What is the minimum eligibility for IBS Kolkata PGPM admission?

Candidates must hold a Bachelors degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate. Graduation must be in English medium. Final-year students can also apply.

Which entrance exams are accepted for IBS Kolkata PGPM?

IBS Kolkata PGPM accepts IBSAT, CAT, XAT, NMAT, and GMAT scores. Candidates with CAT, XAT, NMAT, or GMAT scores do not need to appear for IBSAT.

What is the total PGPM fee at IBS Kolkata?

The total PGPM fee at IBS Kolkata is INR 9.09 lakhs for two years. This is exclusive of hostel and mess charges. Contact ibsindia.org for the latest fee structure.

What is the selection process at IBS Kolkata?

Shortlisted candidates attend a Micro Presentation and Personal Interview at IBS Hyderabad campus. Final merit is based on Academics (50%), Micro Presentation (25%), and PI (25%).

Is IBSAT mandatory to apply at IBS Kolkata?

No. IBSAT is not mandatory if you have a valid CAT, XAT, NMAT, or GMAT scorecard. Submit your score directly at ibsindia.org. IBSAT is required only if you have not taken any of these national-level exams.

When does IBSAT 2026 registration open for IBS Kolkata?

IBSAT 2026 registration opened on July 1, 2026 at ibsindia.org. The exam is in the last week of December 2026 (Tentative). Results are expected on December 30, 2026 (Tentative).

Does IBS Kolkata have a management quota?

No. IBS Kolkata does not offer a management quota or NRI quota. All PGPM seats are filled through merit and the IBS selection process.

What is the application fee for IBS Kolkata PGPM?

The application fee is INR 1,800, paid online at ibsindia.org during registration. This fee is non-refundable.

Can a working professional apply for IBS Kolkata PGPM?

Yes. Work experience is not mandatory for PGPM admission at IBS Kolkata. However, it can add value during the Personal Interview stage. Freshers and experienced candidates are both eligible.

Are there scholarships at IBS Kolkata?

Yes. IBS offers INR 2 lakh scholarships to IBSAT toppers, alumni wards, children of defence personnel, and PwD candidates. Check ibsindia.org for the latest scholarship criteria for the IBS Kolkata campus.

ICFAI Business School Kolkata PGPM : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Component	Amount (INR)
Programme Fee (2 years)	INR 9,09,000
Total Fees	INR 9,09,000

Event	Date
IBSAT 2026 Registration Opens	July 1, 2026
IBSAT 2026 Exam	December 26 to 27, 2026
IBSAT 2026 Result	December 29 to 30, 2026 (Tentative)
Selection Process at IBS Hyderabad	February to March 2027 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	June 2027 (Tentative)

Metric	Details (Class of 2025)
Average Package	INR 7.09 LPA
Highest Package	INR 10 LPA
Placement Rate	95%
Top 10% Average CTC	INR 8.77 LPA
Top Recruiters	Kotak Mahindra Bank, PWC, Deloitte, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Aditya Birla Capital, EY

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
IBSAT Merit Scholarship	INR 2,00,000	Top performers in IBSAT 2026 test
Alumni Ward Scholarship	INR 2,00,000	Children of IBS alumni
Physically Challenged Scholarship	INR 2,00,000	Candidates with physical disabilities
Defence Personnel Scholarship	INR 2,00,000	Wards of serving or retired defence personnel

IBS Kolkata PGPM FAQs

Ques. Does IBS Kolkata provide hostel accommodation for PGPM students?

Ans. IBS Kolkata does not provide on-campus hostel accommodation. The campus administration, however, actively assists students in finding suitable off-campus accommodation in the vicinity of the Salt Lake City campus. Living expenses in Kolkata typically range from INR 10,000 to INR 15,000 per month depending on the locality and type of housing. Students should factor in accommodation costs when planning their total budget for the two-year programme.

Ques. What entrance exams are accepted for PGPM admission at IBS Kolkata?

Ans. IBS Kolkata accepts scores from IBSAT, CAT, XAT, NMAT, and GMAT for PGPM admission. Candidates with valid scores in any of these exams do not need to additionally appear for IBSAT. All shortlisted applicants are invited to participate in the Selection Process at the IBS Hyderabad campus, which includes a Micro Presentation and a Personal Interview. The final merit list factors in academic performance and selection round outcomes.

Ques. What are the placement outcomes for the IBS Kolkata PGPM Class of 2025?

Ans. The Class of 2025 at IBS Kolkata recorded a 95% placement rate, with an average package of INR 7.09 LPA and a highest package of INR 10 LPA. The top 10% of the batch received an average CTC of INR 8.77 LPA. Leading recruiters included Kotak Mahindra Bank, PWC, Deloitte, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Aditya Birla Capital, and EY, with BFSI dominating the sector mix.

Ques. What specialisations can PGPM students choose at IBS Kolkata?

Ans. The IBS Kolkata PGPM offers specialisation tracks in Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Operations Management, and Information Technology. Students select their specialisation based on career goals during the programme. The curriculum employs ICFAI’s case study pedagogy, supplemented by live projects and guest lectures from industry practitioners operating in Kolkata and eastern India’s growing corporate ecosystem.

Ques. How is the programme fee structured at IBS Kolkata?

Ans. The total programme fee at IBS Kolkata is INR 9,09,000 for the two-year PGPM, payable in installments as communicated at admission. An initial deposit is required to confirm the seat, with the balance paid across subsequent installments. Eligible students can avail scholarships of up to INR 2,00,000, adjusted as INR 1,00,000 against the first term and INR 1,00,000 against the second term programme fee installments.