IIFT Opens MBA Admissions 2027: Registration Deadline Set for November 25

The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) has officially commenced the admission process for its flagship management programmes for the 2027-29 academic session. Prospective students aiming to join the MBA in International Business (MBA-IB) or the MBA in Business Analytics (MBA-BA) courses across the institute's Delhi, Kolkata, and Kakinada campuses can now submit their applications online.

The application window is currently active, and the institute has set a firm deadline for submissions. Candidates are required to complete their registration through the designated portal at applyadmission.net/iift2027 by 11:59 PM on November 25, 2026. It is essential for applicants to ensure all details are submitted accurately before this cutoff date to be considered for the upcoming admission cycle.

Application Process and Eligibility Requirements

To participate in the admission process, candidates must visit the official IIFT registration website. The application procedure involves providing personal and academic details as requested in the online form. Upon successful submission, applicants will receive a system-generated application number, which should be preserved for all future correspondence and tracking purposes throughout the admission cycle.

For those targeting the MBA programme at the Delhi campus, it is important to note that the selection process is linked to the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2026. Candidates must ensure they are registered for and prepared to appear for the CAT 2026 examination, which is scheduled to take place on November 29, 2026. The admit cards for this examination will be issued by IIM Indore via the official CAT website, iimcat.ac.in.

Admission Timeline and Next Steps

Following the closure of the registration window on November 25, 2026, the institute will proceed with its established selection timeline. According to the current schedule, the subsequent stages of the admission process are expected to unfold in the coming months, with further updates anticipated from late January 2027. Prospective students are encouraged to consult the official IIFT admission brochure for comprehensive details regarding the selection criteria and campus-specific requirements.