IIFT MBA 2026-28 fee payment requires you to pay Rs. 3.2 lakh as the first installment online through the official admission portal within the deadline in your offer letter to confirm your seat.
The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) offers the MBA in International Business (MBA-IB) programme across its Delhi, Kolkata and Kakinada campuses. After the final merit list is declared, selected students must complete the fee payment within the stipulated deadline to lock in their seat for the 2026-28 batch. The total programme fee is Rs. 21.82 lakhs for IIFT Delhi and Rs. 21.32 lakhs for IIFT Kolkata, covering tuition, library, internet, medical insurance, hostel (double occupancy), boarding, student activities and alumni charges.
- The first installment (seat confirmation) is Rs. 3.2 lakh, payable online after receiving the admission offer letter.
- IIFT Delhi total fee is Rs. 21.82 lakhs; IIFT Kolkata total fee is Rs. 21.32 lakhs for the 2-year programme.
- Students on the waitlist must pay a refundable fee of Rs. 20,000 to retain their waitlist position.
- Payment is accepted via net banking, credit card, debit card or UPI.
- SC/ST/PwD students get 50% relaxation on tuition fee only; all other charges remain the same.
- Failing to pay before the last date results in automatic cancellation of the seat allotment.
IIFT MBA 2026-28 Fee Structure
The IIFT MBA-IB programme fee covers tuition, library, internet, medical insurance, hostel on double occupancy basis, boarding and student activity charges. The fee varies by campus and student category. The table below shows the campus-wise breakup:
| Category / Campus | Total Programme Fee | Refundable Security Deposit |
|---|---|---|
| MBA-IB — IIFT Delhi (General / OBC / EWS) | Rs. 21.82 lakhs | Rs. 10,000 |
| MBA-IB — IIFT Kolkata (General / OBC / EWS) | Rs. 21.32 lakhs | Rs. 10,000 |
| MBA-IB — IIFT Kakinada | Rs. 19.68 lakhs (excl. boarding and lodging) | Rs. 10,000 |
| MBA-IB — NRI / Foreign Nationals (Delhi) | US$ 60,000 + Rs. 3,36,514 | Rs. 10,000 |
| MBA Business Analytics — IIFT Delhi | Rs. 17.87 lakhs | Rs. 5,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD (tuition component only) | 50% relaxation on tuition fee; all other charges remain unchanged | |
The seat confirmation installment is Rs. 3.2 lakh, paid at the time of offer acceptance. The remaining balance toward the total fee is paid before or at the time of physical reporting. Students on the waitlist must pay a refundable fee of Rs. 20,000 to stay in the waitlist movement; this amount is refunded in full if a seat is not allotted.
Fee Payment Schedule and Last Date
IIFT specifies the fee payment deadline in the individual offer letter sent to selected students. The last date for the seat confirmation installment is typically 5 to 7 days from the date the offer letter is dispatched. The IIFT MBA 2026-28 programme is scheduled to commence in June 2026.
| Admission Stage | Expected Timeline (2026) |
|---|---|
| GD and PI Rounds | March – April 2026 |
| Final Merit List Declaration | Last week of April 2026 |
| Offer Letters Issued to Selected Students | May – June 2026 |
| Last Date for Seat Confirmation Fee Payment | As per individual offer letter (check iift.ac.in) |
| Balance Fee Payment | Before physical reporting date |
| Programme Commencement | June / July 2026 |
IIFT does not typically extend fee payment deadlines. Complete the payment at least 24 hours before the last date to avoid any gateway-related delays.
Step-by-Step Online Fee Payment Process
IIFT collects the seat confirmation fee and all subsequent installments exclusively through the online admission portal. Follow these steps to complete your IIFT MBA 2026-28 fee payment without errors:
- Visit iift.ac.in and navigate to the New Admissions section or click the MBA-IB 2026-28 fee payment link on the admissions page.
- Log in with your registered credentials — use the application number and password created at applyadmission.net/iift2026/, or the login ID provided in your offer letter.
- Open the fee payment section on your dashboard. The payable amount for the seat confirmation installment (Rs. 3.2 lakh) will be pre-populated based on your allotment.
- Verify your details — confirm your name, allotted campus (Delhi, Kolkata or Kakinada), programme (MBA-IB or MBA-BA) and roll number. Contact the IIFT admissions office before proceeding if any detail appears incorrect.
