Which entrance exam is required for IIFT Kolkata MBA admission 2027?

IIFT Kolkata MBA (International Business) admission uses CAT score. For the 2027-29 batch, candidates must appear for CAT 2026 on November 29, 2026. No other exam is accepted for the full-time MBA (IB) programme at the Kolkata campus. GMAT is accepted for NRI and foreign national candidates.

What is the eligibility for IIFT Kolkata MBA admission?

Candidates must hold a recognized Bachelors degree of at least three years duration with a minimum of 50% marks. SC, ST, and PWD candidates need a minimum of 45%. There is no age limit. Final year students may apply provisionally and must submit proof of qualifying marks by October 31 of the joining year.

How many seats are available at IIFT Kolkata for MBA IB?

IIFT Kolkata offers 240 seats in the MBA (International Business) full-time programme per batch. Seats are reserved as per Government of India norms: 27% OBC-NCL, 15% SC, 7.5% ST, and 10% EWS.

What is the total fee for MBA IB at IIFT Kolkata?

The total fee for the 2026-28 batch at IIFT Kolkata was INR 21.42 lakhs. This covers tuition, boarding and lodging, library, computer and internet, medical insurance, and alumni fee. The exact fee for the 2027-29 batch will be communicated at the time of the offer letter. SC, ST, and PWD students receive 50% concession in tuition fee only.

What is the selection process after CAT shortlisting at IIFT Kolkata?

Shortlisted candidates are called for a Group Discussion followed by a Personal Interview. GD/PI is held in physical mode at 10 cities including Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Indore, and Lucknow. The final merit list is prepared based on CAT score, GD/PI performance, academic diversity, gender diversity, and work experience.

Is work experience mandatory for IIFT Kolkata MBA (IB) admission?

Work experience is not mandatory for the full-time MBA (IB) programme. However, it is a factor in the final selection merit. For the MBA (IB) Working Professionals programme, a minimum of three years of managerial experience is mandatory.

Is there direct or management quota admission at IIFT Kolkata?

No. IIFT Kolkata is a Deemed University under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. All seats are filled through merit based on CAT score and GD/PI performance. There is no management quota or direct admission route.

What is the application fee for IIFT Kolkata MBA admission?

The application fee for MBA (IB) 2026-28 was INR 3,000 for General, OBC-NCL, and EWS candidates. SC, ST, PwD, and Transgender candidates paid INR 1,500. Application fee is non-refundable. The same structure is expected for the 2027-29 cycle.

Can I apply to both IIFT Delhi and IIFT Kolkata in the same application?

IIFT uses a single online application form for all four campuses: Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, and GIFT City. Campus preference is indicated in the form. Final campus allotment depends on your merit rank and the campus-wise seat availability in each round.

How do I apply for the IIFT Working Professionals MBA at Kolkata?

Visit iift.ac.in and fill the online application form for the MBA (IB) Working Professionals programme. You may use a valid CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, or GMAT score from 2024 or 2025 to skip the WAT stage. If you do not hold a valid score, you must appear for the Written Ability Test at the IIFT Kolkata campus. Both routes lead to an interview at the campus.

IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Kolkata, West BengalAutonomous UniversityEstd 2006NAAC Grade A+ 3.2

4.4

(69 Reviews)

Total fees

INR 5.30 Lakhs

5 years, no living cost

Average pay

INR 0 LPA

campus pay not published

Cutoff

70%

UGC NET score weight

Placement rate

no campus placement data

In This Page▾

01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to research path 02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice 03EligibilityThe marks and exam you need before you apply 04Admission ProcessEvery step from the exam to reporting 05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step 06FeesThe full course cost with and without hostel 07Will your rank get you in?UGC NET score ranges and next steps 08ScholarshipsFee help and waivers you can check 09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side 10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply

About IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics

IIFT Kolkata offers a five-year, part-time Ph.D Economics on campus for working researchers. It is a doctoral degree in Economics with course work in the first year. IIFT is a deemed university under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry and has NAAC A+. The full fee without living cost is INR 5.30 Lakhs. Admission uses UGC NET Economics scores and an offline interview. Kolkata has 1 part-time seat in the 2026 intake. Campus pay is not published for this research course, so the page uses INR 0 LPA for ROI checks.

IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics Fees

The full course costs INR 5.30 Lakhs without living cost and INR 10.30 Lakhs with the living estimate. The programme fee is INR 4.70 Lakhs. You pay the first part when you join, then four yearly parts. IIFT also charges student activities, alumni and exam fees. The library deposit comes back when you leave.

