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IIFT Counselling & Updates

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Updated on 29 Aug 2026 13:41 IST

By ujjwal chaurasia, Editor

IIFT 2026 admit card information depends on the programme and admission route. Candidates applying for full-time MBA programmes should check the official IIFT portal for interview or selection-stage instructions because the current MBA admission process uses CAT scores rather than a separate IIFT written examination. Candidates shortlisted for further stages should download required documents, check venue and schedule details and follow the instructions provided by IIFT.

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The IIFT Admit Card is an important document issued to candidates who are shortlisted for the applicable admission stage or required to appear for an IIFT selection process.

For IIFT 2026, candidates should check the official admission notification for details about the Admit Card, interview schedule, selection stage and reporting requirements.

For the current full-time MBA admission process, IIFT uses CAT scores for shortlisting, followed by Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). Therefore, candidates should not assume that IIFT will issue a separate entrance-exam Admit Card like the earlier IIFT entrance-test system.

IIFT 2026 Admit Card: Key Details

Particular Details
Institute Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
Admission IIFT 2026
Admit Card To be announced
Mode Online
MBA Selection Test CAT
Selection Stages CAT Shortlisting + GD + PI
GD/PI Mode As specified by IIFT
Exam/Selection Centre Mentioned in official communication
Official Website iift.ac.in

When Will the IIFT 2026 Admit Card Be Released?

The release schedule depends on the admission stage.

For the current MBA admission process, IIFT shortlists candidates using CAT scores and other defined parameters. Shortlisted candidates are then called for GD and PI.

Therefore, candidates should monitor their registered email address and the official IIFT admission portal for:

  • Shortlisting status
  • GD/PI schedule
  • Interview instructions
  • Venue details
  • Reporting time
  • Required documents

The exact 2026 schedule will be confirmed by IIFT.

How to Download the IIFT 2026 Admit Card?

If IIFT provides an online Admit Card or call letter for your admission stage, follow the official instructions.

Step 1: Visit the Official IIFT Website

Open the official IIFT website and go to the Current Admission section.

Step 2: Select Your Programme

Choose the relevant admission programme.

Step 3: Log In

Enter the application credentials requested by the portal.

Step 4: Open the Admit Card or Call Letter

If you have been shortlisted and the document has been released, the relevant link will appear in your candidate account.

Step 5: Download the Document

Download the Admit Card or call letter and check all details carefully.

Step 6: Print the Document

Take a clear printout if the instructions require a physical copy.

Details Mentioned on IIFT Admit Card

The document can contain important information such as:

  • Candidate name
  • Application number
  • Programme
  • Selection stage
  • Date
  • Reporting time
  • Venue
  • Centre address
  • Instructions
  • Documents to carry

Check the details as soon as you download the document.

IIFT 2026 Admit Card and CAT

There is an important difference between the CAT Admit Card and an IIFT admission call letter.

For the current MBA admission process:

CAT Admit Card → CAT Examination

IIFT Shortlisting → GD/PI Selection Stage

IIFT uses the CAT score for shortlisting candidates for MBA (IB) and MBA (BA).

So, candidates preparing for MBA admission should keep their CAT examination documents separately from IIFT admission-related documents.

IIFT 2026 GD and PI Call Letter

Shortlisted candidates can be called for Group Discussion and Personal Interview.

The current IIFT admission brochure states that GD/PI is conducted at selected cities, including Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, GIFT City, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Indore, Lucknow and Mumbai. IIFT can change the centres for administrative reasons.

The call letter or official communication should provide the applicable venue and schedule.

Documents Required for IIFT Selection

Candidates should keep their admission documents ready.

These can include:

  • IIFT application form
  • CAT score details
  • CAT Admit Card
  • Academic marksheets
  • Graduation certificate
  • Category certificate, if applicable
  • Valid photo ID
  • Passport-size photographs
  • Work experience documents, if applicable
  • Other documents mentioned by IIFT

The exact document list can vary according to the programme and admission stage.

What If There Is an Error in the IIFT Admit Card?

If you notice an error in your:

  • Name
  • Application number
  • Programme
  • Interview date
  • Venue
  • Other important information

contact the IIFT admission office through the official contact details.

Do not manually edit the Admit Card or call letter.

The official IIFT website provides admission-related contact details for candidates.

IIFT 2026 Admit Card for MBA (International Business)

For MBA (International Business), the current admission process uses CAT scores for shortlisting.

Candidates shortlisted through CAT and other parameters are called for the second stage involving GD and PI.

The admission process can therefore be understood as:

CAT → IIFT Shortlisting → GD → PI → Final Selection

Candidates should prepare for both the CAT examination and the later communication-based selection stages.

IIFT 2026 Admit Card for MBA (Business Analytics)

MBA (Business Analytics) also follows the current IIFT admission process based on CAT scores for shortlisting.

Candidates should check the specific admission notification for the programme because eligibility and selection requirements can differ.

The programme focuses on data-driven decision-making, analytics tools and managerial applications.

What Should You Do Before the IIFT Selection Stage?

Once shortlisted, don't wait until the interview date to prepare.

Complete these steps:

Check Call Letter → Verify Venue → Arrange Documents → Prepare for GD → Prepare for PI → Plan Travel

For GD preparation, follow current business and economic developments.

For PI preparation, revise:

  • Graduation subjects
  • Academic background
  • Current affairs
  • Business news
  • International trade
  • Your career goals
  • Why IIFT?
  • Why MBA?
  • Why International Business?

This preparation is especially relevant because IIFT focuses strongly on international business and trade.

What Happens After the IIFT Admit Card?

The next stage depends on the programme.

For the current full-time MBA admission process, the broad sequence is:

CAT → Shortlisting → GD → PI → Final Selection → Admission

IIFT uses CAT scores and other parameters for shortlisting before the GD and PI stage.

Candidates should follow the instructions provided in their official communication.

IIFT 2026 Admit Card: Important Points

The IIFT 2026 Admit Card or selection-stage call letter details will be announced through the official admission process.

For MBA admissions, remember that IIFT currently uses CAT scores for shortlisting, so the CAT Admit Card is separate from any IIFT GD/PI call letter.

Candidates should check their registered email and IIFT admission portal regularly after the shortlisting stage.

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QA

Commonly asked questions

Q: When will the IIFT Admit Card be released?

The release schedule depends on the admission stage. Candidates should check the official IIFT admission portal and their registered email for the applicable call letter or Admit Card.

Q: Is there a separate IIFT entrance exam for MBA admission?

For the current full-time MBA admission process, IIFT uses CAT scores for shortlisting rather than conducting a separate IIFT MBA entrance examination.

Q: What should I carry for the IIFT GD and PI?

Carry the documents specified in the official call letter, along with your application details, academic documents, valid photo ID and other required certificates.

 

Q: Where are IIFT GD and PI conducted?

The current admission process lists several cities, including Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, GIFT City, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Indore, Lucknow and Mumbai. IIFT can change the centres when required.

Q: What happens after the IIFT Admit Card or call letter?

Shortlisted candidates attend the applicable GD and PI process. IIFT then uses the prescribed selection criteria to prepare the final admission list.

 

ujjwal chaurasia

Editor

An education content writer focused on creating clear, accurate, and student-friendly content about colleges, courses, exams, and career options in India. The goal is to simplify complex education topics and provide reliable information that helps students make confident academic decisions.