IIM Bangalore Admission Process 2026: Eligibility, Selection & How to Apply

Latest Update: IIM Bangalore Admission 2026 is open for the PGPEM program. The last date to apply is 20 Jan 2026.

Indian Institute of Managment Bangalore offers PGP, PGPBA, EPGP, PGPRM, PGPPM, BBA DBE and PhD programs. Its flagship program is PGP, with a cost of INR 26 Lakh. Admission to all the programs at IIM Bangalore is determined through national entrance tests such as CAT/GMAT/GRE. Shortlisted candidates are then assessed through WAT and PI.

• For the BBA DBE program, candidates are selected based on their performance in the IIMB DBE test.
• For PGP and PGP BA program, students with valid CAT scores, academic scores and performance in WAT and PI are selected.
• For professional courses like EPGP, PHPEM and PGPPM, the candidates are first shortlisted based on GMAT/GRE scores, followed by WAT and PI.
• For PhD, the institutes accept scores of GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, (UGC-CSIR) NET, or IIMB Test as part of the eligibility criteria. The final selection is based on a technical interview.

IIM Bangalore Admission 2026: Highlights

IIM Bangalore BBA Admission 2026

IIM Institute Bangalore offers BBA in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship, a 3- year residential program. The IIM Bangalore BBA fee is INR 4.50 Lakh.  Explore more details on the IIM Bangalore BBA admission process and selection criteria in the section below.

Eligibility Criteria:

• The candidates should have passed Class 10 or equivalent from a recognized board.
• Further, the students should have secured minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST and 40% for disabled students) or equivalent in Class 12.

Selection Process:

Step 1: Candidates will have to take the IIMB DBE entrance test. But candidates with valid CUET/ JEE Main scores will be exempted from the IIM DBE exams

Step 2: Candidates will be shortlisted based on category wise cutoff.

Step 3: Selected candidates will be called by the admission office to pay the program fees.

IIM Bangalore MBA Admission 2026

Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore offers 2-year residential PGP in Management / PGPBA program for graduates. IIM Bangalore PGP fee is INR 26 Lakh. However, students who meet the eligibility criteria will also be offered financial aid and scholarships. Explore more details on the admission process highlighted below.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Graduate in any discipline with 50% (45% for SC/ST/PwD).
• Candidates should have valid CAT scores. The minimum percentile required to get shortlisted is given below.

Selection Criteria:

Stage 1: Pre-PI Shortlisting Round

• Candidates willing to enroll in the PGP program will have to first clear the CAT exam.
• Based on the percentile obtained in CAT, the candidates will be shortlisted for Pre-PI round. The weightage required for the Pre-PI round is highlighted in the table.

Stage 2: Final Selection Criteria

• Candidates who meet the requirement of Pre-PI will be then shortlisted for the second round that consists of a Written Ability Test and a Personal Interview.
• The WAT and PI will be held on the same day. The weightage required to qualify for the second round is shown below.

The final selection will be made based on the performance in stage 2.

Documents Required

Some of the documents that need to be submitted while filling out the online application are highlighted below.

• 10^th board, 12^th board and bachelor's degree transcripts.
• Bachelor's degree certificate / provisional degree certificate (if applicable).
• Bonafide certificate (for candidates studying in final year).
• Professional degree transcripts (CA/CS/ICWA) (if applicable).
• Professional degree certificate (if applicable).
• Statement of purpose.
• Work experience letters, first and last pay slips (if applicable).
• SC/ST/NC-OBC/EWS certificate (if applicable).

IIM Bangalore EPGP Admission 2026

Executive Post Graduate Program in Managment is a 1-year residential program offered by IIM Bangalore for the working professionals. The total seat intake is 83 and the EPGP fee in IIM Bangalore is INR 31.08 Lakh. The complete details regarding IIM Bangalore Executive PGP are mentioned below.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Should have passed bachelors in any discipline with 50% (45% for SC/ST/PwD).
• Should process a minimum of 5 years of working experience as on 31/03/2026.

Selection Process:

Step 1: Candidates should have valid GMAT/GRE scores.

Step 2: Shortlisted candidates based on the entrance exams scores will have to attend the written ability test and interview.

Step 3: The final merit list will be prepared based on the entrance exam scores, WAT & PI, work experience, and academic scores.

Documents Required

Some of the documents that need to be submitted while filling out the online application are highlighted below.

• SSC, HSC and Bachelor's degree transcripts.
• Bachelor's degree certificate.
• GMAT/GRE scorecard.
• Statement of purpose (indicating your achievements and future goals).
• Work experience letters / first and last pay slips (indicating the date of joining).
• SC/ST/NC-OBC/EWS certificate, if applicable.
• Relevant disability certificate for persons with disability (PwD).

IIM Bangalore PGPEM Admission 2026

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore offers 2 year Post Graduate Program in Enterprise Management (MBA) for the working professionals. It is a weekend program, and the total seat intake is 80. Detailed information on admission is highlighted below.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Graduate in any discipline with 50% (45% for SC/ST) or equivalent.
• Should have at least 4+ years of working experience.
• Candidates who have not completed their graduation but have valid CA, CS, ICWS after class 12 are eligible for this program.

Selection Process:

Step1: Students should have cleared CAT/GMAT/GRE or IIMB Test.

Step 2: Students who have valid entrance test scores will be then invited for WAT and PI.

Step 3: During the PI, the students will have to produce 2 letters of recommendation from their present employers.

IIM Bangalore PGPPM Admission 2026

IIM Indore offers a 14-month hybrid program named PGPPM which was launched in 2002. The total cost of the program is INR 12 Lakh. This program is for both Govt sponsored candidates and non-Govt sponsored candidates. Check the necessary details below:

Eligibility Criteria of Non-Govt Sponsored Participants:

• Completed graduation with a minimum of 50%.
• Should have 5 years of working experience after graduation (Internship and part time job roles won't be considered).

Selection Criteria:

• The students will be shortlisted for the WAT and PI round based on CAT/GMAT/GRE or IIMB test scores.

IIM Bangalore Doctoral Program Admission 2026

IIM Institute Bangalore offers PhD programs for students. The areas of specializations under this program are Information Sytems, Economics, Finance & Accounting, Marketing, Managment, and many others. The admission criteria is highlighted below.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Should hold a master's degree. OR
• Integrated 5-year master's program in any discipline. OR
• PG Diploma of 2 Years. OR
• Should hold a professional course such as CA, CS, ICWA. OR
• 4-Year bachelor's degree.

Selection Criteria:

Step 1: The institute will shortlist the candidates either based on CAT scores or GMAT scores or UGC NET or IIMB Test scores.

Step 2: The shortlisted candidates will be called for a technical interview and Area Test via email.

Step 3: The area test and technical interview will be done in person.

Step 4: The final merit list will be prepared based on the entrance test (GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, (UGC-CSIR) NET, or IIMB Test) marks, academic scores, work experience, area test, and/or technical interview.

How to apply for IIM Bangalore Admission?

Step 1: Visit the official website - https://www.iimb.ac.in/

Step 2: Open the program that you're willing to apply to.

Step 3: In that tab there will be a tab that mentions ADMISSION. Click on that tab and the link to the application form will be visible.

Step 4: Fill in the application form carefully.

Step 5: Based on the program selected provided the scores of entrance test like CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/ UGC CIST/NET/IIMB DBE/ IIMB TEST

Step 6: Pay the application form fee.

Step 7: Submit the application