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A thoughtful admissions process designed to build a class of impact

SDA Bocconi’s IMB admissions process is meticulously designed to ensure the right fit between the program and the candidates it admits. Their approach goes beyond just academic qualifications and formal admission requirements, which include previous university studies, test scores, and work experience. The selection emphasizes several intangible factors like Soft skills, desire and motivation for personal growth, ability to contribute to peers and lastly the diversity that can be showcased with previous track record of extracurriculars and co-curriculars.

  • Eligibility
  • Selection Process
  • Key Dates
  • Documents Required
  • Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in any discipline or should be in their Final Year when applying.
  • IMB is designed for freshers and young executives with up to 5 years of work experience.
  • The eligibility criteria for academics is a minimum of 55% across 10th, 12th and under graduation and a minimum aggregate average of 70% of 10+12+undergrad.
  • All applicants are required to appear for at least one of the below mentioned tests before submission of their application, in a particular round.
  • Bocconi Test
  • CAT scores – 2022/2023
  • GMAT scores taken after January 1, 2021
  • NMAT by GMAC score of 2022/2023
  • GRE scores taken after January 1, 2021
  • The candidate can be asked to take the Bocconi Test if they don't have any other test score, or if the provided score is not up to the expectation of the admissions committee. There is no additional fee to take the Bocconi Test.

In case of multiple test scores, we consider the best of the scores.

The process is based on an overall profile analysis of the below mentioned factors:

  • Academic Abilities
    A consistent academic background and a demonstrated ability to work under pressure have an advantage in the selection.
  • Test Scores
    Applicants must also score well in admission tests (CAT, GMAT, GRE, NMAT by GMAC, or the Bocconi Test). SDA Bocconi Asia Center does not indicate any cut-off or restriction. A high test score is definitely helpful, but – for instance – an average score could be compensated by the candidate's excellence in other areas.
  • Work experience
    The evaluation of previous work/professional experience will significantly impact the overall application, with the duration considered as of March 31, 2024. Document for full-time work experience that can be submitted are employment letter/offer letter/last 3-month salary slips/form16 as applicable.Only full-time remunerative work post-graduation will be assessed, excluding part-time, project, internship, articleship, or pre-graduation experiences.For self-employment or partnership experience, full-time self-employment validity requires substantiation through income tax returns for the relevant employment years. The supporting documents include:i. Registered partnership deed,ii. MCA/RoC firm registration certificate,iii. GST registration of the firm,iv. Audited statements of the firm’s accounts (covering at least two consecutive financial years),v. DIPP Certificate of Recognition.One of these documents must reflect both the firm’s name and the candidate’s name as a promoter/director, while the other should reference the firm’s name or registration number. The commencement date of self-employment will be the later date indicated in these documents, and both dates must postdate the award of the candidate's last educational qualification.
  • Extra-Curricular & Soft skills
    Extra-curriculars such as management experience, leadership potential, entrepreneurial experience, communication skills, creativity, interest in sports or cultural arts, and involvement in community/social clubs are additional considerations.
  • Personal Interview
    Interviews are conducted following an initial pre-selection based on the dossier submission. Candidates are evaluated on multiple parameters such as problem solving skills, communication, and overall profile.
Application Deadlines
Round 1 Submission DeadlineNovember 22, 2023
Round 2 Submission DeadlineJanuary 22, 2024
Round 3* Submission DeadlineMarch 22, 2024
Round 4* TBD

*Subject to availability of seats

  • 10th mark sheet
  • 12th mark sheet
  • Graduation mark sheets of all semesters/years available as a single pdf
  • Degree Certificate/ Provisional Certificate if available at the time of submission of application.
  • Updated CV ( Sample Format )
  • Copy of Photo ID ( Passport/Pan Card etc.)
  • A Digital Passport-Size Photograph
  • Entrance Test Score Card (Not Applicable for Bocconi Test Takers)
  • Eligibility
  • Selection Process
  • Key Dates
  • Documents Required
  • Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in any discipline or should be in their Final Year when applying.
  • IMB is designed for freshers and young executives with up to 5 years of work experience.
  • The eligibility criteria for academics is a minimum of 55% across 10th, 12th and under graduation and a minimum aggregate average of 70% of 10+12+undergrad.
  • All applicants are required to appear for at least one of the below mentioned tests before submission of their application, in a particular round.
  • Bocconi Test
  • CAT scores – 2023/2024
  • GMAT scores taken after January 1,  2022
  • NMAT by GMAC score of 2023/2024
  • GRE scores taken after January 1, 2022
  • The candidate can be asked to take the Bocconi Test if they don't have any other test score, or if the provided score is not up to the expectation of the admissions committee. There is no additional fee to take the Bocconi Test.

