Can I get scholarship in IIT Kanpur for MBA?

IIT Kanpur offer scholarships to meritorious students. The institute offers Merit-cum-Means, Free Basic Mess and Donor Scholarships. Merit-cum-Means Scholarship Students receive full tuition waiver, and pocket allowance of INR 1,000 per month for the duration of the program. This is merit cum means based scholarship; hence, the recipients must maintain a minimum CPI of 6.5. Donor Scholarships The institute provides Donor Scholarships to meritorious and needy students.

On which date will CAT exam take place?

CAT 2023 exam date is November 26. The CAT 2023 registration has started from August 2 and the last date to apply for CAT is September 13, 2023. The CAT score will be accepted for admission Candidates need to register and appear for CAT 2023. The CAT 2023 registration fee has been increased again this year. Now the fee is INR 2,400 for General/NC-OBC candidates and INR 1,200 for SC/ST/PwD candidates. There is no other change in CAT from last year. The

Who are the top recruiters of IIT Kanpur MBA placement?

Some of the top companies participated in the IIT Kanpur placement drive. Check below the key recruiters: IIT Kanpur MBA Key Recruiters McKinsey & Company PWC Deloitte ICICI Bank Accenture Indiamart HSBC Citibank Pine Labs

Which was the top industry during IIT Kanpur MBA placements?

A large share of recruiters that participated in MBA placements 2024 were from the Analytics industry with a 23% share. The second in the sequence were IT/ Consulting and Manufacturing industries with a 19% share in each. The table below represents the industry-wise split of recruiters for IIT Kanpur placements 2024: Industry Percentage of Recruiters (2024) Analytics 23% IT/ Consulting 19% Manufacturing 19% Operations 14% BFSI 10% Marketing 10% E-commerce 5%

What is IIT Kanpur CAT cutoff 2023?

The final IIT Kanpur CAT cutoff 2023 will be released after the CAT exam results are announced. IIT Kanpur admission 2024 to MBA course is based on CAT scores 2023 followed by the final Interview round. Going as per the last three year trends, IIT Kanpur cutoff 2022 for CAT was 90 Percentile. Tabulated below is IIT Kanpur cutoff for MBA offered through CAT for last three years: Master of Business Administration (MBA) - IIT Kanpur - IME : CAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India) Section 2020 2021 2022 Overall 92.5 90 90 Quants 50 50 50 VA-RC 50 50 50 DI-LR 50 50 50

What is the NIRF Ranking of IIT Kanpur MBA course?

NIRF has ranked IIT Kanpur under the 'Management' Category for past three-years. Check below the NIRF rankings: Year Rank 2023 23 2022 20 2021 16

How are MBA placements at IIT Kanpur?

The highest package offered to the MBA batch passing out in 2024 was INR 24 LPA. Further, the average package and median package stood at INR 18.20 LPA and INR 19.90 LPA, respectively. The complete insights of IIT Kanpur MBA placements 2024 are tabulated below: Particulars MBA Placement Statistics (2024) Highest package INR 24 LPA Average package INR 18.20 LPA Median package INR 19.90 LPA Lowest package INR 12.50 LPA Top 50% package INR 20.50 LPA Total recruiters 21 New recruiters 11

What are the job options after MBA from IIT Kanpur?

After completing degree from one of the best MBA Colleges in India, students are open to multiple opportunities. An MBA graduate gets jobs which include team lead and managerial responsibility of the department. Given below are some of the popular job options after MBA and their corresponding salaries: MBA jobs Average salary (INR)* Finance Manager 9.6 LPA Marketing Manager 10 LPA Sales Manager 10 LPA Human Resources Manager 4 LPA Operations Manager 7 LPA Product Manager 15 LPA *The salary data has been obtained from Payscale.com Click here, to know career options available after MBA.

What is the salary of MBA in IITK?

