automobile contributed 2% share in placements.
IIFT students were offered coveted roles and profiles in Digital Marketing, Business Development, Market Research, International Marketing, Sales Leadership, Mahindra GMC, Aditya Birla YLP, Management Consultant, Technology Consultant, Corporate Treasury, Investment Banking, Risk Management, Wealth Management, Equity Research, FinTech, Management Trainee among others
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) New Delhi: Admissions
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IIFT offers flagship 2 years full time MBA (IB); MBA Business Analytics; M.A. Economics; Part Time Executive PGDM I Global HRM; Part Time PGDM International Business at Delhi Campus; Doctoral PhD Programme; 5 year dual degree IPM programme at Kakinada campus among other management programmes. MBA (IB) at IIFT is considered as the best full time MBA programme to gain expertise in foreign trade management.
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) New Delhi
AACSB Accredited, Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) is the top MBA college in India offering MBA in International Business. Established in 1963 by the Government of India as an autonomous organisation and as a Centre of Excellence in International Trade and Business, IIFT is the dream destination for MBA aspirants who wish to pursue MBA (IB). IIFT has 3 campuses in India. While IIFT Delhi and IIFT Kolkata campuses offer MBA programmes, the third campus at Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh) offers 5 year dual degree IPM programme
MBA International Business (MBA-IB)
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The MBA (International Business) is the flagship 2 years full time residential management offered by IIFT. The programme is open for freshers as well as for graduates with quality work experience. The MBA (IB) is the foundational course for developing a competent cadre of business executives to meet the country’s growing requirements for trained personnel in the field of international management. MBA (IB) is a six trimester general management programme with a focus on international business. The programme aims at providing a comprehensive coverage incorporating all the important areas and disciplines relevant to international business activities. The syllabi for MBA (IB) compares favorably with the syllabi of some of the world’s best International Business Schools.
IIFT MBA IB aims at imparting professional education and training in modern management techniques for handling international business operations in a highly dynamic and competitive environment. Since the development in the international marketing on the one hand and the consequential impact of the same on India’s domestic market on the other, call for a professional approach and sensitivity to international business environment, the MBA (IB) exposes the participants to the challenges in the emerging competitive business environment in an increasingly globalized world.
The applicants should register and apply online for CAT exam at iimcat.ac.in and also separately apply for IIFT admission by making payment of requisite application fee
IIFT MBA Admission is through Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by IIMs. IIFT does not conduct anymore its own entrance exam. IIFT admission process has following steps:
Step-1: Register and Submit Application & Take CAT exam by making payment of requisite CAT registration fees
Step-2: Submit separate Application for IIFT Admission by making payment of IIFT application fee
Step-3: IIFT will Shortlist candidates for Extempore-GD-PI round based on CAT cut off and Gender Diversity. Following weightage will be awarded to different components in IIFT shortlisting process for PI round:
Step-4: Shortlisted candidates need to participate in IIFT Final Selection Round comprising Extempore, GD, PI, WAT
Step-5: Final Merit List of more than 300 students will be generated after completion of IIFT final selection round based on CAT score, PI round and various other attributes & weightages
IIFT offers a dynamic curriculum. It aims to familiarize the students with fundamental concepts of management, international business and trade. The course structure is in sync with international trade and business demand, industry requirements and expectations. It incorporates all the vital subject areas and disciplines relevant to global business, emphasizing on analytical and quantitative approach. The course is a combination of core subjects and a wide range of electives that cater to the changing dynamics of international business.
The curriculum of the MBA (International Business) gets validated both internally and externally in the purview of the changing global environment in International Business and the requirements of Management Education to meet these new challenges, on a continuous basis. The curriculum places emphasis on developing a global perspective on various issues and developing these skills for taking an integrated view on managerial problems and being able to adapt to changing situations.
Summer Internship, Port Visit and Social Awareness Programme involve field work. All these field work components are mandatory. In the second year, students undertake a Research Project of 3 credits based on their sectoral specialization. Key specialization areas are General Management and Strategy, Quantitative Techniques & Operations Management; Information Technology, Finance, Marketing, International Trade Operations & Logistics, Human Resources, Economics of Strategy. Each specialization area has four to twelve electives. Students are required to opt for 18 Electives. They can major in two functional areas (6 each) and minors (3) in any other functional areas or major in 3 functional areas.
The step by step process how to apply for IIFT MBA admission is shared below:
Step-1: The applicants should register and apply online for CAT exam at iimcat.ac.in by making requisite CAT registration fee of Rs.2500
Step-2: After completing CAT application, apply separately for MBA (IB) Admission at IIFT website applyadmission.net/IIFT2025.
Step-3: Make online payment of IIFT application fee of Rs.3000/-. ( For PwD/SC /ST/Transgender IIFT application fees is Rs.1500)
IIFT MBA Admission 2025 Last Date to Apply has been extended from November 23 to December 5, 2024.
