FT MBA Rankings 2025: IIM Bangalore’s shines with 3rd place globally in the career progress parameter

Indian Institutes Shine in FT MBA Rankings 2025

The Financial Times (FT) MBA Rankings 2025 has been released, featuring the world’s top 100 business schools, and Indian institutes have made a significant mark. Eight prestigious Indian business schools have secured positions in the rankings, showcasing their growing prominence on the global stage.

Indian Institutes in FT MBA Rankings 2025

Here’s a detailed breakdown of the Indian business schools that made it to the FT MBA Rankings 2025:

1. Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad: Ranked 27th globally. ISB has emerged as the top Indian B-School in the rankings.
2. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad: Secured the 31st spot globally.
3. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore: Ranked 57th globally. Notably, IIM Bangalore has been placed 3rd globally in the career progress category.
4. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta: Ranked 61st globally.
5. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore: Secured the 69th spot globally.
6. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow: Ranked 71st globally.
7. XLRI – Xavier School of Management: Secured the 83rd spot globally.
8. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode: Ranked 86th globally.

Highlights of Indian Institutes

• ISB Hyderabad: ISB has been recognized for its strong alumni network and career progression. The school has consistently improved its ranking over the years.
• IIM Bangalore: The Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP) at IIM Bangalore has been credited for its significant contributions in categories such as Aims Achieved (86%), Women on Board (40%), and International Course Experience rank of 8. The program has also halved its Sector Diversity rank from 94 to 47.
• IIM Ahmedabad: Known for its robust curriculum and strong industry connections, IIM Ahmedabad continues to be a top choice for MBA aspirants.
• IIM Calcutta: IIM Calcutta has been recognized for its academic excellence and research contributions.
• IIM Indore: IIM Indore has made significant strides in improving its global ranking.
• IIM Lucknow: IIM Lucknow continues to be a prominent name in the Indian B-school landscape.
• XLRI – Xavier School of Management: XLRI has been acknowledged for its focus on management education and research.
• IIM Kozhikode: IIM Kozhikode has been recognized for its academic programs and industry collaborations.

Conclusion

The FT MBA Rankings 2025 highlights the growing prominence of Indian business schools on the global stage. These institutes have shown remarkable progress in various parameters, reflecting their commitment to providing high-quality management education.