What is Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) known for?
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) offers MBA / PGDM across 6 active programme records.
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), Delhi – 2026 Overview
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Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) has recorded total fees from ₹5,000 and placement records with average packages up to ₹28 LPA. Use these figures to shortlist, then verify the same programme, year, category and placement report before deciding.
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About Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)
History and Background
The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), established in 1963, operates as an independent entity under the aegis of the Ministry of Commerce & Industry. IIFT Delhi was granted a "Deemed to be University" in 2002. Acknowledging its moot prowess, NAAC acclaimed IIFT Delhi as a Grade 'A' Institution in 2005 and 2015. Notably, the institution has also earned esteemed endorsements from AACSB. Spanning across an expanse of 6 acres, the institute is strategically located in New Delhi. It is with pride that IIFT Delhi aligns itself under the University Grants Commission (UGC) purview. IIFT Delhi garnered the #15th rank in NIRF 2024, making a remarkable shift as of the last year, and clinched a commendable #9th position in IIRF 2023. IIFT Delhi offers various academic programs, including MBA-IB, EPGDIB, EPGD-GHRM, and PhD in Management and Economics. Prospective students are required to satisfy designated eligibility prerequisites to secure admission to IIFT Delhi: • Aspiring candidates seeking enrollment in the flagship EPGDIB course at IIFT Delhi must possess a recognized undergraduate degree and a cumulative work experience of 5 years. • For MBA-IB at IIFT Delhi, candidates must have finalized their bachelor's degree with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks. • Prospective candidates for the EPGD-GHRM course at IIFT Delhi should demonstrate an administrative experience of 3 years. • Individuals inclined to pursue a PhD in Management or Economics at IIFT Delhi are expected to hold a 1-year Master's degree in Economics or Management. • The selection process at IIFT Delhi is precisely orchestrated, encompassing the IIFT Delhi Examination, Group Discussion, Writing Skills Assessment, Personal Interview, Academic Background examination, and Work Experience Evaluation. The Domestic CTC at IIFT Delhi stands at INR 76.5 Lakhs, complemented by a normal annual package of INR 29.1 Lakhs. IIFT Delhi campus boasts many diverse amenities, encompassing a meticulously curated library, comprehensive sports organization, well-appointed hostels, a dining establishment, and a spacious auditorium. IIFT Delhi Highlights 2024 Year of Establishment 1963 Type of College Autonomous Campus Size 6 Acres Affiliations University Grants Commission (UGC) Accreditation AACSB, NAAC NIRF Ranking (2024) #15th in Management Location New Delhi Average Placement Package INR 29.1 LPA Top Recruiters Accenture Strategy, Amul, Amazon, Affinity, Adani Courses MBA (IB), EPGDIB, EPGD-GHRM, and PhD
Campus and Location
Established in 1963. Located in Delhi, Delhi NCR. B-21, Qutab Institutional Area, Delhi, Delhi NCR
Courses and Programmes Offered
MBA / PGDM Programmes
- Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Capital And Financial Markets ( EPGDCFM ) – 2 years – Graduation or equivalent degree from any recognized university or institution. A minimum work experience (including self employed) after graduation of not less than 3 years as on 31st July of the year of the start of the Course. · MBA / PGDM profile
- Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Marketing (EPGDIM) – 2 years – Graduation or equivalent degree from any recognized university or institution. A minimum work experience (including self employed) after graduation of not less than 3 years as on 31st July of the year of the start of the Course.
- Executive Post Graduate Diploma in International Business (EPGDIB) – 2 years – Admission is open to working executives and self-employed individuals fulfilling the following criteria: (i) Post Graduate Degree/Engineering Degree OR equivalent from any recognized University or Institution. Managerial work experience of not less than THREE years. OR (ii) Graduation or equivalent degree form any recognized University or Institution. Managerial work experience of not less than FIVE years.
- MBA Business Analytics – 2 years – Recognized Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years' duration in any discipline
- MBA in International Business (Tanzania) International Business & Foreign Trade – 3 years – Bachelor's degree from any recognized University or Institution with three-year work experience (after graduation) in managerial cadre as on 30th June of the year of the start of the Course.
- MBA International Business – 2 years – Recognized Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years' duration in any discipline
Course Fees at Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)
MBA / PGDM Fees
Recorded annual fee for most MBA / PGDM: ₹5,000 – ₹10,88,657 per year.
Hostel, mess and other charges are additional and not included.
