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Indus Business Academy Bangalore - Latest Updates & News
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Outlook B-Schools Ranking 2026 has been announced, and Indus Business Academy (IBA) Bangalore has secured an impressive #25 position out of 200 colleges under the Management Private B-School Category.
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The IBA Bangalore PGDM Fee Structure 2026–28 has been published. The total academic fee ranges between ₹11.43 Lakhs and ₹15.07 Lakhs.
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Admissions for the PGDM 2026–28 batch at IBA Bangalore are now open. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website.
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The CAT 2025 exam is scheduled for November 30, 2025 (Sunday). Admit cards will be available for download on November 5, 2025, at iimcat.ac.in.
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XAT 2026 registration is currently open for MBA/PGDM aspirants. Candidates can apply till December 5, 2025, via xatonline.in. The application form edit window will be active from October 14 to 16, 2025, and the exam will be held on January 4, 2026, from 2 PM to 5 PM.
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Karnataka PGCET 2025 Cutoff for IBA Bangalore has been released. Candidates can now check the course-wise cutoff details for admission to various PGDM specializations.
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Karnataka PGCET 2025 Round 2 (Final) Seat Allotment results were declared on October 25, 2025, at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Applicants can use their CET numbers to view the provisional allotment list.
About IBA Bangalore
Established in 2001, Indus Business Academy (IBA) Bangalore is among the 74 globally accredited B-schools out of more than 5,000 institutions in India. The accreditation comes from the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), USA, highlighting IBA’s global academic standards. The institute has also been recognized by the World Consulting & Research Corporation (WCRC) as one of the fastest-growing B-schools in Asia, with the evaluation conducted by KPMG. IBA Bangalore is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).
IBA Bangalore offers a two-year full-time
Read MoreIndus Business Academy Bangalore - Latest Updates & News
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Outlook B-Schools Ranking 2026 has been announced, and Indus Business Academy (IBA) Bangalore has secured an impressive #25 position out of 200 colleges under the Management Private B-School Category.
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The IBA Bangalore PGDM Fee Structure 2026–28 has been published. The total academic fee ranges between ₹11.43 Lakhs and ₹15.07 Lakhs.
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Admissions for the PGDM 2026–28 batch at IBA Bangalore are now open. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website.
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The CAT 2025 exam is scheduled for November 30, 2025 (Sunday). Admit cards will be available for download on November 5, 2025, at iimcat.ac.in.
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XAT 2026 registration is currently open for MBA/PGDM aspirants. Candidates can apply till December 5, 2025, via xatonline.in. The application form edit window will be active from October 14 to 16, 2025, and the exam will be held on January 4, 2026, from 2 PM to 5 PM.
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Karnataka PGCET 2025 Cutoff for IBA Bangalore has been released. Candidates can now check the course-wise cutoff details for admission to various PGDM specializations.
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Karnataka PGCET 2025 Round 2 (Final) Seat Allotment results were declared on October 25, 2025, at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. Applicants can use their CET numbers to view the provisional allotment list.
About IBA Bangalore
Established in 2001, Indus Business Academy (IBA) Bangalore is among the 74 globally accredited B-schools out of more than 5,000 institutions in India. The accreditation comes from the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), USA, highlighting IBA’s global academic standards. The institute has also been recognized by the World Consulting & Research Corporation (WCRC) as one of the fastest-growing B-schools in Asia, with the evaluation conducted by KPMG. IBA Bangalore is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).
IBA Bangalore offers a two-year full-time residential PGDM program with specializations in Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, AI & Business Analytics, Retail & E-Commerce, Operations & Supply-Chain, International Business, and Entrepreneurship Management. Admissions are based on scores from CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, GMAT, or NMAT.
Key Highlights
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Features a 3D Centre, Student Activity Centre, and Executive Training Centre for comprehensive student development.
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Ranked among the top 100 institutes in India, including IIMs, IITs, and NITs.