- A recognized bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 years’ duration in any discipline with 50% marks.
- The candidates appearing for a qualifying examination (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) are also eligible to apply
- No minimum or maximum age limit
- Taking CAT exam and scoring well is mandatory for Indian Nationals
The applicants should register and apply online for CAT exam at iimcat.ac.in and also separately apply for IIFT admission by making payment of requisite application fee
IIFT MBA Admission is through Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by IIMs. IIFT does not conduct anymore its own entrance exam. IIFT admission process has following steps:
Step-1: Register and Submit Application & Take CAT exam by making payment of requisite CAT registration fees
Step-2: Submit separate Application for IIFT Admission by making payment of IIFT application fee
Step-3: IIFT will Shortlist candidates for Extempore-GD-PI round based on CAT cut off and Gender Diversity. Following weightage will be awarded to different components in IIFT shortlisting process for PI round:
Step-4: Shortlisted candidates need to participate in IIFT Final Selection Round comprising Extempore, GD, PI, WAT
Step-5: Final Merit List of more than 300 students will be generated after completion of IIFT final selection round based on CAT score, PI round and various other attributes & weightages
IIFT Need Based Scholarship: Under this Scheme IIFT pays interest subsidy on Educational Loan for 27 months to the MBA (IB) students with family income less than Rs.6 lakhs, from the time the loan in taken from a Bank.
New Scholarship Scheme (NSS): It will cover 10% students with scholarship amounting to 20% of the tuition fee in all “Full-Time/Regular” batches of the degree courses offered by IIFT. The criteria would be “means-cum-merit” basis with 70% weightage to means, and 30% weightage to merit.
Scholarships to IPM students: The scholarship will be offered after completion of BBA and MBA.
Government of India Scholarships: Government of India offers various central and state level scholarships to students. As of now, central scholarships are available for Full-Time students of IIFT through NSP portal like Central Sector Scholarship of Top Class Education to the SC students; ST students; to students with benchmark disabilities; to OBC students; Merit-cum-Means based Scholarship to the students belonging to minority communities and other scholarships.
Exim Bank Scholarship: Exim Bank offers a scholarship for reserved category (SC/ST) students equivalent to the tuition fees paid in the first year of the two-year Full-Time MBA Programme in International Business, subject to a ceiling of Rs.3.5Lakh.
OPJEMS Scholarship: This merit based scholarship by OP Jindal Group, is given to MBA(IB) first year and second year students of Delhi campus. First ten toppers from 1st year and first ten toppers from 2nd Year will be nominated by the Institute. On the basis of online test and interview conducted by OP Jindal Group, selected students will be awarded an amount of Rs.1.50 lakhs as scholarship.
MBA Business Analytics
MBA (Business Analytics) at IIFT is a 2 Year regular management programme. MBA BA at IIFT is a Non Residential programme. It is a six-trimester general management programme with a focus on Business Analytics for developing a competent cadre of business executives to meet the country’s growing requirements for trained personnel in the field of Data Analytics
Analytics and Artificial Intelligence are now widely used in all areas of a business. Numerous sectors have adopted business analytics market software and solutions to analyze and uncover new business possibilities, and design plans based on fresh insights. The two-year MBA (Business Analytics) is a degree programme offered by the Institute, admission to which is made on the basis of a competitive examination. Its focus is to familiarize the students with the increasing role of data and the insight it brings to decision-making at different levels of organizations. IIFT MBA BA programme familiarizes the students with the increasing role of data and insight it brings to decision making at different levels of organizations. It develops right set of management and analytical skill to work in the diverse set of data driven businesses like E-Commerce, banking and financial services, operations, supply chain & logistics and healthcare. It develops hands on capabilities on the technological driven variety of integrated tools and analytic toolkits and platforms.
The applicants should apply online for CAT/GMAT exam and also separately apply for IIFT admission by making payment of requisite application fee
IIFT MBA BA Admission is through CAT conducted by IIMs or GMAT conducted by GMAC. IIFT admission process has following steps:
Step-1: Register and Submit Application & Take CAT/GMAT exam
Step-2: Submit separate Application for IIFT MBA BA Admission by making payment of IIFT application fee
Step-3: IIFT will Shortlist candidates for Extempore-GD-PI round based on CAT cut off and other parameters. Entrance exam score has weightage of 98% and Gender Diversity has weightage of 2%
Step-4: Shortlisted candidates need to participate in IIFT Final Selection Round comprising Extempore, GD, PI, WAT
Step-5: Final Merit List will be generated after completion of IIFT final selection round based on CAT score, PI round and various other attributes & weightages
MBA in Business Analytics is Two-year regular MBA programme spread across six trimesters with 120 learning credits. It is a completely non-residential programme. The course curriculum will be imparted through a combination of methodologies like case studies, projects, presentation, software skills, programming languages, simulation and games, role play, field visits and industry sessions, foreign language skills. Induction Courses based on soft Skills and Mathematics are also offered in Trimester I. At the end of third trimester and sixth trimester, students will do projects and comprehensive viva will be conducted to judge their learning.
