IIM Calcutta offers the PGDBA (Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics), a two-year full-time residential course for graduates who want an analytics job. It is taught jointly with two partner institutes, so the first three semesters are held on three different campuses. The full course fee is INR 27 Lakhs, paid in four equal parts, one at the start of each semester. Sixty seats are on offer. You get in through the PGDBA written test and a personal interview, not through CAT. The institute is ranked first in Collegedunia's West Bengal MBA ranking 2025 and seventh in NIRF Management 2025. The last batch was fully placed at an average pay of INR 29.71 LPA.
IIM Calcutta PGDBA Fees
You pay the course fee in four equal parts, one at the start of each semester. The fee covers teaching and a room on campus. Mess charges are paid on your own. The caution deposit comes back when you leave.
Fee head
Amount
How it is charged
Programme fee
INR 27 Lakhs
INR 6.75 Lakhs a semester, 4 semesters
Caution deposit
INR 10,000
One time, refundable
Mess charges
INR 81,000
INR 4,500 a month, 18 months
Total, no mess
INR 27 Lakhs
Full course
Total with mess
INR 27.81 Lakhs
Full course
IIM Calcutta PGDBA Admission Dates
Admission for the 2026 batch is shut: the last date to apply was 4 Mar 2026 and classes started in Jul 2026. Forms for the next batch are expected in Jan 2027. Watch the admission page from that month.
Event
Date
Status
PGDBA registration, last date to apply
4 Mar 2026
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Admit card download
13 Mar 2026
Over
Mock test
16 Mar 2026 to 17 Mar 2026
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PGDBA written test
29 Mar 2026
Over
Result and interview shortlist
10 Apr 2026
Over
Personal interview
May 2026
Over
Offer list
19 May 2026
Over
Admission fee, last date
Jun 2026
Over
Document check and registration
Jun 2026
Over
Classes start
Jul 2026
Over
IIM Calcutta PGDBA Eligibility
You need a degree in any stream with the marks set for your category. There is no age limit and no work experience is needed to apply.
Requirement
What you need
Degree
A bachelor's or master's degree in any stream
Marks
60% or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale
Relaxed marks
55% or CGPA 6.0 for SC, ST and PwD
Final-year students
Can apply, with the degree finished by the date the offer letter names
Age
No age limit
IIM Calcutta PGDBA Admission Process
The seat comes through the course's own written test and an interview. Most students who lose a seat miss the fee date printed on the offer letter.
Step
What you do
1. Apply online
Fill the form and pay INR 2,500; SC, ST and PwD pay INR 1,250
2. Sit the written test
One 3-hour paper of 50 questions for 150 marks
3. Get the call
Only the test score decides the interview shortlist
4. Face the interview
Held at Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai or Bengaluru
5. Take the seat
Pay the first part of the fee by the date on the offer letter
IIM Calcutta PGDBA Cutoff
The institutes do not put out a category-wise cutoff every year. The one published General call was 87 out of 150 in 2023, a year when the paper was hard. Treat it as a guide, not a promise.
Category
Published call for the interview
General
87 out of 150 in 2023
OBC-NCL
Not published
SC
Not published
ST
Not published
EWS
Not published
IIM Calcutta PGDBA Placements
The whole batch was placed in the last reported season. Banks, consulting firms and product companies hire from this course, and the six-month internship in year two turns into a job offer for most of the batch.
Metric
Value
Average pay
INR 29.71 LPA, Class of 2024
Median pay
INR 24.59 LPA, an earlier batch
Highest offer
INR 41.29 LPA, an earlier batch
Batch placed
100%
Job offers from the internship
About 70% of the batch
Recruiters
Amazon, McKinsey, DE Shaw, Mastercard, ZS Associates
IIM Calcutta PGDBA Scholarships
Two routes cut the fee. The institute gives need-based aid on your family income, and the government pays the course fee for SC and ST students on the merit list.
