Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode

IIM Kozhikode is currently ranked 3rd among management institutions in India in NIRF 2025, and the institute reports that it has maintained a top-three NIRF position for three consecutive years.

IIM Kozhikode is a preferred choice for MBA aspirants seeking a combination of academic rigour, strong placements, industry exposure, international recognition, and a vibrant residential campus experience.

• One of India's leading IIMs with a strong national reputation.

• Established in 1996 as the fifth IIM in India.

• Ranked 3rd in NIRF Management Rankings 2025.

• Located on a scenic 112.5-acre hilltop campus in Kerala.

• Flagship two-year full-time MBA programme.

• Strong emphasis on analytical and managerial decision-making.

Excellent exposure to consulting, finance, technology, operations, marketing, and general management.

• Strong corporate engagement and industry interaction.

• International academic collaborations and exchange opportunities.

• EQUIS and AMBA accredited programmes.

• Modern classrooms, computing facilities, library, hostels, and student amenities.

• Dedicated startup and entrepreneurship ecosystem through IIMK LIVE.

• Strong alumni network across leading companies and industries.

• Wide range of student clubs, interest groups, competitions, and events.

• Excellent placement outcomes with leading national and multinational recruiters.

• Strong return on investment considering the institute's placement performance and brand value.

IIM Kozhikode has achieved strong recognition in both national and international rankings.

National Recognition

According to the NIRF 2025 Management Rankings released by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, IIM Kozhikode ranked 3rd among management institutions in India. This was the institute's third consecutive top-three NIRF position.

IIM Kozhikode's official ranking page identifies the 2025 third position as its career-best NIRF ranking and notes its three-year top-three run.

IIM Kozhikode has also expanded its international academic presence.

Ranked 141st globally in Business & Management Studies in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025.

PGP/Masters in Management ranked in the 141–150 range in QS Masters in Management Rankings 2026.

PGP Finance ranked 201+ in QS Masters in Finance 2026.

PGP Business Leadership ranked in the 201–250 range in QS Global MBA Rankings 2026.

IIM Kozhikode's EPGP Kochi programme debuted at 53rd globally in the QS Online MBA Rankings 2026.

IIM Kozhikode has earned internationally recognised accreditations.

AMBA Accreditation

The institute's PGP and EPGP programmes received AMBA accreditation in 2010, making IIM Kozhikode the first IIM to receive AMBA accreditation. The accreditation was subsequently renewed in 2015, 2020 and 2023.

EQUIS Accreditation

IIM Kozhikode received EQUIS accreditation in 2021 and was re-accredited in 2024 for another five-year term. IIMK states that EQUIS accreditation placed it among a small group of Indian management institutions with the distinction of holding both AMBA and EQUIS accreditation.

The flagship Post Graduate Programme (PGP) at IIM Kozhikode leads to an MBA degree and is a two-year full-time residential management programme.

The programme is designed to develop:

• Business understanding

• Analytical thinking

• Strategic decision-making

• Leadership skills

• Communication abilities

• Problem-solving capabilities

• Managerial judgement

• Team management

• Entrepreneurial thinking

• Industry readiness

The learning environment combines academic foundations with practical business exposure through case discussions, projects, internships, competitions, presentations, simulations, and industry interactions.

The MBA curriculum provides students with a strong foundation in different areas of management.

Major academic areas include:

• Marketing Management

• Financial Management

• Accounting

• Business Economics

• Operations Management

• Strategic Management

• Organizational Behaviour

• Human Resource Management

• Business Communication

• Quantitative Methods

• Information Systems

• Business Analytics

• Supply Chain Management

• Entrepreneurship

• Corporate Strategy

• Management Science

• Decision Sciences

Students can subsequently choose electives based on their career interests and professional goals.

The IIM Kozhikode MBA provides flexibility through electives and courses across multiple management disciplines.

Major career-oriented areas include:

• Finance

• Marketing

• Consulting

• Strategy

• Operations

• Business Analytics

• Information Systems

• Human Resources

• General Management

• Product Management

• Supply Chain Management

• Entrepreneurship

• Technology Management

• Investment Banking

• Corporate Finance

• Digital Business

For the PGP 2026–28 batch, IIM Kozhikode's official admission policy requires candidates with a graduation degree to have at least 60% aggregate marks in graduation.

