Question 1

What is the eligibility for ST/ SC candidates for admission into IIM Calcutta MBA?

Accepted Answer

The ST/ SC/ PWD candidates should have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks to be eligible for applying to IIM Calcutta MBA.

Question 2

What are the documents required while applying for MBA-Ex at IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

The documents that need to be sent while applying for MBA-Ex at IIM Calcutta includeDuly filled application form.Application fee paid by demand draft/ chequeGMAT scorecardProof of English proficiency (if applicable)Marksheets of degrees obtained (scanned and self-attested)Statement of PurposeTwo Letters of recommendation

Question 3

What is the minimum GMAT score required to apply for the MBA-EX at IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

There is no minimum GMAT score required for MBA-Ex. The candidates are just expected to have a valid GMAT score.

Question 4

Is there an age limit to apply for MBA-Ex at IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

No, there is no upper age limit to apply for MBA-Ex at IIM Calcutta.

Question 5

Does IIM Calcutta offer any scholarships to MBA-Ex students?

Accepted Answer

As of now, there is no scholarship available for MBA-Ex students, but the institute can support the students in getting educational loans from the bank.

Question 6

Does IIM Calcutta offer placement to MBA-Ex students?

Accepted Answer

Yes, IIM Calcutta offers placement to MBA-Ex students, except for those who have been sponsored by the companies.

Question 7

Do IIM Calcutta provide accommodation to MBAEx students?

Accepted Answer

Yes. IIM Calcutta provides accommodations to MBAEx students with and without family. There are single rooms for students without family that includes facilities like A/C, intercom, washing machine, fridge, TV, and microwave. There is limited accommodation for students with family, and it includes Kitchen, bathroom, fridge, TV, A/C, washing machine, intercom, microwave oven, wifi, etc.

Question 8

Ques, Will the MBA-Ex program at IIM Calcutta provide specializations in functional disciplines like Finance, Marketing, Operations, etc?

Accepted Answer

The MBAEx program at IIM Calcutta is a general management program, so the students do not have the option to choose a specialization. But the MBA-Ex students will have to take 15 elective courses during the course which will cover all major functional disciplines.

Question 9

Ques, What is the minimum salary for IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

The minimum salary of IIM Calcutta is INR 33.67 LPA, based on the 2023 placement data.

Question 10

What is the IIM Calcutta fees for 2 years?

Accepted Answer

The MBA fees at IIM Calcutta is INR 27,00,000 for 2 years.

Question 11

Is there 100% placement in IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

Yes, IIM Calcutta has been consistently showing 100% placement record.

Question 12

What is MBAEx in IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

MBAEx is a one year full-time residentile program meant for executives, who have a work experience of more than 5 years.

Question 13

What is the difference between MBA and MBAEx?

Accepted Answer

MBA is a full-time 2 year program in management for candidates with or without work experience. Whereas MBAEx is a 1 year program in management for candidates who have a work experience of more than 5 years.

Question 14

What is the highest package of IIM Calcutta MBAEx?

Accepted Answer

The highest package of MBAEx program at IIM Calcutta was INR 78.17 LPA in 2023 placement drive.

Question 15

What is the course fee for Executive MBA at IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

The MBAEx fee at IIM Calcutta is INR 31,00,000 for 1 year duration.

Question 16

What is the salary after Executive MBA in IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

The average salary of IIM Calcutta Executive MBA students in the 2023 placement drive was INR 30.90 LPA and the highest salary can go upto INR 78.17 LPA.

Question 17

How is the placement of PGDBA at IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

During the placement of the 6th batch of PGDBA, a total of 36 companies participated and made offers a batch of 62 students. The average package witnessed was INR 29.71 LPA and the highest package was INR 42.50 LPA.

Question 18

How many seats are there in PGDBA at IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

The PGDBA program at IIM Calcutta offers 53 seats.

Question 19

What is the fees for PGDBA at IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

The PGDBA fees at IIM Calcutta is INR 25,00,000 for 2 years.

Question 20

What is the highest package of PGDBA at IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

The highest package for the 6th batch of PGDBA program at IIM Calcutta stood at INR 42.50 LPA.

Question 21

How much stipend does IIM Calcutta give to PhD students?

Accepted Answer

The PhD students in IIM Calcutta recieve a stipend of INR 30,000 per month and goes up to INR 35,000 per month. In addition, each student can avail the student development grants of up to INR 65,000 for the first year of study, and of up to INR 25,000 per year for subsequent years. Also they can avail an extra fund of upto INR 50,000 for field research.

