The IIFT 2026 counselling process is a critical step in the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade’s admission cycle for its MBA programs in International Business and Business Analytics. This phase follows the declaration of results, where shortlisted candidates based on CAT 2025 scores are invited to participate in the counselling rounds that assess their overall suitability for admission.
The IIFT counselling might take place between February and March 2026. It will be conducted in multiple stages, all designed to evaluate a candidate’s communication skills, writing competency, and personal traits beyond the entrance test scores.
Candidates need to carry the following documents for verification:
After counselling, based on combined merit, candidates receive provisional admission offers. Selected candidates must confirm and complete admission formalities within the deadline, including fee payment.
Q1. Who is eligible for IIFT 2026 counselling?
Ans. Only candidates who clear the CAT 2025 cut-offs and meet IIFT’s eligibility criteria will be shortlisted for the counselling process. This includes meeting sectional and overall CAT score requirements as well as academic qualifications.
Q2. What is assessed during the IIFT counselling rounds?
Ans. The counselling includes Group Discussion, Writing Skills Assessment, and Personal Interview, which examine communication skills, writing ability, personality traits, and career aspirations beyond academic performance.
Q3. Is the IIFT counselling conducted in-person or online?
Ans. Traditionally, IIFT counselling is held on-campus at IIFT Delhi and Kolkata. However, depending on circumstances and guidelines, it may also be conducted virtually.
Q4. What happens if a candidate fails to attend the counselling?
Ans. Non-attendance without valid reasons or failure to comply with counselling requirements typically leads to disqualification from the admission process.
Q5. How is the final selection for IIFT admission made?
Ans. Final selection is based on a composite score derived from CAT scores and performance in counselling stages (GD, WAT, PI). The merit list is prepared accordingly, followed by formal admission offers.
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