IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay MBA Admissions 2026 Open with CAT 2025 Scores

IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay have officially opened applications for their Master of Business Administration (MBA) programmes for the 2026–2028 batch. Candidates who appeared for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 can now apply online through the respective admission portals of both institutes. This article provides essential details regarding eligibility criteria, application timelines, interview dates, and fee structures for prospective applicants.

Application Timelines and Admission Schedule

IIT Delhi

The online MBA application process at IIT Delhi commenced on November 30, 2025. The key dates for the application process are as follows:

• Application Deadline: January 26, 2026
• Interview Dates: March 09, 2026 – March 13, 2026
• Final Admission Results Announcement: First week of May 2026
• New Student Registration: July 18-19, 2026
• Orientation: July 23, 2026

IIT Bombay

IIT Bombay initiated its MBA application process on January 01, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The application window will remain open until January 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Key dates include:

• Application Deadline: January 31, 2026
• Fee Payment Deadline: February 01, 2026, at 5:00 PM
• Interview Dates: March 05, 2026 – March 08, 2026
• Final Selection List Dates: To be announced

Eligibility Criteria for MBA Programmes

IIT Delhi

To be eligible for the MBA programme at IIT Delhi, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• A bachelor’s degree of at least three years duration after completing 10+2 from a recognized university or institution.
• A minimum of 60% aggregate marks or 6.00 CGPA on a 10-point scale. SC, ST, and PwD candidates are eligible for a relaxation to 55% or 5.50 CGPA.
• Final-year students and candidates awaiting results can also apply, subject to provisional admission conditions.

Additionally, IIT Delhi offers an MBA in Telecommunication Systems Management. Eligibility for this programme includes bachelor’s degrees in engineering, technology, sciences, commerce, economics, CA, or ICWA, with a minimum of four years of education where applicable.

IIT Bombay

The MBA programme at IIT Bombay’s Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management requires candidates to qualify in CAT 2025 and meet the academic eligibility criteria set by the institute. Applicants must submit individual applications for CAT and the IIT Bombay MBA programme, as IIMs do not participate in SJMSOM’s selection process.

Application Process and Document Requirements

IIT Delhi

Applicants to IIT Delhi must provide the following documents at the time of application:

• Passport-sized photograph
• Signature
• CAT scorecard

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit additional documents, including:

• Academic records from Class 10 onwards
• Degree certificates
• CGPA conversion certificates
• Category certificates
• Work experience details
• Photo ID
• Achievement documents

IIT Bombay

For IIT Bombay, candidates must submit the following documents:

• Photographs
• Signatures
• CAT 2025 scorecards
• Class 10 and 12 certificates
• Graduation certificates or the latest semester marksheets
• Category certificates
• Proof of work experience

It is advised that candidates complete the application in one session due to a 50-minute time limit.

Fees and Important Dates at a Glance

Key Dates and Fee Details

The following summarizes the key dates and fee structures for both institutes:

For IIT Delhi, the tuition fee for Indian citizens is Rs. 12.00 lakh for the full MBA programme, payable across four semesters. For the 2025–2027 batch, general, OBC, and EWS students paid Rs. 3,00,000 per semester as tuition, along with other charges and institute residence fees. SC, ST, and PwD students were exempted from tuition fees but paid other applicable charges.

Where to Apply and Whom to Contact

IIT Delhi

Applications for the IIT Delhi MBA programme can be accessed through the Department of Management Studies website. Queries can be directed to the