IIFT PGDM (IB) 2027 admission opens: apply by November 30, exam on December 13

The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) has announced the opening of admissions for its Post Graduate Diploma in Management in International Business (PGDM-IB) program for the 2027 batch. This program is specifically designed for working professionals in management roles seeking to enhance their skills in international business without interrupting their careers. The application window is currently open, with a deadline set for November 30, 2026.

The PGDM-IB program is offered at both the IIFT Delhi and Kolkata campuses, with classes conducted on weekends. The selection process for this flagship offering includes an entrance examination and a personal interview, both scheduled for December 13, 2026.

Application Process and Eligibility Criteria

Prospective candidates for the IIFT PGDM-IB 2027 batch can apply online through the official portal, iift.ac.in. The dedicated application portal is live at docs.iift.ac.in/pilotweb/pgdmib2026. The application process requires candidates to register using a valid email ID and mobile number, followed by carefully filling in personal, academic, and professional details. Scanned copies of necessary documents, including marksheets, a work experience letter, and a photograph, must be uploaded. The application fee is payable through the online payment gateway.

Eligibility for the program mandates candidates to hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Also, applicants must possess a minimum of three years of full-time labor experience acquired after graduation, specifically in a managerial or executive role. Candidates should also hold a current position of professional responsibility. Applicants must select their preferred campus, either Delhi or Kolkata, during the application stage.

Selection Procedure and Program Structure

The selection process for the PGDM-IB program is multi-staged, beginning with an eligibility verification. This is followed by a written entrance test, a group discussion or extempore round, and a personal interview. The entrance examination and personal interview are scheduled to take place on the same day, December 13, 2026. Admit card release and reporting instructions will be made available on iift.ac.in prior to the examination date. Successful applicants will receive a final merit list and admission offer.

The PGDM (IB) is a weekend program spanning two years and six months. Classes are held in person at the respective IIFT campuses, located at Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi, and Madurdaha, Chowbagha Road, Kolkata. IIFT operates as a Deemed-to-be University under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, and its PGDM (IB) is noted as one of the few weekend programs available at a top-ranked trade institute.

Important Dates for PGDM (Ib) 2027 Admissions

The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) has set key dates for its Post Graduate Diploma in Management in International Business (PGDM-IB) 2027 admissions cycle. Prospective candidates must submit their online applications by November 30, 2026. This deadline is crucial for all applicants seeking admission to the program at either the Delhi or Kolkata campuses.

Following the application deadline, the selection process will include an entrance examination and a personal interview, both scheduled for December 13, 2026. Candidates are advised to block this date for these essential components of the admission process. Further details regarding admit card release and reporting instructions will be made available on the official IIFT website, iift.ac.in, prior to the examination date.

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Written by Nishit Kumar

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