Question 22

Who is apply for IIM Calcutta PhD program?

Accepted Answer

The candidates who have a Master’s degree or a Postgraduate degree with First Class OR B.Com and CA with 50% marks OR 4-year Bachelor’s degree with 6.5 CGPA are eligible to apply for the PhD program at IIM Calcutta.

Question 23

I am a final year engineering student. Can I apply for PhD in IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the candidate who have completed or are in the final year of of the 4-year Bachelors degree with 6.5 CGPA are eligible for the PhD program at IIM Calcutta.

Question 24

What are the areas of specialization offered for PhD in IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

The areas of specialization offered in PhD are as follows:EconomicsFinance & ControlMarketingHuman Resource ManagementOperations ManagementOrganizational BehaviorPublic Policy and ManagementStrategic management

Question 25

What is the validity period for the test scores for PhD admission at IIM Calcutta.

Accepted Answer

Any of the test scores being used for PhD admission should not be older than 2 years.

Question 26

Is there any age limit for PhD admission at IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

No, there is no upper age limit for PhD admission at IIM Calcutta.

Question 27

What is the average batch strength of IIM Calcutta MBA program?

Accepted Answer

The MBA batch intake for the 2024 is 480 students.

Question 28

Is it possible to reschedule an interview of IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is possible to reschedule an interview at IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta or any other IIM. If you can’t attend the interview, for some reason, you can write a letter and request them to give you another interview slot. You should explain the reason.

Question 29

What is the benefit of International Exchange program at IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

IIM Calcutta and ESCP Europe (one of the partner institutions from France) have signed a comprehensive agreement and since then the two institutes have developed a strong student exchange programme through fruitful collaboration. IIMC PGDM students enrolled in the dual degree programme will be awarded a dual degree provided they have fulfilled all the requirements including 8-10 weeks internship.

Question 30

How is the campus life at IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

The lush green and seven lakes make the IIM Calcutta campus picturesque and well endowed. Located in Joka, the institute offers a conducive environment which is a linchpin for intellectual and personal growth of the students as a close-knit community. IIM Calcutta’s academic and administrative buildings provide advanced classrooms of distinguished size and seating capacities, group study lounge, a conference hall, a business/engineering library, and offices for faculty and staff. IIMC’s cutting-edge IT environment includes the latest classroom instructional technology, computing, video conferencing, and integrated collaboration services.

Question 31

How is the IIM Calcutta library?

Accepted Answer

The IIM Calcutta library is contemplated to be the largest management library in Asia. Through the library with an enlarged database, students can gain access to over 140,000 reference works and 1500 periodicals, and access to the entire electronic collection.

Question 32

Is work experience necessary for admission into IIM Calcutta MBA?

Accepted Answer

No, work experience is not compulsory for seeking admission into IIM Calcutta. However, having a relevant work experience adds extra weightage to a candidate's profile when applying for IIM Calcutta MBA admission.

Question 33

How many hostel are there in IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

There are a total of 5 hostels. Three of them are major hostels, Old hostel, White hostel, and New hostel. The rest 2 are the newly build hostels.

Question 34

What are the facilities available within the hostel?

Accepted Answer

All the hostels include common rooms, games rooms, and courts for various sports in all hostels, where the students can relax after a hectic day.

Question 35

Does IIM Calcutta conduct extra curricular activities?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is plenty of opportunity at IIM Calcutta to indulge oneself in extra-curricular activities through the numerous clubs and special interest groups. Also, there are a variety of sports, cultural, business and literary events throughout the year.

Question 36

Is it worth it to do MBA from IIM Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

Yes, IIM Calcutta has kept on maintaining a record of 100% placement of the students over the past years. During 2023 placements, the average CTC was recorded INR 35.07 LPA, which was much higher than the total MBA fee. therefore the institute is not only known for its premier IIM status but also for its high ROI.

Category	Details
institution name	IIMC - Indian Institute of Management,Kolkata
location	Kolkata
Established Year	1961
Campus Size	135 acres
Students Intake	480
MBA Fees	INR 27 Lakhs
NIRF Ranking 2024	5
Number of Courses	8
Total Faculty	81
Scholarship	Need-based financial assistance available
Highest Package	INR 1.2 Cr (2024)
Top Recruiters	Adobe, Flipkart, Amazon, BCG, Goldman Sachs, etc

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