The graduation programme must involve at least three years of education after completion of higher secondary schooling.

Candidates who have completed CA, CMA (ICWA) or CS without necessarily holding a graduation degree can also be considered if they meet the prescribed professional qualification criteria, including the minimum marks requirement.

Candidates should have:

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification.

• Minimum 60% aggregate marks in graduation for the General category.

• Valid CAT score for the relevant admission cycle.

• Positive scaled scores in all sections of CAT for the 2026–28 admission process.

Candidates in the final year of graduation may apply subject to fulfilment of the institute's conditions.

Relevant work experience is not mandatory.

The official 2026–28 policy also specifies minimum CAT overall and sectional percentiles for eligibility.

For the flagship two-year MBA/PGP programme, the primary entrance examination is:

• CAT – Common Admission Test

Candidates must appear for CAT conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management.

For the 2026–28 IIM Kozhikode PGP admission cycle, the relevant examination was CAT 2025.

The institute considers CAT performance as a major component of its shortlisting and final selection process.

IIM Kozhikode follows a three-stage admission process for the PGP 2026–28 batch.

Candidates who selected IIM Kozhikode in their CAT application and meet the institute's minimum eligibility requirements receive instructions for online registration.

The institute clarifies that this registration is a pre-interview registration process and does not itself constitute an interview call.

Stage 2: Shortlisting

Candidates who complete Stage 1 are considered for shortlisting using an Aggregate Index Score (AIS).

For the 2026–28 batch, the Stage 2 score includes:

The institute uses academic performance, CAT performance, diversity and eligible work experience to prepare the shortlist.

Stage 3: WAT & Personal Interview

Shortlisted candidates appear for:

• Written Ability Test (WAT)

• Personal Interview (PI)

The WAT requires candidates to write an essay on a topic announced at the venue.

The Personal Interview evaluates areas such as:

• Academic background

• General awareness

• Communication skills

• Personality

• Attitude

• Social awareness

• Quality of work experience

• Overall suitability for management education

For the 2026–28 process, IIM Kozhikode scheduled WAT and PI centres in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Kozhikode, Mumbai and New Delhi.

For the final merit list of the 2026–28 PGP batch, IIM Kozhikode uses the following weightage:

The resume component considers professional qualifications such as CA/CMA/CS and professional certifications such as CFA according to the institute's prescribed rules.

The IIM Kozhikode CAT cut-off should be understood in two ways:

• Official minimum qualifying percentile

• Actual competitive percentile required for a realistic shortlist

For the PGP 2026–28 batch, the official minimum CAT percentile requirements are:

The official policy also requires the specified Class X, Class XII and graduation marks.

Expected Competitive CAT Percentile

Meeting the official minimum cutoff does not guarantee a shortlist because IIM Kozhikode uses a composite Aggregate Index Score for shortlisting.

As a practical target, aspirants should generally aim for a very high CAT percentile, often around 97–99+, depending on category, academic profile, diversity, work experience and overall applicant pool.

Important: These are indicative guidance figures, not official IIM Kozhikode cut-offs. The institute does not guarantee admission based only on CAT percentile.

For the 2026–28 batch, the programme fee for international candidates admitted to IIM Kozhikode's PGP, PGP-Finance and PGP-LSM programmes is USD 30,000 for the complete two-year programme.

• Amount

• First Year Programme Fee

• USD 15,000

• Second Year Programme Fee

• USD 15,000

• Total Programme Fee (2 Years)

• USD 30,000

The fee applies to international candidates enrolled in the specified IIM Kozhikode PGP programmes. Mess, personal expenses and other applicable charges may be additional, depending on the institute's fee structure and student requirements.

The programme fee generally covers academic and campus-related services prescribed by the institute.

These may include:

• Tuition and academic charges

• Course delivery

• Library access

• Academic resources

• Examination-related charges

• Campus infrastructure

• Computing facilities

• Student activities

• Hostel-related facilities as specified

• Academic support services

Students should separately budget for personal expenses, travel, optional certifications, laptop/computer requirements, and other individual expenses.

