IIFT 2026 Application form 

IIFT 2026 will begin with the online application submissions starting in the 3rd week of October 2025. The last date for the submission of online applications is 1st week December 2025 along with the fee payment.

IIFT will not be conducting its entrance exam hence candidates with CAT scores will be eligible for admission. The CAT exam will be conducted in the 4th week of November 2025.

IIFT 2026 Application Process

Steps to Apply for IIFT 2026

Online Mode

• Candidates need to visit the official IIFT website (iift.ac.in) and click on the link for IIFT MBA (IB) or MBA (BA) 2026-28 application.
• Candidates need to register themselves as a new user by providing their name, mobile number, and email ID. Set a password and choose a security question for future logins. Confirm the registration with the OTP sent to the mobile/email.
• Candidates need to Log in using their application number and password to access the application form.
• Fill out the application form with all required details, including personal, academic, parental, professional, and communication information. Candidates will need to select the preferred test city.
• Upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photograph, signature, and relevant certificates (such as category or academic certificates) in the specified format and size (photo: 10–200 kb, signature: 4–30 kb, certificates: 50–300 kb; all in JPG/JPEG format).
• Candidates will then have to verify their email ID using the OTP sent, and review all details before final submission.
• Pay the application fee online via debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI. The fee is non-refundable and varies by category (e.g., INR 3,000 for General/OBC/EWS for MBA-IB).
• Download and print the confirmation page after successful submission for future records.

Fee Payment

Pay the application fee online via Debit card, Credit card, Net banking, or UPI. The fee is non-refundable.

The following table represents the fee structure based on the categories for candidates.

Documents Needed

• Scanned passport-size photograph and signature.
• Academic certificates (Class 10th, 12th, Graduation).
• Caste or category certificate (if applicable).
• GMAT score and proof of nationality (for NRI/Foreign applicants).
• Additional documents like letters of recommendation, passport pages, and embassy certificate for NRIs may be required.

Important Points for Candidates to Remember

• Only those satisfying all eligibility criteria should apply; otherwise, the application is liable for rejection.
• Candidates can apply for both MBA-IB and MBA-BA.
• The application form is common for both IIFT Delhi and Kolkata campuses.
• All communication regarding exam, admit card, and admission is online.

Click Here For IIFT 2026 Exam Pattern

FAQs

Q1. When will the IIFT 2026 application form be released?

Ans. The application form is expected to be available online in the third week of October 2025, with the last date to apply likely in late November or early December 2025.

Q2. How can one pay the IIFT 2026 application fee?

Ans. The fee must be paid online using debit/credit card, net banking, UPI, or e-wallet. There is no offline payment facility, and the fee is non-refundable.

Q3. Can a candidate edit the IIFT 2026 application form after submission?

Ans. No, once the application form is finally submitted, no changes or edits are allowed. Candidates are advised to carefully review all details before submission.

Q4. Is there any provision for applicants from reserved categories?

Ans. Yes, SC, ST, OBC (NCL), PwD, and transgender candidates get a reduced application fee as well as seat reservation as per government norms.

Q5. What if the required documents are not ready during application?

Ans. All mandatory documents (photograph, signature, certificates) must be uploaded at the time of application. Incomplete forms or missing documents can lead to rejection.