IIFM MBA 2026-28 Admission: Eligibility, Online Application Process & Important Dates

IIFM MBA 2026-27

The application form is open for two years MBA Programme from IIFM Bhopal.

IIFM Bhopal offers MBA programs in Forestry Management, Sustainability Management, Sustainable Development, and Development & Sustainable Finance for the 2026-28 batch, with admissions currently open. The application deadline has been extended to January 15, 2026. Candidates need valid scores from CAT 2025, XAT 2026, MAT (2025/Feb 2026), or CMAT (2025/2026) for shortlisting, followed by an offline personal interview.​

IIFM Bhopal refers to the MBA (Forestry Management) program offered by the Indian Institute of Forest Management in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. This two-year full-time residential program focuses on sustainable forest and natural resource management, with specialisations including Forestry Management. The MBA equips students for careers in forestry, environment, sustainability sectors, and allied industries through core management courses plus specialisation electives

IIFM MBA 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates require a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks or an equivalent CGPA (45% for SC/ST/DA categories) from a recognised university. Final-year students or those awaiting results can apply provisionally, provided they complete requirements by June 30, 2026.​

CAT 2025/XAT 2026/MAT 2025/MAT (FEB) 2026/CMAT 2025 & 2026

Apply and appear for CAT 2025/ XAT 2026/MAT 2025/MAT (FEB) 2026/CMAT 2025 & 2026. IIFM will use CAT/XAT/MAT & CMAT scores for shortlisting candidates. IIMs/XLRI/AIMA/NTA have no role either in the selection process or in the conduct of the programme. 

Number of Seats 

IIFM Bhopal MBA Seat Intake

IIFM Bhopal’s MBA programs feature specialized intakes as detailed in the provided table.​

These seats cover the 2026-28 batch across all MBA specializations, totaling 375.

How to apply IIFM MBA 2026 online iifm.ac.in

Application is available online via the official portal at erp.iifmbhopal.edu.in/iifmapp. Steps include registration with email and mobile, form completion, document upload (mark sheets, entrance scorecard, category certificates), fee payment (₹1,500 for General/NC-OBC/EWS/DA; ₹1,000 for SC/ST), and submission.​

Key Dates

Interviews occur offline at centers like Bhopal, Delhi, Bengaluru, and others.​

Selection and Fees

Apply and appear for any if the entrance exam CAT 2025/ XAT 2026/MAT 2025/MAT (FEB) 2026/CMAT 2025 & 2026. IIFM will use CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT score for short-listing the candidates. 

Apply to IIFM Online through www.iifm.ac.in/admission and remit the fee through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking. • Application fee Rs. 1500/- for GEN/NC-OBC/DA/ EWS category and Rs. 1000/- for SC/ST. • Last date for receipt of application is 15th January 2026.

Personal Interviews

Based on the scores of qualifying exam, candidates will get a call for Personal Interview which will be offline mode in the following centres viz. 1) Ahmedabad  2) Bhopal  3) Delhi  4) Guwahati  5) Chennai  6) Bengaluru  7) Kolkata

Reservation

As per Government of India requirements, 18.75% of the seats reservation will be applicable for SC and 9.375% for ST candidates. For Other Backward Classes candidates belonging to the ‘non-creamy ‘layer (NC-OBC) 33.75% of the seats are available. As per the provision under section 39 of the PWD Act, 1995 , 5% of the seats are reserved for Persons with Disability (PWD)/Differently Abled (DA) candidates. The three categories of disability are:- (a) low-vision/blindness, (b) Hearing impairment, and (c) locomotors disability/cerebral palsy. This provision is applicable if a candidate suffers from any of the listed disabilities to the extent of not less than 40% as certified by a Medical Authority as prescribed and explained in the said Act.

The candidates belonging to categories for which seats are reserved need to note and read the eligibility requirements carefully before applying. It should be noted that while it is the endeavour of IIFM that the candidate belonging to SC/ST/PWD(DA)/Non – Creamy OBC categories join the programme in proportions mandated by the law, they have to meet the minimum eligibility criteria and a certain minimum level of performance in the admission process.

IIFM Bhopal MBA Fee Structure

The provided table outlines the MBA program fees at IIFM Bhopal for General/NC-OBC/EWS and SC/ST categories over two years.​

Fees exclude additional costs like mess, caution deposits, and hostel charges. The asterisk (*) denotes exclusions such as boarding and lodging, while double asterisk (**) indicates provisional totals subject to revision

Apply at iifm.ac.in or contact admission@iifm.ac.in

Placement record of the last two years is 93 percent.

IIFM Bhopal MBA personal interviews assess communication, domain knowledge in forestry/sustainability, and fit for the program.​

Preparation Strategies

Practice structured responses to common questions like “Tell me about yourself,” “Why IIFM?,” and “Why MBA after your background?” using STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result).​

• Know current affairs in environment, climate change, and forestry policies (e.g., India’s NDCs, Forest Conservation Act).
• Prepare for abstract or stress questions on hobbies, weaknesses, or observed accessories to test spontaneity.​
• Conduct 5-10 mock interviews, institute-specific if possible, focusing on body language and confidence.​

During the Interview

Maintain eye contact, smile, and stay genuine; admit unknowns honestly as panels seek trainable candidates over experts.​

Common Questions

Expect academic queries, career goals, ROI discussion for IIFM, and opinion-based topics like sports administration in Olympics.

IIFM MBA admission 2026-28 FAQs

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