In addition to the Core Courses, the choice of Elective Courses offered to students has also been increased in keeping with the objective of aligning Elective Courses with changing dynamics of the business world and to make the courses more industry relevant. Students are required to opt for 18 Electives, 12 from Analytics group and 6 from Management group. To enhance experiential learning, other key components of IIFT MBA BA programme are Industry Visits, Summer Project (Internship), Research Project, Comprehensive Viva at the end of trimester III and V, SAP (Social Awareness Programme).
The course structure of MBA BA programme is designed in such a manner that role of analytics is emphasized from the very beginning of the programme. Through this programme student will be exposed to core managerial concepts, business problems, data ecosystem including data management & its visualization, case studies, business data driven case studies and tools, platforms, and software to solve them.
The step by step process how to apply for IIFT MBA BA admission is shared below:
Step-1: The applicants should register and apply online for CAT exam at iimcat.ac.in by making requisite CAT registration fee of Rs.2500
Step-2: After completing CAT application, apply separately for MBA (BA) Admission at IIFT website applyadmission.net/IIFT2025.
Step-3: Make online payment of IIFT application fee of Rs.3000/-. ( For PwD/SC /ST/Transgender IIFT application fees is Rs.1500)
IIFT MBA Admission 2025 Last Date to Apply has been extended from November 23 to December 5, 2024.
MBA (BA) programme is a non-residential programe conducted at Delhi campus.
The eligibility criteria to apply for the programme are:
- A Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks in aggregate or 5.0 CGPA out of 10. The student should have Mathematics/ Statistics as one of the subjects at Graduation level; OR B.Tech/B.E degree in any discipline from a recognized university/ institute with at least 50% marks in aggregate or 5.0 CGPA out of 10; OR a Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks in aggregate or 5.0 CGPA out of 10, with Mathematics as a subject at 10+2 level. Applied Mathematics in 10+2 will not be considered.
- Applicant should take CAT/GMAT
IIFT MBA BA Admission is through CAT conducted by IIMs or GMAT conducted by GMAC. IIFT admission process has following steps:
Step-1: Register and Submit Application & Take CAT/GMAT exam
Step-2: Submit separate Application for IIFT MBA BA Admission by making payment of IIFT application fee
Step-3: IIFT will Shortlist candidates for Extempore-GD-PI round based on CAT cut off and other parameters. Entrance exam score has weightage of 98% and Gender Diversity has weightage of 2%
Step-4: Shortlisted candidates need to participate in IIFT Final Selection Round comprising Extempore, GD, PI, WAT
Step-5: Final Merit List will be generated after completion of IIFT final selection round based on CAT score, PI round and various other attributes & weightages
Executive PGDM in Global Human Resource Management (EPGD-GHRM) Weekend
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IIFT offers 18 month part time (Weekend) Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Global Human Resource Management to prepare a cadre of HR professionals equipped with appropriate values, perspective, and competencies to become efficient trainers and catalysts in developing a culture of excellence in the organization. IIFT offers a unique perspective to the Global Human Resource Management (GHRM) Program due to its positioning as a premier institute of International Business. The course structure has been designed to leverage this USP by including courses on Global business environment, International Human Resources Practices and Cross Cultural Management.
The program enables participants to be Industry ready and equipped with knowledge of the latest tools required for global human resource management. It enables the participants to apply theoretical knowledge to contemporary fields of HRM like digital workplace.
- Admission to the Executive Programme will be offered by the Institute based on candidates’ fulfillment of eligibility conditions and ability to synchronize programme objectives with personal career goals.
- All applicants meeting the eligibility criteria will be called for personal interview.
- The final selection will be based on the candidate’s overall performance in the personal interview, Past academic record, experience, motivation to complete the program. Willingness to excel would get weightage in overall assessment for admission.
All sessions for the 18 month programme of Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Global Human Resource Management (at Delhi) would be on weekends and will be held at IIFT, Delhi in physical mode. Examinations would be conducted on campus. The programme curriculum is divided into four terms. Participants are required to opt 4 Elective Courses in Term IV. The electives must be finalized for Term-IV within the date as prescribed by the Programme Director. Minimum 20 participants are required to form an elective group. During the programme an International Study Tour of one week will be organized.
The programme lays strong Focus on International Human Resources Management with industry focus through course content, pedagogy and industry interactions. Courses on contemporary tools are used in HRM such as Design Thinking, Big Data, People Analytics, creating dashboards. Immersive Language course spread across two trimesters with separate certification is offered. The Capstone Project, Mentorship Program with Industry Experts, International Study Tour are the other key highlights of the programme.
