IIM Bangalore Ranks 21st Globally in FT MiM 2026; 14 Indian Institutes Feature

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IIM Bangalore has been ranked 21st globally in the prestigious Financial Times Masters in Management (FT MiM) 2026 ranking, released on September 7, 2026. This significant achievement positions IIM Bangalore as the top Indian institute in the global assessment of full-time Masters in Management programs.

The institute’s climb of seven places from its 28th rank in 2025 and 41st in 2024 underscores a consistent upward trajectory, reflecting enhanced program quality and alumni success. A total of 14 Indian institutions have made it to the list of 100 ranked schools, highlighting India’s growing prominence in global management education.

FT Masters in Management 2026: IIM Bangalore’s Performance

IIM Bangalore’s 21st global rank in the FT Masters in Management 2026 represents a notable improvement, solidifying its position as a leading management education provider. The institute has consistently improved its standing, moving from 41st in 2024 to 28th in 2025, and now to 21st in the latest rankings. This consistent progress is a testament to its academic rigor, career progression opportunities for graduates, and overall program value, as assessed by the Financial Times.

FT Masters in Management 2026: Top Global Institutes

The University of St Gallen in Switzerland has once again claimed the top spot in the FT Masters in Management 2026 ranking, marking its second consecutive year and third overall consecutive year at number one. The top 10 positions are as follows:

Rank in 2026	Business school	Location by primary campus	Rank in 2025	International students
1	University of St Gallen	Switzerland	1	97%
2	Nova School of Business and Economics	Portugal	4	93%
3	Shanghai Jiao Tong University: Antai	China	6	29%
4	Insead	France	3	87%
5	HEC Paris	France	2	49%
6	ESCP Business School	France	7	98%
6	Vlerick Business School	Belgium	14	50%
8	IESE Business School	Spain	16	76%
9	Stockholm School of Economics	Sweden	9	69%
10	Rabat Business School – International University of Rabat	Morocco	20	36%

FT Masters in Management 2026: Other Indian Institutions in the Top 100

FT Masters in Management 2026 features 14 Indian institutions in the top 100, highlighting India’s strong and growing presence in global management education.

Indian Institution	FT Masters in Management 2026 Global Rank
SPJIMR	26
IIM Ahmedabad	27
XLRI — Xavier School of Management	33
IIM Calcutta	39
IIM Kozhikode	54
IIM Indore	62
Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon	67
IIM Lucknow	72
NMIMS Mumbai	73
IIM Udaipur	83
Institute of Management Technology (IMT), Ghaziabad	86
IMI Delhi	90
TA Pai Management Institute (TAPMI)	98

Ft Masters in Management 2026: Ranking Methodology

The Financial Times Masters in Management 2026 ranking evaluated 100 English-taught Masters in Management programs globally. The assessment relies on a complete methodology that combines data submitted by business schools and responses from alumni who graduated in 2023. Alumni responses are a crucial component, accounting for 56% of the overall ranking score, while school data contributes the remaining 44%.

The ranking considers 19 distinct criteria to provide a all-around evaluation of the programs. Key factors include graduate salaries, salary growth, career progression, and value for money. Also, the ranking assesses international exposure, diversity within the student body and faculty, and the institution’s commitment to sustainability. The average salary three years after graduation carries the largest individual weight at 15%, with salary increase contributing 9% to the overall score, emphasizing the career outcomes for graduates.

Written by Nishit Kumar

Nishit Kumar is a senior EdTech industry leader with over a decade of experience in building and scaling education platforms, shaping their product, content, and growth strategy. At FindMyCollege, Nishit oversees content and editorial strategy, guiding topic selection and content frameworks to ensure accuracy, relevance, and student-first value across the website.

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