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IMI Kolkata Admissions 2026
The CMAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key and Response Sheet have been released. Candidates can submit objections until February 2 (11:50 PM). Read full update.
IMI Kolkata has issued PI calls for MBA Admissions 2026. Shortlisted candidates are being notified via email in phases, with interviews scheduled from late January to February.
About IMI Kolkata
IMI Kolkata is an AICTE and NBA-approved business school, ranked 42nd among the Top MBA Colleges in India by NIRF 2025. Its most popular program is the PGDM. IMI Kolkata accepts CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, and ATMA scores for admission to the PGDM program. Final admissions are based on a composite score that includes the entrance exam score, academic profile, WAT, and PI scores. In addition to the flagship PGDM course, IMI Kolkata offers FPM/PhD programs in both full-time and executive modes, an International Student Exchange Program, and a Post Graduate Certificate in Financial Markets. For FPM admission, candidates must have a valid CAT score; if not, they must take the RAT conducted by IMI Kolkata. Final selection is based on a presentation followed by a personal interview.
The Post Graduate Certificate in Financial Markets (PGCFM) is a collaborative effort between NSE Academy Ltd and the International Management Institute, Kolkata. This 11-month program is offered in a weekend format. Admission is based on the candidate's academic qualifications and work profile.
According to the IIRF Ranking 2025, the institute holds the 20th position in India under the Management category. It offers a range of UG, PG, and PG Diploma programs across the fields of Management and Commerce.
IMI Kolkata Highlights
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| College Name | International Management Institute (IMI) Kolkata |
| Established | 2010 |
| Institute Type | Private |
| Location | Alipore, Kolkata |
| Flagship Progra |
IMI Kolkata Latest Updates & News
IMI Kolkata Admissions 2026
The CMAT 2026 Provisional Answer Key and Response Sheet have been released. Candidates can submit objections until February 2 (11:50 PM). Read full update.
IMI Kolkata has issued PI calls for MBA Admissions 2026. Shortlisted candidates are being notified via email in phases, with interviews scheduled from late January to February.
About IMI Kolkata
IMI Kolkata is an AICTE and NBA-approved business school, ranked 42nd among the Top MBA Colleges in India by NIRF 2025. Its most popular program is the PGDM. IMI Kolkata accepts CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, and ATMA scores for admission to the PGDM program. Final admissions are based on a composite score that includes the entrance exam score, academic profile, WAT, and PI scores. In addition to the flagship PGDM course, IMI Kolkata offers FPM/PhD programs in both full-time and executive modes, an International Student Exchange Program, and a Post Graduate Certificate in Financial Markets. For FPM admission, candidates must have a valid CAT score; if not, they must take the RAT conducted by IMI Kolkata. Final selection is based on a presentation followed by a personal interview.
The Post Graduate Certificate in Financial Markets (PGCFM) is a collaborative effort between NSE Academy Ltd and the International Management Institute, Kolkata. This 11-month program is offered in a weekend format. Admission is based on the candidate's academic qualifications and work profile.
According to the IIRF Ranking 2025, the institute holds the 20th position in India under the Management category. It offers a range of UG, PG, and PG Diploma programs across the fields of Management and Commerce.
