IIM Kozhikode
Ranking
#3
Courses
5 Programs
Type
Public
About IIM Kozhikode
Why Choose IIM Kozhikode for MBA?
Key Facts about IIM Kozhikode
Established in 1996 — Institute of National Importance under the IIM Act.
NIRF #3 in India (Management) for three consecutive years (2023, 2024, 2025).
Double Crown accreditation — EQUIS (re-accredited 2024) + AMBA (re-accredited 2023).
First IIM to receive AMBA accreditation (2010).
AACSB Member Institution since 2019.
QS Asia Rankings (Management) — Top 12 in Asia (2026).
FT Masters in Management #69 worldwide (2025).
100% placement — 561 students placed across 169 recruiters (2025 batch).
Average CTC ₹28.18 LPA; median CTC ₹27.5 LPA; highest CTC ₹81 LPA (2025).
Most gender-diverse MBA batch among all IIMs — unique institutional commitment.
Courses Wise Fees Structure
Admission Process
Appear for CAT
Register and sit for the Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by the IIMs annually.
Shortlisting
Candidates shortlisted based on CAT scores, academic profile (10th, 12th, graduation marks), and work experience.
Personal Interview (PI)
Shortlisted candidates attend a Personal Interview conducted at designated centres.
Final Merit List
Final selection based on composite score: CAT score, academic record, PI performance, and diversity factors.
Accept Offer & Pay Fees
Selected candidates accept the offer and complete fee payment to confirm admission.
Documents Required
- Class 10th Marksheet & Certificate
- Class 12th Marksheet & Certificate
- Graduation Transcripts & Degree Certificate (if applicable)
- CAT Scorecard (current year)
- Valid Government-issued Photo ID (Aadhaar / Passport)
- Passport-sized Photographs
- Category Certificate — SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD (if applicable)
₹28.18 LPA
Average CTC (2025)
₹27.5 LPA
Median CTC (2025)
₹81 LPA
Highest CTC
100%
Placement Rate
Top Recruiters
Placement by Sector — IIM Kozhikode 2025
Consulting (32% — highest share): BCG, Bain & Company, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, PwC — dominant sector reflecting IIMK's consulting strength.
Sales & Marketing (14%): Brand management, product management, and sales leadership roles at leading companies.
IT / Analytics (13.5%): Data analytics, business intelligence, and consulting roles at Accenture, Amazon, and tech firms.
Finance & Banking: Goldman Sachs and leading BFSI firms — investment banking and financial consulting.
Who Should Choose IIM Kozhikode?
CAT 98–99+ Aspirants Targeting Top-3 IIMs: Consistent NIRF #3 ranking with strong brand equity for employers across consulting, BFSI, and product.
Consulting & Analytics Aspirants: 32% of the batch placed in consulting — the highest sectoral concentration among any IIM outside the top-2.
Gender Diversity Champions: Most gender-diverse MBA batch among all IIMs — unique institutional commitment with structured diversity policies.
Global Credential Seekers: Double Crown (EQUIS + AMBA) accreditation — globally recognised with WES-equivalent international acceptance.
ROI-Conscious Candidates: ~₹23.5 Lakh fee vs. ₹27.5 LPA median CTC — payback under 12 months.
Scholarships Available
IIM Kozhikode offers need-based financial assistance covering up to 75% of the total programme fee, alongside merit awards, government category scholarships, and minority community support.
Need-Based Financial Assistance (NBFA)
Eligible: Household income ≤ ₹8 Lakh/year
75% fee waiver for income ≤ ₹4 Lakh/year; 50% waiver for income between ₹4–8 Lakh/year.
IIMK Merit Scholarship
Eligible: Based on CGPA during the programme
Merit scholarship awarded to students with exceptional academic performance during the PGP.
SC Top Class Education Scheme
Eligible: SC category; income ≤ ₹8 Lakh (10 seats)
Full or major fee support for SC students under the Top Class Education scheme — limited seats.
ST Scholarship
Eligible: ST category; income ≤ ₹6 Lakh
Government-mandated financial support for ST category students.
Minority Community Merit Scholarship (MCM)
Eligible: ≥50% marks; income ≤ ₹2.5 Lakh
Scholarship for minority community students meeting merit and income criteria.
Rankings & Accreditations
#3 in India
NIRF — Ministry of Education
Management — 3rd Consecutive Year · 2025
141–150 Globally
QS Masters in Management
Global MiM · 2026
Top 12 in Asia
QS Asia Rankings (Management)
Asia Management · 2026
#69 Worldwide
Financial Times Masters in Management
Global MiM · 2025
Accreditations
~112 Acres
Campus Area
20+
Hostel Blocks
~1,400
Student Capacity
Kozhikode, Kerala
Location
Hostel Amenities
- 20+ hostel blocks accommodating ~1,400 students in single and shared configurations
- Rooms with high-speed LAN connectivity and campus-wide Wi-Fi
- In-room amenities: washing machines, geysers, and water dispensers
- Sports facilities: gymnasium, badminton courts, basketball and football grounds, indoor games room
- 3 canteens with late-night access to support academic schedules
- 24×7 security and medical support on campus
Hostel Fee Structure
4.8
9,200 Reviews
Rigorous academics and diverse peer group — truly rewarding
The teaching method is rigorous with continuous assessment and peer learning. The combination of a wide mix of students and a team-learning environment makes IIM Kozhikode's MBA programme very rewarding.
Aman Nair
MBA (PGP), Batch of 2024 — IIM Kozhikode
Campus Facilities
Library & Digital Resources
Comprehensive academic library with digital databases, journals, and research resources.
Research Centres
Faculty and student research initiatives in management, finance, and analytics.
LAN & Wi-Fi Campus
High-speed LAN in hostel rooms and campus-wide Wi-Fi connectivity.
Sports Complex
Gymnasium, badminton, basketball, football grounds, and indoor games room.
3 Canteens
Three canteen facilities with late-night access during academic season.
Diverse Peer Community
Most gender-diverse MBA batch among all IIMs — unique collaborative learning environment.
24/7 Security
Round-the-clock campus security and medical support on the 112-acre campus.
Hostels
20+ hostel blocks with washing machines, geysers, water dispensers, and LAN connectivity.
What's New?
Student Reviews
Rigorous academics, diverse peer group — truly rewarding MBA
The teaching method is rigorous with continuous assessment and peer learning. The combination of a wide mix of students and a team-learning environment makes IIM Kozhikode's MBA programme very rewarding.
Aman Nair
MBA (PGP), Batch of 2024 — IIM Kozhikode
What's New?
Student Reviews
Rigorous academics, diverse peer group — truly rewarding MBA
The teaching method is rigorous with continuous assessment and peer learning. The combination of a wide mix of students and a team-learning environment makes IIM Kozhikode's MBA programme very rewarding.
Aman Nair
MBA (PGP), Batch of 2024 — IIM Kozhikode
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