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      IIFT Kolkata Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff & Application Form

      Verangi Arun Sai

      Updated on Nov 21 2025, 05:47 PM IST

      IIFT Kolkata Admission Process

      Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), Kolkata offers admission to postgraduate and doctoral level programmes. IIFT Kolkata admissions are offered based on the scores obtained in entrance exams and merit secured in qualifying exams. Students need to meet the required eligibility criteria before applying for admission at IIFT Kolkata.

      • IIFT Kolkata admissions are offered for MBA International Business, Executive postgraduate diploma in International Business and PhD Management.
      • Entrance Exams Accepted: CAT exam scores are accepted for the admission process.

      Indian Institute of Foreign Trade admission process involves filling out an application form, paying the application fees and uploading necessary documents. Final selection will be done based on the scores obtained in entrance exam followed by a group discussion and a personal interview. Read below to get detailed information regarding IIFT Kolkata admission process and eligibility criteria.

      Also Read: IIFT Kolkata courses

      IIFT Kolkata Admissions 2026 Highlights

      Given in the table below are the entrance exams accepted for IIFT Kolkata admission process.

      Entrance Exams Accepted for IIFT Kolkata Admission

      CourseEntrance Exam Accepted
      MBA International BusinessCAT

      How to Apply for IIFT Kolkata Admission 2026?

      Students interested in applying for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade admission can follow the application process given below.

      Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Kolkata Application Process

      • Eligible candidates must visit the official website.
      • The applicants should register on the website.
      • Fill out the application form of IIFT Kolkata.
      • Upload the necessary documents.
      • Submit the application form fee and save the details.

      Also Read: IIFT Kolkata placment

      Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Kolkata Admissions 2026 for PG Programmes

      The institute offers postgraduate courses such as MBA International Business and an Executive Postgraduate diploma in International Business. Read below to get detailed information regarding IIFT Kolkata PG admission process and eligibility criteria.

      Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Kolkata Admission Eligibility Criteria

      Course Eligibility Criteria

      MBA International Business

      Must have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks.


      Executive Post Graduate Diploma International Business

      Graduation or its equivalent degree from a recognised institute along with a work experience of 5 years.

      or

      A post graduation or engineering degree or its equivalent with 3 years of work experience.

      IIFT Kolkata MBA Admission 2026

      MBA admission at Indian Institute of Foreign Trade are offered based on the scores obtained in CAT exam. Students can read below to get detailed information regarding IIFT Kolkata MBA admission process.

      IIFT Kolkata MBA International Business Admission Process

      • Eligible candidates must visit the official website.
      • Candidates should fill out the application form.
      • Candidates must appear for a computer-based test conducted by the institute.
      • The shortlisted candidates will be called for writing skills assessment, group discussion and interview.
      • The final selection will be based on the scores obtained in test, group discussions, writing skills assessment and interviews.
      • The selected candidates will get their document verified and pay the course fee.

      Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Kolkata PG Diploma Course Admissions 2026

      The institute offers PG diploma courses such as Executive Post Graduate Diploma International Business and others. The duration of the course is 1 year.

      IIFT Kolkata Executive PG Diploma International Business Admission Process

      • Eligible candidates must visit the official website.
      • Candidates should fill out the application form.
      • Candidates are shortlisted based on their qualifications and work experience.
      • Candidates who will be shortlisted will have to appear for an interview.
      • The final selected candidates will get their document verified and pay the course fee.

      Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Kolkata Admissions 2026 for PhD Programme

      The IIFT Kolkata offers a P.hD in Management and Economics at doctoral level with a duration of 6 years.

      Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Kolkata Admission Eligibility Criteria

      CourseEligibility Criteria

      PhD Management

      Master’s degree /M. Phil degree in any discipline from an approved university with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks.

      IIFT Kolkata PhD Admission Process 

      • Eligible candidates must visit the official website.
      • Candidates should fill out the application form.
      • Eligible candidates must appear for the written entrance exam followed by the interview.
      • UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates are exempted from the written test and are directly called for the interview.
      • Selected candidates will get their documents verified and pay the course fee to complete the admission process.

