Bengaluru: The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) has officially opened the application portal for its prestigious Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (EPGP) for the 2027–28 batch.
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Tailored for experienced professionals aiming to transition into senior leadership roles, this intensive one-year residential MBA continues to stand as one of the most sought-after executive programs in the Asia-Pacific region.
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The selection process is split into two distinct rounds. Candidates are permitted to apply in only one round per admissions cycle.
| Event | Round 1 | Round 2 |
| Application Window | June 15 to Aug 17, 2026 | Aug 19 to Nov 25, 2026 |
| Application Fee | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| Interviews | Sept 05 – 06, 2026 | Dec 12 – 13, 2026 |
| Interview Cities | Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata | Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata |
| Offers & Waitlist | Sept 21, 2026 | Dec 24, 2026 |
| Offer Acceptance Deadline | Oct 01, 2026 | Jan 04, 2027 |
EPGP Eligibility
- Academic Qualification: A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks (or equivalent CGPA). For candidates belonging to SC, ST, and PwD categories, the minimum requirement is relaxed to 45%.
- Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years of full-time, post-graduation work experience by March 31, 2027.
- Standardized Test Scores: A valid GMAT or GRE score.
Crucial Update: Online versions of the GMAT or GRE (test taken at home) are not accepted for the EPGP admissions. Only physical, center-based test scores are valid.
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EPGP Fee Structure
| Fee Component | Single / Spouse Accom | Non-Residential Fee |
| Tuition Fee | ₹26,50,000 | ₹26,50,000 |
| Accommodation Charges | ₹80,000 | — |
| International Immersion | ₹5,50,000 | ₹5,50,000 |
| Refundable Deposit | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 |
| Hostel Mess Charges | ₹63,000 | — |
| Total Programme Fee | ₹33,68,000 | ₹32,20,000 |
EPGP Placement Record
- Average Salary: ₹35.35 LPA (Lakhs Per Annum)
- Median Salary: ₹34.75 LPA
- Top Recruiting Sectors: Management Consulting, IT/Analytics, Product Management, Finance, and E-commerce. Core recruiters consistently include industry giants like Accenture, Infosys, and Sutherland.
ISB Admissions 2027: Eligibility, Placements, Trends & Ranking
About IIM Bangalore or IIM B: Established in 1973, the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) is widely considered one of the top business schools in Asia.
IIM Bangalore Rankings
- QS World University Rankings 2026: Ranked #29 globally (a jump from #40 in 2025) and #5 in Asia for Business and Management Studies.
- Financial Times (FT) Global MBA 2026: The EPGP (Executive MBA) program soared to #34 worldwide, marking one of the highest leaps for an Indian B-school.
- NIRF 2025: Consistently ranked as the #2 Management Institute in India.
Academic Programs
- PGP (MBA)
- PGP-BA (MBA Business Analytics)
- EPGP: A one-year full-time MBA for experienced professionals (5+ years).
- BBA in Digital Business and Entrepreneurship
- PhD
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