IMI Kolkata Highlights
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| College Name | International Management Institute (IMI) Kolkata |
| Established | 2010 |
| Institute Type | Private |
| Location | Alipore, Kolkata |
| Flagship Program | PGDM |
| Ranking | Ranked 20th in Management (IIRF 2025) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Admission Process | Entrance-based |
| Accepted Entrance Exams | CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT |
| Highest Package (2025) | INR 16.42 LPA |
| Average Package (2025) | INR 13.06 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Amazon, Deloitte, Tech Mahindra, PwC |
| Official Website | IMI Kolkata |
IMI Kolkata Courses & Fees 2026
| Course | Eligibility |
|---|---|
|
PGDM (Post-Graduate Diploma in Management) |
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent in any discipline, from a recognised university in India or abroad /Final year Graduation students are also eligible to apply
|
|
FPM (Fellow Programme in Management) |
Master’s degree with a minimum of 55% aggregate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with a minimum of 60% aggregate along with 3 years of relevant work experience or Any professional qualifications such as CA, ICWA and CS with a minimum of 55% aggregate
|
| Executive & Certificate Programs |
|
Programme Fee Details for PGDM 2026-28 (Self Sponsored)
|
Fee Components |
Installment (INR) |
Total (INR) |
|||||
|
I |
II |
III |
IV |
V |
VI |
||
|
Tuition Fee |
2,01,335 |
2,01,333 |
2,01,333 |
2,01,333 |
2,01,333 |
2,01,333 |
1,208,000 |
|
Learning Materials |
17,500 |
17,500 |
17,500 |
17,500 |
17,500 |
17,500 |
105,000 |
|
Student Activities & Welfare |
7,167 |
7,167 |
7,167 |
7,167 |
7,166 |
7,166 |
43,000 |
|
Library & Information Resources |
12,500 |
12,500 |
12,500 |
12,500 |
12,500 |
12,500 |
75,000 |
|
IT Infrastructure |
5,334 |
5,334 |
5,333 |
5,333 |
5,333 |
5,333 |
32,000 |
|
Alumni – Life Membership Fee |
20,000 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
– |
20,000 |
|
Security Deposit* |
15,000 |
– |
– |
– |
– |
15,000 |
|
|
Total |
2,78,836 |
2,43,834 |
2,43,833 |
2,43,833 |
243,832 |
2,43,832 |
14,98,000 |
*Refundable subject to obtaining clearance for all dues and damages to institute
properties/assets
Company – Sponsored Category
|
Fee Component |
Installment (INR) |
Total (INR) |
|||||
|
I |
II |
III |
IV |
V |
VI |
||
|
Tuition Fee |
2,31,917 |
2,31,917 |
2,31,917 |
2,31,917 |
2,31,917 |
2,31,915 |
13,91,500 |
|
Learning Materials |
19,158 |
19,158 |
19,158 |
19,158 |
19,158 |
19,160 |
1,14,950 |
|
Student Activities & Welfare |
6,050 |
6,050 |
6,050 |
6,050 |
6,050 |
6,050 |
36,300 |
|
Library & Information Resources |
18,150 |
18,150 |
18,150 |
18,150 |
18,150 |
18,150 |
1,08,900 |
|
Alumni – Life Membership Fee |
9,075 |
3,025 |
3,025 |
3,025 |
3,025 |
3,025 |
24,200 |
|
Security Deposit* |
18,150 |
18,150 |
|||||
|
Total |
3,02,500 |
2,78,300 |
2,78,300 |
2,78,300 |
2,78,300 |
2,78,300 |
16,94,000 |
Hostel Fees & Mess Charges(Self & Company
Sponsored)
|
Room Type |
2026-27 |
2027-28 |
||||
|
Hostel Fee (INR) |
Mess Charges (INR) |
Total (INR) |
Hostel Fee (INR) |
Mess Charges (INR) |
Total (INR) |
|
|
Twin sharing (AC) in Academic Block (Only for Male) |
100,000 |
85,000 |
185,000 |
100,000 |
85,000 |
185,000 |
|
Twin sharing (AC) |
1,40,000 |
85,000 |
2,25,000 |
1,40,000 |
85,000 |
185,001 |
|
Single Occupancy (AC) |
165,000 |
85,000 |
250,000 |
165,000 |
85,000 |
1,85,002 |
|
Single Occupancy (AC) – with attached washroom |
225,000 |
85,000 |
310,000 |
225,000 |
85,000 |
1,85,003 |
*Hostel and Mess charges are indicative and subject to change.
IMI Kolkata mandates hostel accommodation for all students, with fees
determined by room category and added to Mess Fee.
After paying admission fees, the Admission Office sends a Google Form for you to fill out your room preferences. After confirming your preferences, the office will check availability and offer you your preferred room type or alternative options.Room allocation is first-come, first-served, and requires prompt submission of preferences via Google Form. The Institute’s discretion may affect availability, based on availability and other factors.