- Select a payment mode — net banking, credit card, debit card or UPI — and proceed to the secure payment gateway.
- Complete the transaction. Do not press the back button or refresh the page during processing to avoid a failed transaction.
- Download your payment receipt immediately after a successful payment. The receipt displays your transaction ID and confirmation number. Keep a printout for physical document verification.
- Check your registered email for a payment confirmation from IIFT within 24 to 48 hours. If no confirmation arrives, log in to the portal to verify payment status before raising a query.
If the amount is debited but no receipt is generated: wait 48 hours before contacting IIFT. Do not initiate a second payment. The amount usually auto-reverses within 5 to 7 working days if the transaction failed at the gateway end.
Details Required for Fee Payment
Keep the following information and documents ready before you begin the online fee payment process to avoid interruptions:
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Portal Login ID | Application number from applyadmission.net/iift2026/ or offer letter login ID |
| Password | Created during initial registration; use the Forgot Password link to reset |
| Offer / Allotment Letter | To confirm fee amount, campus details and payment deadline |
| Valid Payment Instrument | Net banking, credit / debit card or UPI with sufficient limit (Rs. 3.2 lakh) |
| Registered Mobile Number | For OTP verification during the payment transaction |
| Registered Email ID | For payment acknowledgement and all future admission communications from IIFT |
What to Do After Fee Payment
Completing the online fee payment is the first step to confirming your IIFT MBA 2026-28 seat. Follow these steps after payment to complete your admission formalities:
- Save the payment receipt — download and print the PDF receipt. You must submit it during physical document verification at the allotted campus.
- Track reporting date on iift.ac.in — IIFT will notify you of document verification and orientation schedule via email and the admission portal.
- Prepare original documents — Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and passing certificates, graduation degree or provisional certificate, CAT 2025 scorecard, category certificate (OBC, SC, ST, EWS or PwD, if applicable) and a valid photo ID with passport-size photographs.
- Apply for hostel accommodation if needed — the programme fee covers double occupancy hostel. Apply for a different occupancy type separately during campus reporting if required.
- Waitlisted students — if you receive a subsequent seat offer after paying the Rs. 20,000 waitlist fee, the balance confirmation amount will be specified in the new offer letter. Pay within that new deadline.
IIFT MBA 2026-28 Fee Payment FAQs
Ques. How much is the IIFT MBA 2026-28 seat confirmation fee?
Ans. The seat confirmation installment for IIFT MBA 2026-28 is Rs. 3.2 lakh, covering the admission confirmation fee and the first semester fee. The remaining balance toward the total programme fee (Rs. 21.82 lakhs for Delhi and Rs. 21.32 lakhs for Kolkata) is paid before or at the time of physical reporting.
Ques. What is the last date for IIFT MBA 2026-28 fee payment?
Ans. The last date for seat confirmation fee payment is specified in your individual offer letter from IIFT and is typically 5 to 7 days from the date of issue. Check iift.ac.in and your registered email regularly for the exact deadline applicable to your allotment round.
Ques. What happens if I miss the IIFT fee payment deadline?
Ans. Missing the fee payment deadline results in automatic cancellation of your seat allotment. The seat is then offered to the next student on the waitlist. IIFT does not typically reinstate cancelled seats, so complete the payment well before the last date.
Ques. Is the IIFT waitlist fee of Rs. 20,000 refundable?
Ans. Yes. The Rs. 20,000 waitlist fee is refundable in full if you do not receive a seat allotment during waitlist movement. If you receive and confirm a seat, the waitlist fee is adjusted against the total payable amount.
Ques. Do SC/ST/PwD students pay a lower fee at IIFT?
Ans. Yes. SC/ST/PwD students receive a 50% relaxation on the tuition fee component only. All other charges including hostel, library, internet, medical insurance and student activity fees remain unchanged.
Ques. Is the IIFT MBA fee the same across all campuses?
Ans. No. The total programme fee at IIFT Delhi is Rs. 21.82 lakhs, at IIFT Kolkata it is Rs. 21.32 lakhs and at IIFT Kakinada it is Rs. 19.68 lakhs (excluding boarding and lodging). A refundable security deposit of Rs. 10,000 is applicable at all three campuses.








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