In case of multiple test scores, we consider the best of the scores.

The process is based on an overall profile analysis of the below mentioned factors:

  • Academic Abilities
    A consistent academic background and a demonstrated ability to work under pressure have an advantage in the selection.
  • Test Scores
    Applicants must also score well in admission tests (CAT, GMAT, GRE, NMAT by GMAC, or the Bocconi Test). SDA Bocconi Asia Center does not indicate any cut-off or restriction. A high test score is definitely helpful, but – for instance – an average score could be compensated by the candidate's excellence in other areas.
  • Work experience
    The evaluation of previous work/professional experience will significantly impact the overall application, with the duration considered as of March 31, 2024. Document for full-time work experience that can be submitted are employment letter/offer letter/last 3-month salary slips/form16 as applicable.Only full-time remunerative work post-graduation will be assessed, excluding part-time, project, internship, articleship, or pre-graduation experiences.For self-employment or partnership experience, full-time self-employment validity requires substantiation through income tax returns for the relevant employment years. The supporting documents include:
    i. Registered partnership deed,ii. MCA/RoC firm registration certificate,iii. GST registration of the firm,iv. Audited statements of the firm’s accounts (covering at least two consecutive financial years),v. DIPP Certificate of Recognition.One of these documents must reflect both the firm’s name and the candidate’s name as a promoter/director, while the other should reference the firm’s name or registration number. The commencement date of self-employment will be the later date indicated in these documents, and both dates must postdate the award of the candidate's last educational qualification.
  • Extra-Curricular & Soft skills
    Extra-curriculars such as management experience, leadership potential, entrepreneurial experience, communication skills, creativity, interest in sports or cultural arts, and involvement in community/social clubs are additional considerations.
  • Personal Interview
    Interviews are conducted following an initial pre-selection based on the dossier submission. Candidates are evaluated on multiple parameters such as problem solving skills, communication, and overall profile.
Application Deadlines
Round 1 Submission DeadlineNovember 20, 2024
Round 2 Submission DeadlineJanuary 21, 2025
Round 3* Submission DeadlineMarch 21, 2025
Round 4* TBD

*Subject to availability of seats

  • 10th mark sheet
  • 12th mark sheet
  • Graduation mark sheets of all semesters/years available as a single pdf
  • Degree Certificate/ Provisional Certificate if available at the time of submission of application.
  • Updated CV ( Sample Format )
  • Copy of Photo ID ( Passport/Pan Card etc.)
  • A Digital Passport-Size Photograph
  • Entrance Test Score Card (Not Applicable for Bocconi Test Takers)

Key Dates

Application Start Date
September 2025
Round 1 Submission Deadline
November 21, 2025
Round 2 Submission Deadline
January 22, 2026
Round 3 Submission Deadline
March 23, 2026
Round 4* Submission Deadline
To Be Decided

*Subject to availability of seats

  • Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in any discipline, or should be in their Final Year while applying.
  • The academic eligibility criteria are a minimum of 55% across 10th, 12th, and under graduation, and a minimum aggregate average of 70% for 10+12+undergrad.
 
Accepted Scores:
  • CAT score of 2024/2025
  • GMAT score taken after January 1, 2023
  • NMAT by GMAC score of 2024/2025
  • GRE score taken after January 1, 2023
  • The candidate can be asked to take the Bocconi Test if they don’t have any other test score, or if the provided score is not up to the expectation of the admissions committee. There is no additional fee to schedule the Bocconi Test. In case of multiple test scores, we consider the best score provided.