Scholarship
Who can get it
Amount or waiver
Need-based financial assistance
Family income below INR 8 Lakhs a year
25% to 100% of the course fee
SC and ST fee waiver
SC or ST students on the merit list
The full course fee
IIM Calcutta PGDBA Ranking
Collegedunia ranks the institute on fees, placements and student reviews. NIRF ranks it on data the institute files every year. It also holds three global business school accreditations.
Ranking body
Year
Rank or grade
Collegedunia MBA ranking, West Bengal
2025
#1
NIRF Management
2025
#7
NIRF Management
2024
#5
IIM Calcutta PGDBA Course Structure
The first year is taught in three parts on three campuses. Year two is mostly a company internship and a project.
Term
What you study
Semester 1
Statistics, probability and data handling, at the first partner campus
Semester 2
Machine learning and computing, at the second partner campus
Semester 3
Business subjects and analytics at work, at IIM Calcutta
Year 2
A five to six month company internship and the final project
IIM Calcutta PGDBA Seats and Intake
The batch is small, so every seat is fought for. You pick your test city when you fill the form.
Item
Detail
Seats
60
Who can apply
Graduates in any stream with 60% or CGPA 6.5
Application fee
INR 2,500; INR 1,250 for SC, ST and PwD
Test cities
You pick your city in the application form
Should you pick PGDBA at IIM Calcutta?
This course suits graduates who like maths and statistics and want an analytics job in a bank, a consulting firm or a tech firm.
Pick it if:
You want to study on three campuses: each of the first three semesters is taught at a different partner campus, so you meet three faculties in one course.
You want a long internship: year two carries a company internship of five to six months, and most of the batch turns it into a job offer.
Your family can pay only in parts: the fee is charged in four equal parts, one at the start of each semester.
You want the fee back fast: at the average pay the full course fee comes back inside the first working year, as the ROI tile shows.
Skip it if:
You are counting on your degree marks alone: the written test carries the largest weight and the interview comes next, so your marks decide only a small part.
You want to stay in one city for two years: you change campus each semester in year one, so you pack and move twice before the internship.
You plan to apply on the last day: the window was pushed back once this year, but a late form was still not taken after it shut.
You want a campus job in year one: placements come only at the end of year two, after the internship.
Counsellor's advice
If your degree marks clear the gate, sit the written test and prepare the interview just as hard: it carries almost as much weight as the paper. If your marks fall short, work a year and apply next time.
PGDBA Eligibility▾
Degree needed: A bachelor's or master's degree in any stream from a recognised university.
Marks needed: 60% or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale. 55% or CGPA 6.0 for SC, ST and PwD.
Final-year students: You can apply if you finish the degree by the date your offer letter names.
Exam needed: The PGDBA written test, a 3-hour computer paper of 50 questions for 150 marks.
Age and work: There is no age limit, and work experience is helpful but not needed.
PGDBA Admission Process▾
Apply online: Fill the form on the admission portal and pay INR 2,500. SC, ST and PwD pay INR 1,250.
Sit the written test: One 3-hour paper. A right answer gives 3 marks and a wrong one takes away 1 mark.
Get the call: Only the written test score decides the interview shortlist. Women and transgender candidates get 2 extra marks at this step.
Face the interview: The final list uses the test at 45%, the interview at 40%, Class 12 marks at 8% and work experience at 7%.
Take the seat: Pay the first part of the fee by the date on your offer letter or you lose the seat.
PGDBA Admission Dates 2026
These are the official 2026 dates. Tap 2027 for expected dates of the next batch.
The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026.
Over
4 Mar 2026
PGDBA registration, last date to apply
The last date was pushed to 4 Mar 2026. Forms sent after it were not taken.
Over
13 Mar 2026
Admit card download
You needed the admit card and a photo ID to sit the paper.
Over
16 Mar 2026 to 17 Mar 2026
Mock test
A free practice paper on the same screen as the real one.
