Students admitted to IIFT MBA (IB) 2026-28 must submit specific scanned uploads during the online application and carry all original certificates at the time of reporting to campus — missing any document delays or cancels final admission.

The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) runs a two-stage document process. First, scanned copies are uploaded through applyadmission.net/iift2026 during the application and fee-payment stages. Second, original certificates with self-attested photocopies are produced at the campus on the reporting date for physical verification. This guide covers both stages so you are prepared for IIFT Delhi, Kolkata, or Kakinada.

  • Scanned documents must be uploaded at applyadmission.net/iift2026 during the application stage in the prescribed format and file size.
  • All original certificates and self-attested photocopies must be carried to campus on the reporting date for document verification.
  • Final-year graduation students must submit proof of their qualifying degree by October 31, 2026.
  • Category certificates must be issued by a competent authority as applicable in central government institutes — certificates from previous financial years may not be accepted.
  • Uploaded documents that do not match originals at physical verification may result in cancellation of admission.
Direct Link to IIFT MBA 2026-28 Admission Portal (ACTIVE)

Documents to Upload at Application Stage

During online registration at applyadmission.net/iift2026, you upload scanned copies of all required documents. Each file must be legible, valid, and within the prescribed format and file size — blurred or oversized uploads may lead to application rejection. Keep these files ready before you begin filling the form.

Document Format Max File Size
Passport-size photograph JPG / JPEG As specified in portal guidelines
Scanned signature JPG / JPEG As specified in portal guidelines
Class 10 Marksheet PDF 300 KB
Class 12 Marksheet PDF 300 KB
Graduation Degree / Provisional Certificate / Consolidated Marksheet PDF 300 KB
Category Certificate (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS / PwD / KM) PDF 300 KB
Work Experience Certificate (if applicable) PDF 5 MB
Government Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport / Voter ID) PDF / JPG 300 KB

Note: Category once filled in the online application form cannot be changed under any circumstances. Ensure you select the correct category before submission.


Photo and Signature Upload Specifications

The photograph and signature are mandatory fields in the IIFT 2026 online form. An incorrect format, an old photograph, or a stylised signature may lead to rejection of your application. Follow these specifications precisely.

Parameter Photograph Signature
File format JPG / JPEG JPG / JPEG
Background White or light-coloured White paper
Ink colour Black ink only
Recency Recent (taken within 3 months)
What to avoid Caps, goggles, dark background, mobile-clicked photos Initials only, block letters, stylised fonts

Original Certificates Required at Final Admission

After seat allotment, you must report to the assigned IIFT campus with all original certificates and a set of self-attested photocopies for physical verification. Missing any original on the reporting date may result in cancellation of your admission. The following list reflects documents required at final admission as per IIFT norms and prior admission cycles.

Document Copies Required
IIFT 2026 Admit Card Original + 1 photocopy
IIFT 2026 Score Card Original + 1 photocopy
Class 10 Certificate and Marksheet Original + 2 self-attested photocopies
Class 12 Certificate and Marksheet Original + 2 self-attested photocopies
All semester / year-wise Graduation Marksheets Original set + 2 self-attested copies
Graduation Degree Certificate or Provisional Certificate Original + 2 self-attested photocopies
Migration Certificate (from last institution attended) Original
Character Certificate (from last institution attended) Original
Government Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Passport) Original + 2 photocopies
Passport-size photographs 6 to 8 recent copies
Medical Fitness Certificate Original (from a registered medical practitioner)
Anti-ragging Affidavit Original (signed by student and parent or guardian)
Gap Certificate (if there is an academic gap year) Original
Work Experience Certificate (if applicable) Original + 1 photocopy per employer
Category Certificate (if applicable) Original + 2 self-attested photocopies

Final-year students who receive provisional admission must submit proof of their qualifying degree — degree certificate and final marksheet — by October 31, 2026. Failure to submit by this deadline may result in cancellation of admission.