IIM Kozhikode provides several scholarship and financial assistance opportunities for eligible students.

The IIMK Merit Scholarship is awarded to students of PGP, PGP-Finance and PGP-LSM based on academic performance.

The institute states that the number of scholarships is approximately one scholarship for every 20 students in the first and second year.

IIMK Need-Based Financial Assistance

Students may also apply for Need-Based Financial Assistance (NBFA).

Eligibility includes:

Gross annual family income of ₹8 lakh or below, subject to institute conditions.

Students who have taken an education loan from a scheduled commercial bank may also be eligible under the applicable provisions.

Required supporting documents must be submitted.

Students may also explore:

• Government Scholarships

• State Government Scholarships

• IDFC FIRST Bank MBA Scholarship

• Mirae Asset Foundation Scholarship

• Aditya Birla Scholarship

• OPJEMS

• Other eligible external scholarships

Scholarship availability, eligibility and award amounts can vary by year.

IIM Kozhikode has a strong placement ecosystem covering consulting, finance, technology, analytics, operations, sales and marketing, and general management.

The institute's latest Final Placements Report 2025 covered the flagship PGP along with PGP Finance and PGP Liberal Studies & Management.

The 2025 placement process recorded participation from 561 students and 169 recruiters, including 57 new recruiters.

• Particular

• 2025 Statistics

• Students Participated

• 561

• Total Recruiters

• 169

• New Recruiters

• 57

• International Offers

• 13

• Highest CTC

• ₹81 LPA

• Mean CTC

• ₹28.18 LPA

• Median CTC

• ₹27.50 LPA

• Mean CTC – Female Students

• ₹31.04 LPA

• Top 5%ile CTC

• ₹49 LPA

• Top 10%ile CTC

• ₹46.71 LPA

• Top 20%ile CTC

• ₹42.53 LPA

These figures are from IIM Kozhikode's official 2025 final placement report.

The 2025 final placement report showed strong hiring across multiple business functions.

Consulting was the largest recruiting domain, accounting for 32% of offers, while finance accounted for 19.2%.

IIM Kozhikode attracts recruiters from a wide range of sectors.

Consulting

• Bain & Company

• Boston Consulting Group (BCG)

• Accenture Strategy

• Deloitte

• EY

• KPMG

• PwC

• Kearney

• Banking & Financial Services

• Goldman Sachs

• JP Morgan

• Citi

• Barclays

• HSBC

• HDFC Bank

• ICICI Bank

• Axis Bank

• Technology & Analytics

• Microsoft

• Amazon

• Walmart

• Target

• Flipkart

• Cognizant

• HCL Technologies

• Ola

• UKG

• FMCG & Consumer

• Hindustan Unilever

• PepsiCo

• ITC

• Reckitt

• Kenvue

• Asian Paints

• Marico

• General Management & Other Sectors

• Aditya Birla Group

• Tata Administrative Services

• Maruti Suzuki

• Godrej Properties

• Capgemini

• Zomato

• Reliance Industries

Note: Recruiters and the number of participating companies can change every year according to hiring requirements and market conditions. The official 2025 placement report should be referred to for the latest verified recruiter information.

Summer internships are an important component of the two-year MBA programme.

Students get opportunities to work with organisations across:

• Consulting

• Finance

• Banking

• FMCG

• Technology

• E-commerce

• Manufacturing

• Analytics

• Operations

• Marketing

• General Management

Internships help students apply classroom concepts to real business problems and can also lead to Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs), depending on recruiter policies and student performance.

IIM Kozhikode's campus is spread across approximately 112.5 acres on two hillocks in the Kunnamangalam area of Kozhikode. The campus is designed to provide a residential academic environment with modern infrastructure and extensive student facilities.

Students have access to:

• Air-Conditioned Classrooms

• Lecture Halls

• Seminar Halls

• Discussion Rooms

• Computer Facilities

• Business Simulation Labs

• Ideation Labs

• Behavioural & Financial Computation Labs

• Video Conferencing Facilities

• Bloomberg and Thomson Reuters databases

• High-Speed Campus Network

IIM Kozhikode also maintains a campus-wide network connecting academic buildings and hostels, with Wi-Fi access across the campus.

Library

The institute provides access to extensive academic and business research resources through its library.

Students can access:

• Books

• E-books

• Academic Journals

• Business Databases

• Research Publications

• Digital Resources

• Financial Databases

• Online Learning Resources

• Hostel Facilities

IIM Kozhikode is a residential institute and provides on-campus accommodation.

The institute reports 20 hostels capable of accommodating around 1,400 students, with LAN and Wi-Fi connectivity available in hostel rooms.

Hostel facilities include:

• Student Rooms

• Wi-Fi Connectivity

• Dining Facilities

• Common Areas

• Recreation Facilities

• Laundry Facilities

• Security

• Campus Medical Support

• Sports & Recreation

Students can participate in various sports and recreational activities.

Facilities and activities may include:

• Cricket

• Football

• Basketball

• Volleyball

• Badminton

• Table Tennis

• Tennis

• Gymnasium

• Fitness Activities

• Indoor Games

• Other Campus Facilities

The campus also includes:

• Cafeterias

• Eating Points

• Guest Facilities

• Medical Support

• Student Activity Areas

• Auditoriums

• Business Museum

• Computing Facilities

• Recreation Areas

• Campus Wi-Fi

Student life at IIM Kozhikode goes beyond academics. The residential environment encourages students to participate in clubs, committees, competitions, conferences, cultural events, sports and entrepreneurship activities.

Students can participate in activities related to:

• Marketing

• Finance

• Consulting

• Entrepreneurship

• Operations

• Analytics

• Human Resources

• Technology

• Sports

• Cultural Activities

• Literary Activities

• Social Responsibility

• Media & Communications

• Major Student Activities

Students participate in:

• Business Competitions

• Case Competitions

• Management Festivals

• Cultural Events

• Sports Tournaments

• Leadership Events

• Entrepreneurship Competitions

• Industry Conferences

• Guest Lectures

• Alumni Interaction

• National and International Competitions

These activities help students strengthen their communication, leadership, teamwork, networking and problem-solving abilities.

IIM Kozhikode has developed an active entrepreneurship ecosystem.

One of its key initiatives is IIMK LIVE, a startup incubation centre that supports entrepreneurship and innovation.

Students can benefit from:

• Startup Mentorship

• Business Idea Development

• Entrepreneurship Workshops

• Incubation Support

• Networking Opportunities

• Industry Mentoring

• Innovation Events

• Startup Competitions

The institute's broader ecosystem supports research, innovation, entrepreneurship and industry collaboration.

IIM Kozhikode has a multidisciplinary faculty with expertise across major management fields.

Academic areas include:

• Economics

• Finance, Accounting & Control

• Marketing Management

• Organizational Behaviour & Human Resource Management

• Information Systems

• Decision Sciences & Operations Management

• Strategic Management

• Humanities & Liberal Arts in Management

Faculty members contribute to teaching, research, consulting, conferences, executive education and industry-oriented projects.

Research is an important component of IIM Kozhikode's academic ecosystem.

Major areas of research include:

• Business Analytics

• Artificial Intelligence

• Finance

• Marketing

• Operations Research

• Supply Chain Management

• Economics

• Strategy

• Human Resources

• Organizational Behaviour

• Technology Management

• Digital Transformation

• Entrepreneurship

• Sustainability

• Public Policy

Students benefit from access to research centres, academic databases, laboratories and interdisciplinary opportunities.

IIM Kozhikode has established academic collaborations with institutions and organisations across different parts of the world.

Students can gain international exposure through:

• Student Exchange Programmes

• International Conferences

• International Immersion

• Global Guest Lectures

• Faculty Exchanges

• International Research Collaborations

• Overseas Academic Partnerships

The institute's internationalisation initiatives support global business understanding and cross-cultural learning.

IIM Kozhikode has developed a strong alumni community working across diverse industries and geographies.

