IIT Bombay has started accepting applications for its Master of Business Administration (MBA) program for the year 2026. Students who wish to study MBA at the Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management (SJMSOM) at IIT Bombay can apply from today. To get admission, candidates must have a valid score from the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 and pass a Personal Interview (PI) round.
The last date to apply for the IIT Bombay MBA program is January 31, 2026 . It is important for all interested students to apply before this deadline. The admission process mainly considers your CAT 2025 score and your performance in the Personal Interview.
Important Dates for IIT Bombay MBA 2026
Here are the key dates for the IIT Bombay MBA 2026 admissions:
| Application Start Date | Today |
| Application End Date | January 31, 2026 |
| Personal Interview (PI) Round | February - March 2026 |
Who Can Apply for IIT Bombay MBA?
To be eligible for the IIT Bombay MBA program, you need to meet certain requirements:
- You must have a Bachelor's degree from a university recognized by the government.
- You need at least 60% marks in your Bachelor's degree. If your university uses a grading system, you need a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Index (CGPI) of 6.5 out of 10 .
- For candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), or Persons with Disabilities (PWD) categories, the minimum requirement is 55% marks or a CGPI of 6.0 out of 10 .
- Students who are currently in their final year of graduation can also apply. However, their admission will be temporary until they successfully complete their degree with the needed marks.
CAT 2025 Score and Selection Process
The admission process has two main stages: getting selected for the Personal Interview and then the final selection for admission.
Shortlisting for Personal Interview
Candidates will first be shortlisted to attend the Personal Interview (PI) round. This shortlisting is based on three key factors:
- Your score in the CAT 2025 exam .
- Your past academic performance (marks obtained in 10th, 12th, and Bachelor's degree).
- Any work experience you have gained.
For the CAT 2025 exam, the minimum score to qualify for consideration is around the 90 percentile . However, to actually receive an invitation for the Personal Interview, the required percentile usually goes up to about 98 percentile . This means you should aim for a very high score in CAT 2025 to have a strong chance of being called for an interview.
Final Selection
The Personal Interview (PI) round plays a major role in the final selection. Your performance during the PI will be the main factor in deciding if you get admission to the MBA program. These interviews are planned to take place in February and March 2026 . Candidates who are shortlisted for the PI will receive an email with all the details about their interview date, time, and location.
How to Fill the IIT Bombay MBA Application Form 2026
Here are the simple steps to apply online for the IIT Bombay MBA program:
- Go to the official IIT Bombay website.
- Look for the link related to " MBA admission 2026 " and click on it.
- Find the " online application " link and create a new login ID.
- Once you have logged in, fill out the application form carefully with all your personal and academic details.
- Enter your CAT 2025 exam scores in the specific section of the form.
- Upload all the necessary documents. This includes your educational certificates and letters proving your work experience, if you have any.
- Pay the application fee to complete your application process.
Make sure to fill out the form accurately and submit it before the deadline of January 31, 2026 . Submitting your application on time is crucial for your MBA admission at IIT Bombay.