- Application to EPGD-GHRM is through prescribed on-line Application Form.
- Application Fee is of INR 2,000/-for GEN/OBC or INR 1,000/- for SC/ST/PWD category candidates.
- Applicants will have to register themselves at IIFT website: www.iift.ac.in under ‘New Admissions’ and pay registration fees using the link that would appear after registration. Scanned copies of the relevant certificates need to be uploaded while submitting online application.
- Filled-in applications with enclosures and evidence of payment of Application Fee should be uploaded latest by the last date
- Applicants must mention the e-mail id clearly in the application form.
The Executive Programme is open to all working professionals and self- employed individuals who meet the following criteria:
- Graduation with 50% (45% for SC/ST/PWD) and Postgraduation degree and any professional degree such as HR, law, engineering, architecture, medicine, pharmaceutical, agriculture, horticulture, etc. with Two years of work experience
- 3 years of working experience in management after graduation. Executive level is preferred Only managerial work experience will be considered
- No Objection Certificate (N.O.C) from the employers required at the time of admission only for sponsored candidates
- There is No minimum or maximum age limit for applicants
- Admission to the Executive Programme will be offered by the Institute based on candidates’ fulfillment of eligibility conditions and ability to synchronize programme objectives with personal career goals.
- All applicants meeting the eligibility criteria will be called for personal interview.
- The final selection will be based on the candidate’s overall performance in the personal interview, Past academic record, experience, motivation to complete the program. Willingness to excel would get weightage in overall assessment for admission.
IIFT Need Based Scholarship: Under this Scheme IIFT pays interest subsidy on Educational Loan for 27 months to the MBA (IB) students with family income less than Rs.6 lakhs, from the time the loan in taken from a Bank.
New Scholarship Scheme (NSS): It will cover 10% students with scholarship amounting to 20% of the tuition fee in all “Full-Time/Regular” batches of the degree courses offered by IIFT. The criteria would be “means-cum-merit” basis with 70% weightage to means, and 30% weightage to merit.
Scholarships to IPM students: The scholarship will be offered after completion of BBA and MBA.
Government of India Scholarships: Government of India offers various central and state level scholarships to students. As of now, central scholarships are available for Full-Time students of IIFT through NSP portal like Central Sector Scholarship of Top Class Education to the SC students; ST students; to students with benchmark disabilities; to OBC students; Merit-cum-Means based Scholarship to the students belonging to minority communities and other scholarships.
Exim Bank Scholarship: Exim Bank offers a scholarship for reserved category (SC/ST) students equivalent to the tuition fees paid in the first year of the two-year Full-Time MBA Programme in International Business, subject to a ceiling of Rs.3.5Lakh.
OPJEMS Scholarship: This merit based scholarship by OP Jindal Group, is given to MBA(IB) first year and second year students of Delhi campus. First ten toppers from 1st year and first ten toppers from 2nd Year will be nominated by the Institute. On the basis of online test and interview conducted by OP Jindal Group, selected students will be awarded an amount of Rs.1.50 lakhs as scholarship.
Executive Post Graduate Diploma in International Business (EPGDIB)
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Executive Post Graduate Diploma in International Business (EPGDIB) is 18 months on campus programme offered at IIFT Delhi campus. All sessions would be on weekends and will be held at IIFT, Delhi in physical mode. There will be one 'contact week' module in each semester. Examinations would be conducted on Campus.
The EPGDIB at IIFT is a customized program tailored for working executives, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve success in the dynamic world of international business. The experienced faculty at IIFT, with their expertise and industry insights, nurtures participants to become proficient strategic leaders in the corpo
Admission to the Executive Programme will be offered by the Institute based on candidates' fulfillment of eligibility conditions and ability to synchronize programme objectives with personal career goals:
- All applications received are reviewed
- Candidates will be shortlisted for Interview based on their qualifications & work experience Interview may be conducted on-campus or online (virtually) for the shortlisted candidates
- Final Merit list will be generated based on qualification, quality of work experience and personal interview
IIFT Need Based Scholarship: Under this Scheme IIFT pays interest subsidy on Educational Loan for 27 months to the MBA (IB) students with family income less than Rs.6 lakhs, from the time the loan in taken from a Bank.
New Scholarship Scheme (NSS): It will cover 10% students with scholarship amounting to 20% of the tuition fee in all “Full-Time/Regular” batches of the degree courses offered by IIFT. The criteria would be “means-cum-merit” basis with 70% weightage to means, and 30% weightage to merit.
Scholarships to IPM students: The scholarship will be offered after completion of BBA and MBA.
