Institute Overview
The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIM Calcutta) is the first national institute for post-graduate studies and research in management. Established in 1961, IIM Calcutta has been consistently ranked among the top business schools in India and is recognized as one of the most prestigious management institutes in Asia.
#3
NIRF Ranking 2024
1961
Established
1,300+
Students
95+
Faculty Members
Key Highlights
- First IIM established in India
- 135-acre campus in Joka, Kolkata
- Triple accreditation by AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS
- Strong alumni network with global presence
- 100% placement record for flagship PGP program
- Pioneer in case-based pedagogy in India
Programs Offered
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
Duration: 2 years, Full-time
Seats: 460
Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with 50% marks
Flagship MBA program with comprehensive management education
Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics (PGDBA)
Duration: 2 years, Full-time
Seats: 60
Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with Mathematics
Joint program with IIT Kharagpur and ISI Kolkata
Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)
Duration: 4-5 years, Full-time
Seats: 35
Eligibility: Master's degree or equivalent
Doctoral program for academic and research careers
Executive Programme in Management (EPM)
Duration: 1 year, Part-time
Seats: 50
Eligibility: Bachelor's degree + 5 years experience
For working executives and professionals
Admission Process
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% marks or equivalent CGPA
- Valid CAT score (for PGDM and FPM)
- For PGDBA: Strong quantitative background required
- For EPM: Minimum 5 years of work experience
Selection Process
- CAT Examination (for PGDM and FPM)
- Shortlisting based on CAT scores and academic profile
- Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI)
- Final selection based on composite score
Important Dates for 2025 Admission
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAT 2024 Examination | November 24, 2024 |
| Application Deadline | January 12, 2025 |
| Shortlist Announcement | January 2025 |
| WAT-PI Process | February-March 2025 |
| Final Offer | April 2025 |
Fees & Scholarships
Program Fees (2025-26)
| Program | Total Fees | Installment Details |
|---|---|---|
| PGDM | ₹27.00 Lakhs | ₹6.75 Lakhs per semester |
| PGDBA | ₹20.00 Lakhs | ₹5.00 Lakhs per semester |
| FPM | Fully Funded | Stipend provided to students |
| EPM | ₹15.00 Lakhs | Full payment at admission |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
IIM Calcutta offers merit-cum-means scholarships and various need-based financial aid programs. The institute also provides corporate-sponsored scholarships and government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC students.
Education Loans
IIM Calcutta has tie-ups with major banks for education loans at concessional rates, covering up to 100% of tuition fees and living expenses.
Placement Statistics
₹35.0 LPA
Average Package
₹1.8 CPA
Highest Package
100%
Placement Rate
160+
Recruiting Companies
Sector-wise Placement (2024)
| Sector | Percentage | Average Package |
|---|---|---|
| Consulting | 32% | ₹33.5 LPA |
| Finance | 30% | ₹38.2 LPA |
| Technology | 22% | ₹31.8 LPA |
| General Management | 10% | ₹29.5 LPA |
| Others | 6% | ₹27.4 LPA |
Top Recruiters
Consulting
McKinsey, BCG, Bain, Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG, Accenture
Finance
Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, JP Morgan, HSBC, HDFC, ICICI, Axis Bank
Technology
Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Adobe, IBM, Intel, Cisco, Oracle