IIM Calcutta (IIM C): Courses, Fees, Admission 2024, Placements

Ayesha Taneem

Updated on - Dec 20, 2024

IIM Calcutta Latest Update

December 20, 2024

• The CAT 2024 results are now available on the official website, iimcat.ac.in. Conducted on November 24, the exam saw 14 candidates achieving a perfect 100 percentile, including one female. Additionally, 29 candidates scored 99.99 percentile, and 30 scored 99.98 percentile. Candidates can download their scorecards online and proceed with MBA admission processes based on cutoffs.

December 19, 2024

• CAT 2024 results are anticipated soon on iimcat.ac.in. The exam was held on November 24 in 385 centers, and apart from 405 objections received against the official answer key, no valid objections were raised. The final answer key was released by IIM Calcutta on December 16, 2024. Candidates can check for themselves live updates, download their scorecards, and check the IIM CAT cut-offs for MBA admissions. 

December 17, 2024

• The result of CAT 2024 is expected very soon, with the final answer key coming out today. The Directorate of IIM Calcutta will announce CAT results in a day or two.

December 12, 2024

• IIM Calcutta will declare results of CAT 2024 in the second week of January 2025, perhaps on December 21 if it follows previous trends. This result can be checked in the official website of CAT-IIM. The Examination conducted on November 24, 2024 and 2.93 Lakh students attended the sessions that took place in this exam.

December 10, 2024

• IIM Calcutta is accepting applications for its Ph.D. program for 2025. Applicants must follow the guidelines on the website and submit the application form, which includes submitting documents and a candidate declaration. Aspiring candidates should ascertain that they meet the eligibility criteria before filling out the required information.
  
• The CAT 2024 results will be out soon. Candidates can check their results by logging into the official IIM CAT website. With 2.93 lakh candidates and a relatively easier exam this year, cut-offs may rise. For updates and to download the result, visit the official site at https://iimcat.ac.in/.
• IIM Calcutta has opened its doors for the admission process for the Post Graduate Program (PGP) for home applicants. The selection process is online, followed by shortlisting based on CAT scores and personal interviews. The final selection depends on factors such as academic performance, work experience, and other achievements. Applicants must scrutinize eligibility criteria and application guidelines available on the official website of IIM Calcutta before applying.
  

December 5, 2024

• The challenge window for CAT 2024 answer key will close today. The contenders wishing to raise objections against the provisional answer key have to submit their challenges till 11:55 PM. No applications will be accepted after the deadline is over. Processing any challenge is expected before the deadline closes so that all discrepancies come to the fore.

December 4, 2024

• IIM Calcutta has released the CAT 2024 answer key today and opened the objection window at 6:00 PM. Objections to the official answer key of the exam conducted on November 24, 2024, can be submitted by filling out an online form. The challenge process will remain open till 11:55 PM on December 5, 2024.

December 3, 2024

• IIM Calcutta will start the CAT 2024 answer key challenge process today, December 3, 2024, at 6:00 PM. Candidates who have objections to the official answer key for the exam conducted on November 24, 2024, can submit challenges by filling out an online application form. Further details and guidelines for the process will be available on the official website.

December 2, 2024

• CAT 2024 result can be expected by December 14 or December 20, 2024. IIM Calcutta has not announced the CAT 2024 result date. However, if the institute follows the trend of previous years, one can expect the CAT result 2024 to be out by the said dates.

November 28, 2024

• The Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Calcutta, formally invites applications for its 6-month intensive Executive Programme in Communication Strategies for Corporate Leaders, scheduled to commence in January 2025. The purpose of the program is tailored specifically to the needs of high-level executives and managers to focus on upgrading their communication strategies in preparation for the most needed advanced skills for corporate leaders in the competitive business field.
• IIM Calcutta releases candidate data for CAT 2024. According to statistics, 3.29 lakh candidates who were eligible registered, but only approximately 2.93 lakh candidates appeared in the test held on November 24, 2024, at the national level.

November 25, 2024

• IIM Calcutta conducted the CAT 2024 exam in three slots on 24 November 2024. Most of the candidates found the exam to be comparatively easier than previous years. This has led to predictions of a significant rise in the CAT cutoff, causing anxiety among test-takers about their chances of securing admission to top MBA programs at IIMs.