Government of India Scholarships: Government of India offers various central and state level scholarships to students. As of now, central scholarships are available for Full-Time students of IIFT through NSP portal like Central Sector Scholarship of Top Class Education to the SC students; ST students; to students with benchmark disabilities; to OBC students; Merit-cum-Means based Scholarship to the students belonging to minority communities and other scholarships.
Exim Bank Scholarship: Exim Bank offers a scholarship for reserved category (SC/ST) students equivalent to the tuition fees paid in the first year of the two-year Full-Time MBA Programme in International Business, subject to a ceiling of Rs.3.5Lakh.
OPJEMS Scholarship: This merit based scholarship by OP Jindal Group, is given to MBA(IB) first year and second year students of Delhi campus. First ten toppers from 1st year and first ten toppers from 2nd Year will be nominated by the Institute. On the basis of online test and interview conducted by OP Jindal Group, selected students will be awarded an amount of Rs.1.50 lakhs as scholarship.
Doctoral Programme in Management
IIFT offers 3 years full time Ph.D. Programme in Management. The programme covers Doctoral research in a variety of business related areas leading to the award of Ph.D degree. The programme is targeted at research scholars, members of teaching faculty in universities and institutes of higher learning, professionals from private, public and government sectors. The main objectives of the Ph.D. Programme are to facilitate pursuing higher studies and advanced research in International Business; to encourage and doing research on contemporary issues in the field of International Business; to encourage publication of research papers in academic journals, occasional papers, monographs, books and other publications.
One of the primary purposes of doctoral studies is to encourage in-depth analysis and enrich knowledge in the chosen field. This includes the ability to apply independently methodologies of scientific research as well as to create new scientific knowledge. Further, the candidate should demonstrate an ability to analyze critically research results and to understand their importance in the relevant context. Skills to present and to effectively communicate research results are needed in order to succeed in postgraduate studies. Thus, it is important to assume an adequate knowledge and understanding of the problems, research methodologies, historical developments, theory formulation and societal importance of the scientific disciplines which are related to the candidates own research field. IIFT has two campuses viz, New Delhi and Kolkata. Selected candidates can attend the course work classes from Delhi as well as Kolkata (via video conferencing)
There is no Programme fee for Indian Full Time Ph.D. Scholars. They are offered scholarships and financial assistance. An amount of 37,000/- P.M. + HRA for first two years and 42,000/- P.M. + HRA for remaining three years will be offered by the Institute. For continuation of scholarship in the second phase, performance evaluation will be done on half-yearly basis. The amount is subject to revision by the Institute.
Submit application online with enclosures
- All the eligible candidates will be called for the offline Entrance Exam.
- The entrance test syllabus consists of 50% of research methodology and 50% shall be subject specific
- Students who score 50% marks in the entrance test are eligible to be called for the interview. A relaxation of 5% marks will be allowed in the entrance examination for the candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC/differently- abled category, Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- Candidates who would qualify for the Written Entrance Test will be called for the Interview.
Exemption from Written Entrance Examination:
- UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates are exempted from the Written Entrance Examination. UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates will be called for the interviews on the basis of their scores in the UGC NET-JRF Exam and a separate list will be released
Ph.D. Programme shall be for a minimum duration of three (3) years, including course work (two semesters), from the date of admission to the Ph.D. Programme. The broad areas in which the Institute offers admission to Ph.D. Programme (Management) are Finance, OB & HR, Strategy, Global Trade Operations and Logistics, IT Application Management, Marketing, Operations & Supply Chain Management.
During the first year, selected scholars need to complete the coursework at the Institute covering two semesters. On successful completion of the coursework including the Seminar Paper and approval of the proposed research topic (Synopsis Confirmation), a confirmation certificate will be issued along with the name of the Ph.D. Supervisor. A three- member Doctoral Advisory Committee (DAC) will be set up for each scholar for his/her doctoral research. The scholar has to present his/ her research progress to the DAC on a regular basis. Selected scholars are required to mandatorily attend course work at IIFT during the first year of the Programme. The total course work is of 18 credit hours (1 credit hour = 10 hours) including 3 credit hours of seminar paper. The course work is divided over two semesters and will be held on weekends. Course Structure is subject to revision by the Institute’s Academic Council from time to time. In addition to the coursework, the Full Time Ph.D. Scholars at the Institute are trained in various teaching, research, and other academic activities (e.g., offering tutorials, case presentations), helping faculty in teaching and evaluations. Ph.D. students are offered scholarship by the Institute and those with JRF, are required to be involved in teaching, research, and evaluation work.
- Desirous candidates should register and apply online at IIFT website
- Application Form and Brochure for the Ph.D. Programme (Management) 2024 can be downloaded from the website www.iift.ac.in.
