The Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi) through its School of Management (SOM), invites applications for the 2026–28 batch of its MBA in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DS&AI) program. Now welcoming its fifth batch, the program has rapidly emerged as one of the country’s leading management offerings.
| Eligibility and Admission Process | Applicants may apply under either of the following categories: |
| Applicant Category 1 (CAT-based) | Candidates who have appeared for CAT 2025 may apply using their CAT 2025 scores. |
| Applicant Category 2 (CAT-exempted) | Candidates holding a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from Centrally Funded Technical Institutions (CFTIs) or from institutions ranked within the Top 100 of NIRF 2025 (Overall or Engineering), subject to the minimum required CGPA. |
| Detailed Eligibility Criteria | Available at: https://som.iitmandi.ac.in/ |
| Application Submission | Candidates are required to submit their applications through the online application form available on the SOM website. |
| Personal Interview | Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Personal Interview following initial screening. |
| Application Opens | December 24, 2025 |
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Application Closes |
January 27, 2026 |
The School of Management has recently expanded its academic offerings by introducing new elective clusters like Generative AI for Managers, AI-driven Financial Decision Making, and AI for Marketing. These additions are supported by enhanced practicum components that enable students to work closely with industry mentors on live industry projects and strategic assignments ensuring strong practical exposure alongside classroom learning. Collectively, these initiatives reflect IIT Mandi’s commitment to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, with a focus on multidisciplinary learning, experiential pedagogy, and inclusive education.
