I've been selected for the Young India Fellowship as well as for IIM Ranchi. Which one should I choose?

YIF and IIM Ranchi are both very different yet equally good. YIF is more like a social learning program that includes diverse topics such as Economics, Shakespeare, Art, and Group Dynamics. You develop a comprehensive understanding of the social problems around you. I have seen many friends forgoing the offers from top B Schools just for this program. The programs offered at IIM Ranchi on the other hand will give you an insight into the corporate world. As you can see both options are extremely different in their essence. So choose wisely looking at the big picture.

How do the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, and XIMB measure up to the established ones of XLRI, TISS, MDI and SCMHRD?

The simple answer to your question is no, the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, or XIMB are not at par with the established ones XLRI, TISS, MDI, and SCMHRD. The established programs especially that of XLRI are the epitome of HR programs. They cannot be compared to the new ones at any given level or parameter. Faculty: The professors of XLRI are renowned throughout the industry for their competency. They specialize in almost every domain one can think of be it Law, Competency Modeling, Compensation, or Performance Management. Peers: It’s the cream students who get the opportunity to get into a prestigious college like XLRI. You can see tough competition between the finest students at college. Every individual has a valuable opinion and stands to contradict others. Their thinking pattern is broad and given a case study, they look at all angles from accounting to finance to laws while proposing the solution. The situation at TISS is also quite similar. Now one can say that the curriculum can be replicated and learned faculty can be sought to match the quality of the HR program at these institutes. But the truth is faculty and curriculum are the main but not the only factors that determine an institute's worth. Its own culture, ethics, and background have a lot to do with the programs it offers. So one cannot match XLRIs programs no matter how much they try.

What is the CAT cutoff for IIM Ranchi MBA 2026?

The overall CAT 2025 cutoff for General category is 95.25 percentile. The sectional cutoff is 75 percentile in each of VARC, DILR, and QA. EWS requires 89 overall and NC-OBC requires 88.5 overall. SC cutoff is 75 and ST cutoff is 44 overall.

Is work experience mandatory for IIM Ranchi MBA admission?

Work experience is not mandatory. However, candidates with 25 to 36 months of full-time experience receive the highest profile score. Freshers are eligible and form a significant part of each batch. Candidates with 12 months or fewer of experience receive zero work-experience marks in the composite score.

How is the IIM Ranchi MBA final merit list calculated?

The final merit score is: CAT score (65%) + Profile Score covering academics and work experience (20%) + Personal Interview (15%). Female and transgender candidates receive 5 bonus marks added to this composite score.

Does IIM Ranchi accept GMAT for MBA admission?

No. IIM Ranchi MBA admission requires a valid CAT score only. GMAT is not accepted for the two-year MBA, MBA-HR, or MBA-BA programmes. GMAT is accepted for the PhD programme.

What exam is required for IIM Ranchi IPM admission?

IPMAT conducted by IIM Indore is the required exam for IIM Ranchi IPM admission. CAT is not needed. Candidates must have a minimum of 60% in Class 10 and Class 12 (55% for SC/ST/PwD).

What is the total fee for IIM Ranchi MBA?

The total programme fee for MBA is approximately INR 20,90,100. Year 1 fee is INR 10,60,050 and Year 2 fee is INR 10,30,050. Fees are subject to revision. Verify current figures at iimranchi.ac.in before applying.

How do I apply for IIM Ranchi MBA admission?

Register for CAT 2026 on iimcat.ac.in by Sep 15, 2026. After the result is declared in December 2026, apply through the IIM Ranchi JAP admission portal at students.targetx.in/iimr. Upload all required documents and attend PI if shortlisted.

What is the IIM Ranchi PhD fellowship amount?

PhD scholars receive INR 35,000 per month for the first two years. The stipend increases to INR 40,000 per month after clearing the Comprehensive Qualifying Examination. The fellowship also includes a full tuition waiver, rent-free accommodation, and a laptop grant of INR 50,000.

Does IIM Ranchi offer scholarship for MBA students?

Yes. IIM Ranchi awards 25 merit-cum-means scholarships per year across MBA, MBA-HR, MBA-BA, and IPM. Candidates must have scored above 50% in their last qualifying examination. Annual family income must not exceed INR 2,50,000.

Can a final-year student apply for IIM Ranchi MBA 2026?

Yes. Final-year undergraduate students may appear for CAT and apply to IIM Ranchi. Admission is conditional on completing the graduation degree before joining the programme and meeting the minimum percentage criterion.

What are the facilities available at IIM Ranchi Hostels?

The facilities available at IIM Ranchi Hostels include stable Wi-Fi connection, mess and canteen facilities, common rooms, security embedded softwares at entrance and so on.

What are the fees structure for IIM Ranchi Hostels including mess?

The overall fees structure for IIM Ranchi Hostels is INR 1,20,000 to INR 2,46,000. The hostels charges include 20,000 per term i.e. INR 60,000 per year and mess charges include INR 63,000 per year.

Are there housekeeping staff facilities at IIM Ranchi Hostels?

Yes, a dedicated housekeeping staff is available at IIM Ranchi Hostels to help students in their daily routine like laundry and ironing, cleaning of rooms etc.