- Candidates applying for Ph.D. Programme need to fill in the Application Form online and submit the same along with the application fee of 2,500/ - ( 1,250/- in respect of SC/ST/PwD candidates)
- The scanned copies of required documents should be attached the with application form
The eligibility criteria for applying to IIFT’s Ph.D. Programme (Management) are the following:
- Candidates who have completed Master’s degree programme after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme or a 2-year/ 4- semester master’s degree programme after a 3-year bachelor’s degree programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent are eligible; A candidate seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade; or, the candidates who have completed the M.Phil. programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade are eligible
- Minimum knowledge of spoken and written English is essential.
- Only the candidates pursuing full time PhD are eligible for hostel accommodation
- Candidates who are in the final year of the above mentioned degree programme are also eligible to apply
- There is no age limit to apply
Submit application online with enclosures
- All the eligible candidates will be called for the offline Entrance Exam.
- The entrance test syllabus consists of 50% of research methodology and 50% shall be subject specific
- Students who score 50% marks in the entrance test are eligible to be called for the interview. A relaxation of 5% marks will be allowed in the entrance examination for the candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC/differently- abled category, Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- Candidates who would qualify for the Written Entrance Test will be called for the Interview.
Exemption from Written Entrance Examination:
- UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates are exempted from the Written Entrance Examination. UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates will be called for the interviews on the basis of their scores in the UGC NET-JRF Exam and a separate list will be released
Doctoral Programme in Management
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IIFT offers 6 years part time Ph.D. Programme in Management. The duration can be extended upto 8 years in case of satisfactory performance of the scholars. The programme covers Doctoral research in a variety of business related areas leading to the award of Ph.D degree. The programme is targeted at research scholars, members of teaching faculty in universities and institutes of higher learning, professionals from private, public and government sectors. The main objectives of the Ph.D. Programme are to facilitate pursuing higher studies and advanced research in International Business; to encourage and doing research on contemporary issues in the field of International Business; to encourage publication of research papers in academic journals, occasional papers, monographs, books and other publications.
One of the primary purposes of doctoral studies is to encourage in-depth analysis and enrich knowledge in the chosen field. This includes the ability to apply independently methodologies of scientific research as well as to create new scientific knowledge. Further, the candidate should demonstrate an ability to analyze critically research results and to understand their importance in the relevant context. Skills to present and to effectively communicate research results are needed in order to succeed in postgraduate studies. Thus, it is important to assume an adequate knowledge and understanding of the problems, research methodologies, historical developments, theory formulation and societal importance of the scientific disciplines which are related to the candidates own research field. IIFT has two campuses viz, New Delhi and Kolkata. Selected candidates can attend the course work classes from Delhi as well as Kolkata (via video conferencing)
Please mention a Desirous candidates should register and apply online at IIFT website
- Application Form and Brochure for the Ph.D. Programme (Management) 2024 can be downloaded from the website www.iift.ac.in.
- Candidates applying for Ph.D. Programme need to fill in the Application Form online and submit the same along with the application fee of 2,500/ - ( 1,250/- in respect of SC/ST/PwD candidates)
- The scanned copies of required documents should be attached the with application form
- Submit application online with enclosures
- All the eligible candidates will be called for the offline Entrance Exam.
- The entrance test syllabus consists of 50% of research methodology and 50% shall be subject specific
- Students who score 50% marks in the entrance test are eligible to be called for the interview. A relaxation of 5% marks will be allowed in the entrance examination for the candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC/differently- abled category, Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- Candidates who would qualify for the Written Entrance Test will be called for the Interview.
Exemption from Written Entrance Examination:
- UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates are exempted from the Written Entrance Examination. UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates will be called for the interviews on the basis of their scores in the UGC NET-JRF Exam and a separate list will be released.
The part timePh.D. Programme shall be for a duration of six years, including course work (two semesters), from the date of admission to the Ph.D. Programme. The duration can be extended to 8 years. The broad areas in which the Institute offers admission to Ph.D. Programme (Management) are Finance, OB & HR, Strategy, Global Trade Operations and Logistics, IT Application Management, Marketing, Operations & Supply Chain Management.
During the first year, selected scholars need to complete the coursework at the Institute covering two semesters. On successful completion of the coursework including the Seminar Paper and approval of the proposed research topic (Synopsis Confirmation), a confirmation certificate will be issued along with the name of the Ph.D. Supervisor. A three- member Doctoral Advisory Committee (DAC) will be set up for each scholar for his/her doctoral research. The scholar has to present his/ her research progress to the DAC on a regular basis. Selected scholars are required to mandatorily attend course work at IIFT during the first year of the Programme. The total course work is of 18 credit hours (1 credit hour = 10 hours) including 3 credit hours of seminar paper. The course work is divided over two semesters and will be held on weekends. Course Structure is subject to revision by the Institute’s Academic Council from time to time. In addition to the coursework, the Full Time Ph.D. Scholars at the Institute are trained in various teaching, research, and other academic activities (e.g., offering tutorials, case presentations), helping faculty in teaching and evaluations. Ph.D. students are offered scholarship by the Institute and those with JRF, are required to be involved in teaching, research, and evaluation work.
