IIT Bombay MBA (SJMSOM) Interview & Shortlist Dates for 2026-28 Batch
The application form submission last date is over on 2 February and IIT Bombay scrutinizing the application form submitted by you. It will soon release the list of candidates shortlisted for Interview. The interview date is out.
The Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management (SJMSOM), IIT Bombay offers admissions to its flagship MBA programme (2026-28 batch) based on CAT 2025 scores, followed by Personal Interview (PI). The process is currently active (as of early February 2026).
PI shortlisting criteria
| Components | Weight |
| I. Performance in CAT 2025 (Overall Scaled Score) | 75% |
| II. Academic Profile | 20% |
| III. Work Experience | 5% |
IIT Bombay MBA 2026 Key Timeline
- Application Window: January 1, 2026 (10:00 AM) to 2 February, 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Application Fee Payment Deadline: February 2, 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Personal Interview Shortlist Date: To Be Declared (TBD) → Expected in the second week of February 2026 (most reliable previous patterns indicate around February 10–15, 2026). → The shortlist is not yet released (as of February 3, 2026). Check the portal regularly for the exact announcement.
- Personal Interviews (Offline at SJMSOM, IIT Bombay): March 5 to March 8, 2026 (confirmed across official site & multiple reports)
- Final Selection List: To Be Declared (TBD) — usually released in April–May 2026
Official Sources to Check for Shortlist & Updates
- Main Application Portal → https://portal.iitb.ac.in/ (Login with your credentials to check shortlist status once announced)
- SJMSOM Official Website → https://www.som.iitb.ac.in/ → Go to Admissions / MBA Admissions 2026 section for notices, shortlist PDF, and slot booking (if applicable)
- Admission Brochure & Criteria → Available on the SJMSOM site (confirms the above timeline)
Shortlisting Criteria
Candidates are shortlisted for PI based on:
- CAT 2025 composite score (highest weightage — around 75%)
- Academic performance (Class 10, 12, Graduation, etc.)
- Work experience (duration & quality)
- Gender diversity (additional consideration for female candidates)
Shortlisted candidates receive email notifications with PI date, time slot, venue (Powai campus), and document requirements.
Important Tips
- Keep checking your registered email and the official portal frequently — shortlist usually appears 7–14 days after application closure.
- Prepare for offline PI (March 5–8 window) — focus on academics, work-ex, current affairs, why MBA, why SJMSOM, etc.
- The interviews will be in-person at IIT Bombay campus (no online mode).
For the latest update, visit only the official links above. Avoid unofficial groups or predictions. If the shortlist is released soon, it will be on directly on the portal.
FAQs
It is over on 2 February 2026 Monday
It will be taking place from 5 to 8 March 2026
You CAT 2025 score matters most followed by academic profile and work experience
It has been parellel to IIMs of India means 100 percent placement
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