IIT Madras MBA Admission 2026 Deadline Extended to February 8
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• Updated on 29 Jan, 2026, 4:45 PM, by Arman Kumar
IIT Madras has extended the application deadline for its two-year full-time MBA programme to 8 February 2026. Admissions are open for fresh graduates and professionals, with selection based on CAT 2025 for Indian applicants and GMAT for foreign candidates. Personal interviews will be conducted in multiple cities in March 2026, and final results are expected in May 2026.
The Department of Management Studies (DoMS) at the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has extended the application deadline for its two-year full-time Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme to 8 February 2026. This extension gives aspiring management students additional time to submit applications for the 2026-28 batch via the official admissions portal. Earlier, the last date to apply was 31 January 2026, but the institute has moved the deadline to accommodate more applicants, including recent graduates as well as experienced professionals.
Eligibility and Admissions Criteria
To be eligible for IIT Madras MBA 2026 admissions, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Educational qualification: A recognised undergraduate degree in any discipline with at least 60 per cent marks (55 per cent for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
- Entrance scores: Indian nationals must submit a valid CAT 2025 score, while foreign nationals must provide a valid GMAT score.
- Final-year students: Candidates in the final year of graduation can apply provisionally, provided they complete degree requirements by 30 September 2026.
- Sponsored candidates: Applicants with at least two years’ work experience in the same organisation may apply under the sponsored category.
Personal Interview Schedule
Shortlisted candidates are slated to participate in a personal interview round held across various cities in March 2026. Locations and tentative dates include:
- Mumbai: 6–8 March 2026
- Delhi: 13–15 March 2026
- Chennai: 20–22 March 2026
- Hyderabad: 28–29 March 2026
- Kolkata: 28–29 March 2026
Selection Timeline and Program Commencement
After interview rounds, the final admission results for the MBA 2026 batch are expected to be declared in May 2026. Following results, successful candidates will attend orientation, registration and pre-term classes in July 2026, with regular classes commencing soon after.
Programme and Career Outlook
The IIT Madras MBA curriculum is structured across seven quarters and blends core management fundamentals with electives and practical learning in areas such as Finance, Marketing, Operations, Human Resources, Information Systems and Integrative Management. The programme also includes case discussions, internships and a capstone project to prepare students for managerial roles in diverse industries. According to available updates, the programme has reported 100 per cent placement outcomes in recent years, with the highest compensation package touching INR 35.5 lakh per annum .Prospective applicants are encouraged to complete their applications and ensure they meet eligibility requirements before the 8 February 2026 deadline
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