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Programme fee	INR 4.70 Lakhs	INR 94,000 a year, 5 years
Student activities fee	INR 15,000	One time
Alumni fee	INR 10,000	One time
Examination fee	INR 35,000	One time, by thesis submission
Library deposit	INR 5,000	One time, refundable
Living estimate	INR 5 Lakhs	INR 1 Lakh a year, 5 years
Total, no hostel	INR 5.30 Lakhs	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 10.30 Lakhs	Full course with living estimate

IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics Admission Dates

The 2027 form is expected in Jun 2027 and classes are expected in Aug 2027. The 2026 cycle ended when classes started in Aug 2026. Watch the application form, shortlist, interview and final result first. You lose the chance if the form and papers miss the last date.

Event	Date	Status
Application form and last date to apply	Jun 2027	Tentative
Letter and statement of purpose upload	Jun 2027	Tentative
Shortlist and interview allotment	Jul 2027	Tentative
Offline interview	Jul 2027	Tentative
Final result	Jul 2027	Tentative
Joining fee payment	Aug 2027	Tentative
Document check and joining	Aug 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Aug 2027	Tentative

IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics Eligibility

You need 55% marks in a master's degree in Economics, or an M.Phil with 55% marks. Reserved categories get 5% relaxation. A four-year bachelor's degree with Economics major needs 75% marks. You also need a valid UGC NET Economics score.

Requirement	What you need
Master's degree	Economics with 55% marks
Reserved category marks	5% relaxation as per UGC rules
Four-year bachelor's route	Economics major with 75% marks
Entrance score	UGC NET Economics score
Age	No age limit

IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics Admission Process

UGC NET gives 70% weight and the interview gives 30% weight. You first apply online, then IIFT shortlists candidates for the offline interview. You must choose Kolkata and part-time in the form. After the final result, you pay the joining fee and finish document check.

Step	What you do
1. Clear UGC NET Economics	Use a valid score listed in the brochure
2. Apply online	Upload the statement of purpose and recommendation
3. Attend interview	Meet the panel offline after the shortlist
4. Check final result	See if your score and interview place you in the list
5. Join	Pay the first part and bring original papers

IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics Cutoff

Strong chance starts at 80 or above, and Almost there is 70 to 79. Below 70 is not safe for this course. IIFT does not publish a closing score. A higher UGC NET score helps before the interview.

Category	Score range	Round and year
Strong chance	80 or above	UGC NET based check, 2027
Almost there	70 to 79	UGC NET based check, 2027
Not safe	Below 70	UGC NET based check, 2027

IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics Placements

The page carries INR 0 LPA because IIFT does not publish campus pay for part-time Ph.D Economics. The placement rate is 0% for the same reason. This course is mainly for research, teaching and policy work. Working scholars usually keep their own job path outside campus placements.

Metric	Value
Average pay	INR 0 LPA, campus pay not published
Placement rate	0%
Research path	Teaching, policy work and trade research
Known work area	International trade and economic policy

IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics Scholarships

The biggest waiver is INR 2.53 Lakhs for SC, ST and PwD part-time scholars on programme and exam fees. Central aid can cut another INR 40,000 where rules allow it. You need category and income papers for the government schemes. Full-time fellowship is not for part-time scholars.

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
SC, ST and PwD fee relaxation	Eligible category certificate	INR 2.53 Lakhs
Central Sector Scheme	Income up to INR 8 Lakhs, as per NSP rules	INR 40,000
EWS tuition waiver	EWS certificate and income up to INR 8 Lakhs	INR 1.50 Lakhs
OBC post-matric scholarship	OBC-NCL and income below INR 2.5 Lakhs	INR 1 Lakh

IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics Ranking

IIFT has NAAC A+ and is a deemed university under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The Kolkata page does not publish a Collegedunia rank for this Ph.D course. The institute is known for trade and international business education. Use the grade, course fit and supervisor fit before you decide.

Ranking body	Year	Rank or grade
NAAC	2026	A+
University status	2026	Deemed university
Course rank	2026	Not published

IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics Course Structure

Year 1 has two semesters of course work and 19 credit hours. Semester 1 covers econometrics, microeconomics, macroeconomics and research methods. Semester 2 has research ethics and a seminar paper. After that, you confirm the thesis title and work with the doctoral committee.

