| Updated On - Nov 5, 2026
IIM Calcutta has opened applications for its full-time PhD Programme 2027-28 across eleven specialisation areas. Candidates can apply online at iimcal.ac.in till January 29, 2027. Interviews are scheduled for March 2027.
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIMC) has opened PhD admissions 2027-28. The Doctoral Programme application window is live at iimcal.ac.in. Registrations began on November 5, 2026 and close on January 29, 2027.
The full-time Doctoral Programme covers eleven specialisation areas. Applicants can choose up to two areas without extra fees. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for personal interviews at the IIMC campus.
IIM Calcutta is among the three oldest IIMs in India. Its Doctoral Programme is a Fellow-level research track in management.
IIM Calcutta PhD 2027-28 Important Dates
| Event | Scheduled Date |
|---|---|
| Application window opens | November 5, 2026 |
| Last date to apply | January 29, 2027 |
| Interview call notification | End of February 2027 |
| Personal interview dates | Third or fourth week of March 2027 |
| Offer letters released | First or second week of April 2027 |
Areas of Specialisation Offered
The Doctoral Programme offers research tracks across these eleven areas:
- Economics
- Finance and Control
- Human Resource Management
- Management Information Systems
- Marketing
- Operations Management
- Organizational Behaviour
- Public Policy and Management
- Regional Development
- Sociology
- Strategic Management
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
Applicants need a first-class Master's degree or a two-year PG diploma. They must also hold a three-year Bachelor's with 50 percent marks. Chartered Accountants with 50 percent marks are also eligible to apply.
CS or CMA holders need 55 percent marks along with a BCom. Four-year BTech graduates require a minimum 6.5 CGPA. All candidates must have 50 percent in Class 10 and 12.
What Is the Application Fee?
The application fee for general candidates is Rs 2000 only. SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PWD candidates pay Rs 1000 only. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online. Payment is accepted via credit card, debit card, and net banking.
Which Qualifying Exams Are Accepted?
Candidates must appear for CAT or an area-specific qualifying exam. The valid score must fall within two years of the deadline. Online GMAT and GRE scores are not accepted by IIMC.
| Specialisation | Accepted Qualifying Exams |
|---|---|
| Economics | CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE (Economics), UGC-NET (Economics) |
| Finance and Control | CAT, GMAT, GRE |
| Human Resource Management | CAT, GMAT, GRE, UGC-JRF |
| MIS, Marketing, Strategic Management | CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE, UGC-JRF |
| Operations Management | CAT, GMAT, GRE |
| Organizational Behaviour | CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE, UGC-JRF |
| Public Policy and Management | CAT, GRE, GATE (Architecture or Planning), UGC-NET |
How to Apply for IIM Calcutta PhD 2027-28?
Candidates can submit their applications by following these steps:
- Visit the official website at iimcal.ac.in and open the Doctoral admissions page.
- Register using a valid email ID and phone number.
- Fill in academic qualifications and personal details.
- Upload scanned documents, photograph, and category certificate.
- Pay the application fee through online modes.
- Submit the final form and download the confirmation page.
IIM Calcutta offers PhD tracks across both management and social sciences. Sociology and Regional Development sit alongside Finance and Marketing. Few Indian B-schools provide such an interdisciplinary research mix.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Visit iimcal.ac.in and open the Doctoral admissions portal.
- Check eligibility against the Master's or BTech criteria.
- Keep valid CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE, or UGC scorecards ready.
- Arrange the Rs 2000 or Rs 1000 application fee in advance.
- Submit the online application well before January 29, 2027.
IIM Calcutta will release interview call notifications by end of February 2027. Final offer letters are expected by the second week of April 2027.
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