[Official] IFMR GSB - Premier Business School in India _ MBA Admission 2026-28: Placements, Fees, Selection Process, Eligibility & More

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Welcome to the official discussion thread for IFMR Graduate School of Business (IFMR GSB) at Krea University — a top management school in India known for its strong academics, exceptional placements, and industry-driven learning approach.

If you’re planning to apply for the MBA 2026–28 batch, this is your go-to space to stay updated and interact with other aspirants, current students, and alumni.

Here, you’ll find authentic insights about:

  • :mortar_board: IFMR GSB MBA Admission Process 2026–28
  • :briefcase: Placement Highlights & Top Recruiters
  • :bar_chart: Fees, Scholarships & ROI
  • :compass: Eligibility, Selection Process & Cutoffs
  • :school: Campus Life, Infrastructure & Faculty

:spiral_calendar: Timeline for MBA 2026–28

S.No. Description Early Round Timeline*
1 Application Opens Friday, 03 Oct 2025
2 Application Closes Saturday, 15 November 2025
3 Interview Dates* TBA (Tentatively in December)

:round_pushpin: Early Round Interview Cities: Kolkata, Chennai, Delhi, Mumbai

Join the discussion to stay updated on IFMR GSB MBA Admissions 2026–28 — including details on eligibility, fees, placements, and interview experiences. Connect with fellow aspirants, current students, and alumni to get authentic insights, clear your doubts, and make informed decisions about pursuing your MBA at IFMR GSB, Krea University.

Let’s help each other prepare better and make informed choices about your MBA journey at IFMR GSB, Krea University!

What to expect from MBA @ IFMR GSB? Here’s everything you need to know coming directly from the dean

Dean Interview Video

The Accidental Academic- Prof. Lakshmi Kumar Dean IFMR
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For more information, visit college page: HERE

To know more about IFMR visit -IFMR GSB | Premier Business Schools in India for MBA, PhD Program

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when the admission notification will be out to apply ?

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Admissions forms coming out soon!

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We, the Admissions Committee at IFMR Graduate School of Business at Krea University welcome all MBA aspirants at the official thread “IFMR Admissions 2019-21” on PagalGuy. If you have any query regarding admissions, application procedure or college related questions will be addressed on our official thread. Friends, feel free to ask your doubts/ queries related to admission here. Our Admissions committee will guide you.

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IFMR's MBA program helps provide excellent management education offering 22 core and almost 55 elective courses in various disciplines. The various specializations offered at IFMR are: Finance: It provides an in-depth learning of the foundations of finance and then building on the perspective of the financial industries today preparing students to work as Analysts, Consultants and industry professionals. IT & Operations: Helps to familarize the students with the ways and methods associated with the subjects. The program also offers guidance on the usage of the real world tools to work with making it as realistic as possible. Human Resources: The specialization prepares students to find and successfully capitalize attractive opportunities in the corporate and banking sectors along with the other sectors. Marketing: Marketing specialization prepares the students for a career in the industry and with the markets by reinforced learning of the necessary skills and methods to excel in them. Quantitative Finance: The Quantitative Finance specialization prepares students for a career in Investment Banking, securities trading, modeling, risk management and applied research. Data Sciences: The specialization helps to create efficient analysts which are able to use the tools and programming skills taught to analyze and predict things which are hidden and obscured in the form of raw data.

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IFMR accepts CAT/XAT/CMAT/GMAT/GRE exam scores. 

Shortlisted candidates will have to go through two rounds: written ability test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI).

For more details, click on:

https://www.pagalguy.com/colleges/institute-for-financial-management-research-ifmr-chennai

Admissions Forms Out soon!! Stay Tuned!!

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Admission forms out soon!! Stay Tuned for further Updates!!

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IFMR GSB is inviting application forms for MBA 2019-2021

Admission forms out!! 

Apply now: https://forms.ifmr.ac.in/

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Admission forms out!! Apply now: https://forms.ifmr.ac.in/

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What is the minimum graduation percentage for the eligibility?

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what is the difference between general round and early round? and what were the cutoffs last year for cat,xat and cmat??


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IFMR GSB wishes you All the best for CAT 2018!!

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Admission forms out!! Apply now: https://forms.ifmr.ac.in/

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Hi, what is the cut off for cmat 2019

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With nearly a half century record of contributing to the expansion and enrichment of knowledge base in the financial services industry behind it, the Institute for Financial Management and Research (IFMR) is embarking on a new phase now. KREA University is promoted by IFMR Society. IFMR Business School will, henceforth, be known as ‘IFMR Graduate School of Business at KREA University’. This new brand identity signals IFMR’s continued commitment to Finance and BFSI sectors, strengthened further by the foundation of the liberal arts curriculum of the KREA University. Students joining the programme can expect an exciting, challenging, stimulating and invigorating two years on campus. The two-year Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) will be awarded by KREA University.

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What is the required cutoff

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Hi, will I be able to apply for general round even if I am opting for EDR...and for that do I need to fill two separate application form

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What is the last date to apply for EDR and I have 2.5 years of work experience should I apply EDR or General...please advise

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IFMR GSB Congratulates Tamanna Dua for making it to HSBC SIP!!

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Hello Folks,

IFMR Chennai, is now IFMR Graduate School of Business at KREA University. IFMR GSB offers a two-year post-graduate Masters in Business Administration (MBA) degree under the auspices of the KREA University. IFMR-GSB has opened application process for 2019-21.

IFMR follows unique admission process with its Early Decision Round (EDR) and General Round. Last date to apply for EDR is January 31, 2019 and the same for General round, it is February 15, 2019.

So friends, don’t miss the chance! Grab the opportunity, Apply fast…

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