Indus Business Academy - [IBA], Bangalore (IBA)

  • Bangalore, Karnataka
  • Private
  • Estd 2001
  • AICTE
  • MHRD
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About IBA

At a glance

  • Institute type Private
  • Established 2001
  • Approvals 2
  • Courses listed 1
  • Location Bangalore, Karnataka

Indus Business Academy (IBA) is situated in Bangalore, Karnataka and was established in the year 2001. IBA Campus is well-built with an area of more than 3 Lakhs Sq. ft. having 600 fully grown trees enhancing learning potential of a student. IBA has emerged as one of the most prominent institutions which offers only Management Education at Post Graduate level in India.

IBA is one of the elite 42 B-School which is accredited Internationally by IACBE (International Accreditation Council for Business Education, USA). IBA is the first and the only Indian Business School to become a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) International Quality Group which is formed to bring together high -quality institutions for better education. Over the years IBA has established its name in the field of providing professional management education.

Scholastic Associations & International Linkages of IBA Bangalore

International Associations

National Associations

Freiburg University, Germany

Goa University, Goa

Stockholm University, Sweden

South Gujarat University, Gujarat

Friedrich Schiller University, Germany

Banasthali Vidyapith University, Vanasthali

Association of Indian Management Scholars, USA

Baddi University of Emerging Science & Technology, Himachal Pradesh

Zurich University of Applied Science, Switzerland

Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore

Curtin University, Australia

Swami Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhan Sansthana (SVYASA ), Bangalore

University of Dhaka, Bangladesh

Madras Institute of Development Studies, Chennai

IBA Bangalore Highlights

Type

Private

Location

Bangalore, Karnataka

Recognition

All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD)

Accreditations

International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE), USA

Campus Area

8.5 Acres

IBA Bangalore course and Eligibility

IBA Bangalore Admission to PGDM program is offered to the candidate having scored at least 50% marks in Bachelor’s Degree from a UGC recognized Institute/ University.

Final Selections to PGDM course will be done on the basis of CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ ATMA/ GMAT/ GRE/ GATE/ CMAT/ State Govt. Entrance Exam score followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview conducted by the Institute.

Get details about IBA Bangalore Fee Structure

IBA Bangalore Placements

IBA Bangalore has an excellent record of placements and since then more than 100 companies have participated in the recruitment process hiring students both on the national and international basis. Placements are offered to the candidates through its placement cell. It also works on the overall development of every candidate individually through its Advanced Placement and Training Program which includes:

  • Interfacing: Organizing various Workshops, Seminars and Guest lectures by the Business Leaders.
  • Mentoring & Career Counselling: Personal mentoring by a Mentor Faculty throughout the year.
  • Grooming Sessions: Organizing Aptitude Tests, Mock Group Discussions and Mock Interviews to make the student's placement ready.

Read more: IBA Bangalore Placements

IBA Bangalore Rankings

  • Ranked 28th All India by ‘Times of India’ B-school Survey 2018
  • Ranked 24th All India by ‘Competition Success Review (CSR)’ B-school Survey 2017
  • IBA, Bangalore has been awarded for consecutive 5 years as the Top Institute of Excellence by CSR
  • IBA is enlisted among the T-100Institutes in India (which includes 78 IIMs, IITs, NITS + 22 other premier Institutes & Universities of repute) by Wadhwani Foundation & G-250 Institutes / Universities Globally on Technology-based Education by Wadhwani Operating Foundation, USA.
  • IBA Bangalore has been chosen among ‘Best Education Brands’ by the Economic Times consecutively for two years, 2017 & 2018.
  • IBA Bangalore chosen as ‘ExtraOrdinaire Brand 2017-18’  by Consumers & Industry, Survey by Times Network & NexBrands Inc.
  • Awarded as the ‘Most Innovative Institute’ in India by AIMS (Association of Indian Management Schools) in 2016
  • Honoured with the ‘The Academy of Success’ award at the World Business Conclave2016, Hong Kong: “Celebrating Asia-Pacific’s Success Story” (Process Reviewed & Evaluated by PwC, ASSOCHAM and HKGCC)
  • Listed among 100 Fastest growing Private Institutes in Asia by WCRC Survey  (Process Advised & Evaluated by KPMG)

IBA Bangalore Scholarships

IBA Bangalore Scholarships & Awards worth 5.46 crores for meritorious students.

Key information

Website
iba.ac.in
Address
Lakshmipura, Thataguni Post, Kanakapura Main Road Bangalore - 560062 Karnataka, India
Approvals & affiliations
  • AICTE
  • MHRD

Why choose IBA?

The organization offers courses that are highly recognized across the country, they have won approval from UGC and AICTE. Year after year, top hats from the corporate world are here to recruit talent for their organization, as they know that the campus is home to best talent. Efforts to make them the best starts the day one, they set their foot on the campus for studies, the lessons taught to them are regularly updated to ensure that are in tandem with the latest in the industry.

Efforts to make them the best starts the day one, they set their foot on the campus for studies, the lessons taught to them are regularly updated to ensure that are in tandem with the latest in the industry.  Who are the top companies that arrive at the institution for recruiting talent? TCS, Capgemini, Zoho, Infosys, Cognizant, TATA, Wipro, Amazon are among the companies that have offered placements to the students here.

The organisation has tie-ups with leading Universities and research establishments at national and international Level. It is a research-intensive institution with world class laboratories and is involved in research in various areas of science and technology. Organization has taken up various sponsored and collaborative R&D projects funded by national and international organizations. It is one of the leading multidisciplinary universities that produces world class talents to address global challenges.

It has achieved excellence in education and research through effective collaboration with industries and other international and national organisations. It has an attractive ecosystem for students and employees and is a hub of innovation for researchers and an incubating platform for entrepreneurs.

Courses & fees 1

Showing 1 of 1 course

  • Post Graduate Diploma in Management [PGDM]

    Business Management, P.G.D.M. (Postgraduate Diploma in Management), Full time

    PG 2 Years ₹10,83,000 / yearTotal ₹7,52,000

Fee structure

Postgraduate fee structure

This is about the money one has to pay to study the course in the institution. There are many aspects to it and important one is the tuition fees which is the cost incurred to study the course. The other elements are security deposit or safety deposit, exam charges, laboratory charges. Certain courses may have lab work so those expenses are also to be paid, they may be separately charged. This is about the tuition fees, that is the cost incurred to study the course. Tuition fee details for various courses are mentioned below:

PGDM Rs 10,83,000

Admission

Eligibility

The eligibility criteria depend upon the type of course the candidate is willing to apply at the institution. Those aspiring for graduation must have passed plus two from a recognized educational institution anywhere in India. Aspirants for postgraduate courses have to pass graduation in the relevant discipline from a recognized educational institution located anywhere in India. More information is provided below for the sake of the students:

PGDM

Bachelor’s degree in any field from any statutory University approved by UGC with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved – SC/ST categories) OR Applicants, who are in the final year of Bachelor’s degree, are also eligible to apply.

And

Applicant must appear for any one of the below-mentioned Entrance Tests and submit the photocopy of the Score Card along with the filled Application Form. We accept scores of the following tests:

  • CAT 2024 (Common Admission Test conducted by IIMs) 
  • XAT 2025 (XLRI Admission Test) 
  • CMAT 2025 (Common Management Admission Test Conducted by AICTE) 
  • MAT Sept. 2024, Dec. 2024, Feb. 2025 & May. 2025 (Management Aptitude Test conducted by AIMA)  
  • ATMA 2025 (AIMS Test for Management Admission) 
  • GMAT after Sept. 2023 (Graduate Management Aptitude Test conducted by GMAC) 
  • GATE 2023/24 (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering jointly conducted by IISC and IITs) 
  • State Government Entrance Tests – 2024, such as MAH-CET, KMAT, PGCET, etc.  

Disclaimer: IBA uses scores of the above-mentioned Tests for admission in its Management Programme. The Testing Bodies neither have any role in the selection process nor the conduct of the Management Programme. 

Admission process

Procedure to get admission in this institution for higher learning is online and is considered to be very simple which can be completed very easily. Those willing to apply must meet the required eligibility conditions; students have to ensure they fulfilling the criteria required to get a seat in the institution to study the course of their choice.

Students who have studied plus-two from a recognized educational institution can apply for graduation. Those wishing to study science subjects in graduation have to pass plus two in science stream – maths/biology, physics chemistry. The qualifying degree must be obtained from a recognized educational institution.

Aspirants for commerce courses in graduation must preferably pass plus two from commerce stream, plus two students from any stream can apply for arts and humanities courses in graduation. Those who wish to join postgraduation have to pass graduation in the relevant discipline. Those who fulfil the eligibility condition can visit the website and apply.

The authorities concerned would shortlist the applications and then call for the further process which may involve document verification and interview. Those who get selected can convey their acceptance and pay the fees and join the classes. For further information, students can always visit the official website of the institution.

Selection criteria

Scores of Aptitude Test (list of accepted tests given under Eligibility Criteria) 20 marks Original Score Card will be verified at GD & P.I centre
Consideration of Bachelor Degree Marks, 12th Standard, 10th Standard Marks & Work Experience / Extra-curricular activities 35 marks 10 Marks each for Bachelor Degree, 12th and 10th Standard. 05 marks for Work Experience / Extra-curricular activities
SOP (Statement of Purpose) 10 Marks Assessment will be done at GD & P.I Center
Group Discussion or Personal Interview (PI – 1) 35 marks Assessment will be done at GD & P.I Centre
Personal Interview (P.I.)*
Total 100 marks  

*It is necessary for an applicant to clear the Personal Interview round for Admission at IBA

Please Note:

  • In previous Batches, 25% to 30% of Batch comprised of students having varied work experience up to 6 years.
  • Admission at IBA is purely on Applicant’s merit & performance during the Admission Phase.
  • Candidates may opt for IBAAT (Indus Business Academy Aptitude Test) if their existing entrance test score does not meet the cutoff criteria.
  • Please don’t fall prey to any Admission Consultant and don’t pay any donation for Admission at IBA. IBA has not authorized any Admission Consultant to conduct GD & P.I on its behalf.
  • Any attempt to influence the admission process / result / decision making will disqualify the Applicant.

How to apply

The process to apply for the courses is online and students have to visit the official website of the institution to submit applications for the academic programs. The procedure to be followed is mentioned below for the sake of the students:

  1. They have to type the URL of the college they wish to apply in the browser of the computer and submit it to allow the website to download.
  2. After the webpage is ready, candidates have to click the link for registration to create an account with username and password.
  3. After the account is created, candidates can login and start applying for the admission.
  4. The required documents have to be submitted, registration fee has to be paid and verification of details provided while filling the form has to be done to ensure there are no errors.
  5. After checking the details, candidates can submit the application form and obtain the confirmation message indicating successful submission. Once the message is obtained, candidates can download and take a printout of it.

Documents

UG

Candidates applying for UG – Undergraduate courses have to upload the following documents:

  1. 10th class marksheet
  2. 12th class marksheet or (suggested alternative if marksheets are yet to be obtained)
  3. Photograph of the applicant
  4. Image of candidate’s signature

PG

Candidates applying for PG – Postgraduate courses have to upload the following documents:

  1. 10th class marksheet
  2. 12th class marksheet
  3. Graduation marksheet or (suggested alternative if marksheets are yet to be obtained)
  4. Photograph of the applicant
  5. Image of the candidate’s signature

Scholarships

Financial aid

The institution has a strong leaning towards encouraging those who wish to excel in academics, the idea is that no one with a desire to study should be away from education. Students who have the required eligibility can apply for the scholarships. Generally, scholarships are awarded based on a set of criteria such as academic merit, diversity and inclusion, athletic skill, and financial need, research experience or specific professional experience.

The details about scholarship can be obtained from the institution in person or from their website. Those who have confirmed their admission can seek information about the scholarship and the schemes through which it is provided. Merit scholarships can be based on a number of criteria, including performance in a particular school subject or club participation or community service.

The information about scholarships is likely available in the information brochure that are made available during the commencement of the admission season every year. Students can refer to the information sources like the brochures for details about scholarships. The applicants have to ensure they are meeting the required eligibility condition before applying for the scholarships.

Placements

133 recruiting companies Listed by the college

There is something very special about this institution as far as placements are concerned. The performance on that front is always more than satisfactory. Students here have made in ways into top companies in the corporate world and have brought glory to their alma mater. It would not be a surprise to say that, there is no company in the biz world, where you would not find a student of this institution performing their duties to the best of their abilities.

The organization has been recording a placement of more than 90% every year. Year after year, top hats from the corporate world are here to recruit talent for their organization, as they know that the campus is home to best talent. What makes the students so special? Efforts to make them the best starts the day one, they set their foot on the campus for studies, the lessons taught to them are regularly updated to ensure that are in tandem with the latest in the industry.

Who are the top companies that arrive at the institution for recruiting talent? TCS, Capgemini, Zoho, Infosys, Cognizant, TATA, Wipro, Amazon are among the companies that have offered placements to the students here. There is more to it than meets the eye. The list of top hats coming to the institution to recruit talent is very big. It has to be, for they all know that it is here the talent is available in abundance.

Average salary ranges from Rs 4 to 6 LPA and students have won positions at pay prospects higher than this. It is not a surprise, where there is talent, it gets rewarded. The institution desires to achieve more in the years to come. The list of companies arriving here for recruiting talent would be even bigger. The number of students getting placed will also witness an upward move.

Top recruiters

133 companies
  • Aditya Birla Group
  • Amazon
  • Cognizant
  • Dell
  • Facebook
  • FLIPKART
  • Genpact
  • IBM
  • MU SIGMA
  • oracle
  • Bosch Limited
  • Total Environment
  • Wipro
  • Accenture
  • Asus Technology
  • Blue Star
  • Deloitte
  • HDFC Bank
  • ITC
  • KPMG India
  • Renault Nissan
  • Siemens
  • Symphony
  • American Express

Campus & hostel

Facilities 11

  • Comp Labs
  • Sports
  • Gym
  • Medical
  • Cafeteria
  • Laboratory
  • Library
  • Auditorium
  • Hostel
  • Security
  • Wi-Fi Campus

Campus life

The life on campus is more than comfortable as the amenities there are on par with the best in the country. The focus will be on academics where each program is comprehensive to provide the student with sufficient inputs and training in relevant skills so as to help the students embark on a professional career. Apart from providing core inputs related to the specific program the student will also be provided with an exposure to inter-disciplinary areas.

Added to this the students will be trained to increase their competence in communication skills, reasoning skills, critical, creative thinking capabilities and a capacity to drive for continuous self-learning towards individual development. If the work on academics for the day is over, the time to relax will be a good thing to by socialising with friends on the campus or in the eateries which are brilliant when it comes to serving good food.

One should never be able to forget, the library on the campus which is a great storehouse of knowledge. Students who want to spend their leisure hours gaining some knowledge in connection with his or her respective subject can make way to the library.

There is ample scope for extra-curricular activities, students can take part in them and bring out their innate talents. The next would be the amenities, classrooms are designed in a way that give students the maximum comfort.

Hostel & fees

As published by the college. Confirm the latest fees with the admissions office.

More than comfortable should be the apt word for describing the hostel accommodation at the college. The students whose admission is confirmed can take up the hostel accommodation if there is a need. Students who are seeking hostel facility can inform the authorities concerned at the college at the appropriate time.
Students who are coming from other parts of India can also make use of the hostel accommodation. Details about charges are mentioned below for the sake of the students. Those requiring additional information about the charges to be paid if opting for hostel facility can be obtained from institution in person or from its official website. Information is mentioned below:

Hostel Room Rs 1,50,000
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