Kolkata, West Bengal | Established in 2010 | Approved/Accredited by AICTE, NBA, NAAC, AMBA, AIU, AIU Recognized PGDM as Equivalent to MBA | Private







International Management Institute (IMI) Kolkata is a part of the RP Sanjiv Goenka Group and the IMI family of Business Schools in India, with IMI Delhi as the parent institute. IMI Kolkata came up in 2011 to enable bright young minds to gain access to world-class management pedagogy. Ranked 42nd by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025, IMI offers a two-year full-time AICTE-approved PGDM programme, which is equivalent to an MBA (as per Association of Indian Universities).
IMI Kolkata is accredited nationally by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA), the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and internationally by the Association of MBAs (AMBA). We are also active members of AACSB and EFMD.
Being located strategically in the heart of Kolkata, West Bengal, IMI Kolkata enjoys very strong industry linkages. The Institute has a world-class infrastructure, highly experienced faculty members, an experiential-based learning approach, and industry-mentored curriculum, which act as the pillars of success. The international linkage of the institute has grown over the years and spans across Business Schools/Universities in North America, Europe, and Asia with regular faculty and student exchange programmes.
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IMI Kolkata Placements 2025
IMI Kolkata recorded strong placement outcomes, with high salary packages across PGDM program. IMI Kolkata reported strong Placements in 2025, recording an average salary of Rs 12.75 LPA. Top recruiters at IMI Kolkata Placements 2025 include Accenture, Capgemini, Cognizant, Deloitte, Tata Steel Downstream Products Limited, Schneider Electric, IndusInd Bank, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Deloitte, Cisco, Gartner, Dabur, Amul, Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail, Jio, SBI Life, Mahindra Finance, Godrej Consumer Products. Read complete details on IMI Kolkata Placements.
IMI Kolkata Rankings 2025-26
IMI Kolkata latest ranking, given below, position it as one of the top B-school in India.
Accreditations and Equivalence:
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IMI Kolkata Campus Infrastructure
IMI Kolkata facilities include smart classrooms, executive hostels, and digital resources. IMI Kolkata Academic Complex is a centrally AC complex consists of spacious lecture halls, the Tata Chemicals Computer Centre, BOC Conference Room, RPG Auditorium, Williamson Magor Library, Faculty Chambers and Administrative Offices. Read complete details on IMI Kolkata Campus Infrastructure Overview.
IMI Kolkata Director & Faculty Overview
IMI Kolkata is led by Dr. Mohua Banerjee who is the Director of IMI Kolkata. IMI faculty has top academic qualifications and rich teaching and industry experience. Read more details on IMI Kolkata Director & Faculty.
IMI Kolkata Admissions Process 2026
IMI Kolkata admission process is divided in following stages:
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PGDM Program Highlight, Placements, Admission Process, Rankings, and other details in the following section. Download Brochure and Apply Now from the links above.
IMI Kolkata admission 2026 process is open. Read more details below.
IMI Kolkata is regarded amongst the best MBA colleges in India, and is ranked #42 by NIRF Rankings 2025. IMI Kolkata Placement 2025 average salary is Rs 12.75 LPA. IMI Kolkata admission 2026 is open. Apply Now.
Eligibility criteria
50% marks or equivalent CGPA in graduation from any AIU approved academic institution. Those graduating in 2026 may also apply.
Education background
To be eligible for admission to the PGDM Programme, the participants must possess a bachelor’s equivalent degree, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent in any discipline, from a recognised university in India or abroad (recognised by the UGC / Association of Indian Universities). However, the final selection may be based on a higher cut-off percentage depending on the total number of applicants for the programme. The bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification obtained by the candidate must entail a minimum of three years of education after completing higher secondary schooling under the 10+2 system or equivalent. Candidates appearing in the final year of their bachelor’s degree or equivalent are also eligible, provided they furnish proof of meeting the minimum eligibility criteria by September 30, 2026. Candidates who are unable to comply with this requirement are liable to be rejected from the programme. It is desirable that candidates complete all academic requirements before enrolling for the programme to help them keep pace with the rigour and assessment parameters of the programme.
Participant profile
Participants in the PGDM programme may be fresh graduates and/or those with relevant work experience from any discipline, including Engineering, Humanities, Commerce, Economics, Medicine, or any other field of education.
| Exam | Percentile/Score |
|---|---|
| CAT | 75 Percentile |
| XAT | 75 Percentile |
| CMAT | 80 Percentile |
| GMAT | 550 Score |
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 42 |
| 2024 | 56 |
| 2023 | 70 |
NIRF Rankings is based on Total Scores attained for following five ranking parameters: a) Teaching, learning, and resources (TLR) b) Research and professional practice (RPC) c) Graduation outcomes (GO) d) Outreach and inclusivity (OI) e) Peer perception (Perception)
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 49 |
| 2024 | 51 |
| 2023 | 41 |
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | 50 |
| 2024 | 63 |
| 2023 | 67 |
Index: 11
College ID: 8178
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CAPGEMINI INDIA
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DABUR
GARTNER INDIA
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HDFC BANK
ICICI BANK
IndusInd Bank
JIO FINANCIAL SERVICES
Mahindra Finance
SBI Bank
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
TATA STEEL
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