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Follows a 360-degree learning approach with global insights.
| Particulars | Details |
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| Institute Name | Indus Business Academy (IBA) Bangalore |
| Location | Bangalore, Karnataka |
| Year of Establishment | 2001 |
| Institution Type | Private |
| Approvals | AICTE, AIU |
| Accreditations | NBA, IACBE, SAQS |
| Flagship Program | MBA / PGDM |
| Contact Number | 080 2608 3703 |
| Official Website | www.iba.ac.in |
IBA Bangalore Rankings 2025
- Ranked 5th All India, Private B School by ‘Competition Success Review’ (CSR)’ B-School Survey 2025
- Ranked 12th All India Top Private B School by ‘GHRDC’ B-Schools Survey 2025
- Ranked 25th All India, Private B School by ‘Outlook’ B-Schools Survey 2026
- Ranked 35th All India, Private B School by ‘Times B School’ B-Schools Survey 2025
- Ranked 38th All India ‘Private B School by ‘The Week’ B-Schools Survey 2024
Accreditations & Approvals
- AICTE
- NBA
- AIU
- IACBE
- SAQS
Indus Business Academy Courses & Fees 2026 - Batch 2026-28 (26th Batch)
PROGRAMME FEE (PGDM & PGDM-General) – Bangalore Campus (for Indian Nationals)
Admission Processing Charges (Non-Refundable): ₹45,000/-
Security Deposit - Academics (Refundable after completion of the course): ₹15,000/-
| PARTICULARS | AMOUNT (in ₹) |
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| 1st Year | |
| First Installment (As mentioned in Admission Letter & Inclusive of Admission Processing Charges) | 1,83,000/- |
| Second Installment (by September 01, 2026) | 1,83,000/- |
| Third Installment (by December 03, 2026) | 1,83,000/- |
| 2nd Year | |
| Fourth Installment (by April 06, 2027) | 1,83,000/- |
| Fifth Installment (by August 03, 2027) | 1,77,000/- |
| Sixth Installment (by December 09, 2027) | 1,74,000/- |
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Total (for 2 years): |
₹10,83,000/- |
Through Competitive Selection using CAT 2025, XAT 2026, MAT 2025/2026, CMAT 2026, ATMA 2026 & State Govt. Entrance Tests, GMAT / GRE 2025 / 2026 Scores
RESIDENTIAL (HOSTEL, MESS & LAUNDRY) CHARGES
Annual Residential Registration Charges (Non-Refundable): ₹6,000/-
Security Deposit – Residential (Refundable after completion of the course): ₹9,000/-
| Categories of Rooms Available | 1st Academic Year (At the time of Admission) | 2nd Academic Year (By April 06, 2027) |
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| Triple – Boys Hostel only | ₹1,41,000/- | ₹1,20,000/- |
| Double – Girls & Boys Hostel | ₹1,50,000/- | ₹1,29,000/- |
| Double (with attached toilet) – Girls & Boys Hostel | ₹1,59,000/- | ₹1,38,000/- |
| Single – Girls & Boys Hostel | ₹1,68,000/- | ₹1,47,000/- |
| Single (with attached toilet) – Girls Hostel only | ₹1,92,000/- | ₹1,68,000/- |
Notes:
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The fee will only be accepted by Demand Draft in favour of “Arihant Education and Research Foundation”, payable at Bangalore or by NEFT/RTGS.
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The fee includes a laptop and a set of IBA formals.
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OBSM – All IBA students get an opportunity for an International Study Programme (OBSM) in countries like Singapore, Malaysia, and Dubai, etc.
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IBA offers several scholarships and fee waivers to deserving students (details available on www.iba.ac.in).
- Security Deposit is refundable only after course completion.
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Fee refund policy: As per AICTE guidelines.
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All disputes are subject to Bangalore/Bengaluru jurisdiction only.
Note: IBA has separate hostels for boys and girls within the campus.
Indus Business Academy Bangalore Admission 2026
Indus Business Academy (IBA) Bangalore has begun its PGDM Admissions 2026 for the upcoming academic session. The admission process is open for candidates aspiring to pursue management education with global exposure and strong industry connections.