Over
29 Mar 2026
PGDBA written test
One 3-hour computer paper of 50 questions for 150 marks.
Over
10 Apr 2026
Result and interview shortlist
Only the test score decided who got an interview call.
Over
May 2026
Personal interview
Interviews were held at Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru.
Over
19 May 2026
Offer list
The lists put up on 19 May 2026 were cancelled and corrected lists took their place.
Over
Jun 2026
Admission fee, last date
You lost the seat if the first part of the fee was not paid by the date on your offer letter.
Over
Jun 2026
Document check and registration
You had to show your degree, your mark sheets and a medical fitness paper.
Over
Jul 2026
Classes start
Semester 1 is taught at the first partner campus in Kolkata.
Tentative
Feb 2027
PGDBA registration, last date to apply
The form is expected to open a few weeks before this month closes.
Tentative
Mar 2027
Admit card and mock test
Expected about two weeks before the paper.
Tentative
Mar 2027
PGDBA written test
Expected in the same month as this year.
Tentative
Apr 2027
Result and interview shortlist
Expected about two weeks after the paper.
Tentative
May 2027
Personal interview
Expected at the same four cities as this year.
Tentative
May 2027
Offer list
More than one list is put up, so keep checking your email.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Admission fee, last date
Expected within days of the offer letter.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Document check and registration
Expected in the week after the fee is paid.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Classes start
Expected at the first partner campus, as this year.
Source: the PGDBA 2026 admission notice. Confirm on the official site before you act.
IIM Calcutta PGDBA Fees 2026
This is the full 2-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add mess charges.
Programme fee
Per semester × 4, INR 6.75 Lakhs a semester
INR 27 Lakhs
Caution deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 10,000
Add mess charges
Mess charges
Per month × 18, INR 4,500 a month, the internship months are off campus
INR 81,000
Total course fee
INR 27 Lakhs
2 years · teaching and a room on campus, mess not added
Total course fee
INR 27.81 Lakhs
2 years · teaching, a room on campus and mess
Education loan EMI
INR 45,524
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
110%
average first-year pay INR 29.71 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 46,890
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
107%
average first-year pay INR 29.71 LPA vs the full fee
Source: the PGDBA programme fee page. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will you get a PGDBA call from IIM Calcutta?
Pick your degree marks and your category. This shows whether you clear the gate to sit the written test.
Your degree marks
Category
60% or more · General, OBC-NCL or EWS
You clear the marks gate, so you can apply. The written test now decides the interview call, and the one published General call was 87 out of 150.
60% or more · SC, ST or PwD
You clear the marks gate with room to spare, so you can apply. The written test then decides the interview call.
55% to 60% · General, OBC-NCL or EWS
You are short of the 60% gate for your category, so the form will not be taken. Finish a higher degree with better marks and apply after that.
55% to 60% · SC, ST or PwD
You clear the 55% gate set for SC, ST and PwD, so you can apply. Keep your category paper ready for the interview.
Below 55% · General, OBC-NCL or EWS
You do not clear the marks gate this year. A master's degree with better marks makes you eligible later.
Below 55% · SC, ST or PwD
You do not clear the 55% gate set for SC, ST and PwD. A master's degree with better marks makes you eligible later.
EDITOR'S NOTE
The written test carries 45% of the final score and the interview 40%. Your Class 12 marks and work experience carry the last 15%, so a strong paper alone does not settle the seat.
IIM Calcutta PGDBA Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim. Confirm the final amount with the institute.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
Need-based financial assistance
INR 6.75 Lakhs
IIM Calcutta
The institute cuts 25% to 100% of the fee on your family income and papers. This card shows the 25% step, the part you can count on.
Who qualifies: family income below INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply after you take the seat
Not eligible on your answers
SC and ST fee waiver
INR 27 Lakhs
Ministry of Education, through the institute
The government pays the course fee for SC and ST students who take a seat. Income does not matter for this one.
