IIM Calcutta, established in 1961, is the oldest and one of the most prestigious management institutes in India. With a sprawling 135-acre residential campus in Joka near Kolkata, it stands out for its world-class academics, rich research culture, and outstanding leadership development programs. The institute blends tradition and modernity in both infrastructure and pedagogy, offering an inspiring learning environment surrounded by seven serene lakes and verdant greenery.
Renowned globally, IIM Calcutta consistently ranks among the top B-schools in India and Asia, attracting talented students and distinguished faculty worldwide. The institute emphasizes academic rigor, case-based pedagogy, experiential learning, and entrepreneurship, supported by extensive industry linkages and cutting-edge research centers.
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Auditorium | World-class 750-seater, fully air-conditioned with state-of-the-art audio-visual systems. |
| Library | B.C. Roy Memorial Library with over 160,000 volumes, subscriptions to 500+ journals and 40,000+ e-journals; fully computerized. |
| Computing Facilities | Over 1,000 PCs, 4 digital Alpha servers, IBM RS-6000 server, high-speed internet with Wi-Fi campus-wide. |
| Hostels | Separate male, female, and co-educational hostels with modern amenities including common rooms, sports courts, 24x7 internet. |
| Sports Facilities | Football, cricket, basketball, tennis, badminton courts, swimming pool, gymnasium, and indoor games like snooker, table tennis. |
| Cafeteria | Multiple cafeterias and cafes offering hygienic and diverse food options. |
| Medical Facilities | On-site medical center providing healthcare and emergency services. |
| Other Facilities | Post office, ATM booths, auditorium for seminars and cultural events, management center, music and dance rooms. |
| Event | Tentative Dates |
|---|---|
| CAT 2025 Registration Opens | August 1, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Registration Closes | September 13, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Admit Card Release | November 5, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Exam Dates | November 30, 2025 |
| CAT 2025 Result Declaration | December 21, 2025 (Tentative) |
| Shortlist for Personal Interview (PI) and Written Ability Test (WAT) | January 9, 2026 |
| WAT & PI Rounds Begin | February 2026 |
| Final Admission Offers Released | May 1, 2026 |
| Academic Session Commences | July 2026 |
| Program | Event | Dates (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|
| PGPEX-VLM | Application opens | September 3, 2024 |
| Application closes | November 15, 2024 | |
| Written test | December 1, 2024 | |
| Personal interview | December 22, 2024 | |
| Admission | December 31, 2024 | |
| PGDBA | Application opens | January 5, 2025 |
| Application closes | February 10, 2025 | |
| CBT Exam | March 17, 2025 | |
| Result Publication | April 3-4, 2025 | |
| Personal Interview | April 27-28, 2025 | |
| Final Merit List | May 14, 2025 |
| Program | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) | 2 years (Full-time) | Flagship MBA equivalent program offering broad-based general management education with multiple specializations and electives. |
| Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics (PGDBA) | 2 years (Full-time) | Joint program with ISI Kolkata and IIT Kharagpur focusing on data science, quantitative methods, and analytics. |
| Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) | 3-5 years | Doctoral research degree for academic and industry research careers. |
| Executive PGDM | 18-24 months | For working executives to upgrade leadership and management skills. |
| Management Development Programs (MDPs) | Short-term | Certificate programs focusing on specialized management skills and executive education. |
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Students in their last year may apply; a bachelor's degree with at least 50% of the possible points is required. |
| Entrance Exam | CAT (main), GMAT (for select international candidates, especially FPM applicants). |
| Shortlisting | Based on CAT percentiles, academic profile, work experience, and diversity factors. |
| Selection | Written Ability Test (WAT), Personal Interview (PI), and Group Discussion (GD). |
| Final Offer | Merit list prepared combining CAT score, WAT, PI, GD, academics, work experience, and diversity criteria. |
| Fee Component | Amount (₹) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | 23,00,000 | Covers academics and campus services over two years |
| Hostel + Mess Fees | Approx. 2,40,000 | Mandatory residential charges |
| Caution Deposit (Refundable) | 25,000 | Refundable security deposit |
| Other Charges | Approx. 40,000 | Includes library, alumni fees, medical, extracurricular activities |
| Placement Aspect | Data |
|---|---|
| Highest Package | ₹83 Lakh |
| Average Package | ₹29.88 Lakh |
| Median Package | ₹29 Lakh |
| Total Recruiters | 180+ |
| Key Recruiters | Important recruiters include Google, Goldman Sachs, Amazon, J.P. Morgan, Deloitte, Tata Group, BCG, Bain, and McKinsey. |
| Sector Distribution | Consulting,Finance, IT, FMCG, Manufacturing, Analytics, General Management |