To secure admission to the PGDM or PGDM (International Business) program, candidates must first ensure they meet the eligibility criteria, then appear for a valid entrance examination such as CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, GMAT, GRE, GATE, KMAT, MAH-CET, or Karnataka PGCET.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official website of IBA Bangalore, pay the required application fee, and participate in the GD (Group Discussion) and PI (Personal Interview) rounds. Shortlisted candidates are selected based on their entrance exam scores, Statement of Purpose (SOP), GD, and PI performance.
| Course | Duration | Intake | Selection Criteria |
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| PGDM (General) | 2 Years | 300 | CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ ATMA/ GMAT/ GRE/ GATE/ KMAT/ MAH-CET/ PGCET scores + SOP + GD + PI |
| PGDM (International Business) | 2 Years | 60 | CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ ATMA/ GMAT/ GRE/ GATE/ KMAT/ MAH-CET/ PGCET scores + SOP + GD + PI |
Eligibility Criteria
- Academic Qualifications: Candidates must possess a graduate degree (10+2+3 or 10+2+4) in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Minimum Aggregate Marks: A minimum of 50% overall aggregate marks is required (45% for reserved categories).
- Final Year Eligibility: Final year students are eligible to apply for admission.
- ntrance Exam Scores Accepted: IBA accepts scores of CAT 2025 / XAT 2026 / CMAT 2026 / NMAT by GMAC 2025 / MAT (Sept. 2025, Dec, 2025, Feb 2026, May 2026) / ATMA 2026 / GMAT (after Sept 2024) / GATE 2024-25 & State Govt. Entrance tests.
- Holistic Approach: Join IBA for a transformative academic experience, opening doors to a successful career.
Key Highlights for IBA Bangalore Admissions 2026:
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Application Mode: Online through the official website – www.iba.ac.in
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Accepted Exams: CAT 2025, XAT 2026, CMAT 2026, MAT 2025/2026, ATMA 2026, GMAT, GRE, GATE, KMAT, MAH-CET, and Karnataka PGCET 2025
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Selection Stages: Entrance Exam Score → SOP Submission → Group Discussion → Personal Interview
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Programs Offered: PGDM (General) and PGDM (International Business)
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Program Duration: 2 Years Full-Time Residential Program
Specialisations
Indus Business Academy offers a two-year (four semesters) Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) with the following specialisations:
- Marketing
- Finance
- Human Resources
- AI & Business Analytics
- Retail & E-Commerce
- Operations & Supply-Chain
- International Business
- Entrepreneurship Management
Indus Business Academy Cut off 2026
| National Level Test | Expected Cut off |
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| XAT | 75 percentile |
| CAT | 75 percentile |
| MAT | 600+ score |
| CMAT | 80 percentile |
| ATMA | 600+score |
| NMAT | 200+ score |
| GMAT | 75 percentile |
Selection Weightage for Final Admission
Final Admission Criteria for PGDM Program at IBA Bangalore
| Parameter | Marks | Notes |
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| Scores of Aptitude Test (list of accepted tests given under Eligibility Criteria) | 20 marks | Original Score Card will be verified during Personal Interview |
| Academic Performance and Work Experience/Extra-curricular Activities | 35 marks | - 10 Marks each for Bachelor Degree, 12th Standard, and 10th Standard <br> - 5 Marks for Work Experience/Extra-curricular Activities |
| SOP (Statement of Purpose) | 10 marks | Assessed during Personal Interview |
| Group Discussion (GD) or Personal Interview (PI) 1 | 35 marks | |
| Personal Interview (PI) 1 or PI 2 | ||
| Total | 100 marks |
Applications open for PGDM 2026-28, Apply Now
Indus Business Academy Bangalore - Placement Statistics (Recent Years)
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Year |
Placement Rate |
Average Package |
Highest Package |
Recruiters Participated |
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2025 |
100% |
₹8.09 LPA |
₹18.36 LPA |
90+ |
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2024 |
100% |
₹7.96 LPA |
₹22.26 LPA |
90+ |
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2023 |
100% |
₹7.80 LPA |
₹22.26 LPA |
95+ |
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2022 |
100% |
₹7.02 LPA |
₹13.67 LPA |
100+ |
Key Highlights
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100% placement achieved consistently over the past three years.
