IIM Bodh Gaya (IIMBG) fees for the flagship two-year MBA program total INR 19,52,000 for General Management, with MBA in Digital Business and MBA in Hospital and Health Care Management priced at INR 18,26,000. The Integrated BBA+MBA is the most expensive at INR 28,50,000. At the other end, Executive Certificate programs start from INR 75,000 and the EMBA runs to INR 10,35,000.
Note: Fee figures reflect IIM Bodh Gaya’s 2026 admissions cycle as per official fee schedules. Students should verify current fees with the IIMBG admissions office or the official programme prospectus before applying.
IIM Bodh Gaya Course and Fees Quick Overview
- IIM Bodh Gaya offers MBA (three tracks), Integrated BBA+MBA, EMBA, Executive PhD, and two short certificate programs
- MBA (General Management) totals INR 19,52,000; MBA in Digital Business and MBA in Hospital and Health Care Management total INR 18,26,000 each
- MBA follows a 6-term structure, with Year 1 costing INR 9,91,000 for General Management and INR 9,28,000 for Digital Business and HHM tracks
- General Management MBA costs exactly INR 1,26,000 more than the two specialised tracks over two years
- EMBA at INR 10,35,000 is roughly half the full-time MBA cost, designed for working professionals
- Ph.D. (Executive) at INR 6,00,000 for three years is the most cost-efficient credential at IIMBG
- NBFA scholarship offers up to 25% fee waiver for students from families with annual income below INR 8 Lakhs
IIM Bodh Gaya Courses and Fees 2026
| Course |
Total Fees |
| Integrated BBA + MBA | INR 28,50,000 |
| Master of Business Administration (General Management) | INR 19,52,000 |
| MBA (Digital Business) | INR 18,26,000 |
| MBA (Hospital and Health Care Management) | INR 18,26,000 |
| Executive MBA (EMBA) | INR 10,35,000 |
| Ph.D. (Executive) | INR 6,00,000 |
| Executive Certificate Program in Corporate Law | INR 1,20,000 |
| Executive Certificate in Business Analytics | INR 75,000 |
IIM Bodh Gaya MBA Fees 2026
INR 9,91,000 is the Year 1 fee for the MBA (General Management) at IIM Bodh Gaya — the higher first-year cost reflects program setup and registration components built into Term 1. Year 2 comes to INR 9,61,000, bringing the 2-year total to INR 19,52,000. CAT 2026 is the qualifying exam, with registration open from August 3 to September 15, 2026 and the exam on November 29, 2026. Eligibility: a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD). The MBA runs on a 6-term trimester calendar, with three terms per academic year.
IIM Bodh Gaya MBA Term-Wise Fee Breakdown
| Term |
MBA General Management |
MBA Digital Business / HHM |
| Term 1 (Year 1) | INR 3,61,000 | INR 3,40,000 |
| Term 2 (Year 1) | INR 3,15,000 | INR 2,94,000 |
| Term 3 (Year 1) | INR 3,15,000 | INR 2,94,000 |
| Term 4 (Year 2) | INR 3,21,000 | INR 3,00,000 |
| Term 5 (Year 2) | INR 3,15,000 | INR 2,94,000 |
| Term 6 (Year 2) | INR 3,25,000 | INR 3,04,000 |
| Total | INR 19,52,000 | INR 18,26,000 |
IIM Bodh Gaya does not levy a category-wise differential fee. All students, irrespective of category, pay the same tuition. SC/ST and OBC-NC candidates are not exempt from fees but may qualify for the institute’s Need-Based Financial Assistance (NBFA) scholarship or external government loan schemes.
