IIM Calcutta MBAEx 2027 Round 2 applications open; apply by December 1

IIM Calcutta has opened the second round of applications for its Post Graduate Programme for Executives (MBAEx/PGPEX) for the 2027 batch. The application window for Round 2 commenced on October 13, 2026, and will close on December 1, 2026. This one-year full-time residential MBA program is designed for executives with a minimum of five years of professional experience.

The program, which has been in operation since 2006, is structured to meet the criteria for an MBA as per global accreditation organizations. The 2027 batch is scheduled to begin on October 15, 2026, at the IIM Calcutta Joka campus in Kolkata.

Mbaex Program Overview and Eligibility

The MBAEx program at IIM Calcutta is a complete Master of Business Administration degree. It is specifically tailored for professionals who have accumulated at least five years of work experience. The institute accepts only GMAT scores for admission to the MBAEx program, with the GMAT program code being 9CP-HT-99. Online GMAT scores will not be accepted for the 21st Batch (2027-28) admissions.

IIM Calcutta holds the ‘Triple Crown’ accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, and is a member of the CEMs fraternity, the Global Alliance in Management Education. The program consistently features in global rankings, competing in the one-year MBA section of publications such as the Financial Times (FT), where it was ranked #53 globally by FT 2026.

Application and Interview Schedule for Round 2

The application process for the MBAEx Programme is conducted in two rounds. For Round 2, candidates must submit their duly completed application forms by December 1, 2026. Following the application deadline, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

Interviews for Round 2 are scheduled for December 19 and 20, 2026. These interviews will be conducted at various venues including Bangalore, Kolkata, Mumbai, and NCR, with an online option available exclusively for overseas candidates. The announcement of results for Round 2 applicants is slated for January 11, 2027.

Program Fees and Class Profile

The total fee for the MBAEx program for the 2025–26 academic year was ₹33,50,000. This comprehensive fee includes accommodation and airfare for the international immersion component of the program. The fee structure involves multiple installments, with the first installment of ₹2 lakh due upon acceptance, followed by a second installment of ₹10 lakh and a security deposit of ₹60,000 by March 15. Subsequent installments include ₹10 lakh by July 21 and ₹9 lakh by November 24.

The Class of 2026 comprised 90 students, with an average GMAT score of 696 and an average work experience of 7.8 years. Within this class, 47% of students had 5–7 years of experience, 36% had 7–10 years, and 18% had over 10 years of professional experience. The Class of 2025 achieved an average Cost to Company (CTC) of ₹35 LPA.

Certificate Status and Ongoing Deliberations

IIM Calcutta is currently engaged in discussions with the Ministry of Education (MoE) and other Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) regarding the certificate status of its Post Graduate Programme for Executives (MBAEx). The final status of the certificate, specifically whether it will be a Degree or a Diploma, is contingent on the outcome of these ongoing deliberations, according to IIM Calcutta’s official program information.

Despite these discussions, the MBAEx program fulfills the criteria to be considered an MBA as per global accreditation organizations. The program has been continuously operating since 2006, with its integrated course package developed and updated annually. IIM Calcutta holds ‘Triple Crown’ accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, and is a member of the CEMs fraternity, the Global Alliance in Management Education.

Written by Nishit Kumar

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