The admission process at the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade involves submitting an application, the announcement of shortlisted candidates for interviews, selection rounds, and confirmation of admission. The institute accepts scores from national-level entrance exams or conducts its own test for specific courses. Follow the steps below to secure a seat at the institute:
1: IIFT Delhi Application Process
To initiate the application process, candidates must visit the official IIFT Delhi website. It is recommended that all candidates verify their eligibility against the established criteria before proceeding with the admissions. Applicants are required to pay INR 3,000 (INR 1,500 for SC/ ST/ PwD/ Transgender) to apply for the flagship MBA program. Students can follow these steps to complete the application process:
- Visit the IIFT Delhi website at https://iiftnew.iift.ac.in/.
- Click on the 'Admission' tab and select 'New Log in'.
- Register with basic details to create your login credentials.
- Log in to your account and complete the application form.
- Upload the necessary documents and pay the application fee.
- Submit the application form.
Documents Required at the Time of Application
Below are the common documents needed during the application process:
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Undergraduate mark sheet, if applicable
- Postgraduate mark sheet, if applicable
- Photograph
- Copy of Statement of Purpose (for PhD)
- 2 Letters of Recommendation (for PhD)
2: Shortlisting of Students
IIFT shortlists candidates for the MBA (IB and BA) programs based on CAT scores. For the MA program, IIFT conducts its own admission test. Admission to PhD programs is determined by the UGC NET scores of applicants. Selection for certificate, MBA (Online), and Executive PGDM courses is based on merit. Selected candidates are invited for a personal interview round for specific courses.
3: Selection Rounds
The institute publishes a list of shortlisted candidates for the next rounds. Selected candidates are invited for a personal interview round for specific courses. Aspirants must pass the GDPI round for the MBA program. Candidates are also required to participate in the WAT conducted by the institute for admission to the MBA for Working Professionals.
4: Release of Merit List/Cutoff
Following all selection rounds, the institute may issue a final selection list. This list includes the names of all candidates who are eligible for admission.
5: Confirmation of Admissions
Candidates who are included in the final selection list will be called for document verification. Aspirants must pay the IIFT Delhi fees to confirm their seat. Below are the common documents required at the time of admission:
- Completed application form
- Copy of detailed CV, if required
- Attested copies of academic mark sheets and certificates, etc.
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