Best IIM in India 2025: Rankings, Placements, Fees, ROI
GroupFrequently Asked Questions
There are 21 IIMs in India offering MBA and executive programs.
IIM Ahmedabad is ranked the best IIM in India for 2025.
The oldest IIM in India is IIM Calcutta, established in 1961.
Top IIMs offer an average package of ₹34–35 LPA, with the highest going up to ₹1.4 crore.
Newer IIMs like IIM Ranchi, Bodh Gaya, and Rohtak have fees starting around ₹17–18 lakhs.
IIM Lucknow offers one of the best ROI, with an average package of ₹32 LPA against fees of ~₹21.7 L.
Top IIMs like Ahmedabad, Bangalore, and Calcutta require 99 percentile+ in CAT.
Yes, leading campuses like IIM Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Lucknow, and Kozhikode offer executive and online MBA programs.
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