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Highest package reached ₹22.26 LPA in both 2023 and 2024.
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Average package improved steadily from ₹7.02 LPA (2022) to ₹8.09LPA (2025).
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Top 25% of students secured an average package of ₹10.77 LPA.
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More than 90 recruiters visit annually, including leading firms from consulting, BFSI, IT, FMCG, retail, analytics, and manufacturing sectors.
Indus Business Academy Top Recruiters
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Consulting & Finance: Deloitte, PwC, ICICI Securities, Federal Bank, London Stock Exchange
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FMCG & Retail: ITC, Colgate, Berger Paints, Aditya Birla, Godrej
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Technology & Services: FedEx, Paytm, First Meridian, OM Logistics, Isuzu
IBA Bangalore continues to deliver consistent 100% placements with strong corporate participation. Salaries show a positive trend, with the highest package at ₹18.36 LPA and an average of ₹8.09 LPA. The institute’s placement support, strong alumni base, and industry tie-ups provide students with diverse career opportunities across sectors.
IBA Bangalore Scholarship 2026
SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS (Batch 2026-28)
SCHOLARSHIP FOR MERITORIOUS STUDENTS (During Admission Phase)
Students who meet below mentioned criteria (a student will be awarded the best option if eligible for more than one Criteria)
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‘Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Scholarship’ : Student/s having aggregate (all subjects) marks of 60% or above in Class X, XII and Graduation, would be awarded a Scholarship of Rs. 55,000/-
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‘Sardar Vallabhbhai Jhaverbhai Patel Memorial Scholarship’ : Student/s having aggregate (all subjects) marks of 70% or above in Class X, XII and Graduation, would be awarded a Scholarship of Rs. 66,000/-
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‘Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Memorial Scholarship’ : Student/s having aggregate (all subjects) marks of 80% or above in Class X, XII and Graduation, would be awarded a Scholarship of Rs. 77,000/-
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‘Atal Bihari Vajpayee Memorial Scholarship’ : Student/s having aggregate (all subjects) marks of 60% or above in Class X, XII, Graduation and having percentile/Composite Score as mentioned below in the Entrance Tests would be awarded Scholarships as stated below:
| CAT 2025 / XAT 2026 / GMAT or GRE (after July, 2025) | MAT 2025 & 2026 / ATMA 2026 | CMAT 2026 (As per format of results published by CMAT) | SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT (in ₹) |
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| 90 percentile or above | Composite Score of 780 or above | Above 95 percentile OR AIR 1-499 | 1,65,000/- |
| 85 to 89.99 percentile | Composite Score of 750 to 779 | 90 to 94.99 percentile OR AIR 500-999 | 1,05,000/- |
| 80 to 84.99 percentile | Composite Score of 700 to 749 | 85 to 89.99 percentile OR AIR 1000-2499 | 86,000/- |
| 70 to 79.99 percentile | Composite Score of 650 to 699 | 80 to 84.99 percentile OR AIR 2500-3999 | 75,000/- |
| 60 to 69.99 percentile | Composite Score of 600 to 649 | 70 to 79.99 percentile OR AIR 4000-4999 | 66,000/- |
DETAILS OF FEE - WAIVER TO DESERVING STUDENTS (During 3rd Term of an Academic Year)
| Name | Amount (in ₹) | No. | Criteria |
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| 1st Academic Year - Mother Teresa Fee - Waiver | 25,000/- to 35,000/- | 10 | Economically weak and Need based |
| 2nd Academic Year - Tirthankara Mahavir Swami Fee - Waiver | 25,000/- to 35,000/- | 10 | Economically weak and Need based |
Shri. B.M.L Jain Memorial Special DEFENSE Scholarship (During 2nd Year of the Programme)
FOR WARDS of Military & Paramilitary Forces including Central Armed Police Force (CAPF)
Our Founder Chairman Late Shri B.M.L. Jain had a special appreciation towards the sacrifice which our Defence, CRPF, BSF and other personnel make for our nation. To recognise their contribution, IBA offers 25% Fee waiver (only Academics in 2nd year of the course) to their wards.