- Desirous candidates should register and apply online at IIFT website
- Application Form and Brochure for the Ph.D. Programme (Management) 2024 can be downloaded from the website www.iift.ac.in.
- Candidates applying for Ph.D. Programme need to fill in the Application Form online and submit the same along with the application fee of 2,500/ - ( 1,250/- in respect of SC/ST/PwD candidates)
- The scanned copies of required documents should be attached the with application form
The eligibility criteria for applying to IIFT’s Ph.D. Programme (Management) are the following:
- Candidates who have completed Master’s degree programme after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme or a 2-year/ 4- semester master’s degree programme after a 3-year bachelor’s degree programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent are eligible; A candidate seeking admission after a 4-year/8-semester bachelor’s degree programme should have a minimum of 75% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade; or, the candidates who have completed the M.Phil. programme with at least 55% marks in aggregate or its equivalent grade are eligible
- Minimum knowledge of spoken and written English is essential.
- Only the candidates pursuing full time PhD are eligible for hostel accommodation
- Candidates who are in the final year of the above mentioned degree programme are also eligible to apply
- There is no age limit to apply
Please mention a Desirous candidates should register and apply online at IIFT website
- Application Form and Brochure for the Ph.D. Programme (Management) 2024 can be downloaded from the website www.iift.ac.in.
- Candidates applying for Ph.D. Programme need to fill in the Application Form online and submit the same along with the application fee of 2,500/ - ( 1,250/- in respect of SC/ST/PwD candidates)
- The scanned copies of required documents should be attached the with application form
- Submit application online with enclosures
- All the eligible candidates will be called for the offline Entrance Exam.
- The entrance test syllabus consists of 50% of research methodology and 50% shall be subject specific
- Students who score 50% marks in the entrance test are eligible to be called for the interview. A relaxation of 5% marks will be allowed in the entrance examination for the candidates belonging to the SC/ST/OBC/differently- abled category, Economically Weaker Section (EWS)
- Candidates who would qualify for the Written Entrance Test will be called for the Interview.
Exemption from Written Entrance Examination:
- UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates are exempted from the Written Entrance Examination. UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates will be called for the interviews on the basis of their scores in the UGC NET-JRF Exam and a separate list will be released.
IIFT Need Based Scholarship: Under this Scheme IIFT pays interest subsidy on Educational Loan for 27 months to the MBA (IB) students with family income less than Rs.6 lakhs, from the time the loan in taken from a Bank.
New Scholarship Scheme (NSS): It will cover 10% students with scholarship amounting to 20% of the tuition fee in all “Full-Time/Regular” batches of the degree courses offered by IIFT. The criteria would be “means-cum-merit” basis with 70% weightage to means, and 30% weightage to merit.
Scholarships to IPM students: The scholarship will be offered after completion of BBA and MBA.
Government of India Scholarships: Government of India offers various central and state level scholarships to students. As of now, central scholarships are available for Full-Time students of IIFT through NSP portal like Central Sector Scholarship of Top Class Education to the SC students; ST students; to students with benchmark disabilities; to OBC students; Merit-cum-Means based Scholarship to the students belonging to minority communities and other scholarships.
Exim Bank Scholarship: Exim Bank offers a scholarship for reserved category (SC/ST) students equivalent to the tuition fees paid in the first year of the two-year Full-Time MBA Programme in International Business, subject to a ceiling of Rs.3.5Lakh.
OPJEMS Scholarship: This merit based scholarship by OP Jindal Group, is given to MBA(IB) first year and second year students of Delhi campus. First ten toppers from 1st year and first ten toppers from 2nd Year will be nominated by the Institute. On the basis of online test and interview conducted by OP Jindal Group, selected students will be awarded an amount of Rs.1.50 lakhs as scholarship.
Integrated Programme in Management (IPM)
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Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) offers 5-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM). The five year IIFT Integrated MBA is a dual degree programme and leads to award of BBA+MBA. IIFT launched 5-Year Integrated MBA at its Kakinada campus in Andhra Pradesh in 2022. For IIFT IPM Admission, Indian Institute of Foreign Trade accepts score of IPMAT exam which is conducted by IIM Indore
The Five Year Integrated Program in Management (IPM) at IIFT-Kakinada aims at imparting managerial and decision making capabilities to young professionals along with integrating management education with Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). In line with the New Education Policy 2020, with an early induction into the programme and a rigorous and holistic curriculum, the students will be able to demonstrate problem solving skills supported by appropriate analytical techniques and will use ethical and socially conscious judgment while analyzing business situations. Candidates successfully completing the course requirement of integrated programme in management would be awarded Bachelor of Business Administration (Business Analytics) at the end of 3 years and Master of Business Administration (International Business) at the end of 5 years by Indian Institute of Foreign Trade. Candidates opting for exit after completing the requirement of first three years, would be awarded Bachelor of Business Administration (Business Analytics). The first three years of the IPM program would be based on semester system and the last two years would be based on the trimester system (as per the prevailing MBA course structure). Promotion from BBA (Business Analytics) to MBA (International Business) will be based on fulfilment of all academic requirements as per rules.