After completing degree from IIT Kanpur, students can participate in the placement drive conducted by the institute. In 2021, the average MBA package was INR 12.10 LPA. Check below packages offered during IIT Kanpur 2021-23 placements: CTC Package the highest INR 24 LPA Median INR 17.25 LPA Top 50% CTC INR 22.20 LPA the lowest INR 12.41 LPA Average INR 18.14 LPA

What were the profiles offered during IIT Kanpur MBA placements?

Some of the popular job profiles offered during IIT Kanpur placements 2024 are mentioned in the table below: Sector Profiles Offered (2024) Marketing Management Trainee, Product Manager, Business Development Manager Analytics Knowledge Analyst, Programme Associate, Business Analyst HR/ Operations Human Resource Analyst, Process Analyst, Programme Manager Finance Risk Analyst, Wealth Manager, Financial Analyst IT/ Consulting Strategy Consultant, Associate Consultant, Solution Advisor

How much percentile is required for IIT Kanpur MBA?

Check below the IIT Kanpur percentile requirement for MBA admission: Category Percentile For General, EWS, OBC-NCL 85 SC/ ST 55

Who is eligible for CAT in IIT Kanpur?

Aspirants must pass BTech or BE or BArch (with Mathematics as one of the subjects in Class 12) or four-year BSc Engineering degree (with Mathematics as one of the subjects), or four-year BSc degree (with Mathematics as one of the subjects), or MSc (with Mathematics as one of the subjects in the UG programme), or Master of Arts in Economics (with Mathematics as one of the subjects in the UG programme) with at least 60% aggregate (50% aggregate for SC/ ST) or a CPI of 6.0 (5.0 for SC/ ST) on a scale of 10 from any AICTE recognised institute/ university, IITs, NITs, and IIITs to apply for IIT Kanpur MBA course. To apply through CAT at IIT Kanpur, candidates need to have a minimum of 85 percentile (55 for SC/ ST candidates).

Is IIT Kanpur better than IIM Ranchi for MBA?

Below is the comparison of MBA programme based on multiple components, such as fee, salary and NIRF ranking: MBA Institutes the highest Salary Package (MBA) Total Tuition Fee for MBA NIRF Ranking 2023 IIT Kanpur (DoMS) INR 22 LPA INR 2.8 lakh - INR 13.1 lakh 23 IIM Ranchi INR 35.50 LPA INR 15.5 lakh - INR 16.1 lakh 24 Note: The above fee is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative.

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IIT Kanpur MBA Eligibility & Highlights 2025

IIT Kanpur Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a full-time programme of two-year duration. This course is offered via the Department of Management Sciences (DoMS). Divided into four semesters, the programme includes compulsory and elective courses and a capstone project in the interest area of the participant. The institute offers the programme in seven core specialisations of Management.

IIT Kanpur MBA admissions are purely entrance-based. To seek admission, candidates must have appeared for CAT. Moreover, interested candidates must complete the eligibility criteria for IIT Kanpur MBA, the eligibility criteria are as follows:

Candidates must have passed BTech or BE or BArch (with Mathematics as one of the subjects in Class 12) or,
Four-year BSc Engineering degree (with Mathematics as one of the subjects), or
Four-year BSc degree (with Mathematics as one of the subjects), or
MSc (with Mathematics as one of the subjects in the UG programme), or
Master of Arts in Economics (with Mathematics as one of the subjects in the UG programme) with at least 60% aggregate (50% aggregate for SC/ST) or
A CPI of 6.0 (5.0 for SC/ST) on a scale of 10 from any AICTE recognised institute/university, IITs, NITs, and IIITs.

Candidates appearing for the final degree examination can also apply. Such candidates, if selected, will be admitted provisionally. They must complete all the requirements of the qualifying degree at the time of joining the course.

To be selected for IIT Kanpur MBA a CAT overall percentile required is 80 for GN, EWS, and OBC applicants (55 percentile for SC and ST applicants).

