· Integrated MBA (IMBA) programme integrates BBA in Analytics
(Honours) with MBA in Data Science &
Artificial Intelligence (DS&AI)
· The intake for the academic year 2026–27 is 80 seats, including 20% female-only supernumerary seats, reinforcing the institute’s commitment to gender
diversity.
Mandi : Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi, one of India’s leading
IITs, invites application for its third batch of five-year integrated MBA (IMBA) programme
for the academic year 2026-27. The IMBA programme at IIT Mandi offers students
a unique opportunity to pursue a master’s degree in management immediately
after Class 12 by integrating undergraduate and postgraduate studies into a
single programme. It aims to build a strong foundation for successful careers
in today’s dynamic and technology-driven business environment.
The
IMBA programme integrates BBA
in Analytics (Honours) with MBA in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (DS&AI),
offering a comprehensive academic pathway that combines business management
with advanced analytics and AI-driven learning. The programme is designed to
equip students with strong business acumen along with capabilities in data
science and artificial intelligence, preparing them for leadership roles in a
data-driven world.
A
key highlight of the programme is its flexible
structure with multiple exit options, enabling students to earn recognised
qualifications at different stages of their academic journey. After completion of 3 years, students are awarded a Bachelor of Business Administration in
Analytics (BBA Analytics), after completing 4 Years, student will receive a Bachelor of Business Administration in
Analytics (Honours) and after
completion the full five-year programme
graduate with an Integrated MBA in Data Science and AI (IMBA). To be eligible to progress to the final
two years, students are required to secure a minimum CGPA of 5.00 out of 10 by
the end of Year 3.
The
curriculum seamlessly blends management principles with cutting-edge analytical
and AI-based courses. Students gain exposure to the business applications of
data science and artificial intelligence across multiple functional domains.
The programme also facilitates industrial exposure through a semester-long internship,
enabling students to gain practical, real-world experience. In addition, the
programme fosters entrepreneurship by providing access to the IIT Mandi
incubation ecosystem and offers a year-long
sabbatical option for students with holistic development
integrating business ethics, human behaviour, and the Indian Knowledge System.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants
meeting all the following criteria are eligible to apply:
· JEE Main Score: Must have obtained the
minimum NTA score in JEE (Main) 2026 (Paper 1) required to be eligible for JEE
(Advanced) 2026.
· The final NTA score for
JEE (Main) 2026 Paper-1 must be equal to or higher than the category-wise cut-off NTA score for
appearing in JEE (Advanced) 2026 for Paper-1 (B.E./B.Tech.) as
mentioned in the JEE (Main) 2026 scorecard.
· Academic Background: Must have compulsorily
studied Mathematics and English at the Class 12 (or equivalent) level.
· Academic Performance: Must have secured a
minimum of 75% marks in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
Admissions Process:
Applicants will be shortlisted based on their final NTA scores
obtained in the JEE (Main) Examination (Paper-1) 2026. A select number of
shortlisted applicants will be invited for a personal interview. The final
selection will be based on a composite score computed by giving 70% weightage
to the final NTA score in the JEE (Main) Examination (Paper-1) 2026 and a 30%
weightage to the performance in the personal interview. The intake for the
academic year 2026–27 has been increased to 80 seats,
including 20% female-only supernumerary seats, reinforcing the
institute’s commitment to gender diversity.