Admission
Welcome to the Gateway of Possibilities
At FIIB, our doctoral programs are designed for ambitious scholars and professionals seeking to advance knowledge and transform business practices. Whether you aim to contribute to academia or lead industry research, our Fellow Program in Management (FPM) and Executive Fellow Program in Management (EFPM) offer the perfect platform to explore, innovate, and lead.
ELIGIBILITY
CRITERIA
FPM (Fellow Program in Management)
Education:
- Master's degree or equivalent in Engineering and Technology, Management, Economics, Social Science, Biological Science, Pure Science, Commerce, or Humanities with at least 60% marks or equivalent grade point from an institution/university recognized by AICTE.
- OR, a five-year integrated Master's degree in Business Administration, Tourism Management, Business Economics, Commerce, or allied domains with at least 60% marks.
- OR, a graduate degree with professional qualifications like CA, CS, ICWA.
- OR, a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology with a minimum of 60% marks.
EFPM (Executive Fellow Program in Management)
Education: Same as FPM eligibility criteria.
Work Experience: Minimum one year of experience in corporate or academia is mandatory.
EVALUATION PROCESS
Candidates must qualify through one of the following aptitude exams:
JRF/NET by UGC or CSIR*
CAT/GMAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA*
FIIB Research Aptitude Test (RAT)
* Scores should not be older than two years from the date of admission.
** For the next available FIIB RAT date, contact: [email protected].
APPLICATION STEPS
A completed application includes
For FPM Applicants
For EFPM Applicants
ADMISSION PROCESS
Submit your online application with all required documents.
Appear for the FIIB RAT exam (if applicable).
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Personal Interview.
Final selection based on academic credentials, research potential, and interview performance.
Research Proposal Guidelines
Access detailed guidelines to understand the structure, expectations, and evaluation criteria for preparing your research proposal for the
EFPM and FPM programs.
Key Dates
Application Deadline: 15th April 2026
Join a research community that's shaping the
future of business!