IIT Kanpur MBA Fees 2024

For admission to IIT Kanpur courses, students must pay various fee components included in the IIT Kanpur fee structure. Some of these components are to be paid once, such as a one-time fee, and some are to be paid semester-wise, such as tuition fees. The total tuition fee to be paid for the MBA course ranges from INR 2.8 lakh to INR 13.5 lakh. Other than this, students opting for accommodation are required to pay INR 61,400 - INR 1.7 lakh as hostel fees.

Note: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

Check the table to learn more about IIT Kanpur MBA courses:

Eligibility Criteria

Accepted Exam

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Graduation score55%

10+2 score60%

Return on Investment

Total Tuition Fees₹ 2.8L - 13.5L

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Q: Is IIT Kanpur good for MBA?

IIT Kanpur offers MBA via Department of Management Sciences (DoMS). The MBA course of the institute has been ranked by various agencies. Under the 'Management Category', NIRF ranked IIT Kanpur at 23rd position in 2023 rankings. Business Today also ranked IIT Kanpur at 32 position. Talking about placements, IIT Kanpur highest package recorded for MBA was INR 24 LPA. The median CTC was INR 17.25 LPA.

In Summer Placement (2022-24), the highest stipend offered to students was INR 17.01 lakh whereas, median stipend was INR 1 lakh.

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Q: How much is the IIT Kanpur MBA fee?

IIT Kanpur MBA total tuition fee ranges between INR 2.8 Lacs and INR 13.1 Lacs as per an unofficial source. The fee excludes admission fee, security deposits, semester fee and hostel charges. There is relaxation in fee for reserved category students. Candidates need to pay fee after completion of the selection rounds, to confirm their seat.

Apart from the tuition fee, aspirants need to register with an application fee in the start of the admission process. The application fee is INR 1,600 for General/ OBC (NCL) candidates. The fee is low (INR 800) for SC/ ST/ DAP candidates.

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Q: What is the placement of MBA in IIT Kanpur?

Check below the IIT Kanpur placement highlights:

Particulars	Statistics (2021-23)
the highest CTC	INR 24 LPA
Median CTC	INR 17.25 LPA
Top 50% CTC	INR 22.20 LPA
the lowest CTC	INR 12.41 LPA
Average CTC	INR 18.14 LPA

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Q: How can I get admission in IIT Kanpur for MBA?

Candidates seeking admission to IIT Kanpur for MBA must meet the minimum eligibility criteria and have a valid score in the CAT exam. All the eligibility and final selection requirements for MBA at IIT Kanpur are as follows:

Particulars

Admission Details

Eligibility

- CAT score of 80 percentile and above for General, OBC (NCL) and EWS (55 percentile and above for SC/ ST)

- A pass in BTech/ BE/ BArch with Mathematics as one of the subjects or a four-year degree leading to BSc in Engineering/ BSc/ MSc/ MA in Economics with Maths as a subject with at least 60% or 6.0 CPI on a 10 point scale for General, OBC (NCL) and EWS (50% or 5.0 CPI out of 10 for SC/ST)

Selection

CAT percentile, academic background, work experience and GDPI

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Q: What all MBA specialisations are offered at IIT Kanpur?

Below-mentioned is a list of specialisations offered under the IIT Kanpur MBA programme:

MBA Specialisations at IIT Kanpur
Marketing	HR	IT
Finance and Economics	Operations	Analytics
Strategy	-	-

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IIT Kanpur MBA Admission Dates 2025

IIT Kanpur MBA admission takes place through the CAT exam, which usually takes place in November. Candidates can check below the upcoming dates for CAT exam and be updated IIT Kanpur MBA admission dates 2025:

Dates	Upcoming Events
Dec '24	CAT 2024 result announcementTentative

Dates	Past Events
5 Nov '24 - 24 Nov '24	CAT 2024 admit card download
24 Nov '24	CAT 2024 exam

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Q: What all documents are required for MBA admission at IIT Kanpur?

