Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
(IIM Bangalore)Last Updated: Jun 08, 2026
Established
1973
Campus Size
100.00 Acres
Total Students
1,300
Faculty
140
Student-Faculty
9:1
IIM Bangalore Fee Structure and Program Investment Across Postgraduate Programs
IIM Bangalore Fee Structure 2025-27
IIM Bangalore's PGP (MBA) has a total fee of ₹26.00-26.30 Lakhs for the 2025-27 batch - marginally higher than the previous year (less than 1% increase). IIMB offers the most stable fee structure among top-3 IIMs. With an average CTC of ₹34.88 LPA and 100% placement, the investment delivers a payback period of under 9 months.
Programme-wise Fee Structure
| Programme | Duration | Total Fee (2025-27) | Previous Batch | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGP (2-Year MBA) | 2 Years | ₹26,00,000 - ₹26,30,000 | ₹26,00,000 | <1% |
| PGP-BA (Business Analytics) | 2 Years | ₹26,00,000 - ₹26,30,000 | ₹26,00,000 | <1% |
| EPGP (1-Year Executive MBA) | 1 Year | ₹33,71,000 - ₹36,62,000 | - | - |
| PhD (Doctoral Programme) | 5 Years | NIL (Fully Funded) | NIL | - |
PGP Fee Breakdown
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition & Academic Fees | ₹22,00,000 - ₹23,00,000 (est.) |
| Hostel Room Rent | Included in total |
| Library, Internet, Computing | Included in total |
| Medical & Personal Accident Insurance | Included in total |
| Alumni Activity Fee | Included in total |
| Caution Deposit (Refundable) | ₹15,000 (General) + ₹5,000 (Hostel) |
| Mess Charges (Optional) | ₹30,000/term (paid separately) |
| Total Programme Fee | ₹26,00,000 - ₹26,30,000 |
Scholarships & Fee Waivers
Need-Based Financial Aid: For students with annual household income below ₹8,00,000. Coverage ranges from 20% to 100% of tuition fees based on financial circumstances.
SC/ST Scholarships:
- Ministry of Tribal Affairs - Full tuition for ST students (means-based)
- Ministry of Social Justice - Full tuition for SC students (means-based)
- NTPC Scholarship - ₹48,000/year for SC/ST/PwD second-year students
Merit Scholarships: Aditya Birla, OP Jindal, and industry-sponsored awards.
EPGP Scholarship: ₹6,00,000 each for top 5 students in Round 1 and Round 2 of EPGP admissions.
PhD: Fully funded - ₹42,000/month stipend + ₹25,000/month contingency (Years 2-5) + travel grants for conferences.
Education Loans
Education loans up to ₹50 Lakhs are available collateral-free from SBI, Axis Bank, HDFC Credila, Canara Bank, and Bank of Baroda. Interest rates range from 8.15% to 10% p.a. IIMB's #2 NIRF ranking ensures smooth loan processing and favourable terms.
Return on Investment (ROI)
With a PGP fee of ₹26.00-26.30 Lakhs and an average CTC of ₹34.88 LPA, the payback period is approximately 9 months. IIMB's PGP fee is lower than both IIMA (₹27.50L) and IIMC (₹27.00L), yet delivers comparable placement outcomes, making it the best value among the top-3 IIMs.
Fee Comparison - Top 5 IIMs
| IIM | PGP Fee | Executive MBA Fee | Avg CTC | Payback Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IIM Bangalore | ₹26.00-26.30 L | ₹33.71 L | ₹34.88 LPA | ~9 months |
| IIM Ahmedabad | ₹27.50 L | ₹35.00 L | ₹35.22 LPA | ~9 months |
| IIM Calcutta | ₹27.00 L | ₹33.50 L | ₹34.23 LPA | ~9 months |
| IIM Lucknow | ₹20.75 L | ₹26.00 L | ₹32.30 LPA | ~8 months |
| IIM Kozhikode | ₹20.50 L | ₹14-16 L | ₹28.18 LPA | ~9 months |
Fees Structure at IIM Bangalore
Lowest Fees
₹250,000
Highest Fees
₹3,300,000
Courses with Fees
5
| Course | Duration | Total Fees (Approx) | Fee Breakdown |
|---|---|---|---|
|
MBA Full Time |
2 Years | ₹2,600,000 | - |
|
MBA Business Analytics Full Time |
2 Years | ₹2,600,000 | - |
|
MBA Public Policy and Management Full Time |
1 Years | ₹2,500,000 | - |
|
Executive MBA Part Time |
1 Years | ₹3,300,000 | - |
|
PhD Full Time |
5 Years | ₹250,000 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions - IIM Bangalore Fees
Q: What is the total fee for IIM Bangalore PGP (MBA)?
The total PGP fee for the 2025-27 batch is ₹26,00,000 to ₹26,30,000, including tuition, hostel, library, internet, insurance, and alumni fees. Mess charges (₹30,000/term) and caution deposits (₹20,000) are additional. This is the lowest among ABC IIMs.
Q: How does IIM Bangalore fee compare with IIM Ahmedabad?
IIMB PGP (₹26.00-26.30L) is ₹1.20-1.50L cheaper than IIMA (₹27.50L). For executive programmes, IIMB EPGP (₹33.71L) is also marginally lower than IIMA PGPX (₹35L). Both deliver comparable placement outcomes (₹34.88L vs ₹35.22L average CTC), making IIMB slightly better value.
Q: What financial aid is available at IIM Bangalore?
IIMB offers need-based aid (20-100% tuition waiver for families earning <₹8L/year), SC/ST government scholarships (full tuition), NTPC scholarship (₹48,000/year for SC/ST/PwD), merit scholarships, and EPGP admission scholarships (₹6L each for top 5 students). PhD is fully funded.
Q: What is the EPGP fee at IIM Bangalore?
The EPGP (1-year executive MBA) fee ranges from ₹33,71,000 (on-campus single accommodation) to ₹36,62,000 (off-campus family accommodation). This includes an international immersion module (~₹5.50L included). An admission acceptance fee of ₹2,00,000 is adjustable against the first installment.
Q: Are mess charges included in IIM Bangalore fees?
No. Mess charges are ₹30,000 per term and are paid separately on an opt-in basis. The headline PGP fee (₹26.00-26.30L) covers tuition, hostel, library, internet, insurance, and alumni activity but does not include meals or personal expenses.
Q: What is the ROI of IIM Bangalore MBA?
With a total fee of ₹26.00-26.30L and an average CTC of ₹34.88 LPA (100% placement), the payback period is approximately 9 months. Even the median package (₹32.61 LPA) recovers the investment within 10 months. IIMB offers the best fee-to-placement ratio among ABC IIMs.