Are there separate hostels for boys and girls at IIM Ranchi?

Yes, there are separate hostels for girls and boys in IIM Ranchi Hostels. The hostels are equally equipped with the same set of facilities within.

How is the security system at IIM Ranchi Hostels?

IIM Ranchi Hostels are equipped with VIP security systems in support from the Government of Jharkhand. No one is allowed to hostel premises without credentials provided to authorized people in the institute.

How many hours is the Canteen working at IIM Ranchi Hostels?

The canteen at IIM Ranchi Hostels works on an average of 20 hours per day and provides consistent service to its students and faculty.

IIM Ranchi MBA Business Analytics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Fee head	Amount	How it is charged
Programme fee	INR 20.90 Lakhs	INR 10.60 Lakhs in year 1 and INR 10.30 Lakhs in year 2
Caution deposit	INR 20,000	One time, returned when you leave
Hostel room	INR 1.20 Lakhs	INR 60,000 a year for 2 years
Mess	INR 1.70 Lakhs	INR 85,050 a year for 2 years
Total, no hostel	INR 20.90 Lakhs	Full course
Total with hostel	INR 23.80 Lakhs	Full course

Event	Date	Status
CAT 2026 registration, last date to apply	3 Aug 2026 to 15 Sep 2026	Confirmed
CAT 2026 admit card	4 Nov 2026	Confirmed
CAT 2026 exam	29 Nov 2026	Confirmed
CAT 2026 result and scorecard	Jan 2027	Tentative
IIM Ranchi form on the JAP portal	Jan 2027	Tentative
Shortlist for the interview	Feb 2027	Tentative
Written test and personal interview	Feb 2027 to Mar 2027	Tentative
Final merit list and offer	Apr 2027	Tentative
Seat acceptance fee, last date	Apr 2027	Tentative
Reporting and document check	Jun 2027	Tentative
Classes start	Jun 2027	Tentative

Requirement	What you need
Degree	Bachelor degree in any stream, of three years or more
Marks	50% in the degree, 45% for SC, ST and PwD
Exam	CAT 2026 score, with a positive mark in each section
Final year students	Can apply, with the result shown before joining
Work experience	Not needed, and it adds points in the final list

Step	What you do
1. Write CAT 2026	One computer test in three slots
2. Apply on the JAP portal	Fill the IIM Ranchi form after the CAT result
3. Wait for the shortlist	The institute shortlists on the CAT percentile
4. Take the written test and interview	Both are held together in one JAP round
5. Accept the offer	Pay the seat fee inside the window given
6. Report on campus	Bring the degree marksheets and the offer letter

Category	Total percentile	Section percentile
General	95.25	75
EWS	89	60
NC-OBC	88.5	60
SC	75	45
ST	44	25
PwD	30	25

Metric	Value
Average pay	INR 20.99 LPA, Class of 2026
Median pay	INR 19.13 LPA
Highest offer	INR 32.13 LPA
Batch placed	100%
Recruiters for this course	25
Top sectors	IT and ITES, consulting, manufacturing
Named recruiters	Amazon, Deloitte, JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo
Pre-placement offers	13.16% of the batch

Scholarship	Who can get it	Amount or waiver
Merit-cum-means scholarship	Family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year and a CGPA above 7.5	INR 2.40 Lakhs over the course
Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students	SC, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year	INR 20.90 Lakhs, the whole fee
Top Class Education for ST Students	ST, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year	INR 20.90 Lakhs, the whole fee

Ranking body	Year	Rank
NIRF Management	2025	#18
NIRF Management	2024	#17
NIRF Management	2023	#24

Stage	What you study
Year 1	Data management, Python, statistics, business intelligence, econometrics and machine learning
Between the years	Summer internship with a company
Year 2	Advanced analytics, with electives in finance, marketing, operations, human resources and digital strategy

Quota	Share of seats
All seats	60 in the course
SC	15%
ST	7.5%
NC-OBC	27%
EWS	10%
Students with a disability	5%, across categories

IIM Ranchi boasts a strong placement record, securing nearly 99-100% placements. The highest salary package reached 58 LPA, with an average package of around 15 LPA and a median of about 14.5 LPA. The institution attracts 100-150 companies for final placements and around 200 for summer internships. Major recruiters include Deloitte, Amazon, Wipro, TCS, Flipkart, Unilever, and Amul, with many opportunities in sales and marketing. Summer internships offer an average stipend of 80,000-90,000 INR for two months, with companies like Bain & Company, American Express, Accenture, Infosys, and Airtel participating, offering roles such as consultant and marketing manager.

IIM Ranchi completes summer placements early and consistently improves its placement statistics. The total fee for the 2-year program is approximately 17-18 lakh INR, covering expenses like hostel and food, with fees payable in installments. The term-wise fee is 2.5 lakh INR, totaling 15 lakh INR over six terms, plus a 1 lakh INR admission fee and around 50K INR for additional charges. Scholarships are available based on merit and need, with options for national and state scholarships.

Financial support is available through corporate collaborations, depending on merit and family income. The placement process wraps up by the last week of December, with average CTC reported at 14.5-15 lakh INR annually and internship stipends averaging 80-90K INR for two months.

By Collegedunia’s Personal AI