IIFT: Exam details all you need to know

IIFT MBA Admissions 2024: Key Details

The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) will not conduct its traditional entrance exam for the MBA (International Business) program for 2024. Instead, admissions will be based on CAT 2023 scores. Here's an overview of the revised process and other important updates.

Admission Process Overview

IIFT MBA applications for the 2024 intake are currently open, and the last date to register is December 16, 2023. Candidates will be shortlisted for Group Discussions (GD) and Personal Interviews (PI) in February-March 2024. Final results will be declared by May 2024.

Previously, the entrance test was conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) in Computer-Based Testing (CBT) mode, featuring sections like Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation, and General Knowledge. However, the 2024 selection process will solely rely on CAT scores.

IIFT Exam Highlights 2025

The IIFT (Indian Institute of Foreign Trade) entrance exam, traditionally conducted in December, witnessed approximately 30,000 applicants annually. However, for the 2024-25 academic session and the upcoming 2025 session, the entrance test will not take place. Admissions will be based on CAT scores. Below is a summary of the significant aspects of the previous IIFT exams:

Feature	Details
Exam Name	IIFT Exam
Conducting Authority	National Testing Agency (NTA)
Exam Frequency	Once a year
Exam Mode	Online (CBT Mode)
Duration	2 hours (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)
Syllabus	VARC, Quantitative Analysis, LRDI, General Knowledge
Question Format	110 MCQs
Language	English
Fees	INR 3,000 (General); INR 2,500 (Reserved Categories)
Purpose	Admission to MBA-IB at IIFT Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada
Seats Available	Approx. 400
Applicants (2023)	30,622
Test Cities	63
Contact	Helpline: 0120-6895200
Website	IIFT Official Website

IIFT Eligibility Criteria 2025

Candidates must meet the following criteria to be eligible for IIFT's MBA programs:

• Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s degree (minimum 3 years) in any discipline from a recognized university.

• Minimum Marks: General category candidates require a minimum of 50%, while SC/ST/PwD candidates need 45%.

• Final-Year Students: Those awaiting graduation results may apply, but they must submit proof of qualification by the stipulated deadline.

• Professional Degrees: Candidates holding equivalent qualifications (e.g., CA, CS) are also eligible.

  
  

IIFT Application Process 2025

The IIFT 2025 application process is conducted entirely online. Candidates must complete the registration process on the official website. The steps are as follows:

1. Visit the official IIFT website: IIFT MBA Registration.

2. Select ‘Apply for IIFT MBA (IB) 2025-27’ and begin the new registration.

3. Fill in basic details, set a password, and choose a security question.

4. Note down the system-generated application number.

5. Log in using the application number and complete the form with accurate details.

6. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and relevant certificates.

7. Pay the application fee through debit/credit card, net banking, or e-wallets.

   
   

IIFT Syllabus 2025

The syllabus for IIFT aligns with that of other top MBA entrance exams. It includes topics from Verbal Ability, Quantitative Analysis, Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, and General Awareness:

Sections	Key Topics
VARC	Reading Comprehension, Synonyms, Jumbled Paragraphs
Quantitative Analysis	Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Modern Math
LRDI	Graphs, Puzzles, Coding-Decoding, Data Tables
General Knowledge	Current Affairs, Static GK

IIFT Exam Pattern

The last IIFT exam conducted in 2023 followed this structure:

Section	No. of Questions	Marks per Question
Verbal Ability (VARC)	35	3
Logical Reasoning	30	3
Quantitative Aptitude	25	3
General Knowledge	20	1.5

Total marks: 300 (with negative marking for incorrect answers).

IIFT Admission Process 2025

For the 2025 admission process, IIFT will shortlist candidates based on CAT scores. The steps are outlined below:

1. Shortlisting for GD-PI: Candidates meeting the cut-offs will qualify for the next rounds.

2. Extempore: Candidates are given a topic (business or general affairs) to present their views briefly.

3. Personal Interview: Panelists evaluate candidates on academic background, communication, and leadership potential.

4. Final Selection: Results are communicated to successful candidates via email.

   
   

IIFT Cut-offs for 2024

Cut-offs for 2025 admissions will be shared later. The 2024 cut-offs (category-wise) are provided below:

Category	MBA-IB Cut-Off	MBA-BA Cut-Off
General	57.5	62
EWS/OBC-NCL	52.5	57
SC/ST/PwD	47.5	52

Contact Information

For any inquiries or assistance:

• NTA Office Address: Block C-20/1A/8, Sector 62, Gautam Buddh Nagar, Noida - 201309 (UP)

• Helpline: 0120-6895200 (9:30 AM - 6:00 PM on working days)

• Website: IIFT Official Website

For payment-related queries:

• ICICI Bank: Contact Karan Sinha (8826107923)

• Paytm: Reach out at education.support@paytm.com