The list of documents to be submitted at the time of MBA application at IIT Kanpur is given below:

Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets & certificates
Bachelor's degree mark sheets
CAT scorecard
Character certificate
Work experience letter (if any)
Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
Letter of recommendations
Reference letters

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Q: When should I apply for MBA in IIT Kanpur?

As per the previous year dates, IIT Kanpur registration is expected to begin in December, 2023. Below is the tentative schedule for IIT Kanpur MBA admission:

Event	Date
Opening date of online application form (through Pingala portal)	30 Dec, 2023
Last date to apply	13 Feb, 2024
Shortlist announcement	End of Feb, 2024
Personal Interview	16-19 Mar, 2024
Declaration of admission results	First week of May, 2024

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Q: What is the MBA application fee for IIT Kanpur?

The application fee for various category students for the MBA programme offered at IIT Kanpur is given below:

Category	Application Fee
General	INR 1,600
SC/ST/EWS/DAP (Differently Abled Person)	INR 800

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Q: Can I pursue an MBA after completing my BSc from IIT Kanpur?

Absolutely, you can pursue an MBA after completing your BSc degree from IIT Kanpur in any field. The primary eligibility criteria for to pursue an MBA is primarily a bachelor's degree with minimum marks established by the university or the college, as well as an entrance examination score and work experience.

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Q: Can I apply online for the MBA admission process at IIT Kanpur?

Yes, candidates seeking admisison to the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur can apply online from the official website of the institute. The application process for MBA is completely online. After application, students are required to appear for the MBA selection rounds and qualify them to secure their seats. The step-wise IIT Kanpur application process is given below:

Visit the official website of DoMS IIT Kanpur and click on 'Apply Now' when the applications are available.
Fill in all the personal and educational details in the application form after registration.
Upload the required documents.
Pay the application fee (mentioned in the below table)
Click on the 'Submit' button and submit the application form.

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IIT Kanpur MBA Admission Process 2025: How to Apply?

Candidates seeking IIT Kanpur MBA admission need to apply for CAT since admission to this programme is based on the score obtained in the entrance exam. Check below mentioned guide to know the entire IIT Knapur admission process:

Step 1: IIT Kanpur MBA Application Process 2025

The mode of application for CAT is completely online. Additionally, aspirants need to submit a duly filled application form along with the required documents and the application fee by visiting the official website of IIT Kanpur's Industrial and Management Engineering (IME). The step-wise IIT Kanpur application process is given below:

Step 1: Visit the official website of IME IIT Kanpur and click on 'Apply Now' when the applications are available.

Step 2: Fill in all the personal and educational details in the application form after registration.

Step 3: Upload the required documents.

Step 4: Pay the application fee (mentioned in the below table)

Step 5: Click on the 'Submit' button and submit the application form.

IIT Kanpur MBA Application Fee

The application fee for various category students for MBA programme offered at IIT Kanpur is given below:

Category	Application Fee
General	INR 1,600
SC/ST/EWS/DAP (Differently Abled Person)	INR 800

Documents required to fill MBA application 2025:

The list of documents to be submitted at the time of application for an MBA at IIT Kanpur is given below:

Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets & certificates
Bachelor's degree mark sheets
CAT scorecard
Character certificate
Work experience letter (if any)
Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
Letter of recommendations
Reference letters

Step 2: Selection for further rounds

The institute will shortlist candidates for MBA admission based on eligibility conditions and CAT score. The shortlisted aspirants will be notified via postal mail and e-mail.

Step 3: Appear for GD & PI rounds

DoMS, IIT Kanpur conducts group discussion and personal interview rounds for selected candidates.

Step 4: Release of Merit List

After completion of the selection rounds, the institute releases a merit list with the names of selected candidates. The shortlisted aspirants will be notified through postal mails and e-mails.

Reservation Criteria

Applicants belonging to different categories [GN, EWS, OBC (NCL), SC, ST, and DAP (Differently Abled Persons)] will have separate merit lists. Check below reservation criteria: