Archive · 29 Jan 2026
IIT Madras Extends MBA Deadline
IIT Madras has pushed back the application deadline for its 2-year MBA programme to February 8.
This is to give more people, like recent graduates and those with work experience, a chance to apply.
The programme has a 100% job placement rate, with the highest salary offered being Rs 35.5 lakh per year.
To get in, you need a good score in the CAT 2025 exam if you're from India, or GMAT if you're from another country.
You also need at least 60% marks in your undergraduate degree.
The programme starts in July 2026 and includes classes, case studies, a summer internship, and a final project.
Interviews for admission will happen in March in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Chennai.
IIT Madras extends MBA application deadline to February 8 to accommodate more applicants.
Programme offers 100% placement with highest package at Rs 35.5 lakh per annum.
Admissions based on CAT 2025 scores for Indian nationals and GMAT for foreign nationals.
Curriculum includes classroom teaching, case discussions, summer internship, and capstone project.
Personal interviews scheduled in March across multiple cities including Mumbai, Delhi, and Chennai.
- Who
- IIT Madras Department of Management Studies
- What
- Extended application deadline for 2-year MBA programme
- When
- Deadline extended to February 8, programme starts July 2026
- Where
- IIT Madras, Chennai
- Why
- To accommodate more aspirants, including fresh graduates and experienced professionals
- Programme Duration
- 2 years
- Application Deadline
- February 8
- Admission Scores
- CAT 2025 for Indian nationals, GMAT for foreign nationals
- Minimum Eligibility
- 60% in undergraduate degree (55% for SC, ST, PwD)
- Highest Package
- Rs 35.5 lakh per annum
- Placement Record
- 100%
- Programme Start
- July 2026
