IIFT MBA 2026-28 seat acceptance opens on June 27, 2026 — if you are on the final merit list, log in to the official admission portal at applyadmission.net/iift2026, accept your offer letter, and pay ₹3.2 lakh as the first installment fee before the deadline to secure your seat.
The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) offers MBA (International Business) and MBA (Business Analytics) programmes across four campuses — Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, and Gift City. After releasing the final merit list, IIFT gives selected students a fixed window to confirm seats online. Missing this window cancels your allotment and passes the seat to the next student on the waitlist.
- Seat acceptance for IIFT MBA 2026-28 begins June 27, 2026 — accept on the official portal before the deadline stated in your offer letter.
- Pay ₹3.2 lakh as the first installment fee via net banking, debit card, or credit card through the secure gateway on the portal.
- Seat allotment is campus-specific — Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, and Gift City each have separate merit lists and seat matrices.
- Upload scanned copies of your CAT 2025 scorecard, degree certificate, and category certificate (if applicable) during confirmation.
- Failing to pay the fee within the deadline results in automatic seat cancellation — extensions are generally not granted.
| Direct Link — IIFT MBA 2026-28 Seat Acceptance Portal (ACTIVE) |
How to Accept IIFT MBA 2026-28 Seat Online
Once IIFT releases the final merit list on June 27, 2026, follow these steps on the admission portal to confirm your seat:
- Go to the official IIFT admission portal at applyadmission.net/iift2026 and click the login button.
- Enter your application number and password that you set during the IIFT MBA 2026-28 registration. Use the forgot-password option if needed.
- Open your offer letter on the dashboard — verify the campus allotted (Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, or Gift City) and your programme (MBA-IB or MBA-BA) before proceeding.
- Click "Accept Offer" or "Confirm Admission" to register your intent to join the allotted campus and programme.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents as listed in your offer letter (details in the section below).
- Click "Proceed to Payment" and complete the first installment fee payment of ₹3.2 lakh through the secure gateway.
- Download the payment receipt and admission confirmation page — carry both when you report to the IIFT campus.
Use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox on a stable internet connection. Do not close or refresh the browser during payment. If the portal shows a login error, clear your browser cache or try an incognito window. For technical support contact the IIFT Admissions Cell at +91-11-39147213 or +91-11-39147200 (Ext: 621 or 506).
IIFT MBA 2026-28 First Installment Fee Payment
Completing payment of the first installment fee is what legally confirms your IIFT MBA 2026-28 seat. Students who accept the offer online but do not complete payment are not considered confirmed.
| Fee Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| First Installment Fee | ₹3.2 lakh |
| Accepted Payment Modes | Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card |
| Payment Platform | applyadmission.net/iift2026 (official IIFT gateway) |
| Adjusted Against | Total MBA programme fee at time of joining |
| Refund on Withdrawal | As per UGC refund policy and terms in your offer letter |
Steps to complete the fee payment:
- After accepting the offer, click "Proceed to Payment" on the portal.
- Select your preferred mode — net banking, debit card, or credit card.
- Enter your bank or card details and confirm the transaction.
- Do not refresh or press the back button during the transaction.
- After successful payment, download and save your payment receipt immediately.
- Check your registered email for a confirmation from IIFT within a few hours.
If your account is debited but the portal does not update within 24 hours, email the IIFT Admissions Cell with your application number, transaction ID, and a screenshot of your bank statement.
Documents Required for IIFT MBA 2026-28 Seat Confirmation
Prepare scanned copies of all documents in PDF or JPEG format, each under 2 MB, before starting the seat acceptance process. Uploading blurry or incomplete scans will delay your confirmation.
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| IIFT MBA 2026-28 Admission Offer Letter | Seat allotment confirmation |
| CAT 2025 Scorecard | Eligibility verification |
| Class 10 Marksheet and Passing Certificate | Date of birth and secondary school record |
| Class 12 Marksheet and Passing Certificate | Senior secondary education record |
| All Semester and Year Marksheets of Graduation | Academic performance record |
| Graduation Degree or Provisional Certificate | Minimum eligibility proof |
| Work Experience Certificate (if applicable) | Experience claim verification |
| Category Certificate — SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD (if applicable) | Reservation benefit claim |
| Passport-Size Photograph (recent) | Identity record for admission portal |
| Government-Issued Photo ID (Aadhaar/Passport/Driving Licence) | Identity verification |
Students in the final year of graduation must upload a bonafide certificate from their college confirming expected degree completion by June 2026. Admission remains provisional until original documents are submitted during campus reporting.
Important Dates for IIFT MBA 2026-28 Seat Acceptance
The table below covers key milestones in the IIFT MBA 2026-28 seat acceptance process. Exact deadlines will be stated in your offer letter — check iift.ac.in regularly for updates.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Final Merit List and Offer Letter Release | June 27, 2026 |
| Online Seat Acceptance Window Opens | June 27, 2026 |
| Last Date to Accept Seat and Pay ₹3.2 Lakh Fee | To be announced on iift.ac.in |
| Document Verification and Campus Reporting | To be announced by IIFT |
| MBA 2026-28 Batch Commencement | June to July 2026 (based on previous year trends) |
Complete the seat acceptance and fee payment at least 48 hours before the deadline to avoid last-minute portal slowdowns or payment gateway failures during peak traffic.
IIFT MBA 2026-28 Seat Acceptance FAQs
Ques. How do I accept the IIFT MBA 2026-28 seat online?
Ans. Log in to the official IIFT admission portal at applyadmission.net/iift2026 with your application number and password. Click "Accept Offer" on your dashboard, upload required documents, and pay ₹3.2 lakh as the first installment fee to confirm your seat.
Ques. What is the IIFT MBA 2026-28 seat acceptance fee?
Ans. The first installment fee for IIFT MBA 2026-28 seat confirmation is ₹3.2 lakh. This is payable online at the official admission portal via net banking, debit card, or credit card and is adjusted against the total programme fee at the time of joining.
Ques. What happens if I miss the IIFT MBA 2026-28 seat acceptance deadline?
Ans. If you do not complete seat acceptance and fee payment by the deadline in your offer letter, your allotted seat is automatically cancelled. IIFT then offers the seat to the next student on the merit list. Extensions are generally not granted.
Ques. Which IIFT campuses are available under the MBA 2026-28 batch?
Ans. IIFT MBA 2026-28 seats are available at four campuses — Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, and Gift City. Each campus has a separate merit list and seat matrix. Your offer letter specifies the campus and programme (MBA-IB or MBA-BA) allotted to you.
Ques. Can I get a refund if I withdraw after accepting the IIFT MBA 2026-28 seat?
Ans. Refunds are governed by the UGC refund policy and the terms in your IIFT offer letter. Withdrawal before a specified date may qualify for a partial refund of the ₹3.2 lakh fee minus processing charges. Refer to your offer letter for the exact refund schedule applicable to your campus.
Ques. I am a final-year student. Can I accept the IIFT MBA 2026-28 seat?
Ans. Yes. Final-year students can accept the IIFT MBA 2026-28 seat by uploading a bonafide certificate from their college confirming expected graduation by June 2026. Admission remains provisional until original degree documents are submitted during campus reporting.
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