Due Date of fee Deposit
|
Academic Year |
1st Instalment |
As per the due date in the offer letter |
|
Hostel & Mess Fee (1st Year) |
||
|
2nd Instalment |
By September 2026 |
|
|
3rd installment |
By December 2026 |
|
|
Academic Year |
4th Instalment + |
By March 2027 |
|
Hostel & Mess Fee (2nd Year) |
||
|
5th Instalment |
By September 2027 |
|
|
6th Instalment |
By December 2027 |
Tuition Fee Waiver
All students whose total family income is less than Rs. 8 lakhs per annum shall be eligible for Scholarship under Economically Weaker Section. Applications for Tuition Fee Waiver under Economically Weaker Section shall be invited from the students after they have been admitted intothe programme. Any student joining PGDM 2025-2027 batch who is desirous of claiming the tuition waiver should apply to admissions office ([email protected]) before due date as will be intimated by the institute, with a copy of the income tax returns, PAN number, Certificate issued by competent authority appointed by appropriate government. Requests received after due date shall not be processed. Please note that all Applications for Tuition fee waiver (under economically weaker section) shall be collected and processed at one time for all such applicants. Scholarships for Economically Weaker Section shall be offered up to 5% seats of the total intake of the institute.
IMI Kolkata Programme Fee Details for FPM 2025-26
| Particulars | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | 1,50,000 | 1,50,000 | 50,000 | 50,000 | 4,00,000 |
| Reading Material, Computer and Library Fee | 54,000 | 50,750 | 50,750 | 50,750 | 2,06,250 |
| Alumni Association Activities (Life Membership, one time free to be paid at the time of admission) |
18,000 | – | – | – | 18,000 |
| Security Deposit (Refundable to be paid at the time of admission) |
25,000 | – | – | – | 25,000 |
| Registration Fee | 40,000 | – | – | – | 40,000 |
Total |
2,87,000 |
2,00,750 |
1,00,750 |
1,00,750 |
6,89,250 |
For FPM Candidates – 100% fees waiver
(Only Registration fees & Refundable security Deposit to be paid)
IMI Kolkata Admission 2026
Courses Offered
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PGDM (Flagship Program)
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FPM (Doctoral Program)
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Executive and Certificate Programs
Eligibility Criteria (PGDM 2026–28)
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A bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks.
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Final-year students can also apply, provided they submit proof of graduation before the program begins.
Entrance Exams Accepted
IMI Kolkata accepts valid scores from:
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CAT
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XAT
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CMAT
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GMAT
Admission Process
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Online Application on the official portal
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Shortlisting based on entrance exam scores and academic profile
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Video Assessment / Written Ability Test (WAT)
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Personal Interview (PI)
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Final Selection based on:
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Entrance exam score
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Academic performance (10th, 12th, graduation)
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PI/WAT performance
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Work experience (if any)
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Overall profile and achievements
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IMI Kolkata Placements 2025
The IMI Kolkata Placement Report 2025 has been released. The institute recorded a highest package of INR 40.31 LPA, a median package of INR 12.49 LPA, and an average package of INR 12.75 LPA. Leading recruiters included Amazon, ICICI Bank, Deloitte, Tech Mahindra, PwC, Cognizant, Genpact, TCS, Wipro, Gartner, and several others.
Placement Highlights 2025
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Median Package | INR 12.49 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 12.75 LPA |
| Highest Package | INR 40.31 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Amazon, ICICI, Bank, Deloitte, Tech Mahindra, PwC |
IMI Kolkata Ranking 2025
| Ranking Body | Ranking |
|---|---|
| NIRF 2025 | 42 |
| NIRF 2024 | 56 |
| Business Today (BT) 2023 | 63 |
| IIRF 2025 | 20 |
| Outlook-ICARE 2022 Private b-school (India) | 15 |
Scholarship at IMI Kolkata
IMI Kolkata offers several scholarship schemes and fee-waiver / financial-aid options to support deserving and needy students. Key options include:
Types of Scholarships & Waivers
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100% Tuition Waiver (Merit-based) — Students with outstanding academic records (strong past academics + high percentile scores in entrance exams) may be eligible for a full tuition-fee waiver, typically for the first year (and subject to renewal for the second year after performance review).
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Need-based Aid for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) — Students whose family income is below a specified threshold may apply for tuition-fee waiver / financial support under EWS quotas (subject to documentation and approval).
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Merit-based Scholarships & Grants — Based on entrance exam performance (CAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT) or academic excellence, some scholarships or fee reductions are awarded.
