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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.

IIFT Kolkata Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

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

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.

2: What is the admission process of the PhD Course at Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Kolkata?

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Kolkata PhD admission is based on entrance exam (70%) and interview (30%). UGC NET-JRF qualifiers exempt from exam, called for interview based on score.

Student Reviews for IIFT Kolkata

College Infrastructure: 4.3/5
Academics: 4.5/5
Placements: 4.6/5
Value for Money: 3.2/5
Campus Life: 4.2/5

It is a good college for sure

Verified Review

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

Great college for pursuing MBA

Verified Review

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.

Overall, my experience was ok.

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.

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News and Notifications
Nov 29, 2025

Admissions 2026 to different courses at IIFT Kolkata has started.

Nov 29, 2025

Deadline extended to extended to December 8, 2025 for applications to MBA (IB) and MBA (Business Analytics).

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