IIFM Bhopal offers admission in two-year full-time residential flagship PGDFM and PGDSM program. IIFM Bhopal has all the course assistance from the IIM Ahmedabad and shortlists candidates on the basis of CAT/XAT score. IIMs/XLRI have no role either in the selection process or in the conduct of the programme. The registration deadline for XAT 2022 is 30th November, 2021. CAT 2021 exam will be held on 28th November, 2021. The minimum IIFM Bhopal CAT Cut off required for admission to courses is 85 percentile. Candidates who have completed their Bachelor’s from a recognized university are eligible to apply through the online procedure. The expected application fee for Gen/OBC/DA category candidates is INR 1000 and for SC/ST category candidates: INR 500

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IIFM Bhopal MBA Cutoff 2022

Category  Cutoff Percentile (Expected) 
General 80-90
SC 70-80
ST 50-70
OBC-NC 70-85

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IIFM Bhopal PGD FM & PGD SM Selection Criteria

  • Shortlisting for PGDFM & PGDSM programs is based on the score in CAT/ XAT. 
  • IIFM Bhopal conducts WAT and Personal Interview for shortlisted candidates during March/April.
  • The final selection is done on the basis of marks secured according to the weightage given to CAT/ XAT, Academic performances, WAT, and PI. 
  • The foreign candidates will be selected on the basis of GMAT scores. The personal interview will be through skype. The regular classes will be held in July 2022.
  • Candidates shortlisted on the basis of CAT/XAT score will be called for Group discussion and Interview at Bhopal, New Delhi, Bengaluru and Kolkata based on the choice of candidates, as mentioned in the Application Form. However, IIFM reserves the right on the allotment of choice of the center to the candidates.

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How to Apply to IIFM Bhopal?

Candidates who wish to apply for IIFM Bhopal have to follow a step-wise application process as mentioned below:

  • Visit the official website of IIFM Bhopal. 
  • Click on the Programmes tab and select the desired course. 
  • Fill the application form with required details. 
  • Pay the requisite application fees. Demand draft should be drawn on the name of “Director, Indian Institute of Forest Management” payable at Bhopal.
  • Submit the application form.
  • Take a printout of the filled application for future use.

Documents Required

  • Class 10th and 12th Marksheet
  • Graduation Marksheets and Certificate
  • Post-Graduation Marksheets and Certificate
  • Scorecard of Entrance Exam taken
  • Category Certificate
  • Work Experience Certificate (if any)

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FAQs

Ques. Which entrance scores are acceptable at IIFM Bhopal for admission into its PGDFM program?

Ans. The IIFM Bhopal accepts the scores of only National level entrance examinations to provide admission to its PGDFM program. Candidates with a valid CAT/ GMAT/ XAT score can apply for the PGDFM program.

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Ques. How does IIFM Bhopal conduct interview sessions for foreign candidates?

Ans. IIFM Bhopal makes its final selection of the students for admission to its programs on the basis of the performance of the candidate in the interview session. The institute performs online interview sessions through Skype for its foreign candidates.

Ques. Is there any reservation policy at IIFM Bhopal?

Ans. IIFM Bhopal provides reservations to its students as per the guidelines of the Government of India only. A relaxation of 5% is given to the students belonging to the SC/ST/DA categories. 

Ques. What kind of job roles are offered to IIFM Bhopal graduates?

Ans. The IIFM graduates are offered jobs in sectors like NGOs, Government Organisations and Financial Sector with various job roles such as Development Professional, Branch Manager, Research Analyst or Consultants, HR Divisions, and many more.

Ques. Are internship opportunities provided by IIFM Bhopal?

Ans. IIFM Bhopal provides several internship opportunities to its students as the summer internships are an integral part of the PGDFM programme. Some of the organizations that provide the internship opportunities at IIFM Bhopal are Bihar Rural Livelihood Promotion Society (BRLPS); Carbon Minus India, New Delhi; Eco Capita, Bhopal, etc.