M.A. in Economics 

at IIFT Delhi, Qutab Institutional Area

Candidates seeking admission to the MA Economics course need to take the entrance exam. Selection is done based on merit in the Objective Aptitude Test and Descriptive Test conducted by IIFT Delhi. Moreover, it is also crucial that each aspirant meet the course-specific eligibility requirements. The institute shortlist and selects candidates based on the exam score. Some other factors that play a crucial role in the selection are the exam scores, category, and reservation policy play a crucial role during the seat allotment procedure.

Seat intake for the MA Economics course in IIFT Delhi is 30. The mentioned seat availability is as per the data available on the IIFT website (iift.ac.in). After the selection rounds, candidates are admitted in accordance with the seat intake. Moreover, in case the seat intake is revised, the same will be updated on the IIFT website as well. To find out more details on the seat reservation policy, or the seat intake, candidates can also visit the institute’s campus in person.

There are multiple components included in the total course fee of the two-year MA in IIFT Delhi. As of now, the institute is offering MA in Economics only. After the selection process, candidates need to pay a sum of fees to confirm their seat. The table given below further mentions the fee component and amount:

Fee Components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition Fees (fees might include components other than tuition fees)	INR 3.60 Lakh
One-time Payment	INR 5,000

NOTE:

• The above-mentioned is the latest Fees is as per the website.
• For SC/ST and PWD candidates – 50% concession in tuition fee.

Candidates with a valid BA/or equivalent degree with Maths/ Economics as a subject and at least 55% aggregate can apply for MA in IIFT Delhi. Eligible candidates can apply by filling out the admission form. The application fee is INR 2,500 for the General category or INR 1,000 for the Reserved category for PG courses at IIFT Delhi. This fee is, however, as per past years’ data and may vary. The steps mentioned below can be followed to register and submit the application:

1. Visit the official website of IIFT to apply online for IIFT admission 2023.
2. Login and fill out the online application form as per the details given in the Information Bulletin of IIFT programmes.
3. Upload photo, signature and certificates and pay the application fee to complete the application process.
4. Pay the exam application fee and hit the 'Submit' button.

IIFT Delhi's admission process is both merit-based as well as entrance-based. For MBA, candidates are required to clear the IIFT entrance examination which is conducted by NTA on behalf of IIFT. For clearing this exam, candidates must practice the IIFT question papers and must give the IIFT mock test . For the remaining postgraduate programmes, admission is merit-based. For Ph.D. the admission is done based on a written test and an interview round conducted by the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade. Candidates must follow a predefined admission process to get admission to various courses at the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade.

No, IIFT Delhi does not admit candidates directly. It is necessary for the aspirants to take the course-specific entrance examination. For the certificate and Executive PGDM programmes, the candidates have to participate in group discussions and personal interview rounds. Moreover, it must be noted that the given details are as per the information available from multiple sources. Hence, is indicative. Candidates are advised to visit the institute campus in person or the official website (iift.ac.in) for more information on direct admissions.

From the 2024 admission year, IIFT Delhi will be accepting CAT scores for MBA (IB & BA) specialisations. Earlier the admission was through the IIFT exam. However, in an official notification, the institute has announced that will accept the national-level exam score now. After the conclusion of the entrance test, candidates shall be shortlisted for further selection rounds. Shortlisted candidates are further required to participate in the written test, group discussion and personal interview round. The final selection is done based on overall performance in the selection rounds.

Both the colleges as per our comparison are at par on almost all the parameters we chose. But if you have a keen interest in studying International Business, IIFT Delhi is the best college you can opt for. It prepares you for International exposure and also gives you many opportunities in terms of placements outside India. It specialises in International Business and so it makes it the best B-school for International Business. But if you’re looking for an MBA in General Management, IIM Kozhikode is hands down better than IIFT in every aspect. It ranks much higher than IIFT as per all the rankings over the last few years.

Classes for the certificate programmes are conducted at the IIFT campus on weekends. It is necessary for candidates to be present for the classes. The classes take place on Saturday from 3 to 7 pm and Sunday from 9 to 6 pm. This information is further as per the IIFT Delhi official website. In case of any change in the mentioned schedule, the same shall be updated on the website or intimidated to the candidates over email.

Candidates seeking admission at IIFT Delhi must meet the eligibility criteria prescribed for the respective course. Eligible candidates can apply via online mode by visiting the IIFT website (iift.ac.in). For PhD, applications are accepted in offline mode. Admission to MBA courses is based on merit in IIFT Exam, written assessment, group discussion, and the interview round. For PhD and MA courses, candidates have to take the entrance test conducted by the institute. Selected candidates also have to participate in the interview round for admission to the certificate, Executive PGDM, and PhD courses.