Alumni are associated with:

• Consulting Firms

• Banks

• Financial Institutions

• Technology Companies

• FMCG Companies

• Manufacturing Organisations

• Startups

• E-commerce

• Government and Public Sector

• Entrepreneurship

The alumni network contributes through:

• Career Mentoring

• Guest Lectures

• Industry Interaction

• Networking

• Entrepreneurship Guidance

• Alumni Events

• Professional Connections

An MBA from IIM Kozhikode can open career opportunities across multiple industries and functional areas.

Popular Job Roles

• Management Consultant

• Strategy Consultant

• Business Analyst

• Product Manager

• Investment Banker

• Financial Analyst

• Marketing Manager

• Brand Manager

• Business Development Manager

• Operations Manager

• Supply Chain Manager

• Data & Business Analyst

• Technology Consultant

• General Management Associate

• Category Manager

• Program Manager

• Project Manager

• Entrepreneur

• Industries Hiring IIM Kozhikode Graduates

• Consulting

• Banking & Financial Services

• Information Technology

• Technology & Product

• FMCG

• Manufacturing

• E-commerce

• Retail

• Analytics

• Telecommunications

• Logistics

• Energy

• Consumer Goods

• Startups

For the IIM Kozhikode PGP 2026–28 batch, admission was based on CAT 2025. The institute's official policy states that the Stage 2 shortlist was expected around the second week of January 2026, while admission offers were expected around the first week of May 2026.

Event

• Timeline for 2026–28 Batch

• CAT 2025 Registration

• August–September 2025

• CAT 2025 Examination

• November 2025

• CAT 2025 Result

• December 2025

• IIMK Stage 1 Registration

• After CAT result

• Stage 2 Shortlist

• Around January 2026

• WAT & PI

• February–March 2026

• Admission Offers

• Around May 2026

• Registration

• As per institute schedule

• MBA Commencement

• 2026

Important: The above timeline refers to the 2026–28 admission cycle, which used CAT 2025. Candidates preparing for CAT 2026 should follow the admission notification for the 2027–29 batch when released.

IIM Kozhikode offers strong career outcomes across consulting, finance, technology, operations and general management.

The combination of IIM Kozhikode's brand, strong placement outcomes, industry exposure and international recognition makes the MBA programme a competitive option for students targeting high-growth management careers.

IIM Kozhikode stands out because of its combination of academic excellence, strong national ranking, international accreditation, industry exposure and distinctive residential campus.

The institute offers students:

• Top-3 NIRF Management ranking

• Strong IIM brand value

• Two-year residential MBA

• High-quality faculty

• Strong consulting and finance recruitment

• Technology and analytics career opportunities

• International exposure

• EQUIS and AMBA accreditation

• Entrepreneurship ecosystem

• Strong alumni network

• Modern campus infrastructure

• Excellent student life

Its hilltop campus in Kerala also provides a unique learning environment that combines academic intensity with a scenic and residential setting.

The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIM Kozhikode) has established itself as one of India's premier management institutions through its academic excellence, industry engagement, research orientation, international recognition and strong placement performance.

Its flagship two-year MBA programme offers students an opportunity to develop strong managerial, analytical and leadership skills while gaining practical exposure through internships, case competitions, industry interactions, student activities and experiential learning.

With a 3rd position in the NIRF 2025 Management Rankings, international accreditations including AMBA and EQUIS, a strong corporate recruiter base and a 2025 highest CTC of ₹81 LPA, IIM Kozhikode remains a highly competitive choice for MBA aspirants seeking careers in consulting, finance, technology, analytics, operations, marketing and general management.

The flagship IIM Kozhikode MBA is the Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP). For the 2026–28 batch, the programme is designed as a full-time postgraduate management programme. IIM Kozhikode also offers programmes such as PGP in Finance and PGP in Liberal Studies & Management.

4. What is the IIM Kozhikode MBA duration?

The flagship IIM Kozhikode PGP is a two-year full-time residential management programme. Students undertake core management courses followed by electives and practical learning opportunities.

For IIM Kozhikode MBA Admission 2026–28, domestic candidates must have a valid CAT 2025 score. Candidates must obtain a positive scaled score in all sections of CAT 2025 to be considered under the stated admission criteria.

