IIM Calcutta MBAEx 2027: Round 1 Interview Shortlist Out, Check Status

The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (IIM Calcutta) has released the MBAEx 2027 Round 1 interview shortlist for admission to its 21st batch of the Master of Business Administration for Executives programme for the 2027–28 academic year. Applicants who completed the first-round application process can check whether they have been shortlisted for the Writing Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI).

The IIM Calcutta MBAEx Round 1 interviews are scheduled for October 31 and November 1, 2026. The institute has listed November 16, 2026, as the scheduled date for announcing Round 1 admission results. Shortlisted candidates should check their interview details and prepare the required documents before attending the selection process.

IIM Calcutta MBAEx 2027 Round 1 Important Dates

Candidates shortlisted for the MBA for Executives programme should note the important dates for the first admission round. The following schedule is based on the institute's official admissions information.

Candidates can access the shortlist through the official IIM Calcutta website or the MBAEx admissions portal.

How to Check the IIM Calcutta MBAEx 2027 Interview Shortlist

Applicants who submitted their MBAEx Round 1 application can use the institute's official admission resources to check their shortlist status. Candidates should keep their registered details available while accessing the admissions portal. Follow these steps to check the IIM Calcutta MBAEx shortlist 2027:

1. Visit the official IIM Calcutta website.
2. Find the announcement titled “Candidates Shortlisted for Personal Interview and WAT (Round 1): MBAEx Batch 21 (2027–28).”
3. Open the shortlist announcement or follow its link to the admissions portal.
4. Follow the instructions displayed on the portal to check your status.
5. If shortlisted, review the interview date, venue, reporting time and any additional instructions.
6. Keep a copy of the relevant communication for reference during the selection process.

Candidates should rely on the official portal for their individual status and interview instructions. If the shortlist page does not load, they can revisit the official announcements page or contact the MBAEx admissions office.

Documents to Prepare for IIM Calcutta MBAEx Interview 2027

Candidates should review the instructions in their interview communication and keep the documents requested by the institute ready before the assessment. The following documents may be relevant, subject to the official instructions issued to each shortlisted applicant:

• Interview shortlist or interview communication
• Valid photo identification
• Academic certificates and mark sheets
• Degree or graduation documents
• Employment and work experience certificates
• Other supporting documents specified by IIM Calcutta

Candidates should not assume that this list replaces the institute's official document requirements. The interview communication and admissions portal should be treated as the final reference for the documents to carry.

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