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ICFAI Business School - [IBS], Hyderabad logo

ICFAI Business School - [IBS], Hyderabad

  • Telangana
  • Estd 1995
  • IFHE, Hyderabad
  • UGC

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Overview

The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE) is a Deemed-to-be-University established in the year 2008 under section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. IFHE campus is a 92-acre lush green sylvan campus with built up area of over 16 lakh sq. ft. The campus is fully Wi-Fi enabled and equipped with the state-of-the-art facilities like amphitheaters, auditoriums, academic blocks, fully equipped library block, computer center, language lab, hostels and canteen, and faculty accommodation.

Event Dates
Application Period 1st July-19th December 2025.
IBSAT Exam Dec 27–28, 2025
Result 1st week of Jan 2026
Selection Briefings 2nd week of Jan 2026
Final Selection Feb 14 - 22, 2026 At the IBS Hyderabad Campus

Facilities

  • Hostel

  • Medical

  • Sports

  • Gym

  • Auditorium

  • Library

  • Comp Labs

  • Security

  • Cafeteria

  • Classrooms

  • Transport

Highlights of ICFAI Business School - [IBS], Hyderabad

Attributes
Name ICFAI Business School - [IBS], Hyderabad
Year of Establishment Estd 1995
Type Private
Exam Frequency Deemed to be University
Approvals & Recognitions UGC
Courses Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctoral, Diploma
Location Hyderabad, Telangana
Email
Contact Details 040-23479725, 23479732
Website http://www.ibshyderabad.org/

ICFAI Business School Hyderabad is a part of the ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, a deemed university as per UGC.

  • IFHE is accredited with an A++ Grade by NAAC, and is accredited by AACSB, and SAQS is accredited by AMDISA.
  • IBS Hyderabad is rated A*** by CRISIL and has been ranked 10th under the BBA category by the Outlook Rankings 2024.

MBA

Postgraduate Courses Fee

MBA - Rs. 8.505 lakhs - Per Year Fees

For MBA / PGPM Programs

  • Graduation (any discipline) with 50% and above marks, with English as the medium of instruction.
  • Minimum 15 years of education (10+2+3 or 10+2+4 pattern).
  • Applicants in their final year of graduation are eligible to apply, provided they complete all requirements (including practicals/viva/assignments) by May 31, 2026.
  • Proof of graduation (marksheets and certificates) must be submitted by November 1, 2026, failing which admission will remain provisional.
  • Candidates not meeting the English-medium requirement must submit TOEFL/NELT/IELTS scores by May 31, 2026.
  • Eligibility will be verified from August 2026 onwards. Responsibility for meeting the criteria rests solely with the candidate.

For PhD Program in Management

  • Graduation (any discipline) with 50% and above marks, with English as the medium of instruction, and:
  • Post-graduation in Management (full-time, specialization in Marketing, Finance, HRM, or Operations) from a UGC-approved university with 55% and above marks, or
  • Post-graduation (full-time) in Economics, Commerce, Psychology, Sociology, Public Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, or allied disciplines from a UGC-recognized university in India or abroad with 55% and above marks. Students admitted under this category are required to complete the first-year MBA courses as a prerequisite. or
  • A professional qualification like CFA/CA/CWA/CS with 55% and above marks.
  • Candidates not meeting the English-medium requirement must submit TOEFL/NELT/IELTS scores by May 31, 2026.
Admission Test: IBSAT
  • IBSAT is an online aptitude test conducted by The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (a deemed-to-be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956).
  • It is a computer-based test (CBT) of 2 hours duration, comprising multiple-choice questions that assess quantitative techniques, data interpretation, data adequacy, vocabulary, analytical reasoning, and reading comprehension.

Alternate Tests Accepted: Scores from GMAT® / NMAT by GMAC™ / CAT / XAT (from 2023 onwards) are accepted in place of IBSAT 2025. Candidates with these scores are exempted from IBSAT.

  • Candidates shortlisted based on IBSAT 2025 or GMAT®/NMAT/CAT/XAT scores are invited for the Selection Process in February 2026.
  • The process includes:
    • Micro Presentation
    • Personal Interview
Admission Decision

Final admission is based on:

  • Past academic record
  • Performance in the Micro Presentation and Personal Interview

The mode of ICFAI Business School, Hyderabad, for course admissions is online. Admission to various courses is based on merit, entrance exam scores, and interview rounds. The accepted entrance exams are CAT, NMAT, IBSAT, and others. The selection process involves Micro-Presentation and Personal Interview rounds. IBS Hyderabad follows both an online and offline process of admission for its UG, PG, and doctoral-level programmes.

Documents required at the time of application are mentioned
  • Passport-size colored photograph
  • Class 12 mark sheet
  • Graduation mark sheet
Event Dates
Application Period 1st July-19th December 2025.
IBSAT Exam Dec 27–28, 2025
Result 1st week of Jan 2026
Selection Briefings 2nd week of Jan 2026
Final Selection Feb 14 - 22, 2026 At the IBS Hyderabad Campus
  • Applicants can apply online by filling up the Application Form and make payment using Credit/Debit Card (Visa/Master Card) or Internet banking option using secure internet payment gateway.
  • Applicants applying online should attach their scanned color photograph along with the Online Application.

How to Apply for IBSAT 2025

The application form is common for admission to the MBA/PGPM programs at all IBS campuses and the PhD program at IBS Hyderabad.

The IBSAT Bulletin can be purchased in the following ways by paying Rs. 1,800:

  • Online: After submitting your details, you will be directed to the payment page. Once the payment is successful, you will receive a confirmation email and the IBSAT Bulletin within one week.
  • Marketing Offices: You can also purchase the IBSAT Bulletin in person from our marketing offices by paying the fee in cash.
  • Despite a hectic academic schedule, students of IcfaiTech, very actively participate in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
  • Highly self-motivated and capable students run several student bodies – twelve student Clubs and Committees.
  • All technical, management, sports, socio-cultural events are organized by these bodies throughout the year.
  • Students also organize and participate in the activities mentored by professional bodies like ISTE, IEEE, IETE, ACM, CSI and SAE.
  • At the campus, there is a designated Student Activities Coordinator, and over twenty faculty members serving as mentors who actively work with students in organizing a variety of programs throughout the year.
  • Students also participate in inter-University competitions.
  • Thus, IcfaiTech helps students to develop their overall personality and become leaders.

IcfaiTech Student Clubs

  • Astitva - Music Club
  • Yantrikee - Technical Club
  • Asana- Yoga Club
  • Dansation - Dance Club
  • Game Development Club
  • Nexas Club
  • Innozant - Entrepreneur’s Club
  • Paritantra - Environmental Club
  • Gambol - Sports Club
  • Invictus - Literature Club
  • Photography Club
  • Spotlit Club
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