November 21, 2024

• What should you do in the last few minutes before the CAT 2024 exam. Candidates who have got morning slot, can’t do much but wake up early and reach their test centre by 7 am on November 24, 2024. They will have to do last minute revision a night before. But candidates who have got afternoon and forenoon shift can do some las minute preparation. Here are a few CAT 2024 last minute tips to score high.

November 15, 2024

CAT 2024 Mock Exam Scheduled for November 24; Admit Cards Now Available on the Official Website

IIM Calcutta MBA admission 2025 will be based on the CAT 2024 exam. IIMCal was established in 1961 by the Government of India in collaboration with the Government of West Bengal.

IIM Calcutta NIRF Ranking 2024 was 5th among India's top 100 management schools, and it is accredited with AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS international accreditations. IIMCal offers admission to MBA, exMBA, PGPEX-VLM, PGDBA, Executive Education (MDP/LDP), PhD and CEMS-MIM courses. Admissions are based on CAT/GMAT/NET-JRF and IIM Calcutta Aptitude Test.

In 2024, the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta recorded a 100% placement rate, and the highest package stood at INR 1.2 CPA, and the average package stood at INR 35.07 LPA. To provide the backdrop for its programs and activities, IIM Calcutta will seek to widen and sustain quality, educational freedom, dedication, responsiveness to social demands, and innovation.

IIM Calcutta Highlights 2024

IIM Calcutta has a wide range of specialities, from excellent faculty and well-built infrastructure to a technologically equipped campus. Tabulated below are the highlights of the institute.

IIM Calcutta Admission 2025

IIM Calcutta admissions 2024 are ongoing now. The institute is yet to release the final list of selected candidates. Admission to the program is granted as per the CAT score. Candidates interested in the MBA PGP, DPS, MMS, PGP, IPM, EPGDSM, and PhD programs must apply online through the official website.

The final decision is based on the candidate's CAT score, class 10th and 12th grades, gender diversity, and other factors. Following is the admission process for IIMCal:

• Firstly, the candidates should register online for the CAT 2023 exam.
• The next step is to apply for the relevant course on IIM Calcutta's official website.
• The students must then appear for the CAT 2023 exam and score well.
• IIMCal releases the list of shortlisted candidates for the Analytical Writing Test (AWT) and Personal Interview (PI) based on the CAT score.
• Selection and seat allotment are based on the Final Composite Scores (FCS).

IIMCal Eligibility Criteria

Indian Institute of Management Calcutta offers various management courses. Shown below are the eligibility criteria for a few courses offered by the institute:

PGDBA Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold 60% marks or a 6.5 CGPA in B.Tech/BE
• Degree at the master's level from a recognised institution

MBA Eligibility Criteria

• The candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree with 50% or equivalent CGPA (SC/ ST/ PWD categories can produce 45% marks)
• Must have secured a valid score in the CAT examination

Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria

• PG diploma or degree and 3-year UG degree with 50%
• Or CA (min 50%) or CS/CMA (min 55%) with a B.Com degree
• Or a 4-year B.Tech degree with a 6.5 CGPA
• Or a 10+2+5 degree for non-engineering background

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IIM Calcutta Admission Dates 2024

IIM Calcutta MBA admission for 2024 will be based on CAT scores. Below given are the important admission dates for 2024:

Indian Institute of Management Calcutta Ranking

Indian Institute of Management Calcutta is consistently ranked among the top B-Schools in India. It has received recognition from numerous national and international institutes and organisations for its outstanding academic performance.

The following table shows the IIM Calcutta ranking awarded by various organisations:

The other rankings awarded to IIM Calcutta are listed below:

• IIM Calcutta was ranked 1st by the prestigious BT-MDRA in the Best B-School Survey 2023.
• It was ranked 4th among B-schools in the Business Today Executive MBA Ranking 2023.

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IIM Calcutta Courses

IIM Calcutta offers seven different courses in the field of management at the postgraduate and doctoral levels. The courses are offered in a regular, part-time, full-time, offline and online format.

Below mentioned are the lists of courses offered at IIMCal:

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IIM Calcutta Fee Details

IIM Calcutta offers various postgraduate and doctoral programs in management. Given below are some of the fees for different courses offered by the institute:

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IIM Calcutta Cutoff

IIM Calcutta cutoff for CAT 2024 will be released soon. However, candidates must score a minimum 99 percentile in the CAT exam to get shortlisted for the Personal Interview round. The minimum cutoff for MBA admission in 2023 is 85% for the general category.

