IIFT MBA IB Working Professionals 2025 batch recorded an average CTC of INR 31.30 LPA — a 15% jump over the previous year — with the highest international offer reaching INR 1.23 Crore.
The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) concluded final placements for its MBA International Business (IB) batch of 2024-26, which includes the Working Professionals cohort. The placement drive saw 135 companies recruit from campus, including 45 first-time partners, underscoring IIFT’s strong employer network across consulting, banking, FMCG, and global trade sectors.
- Average CTC (2025 batch): INR 31.30 LPA — up from INR 27.30 LPA in 2024.
- Median CTC: INR 26 LPA.
- Highest Domestic CTC: INR 72 LPA; Highest International CTC: INR 1.23 Crore.
- 135 recruiters participated including 45 new organisations joining for the first time.
- Consulting (22%) and BFSI (21%) absorbed the largest share of the MBA IB batch.
| Direct Link: IIFT MBA IB Admissions 2026 — Official Portal (OPEN) |
IIFT MBA IB Working Professionals 2025 Batch: Placement Highlights
IIFT closed the final placement season for the MBA IB (2024-26) batch with strong outcomes across all key salary and recruiter benchmarks. Working Professionals students leverage their prior industry experience to access senior roles in international trade strategy, cross-border finance, and global consulting — functions that dominate IIFT’s placement map. The table below summarises the headline numbers.
| Parameter | 2025 Batch (MBA IB) |
|---|---|
| Average CTC | INR 31.30 LPA |
| Median CTC | INR 26 LPA |
| Highest Domestic CTC | INR 72 LPA |
| Highest International CTC | INR 1.23 Crore |
| Total Recruiters (MBA IB) | 135 |
| First-Time Recruiters | 45 |
| Placement Rate | 100% |
IIFT MBA IB Average Salary and CTC Trends (2022–2025)
The average CTC for the MBA IB batch rose from INR 25.16 LPA in 2022 to INR 31.30 LPA in 2025 — reflecting consistent year-on-year salary growth driven by expansion in consulting and finance mandates. Working Professionals students, who typically bring 2-5 years of domain experience into the programme, are positioned for offers at the upper end of the salary band, particularly in trade finance, supply chain consulting, and international market development roles.
| Graduation Year | Average CTC | Highest CTC |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 (Batch 2024-26) | INR 31.30 LPA | INR 1.23 Crore (International) |
| 2024 | INR 27.30 LPA | INR 85.40 LPA |
| 2023 | INR 29.10 LPA | — |
| 2022 | INR 25.16 LPA | — |
IIFT MBA IB 2025: Top Recruiters
Over 135 companies recruited from IIFT’s MBA IB batch in 2025, with 45 organisations joining as first-time partners. The recruiter base spans global consulting firms, investment banks, FMCG conglomerates, e-commerce majors, and international trade-focused enterprises — directly aligned with the programme’s International Business specialisation.
| Sector | Top Recruiters |
|---|---|
| Consulting | McKinsey and Company, Accenture Strategy, Deloitte, EY, Bain and Company, Boston Consulting Group |
| Banking and Finance | Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, ICICI Bank, Blackstone |
| E-Commerce and Technology | Amazon, Flipkart, Microsoft |
| FMCG and Consumer Goods | ITC, Hindustan Unilever, Diageo |
| Conglomerates | Aditya Birla Group, Mahindra |
Sector-Wise Hiring Distribution: IIFT MBA IB 2025
Consulting and Professional Services led sector hiring at 22%, followed by Banking, Financial Services and Insurance at 21%. Together these two sectors absorbed over 40% of the MBA IB batch, consistent with IIFT’s reputation as a destination for high-value advisory and international finance careers. Sales and Marketing — covering export roles, key account management, and international business development — was the third-largest sector at 19%.
| Sector | Share of MBA IB Batch |
|---|---|
| Consulting and Professional Services | 22% |
| Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) | 21% |
| Sales and Marketing | 19% |
| General Management | 14% |
| Trade and Operations | 13% |
| IT and Analytics | 11% |
Domain-Wise Hiring Data: IIFT MBA IB Batch 2024-26
Within job functions, Sales and Marketing attracted the largest share at 34% of the 2024-26 batch — reflecting the programme’s core strength in international market development, export strategy, and trade facilitation. Finance functions including investment banking, trade finance, and treasury followed at 22%. For Working Professionals students with backgrounds in logistics, export management, or supply chain, the Trade and Operations stream offers a direct path to cross-border strategy and regional leadership roles.
- Sales and Marketing: 34% of placed students
- Finance (Investment Banking, Trade Finance, Treasury): 22%
- Consulting: 22%
- Trade and Operations / Supply Chain: 13%
- IT and Analytics: 11%
Year-on-Year Salary Growth: IIFT MBA IB (2021–2025)
IIFT’s average CTC has grown at approximately 15% per year and the highest CTC has increased by 44% over the four-year period from 2021 to 2025. This growth reflects both rising employer demand for international business talent and a steady expansion of IIFT’s recruiter network. For Working Professionals students, this trajectory signals strong ROI on the programme fee — particularly for those targeting senior management or global roles within 2-3 years of graduation.
| Metric | 2021–2025 Growth |
|---|---|
| Average CTC growth (year-on-year) | ~15% |
| Highest CTC growth (cumulative) | ~44% |
| New recruiters added (2025 cycle) | 45 first-time partners |
| Total active recruiters (MBA IB, 2025) | 135 |
IIFT MBA IB Working Professionals Placement 2026 FAQs
Ques. What is the average salary for IIFT MBA IB Working Professionals?
Ans. The average CTC for the IIFT MBA IB batch (2024-26) stood at INR 31.30 LPA in the 2025 final placement season. The median CTC was INR 26 LPA, and the highest international offer reached INR 1.23 Crore.
Ques. Which sectors hire the most from IIFT MBA IB?
Ans. Consulting and Professional Services (22%) and BFSI — Banking, Financial Services and Insurance — (21%) are the top hiring sectors. Sales and Marketing (19%), General Management (14%), and Trade and Operations (13%) follow closely.
Ques. How many companies recruit from IIFT MBA IB?
Ans. In the 2025 placement cycle, 135 companies participated in the MBA IB placement drive including 45 organisations joining as first-time recruiting partners.
Ques. What are the top companies that recruit from IIFT MBA IB?
Ans. Top recruiters include McKinsey and Company, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, Accenture Strategy, Deloitte, EY, Amazon, Flipkart, ITC, Hindustan Unilever, ICICI Bank, Blackstone, and Aditya Birla Group among others.
Ques. Do IIFT MBA IB Working Professionals students get campus placement support?
Ans. Yes. IIFT’s placement cell supports both the regular MBA IB and the Working Professionals cohort through the same recruiter network. Working Professionals students typically use the programme to transition into senior management, switch sectors, or access global roles — and IIFT facilitates these outcomes through its placement process.
Ques. What is the salary growth trend at IIFT MBA IB placements?
Ans. The average CTC has grown at approximately 15% per year over the 2021 to 2025 period. The highest CTC has increased by 44% cumulatively over the same period, rising from INR 85.40 LPA in 2024 to INR 1.23 Crore (international) in 2025.
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