      Also Read: IIFT Kolkata facilities

      Documents Required for IIFT Kolkata Admission

      • Mark sheets and certificates of all previous examinations.

      • Transfer certificate.
      • Character certificate.
      • DOB certificate.
      • Aadhaar card.
      • Passport size photographs.
      • Copy of Statement of Purpose.
      • Two letters of recommendation.

      Note: Candidates can apply for admission offline as well as online also.

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      FAQ’s

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      Q: What is the admission process of MBA International Business Course at Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Kolkata?
      A:

      For the MBA Course, admission is given on the basis of marks obtained in computer-based tests, writing skills assessments, group discussions and interviews at IIFT Kolkata.

      Q: What is the eligibility criteria required for IIFT Kolkata MBA admission?
      Q: What are the entrance exams accepted for IIFT Kolkata admission?
      Q: What is the admission process of the PhD Course at Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Kolkata?
      Q: What is the eligibility criteria required for IIFT Kolkata PG Diploma admission?
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      Student Reviews for IIFT Kolkata

      Average Rating

      4.6
      Rating given by students

      Total Reviews

      35
      Verified Reviews
      5
      26
      4
      8
      3
      1
      2
      0
      1
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      Overall

      4.6

      Infrastructure

      4.3

      Placements

      4.6

      Campus Life

      4.2

      Academics

      4.5

      Value for Money

      3.2

      Showing 3 results of 35 reviews

      It is a good college for sure

      Anonymous Posted on 29 Dec'24
      MBA International Business - Batch of 2026-01-01
      3.8

      Academics

      A mix of very competent faculties and the opposite of it. However in terms of knowledge and industry insights, all the professors are top notch. Excellent faculties in the trade domain especially which is unique in India

      College Infra

      The infrastructure is sufficient with all the basic amenities available. Hostel rooms are single occupancy but are a bit old. Everything is e functional in the room and hostel. Non AC rooms are there so that's a bit of an issue

      Campus Life

      Depends on individual. The campus and it's culture provides enough opportunities to make it a vibrant campus

      Placements

      Top companies come and recruit each and every year especially in the finance and marketing domains. Companies with foreign exposure also visit the campus, especially in the trade domain but the locations are a bit remote

      Value For Money

      Fees less than iims but more expensive than DU college.
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      Great college for pursuing MBA

      R
      RAJARSHI ROY CHOUDHURY Posted on 17 Apr'24
      MBA International Business - Batch of 2025-01-01
      4.6

      Academics

      Rigorous curriculum with diverse subjects. Unique aspect is the International Trade related subjects which is the USP of IIFT. Also contains various non-academic aspects including social awareness program and port visit as a mandatory part of the degree.

      College Infra

      College has all facilities including smart classrooms, clean hostels (single sharing accommodation for boys and double sharing for girls in Faculty Housing). Only drawback is it doesn't has its own ground, but has basketball court, badminton court and common rooms for table tennis and carrom.

      Campus Life

      Multiple events and student run activities are conducted throughout the year.

      Placements

      Offers vast opportunity for getting placed across industries, companies, roles. There are ample opportunities in each domain, be it finance, marketing, trade, general management, consulting, prod man, etc. More than a 100 companies visits the campus for placement purpose.

      Value For Money

      Offers merit cum need based scholarships as well as the ROI is decent considering the placement and fees.
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      Overall, my experience was ok.

      Arshad Kamal Posted on 8 Apr'21
      MBA International Business - Batch of 2019-01-01
      4

      Academics

      I have studied finance from here. Professors are quite good. Campus have library and Bloomberg facilities. Apart from theoretical education, professors give assignments which helps in practical learning.

      College Infra

      As per no of intake of students, infrastructure facilities are quite good. Every students get single room for hostel accommodation. Classroom facilities are quite good. Area around the campus have not much facilities.

      Campus Life

      Campus have lush green area under 7 acres. Location of campus is outskirt

      Placements

      During our days, placement were good but as no of students intake rose, the placement quality reduced. Don't go with the average salary of any colleges as it doesn't give the actual picture. Talk with any alumni from the college, they will give you the actual scenario

      Value For Money

      9 lakhs. It's my personal opinion. I don't think MBAs are value for money.
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