Question 1

What is the highest package in IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

The highest international package at IIFT stood at INR 85.40 LPA and the highest domestic package at INR 76.5 LPA.

Question 2

Is IIFT Delhi better than IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

There is no difference between IIFT Delhi and IIFT Kolkata in terms of admission. Also, the placement is common for both. The campus of IIFT Kolkata is better than the IIFT Delhi campus.

Question 3

How is IIFT Kolkata for MBA?

Accepted Answer

IIFT Kolkata has an amazing campus, great faculty, and excellent placements. IIFT has achieved 100% placements in summer internships with an average stipend of INR 1.5 Lakhs.

Question 4

Is IIFT better than IIMs?

Accepted Answer

Both IIFT and IIM are top management institutes are are really good in terms of faculty, placement and curriculum. But IIFT is a better choice if considering an institute for International Business.

Question 5

What is the cutoff for MBA at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

The IIFT cut-off usually ranges between 35-40 marks for the General category. However, the cut-offs can be different for 2024 admissions as the CAT 2023 score will be considered.

Question 6

What is the fees of IIFT Kolkata MBA?

Accepted Answer

The total fees charged to the MBA (IB) students by IIFT Kolkata is INR 20.97 Lakhs, which covers the Tuition, Library, Medical Insurance, Hostel charges for double occupancy, Boarding charges, Student activity and Alumni Charges.

Question 7

Does IIFT Kolkata have hostel facilities?

Accepted Answer

Yes IIFT do offer hostel facilities and it is mandatory for the MBA (IB) students to stay at the campus hostel.

Question 8

Does IIFT Kolkata accept CAT exam?

Accepted Answer

Yes, IIFT Kolkata has started accepting CAT exam from the academic year 2024-26. Before IIFT admissions were based on the IIFT entrance exams only.

Question 9

How many seats are there at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

There are around 400 seats for the MBA (IB) program at IIFT and at IIFT Kolkata takes around 140 students.

Question 10

What is the package of IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

During the 2023 placement drive, the highest package stood at INR 85.4 LPA and the average package stood at INR 29.1 LPA.

Question 11

Is IIFT 2024 cancelled?

Accepted Answer

The IIFT 2024 exam has been cancelled, and now, admission will be offered based on CAT 2023 scores. This decision was announced on August 10, 2023.

Question 12

What is IIFT famous for?

Accepted Answer

IIFT is known for its 50 years of heritage and is famous for its MBA degree in International Business, which is offered by very few top management institutes.

Question 13

Is it compulsory to stay at the IIFT Kolkata hostel?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The MBA (IB) course offered by IIFT Kolkata is

Question 14

Who is eligible for the IIFT Kolkata MBA?

Accepted Answer

Anyone who has a Bachelors degree with 50% aggregate in any discipline is eligible to apply for the IIFT Kolkata MBA program. Even the candidates who are in their final year of graduation are also eligible.

Question 15

Can a fresher apply at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

Yes, freshers can apply to the IIFT Kolkata MBA (IB) program. The work experience is not mandatory but can add benefits during the final selection.

Question 16

Do we have to apply separately for IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

No. There is a common application for all the IIFT campuses. The campus is allotted to the candidates based on their final rank. If the rank is under the top 160, then the applicants will get the Delhi campus and the rest will get the Kolkata campus.

Question 17

Is work experience necessary for IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

No, work experience is not mandatory to apply for the MBA (IB) program at IIFT Kolkata, but it will definitely be beneficial during the final selection process.

Question 18

How many students apply to IIFT every year?

Accepted Answer

During the 2023 admissions, around 19958 students applied to IIFT for the MBA (IB) program in the general category.

Question 19

Which companies visit IIFT Kolkata for placements?

Accepted Answer

Some of the top companies that visited IIFT Kolkata during the 2023 placement drive include Adani Group, Cargill, Diageo, Client Associates, Edelweiss, etc.

