MDI Murshidabad emerges as West Bengal's best private B-School in IIRF 2025 rankings

IIRF Business School West Bengal Ranking 2025: Management Development Institute (MDI), Murshidabad, has secured the top position in the IIRF B-Schools (Private) of West Bengal Ranking 2025, followed by International Management Institute (IMI), Kolkata, in second place, and Globsyn Business School, Kolkata, in third.

MDI, Murshidabad, established in 2014, has emerged as the leading B-School in West Bengal according to the IIRF B-Schools (Pvt) of West Bengal Ranking 2025.

The institution is AICTE-approved, and its PGDM course is accredited by the NBA, recognized as equivalent to an MBA by the AIU.

MDI offers both full-time and part-time postgraduate courses in Business & Management, with a course fee of ₹15.51 lakh.

The institute has witnessed remarkable growth in placements, with the highest placement package in 2023 standing at ₹20 LPA, which saw a significant rise to ₹40 LPA in 2024.

The average placement package was ₹12.67 LPA in 2023 but dipped to ₹11.76 LPA in 2024. Among the top recruiters for MDI are Sutherland Global, Hexaware Technologies, and Saint-Gobain, highlighting the institute's strong presence in the business education landscape.

IMI Kolkata, securing second place in the IIRF B-Schools (Pvt) of West Bengal Ranking 2025, continues to maintain its status as one of the top private management institutions in the region.

Established in 2010, IMI Kolkata is known for its global exposure and robust academic credentials.

The institute is accredited by AACSB, AMBA, NBA, NAAC, and AIU and is AICTE-approved.

IMI offers a full-time PGDM program, along with a Fellowship Programme in Management (FPM) and several certificate courses.

The admissions are based on CAT, XAT, and CMAT scores. In 2024, IMI Kolkata achieved a highest placement package of ₹20.38 LPA, with the average package standing at ₹12.02 LPA.

The institute has strong international partnerships with institutions like Emporia State University, University of Guelph, and ESC Rennes School of Business, offering students valuable exchange programs and research opportunities, further cementing its position as one of the best B-Schools (Pvt) of West Bengal in India.

Taking third place in the IIRF B-Schools (Pvt) of West Bengal Ranking 2025 is Globsyn Business School (GBS), Kolkata.

Founded in 2002, GBS offers AICTE-approved Post Graduate Diplomas in Management and Business Analytics, along with an MBA (Global) program in collaboration with the Malaysia University of Science & Technology.

GBS is a member of several prestigious industry bodies, including AACSB, AIMA, and CII, and has established strong international ties with universities such as the University of Cape Coast and Nilai University.

During the 2024 placements, GBS achieved the highest placement package of ₹18.33 LPA, while the average package was ₹7.39 LPA.

Notable recruiters included Deloitte, PwC, HDFC Bank, and Asian Paints, showcasing the institution's solid placement record and industry connections.

These top three institutions—MDI, IMI Kolkata, and GBS—continue to dominate the IIRF B-Schools (Pvt) of West Bengal Ranking 2025, underscoring their commitment to academic excellence, global exposure, and industry collaboration.

As part of the top 10 business schools (Pvt) of West Bengal in India, these schools continue to lead the charge in shaping the future of management education in the state.

TOP 10 B-SCHOOLS (PVT) OF WEST BENGAL- 2025

Rank	Name of the Institute
1	Management Development Institute (MDI), Murshidabad
2	International Management Institute, Kolkata
3	Globsyn Business School, Kolkata
4	Adamas University, School of Business, Kolkata
5	Amity University, Amity Business School, Kolkata
6	IISWBM - Indian Institute of Social Welfare & Business Management, Kolkata
7	Army Institute of Management, Kolkata
8	Brainware University, School of Management & Commerce, Kolkata
9	University of Kalyani, Department of Business Administration, Nadia
10	JIS University, Department of Management Studies, Kolkata

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