OBSM - Overseas Business Study Mission (During 2nd Year of the Programme)
| Name | Criteria |
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| OBSM | All the Students of IBA are given an opportunity for International Study Programme (OBSM). During OBSM, students visits B-Schools and corporations in countries like Singapore, Malaysia, Dubai, etc. |
DETAILS OF AWARDS (During the Programme)
| Name | Amount (in ₹) | No. | Criteria |
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| Swami Vivekananda Memorial Award | 12,000/- | 1 | Given to Topper in Academics in 1st Trimester |
| Dadasbhai Naoroji Memorial Award | 12,000/- | 1 | Given to 2nd Topper in Academics in 1st Trimester |
| Chhatrapati Shivaji Raje Bhosle Memorial Award | 12,000/- | 1 | Given to Topper in Academics in 2nd Trimester |
| Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi Memorial Award | 12,000/- | 1 | Given to 2nd Topper in Academics in 2nd Trimester |
| Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Award | 12,000/- | 1 | Given to Topper in Academics in 3rd Trimester |
| Shaheed Bhagat Singh Memorial Award | 12,000/- | 1 | Given to 2nd Topper in Academics in 3rd Trimester |
| Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Memorial Award | 12,000/- | 1 | Given to Topper in Academics in 4th Trimester |
| Jayaprakash Narayan Memorial Award | 12,000/- | 1 | Given to 2nd Topper in Academics in 4th Trimester |
| Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Memorial Award | 12,000/- | 1 | Given to Topper in Academics in 5th Trimester |
| Rani Lakshmi Bai Memorial Award | 12,000/- | 1 | Given to 2nd Topper in Academics in 5th Trimester |
| Rabindra Nath Tagore Memorial Award | 12,000/- | 1 | Given to Topper in Academics in 6th Trimester |
| Lala Lajpat Rai Memorial Award | 12,000/- | 1 | Given to 2nd Topper in Academics in 6th Trimester |
SPECIAL AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS (Given on the Day of Convocation)
| Name | Amount (in ₹) | No. | Criteria |
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| Dr. Anil Agarwal Memorial Scholarship | 51,000/- | 1 | Best IBA student of the Batch who excels in Academics, Discipline, Team Leadership & Extracurricular activities in all the 6 Trimesters |
| Smt. Gyanmati Devi Jain/Smt. Padma Devi Jain Memorial Award | 21,000/- | 30 | This award is given to the students who perform exceptionally well during their Corporate Internship and are offered PPO and join the company offering PPO. |
| Shri B.M.L Jain Memorial Award (Gold Medals) | 11,000/- | - | This award is given to the students along with the Gold Medal who scores more than 8.7 CGPA at the completion of the Programme |
| Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya Memorial Award (Silver Medals) | 11,000/- | - | This award is given to the students along with the Silver Medal who scores more than 8.3 CGPA at the completion of the Programme |
IBA Infrastructure & Facilities
The campus features modern classrooms, auditoriums, and a library with 12,500+ books, 5,000+ e-journals, and subscriptions to international journals. Students also benefit from high-speed WiFi, laptops, CMIE, SPSS, and Microsoft Campus agreement.
I.T Facilities
With stable and high-speed connectivity to the Internet that ensures speedy access, the campus is completely connected with the WiFi network. A laptop is compulsorily provided to all the students.
IBA has a State-of-the-art facility for students where they can access, download, research, prepare notes, and presentation material through databases in the digital libraries subscribed by IBA. This is in line with the facilities provided by International Business Schools.
The IT facilities include Microsoft Campus agreement for all the Laptops carried by Faculty, staff and students.