Question 20

Does IIFT have international placements?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the IIFT students do get international offers. During the 2023 placement drive, the students received 17 international offers and the highest international package stood at INR 85.40 LPA

Question 21

What is the age eligibility of IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

The is no age limit to apply for the programs at IIFT Kolkata.

Question 22

Where do IIFT students get placed?

Accepted Answer

IIFT students get placed in all sectors like BFSI, IT, FMCG/ FMCD/ Retail, E-Commerce & Telecom, Transportation/ Logistics, Pharmaceutical/ Healthcare, etc. The most recruited sector of IIFT is BFSI and Professional Services.

Question 23

What is the average package at IIFT?

Accepted Answer

During the 2023 placement drive at IIFT Kolkata, the average package stood at INR 29.1 LPA.Ques. How many acres is IIFT Kolkata? The IIFT Kolkata is spread over 7 acres in the Madurdaha area.Ques. Does IIFT Kolkata conduct any interviews for admission? Yes, IIFT Kolkata conduct interviews for the shortlisted candidates, which will be held in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata and MumbaiQues. Is GMAT compulsory for IIFT? GMAT is compulsory only for Foreign Nationals/ NRIs applying to the MBA (IB) program at IIFT Kolkata. The Indian citizens will only require CAT score to apply at IIFT.Ques. What is the admission process for MBA at IIFT Kolkata? The MBA (IB) admission process at IIFT Kolkata includes the shortlisting of candidates based on their application and CAT scores, followed by a Group discussion and a Personal Interview.Ques. Is CAT exam compulsory, for the Weekend MBA (IB) program admission at IIFT Kolkata? No. CAT scores are not required for admission into the weekend MBA (IB) program at IIFT Kolkata. The admission process includes Group Discussion, Essay Writing and a Personal Interview.Ques. Who can apply for the Weekend MBA (IB) program at IIFT Kolkata? Those who have a bachelors degree with 50% aggregate and 3 years of work experience can apply to the MBA (IB) program at IIFT Kolkata.Ques. How is the library at IIFT Kolkata? The library at the Kolkata Campus is presently equipped with a collection of around 5000 books, 90+ printed national & international journals, and 5000 national & international journals (including e-journals) in the field of International Business Management and related areas. The library also provides access to over 200+ full-text e-journals on economics, and databases like Economist Intelligence Unit, CMIE Prowess, Industry Outlook, and EPWRF India Time Series.Ques. What is the PhD admission process at IIFT Kolkata? The PhD admission at IIFT Delhi is based on a Written Exam conducted by IIFT, followed by a Personal Interview. The UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates will be exempted for the Written Examination.Ques. What is the PhD fees at IIFT Kolkata? IIFT Kolkata does not charge any fees to full-time PhD candidates, but around INR 5.75 Lakhs is charged by the part-time PhD candidates.Ques. What is the eligibility to apply for the PhD program at IIFT Kolkata? The candidates who have a Masters degree with 55% marks or a 4-year Bachelors degree with 75% marks are eligible to apply for the PhD program at IIFT Kolkata.Ques. How many seats are available for PhD at IIFT Kolkata? There are 19 seats available for PhD at IIFT Kolkata, whereas at IIFT Delhi, there are 20 seats.Ques. Does IIFT Kolkata offer fellowship to its PhD students? Yes, IIFT Kolkata do offer an amount of INR 15,000 per month in the form of a fellowship, to selected candidates only.Ques. What is the duration of the PhD program at IIFT Kolkata? The PhD program at IIFT Kolkata is of 3 to 6 years duration. The students can extend it for 2 more years with the process of re-registration as per the academic rules.Ques. What are the courses offered by IIFT Kolkata? IIFT Kolkata offers a full-time MBA (IB), Weekend MBA (IB), Executive MBA, and a PhD program.Ques. What is the duration of the Weekend MBA (IB) program at IIFT Kolkata? The IIFT Kolkata Weekend MBA (IB) program is a 3-year duration.

Question 24

How many acres is IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

The IIFT Kolkata is spread over 7 acres in the Madurdaha area.