Admission Process and Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria by Programme
- MBA / PGDM: Graduation or equivalent degree from any recognized university or institution. A minimum work experience (including self employed) after graduation of not less than 3 years as on 31st July of the year of the start of the Course..
Entrance Exams Accepted
How to Apply
Check the relevant programme eligibility, follow the mapped entrance-exam or university counselling route, and confirm dates, documents and fees on the official admission notice.
Cutoffs and Entrance Exams
Entrance Exams for Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)
Key entrance exams and routes recorded in the database: CAT.
Cutoff Trends
Branch-wise and category-wise cutoffs are not published in the current dataset. Check the official university or counselling website for the latest cutoffs.
Placements and Recruiters
Placement Highlights by Programme
2023₹82 LPA
MBA / PGDM (2023): Highest ₹82 LPA, Average ₹28 LPA, Lowest ₹19 LPA.
Top Recruiters
ADM Agro, Al Ghurair, Bajaj Auto, Bank of Baroda, Bharti Airtel, Bristle Cone, Britannia Industries, CBC, CEB, Citi Bank, Deutsche Bank, Duegro, FLIPKART, Gadhia Solar, Global eProcure, goldman sachs, HSBC., HT Media, Idea Cellular, Indus Valley Partners, InterGlobe Technologies, ITC, JINDAL POWER AND STEEL, Johnson & Johnson, KPMG India, L&T Ltd., Madura Garments, Michael Page, neilsoft., Nomura Services India (P) Ltd., Novartis, Olam International, power finance corporation, Procter & Gamble, Reckitt Benckiser (I) Pvt. Ltd, religare, Robert Bosch, SABMILLER, Society for Technical Communication (STC), Sree Renuka Sugars, Tata Housing, Tata Steel, TCS, Technopak Advisors Pvt. Ltd, TITAN, Tricon Energy, Union Bank of India, Valency International, Vodafone, VVF and others (55 recruiters in database).
Placement Data Disclaimer
Package units, currency and placement percentages are not fully specified in the source. Treat these figures as indicative and verify the latest official placement report.
Faculty and Departments
Key Faculty Members
- Dr. Surajit Mitra – Director
- Prof. Rakesh Mohan Joshi – Professor (Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.))
- Dr. (Mrs.) D. Sunitha Raju – Professor (M.A., Ph.D.)
- Dr. Ram Singh – Professor Head(CDOE) (MBA, PGDIBO, Ph. D, UGC-NET)
- Dr. Pooja Lakhanpal – Professor Head(CRPD); HOD (M. A./PhD)
- Dr. C Ganeshkumar – Associate Professor (B.Sc., MBA, PGDCA, UGC-NET, Ph.D. (Pondicherry University), Post-Doc (IIMB).)
Rankings and Recognition
NIRF and Other Rankings
- nirf 2025: Rank 17 out of 100.
- nirf 2024: Rank 15 out of 100.
- times_b 2024: Rank 7 out of 100.
- cs 2024: Rank 15 out of 100.
- nirf 2023: Rank 27 out of 100.
- nirf 2022: Rank 24 out of 100.
- nirf 2021: Rank 25 out of 100.
- nirf 2020: Rank 26 out of 200.
- nirf 2018: Rank 22 out of 200.
Frequently asked questions
What are the main courses at Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)?
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) lists Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Capital And Financial Markets ( EPGDCFM ), Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Industrial Marketing (EPGDIM), Executive Post Graduate Diploma in International Business (EPGDIB), MBA Business Analytics, MBA in International Business (Tanzania) International Business & Foreign Trade, and other programmes.
What are the fees at Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)?
Recorded total fees range from ₹5,000 to ₹10,88,657. Confirm current category and additional charges with the institution.
Which entrance exams are accepted by Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)?
The active programme mappings list CAT.
How are placements at Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)?
Placement records are available for 1 programme-year record(s), including average and highest package values where reported.
What is the average package at Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)?
The available placement records include average package values such as ₹28 LPA. Values can vary by year and programme.
What is the ranking of Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)?
The profile contains 9 active ranking record(s), including nirf rank 17 and nirf rank 15.
Which recruiters are associated with Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT)?
The available records include recruiters such as ADM Agro, Al Ghurair, Bajaj Auto, Bank of Baroda, Bharti Airtel, Bristle Cone.
Data note: Fees, placements, rankings and reviews are recorded evidence and may change by batch, category, role, recruiter mix or academic year. Verify the latest official information before applying.