The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), Kakinada campus, offers admission to the Master of Business Administration in International Business (MBA-IB) program for the academic year 2025–27. Admission is based on CAT 2024 scores, followed by a Writing Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI) rounds.
Candidates must submit valid academic documents, including Class 10+2 and graduation certificates, government ID, passport-sized photos, scanned signatures, and category certificates (if applicable). Candidates must also provide their CAT 2024 scorecard.
The total fee for the MBA-IB program at IIFT Kakinada is approximately INR 21.77 lakh for the entire two-year duration. Scholarships and financial assistance are available for meritorious and economically weaker students.
IIFT Kakinada UG Admission 2025
IIFT Kakinada offers the five-year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM). The total fee for the undergraduate-cum-postgraduate program is INR 17.16 lakhs. Applicants must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD). They should appear for the Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test (IPMAT) to be eligible for admission.
IIFT Kakinada PG Admission 2025
Master of Business Administration in International Business (MBA-IB) is the flagship postgraduate course offered by IIFT Kakinada. The total fee for the two-year MBA-IB is INR 21.82 lakhs. Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD) and must have a valid Common Admission Test (CAT) score to be eligible. Admission is followed by a Writing Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI).
IIFT Kakinada Application Process 2025
The following are the steps to apply to IIFT Kakinada:
- Visit the official website of IIFT (https://www.iift.ac.in/) to check the eligibility criteria for the chosen course (IPM or MBA-IB).
- Register with your email ID and mobile number to begin the application process.
- Enter your academic details, work experience (if any), and category/reservation information.
- Upload the required documents and a recent passport-size photo.
- Pay the application fee: INR 3,000 for General/OBC and INR 1,500 for SC/ST/PwD/Transgender candidates.
- Submit the completed application form before the deadline.
Documents Required
The following table represents the documents required for admission into IIFT Kakinada:
IIFT Kakinada Admission FAQs
What UG and PG courses are offered by IIFT Kakinada?
IIFT Kakinada offers an Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) at the UG level and an MBA in International Business (MBA-IB) at the PG level. The IPM is a five-year dual degree (BBA+MBA) course, while the MBA-IB is a two-year full-time postgraduate program.
What is the fee for the IPM and MBA-IB programs at IIFT Kakinada?
The total fee for the IPM (BBA+MBA) program at IIFT Kakinada is approximately INR 17,16,000, while the fee for the MBA-IB program is around INR 21,77,314.
What facilities are available at the IIFT Kakinada campus?
IIFT Kakinada provides modern facilities, including smart classrooms, a Wi-Fi-enabled campus, a digital library, sports grounds, computer labs, hostels, a cafeteria, and student-run clubs. The infrastructure is being developed as part of a long-term expansion plan.
Is IIFT Kakinada a government or private institute?
IIFT Kakinada is a government institute. It operates under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, and is part of the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) network, alongside Delhi and Kolkata campuses.
What entrance exams are accepted at IIFT Kakinada?
For the MBA-IB program, IIFT Kakinada accepts CAT 2024 scores. For the IPM program, admissions are through the IIFT IPM Aptitude Test 2025, followed by WAT, GD, and PI.
What is the NAAC grade of IIFT Kakinada?
IIFT is accredited with NAAC ‘A+’ Grade, recognising its academic excellence and institutional quality.