Question 25

Does IIFT Kolkata conduct any interviews for admission?

Accepted Answer

Yes, IIFT Kolkata conduct interviews for the shortlisted candidates, which will be held in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai

Question 26

What is the admission process for MBA at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

The MBA (IB) admission process at IIFT Kolkata includes the shortlisting of candidates based on their application and CAT scores, followed by a Group discussion and a Personal Interview.

Question 27

Is CAT exam compulsory, for the Weekend MBA (IB) program admission at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

No. CAT scores are not required for admission into the weekend MBA (IB) program at IIFT Kolkata. The admission process includes Group Discussion, Essay Writing and a Personal Interview.

Question 28

Who can apply for the Weekend MBA (IB) program at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

Those who have a bachelors degree with 50% aggregate and 3 years of work experience can apply to the MBA (IB) program at IIFT Kolkata.

Question 29

How is the library at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

The library at the Kolkata Campus is presently equipped with a collection of around 5000 books, 90+ printed national & international journals, and 5000 national & international journals (including e-journals) in the field of International Business Management and related areas. The library also provides access to over 200+ full-text e-journals on economics, and databases like Economist Intelligence Unit, CMIE Prowess, Industry Outlook, and EPWRF India Time Series.

Question 30

What is the PhD admission process at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

The PhD admission at IIFT Delhi is based on a Written Exam conducted by IIFT, followed by a Personal Interview. The UGC NET-JRF qualified candidates will be exempted for the Written Examination.

Question 31

What is the PhD fees at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

IIFT Kolkata does not charge any fees to full-time PhD candidates, but around INR 5.75 Lakhs is charged by the part-time PhD candidates.

Question 32

What is the eligibility to apply for the PhD program at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

The candidates who have a Masters degree with 55% marks or a 4-year Bachelors degree with 75% marks are eligible to apply for the PhD program at IIFT Kolkata.

Question 33

How many seats are available for PhD at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

There are 19 seats available for PhD at IIFT Kolkata, whereas at IIFT Delhi, there are 20 seats.

Question 34

Does IIFT Kolkata offer fellowship to its PhD students?

Accepted Answer

Yes, IIFT Kolkata do offer an amount of INR 15,000 per month in the form of a fellowship, to selected candidates only.

Question 35

What is the duration of the PhD program at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

The PhD program at IIFT Kolkata is of 3 to 6 years duration. The students can extend it for 2 more years with the process of re-registration as per the academic rules.

Question 36

What are the courses offered by IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

IIFT Kolkata offers a full-time MBA (IB), Weekend MBA (IB), Executive MBA, and a PhD program.

Question 37

What is the duration of the Weekend MBA (IB) program at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

The IIFT Kolkata Weekend MBA (IB) program is a 3-year duration.

Question 38

What are the courses offered by IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

IIFT Kolkata offers MBA, MA, EPGD IB, and Ph.D. courses. It also offers some online and certificate programs.

Question 39

What is the IIFT cut-off?

Accepted Answer

IIFT cut off are the minimum marks required by a candidate to be eligible for the second round of the selection process. IIFT cut-offs are different every year based on the category of the students.

Question 40

Is it important to qualify for the IIFT Sectional Cut-Off?

Accepted Answer

yes. A candidate needs to qualify both the cut-offs- sectional and category wise to be eligible to appear for the PI rounds.

Question 41

What are the basic eligibility criteria for admission to MBA (IB) at IIFT Kolkata?

Accepted Answer

candidates must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks obtained.

Question 42

Is IIFT Cut Off different for all campuses?

Accepted Answer

The cut-off list for all three IIFT campuses i.e. IIFT Kakinada, IIFT Hyderabad, and IIFT Kolkata will be different. However, the admission process for MBA programs is the same for all campuses.

Question 43

Is the IIFT cut-off 2023 released?

Accepted Answer

IIFT 2023 cut-off will be released after the commencement of the entrance examination for the 2023 session. Candidates can estimate the expected cut-off for 2023 by looking at the previous year's cut-off list.

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