IIM Bodh Gaya Integrated BBA+MBA Fees 2026
The 5-year Integrated BBA+MBA program at IIMBG totals INR 28,50,000, covering 3 years of BBA and 2 years of MBA within a single continuous program. At INR 5,70,000 per year, this is more expensive on an annual basis than the standalone 2-year MBA (INR 9,76,000/year). However, it offers a faster combined degree track for students joining directly after Class 12, without the need to clear CAT separately for MBA admission. Admission is through Class 12 marks and the institute’s selection process.
| Program |
Duration |
Total Fees |
| Integrated BBA + MBA | 5 years | INR 28,50,000 |
IIM Bodh Gaya EMBA and Ph.D. Fees 2026
The EMBA at IIM Bodh Gaya costs INR 10,35,000 in total. Designed for managers and professionals with significant work experience, it is structured for part-time or modular delivery that does not require a full career break. At roughly half the cost of the full-time MBA, the EMBA is the most efficient route to an IIM credential for experienced executives.
The Ph.D. (Executive) is priced at INR 2,00,000 per year over three years, totalling INR 6,00,000. This is a research-focused doctoral credential for practitioners who hold a master’s degree or equivalent. At INR 6 Lakhs for a minimum 3-year program, the Ph.D. (Executive) is among the more affordable doctoral offerings from an IIM campus.
| Program |
Duration |
Total Fees |
| Executive MBA (EMBA) | 1 year | INR 10,35,000 |
| Ph.D. (Executive) | Minimum 3 years | INR 6,00,000 |
IIM Bodh Gaya Certificate Programs Fees 2026
Short executive certificate programs at IIMBG bring the IIM credential within reach at a fraction of the flagship cost. The Executive Certificate in Business Analytics costs INR 75,000 and the Executive Certificate Program in Corporate Law is priced at INR 1,20,000. Both are short-duration programs for working professionals targeting skill-specific upskilling rather than a full management degree.
| Program |
Total Fees |
| Executive Certificate in Business Analytics | INR 75,000 |
| Executive Certificate Program in Corporate Law | INR 1,20,000 |
IIM Bodh Gaya Scholarships and Financial Aid
- Need-Based Financial Assistance (NBFA): IIM Bodh Gaya offers up to a 25% fee waiver for students from families with annual income below INR 8 Lakhs. Students must submit supporting income documents at the time of admission to be considered.
- Government loan schemes: SC/ST and OBC-NC students may access Vidya Lakshmi or other central government educational loan portals to fund the program fee. IIM Bodh Gaya is a government institution, making it eligible for most bank education loan products.
IIM Bodh Gaya Application Fees
The primary cost at the application stage for IIM Bodh Gaya MBA is the CAT 2026 registration fee, paid to the convening IIM and not to IIMBG directly. CAT registration is open from August 3 to September 15, 2026, with the exam on November 29, 2026. No separate IIM Bodh Gaya application fee is levied for the MBA shortlisting process; candidates who qualify through CAT are invited to the Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds at no additional fee to the institute.
- CAT 2026 registration fee: Paid to the convening IIM during August-September 2026. This is the primary exam cost for MBA applicants.
- Integrated BBA+MBA application: Admission through class 12 results and institute-specific selection. Application fee details are available at the IIMBG admissions portal.
- EMBA and Ph.D. (Executive): Application process and any associated fee are available through the IIMBG official website for the current cycle.
IIM Bodh Gaya Hostel and Mess Fees 2026
IIM Bodh Gaya provides hostel accommodation for students across three hostel blocks: Aryabhatta, Bhaskara, and Gargi (Girls Hostel). Annual hostel fee is INR 1,23,000 per year, covering room accommodation. Mess charges are billed separately at approximately INR 5,000 per month, totalling around INR 60,000 per year. Students joining the two-year MBA can expect a total hostel and mess cost of approximately INR 3,66,000 over the program, bringing the all-in MBA cost with accommodation to approximately INR 23,18,000 for General Management.
| Component |
Amount |
Applicable Programs |
| Hostel (annual) | INR 1,23,000 | All full-time programs (MBA, BBA+MBA) |
| Mess charges (monthly) | INR 5,000 | All full-time programs |
| Estimated annual hostel and mess total | INR 1,83,000 | All full-time programs |
IIM Bodh Gaya Courses and Fees FAQs
Ques. What is the total MBA fee at IIM Bodh Gaya?
Ans. The MBA (General Management) at IIM Bodh Gaya costs INR 19,52,000 total over two years, structured across six trimester terms. Year 1 totals INR 9,91,000 and Year 2 totals INR 9,61,000. MBA in Digital Business and MBA in Hospital and Health Care Management are each priced at INR 18,26,000 for the same two-year duration.