Year	What you study
Year 1	Course work over two semesters
Semester 1	Econometrics, microeconomics, macroeconomics and research methods
Semester 2	Research ethics and seminar paper
After year 1	Synopsis, supervisor and thesis work

IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics Seats and Intake

Kolkata has 8 Ph.D Economics seats in the 2026 intake, with 1 part-time seat. Other IIFT campuses have their own full-time seats, but this page is for Kolkata part-time only. IIFT can leave a seat unfilled if suitable candidates are not found.

Seat type	Seats
Kolkata total Ph.D Economics intake	8
Kolkata full-time seats	7
Kolkata part-time seats	1
Reservation	As per Government of India rules

Should you pick Ph.D Economics at IIFT Kolkata?

This course suits working students who have UGC NET and want trade policy research.

Pick it if:

You want trade policy research: IIFT works on trade, logistics and market access projects with government and industry groups.

You have UGC NET already: the score gives 70% weight, so your interview is not the only deciding step.

You need a small part-time batch: Kolkata lists 1 part-time seat, so supervisor fit matters a lot.

Your job can handle course work: the first year has two semesters before the thesis work starts.

Skip it if:

You want campus placements: this Ph.D page has INR 0 LPA campus pay published, so keep your job plan separate.

You need a full-time fellowship: part-time scholars pay the programme fee and do not get the full-time fellowship.

Your research topic is still unclear: the form asks for a statement of purpose, so weak fit can hurt the interview.

You cannot wait for thesis work: the degree can take five years, and the maximum time is six years.

Counsellor's advice

If you have UGC NET and a clear research question, apply. If you need fellowship support, choose full-time before paying.

Ph.D Economics Eligibility▾

Master's degree: You need Economics with 55% marks or an equal grade.

Relaxed marks: SC, ST, OBC-NCL, EWS and PwD candidates get 5% relaxation.

UGC NET: Admission uses UGC NET Economics scores and no separate IIFT entrance test.

Four-year route: Economics majors from a four-year degree need 75% marks.

Age: IIFT lists no age limit for this Ph.D admission.

Ph.D Economics Admission Process▾

UGC NET: Clear UGC NET Economics in the valid window named by IIFT.

Online form: Choose Kolkata part-time and upload the statement of purpose.

Shortlist: IIFT calls candidates for the offline interview from the UGC NET score list.

Final result: UGC NET gets 70% weight and the interview gets 30% weight.

Joining: Pay the first part and bring original papers for document check.

Ph.D Economics Admission Dates 2027

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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.

Tentative

Jun 2027

Application form and last date to apply

Expected to close in the same month as the 2026 form.

Tentative

Jun 2027

Statement of purpose and recommendation

Upload both papers with the form before the last date.

Tentative

Jul 2027

UGC NET score screening

IIFT is expected to use UGC NET Economics scores for the shortlist.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Shortlist and interview allotment

Expected in the first week of July.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Offline interview

Expected in the second week of July at the named campus.

Tentative

Jul 2027

Final result

Expected in the third week of July.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Joining fee payment

Pay the first part only after your name is in the final list.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Document check and joining

Bring original degree papers and category papers if they apply.

Tentative

Aug 2027

Classes start

Expected in the first week of August.

Source: IIFT Ph.D Economics brochure. Confirm on the official site before you act.

IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics Fees 2027

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This is the full 5-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add a living estimate.

Programme fee

Per year × 5, INR 94,000 a year

INR 4.70 Lakhs

Student activities fee

One time, in year 1

INR 15,000

Alumni fee

One time, in year 1

INR 10,000

Examination fee

One time, by thesis submission

INR 35,000

Library deposit Refundable

One time, returned when you leave

INR 5,000

Add living estimate

Living estimate

Per year × 5, INR 1 Lakh a year

INR 5 Lakhs

Total course fee

INR 5.30 Lakhs

5 years · programme + student activities + alumni + exam fees, living not added

Total course fee

INR 10.30 Lakhs

5 years · programme + student activities + alumni + exam fees + living estimate

Education loan EMI

INR 8,936

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

average first-year pay INR 0 LPA vs the full fee

Education loan EMI

INR 17,366

7 yr · 10.5% per year

ROI

average first-year pay INR 0 LPA vs the full fee

Source: IIFT Ph.D Economics brochure. Confirm on the official site before you act.

Will your UGC NET score get you a Ph.D call at IIFT Kolkata?

Pick your category and applicant type. The cutoff ranges use UGC NET score ranges for this course.

IIFT Kolkata Ph.D Economics Scholarship Calculator

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