The IIM Calcutta cutoff is determined by the factors like the exam's level of difficulty, the number of candidates who took the exam, the number of people who passed the exam, the number of seats, and the institute's ranking. 

CAT 2023 Section-wise Weightage Distribution

IIM Calcutta CAT Cutoff 2023

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IIM Calcutta Placements

IIM Calcutta 2023 placements have concluded successfully with a 100% placement rate. The 2023 recruitment drive recorded 573 offers made to 465 students. The IIM Calcutta placement cell organises and coordinates the entire recruitment process. The key highlights of the placements are given below:

• The highest domestic package offered was INR 1.2 CPA.
• The highest international package offered was INR 94.82 LPA.
• The average package offered was INR 35.07 LPA.
• The median package offered was INR 33.67 LPA.

IIM Calcutta Top Recruiters

A total of 190 companies issued a total of 573 offers across various roles such as Consulting, Product Management, Sales and Marketing. Some of the top recruiters at IIMCal are shown below.

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Why Choose Indian Institute of Management Calcutta?

IIM Calcutta has a reputation for offering top-notch management education. It is the ideal global management institute where students are extraordinarily responsive to case study participation. The IIM Calcutta ranking tells a lot about how efficiently and effectively it runs.

The following criteria make IIMCal a desirable alternative for higher education.

1. Effective Management

IIM Calcutta has become one of Asia's top business schools in the last four decades and has strong industry ties. It is an efficient vehicle for promoting professional management practices in Indian organisations and attracts the top talent in India. 

2. Diverse Curriculum

IIMCal has developed into a reputable, mature institution offering top-notch management education. Through its postgraduate and doctoral level programmes, executive training programmes, research, and consulting activities, it has been leading in professionalising Indian management.

3. Faculty

Students have excellent access to a prominent faculty of thought leaders that teach the MBA programme, from the core curriculum of fundamental management skills through advanced electives and seminars.

4. Co-Curricular Activities

In addition to the required academics, the programmes allow students to engage in extracurricular activities like athletics, volunteer work, personal development, and acquiring new skills.

IIM Calcutta Infrastructure

The IIM Calcutta campus is spread over 135 acres of land. It is surrounded by stress-free and conducive surroundings, which offer a better atmosphere for the students to learn and grow. The IIM Calcutta hostel provides ample residential and recreational area for the students to network, create memories and repose after the academic schedule.

Listed below are some of the key facilities offered on the IIMCal campus:

• A/C Classrooms
• Convenience Store
• Conference Room
• Post Office
• Wi-Fi Campus
• Shuttle Service
• ATM
• TATA Hall
• Management Centre
• Hostel

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IIM Calcutta Scholarships

Indian Institute of Management Calcutta offers both scholarships and financial assistance to its students studying in various programs. Scholarships are available at IIM Calcutta from the Institute and other organisations for eligible individuals. More details about some of the scholarships of the institute are mentioned below:

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IIM Calcutta Faculty

The Indian Institute of Management Calcutta is home to the Finance Lab, HPS Research Groups, and several other centers. It has 86 esteemed faculty members in 10 different departments. Fellows of IIM Ahmedabad, such as Abhishek Goel and Amit Dhiman, are among the academic members who are working on research publications.

IIM Calcutta Departments

IIM Calcutta offers seven courses under a total of 10 departments. The academic departments of IIMCal are listed in the following table:

Indian Institute of Management Calcutta Alumni

IIM Calcutta alumni network has more than 15000 active members who have spread their wings in entertainment, management, academy, and public and social services worldwide. Some of the notable alumni of the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta are listed below, along with their professions:

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IIM Calcutta Collaborations

IIM Calcutta has signed MOUs with several international universities/ institutes for various programs such as student exchange, faculty exchange, research collaboration, etc. Mentioned below are the international partnering universities of the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta:

IIMCal Vs Other Top B-Schools

IIMCal has consecutively been ranked among the top 5 B-Schools in the country. Given below is a comparison of the Indian Institute of Management Calcutta with other top business schools in India: