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    IIFT IPM Admission 2026-31: Application Form SOON, Dates, Cutoff, Fees

    IIFT IPM Admission 2026-31: Application Form SOON, Dates, Cutoff, Fees

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    SundararajanUpdated on 20 Feb 2026, 04:26 PM IST

    IIFT IMP application form for IPM admission 2026-31 will be released soon on the official website- iift.ac.in. Candidates who are aiming for IIFT IPM will be required to fill out the form before the IIFT IPM registration form deadline. The candidate must note that the IIFT IPM final admission will be granted on the basis of IPMAT, which is expected to be held on May 04, 2026. Read this article carefully to know the IIFT IPM admission process, cutoff, eligibility, IIFT Integrated MBA application process, IPMAT exam date, etc.

    This Story also Contains

    1. IIFT IPM Admission 2026-31: Latest Updates
    2. IIFT Integrated MBA Admission 2026-31
    3. IIFT IPM 2026 Admission: Key Highlights
    4. IIFT IPM Admission 2026: Important Dates
    5. IIFT IPM Eligibility Criteria 2026
    6. IIFT IPM Selection Process 2026-31
    7. IIFT IPM Final Selection Criteria 2026
    8. IIFT IPM Application Process 2026
    9. IPMAT Cutoff for IIFT IPM Admission 2026
    10. IIFT IPM Fee Structure 2026-31
    IIFT IPM Admission 2026-31: Application Form SOON, Dates, Cutoff, Fees
    IIFT IPM Admission 2026-31

    IIFT IPM Admission 2026-31: Latest Updates

    • There are 60 seats for the IIFT IPM programme at Kakinada Campus.
    • Eligible students can apply for IIFT IPM admission 2026-31 with a valid IPMAT score.
    • Candidates can fill out the IIFT Integrated MBA application form on the official website once out.
    • The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Kakinada, will begin the IIFT IPM admission 2026-31 soon.

    IIFT Integrated MBA Admission 2026-31

    IIFT offers a 5-year Integrated Programme in Management (BBA in Business Analytics (BA) and MBA in International Business (IB)) at the Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, campus. For admission to the IPM programme, IIFT accepts scores from the IPMAT exam, which is conducted by IIM Indore.

    The IIM Indore IPMAT exam will be conducted in computer-based test mode. It consists of two stages: an aptitude test and a personal interview (PI). Before applying for IIFT IPM admission, students must check the eligibility criteria as discussed below.

    IIFT IPM 2026 Admission: Key Highlights

    Check out the table below for an overview of the IIFT integrated MBA admission.

    Events

    Details

    Campus

    Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh

    Courses Offered

    BBA + MBA

    Specialization

    • BBA in Business Analytics (BA)
    • MBA in International Business (IB)

    IIFT IPM Duration

    Five years

    Flexibility

    Option to leave after three years with a BBA degree

    IIFT IPM application fee

    Rs 2,000 (Rs 1,000 for SC/ST/PwD candidates)

    IIFT IPM Admission 2026: Important Dates

    Aspirants must know the important dates and deadlines related to the IIFT IPM admission process. If candidates miss any important event related to the integrated MBA admission process, it can seriously hamper their chances of getting admission to the IIFT IPM course. Important dates related to the IIFT IPM admission process 2026-31 are mentioned in the table below.

    IIFT IPM 2026 Admission Dates

    IIFT IPM Events

    IIFT IPM Dates

    Last date to apply online for IIFT IPM 2026-31

    April 2026

    IPMAT 2026 exam date

    May 04, 2026

    IIFT IPM Eligibility Criteria 2026

    To be eligible for the IIFT IPM programme, candidates must fulfil certain criteria:

    Qualifying Examination:

    • Students should have passed the 10+2/XII/HSC examination in arts/commerce/science stream or equivalent with 60% (55% for candidates from SC/ST/PwD/Transgender) or appearing in 2026.

    • The student must have passed the class 10 examination with 60% (55% for candidates from SC/ST/PwD/Transgender) or more in the year not before 2022.

    • Students who are likely to appear in the XII/ HSC equivalent examination by the end of July 31, 2026, can also apply, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria mentioned above.
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    IIFT IPM Selection Process 2026-31

    The IIFT integrated MBA selection process at IIFT involves the IPMAT entrance exam conducted by the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Indore. A merit list for IIFT IPM admission will be prepared based on the IPMAT 2026 score, academic performance in Class 10, and gender diversity.

    NOTE: IIM Indore has no role in the selection process or in conducting the IIFT IPM programme.

    IIFT IPM Final Selection Criteria 2026

    The following are the components and their associated weightages:

    Components

    Weightage

    IPMAT score 2026

    77

    Academic Profile

    20

    Gender Diversity

    3

    Total 100

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    IIFT IPM Application Process 2026

    Follow the process below to apply for IIFT IPM admission 2026-31.

    Step 1: Go to the official IIM Indore website, iimidr.ac.in.
    Step 2: Next, fill out the online IPMAT application form with your valid details.
    Step 3: Note down your IPMAT 2026 registration number before submitting your application.
    Step 4: Then, go to the official IIFT website, iift.ac.in.
    Step 5: Click on the 'Current Admissions 2026' icon and submit your application.
    Step 6: Upload the required documents in the prescribed format & size.

    • Self-attested copies of Class 10 and 12 mark-sheets.
    • Category certificate (if required).

    Step 7: Pay the IIFT IPM application fee and submit the completed application.

    IIFT IPM Application Fee 2026-31

    General category candidates

    Rs 2,000/-

    SC/ ST/ PwD category candidates

    Rs 1,000/-

    NOTE: The IIFT IPM 2026 application fee, once paid, will not be refunded. Applicants can expect changes in the IIFT IPM registration fees for 2026.

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    IPMAT Cutoff for IIFT IPM Admission 2026

    According to last year's IPM cutoff trends, IIFT Kakinada is expected to have the following IPMAT cutoffs to shortlist students for its IPM programme 2026-31 batch. Students who clear the cutoffs as given below will be considered for final selection based on other parameters as well.

    Category

    Expected IPMAT 2026 cutoff

    General

    57-59

    Gen-EWS/OBC(NCL)

    52-54

    SC/ST/PwD

    47-49

    IIFT IPM Fee Structure 2026-31

    The expected fee structure for the IIFT IPM programme 2026-31 is as follows:

    IIFT IPM Programme

    IIFT IPM Fee

    BBA in Business Analytics (BA)

    Rs 4,00,000 per annum

    MBA in International Business (IB)

    Rs 19.68

    Total IIFT IPM 2026 fees

    Rs 31.68

    The BBA (BA) course fee for resident Indians for the first three years would be Rs. 4,00,000 per annum. The course fee for the fourth and fifth years would be as per the prevailing MBA (International Business) programme fees. Other charges (hostel fee) would be extra. Students belonging to the SC, ST, and PWD categories are given a 50% concession in tuition fees only.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: When will the IIFT IPM application form begin?
    A:

    The registration process for IIFT Integrated MBA admission 2026–31 will begin soon in online mode.

    Q: When will the IPMAT Indore to be held?
    A:

    The IPMAT Indore for IIFT IPM admission will be held on May 04, 2026.

    Q: How many seats are there in IIFT Kakinada IPM?
    A:

    The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) Kakinada also offers IPM admission with having 60 seats at Kakinada campus.

    Q: Will IIFT accept CAT score in 2026?
    A:

    IIFT admission process 2026 includes selection through CAT 2025 score, essay writing, extempore, and personal interview. 

    Q: How to apply for IIFT 2026?
    A:

    To apply for IIFT 2026, all candidates will need to start by registering themselves, logging in, and filling out the application form, uploading all the required documents, email verification, and paying the application fee. 

    Q: Is IPM harder than CAT?
    A:

    Considering all the difference between the IPM and CAT exam, the conclusion is that both are equally tricky. But, CAT exam is much more advanced than IPMAT.

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    IIFT Delhi

    General: 95–98 percentile

    OBC: 90+

    SC: 85–95

    ST/PwD: 75–93


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    General: 85–95 percentile

    OBC/SC/ST: 50–95 (varies)

    Note: Final selection also includes WAT, GD, PI, academics, and work experience.


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