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IBS Concludes First Phase of 2026 Selection Process for MBA/PGPM Admissions

Mirza Faisal BaigUpdated on 26 Feb 2026, 05:27 PM IST

ICFAI Business School (IBS) successfully completed its initial selection process from February 14th to 22nd for admissions across its nine campuses. Candidates participated enthusiastically, completing Micro-Presentations (MP) and Personal Interviews (PI) as part of the core selection criteria. Many students shared positive feedback regarding the streamlined and professional nature of the process.

IBS Concludes First Phase of 2026 Selection Process for MBA/PGPM Admissions
IBS Concludes First Phase of 2026 Selection Process for MBA/PGPM Admissions

At the IBS Hyderabad campus, comprehensive arrangements allowed candidates and their parents to tour the facilities. Interactive sessions with alumni, recruiters, and the heads of all nine campuses provided a unique opportunity to learn about IBS’s 30-year legacy in management education. Furthermore, the results of this initial selection round have been released, allowing successful candidates to pay their admission fees and secure their seats at their preferred campuses.

Support for Families and Aspiring Candidates

Parents and guardians also had the opportunity to explore education loan facilities through direct interaction with representatives from various public, private, and financial institutions.

Currently, admissions remain open for eight IBS campuses: Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Dehradun, Gurgaon, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Pune. Candidates can apply using scores from CAT, NMAT by GMAC™, XAT, GMAT, CUET-PG, or other management entrance tests. This represents a final opportunity for aspiring candidates to secure a seat in a curriculum renowned for its case-study approach and strong industry alignment.

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The next selection process is scheduled for March 14th and 15th, 2026, at the eight regional campuses and the IBS Admission Office in Hyderabad. Apply Now

Candidate Testimonials: "Seamless and Supportive"

Applicants participated in the selection process featuring Micro-Presentations and Personal Interviews. Many highlighted the stress-free environment created by faculty.

"Currently working at TCS Bangalore, I chose an MBA to elevate my career. Despite my demanding schedule, the IBS team provided consistent support from application to interview. The insights from industry leaders during the briefings were invaluable for my micro-presentation. The panel made me feel so at ease that all my stress vanished. It was an excellent experience overall!"

— Rajdeep, TCS Bangalore (MBA Aspirant, 2026)

"As a graduate from Bharati Vidyapeeth, New Delhi, I chose IBS to master strategic marketing. I’m particularly excited about joining the Digital Marketing Club for hands-on experience. The selection process was seamless; the welcoming panelists ensured I felt comfortable and supported during both my micro-presentation and interview. I am confident IBS is the perfect fit for my career goals and look forward to joining the community!"

— Sanya Singh, Marketing Professional (MBA Aspirant, 2026)

Disclaimer: This article has been published as a marketing initiative between Careers360 and IBS Hyderabad.

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