Who qualifies: SC or ST students on the merit listApply at registration
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the institute about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 6.75 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 20.25 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 27 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 27 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 0
IIM Calcutta PGDBA vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to IIM Calcutta. Blue marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher pay, more seats.
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Indian Institute of Management Calcutta
Kolkata
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Indian Institute of Management Ranchi
Ranchi
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Indian Institute of Management Kashipur
Kashipur
Compared with
Indian Institute of Management Amritsar
Amritsar
Compared with
Indian Institute of Management Sambalpur
Sambalpur
Total fees2 years, no mess
INR 27 Lakhs
programme fee only
INR 19.20 Lakhs
INR 7.80 Lakhs less
INR 20.46 Lakhs
INR 6.54 Lakhs less
INR 20.75 Lakhs
INR 6.25 Lakhs less
INR 21.01 Lakhs
INR 5.99 Lakhs less
Average paylatest batch
INR 29.71 LPA
Class of 2024
INR 19.86 LPA
INR 9.85 LPA less, Class of 2025
INR 14.95 LPA
INR 14.76 LPA less, Class of 2025
INR 14.63 LPA
INR 15.08 LPA less, Class of 2026
INR 15.65 LPA
INR 14.06 LPA less, Class of 2025
Placement rateshare of the batch placed
100%
Class of 2024
100%
Same rate
100%
Same rate
100%
Same rate
Not published
Seatsthis course
60
one batch
60
Same seat count
60
Same seat count
120
60 more
70
10 more
ROIaverage pay vs the full fee
110%
on INR 29.71 LPA
103%
7 points lower
73%
37 points lower
71%
39 points lower
74%
36 points lower
In short
IIM Ranchi costs INR 7.80 Lakhs less but pays about INR 9.85 LPA less on average. If you want the higher pay and can fund the fee, take IIM Calcutta; if the fee is the problem, IIM Ranchi is the safer buy.
In short
IIM Kashipur costs INR 6.54 Lakhs less, but its average pay is about half of this one and its ROI is far lower. If your budget is tight, IIM Kashipur works; if not, this seat pays back faster.
In short
IIM Amritsar has twice the seats and a fee INR 6.25 Lakhs lower, so a call is easier to get there. If you only want a seat this year, apply to IIM Amritsar too; if you want the pay, this course leads.
In short
IIM Sambalpur charges INR 5.99 Lakhs less and takes ten more students, but its average pay is about half of this one. If cost decides for you, look at IIM Sambalpur; if pay decides, stay here.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on IIM Calcutta PGDBA
Short answers to what students ask before they apply.
How do I get into this course?▾
Sit the PGDBA written test and clear the interview. Only the test score decides the interview call. The final list then adds your Class 12 marks and your work experience.
What is the full fee for the course?▾
The full 2-year fee is INR 27 Lakhs. Mess charges add about INR 81,000 on top. The fee block above shows both totals.
Can I pay the fee in parts?▾
Yes. The fee is charged in four equal parts, one at the start of each semester. A caution deposit of INR 10,000 is paid once and comes back when you leave.
Do I need a CAT score for this course?▾
No. This course has its own written test of 50 questions for 150 marks. A CAT score is not used for it.
Where will I study during the two years?▾
The first three semesters are taught on three different partner campuses. The last part of year two is a company internship of five to six months.
What pay do students get after this course?▾
The last batch averaged INR 29.71 LPA and the whole batch was placed. The compare block above sets that beside colleges in its league.
Which scholarships can cut this fee?▾
The calculator above lists the need-based aid and the SC and ST fee waiver. Answer its two questions and it shows your waiver and your net fee.
The program stands out with a 100% placement rate, ensuring all students secure jobs by the end of the course. Around 70% of participants receive Pre-Placement Interviews or Offers, enhancing their career prospects. While some students opt for entrepreneurship or startup paths instead of placements, the program supports them with various scholarships and Need-Based Financial Assistance options.