- IIFT IPM Admission is a two step process:
- The applicants should apply for IPMAT conducted by IIM Indore and also apply separately for IIFT IPM Admission
- IIFT will use score of IPMAT cut off for short-listing/selecting the candidates for its IPM programme
- For final selection in IIFT IPM Admission, IIFT will prepare Merit list for selection of the candidate on the basis of his/her IPMAT Score, Academic Profile of class 10th and Gender Diversity as per following weightage
IIFT offers a dynamic curriculum. It aims to familiarize the students with fundamental concepts of management, international business and trade. The course structure is in sync with international trade and business demand, industry requirements and expectations. It incorporates all the vital subject areas and disciplines relevant to global business, emphasizing on analytical and quantitative approach. The course is a combination of core subjects and a wide range of electives that cater to the changing dynamics of international business.
IIFT IPM curriculum for the first three years is based on the combination of courses on Business Analytics, Foundation (Management), Humanities and Professional Enrichment. Professional enrichment is a combination of Ability Enhancement, Skill Enhancement and Creativity. The curriculum comprises of approximately 150 credits in total for the first three years. While the last 2 years of MBA-IB at IIFT is of 120 credits.
You need to take following steps to apply for IIFT IPM Admission:
- Apply Online for IPMAT conducted by IIM Indore at iimidr.ac.in
- IPMAT Registration & Application Fees is Rs.4130/-
- Apply Online for IIFT IPM Admission separately
- IIFT IPM Application Fees is Rs.2000/-
IIFT IPM Eligibility is as below
- Candidates should have passed 10+2/XII/HSC examination in arts/commerce/science stream or equivalent with 60% (55% for candidates from SC/ST/PwD/Transgender) or more
- Students appearing in class 12 this year are also eligible to apply
- The candidate must have passed class 10th examination with 60% (55% for candidates from SC/ST/PwD/Transgender) or more
- A key component of IIFT IPM eligibility is that the candidates must have studied Mathematics/ Business Mathematics as a subject in class 12 (+2 level). This is a mandatory part of IIFT IPM Eligibility criterion
- A candidate should be not more than of 20 years of age.
- As IIFT accepts IPMAT exam conducted by IIM Indore for IPM admission the candidate should apply and appear in IPMAT conducted by IIM Indore.
IIFT IPM Admission is a two step process:
The applicants should apply for IPMAT conducted by IIM Indore and also apply separately for IIFT IPM Admission
IIFT will use score of IPMAT cut off for short-listing/selecting the candidates for its IPM programme
For final selection in IIFT IPM Admission, IIFT will prepare Merit list for selection of the candidate on the basis of his/her IPMAT Score, Academic Profile of class 10th and Gender Diversity as per following weightage
IIFT Need Based Scholarship: Under this Scheme IIFT pays interest subsidy on Educational Loan for 27 months to the MBA (IB) students with family income less than Rs.6 lakhs, from the time the loan in taken from a Bank.
New Scholarship Scheme (NSS): It will cover 10% students with scholarship amounting to 20% of the tuition fee in all “Full-Time/Regular” batches of the degree courses offered by IIFT. The criteria would be “means-cum-merit” basis with 70% weightage to means, and 30% weightage to merit.
Scholarships to IPM students: The scholarship will be offered after completion of BBA and MBA.
Government of India Scholarships: Government of India offers various central and state level scholarships to students. As of now, central scholarships are available for Full-Time students of IIFT through NSP portal like Central Sector Scholarship of Top Class Education to the SC students; ST students; to students with benchmark disabilities; to OBC students; Merit-cum-Means based Scholarship to the students belonging to minority communities and other scholarships.
Exim Bank Scholarship: Exim Bank offers a scholarship for reserved category (SC/ST) students equivalent to the tuition fees paid in the first year of the two-year Full-Time MBA Programme in International Business, subject to a ceiling of Rs.3.5Lakh.
OPJEMS Scholarship: This merit based scholarship by OP Jindal Group, is given to MBA(IB) first year and second year students of Delhi campus. First ten toppers from 1st year and first ten toppers from 2nd Year will be nominated by the Institute. On the basis of online test and interview conducted by OP Jindal Group, selected students will be awarded an amount of Rs.1.50 lakhs as scholarship.