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Interim / Academic-Performance Scholarships — For students who perform very well in Year 1, additional scholarship support (partial or fixed amount) may be awarded for the second year.
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Special-Category / Diversity / Other-Based Aid — Scholarships or fee concessions may also be provided to students from under-represented backgrounds, special social categories, or those with other merits (for instance, extracurricular achievements, sports, defence/armed-forces background, etc.), depending on institute policy.
Who Can Apply
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High-performing students (merit + high entrance exam percentile)
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Students from low-income families (EWS background)
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Students excelling academically during studies at IMI Kolkata (for interim/renewal scholarships)
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Students meeting special-category or diversity / background criteria (where applicable)
Key Conditions & Important Notes
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For EWS / income-based scholarships — students must submit valid income proof (e.g. tax returns, income certificate) when requested.
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Merit-based full tuition waiver or fee reduction is often limited to a certain percentage of total intake.
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Renewal or continuation of waiver/scholarship may depend on academic performance and fulfillment of institute’s criteria in successive semesters.
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Students on corporate/organisation sponsorship may not be eligible for placement assistance (but may still be eligible for financial aid depending on rules).
IMI Kolkata – Campus Facilities & Infrastructure
Academic Facilities
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Spacious, fully air-conditioned classrooms equipped with modern audio-visual systems.
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A well-resourced library with books, journals, e-resources, and research materials.
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Computer labs and IT facilities with high-speed internet access.
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Seminar halls, conference rooms, and an auditorium for events, lectures, and academic activities.
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Campus-wide WiFi for students and faculty.
Hostel & Residential Facilities
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Separate hostels for boys and girls.
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Well-furnished rooms with essential amenities.
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Mess and dining facilities serving hygienic and nutritious meals.
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Common rooms and recreation spaces for students.
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24/7 internet connectivity in residential areas.
Sports & Recreation
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Indoor and outdoor sports facilities for games and fitness activities.
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Gym/fitness centre equipped for regular workouts.
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Open spaces for relaxation and group activities.
Campus Amenities
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Cafeteria providing snacks, beverages, and meals throughout the day.
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Medical support and basic first-aid facilities.
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Banking/ATM services within or near the campus.
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Transport and parking facilities for students and staff.
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Clean, well-maintained campus environment with strong security measures.
IMI Kolkata FAQs
1. What is the flagship program of IMI Kolkata?
The flagship program at IMI Kolkata is the PGDM (Post-Graduate Diploma in Management), approved by AICTE and known for strong industry exposure and placements.
2. What entrance exams are accepted for IMI Kolkata PGDM admission?
IMI Kolkata accepts valid scores of CAT, XAT, CMAT, and GMAT for PGDM admissions.
3. What is the fee for the PGDM program at IMI Kolkata?
The total fee for the PGDM 2026–28 batch ranges from ₹14.5 Lakhs to ₹18.68 Lakhs, including academic and other applicable charges.
4. How good are placements at IMI Kolkata?
IMI Kolkata recorded strong placement results in 2025 with:
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Highest Package: ₹40.31 LPA
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Average Package: ₹12.75 LPA
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Top recruiters included Amazon, Deloitte, PwC, Wipro, TCS, and Cognizant.
5. Does IMI Kolkata provide hostel facilities?
Yes, IMI Kolkata offers separate hostels for boys and girls, equipped with WiFi, dining facilities, recreation rooms, and essential amenities.
6. What is the campus infrastructure like at IMI Kolkata?
The campus features modern classrooms, a digital library, computer labs, an auditorium, sports amenities, a gym, cafeteria, and full WiFi connectivity.
7. What is the eligibility criteria for PGDM at IMI Kolkata?
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks. Final-year students may also apply.
8. How do I apply for admission to IMI Kolkata?
Candidates must apply online through the official admission portal, submit entrance test scores, and participate in video assessment and personal interview rounds.
9. Is IMI Kolkata good for freshers?
Yes. IMI Kolkata offers strong industry interaction, excellent faculty, live projects, and consistent placements, making it suitable for freshers entering management careers.
10. What specializations are offered in the PGDM program?
IMI Kolkata offers specializations in Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations, Business Analytics, Strategy, Economics, and more.
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