IIM Calcutta: Ranking, Course, Fees, Admission & Placements

IIM Calcutta is the first Indian Institute of Management established in 1961 in the city of joy, Kolkata. IIM Calcutta is one of the finest of all IIMs and has been ranked 3rd among the top management institutes in the country. Today stands as an autonomous institute, IIM Calcutta has also been recognised as the institute of national importance by the Indian government in 2017. The institute has received the most thorough business and management programmes accreditation by EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development), AACSB (Association to advanced collegiate schools of business), AMBAA (Association of MBAs Accreditation), and CEMS. 

IIM Calcutta offers the flagship course of the MBA, which is a two-year residential programme. A candidate must be a graduate with a minimum of 50% marks in Bachelor’s and scores obtained in the aptitude test- CAT. IIM Calcutta also offers MBAEX (Executive Programme), PGPEX VLM (Post Graduate program for executives for visionary leadership in manufacturing), PGDBA (Postgraduate diploma in business administration), and doctoral programs. 

The placement statistics of 2023 for its MBA programme say that the highest domestic package closed at INR 1.15 Cr, and the highest International CTC came out to be 94.82 LPA. The average salary came down to INR 35.07 LPA. The top recruiters were Google, Accenture, EY, JSW, Loreal, McKinsey & Co., BCG, Deloitte, and Bain & Company.

IIM Calcutta Highlights 2023

IIM Calcutta Rankings 2023

• IIM Calcutta, a premier management institute, has been ranked 3rd among the top management institutes in India by NIRF 2023
• According to QS World Ranking 2023, IIM Calcutta ranks 68th among the top MBA schools in the world
• IIM Calcutta ranked 76th according to the FT Global Ranking 2023

IIM Calcutta Courses & Fees

IIM Calcutta offers a collection of courses in the field of business and management. The institute offers its flagship MBA course, a full-time 2-year programme. IIM Calcutta also offers MBAEX (Executive Programme), PGPEX VLM (Post Graduate program for executives for visionary leadership in manufacturing), PGDBA (Postgraduate diploma in business administration), and doctoral programs. 

IIM Calcutta MBA Admission

The MBA Program is a two-year full-time postgraduate degree program consisting of core courses, a mandatory summer internship, and optional electives in various business areas. The first year covers fundamental business topics, while the second year offers specialization options, including the opportunity for term papers supervised by faculty.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Minimum 50% marks in Bachelor's Degree from a recognized institution (45% for SC, ST, PwD).
• Grades/CGPA should be converted to percentage as per college/institution norms.
• Integrated masters/dual degree holders considered.
• Aggregate percentage considered for integrated masters/dual degree applicants.
• Recent graduates (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, or expected 2024) without marks or CGPA can apply with an institution certificate.

Selection Procedure:

• Stage I - CAT Score: Candidates will be shortlisted based on CAT 2023 score.
• Stage II - PI and WAT: Shortlisted candidates from Stage I will undergo Personal Interview (PI) and Writing Ability Test (WAT) based on a composite score considering CAT score, Class 10 and Class 12 marks, and gender diversity factor.
• Stage III - Final Selection: Final selection will be based on a composite score, using the parameters outlined in Table below, and will be used to create category-wise merit lists.

IIM Calcutta MBAEX Admission

IIM Calcutta offers a One-Year Full-Time Residential MBA for Executives program designed for experienced professionals with over five years of experience. Notably, IIM Calcutta holds the rare distinction of being accredited by all three major global management education accreditation agencies: AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, a recognition shared by only a handful of business schools worldwide.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline (minimum 10+2+3 years of formal education)
• Minimum of 5 years of full-time post-qualification managerial or professional experience as of March 31, 2024
• Valid GMAT score (taken within the last 36 months from the application date)

Selection Procedure:

Assessment of the candidates is based on-

• Academic background
• Professional experience
• GMAT score
• Personal interviews
• Statement of purpose &
• Recommendation

IIM Calcutta PGPEX-VLM Admission

PGPEX-VLM is a unique one-year full-time residential program jointly conducted by three premier institutes in India— IIM Calcutta, IIT Kanpur, and IIT Madras. It equips participants with advanced management skills and technological knowledge to meet the challenges of modern businesses focusing on the "Triple Bottom Line" in the era of the neo-industrial revolution. This program has a strong manufacturing focus and was designed in consultation with industry experts, CII, JICA, and government authorities.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Students must possess a first-class graduate or post-graduate degree in any discipline of engineering from leading engineering colleges/institutions.
• Minimum 4½ (four and a half) to maximum 10 (ten) years of full-time post-qualification work experience.
• Written test.
• Personal interview.
• GMAT score is optional.

IIM Calcutta PGDBA Admission

The PGDBA program, offered jointly by IIM Calcutta, IIT Kharagpur, and ISI, is a two-year, full-time residential diploma designed to create employable business analytics professionals. This program is ideal for those with an analytical mindset and a passion for problem-solving. Key features include instruction by esteemed faculty, hands-on analytics training, industry interaction, and joint placement opportunities across all three institutions.

Eligibility Criteria:

• 10+2+4: Minimum 60% marks, CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale, or equivalent in BS/B Tech/BE or equivalent level.
• 10+2+5: Minimum 60% marks, CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale, or equivalent in Integrated Masters/B(ARCH)/MBBS or equivalent level.
• 10+2+3+2: Minimum 60% marks, CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale, or equivalent in Masters Level.
• For SC/ST and PWD candidates: Minimum 55% marks, CGPA 6.0 on a 10-point scale, or equivalent.

IIM Calcutta Placements 2023

With a successful placement season of 2023, IIM Calcutta closed its highest package for the year at 1.15 CR per annum. The average CTC went to 35.07 LPA. The institute offered roles in various domains such as consulting, Finance, Product & Analytics, General Management, Sales & Marketing, and Strategy & Ops. The top recruiters were Google, Accenture, EY, JSW, Loreal, Mckinsey & Co., BCG, Deloitte, Bain & Company.