ICFAI Distance MBA Admission, Fees, Placements, Eligibility 2025-26

The ICFAI Distance MBA by the ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE) is a two-year, online Master of Business Administration intended for working professionals as well as for recent graduates. NAAC A++ accredited and recognised by UGC and AICTE, the program has been designed to enable students to balance work, learning, and life flexibly and cost-effectively.  The admissions for the academic year 2025-26 are open now. The general closing date to apply for the July session is 31 July 2025. Application fees usually vary around INR 1,500.

 The basic eligibility requires a Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognised institution with at least 50% aggregate marks. The fee for the Distance MBA program is usually between INR 40,000 and INR 75,000 per year, and the overall program fee for two years is approximately INR 80,000 to INR 2,00,000 based on the payment mode (single, annual, or semester-wise). Certain distance MBA courses can also have an admission charge of INR 20,000 along with tuition fees.

ICFAI University MBA Distance Education Latest Updates

• Admissions for the Distance MBA program are now open. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest, as the last date for submission is 31st August 2025 without a late submission fee. Ensure all application requirements are completed before the deadline to secure a spot in the upcoming session. Enroll Now

About University: ICFAI Group, promoted by the Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India (founded in 1984), has a pan-Indian chain of universities. For example, ICFAI University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, commenced in 2003 and is UGC-recognised. Governed by bodies such as the Board of Management, they impart varied UG, PG, and Ph.D. programs in Management, Law, Science & Technology, and other disciplines.

ICFAI University Distance Education Highlights

Choosing the ICFAI Distance MBA program is a wise decision to boost your career prospects, providing accepted and accredited degrees in a convenient, online mode. Its high rankings, practical syllabus with varied specialisations, and committed student support facilities guarantee a high-quality educational experience. At low fees, it’s an affordable method to acquire a quality management education without disturbing your existing professional life.

ICFAI University Distance MBA Course with Fees

The ICFAI Distance MBA program is of 2 years duration (extendable to 4) with an average fee of approximately INR 80,000 per year, amounting to INR 2,00,000 for the entire course. Admissions to the July 2025 session typically commence in April with a final date around 31 August 2025, although some sources mention extensions with a late fee. Specialisations are in Finance, Marketing, HR, IT, and Operations. Admission is largely merit-based through an online Micro Presentation and Personal Interview, not through an entrance examination. The university adopts a semester pattern of study using an online learning portal for delivery.

• Online Application: Complete and submit the online application form with self-attested scanned documents (photographs, academic certificates, ID proof).
• Application Fee: Pay the application fee.
• Selection Process: Attend a merit-based Micro Presentation and Personal Interview (no entrance exam). An additional fee for this process may be charged.
• Admission Confirmation: Pay the admission and first fee instalment on receiving the offer to secure your seat.

ICFAI DDE Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for admission to the ICFAI Distance MBA programme, candidates should fulfil the following requirements:

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
• Candidates must score a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in their Bachelor’s Degree is mandatory.
• All applicants are required to qualify through the university selection process, comprising a Micro Presentation and a Personal Interview.
• Although work experience is not mandatory but it can add to the point.

Documents Required

• 10th or Equivalent Certificate: Photocopy of your 10th standard or equivalent certificate as Proof of Date of Birth.
• Photographs: Recent passport-size photographs.
• Academic Records: 10th, 12th, and Bachelor’s Degree certificates and mark sheets.
• Identity Proof: Photocopy of your Aadhaar Card.

ICFAI University Ranking & Rating

ICFAI University Dehradun was ranked 1st in Uttarakhand, 8th in North India, and 20th All India in the IIRF 2023 for top private universities. It also secured the Diamond band in OBE Rankings 2024 and was ranked 1st in Uttarakhand under India Today 2024 in the Top General (Private) Universities category. ICFAI Law School ranked 23rd (India Today 2018), while ICFAI Tech School was placed 136th overall and 106th among private/government colleges in 2025.
IFHE Hyderabad (ICFAI Foundation) ranked #40 in NIRF 2023 (Management), 4th among India’s Best Private Universities (Education World 2023), and 160th in QS Asia 2023 (Southern Asia).

• NAAC Accreditation:
  • IFHE Hyderabad: A++ Grade (CGPA 3.59)
  • ICFAI Dehradun: NAAC Accredited (CGPA 1.79, valid till Jan 2025)
• UGC Recognized (under Section 2(f), UGC Act 1956)
• BCI Approved (for law programs)
• AICTE Not Required (State universities exempt)
• WURI 2022: ICFAI Dehradun ranked #41 globally in Industrial Application and #1 in India

ICFAI University Address and Contact Information

The ICFAI University has several campuses in India, but its headquarters in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, is the major one. The ICFAI University, Dehradun address is Rajawala Road, Central Hope Town, Selaqui, Dehradun – 248 011, Uttarakhand. In case of general information and admissions, a toll-free number is: 1800-120-8727. You may also contact them through an email address: admissions@iudehradun.edu.in. While this is the main contact for the campus at Dehradun, ICFAI also has other universities and centres of information in many cities all over India, each with their particular contact information, which can be obtained on their respective universities’ websites.