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The Vinod Gupta School of Management (VGSoM) at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) is one of the earliest established management schools within the IIT system, dedicated to excellence in management education, research, and practice. VGSoM blends analytical rigour with practical insights, offering programmes that nurture future leaders and innovators in business and public policy. The School is renowned for its strong academic foundation, industry engagement, and emphasis on experiential learning.

Programmes Offered

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) – A two-year, full-time residential postgraduate programme focusing on advanced management education and skills development.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for admission to the MBA programme:

  1. Academic Qualifications
    • A Bachelor’s degree of minimum four-year duration in Engineering/Technology/Pharmacy OR
    • A Master’s degree in Science, Economics, or Commerce (with Mathematics or Statistics at the undergraduate level).
  2. Minimum Academic Performance
    • General / EWS / OBC(NCL): Minimum 60% marks or CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale.
    • SC / ST / PwD: Minimum 55% marks or CGPA of 6.0 on a 10-point scale.
  3. Provisional Candidates
    • Candidates appearing for their final year or awaiting results may apply; selected candidates must submit a certificate by the specified deadline confirming completion of degree requirements.
  4. Health Requirements
    • Applicants must be in good health; PwD candidates seeking admission to the MBA programme must appear before an institute medical board as required.

Important Dates

The MBA admission cycle for the 2026–28 batch includes the following key dates:

  • Opening of Online Application Form: 25 December 2025 (03:00 PM)
  • Last Date to Submit Application: 31 January 2026 (05:00 PM)
  • Announcement of Shortlists for Written Aptitude Test & Personal Interview (WAT-PI): Tentatively by 15 February 2026

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official VGSoM MBA admissions portal at https://som.iitkgp.ac.in/MBA//.
  2. Complete the online application form after CAT 2025 results are declared.
  3. Upload all required documents, including academic transcripts and CAT score details.
  4. Pay the prescribed application fee while submitting the form.
  5. Shortlisted candidates will be called for the Written Aptitude Test and Personal Interview (WAT-PI) as part of the selection process.

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