Most Working Professionals Keep Postponing Their MBA — Here's Why That's a Mistake
IIM Nagpur Blended MBA exists specifically to eliminate every reason to postpone. No CAT. No career break. No relocation. Full MBA degree from a government IIM delivered online on evenings and weekends with 4 campus immersions over 2 years. Batch 2 closes on 11 October 2026. Orientation starts 29 November 2026.
What You Get — The IIM Nagpur MBA Credential
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Degree | Full MBA — UGC-DEB recognised |
| Institution | IIM Nagpur — Government IIM, AACSB Accredited |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Format | Online (evenings + weekends) + 4 campus immersions |
| Fee | ₹12.10 lakh (excl. GST) |
| Entrance | IIMNAT — no CAT required |
| Min Experience | 3 years post-graduation |
| Orientation | 29 November 2026 |
Why Online MBA From a Private University Is Not the Same
- IIM brand: IIM Nagpur is a government IIM — its MBA degree carries the same institutional credibility as any IIM campus degree
- Alumni network: IIM Nagpur alumni access includes IIM events and the broader IIM network — unavailable with private university online MBAs
- Management depth: 2-year full MBA curriculum vs 1-year online degrees that cover a fraction of the content
- Employer recognition: In senior hiring, IIM MBA and private online MBA are not equivalent credentials
Batch 1 Proved It Works
IIM Nagpur Blended MBA Batch 1 professionals completed their degree while working full time. Read IIM Nagpur Batch 1 success stories →
Timeline — What Happens After You Apply
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What is the last date for IIM Nagpur Blended MBA 2026 admission?
The last date to apply is 11 October 2026. Entrance test 18 October 2026, interview 25 October 2026, results 28 October 2026.
Is IIM Nagpur Blended MBA better than an online MBA from a private university?
They are fundamentally different. IIM Nagpur is a government IIM — its MBA degree carries IIM institutional credibility, the IIM alumni network, and recognition in senior hiring that private university online MBAs do not provide.
Can I apply for IIM Nagpur MBA without CAT?
Yes. The selection process uses the IIMNAT entrance test, not CAT.
How long is the IIM Nagpur Blended MBA?
2 years. Delivered online on evenings and weekends with 4 campus immersions at IIM Nagpur.
When does IIM Nagpur Blended MBA Batch 2 start?
Academic orientation for Batch 2 is on 29 November 2026.