IIM Kozhikode Inaugurates New Kochi Campus at Kalamassery; Admissions Open for Flagship Programmes
The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIMK) has started using its new Kochi Campus. The opening ceremony was held on July 19, 2026. The campus is located in Kalamassery, near the Cochin University Metro Station. The new campus is called the Gurukula Urban Learning Centre. Prof. Debashis Chatterjee, the Director of IIMK, officially opened the campus. Shri Loknath Behera was the guest of honor at the function. He is the Managing Director of Kochi Metro Rail Ltd. This new center is part of IIMK's 30th anniversary year in 2026.
Programmes Offered at the New Kochi Campus
The new Kochi Campus will host two IIMK flagship programs right from the start. Both programs were previously held at the Infopark satellite center in Kakkanad. Now, they will be conducted at the new Kalamassery location.
| Programme | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Management Studies (BMS) | Four years | Full-time undergraduate |
| Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP) | Two years | MBA for working executives |
Location and Metro Connectivity
The Kalamassery site is next to the Cochin University Metro Station. It is directly connected to the Kochi metro rail network. Also, a national highway runs close to the campus. This makes it easy for working professionals and students to reach the campus daily.
IIMK Kochi Journey So Far
IIMK began its presence in Kochi in 2012 at Infopark, Kakkanad. This center operated for fourteen years as a satellite unit. It became a major center for executive education in Kerala. The EPGP program has been running from Kochi since 2013 without any break.
Key Milestones of the IIMK Kochi Centre
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2012 | Satellite centre set up at Infopark, Kakkanad |
| 2013 | Executive Postgraduate Programme launched at Kochi |
| 2026 | A new standalone campus opened at Kalamassery |
How to Apply to the IIMK Kochi Programs?
Students must apply through the official IIMK admission portal. The BMS admission follows the same process as the undergraduate entry route. The EPGP program uses the Executive Management Aptitude Test (EMAT) for shortlisting. Both programs then proceed to the interview stage. Applicants should visit iimk.ac.in/kochi to check the program details. All fee, eligibility, and cohort information is available there.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Go to iimk.ac.in/kochi and read the program pages for BMS and EPGP.
- Check the eligibility criteria for the program that suits your profile.
- Note the entrance test procedure for your chosen program.
- Prepare your academic records, work proof, and ID documents in soft copy.
- Register on the IIMK portal and submit your application before the deadline for the cohort.