Category and Reservation Documents

Students applying under SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS, PwD, or Kashmiri Migrant (KM) categories must carry the relevant certificate issued by the competent authority as applicable in central government institutes. An incorrect, expired, or outdated certificate disqualifies the category benefit entirely.

Category Document Required Issuing Authority
SC / ST Caste Certificate District Magistrate / SDM / Tehsildar
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) OBC-NCL Certificate (must be current — issued within the ongoing financial year) District Magistrate / SDM / Tehsildar
EWS Income and Asset Certificate (issued in current financial year) Tehsildar / District Magistrate
PwD Disability Certificate (minimum 40% disability) Government hospital or medical board
Kashmiri Migrant Kashmiri Migrant Certificate Competent government authority

OBC-NCL and EWS certificates must be issued in the current financial year — certificates from a previous financial year are not accepted at the time of final admission verification.


Key Instructions for Document Submission

Follow these instructions to avoid delays or rejection at any stage of the IIFT MBA 2026-28 admission process:

  • Scan all documents at a minimum of 200 DPI so text and seals are legible. Mobile photos clicked against dark or cluttered backgrounds are not acceptable.
  • PDFs must not be password-protected — the admissions office must be able to open them directly.
  • Every self-attested photocopy should carry your full name, date of attestation, and signature on each page.
  • Documents in a regional language must be accompanied by an attested English translation.
  • Carry your originals in a folder arranged in the same order as the official reporting-day checklist issued by IIFT.
  • If your original degree has not been issued, carry a Provisional Certificate from your university along with all semester marksheets.
  • Anti-ragging affidavit forms are available on the antiragging.in portal — both student and parent or guardian must sign before reporting.
  • Check the exact number of photocopy sets required in the official IIFT reporting-day instructions, as requirements may vary by campus.

IIFT MBA 2026-28 Document Checklist FAQs

Ques. What documents do I need to upload during the IIFT 2026 online application?

Ans. You must upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph and signature (both JPG/JPEG), Class 10 and 12 marksheets (PDF, up to 300 KB each), graduation degree or consolidated marksheet (PDF, up to 300 KB), government-issued photo ID, category certificate if applicable, and work experience certificate if applicable (PDF, up to 5 MB).

Ques. What format and size are required for the IIFT photograph and signature upload?

Ans. Both must be uploaded in JPG or JPEG format. The photograph should be recent, taken against a white or light-coloured background, without a cap or goggles. The signature must be in black ink on white paper and must match your usual full signature — not initials or block letters.

Ques. Do I need to bring original certificates to the IIFT campus at the time of admission?

Ans. Yes. After seat allotment, you must report to the IIFT campus with all original certificates and self-attested photocopies for physical verification. These include academic certificates from Class 10 onwards, your government photo ID, IIFT admit card and score card, category certificate if applicable, and documents such as migration certificate, character certificate, medical fitness certificate, and anti-ragging affidavit.

Ques. I am in my final year of graduation. Can I join IIFT MBA 2026-28?

Ans. Yes. Final-year students are eligible for provisional admission. You must however submit proof of your qualifying degree — the degree certificate and final-year marksheet — by October 31, 2026. If this deadline is not met, your admission may be cancelled.

Ques. Which OBC-NCL certificate is valid for IIFT MBA 2026-28 admission?

Ans. Your OBC-NCL certificate must be issued by the competent authority as applicable in central government institutes and must be current — issued within the ongoing financial year. A certificate from a previous financial year is typically not accepted at the final admission stage.

Ques. My degree certificate has not been issued yet. What should I carry at reporting?

Ans. Carry a Provisional Certificate issued by your university along with all your semester or year-wise original marksheets. Submit the original degree certificate as soon as it is issued, by the deadline notified by IIFT — which for the 2026-28 batch is October 31, 2026.

Ques. Are documents in regional languages acceptable at IIFT final admission?

Ans. Documents in a regional language must be accompanied by an attested English translation. Carry both the original-language document and its translation at the time of reporting for document verification.