Students

Student FAQ

Find quick answers on academics, curriculum, campus life, internships, placements, and student support at SOM IIT Mandi.

Answers below are compiled from current SOM and IIT Mandi official sources.

Admissions

Which programmes can I apply for at SOM IIT Mandi?

SOM currently offers admissions to MBA (Data Science and AI), Integrated MBA (IMBA), and PhD programmes.

Source: SOM Admissions
Where do I submit my application?

Applications are submitted through the IIT Mandi Samarth admission portals. The exact link varies by programme and admission cycle.

Source: IIT Mandi Samarth Portal
What is the MBA admission route at SOM?

MBA admissions use CAT-based and CAT-exempt tracks (for eligible CFTI/NIRF Top 100 applicants), followed by shortlisting and GD/PI as per the published process.

Source: SOM MBA Admissions
How are IMBA candidates selected?

IMBA shortlisting is based on JEE (Main) Paper 1 score, followed by a mandatory Personal Interview. Final merit uses the published weightage for test score and interview.

Source: SOM IMBA Admissions
What is the IMBA intake and reservation note?

The IMBA page currently lists an intake of 120 seats, including supernumerary seats for female candidates, with reservation as per Government of India norms.

Source: SOM IMBA Admissions
What are the MBA application fees?

As currently listed: GN/OBC(NCL)/EWS ₹2,400; SC/ST/PwD ₹1,200; all female candidates ₹1,200; foreign nationals (SAARC) USD 100; non-SAARC USD 200.

Source: SOM MBA Admissions
What are the IMBA application fees?

As currently listed: GN/OBC(NCL)/EWS (Male) ₹2,400; GN/OBC(NCL)/EWS (Female) ₹1,200; SC/ST/PwD ₹1,200; SAARC USD 100; non-SAARC USD 200.

Source: SOM IMBA Admissions
What are the PhD application fees?

As currently listed: GN/EWS/OBC/foreign nationals/transgender ₹200; women/SC/ST/PwD ₹100.

Source: SOM PhD Admissions

Academics

Where can I check detailed curriculum and course structure?

Programme-level curriculum, electives, and highlights are available on the corresponding programme pages for MBA, IMBA, and PhD.

Source: SOM Programmes
Does IMBA include internship exposure?

The IMBA programme highlights mention two industry internships, including one six-month placement-linked internship component.

Source: SOM IMBA Programme

Fees & Funding

Where should I check the latest institute fee structure?

Refer to the IIT Mandi official fee page for the latest fee notifications and updates.

Source: IIT Mandi Fees
Where can I find scholarship information?

Scholarship and financial support details are maintained on the IIT Mandi scholarships page.

Source: IIT Mandi Scholarships

Placements & Internships

Who handles student internships and placements for SOM?

SOM has a Training and Placement committee function for student internships and placements, and institute-level placement support is coordinated via CnP channels.

Source: IIT Mandi CnP Cell

Campus Life

Is on-campus hostel accommodation available?

IIT Mandi provides hostel facilities for students. Room allocation, hostel rules, and updates are managed through the Student Affairs/Hostels office.

Source: IIT Mandi Hostels
How can I reach IIT Mandi campus?

Refer to the official "How to Reach" page for current travel options to IIT Mandi, including route guidance and campus access details.

Source: IIT Mandi How to Reach

Student Support

Where can I seek mental health and counselling support?

Students can reach out to the Guidance and Counselling Service (GCS), which provides mental health and counselling support at IIT Mandi.

Source: IIT Mandi GCS
How do I raise a student grievance?

Use the institute grievance channels listed by Student Affairs for formal complaint registration and follow-up.

Source: IIT Mandi Grievances
Where can I find anti-ragging policy and reporting details?

Refer to IIT Mandi’s official anti-ragging page for policy, declarations, and reporting mechanisms.

Source: IIT Mandi Anti-Ragging

Contacts

Whom should I contact for admissions queries?

Use programme-specific admissions emails: mba_admissions@iitmandi.ac.in for MBA, imba_admissions@iitmandi.ac.in for IMBA, and somoffice@iitmandi.ac.in for SOM office support.

Source: SOM Admissions Pages
Whom should I contact for technical issues during application?

For technical application issues, the admissions instructions list it_helpdesk@iitmandi.ac.in.

Source: SOM MBA Admissions