Despite a higher fee compared to other Indian courses, these financial aids make it accessible. The unique business lessons offered also add to the program's distinction and value.
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IIM Calcutta: 11 Answered Questions
What was the batch profile of PGDBA Course at IIM Calcutta?
Epil Gagrai
The intake for the PGDBA program at IIM Calcutta is 60 students with a gender ratio of around 8% females and 92% males. The batch includes both freshers and students with work experience. The majority of the students have work experience of 1-2 years in areas like Engineering, Manufacturing, IT, Consulting & Analytics, BFSI, Healthcare, etc.
The work experience statistics of the PGDBA batch (2022-24) are as follows:
What is the course structure of the PGPEX program at IIM Calcutta and how beneficial is it?
Yash TiwariPGPEX from IIM Calcutta
PGPEX from IIM Calcutta is an excellent choice for someone who seeks growth in his/her corporate career. It is meant for professionals in mid management positions with a minimum 5 year experience in corporate.
This course is among the top MBA programs in the world, and it ranks high in the global MBA FT rankings. The competition is quite high for this course. It requires high GMAT scores and a strong application to get shortlisted.
You can check the compulsory and elective courses offered in PGPEX on the official website of IIM Calcutta.
Yes, IIM Calcutta offers a number of short-term courses to churn out talented managers with excellent leadership skills. These courses are offered in online mode and one does not need to attend the campus personally. It is best suited for experienced individuals who want to further their education or skills.
Executive Programme in Healthcare Management (EPHM)
1 year
Advanced Programme in Strategic Management for Corporate Leaders (APSMCL)
6 months
Executive Programme in General Management (EPGM)
1 year
Executive Programme in Leadership and Management (EPLM)
1 year
Executive Programme on Business Analytics (EPBA)
1 year
Advanced Programme in Data Sciences (APDS)
1 year
Executive Programme in Human Resource Management (EPHRM)
1 year
EdLEAP: Education Leaders' Programme
9 months
Executive Programme in Global Business Management (EPGBM)
What online courses or certifications can I pursue to make my profile good enough for IIM Calcutta?
Arnav RoyLives in Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Congratulations on securing an interview with an IIM! In terms of extra courses or certifications, it depends on the specific program, your interests, and your passion. Some of them are listed below
Digital Marketing
Data Analytics
Computer programming
Ms Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Data Transcription
Communication Skills Enhancement courses
Foreign Languages such as Spanish, French, German etc
NSIC certifications if you are from engineering background
Website Development
Affiliate Marketing
Drafting Business Documents
Basically any course which develops your leadership, communication, marketing, finance skills gives you an edge over other appearing for IIM Calcutta admissions. However, remember that if your resume shows a lot of courses, then you will have to face the consequences in the interview. The panelists of IIM Calcutta are well aware of the fact that candidates do these types of courses just to make their resumes appear better.
What would you prefer from IIM-A, B, C, and XLRI Jamshedpur for management courses?
Bidita GhoseLives in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
All four are the best, most renowned, highly established business schools in the country. Though to be a part of one of them will be dependent on various factors
Order of choice (highest to lowest)
Peer group: All of them give you a network of the sharpest and brightest minds, so all in the same boat.
Culture: IIM C, XLRI, IIM B & A tie at the same spot (personal opinion completely).
Location: Depends from person to person, so this is a ranking you'll have to do for yourself.
Specialization: Depends on what specialization you're looking for. IIM Ahmedabad gives you the best for Consulting, IIM Calcutta for finance.
Gut feeling: This is again, very personal, depending on what your dream college was when you started out.
Other criteria like packages, internships, fees, etc. won't be a differentiation in these because all of them would give you very similar job profiles, and CTC and have marginally different fees.
Ultimately, the institution that you choose should align with your career goals and aspirations. It's important to research and compare each institution carefully before making a decision.
