IIFT 2025


MBA in International Business (IB) is offered by the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), which is one of the premier B-schools located in Delhi, Kolkata, and Kakinada. Numerous aspirants prepare for the IIFT entrance examination; in the next academic year, the examination will not take place for the 2024-25 intake. Below are the highlights of the IIFT exam for the year 2025.

IIFT Exam Highlights 2025


Feature

Details

Exam Name

IIFT Exam

Conducting Body

National Testing Agency

Exam Level

National

Exam Frequency

Once a year

Exam Mode

Online

Exam Purpose

Admission to IIFT Delhi, IIFT Kolkata, and IIFT Kakinada

Course Offered

MBA-International Business

No. of Test Cities

63



IIFT Eligibility Criteria 2025

  • Education: Hold a bachelor’s degree in any field of study for a three year course from an accredited university.


  • Minimum Scores:

General: 50% aggregate

SC/ST/PWD: 45% aggregate


  • Final Year Students: Eligible to apply but must submit their degree by the deadline.


  • Professional Degrees: Those holding an equivalent level of qualification to a Bachelor’s degree are also eligible (via CAT).

IIFT Exam 2025 Application Fee


Category

Application Fee

For General/ OBC-NCL/ EWS candidates

Rs. 3000/-

For SC/ ST/ PWD/ Transgender

Rs. 1500/-

For Foreign National/ NRIs

$200 (Rs. 16000/-)


IIFT Application Process 2025

The entire application process for the IIFT 2025 is completely online. Here's how you can apply:


  • Visit the Official Website

  • Go to ‘IIFT MBA (IB) 2025-27’ and click on the new registration link.

  • Fill in all required information and click ‘submit’.

  • Create a password and select a security question.

  • Log in and Complete the Form

  • Scan and upload a recent passport-size picture, signature and any other certificate as may be required.

  • Submit the application fee through a debit/credit card, net banking, or e-wallet.


IIFT Exam Pattern

The IIFT test format has remained almost the same format over the past number of years. Here is a summary of the exam based on the 2025 version. 


IIFT Section

Number of Questions

Marks per Question

Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC)

35

3

General Knowledge (GK)

20

1.5

Logical Reasoning & Data Interpretation (LRDI)

30

3

Quantitative Analysis (QA)

25

3


IIFT Exam Preparation Tips

Students are essential to follow some IIFT exam preparation strategies. Here’s how to go about it:

  • Start with Fundamentals: Concentrate only on such headings as Verbal Ability, General Knowledge, Logical Reasoning, and Quantitative Analysis.

  • Practice Regularly: As far as A-level is concerned, you can spend extra time-solving previous years’ questions and taking mock tests in order to know the format of the exam and the way you can manage your time properly.

  • Focus on Speed and Accuracy: This is so because for one to achieve good results in IIFT, one must achieve a balance between speed and accuracy. Sufficient repetitions enable the person to make effective but fast choices during a crisis.

  • Stay Updated on Current Affairs: In General Knowledge, it is advisable to read current and latest events of interest as well as business news.


Conclusion

The IIFT 2025 exam is sure to open the door for interested candidates to get themselves into a good MBA program in International Business. The candidates can prepare for the upcoming changes.


It involves concentration on the idea that constructing strong concepts, practice, and keeping up-to-date with changes are vital for passing through the IIFT selection test.


Wishing you all the very best for your IIFT preparation journey!