Welcome to the Official IIT Jodhpur SME MBA Admissions 2026–28 Discussion Group on PaGaLGuY!
Connect with MBA aspirants, current students, and alumni of the School of Management & Entrepreneurship (SME), IIT Jodhpur, and get answers to all your queries related to admissions, fees, placements, cut-offs, program structure, dual degree options, hostel life, and more.
About SME, IIT Jodhpur
The School of Management & Entrepreneurship (SME) at IIT Jodhpur is a technology-driven management school focused on developing leaders for Industry 4.0. It blends core management education with innovation, analytics, and technology.
SME offers MBA, MBA-Technology, MBA in FinTech & Cybersecurity, Executive Programs, Minor Programs, and PhD. With strong industry exposure, live projects, and international dual-degree options, SME is one of India’s fastest-growing B-schools and debuted in the NIRF 2025 Management Rankings within five years of inception.
Programs Offered (2026–28 MBA Batch)
MBA (Flagship Program)
Specialisations include:
- Marketing
- Technology Management
- Accounting & Finance
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship
- Human Capital Management
- Strategy
- Decision Sciences
MBA – Technology
- First year: Core management + tech foundation
- Second year: Advanced technology & innovation courses
PhD Programs
- PhD (Regular) – Management
- PhD (Part-Time / Online)
Admission Process for 2026–28
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% marks (55% for reserved categories).
- Final-year students may apply.
- A valid CAT 2025 score is mandatory for Indian applicants.
- International applicants may apply using:
- GRE ≥ 300, or
- GMAT ≥ 600
Application Dates
- Online applications open: 13th January 2026
- Last date to apply: 12th February 2026
- Interview schedule: Tentatively from 10th March 2026
Selection Stages
1. Initial Shortlisting:
Based on:
- CAT Overall Score
- Work Experience (full-time only)
- Gender Diversity indicators
2. Final Shortlisting:
- Personal Interview (online mode)
- Composite Score + PI Performance
Expected CAT 2026 Cut-Offs (Based on Previous Trends)
| Category | Expected Overall Percentile | Expected Sectional Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| General | ~85 percentile | ~60 |
| EWS | ~76.5 | ~54 |
| OBC-NCL | ~76.5 | ~54 |
| SC | ~56 | ~39 |
| ST | ~56 | ~39 |
| PwD | ~56 | ~39 |
These values are indicative and may vary depending on the number of applicants.
SME IIT Jodhpur Fee Structure (2026–28 Batch)
1. For Indian Students
- Tuition Fee: ₹2,25,000 per semester
- Additional charges:
- Semester fee
- One-time admission fee
- One-time convocation fee
- Refundable deposits
- Dining charges
- Miscellaneous charges
-
SC/ST/PwD students: Tuition fee waived (other charges applicable)
Total Intake (Indian Students): 80 seats
2. For International Students
- SAARC Students: 1.5× Indian tuition fee
- Non-SAARC Students: 2× Indian tuition fee
- Other fee components same as Indian students
Total Intake (International Students): 10 seats
SME IIT Jodhpur – Dual Degree Program
SME offers unique International Dual Degree opportunities with:
- SUNY Albany, USA
- Brandeis International Business School, USA
- George Washington University, USA
- Case Western Reserve University, USA
Students complete Year 1 at IITJ and Year 2 abroad, earning an International Dual Degree.
Currently, 10 students are pursuing their second year at partner institutions.
SME IIT Jodhpur – Placement Highlights (Batch 2023–25)
(as per official placement report)
- Highest CTC: ₹25.11 LPA
- Average CTC: ₹11.04 LPA
- Median CTC: ₹10.85 LPA
- Top 10% Average: ₹17.62 LPA
- Top 25% Average: ₹14.65 LPA
- Top 50% Average: ₹12.89 LPA
- PPOs Received: 5.35%
Top Recruiters
American Express, EY, Accenture, Cognizant, Royal Enfield, Deloitte, HCLTech, PolicyBazaar, Hyundai, Genpact, Sutherland, Michael Page, Cadila Pharmaceuticals, Ecom Express, and many more.
Campus Life at IIT Jodhpur (SME)
- Fully residential IIT campus
- Modern hostels and world-class infrastructure
- Tech innovation labs & incubation centres
- Active clubs: Consulting, Marketing, Operations, HR & Entrepreneurship Clubs
- Live projects, workshops, corporate lectures
- Sports complex, cultural fests & student-driven events
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Admissions Open For Batch 2026-28:
Why choose IIT Jodhpur SME?
- Why IIT Jodhpur – SME?
- Part of the IIT ecosystem, known for academic rigor and strong industry credibility
- Program anchored in India’s manufacturing and innovation priorities
- Strong emphasis on experiential learning, live projects, and industry exposure
- Faculty with backgrounds in engineering, management, policy, and research
- A rapidly growing School of Management & Entrepreneurship, aligned with national missions such as Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat
We encourage all applicants to actively engage, ask thoughtful questions, and use this platform responsibly to make an informed admission decision.
Welcome aboard—and all the best for your journey with IIT Jodhpur – SME