Any course offered by an institute like IIM Calcutta is guaranteed to be of the highest quality and have significant industry relevance. Instead of this course, it is recommended that you take the CAT and then enroll in the flagship PGDM program at IIM Calcutta. That would be entirely consistent with your desire to work in investment banking.
The recent financial crisis was largely caused by managers' inability to fully comprehend and manage the operational risks of the new generation of derivatives. Future finance managers, it is believed, must be fully equipped with the mathematical and conceptual theories, as well as best practices, that go into the creation and management of such innovative products.
The IIMC faculty combines academic excellence with top management industry experience. IIMC also hires international faculty from top business schools. The IIMC certification and alumni network help participants advance in their careers. The program is only for working professionals, and there will be no campus placement after this course.
Ravneet KaurWorks with Asia's largest education & training company
PGCGM is an excellent course if you want an IIM certification but don't want to leave your job. The learning is the same, and the faculty is the same; the only difference is that this is taught in a virtual online classroom rather than you sitting in a classroom in Calcutta. It also includes three campus visits, so you can get a feel for the campus.
Most people struggle to get into an IIM, and the PGCGM course costs 3.5 lakh versus 31 lakh for ISB's PGP Pro course.
What are the future prospects of doing the PGDBA course from IIM Calcutta?
Ram NegiHaving a superhero life, waiting for an arch-rival
Students can choose from either Python or R after learning both of them in this course. They get to sharpen our presentation abilities, business perspective, and statistical knowledge. Moreover, the course covers Hadoop and big data. You will have plenty of data to work with because the course is industry-focused. Courses include multiple projects, and students can do projects based on the subjects they study.
As a course that is heavily focused on the business world, some highlights include frequent visits from business representatives and numerous guest lectures. Without a doubt, this course will give you a competitive advantage in the field and is well worth the money.
How is the experience at the EPBM program offered by IIM Calcutta?
Prashant MantriStudied at Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (Graduated 2020)
My friend has undertaken this course and shared her experience with the same.
The course is not for those who come with false expectations like placement offers and switching jobs. Basically, it accelerates your career and does not change it.
The eligibility criteria for the course is not very tough so you can see all kinds of people here. Some might even crib the course.
If you are already working in the technology field and earning average or above average and have no intentions of switching industries, then this course will be of little use to you.
This course is only for learning or if you want to decide on your MBA.
This course is only a certification and not a degree program.
The faculty of this course is top-notch and renders premium quality classes.
After completion of the course you'll get access to the community of alumni of LDP courses.
So you need to check your priorities before enrolling for this course. Make it solely a learning experience and you are good to go.
What are the best courses to take in IIM Calcutta?
Seeekanth ReddyMBA from Indian Institute of Management Calcutta (Graduated 2018)
My brother is in IIM Calcutta and over the period of 2 years he has studied many valuable courses. But 3 of them top the list of his favorites.
Statistics for Management: Taught by Prof. Rahul Mukerjee, this course is a mandatory Term-I course. More than the subject itself it’s the professor that makes it an amazing experience. He is the recipient of many national awards and has taught all over the world at reputed universities like Harvard.
Options, Futures and Derivatives: IIM Calcutta is without a doubt the finance campus of India. The finance faculty is the best you can get and this course does justice to finance completely. It’s quite a tough subject based on derivatives and technical finance. But for a true finance lover, it’s the best. It is taught by Prof. Binay Bhushan Chakrabarti (BBC) who was the Gold Medalist of the Batch of 1980 from IIM Calcutta.
Management of Self: Another eye-catching course at IIM Calcutta is Management of Self taught by Prof. Leena Chatterjee. She is a motherly figure in college. This is the only course here that teaches you about nothing but your own self. It’s a sort of personality grooming course that requires you to take a few personality tests and write an autobiography. This course helps you get more familiar with yourself and overcome internal struggles. It’s a Term-V elective course.
Although all courses offered at IIM Calcutta have their own benefits, these 3 are among the best maybe because of the respective professors.
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