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Admissions to the Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program at the Department of Management Sciences (DoMS), IIT Kanpur for the 2024-26 batch are now open. International applicants are encouraged to follow the respective guidelines for application.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the 2024-26 academic session, applicants must appear for the CAT 2023 examination conducted by IIMs. The eligibility criteria vary for different categories:

For GN and OBC Applicants:

• Overall score of 80 percentile or above in CAT-2023.
• Bachelor’s Degree with an aggregate of 60% or a CPI of 6.0 on a scale of 10.
• Minimum three years of education after completing higher secondary schooling with Mathematics as one of the subjects.

For SC and ST Applicants:

• Overall score of 55 percentile or above in CAT-2023.
• Bachelor’s Degree with an aggregate of 50% or a CPI of 5.0 on a scale of 10.
• Minimum three years of education after completing higher secondary schooling with Mathematics as one of the subjects.

Note: Candidates appearing for the final degree examination can also apply provisionally.

Admission Stages

1. Stage 1: Initial Application

• Apply online by filling the form on DoMS IITK Admissions Portal if eligible.

1. Stage 2: Short Listing of Applications

• Shortlisting based on CAT-2023 percentile. Cut-off percentiles determined for different categories.

1. Stage 3: Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) Assessment

• GD panels evaluate performance in group discussion.
• PI assessment considers academic background, work experience, and interview performance.

1. Stage 4: Merit List Preparation

• All short-listed applicants qualifying Stage 3 considered for merit list preparation.

Note: Stages 2, 3, and 4 for [GN, EWS, OBC (NCL)] and [SC & ST] applicants will be conducted independently.

Fees for Application

• General/OBC(NCL)/EWS: INR 2000/-
• SC/ST/DAP (Differently Abled Persons): INR 1000/-
• No fee for female applicants.

Interview Dates

• 9th, 10th March 2024 (Bengaluru)
• 15th, 16th, 17th March 2024 (Noida)
• 15th, 16th, 17th March 2024 (Kanpur)

Special Provisions

1. Gender Diversity:

• A gender diversity multiplier for shortlisted female applicants.
• The gender diversity incorporated final score is capped at the maximum score (100).

1. Merit Lists:

• Prepared for different categories based on GoI norms on reservation.

Admission Schedule for MBA 2024-26 Batch

Pre-Admission Process

Stage	Dates
Opening date of Online Application Form	20 January 2024 (Saturday)
Last Date of Online Application Form	31 January 2024 (Wednesday)
Announcement of Shortlists (for GDPI)	9 February 2024 (Friday)
GD/PI Process	15 – 17 March 2024 (Friday – Sunday)
Declaration of Admission Results	First Week of May 2024 (Tentative)

Post-Admission Process

Stage	Dates
Registration of MBA students	Last week of July 2024
Orientation	Last week of July 2024
Classes commence	Last week of July 2024

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

MBA and Program Related Questions:

1. Q: What degree is being offered by DoMS?

• A: The degree being offered is “Master of Business Administration” by the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur.

1. Q: Do we get a specialized MBA degree or a general management MBA degree?

• A: It is a general management program, and the same would be written on the degree. However, students are offered a variety of elective courses from different domains from the 2nd semester.

1. Q: Is the curriculum entirely Case study-based?

• A: The curriculum is designed to have a proper mix of conceptual learning and practical exposure to real-time industry problems.

1. Q: What is the faculty-to-student ratio at DoMS for the MBA program?

• A: Currently, the faculty-to-student ratio is 1:6.

1. Q: What is the fee for an MBA at IIT Kanpur?

• A: Fee details are released before every semester. Link for reference

1. Q: Is hostel facility available for DoMS students?

• A: Yes, hostel facility is available for the students inside the campus. You shall be granted a hostel room when the program starts.

Admission and Application Related Questions:

1. Q: What are the application fees for MBA 2024 admissions?

• A: The application fee for General Category/EWS/NC-OBC category students is Rs. 2000/- and for SC/ST category students is Rs. 1000/-. However, there is no application fee for females.

1. **Q: Is the MBA program offered by DoMS only available for Engineering students?

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• A: No. Any graduate can apply. Detailed eligibility criteria can be found here.

1. Q: Can a non-engineer apply for an MBA program at IIT Kanpur?

• A: Yes. Any graduate can apply. Detailed eligibility criteria can be found here.

1. Q: Is work experience a necessary criterion for doing MBA, and if yes, what is the ideal length?

• A: No. However, work experience is given additional points based on the duration. More information is available here.

1. Q: Are international students eligible to apply for DoMS MBA program?

• A: Yes. More details can be found here.

Eligibility & Selection Related Questions:

1. Q: What is the candidate selection process?

S.No	Component	Weight*
1	Scaled CAT 2023 Score	20%
2	Academic Performance (HSC+Graduation)	20%
3	Work Experience	10%
4	Group Discussion	20%
5	Personal Interview	30%

• A: The candidates will be selected for the final offer based on a composite score computed based on the factors given below: S.No Component Weight* 1 Scaled CAT 2023 Score 20% 2 Academic Performance (HSC+Graduation) 20% 3 Work Experience 10% 4 Group Discussion 20% 5 Personal Interview 30%

1. Q: Will there be a sectional cut-off in CAT for shortlisting for Interviews?

• A: No, IIT Kanpur does not take any sectional cutoffs. Only overall cutoffs are considered for shortlisting candidates.

1. Q: How much weightage is given to work experience?

• A: Work experience has been given a 10% weightage in the final composite score.

1. Q: How much weightage does a CAT score have?

• A: CAT score bears a weightage of 20% for the final selection.

1. Q: I have a CGPA out of 10 but not a percentage. Should I convert my CGPA into a percentage and fill it in?

• A: No, only fill in your CGPA/CPI unless your university provides a conversion formula.

1. Q: How do I prepare for the PI?

• A: Candidates will be evaluated based on academic aptitude, business acumen, communication skills, and interpersonal abilities.

1. Q: When can I expect an interview call?

• A: Tentative dates are mentioned on the website, further updates will be communicated through official handles.

1. Q: Where will the GD-PI process take place?

• A: There are two centers for GD-PI process. You may opt for one that is closest to your place while registering.

1. Q: What are the expected dates for the GD-PI process?

• A: Tentative dates are 15th, 16th, 17th March. Process will be conducted in IITK Campus in Kanpur and IITK Outreach Centre in Noida.

1. Q: Is it possible to change my center for GD-PI process after registration?
   • A: No. There isn’t any provision for changing the GD-PI centers.
2. Q: Is there a list of documents to bring for document verification?
   • A: A list of documents will be communicated through mail with the invitation for an interview call.
3. Q: Is there a provision for rescheduling of GD-PI round?
   • A: No. The schedule is communicated a month prior, and candidates are expected to manage their schedule accordingly.
4. Q: When do we need to pay admission fees?
   • A: The last date for paying the admission fees will be communicated through the mail with the offer letter.

Other Questions:

1. Q: Does the college provide any assistance in securing a loan for the fees?

• A: Three banks (State Bank of India, ICICI, and Union Bank of India) inside the campus provide loan facilities. Contact them directly for loan facilities.

1. Q: What is the maximum batch size?

• A: There is no upper limit on the size of the batch. Batch strength is determined based on the final pool of suitable students enrolling in the program.

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This comprehensive guide aims to provide aspiring candidates with a detailed overview of the MBA admissions process at DoMS, IIT Kanpur for the 2024-26 batch. Prospective students are advised to regularly check the official website for any updates or changes in the admission schedule and process.