- 40 Mbps Leased line 1:1 Symmetric Internet connectivity – 24 x 7
- Prowess (CMIE) – Corporate database
- Economic Intelligence Service (EIS)
- Industry Analysis Service (IAS)
- EBSCO (database) Journals & Books Online
- Insight (Corporate database)
- SPSS – used for data mining and database analysis, market and survey research
- Microsoft Publisher
- Visio Pro
- One Note
- Tally Gold 9.0 (Multi-User)
- Microsoft Project
Library
IBA’s library is one of the largest libraries dedicated to a single management program. In addition, it subscribes to over 60 international journals, including the Harvard Business Review and Sloan Management Review, as well as 110 leading national management journals. Furthermore, the library houses more than 12,500 books across 8,000 titles, 700 A/V materials, 5,000+ e-journals, 23,000+ e-dissertations, over 80 international and national magazines, and 13 newspapers. Moreover, it contains a substantial collection of reference books on management and related areas, along with case studies sourced from leading journals and research papers. Faculty and students can also access both current and past editions of online journals through the electronic database.
Additionally, a separate audio/video media room with a DVD player is available for students to explore various aspects of management. Students can either utilize the audio/visual materials available in the library or bring in their own resources. Finally, IBA maintains institutional memberships with premier libraries, such as The British Council Library and NICMAN at IIM Ahmedabad, thereby providing expanded access to a wealth of resources.
Class Rooms
IBA has different categories of classrooms to meet all the requirements. It has a State-of-the-art 300 seater fully equipped Auditorium and 2 auditoriums, which are 100 seaters. Apart from that, there are 13 classrooms with different seating arrangements like seminar-style, classroom, and board room style.
IBA Bangalore Notable Alumni
- Sumit Moriyani Head Infrastructure Management Services - ASEAN Tech Mahindra, (Singapore)
- Anant Sagar Global Process Owner & Strategy Leader IBM, Bengaluru
- Rajdeep Dutta AVP - Operations - Head SOI Snapdeal, Gurgaon
- Ankur Saxena Asst. Manager - Add Sales Aaj Tak, Bengaluru
- Anindita Kundu Manager - Marketing Solutions (South) LinkedIn, Bengaluru
- Vijay A G Head - HR Process Excellence Alghanim Industries, (Kuwait)
- Punita Singh Asst. Vice President I Ads & Events, New Delhi
- Deepak Lall State Sales Head United Spirits Ltd, (UB Group), Raipur
- Sameer Sikdar Zonal Business Head Timesjobs.com, Hyderabad
IBA Bangalore Class Profile 2025
| Gender Diversity | |
|---|---|
| Males | 58% |
| Females | 42% |
Experience wise trends of 2025 batch:
| Freshers | 72% |
| Work Experience | 28% |
Stream wise trends of 2025 batch:
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Commerce |
28% |
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Management |
29% |
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Engineering |
19% |
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Science |
14% |
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Arts |
06% |
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Others |
14% |
FAQs
Q1: When was IBA Bangalore established?
A: 2001, accredited by IACBE, USA.
Q2: Is it approved and accredited?
A: Yes, by AICTE and AIU, accredited by NBA, IACBE and SAQS.
Q3: Programs offered?
A: Two-year full-time residential PGDM with multiple specializations.
Q4: Accepted entrance exams?
A: CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, GMAT, NMAT.
Q5: What is the Course fee at IBA ?
A: ₹10.83 Lakhs (PGDM 2026–28).
Q6: Is Scholarships available at IBA?
A: Merit-based and category-based, up to ₹1 Lakh.
Q7: Placements?
A: 100% placements with 90+ recruiters annually.
Q8: Average & highest salary?
A: Average ₹8.09 LPA, Highest ₹18.36 LPA.
Q9: Top recruiters?
A: Deloitte, PwC, ICICI Securities, ITC, FedEx, Colgate, Aditya Birla, Godrej, London Stock Exchange, Paytm.
Q10: Is it residential?
A: Yes, with on-campus hostel facilities.
Q11: Learning environment?
A: Global outlook, internships, corporate lectures, strong alumni network.
Q12: International tie-ups?
A: Yes, for academic exchange, guest lectures, and research initiatives.
