Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM), Bhopal
Est. 1982
Bhopal, MADHYA PRADESH
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MBA – Forestry Management
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Admissions, Eligibility and Shortlisting Process at Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM), Bhopal
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MBA – Forestry Management - 2 yrs
Eligibility Criteria
A candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% in case of candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Differently Abled (DA) (it may also be referred to as Persons With Disability (PWD) categories), awarded by any of the universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a university under Section 3 of the UGC Act. 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India.
Candidates appearing for the final year of bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed degree requirements and are awaiting results can also apply.
Selection Process
Based on the scores of qualifying exam, candidates will be called for Personal Interview which will be conducted offline mode
Admission Process
1. Apply and appear for any if the entrance exam CAT 2025/ XAT 2026/MAT 2025/MAT (FEB) 2026/CMAT 2025/GMAT 2025. IIFM will use CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/GMAT score for short-listing the candidates. CMAT 2026 (January) scores will also be accepted for MBA admissions of 2026-2028 batch
2. Apply to IIFM Online through Applyo and remit the fee through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
3. Personal Interviews
Based on the scores of qualifying exam, candidates will be called for Personal Interview which will be conducted offline mode in the following centres viz. 1) Ahmedabad 2) Bhopal 3) Delhi 4) Guwahati 5) Chennai 6) Bengaluru 7) Kolkata
MBA – Sustainability Management - 2 yrs
Eligibility Criteria
A candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% in case of candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Differently Abled (DA) (it may also be referred to as Persons With Disability (PWD) categories), awarded by any of the universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a university under Section 3 of the UGC Act. 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India.
Candidates appearing for the final year of bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed degree requirements and are awaiting results can also apply.
Selection Process
Based on the scores of qualifying exam, candidates will be called for Personal Interview which will be conducted offline mode
Admission Process
1. Apply and appear for any if the entrance exam CAT 2025/ XAT 2026/MAT 2025/MAT (FEB) 2026/CMAT 2025/GMAT 2025. IIFM will use CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/GMAT score for short-listing the candidates. CMAT 2026 (January) scores will also be accepted for MBA admissions of 2026-2028 batch
2. Apply to IIFM Online through Applyo and remit the fee through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
3. Personal Interviews
Based on the scores of qualifying exam, candidates will be called for Personal Interview which will be conducted offline mode in the following centres viz. 1) Ahmedabad 2) Bhopal 3) Delhi 4) Guwahati 5) Chennai 6) Bengaluru 7) Kolkata
MBA – Sustainable Development - 2 yrs
Eligibility Criteria
A candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% in case of candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Differently Abled (DA) (it may also be referred to as Persons With Disability (PWD) categories), awarded by any of the universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a university under Section 3 of the UGC Act. 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India.
Candidates appearing for the final year of bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed degree requirements and are awaiting results can also apply.
Selection Process
Based on the scores of qualifying exam, candidates will be called for Personal Interview which will be conducted offline mode
Admission Process
1. Apply and appear for any if the entrance exam CAT 2025/ XAT 2026/MAT 2025/MAT (FEB) 2026/CMAT 2025/GMAT 2025. IIFM will use CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/GMAT score for short-listing the candidates. CMAT 2026 (January) scores will also be accepted for MBA admissions of 2026-2028 batch
2. Apply to IIFM Online through Applyo and remit the fee through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
3. Personal Interviews
Based on the scores of qualifying exam, candidates will be called for Personal Interview which will be conducted offline mode in the following centres viz. 1) Ahmedabad 2) Bhopal 3) Delhi 4) Guwahati 5) Chennai 6) Bengaluru 7) Kolkata
MBA – Development and Sustainable Finance - 2 yrs
Eligibility Criteria
A candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA (45% in case of candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Differently Abled (DA) (it may also be referred to as Persons With Disability (PWD) categories), awarded by any of the universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a university under Section 3 of the UGC Act. 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India.
Candidates appearing for the final year of bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed degree requirements and are awaiting results can also apply.
Selection Process
Based on the scores of qualifying exam, candidates will be called for Personal Interview which will be conducted offline mode
Admission Process
1. Apply and appear for any if the entrance exam CAT 2025/ XAT 2026/MAT 2025/MAT (FEB) 2026/CMAT 2025/GMAT 2025. IIFM will use CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/GMAT score for short-listing the candidates. CMAT 2026 (January) scores will also be accepted for MBA admissions of 2026-2028 batch
2. Apply to IIFM Online through Applyo and remit the fee through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
3. Personal Interviews
Based on the scores of qualifying exam, candidates will be called for Personal Interview which will be conducted offline mode in the following centres viz. 1) Ahmedabad 2) Bhopal 3) Delhi 4) Guwahati 5) Chennai 6) Bengaluru 7) Kolkata
What are the eligibility criteria for admission to IIFM
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD) in any discipline. Admission to the MBA programme is through CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT or GMAT scores
Can I get admission to IIFM with a 80 percentile in CAT?
Yes, a 80 percentile in CAT is generally considered competitive for IIFM. However, final selection depends on other parameters like academic background, diversity, work experience, and performance in the interview
What is the total fee structure for the MBA programs?
The total program fee is approximately ₹11.8 lakhs for Indian candidates.
Are there any scholarships or financial aid options available for students?
IIFM students can apply for government scholarships. The college does not offer any.
What is the unique aspect of IIFM’s curriculum compared to other B-schools?
IIFM integrates core management principles with environmental and developmental issues, offering courses on sustainability, natural resource management, policy analysis, and social entrepreneurship, setting it apart from traditional MBA programs.
What MBA courses are offered?
The school offers MBA – Forestry Management MBA – Sustainability Management MBA – Sustainable Development MBA – Development and Sustainable Finance
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