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Abhra Roy
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Updated On - Jul 24, 2025
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  1. IIFT Result 2026
  2. IIFT Shortlist 2025
  3. IIFT Selection Process 2026

IIFT Result 2026 will be released based on CAT 2025 score. However, the final shortlisting of candidates will be based on GD/PI sessions.

IIFT result 2025 final results was declared for the MBA (International Business) and MBA (Business Analytics) programs on May 16, 2025. A total of 1,435 candidates were selected for Round 2, which includes the Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI), scheduled for April 2025. Following the completion of this round, the final admission list for the MBA 2025-27 batch will be published. The IIFT interview shortlist for 2025 was released on May 28, 2025. The final selection is based on a composite score derived from CAT 2024 results, along with performance in the Written Ability Test (WAT), GD, and PI rounds.

IIFT Result 2026

If you are aspiring for admission for IIFT 2026 session, first you need to qualify through CAT 2025 exam. Candidates, who took admission to IIFT 2025 session, had qualified through CAT 2024 exam.

You can visit the CAT 2024 result page for details.

IIFT Shortlist 2025

The IIFT shortlist 2025 for Round 1 GD/PI was conducted between March 3 and March 21, 2025. IIFT has also released the waitlist for MBA International Business and MBA Business Analytics for the academic batch of 2025-27. The PDF version of shortlist is available online, on the official website, iift.ac.in. Read this article to get complete information on the IIFT final shortlist release date, waitlist details after the GD/PI round, the admission process, and more.

IIFT Selection Process 2026

IIFT admission process for 2025 will follow these key steps: 
Step 1: Submit the IIFT 2025 application with a valid CAT 2024 score. 
Step 2: Candidates will be shortlisted based on the IIFT-specific cutoff and call percentile. 
Step 3: Shortlisted candidates must appear for the Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI). 
Step 4: Final admission offers will be made based on the IIFT merit list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ans:  The final result for IIFT MBA (IB) and MBA (BA) 2025 admissions was declared on May 16, 2025. This result was announced after the completion of the GD/PI rounds that took place in April 2025. The final list includes names of selected candidates along with those waitlisted for the 2025–27 academic session. Candidates can check their result by visiting the official website of IIFT.

Ans:  To check your IIFT 2025 result, visit the official website iift.ac.in, go to the "Admissions" or "Results" section, and log in using your application number and date of birth or password. Once logged in, you can view and download your final result or selection status. The scorecard includes your overall status (selected/waitlisted), along with the evaluation basis. It’s advisable to take a printout for future admission and verification processes.

Ans:  The IIFT final result includes key details such as your selection status (Selected/Waitlisted/Not Selected), scores or rankings if applicable, and confirmation of the program allotted (MBA IB or MBA BA). It represents your cumulative performance across CAT 2024, the Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI) rounds. The result does not display sectional CAT scores but is based on an internal composite score derived from all evaluation components. Candidates are also informed via email or SMS when the result is released.

Ans:  Yes, IIFT releases a waitlist along with the final selection list. Candidates who are not immediately offered admission but have performed well may be placed on the waitlist. The waitlist is dynamic and depends on the number of selected candidates who accept the admission offer. Waitlist movement generally continues until all seats are filled, and updates are shared through the official website or via registered email.

Ans:  The final selection for IIFT’s MBA programs is based on a composite score that includes multiple components: CAT 2024 score, Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI) performance. Additionally, factors such as academic consistency, work experience, gender diversity, and academic background are also considered. Each component carries a specific weightage, and the final merit list is prepared based on the cumulative score. This holistic approach ensures a balanced assessment of candidates beyond just test scores.

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