IIMB Entrance
What makes the on-campus programmes on Data Science and Economics unique?
Last Updated: 8 January 2026These programmes represent a pioneering approach to undergraduate business education, combining the analytical rigour of Economics and Data Science with applied learning in Business Studies. The interdisciplinary design prepares students for the complexities of the modern data-centric environment while maintaining the academic excellence for which IIM Bangalore is renowned.
What extracurriculars should a student pursue to build a strong profile for the IIMB interview?
Last Updated: 2 January 2026Meaningful leadership (running a club, leading a project), real projects or internships, and measurable contributions (e.g., community impact, entrepreneurial work) matter most. Focus on depth and sustained impact, not quantity.
Will the faculty be the same as the PGP programme?
Last Updated: 2 January 2026For the online BBA (DBE), courses are primarily taught by experienced IIMB faculty, with some sessions by external practitioners, similar in quality if not exactly the same roster as the full-time PGP faculty. For the residential UG programmes, core academic faculty will be part of IIMB’s School of Multidisciplinary Studies, many of whom are established...
Is extra coaching essential or can we skip it?
Last Updated: 2 January 2026Extra coaching isn’t essential, many students succeed with disciplined self-study, mock tests, and consistent practice. Coaching can help if you want structured guidance, strategies for reasoning/data sections, and peer benchmarking, but it isn’t mandatory.
How do I prepare for data interpretation and analysis as a PCM student?
Last Updated: 2 January 2026As a PCM student, focus on strengthening: accuracy with percentages, averages, ratios; interpreting tables/charts; practice with timed sets; and solving previous test questions under exam conditions. Core skills in algebra, statistics basics, and logical reasoning from your boards directly help because the entrance tests mix quantitative/data interpretation with reasoning.
Is there a personal interview round for IIMB DBE?
Last Updated: 2 January 2026There is no personal interview for the online BBA (Digital Business & Entrepreneurship) programme. Admission is based solely on performance in one of three qualifying tests: the IIMB DBE Entrance Test, CUET Section III, or JEE Main. If a candidate submits scores from more than one test, the best score is considered.
How many seats are there for IIMB Data Science (Hons) and Bachelors in Economics?
Last Updated: 2 January 2026For the 2026 academic year, each of the two on-campus programmes, BSc (Hons) in Data Science and BSc (Hons) in Economics, will have 40 seats each, totaling 80 seats.
What is the best way to track progress for the entrance exam?
Last Updated: 2 January 2026For any IIMB UG entrance test, tracking progress means taking regular mock tests, measuring accuracy and speed in quantitative, logical reasoning, and verbal sections, and reviewing performance against past papers or section-wise goals. Official test patterns and past trends (e.g., 60 questions in 120 minutes covering English, quantitative/data interpretation, and logic) can guide your preparation.
Is math compulsory for the BBA DBE programme?
Last Updated: 2 January 2026For the online BBA (DBE) maths is not a prerequisite and Indian students from any stream can apply. This differs from the residential UG programmes where Class 12 math is mandatory, with minimum marks criteria for eligibility.
Will we have access to NSRCEL and other offerings of IIMB as a student?
Last Updated: 8 January 2026Online programme students may receive limited exposure to select NSRCEL and IIMB initiatives, but do not have full access to on-campus facilities or guaranteed incubation or placement services. However, as full-time residential students of IIM Bangalore’s new UG programmes, you will have access to the Institute’s campus facilities, career support, industry events, and institutional resources,...
What is NSRCEL?
Last Updated: 2 January 2026NSRCEL is the flagship startup incubator and accelerator at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB), established in 2000. As one of India’s largest incubators, it supports early-stage and growth-stage ventures through mentorship, funding, and networking. It caters to various sectors, focusing on technology, social impact, and women entrepreneurs, often without taking equity.
Does IIM Bangalore provide on-campus placements for the online (Digital Business & Entrepreneurship) programme?
Last Updated: 8 January 2026No, IIM Bangalore does not offer traditional on-campus placements for students enrolled in its online BBA in Digital Business & Entrepreneurship (DBE) programme. Instead, the institute focuses on career support through mentoring, internships, industry projects, digital networking platforms, and career development services, and helps students build industry connections.