MBA Eligibility 2026
For the 2026-27 intake, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad states that candidates need a graduation degree or equivalent recognised qualification in any discipline with first class or at least 60% marks/6.0 CGPA. The threshold is 55%/5.5 CGPA for SC/ST/PwD candidates as specified by the institute.
The 2026-27 MBA admission notice requires a valid CAT 2025 score for MBA and MBA in Business Analytics.
MBA Selection Process
The current admission cycle uses the CAT score as the qualifying test route followed by the institute's selection process, including personal interview. Candidates can apply for both MBA programmes through the institute portal.
| Stage | 2026-27 information |
|---|---|
| Application opens | 24 December 2025 |
| Last date | 31 January 2026 |
| Personal interview | Feb 19-22, Mar 14-16, Mar 22-24, Mar 28-29, 2026 |
| Result | First week of May 2026, tentative |
MBA Fees 2026
The official 2026 brochure lists the semester fees below. Mess charges of ₹19,500 per semester are additional according to the brochure, and the institute notes that the semester fee is under revision.
| Semester | UR/OBC/EWS | SC/ST/PwD |
|---|---|---|
| I | ₹1,16,400 | ₹41,400 |
| II | ₹86,700 | ₹11,700 |
| III | ₹95,700 | ₹20,700 |
| IV | ₹86,700 | ₹11,700 |
Students should verify the payable amount in the final offer and fee notice before payment.
MBA Placements & Career Outcomes
Career outcomes should be evaluated using programme-specific placement data when available. IIT (ISM) has an established placement ecosystem across technical, energy, mining, analytics, consulting, finance and general management roles. Do not compare only the highest CTC; look at average and median compensation, recruiter mix and role quality.
Read the placement analysis →Student Discussion: Is IIT (ISM) MBA Right for You?
The key question is whether the institute's engineering-industry ecosystem and management curriculum match your career goal. Candidates interested in analytics, energy, operations, consulting or industrial sectors may find the ecosystem particularly relevant, but the programme should be judged on current placement outcomes and curriculum.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad MBA FAQs
Does IIT (ISM) Dhanbad accept CAT for MBA?
Yes. The 2026-27 admission notice requires a valid CAT 2025 score.
What is the MBA eligibility?
Graduation in any discipline with first class or 60%/6.0 CGPA; 55%/5.5 CGPA is specified for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
Can I apply for both MBA programmes?
Yes. The institute states that candidates can apply for both MBA and MBA in Business Analytics.