FT Masters in Management Rankings 2026: IIM Bangalore at 21, 14 Indian B-Schools in Top 100
Published 8 Sept 20267 min read48 Views
The Financial Times (FT) Masters in Management (MiM) 2026 rankings have placed 14 Indian business schools among the world's top 100, with seven Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) making the list. IIM Bangalore is the highest-ranked Indian institution at 21st globally, entering the world's top 25. The FT published the 2026 Masters in Management ranking on September 7, 2026. The official ranking covers 100 business schools globally. SP Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR) is the second-highest Indian institution at 26th, followed by IIM Ahmedabad at 27th. XLRI Xavier School of Management ranks 33rd, while IIM Calcutta is placed 39th.
IIM Bangalore Leads Indian B-Schools in FT MiM 2026
IIM Bangalore has retained its position as the highest-ranked Indian business school in the FT Masters in Management 2026 ranking. The institute's rank has improved from 41st in 2024 to 28th in 2025 and 21st in 2026, representing a seven-place rise over the previous edition. IIM Bangalore is the only Indian institution in the global top 25 this year.
FT Masters in Management 2026: 14 Indian B-Schools in Top 100
The complete list of Indian institutions in the FT MiM 2026 global top 100 is:
| Global Rank | Indian B-School |
|---|---|
| 21 | IIM Bangalore |
| 26 | SPJIMR |
| 27 | IIM Ahmedabad |
| 33 | XLRI — Xavier School of Management |
| 39 | IIM Calcutta |
| 54 | IIM Kozhikode |
| 62 | IIM Indore |
| 67 | MDI Gurgaon |
| 72 | IIM Lucknow |
| 73 | NMIMS Mumbai |
| 83 | IIM Udaipur |
| 86 | IMT Ghaziabad |
| 90 | IMI Delhi |
| 98 | TA Pai Management Institute (TAPMI) |
The FT's official table confirms all 14 Indian institutions and their respective positions. Five Indian B-schools — IIM Bangalore, SPJIMR, IIM Ahmedabad, XLRI and IIM Calcutta — have secured positions in the global top 50.
XLRI Records Biggest Jump Among Leading Indian B-Schools
XLRI has recorded one of the most significant improvements among Indian institutions in the 2026 ranking. The institute moved from 58th in 2025 to 33rd in 2026, gaining 25 places. IIM Kozhikode also climbed from 69th to 54th, while IIM Indore improved from 85th to 62nd. SPJIMR moved nine places from 35th to 26th, while IIM Ahmedabad improved from 34th to 27th. IIM Calcutta moved from 41st to 39th.
IIM Bangalore FT MiM Rank: 2024 to 2026
| FT MiM Edition | IIM Bangalore Global Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 41 |
| 2025 | 28 |
| 2026 | 21 |
The latest ranking represents a seven-place improvement over 2025 and a 20-place improvement compared with the 2024 edition.
Global Top Three in FT Masters in Management 2026
The University of St Gallen in Switzerland has retained the first position globally.
The global top three are:
| Rank | Institution | Country |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of St Gallen | Switzerland |
| 2 | Nova School of Business and Economics | Portugal |
| 3 | Shanghai Jiao Tong University: Antai | China |
The FT's official ranking confirms the top three positions.
How Is the FT Masters in Management Ranking Calculated?
The FT Masters in Management ranking evaluates programmes using 19 criteria, covering areas such as salary, salary growth, career progression, careers services, value for money, alumni networks, diversity, international exposure and ESG-related teaching. Alumni responses account for 56% of the overall ranking, while information supplied by participating business schools accounts for the remaining 44%. The methodology therefore places substantial emphasis on graduates' career and salary outcomes, alongside institutional and programme-level indicators.
Three Indian B-Schools Enter FT's 2026 Ranking
Three institutions appearing in the 2026 top 100 were not listed among the 2025 top 100: NMIMS Mumbai, IMT Ghaziabad and TAPMI. Meanwhile, IIM Lucknow moved down from 57th in 2025 to 72nd in 2026. The results show that India's representation has expanded beyond the traditional IIM-heavy group, with 14 institutions now appearing in the FT's global top 100.
How to Check the FT MiM 2026 Ranking?
Candidates can access the complete ranking through the official Financial Times rankings portal.
- Visit the FT Masters in Management 2026 ranking page.
- Search for a business school by name.
- Use the available ranking and country filters.
- Open an individual institution's listing to review its available ranking information and indicators.
- Check the official FT Masters in Management 2026 ranking
What Does the FT MiM Ranking Mean for Management Aspirants?
The FT ranking can be used as one source when comparing management programmes, particularly for students interested in career outcomes, international exposure and alumni performance. However, candidates should not select a programme based solely on its FT position. They should also compare programme structure, fees, admission requirements, placement outcomes, location, curriculum, specialisations and career goals. Admission requirements also vary between institutions. Candidates should check the respective institute's official admission portal for the applicable entrance examination and eligibility criteria.