The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has opened applications for its Master of Business Administration (MBA) 2026 program. The program is offered through the Shailesh J Mehta School of Management (SJMSOM). Eligible candidates can apply online directly through the official institute website, portal.iitb.ac.in. The final deadline for submitting online applications is January 31, 2026 , at 5 PM IST. All applicants must submit valid scores from the CAT 2025 examination as part of their application.
Following the application submission, the payment window for the MBA program application fee will close on February 1, 2026 , at 5 PM IST. Candidates who are shortlisted based on their CAT 2025 scores will be called for an interview round. These interviews are scheduled to take place from March 5 to March 8, 2026 . Specific interview schedules for individual candidates will be communicated directly by the institute.
Application Timeline
| Event | Date | Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| Online Application Deadline | January 31, 2026 | 5:00 PM |
| Application Fee Payment Deadline | February 1, 2026 | 5:00 PM |
| Interview Round (for shortlisted candidates) | March 5 – 8, 2026 | Not Specified |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet specific academic qualifications to apply for the IIT Bombay MBA program. Applicants need to possess a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university. The degree must be obtained with a minimum of 60% marks or an equivalent Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 6.5 on a 10-point scale. This criterion applies to general category candidates.
Relaxed eligibility criteria apply to candidates from reserved categories. For those belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Persons with Disabilities (PwD) categories, the minimum requirement is 55% marks or a CGPA of 6.0. Furthermore, students currently in their final year of an undergraduate program are eligible to apply. Their admission will be provisional, pending successful completion of their degree requirements before the MBA program officially begins.
How to Apply
The application process is entirely online. Candidates must visit the official Shailesh J Mehta School of Management admission portal at portal.iitb.ac.in. Navigate to the MBA 2026 admissions section. Applicants must register, fill out the online application form with accurate personal and academic details, and upload all necessary scanned documents. The application fee must be paid online before the stipulated deadline. Submitting the application form and fee completes the initial application stage.
Required Documents for Application
When filling the online application form, applicants are required to upload clear scanned copies of the following documents. Ensure each document adheres to the specified file size and format guidelines, if any, provided on the portal.
- Passport-size photograph: A recent digital photograph of the applicant.
- Signature: A digital image of the applicant’s signature.
- Graduation certificate or latest semester marksheet: Official proof of academic qualification. This includes provisional certificates for final-year students.
- CAT 2025 scorecard: The official score report from the Common Admission Test 2025.
- Class X and Class XII certificates: Mark sheets and certificates from secondary and higher secondary education.
- Caste, EWS, PwD certificates: Relevant certificates if applying under Economically Weaker Section (EWS) or Persons with Disabilities (PwD) categories.
- Work experience proof: Official certificates or payslips confirming duration and nature of prior work experience, if declared in the application.
Program Focus
The MBA program at IIT Bombay’s SJMSOM is structured to develop skilled managers for the evolving business landscape. The curriculum integrates core business functions such as finance, accounting, operations, and human resources. A significant emphasis of the program is on technology-driven management education, preparing students for leadership roles in technology-intensive industries.
Core subjects within the program include Technology Policy, Research and Development (R&D) Management, and Managing Technology Transfer. The curriculum also incorporates courses aimed at enhancing leadership and strategic thinking skills. These components equip students with a robust foundation for strategic decision-making and operational excellence.