For the IIM Kozhikode MBA Admission 2026–28 cycle, candidates with a bachelor's degree generally need at least 60% aggregate marks. Candidates with CA, CMA or CS qualifications can also be eligible with at least 50% aggregate marks in the respective qualification, subject to the official admission conditions.

For the IIM Kozhikode PGP Admission 2026–28 cycle, the published minimum overall CAT 2025 percentile requirements are:

• General: 85 percentile

• OBC-NCL/EWS: 75 percentile

• SC: 65 percentile

• ST/PwD: 55 percentile

The applicable sectional CAT cutoff is 75 for General, 65 for OBC-NCL/EWS, 55 for SC and 45 for ST/PwD candidates. The institute also specifies minimum Class 10 and Class 12 requirements.

8. Is 85 percentile enough for IIM Kozhikode?

For General-category candidates, 85 percentile meets the published minimum overall CAT requirement for the IIM Kozhikode MBA Admission 2026–28 cycle. However, meeting the minimum IIM Kozhikode CAT Cutoff 2026 does not guarantee admission. The final selection considers CAT 2025, Personal Interview, Written Ability Test and resume score.

For the 2026–28 batch, IIM Kozhikode has published a PGP Fee Structure 2026–28 on its official website. The institute's current fee document should be used for the exact programme-wise amount and applicable components rather than using an older batch's fee figure.

Yes. The IIM Kozhikode PGP is a residential management programme, and students have access to campus accommodation and student facilities. The institute's programme fee documentation includes applicable accommodation-related components.

11. Does IIM Kozhikode offer MBA in Finance?

Yes. IIM Kozhikode offers the Post Graduate Programme in Finance (PGP-Finance). The IIM Kozhikode PGP-Finance 2026–28 has a separate admission policy and fee structure for the current batch.

12. What is the IIM Kozhikode MBA Batch 2026–28?

The current flagship IIM Kozhikode MBA Batch 2026–28 is the latest PGP cohort. Admission to this batch follows the institute's published 2026–28 admission policy, which uses CAT 2025 and a multi-stage selection process.

Yes. The IIM Kozhikode MBA programme provides students with opportunities for practical industry exposure, including internship and experiential learning opportunities during the programme.

Yes. IIM Kozhikode international exposure includes opportunities for international immersion, academic collaborations and global learning experiences. The institute also provides international programmes for students and international candidates.

15. Is IIM Kozhikode good for Finance?

Yes. IIM Kozhikode MBA Finance can be a strong option for students interested in financial services and finance-related careers. The institute also has a dedicated PGP-Finance programme for candidates seeking specialised management education in finance.

16. Is IIM Kozhikode good for Consulting?

Yes. IIM Kozhikode MBA Consulting is a suitable pathway for students interested in management and strategy consulting. The programme develops analytical, managerial, communication and leadership skills that are relevant to consulting careers.

17. Is IIM Kozhikode good for Technology and Product Management?

Yes. IIM Kozhikode Product Management and technology-related career paths are suitable for students interested in digital businesses, technology strategy and product roles. The management curriculum provides exposure to analytical decision-making, strategy and business management.

18. Does IIM Kozhikode support entrepreneurship?

Yes. IIM Kozhikode entrepreneurship is supported through its student and institutional ecosystem. Students interested in startups, innovation and new ventures can explore entrepreneurship-related activities, mentorship and business opportunities.

After completing the IIM Kozhikode MBA, graduates can explore career opportunities in:

• Consulting

• Finance

• Investment Banking

• Marketing

• Product Management

• Technology

• Strategy

• Operations

• General Management

• Business Analytics

• Entrepreneurship

The programme develops management, analytical and leadership capabilities that can be applied across multiple industries.

20. Is IIM Kozhikode worth it in 2026?

For students seeking a leading management institute with a strong academic environment, industry exposure and diverse career opportunities, IIM Kozhikode MBA 2026 can be a strong choice. Candidates should compare IIM Kozhikode MBA Fees 2026, CAT requirements, eligibility, career goals and programme fit before making their final decision. The 2026–28 admission process evaluates candidates through CAT 2025, WAT, PI and resume-related parameters.