The process is based on an overall profile analysis of the below mentioned factors:

  • Academic Abilities
    A consistent academic background and a demonstrated ability to work under pressure have an advantage in the selection.
  • Test Scores
    Applicants must also score well in admission tests (CAT, GMAT, GRE, NMAT by GMAC, or the Bocconi Test). SDA Bocconi Asia Center does not indicate any cut-off or restriction. A high test score is definitely helpful, but – for instance – an average score could be compensated by the candidate’s excellence in other areas.
  • Work experience
    The evaluation of previous work/professional experience will significantly impact the overall application, with the duration considered as of March 31, 2026. Document for full-time work experience that can be submitted are employment letter/offer letter/last 3-month salary slips/Form16 as applicable.
    Only full-time remunerative work post-graduation will be assessed, excluding part-time, project, internship, articleship, or pre-graduation experiences. For self-employment or partnership experience, full-time self-employment validity requires substantiation through income tax returns for the relevant employment years.

    The supporting documents include:
    i. Registered partnership deed,ii. MCA/RoC firm registration certificate,iii. GST registration of the firm,iv. Audited statements of the firm’s accounts (covering at least two consecutive financial years),v. DIPP Certificate of Recognition. One of these documents must reflect both the firm’s name and the candidate’s name as a promoter/director, while the other should reference the firm’s name or registration number. The commencement date of self-employment will be the later date indicated in these documents, and both dates must postdate the award of the candidate’s last educational qualification.

  • Extra-Curricular & Soft skills
    Extra-curriculars such as management experience, leadership potential, entrepreneurial experience, communication skills, creativity, interest in sports or cultural arts, and involvement in community/social clubs are additional considerations.
  • AI Interview
    The AI Interview serves as the first stage of the interview process. The integration of AI aims to enhance the
    efficiency, consistency and overall quality of the selection process. Candidates will be evaluated through an AI-enabled platform that assesses communication and behavioral parameters.
  • Personal Interview
    Interviews are conducted following an initial pre-selection based on the dossier submission. Candidates are evaluated on multiple parameters such as problem solving skills, communication, and overall profile.
  • 10th mark sheet
  • 12th mark sheet
  • Graduation mark sheets of all semesters/years available as a single pdf
  • Degree Certificate/ Provisional Certificate if available at the time of submission of application.
  • Updated CV ( Sample Format )
  • Copy of Photo ID ( Passport/Pan Card etc.)
  • A Digital Passport-Size Photograph
  • Entrance Test Score Card (Not Applicable for Bocconi Test Takers)

Admission Process

Online Application
CAT, NMAT, GMAT , GRE or Bocconi Test
Interview with Admissions Panel
Review by Admissions Committee
Final Decision & Scholarships (if granted)

Online Application Form

Fee: INR 3500

Submit Valid Test Score, CV, Transcripts & Essays

Schedule Bocconi Test

(If applicable)

AI & Personal Interview

Offer Letter/Result

Online Application Form

Fee: INR 3500

Submit Valid Test Score, CV, Transcripts & Essays

Schedule Bocconi Test

(If applicable)

Personal Interview

Offer Letter / Result

Fees, Tuition Waivers and Scholarships

Scholarships are aimed at enhancing the program’s diversity, international business, and leadership focus. It is offered to self-sponsored meritorious candidates with excellent career growth as well as strong leadership capabilities.

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Eligibility
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  • Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in any discipline or should be in their Final Year when applying.

  • IMB is designed for freshers and young executives with up to 5 years of work experience.

  • The eligibility criteria for academics is a minimum of 55% across 10th, 12th and under graduation and a minimum aggregate average of 70% of 10+12+undergrad.

  • All applicants are required to appear for at least one of the below mentioned tests before submission of their application, in a particular round.
    Bocconi Test
    CAT scores – 2023/2024
    GMAT scores taken after January 1,  2022
    NMAT by GMAC score of 2023/2024GRE scores taken after January 1, 2022

  • The candidate can be asked to take the Bocconi Test if they don't have any other test score, or if the provided score is not up to the expectation of the admissions committee. There is no additional fee to take the Bocconi Test.

In case of multiple test scores, we consider the best of the scores.

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