Ques. What is the IIM Bodh Gaya MBA fee per term?
Ans. The IIM Bodh Gaya MBA uses a 6-term trimester structure. For General Management: Term 1 costs INR 3,61,000, Terms 2 and 3 cost INR 3,15,000 each, Term 4 costs INR 3,21,000, Term 5 costs INR 3,15,000, and Term 6 costs INR 3,25,000. The first term is the highest due to registration and one-time fee components.
Ques. What is the EMBA fee at IIM Bodh Gaya?
Ans. The Executive MBA (EMBA) at IIM Bodh Gaya costs INR 10,35,000 in total. It is designed for working professionals and is priced at roughly half the cost of the full-time MBA. The EMBA is a part-time or modular program that allows candidates to study without taking a full career break.
Ques. What is the IIM Bodh Gaya Ph.D. fee?
Ans. The Ph.D. (Executive) at IIM Bodh Gaya costs INR 6,00,000 in total for a minimum three-year program, at INR 2,00,000 per year. This is a research-focused doctoral credential for practitioners holding a master’s degree or equivalent, and is among the more affordable doctoral programs from an IIM campus.
Ques. What is the hostel fee at IIM Bodh Gaya?
Ans. Hostel at IIM Bodh Gaya costs INR 1,23,000 per year for room accommodation. Mess charges are approximately INR 5,000 per month, adding INR 60,000 per year. For a two-year MBA student, total hostel and mess costs come to approximately INR 3,66,000 over the program duration, bringing the all-in MBA cost to around INR 23,18,000.
Ques. What is the IIM Bodh Gaya MBA fee with hostel?
Ans. Adding hostel (INR 1,23,000/year) and mess charges (INR 5,000/month) to the MBA General Management fee of INR 19,52,000, the total two-year cost with accommodation comes to approximately INR 23,18,000. For MBA Digital Business or HHM, the equivalent figure is approximately INR 21,92,000.
Ques. Does IIM Bodh Gaya offer fee waivers for SC/ST students?
Ans. IIM Bodh Gaya does not offer category-based fee waivers. All students pay the same tuition irrespective of category. However, SC/ST, OBC, and EWS students with family income below INR 8 Lakhs may apply for the Need-Based Financial Assistance (NBFA) scholarship, which provides up to a 25% fee waiver. Education loans through Vidya Lakshmi and bank schemes are also available.
Ques. What is the Integrated BBA+MBA fee at IIM Bodh Gaya?
Ans. The 5-year Integrated BBA+MBA at IIM Bodh Gaya costs INR 28,50,000 in total. This is more expensive per year (INR 5,70,000) than the standalone 2-year MBA (INR 9,76,000/year) but offers an integrated path without requiring a separate CAT score for the MBA component. Admission is through Class 12 performance and institute-level selection.
Ques. What is the application fee for IIM Bodh Gaya MBA?
Ans. There is no separate IIM Bodh Gaya application fee for the MBA program. The primary cost is the CAT 2026 exam registration fee, paid to the convening IIM during August-September 2026. Shortlisted candidates are invited for WAT and PI rounds without any additional fee payable to IIMBG. The CAT exam is on November 29, 2026.
Ques. What is the most affordable program at IIM Bodh Gaya?
Ans. The Executive Certificate in Business Analytics at INR 75,000 is the most affordable program at IIM Bodh Gaya. The Executive Certificate Program in Corporate Law follows at INR 1,20,000. For degree programs, the Ph.D. (Executive) at INR 6,00,000 over three years is the most affordable credential, followed by the EMBA at INR 10,35,000.
Ques. What is the IIM Bodh Gaya MBA Digital Business fee compared to General Management?
Ans. IIM Bodh Gaya MBA in Digital Business costs INR 18,26,000, which is INR 1,26,000 less than the General Management MBA at INR 19,52,000. Both run over two years across six terms. MBA in Hospital and Health Care Management is also priced at INR 18,26,000, identical to the Digital Business track.
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