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Indian Institute of Forest Management - [IIFM], Bhopal

Bhopal, Madhya PradeshPublic Institute (Autonomous) College

Important Updates for IIFM

IIFM Bhopal Ranking: IIFM Bhopal successfully secured 42nd position in IIRF Rankings 2023 of Best B-School (Govt.).

The Indian Institute of Forest Management (IIFM) was founded in 1982 and is an autonomous, Natural Resource Service Training institute of Forestry located in Bhopal. The sectoral specialized college has financial assistance from SIDA. The institute is ranked 8th overall in the country by MHRD. IIFM Bhopal offers admission in two-year full-time residential flagship PGDFM and PGDSM program. IIFM Bhopal has all the course assistance from the IIM Ahmedabad and shortlists candidates on the basis of CAT/XAT score. The minimum IIFM Bhopal CAT Cut off required for admission to courses is 85 percentile. Candidates who have completed their Bachelor’s from a recognized university are eligible to apply through the online procedure. 

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IIFM Bhopal recently concluded its 2023 placement drive. 46 recruiters visited the campus & 103 students were hired by top recruiters. Some of the major recruiters included ICICI Bank, Infosys, Vedanta, Aditya Birla Hindalco and many more. Read more about IIFM Bhopal Placements.

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IIFM Bhopal Quick Facts

  • Indian Institute of Forest Management Bhopal caters to managerial human resources in the area of Forest, Environment, and Natural resources Management and allied sectors.
  • During the placement drive, 18% recruiters include Paper & Dairy, Wildlife & Environment NGOs and Other government agencies and 10% included Research and Consultancy groups
  • IIFM Bhopal Ranking for MBA/PGDM by Outlook 2020 is 53.
  • IIFM Bhopal fees for both PGDFM and PGDSM is INR 6.24 lakh.
  • The institute saw 46 companies participating in the placement process, IIFM Bhopal Average Package for PGDFM batch of 2023 was INR 10.38 LPA.

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IIFM Bhopal Important Dates 2024

Events Dates
CAT Registration Starts August 2, 2023
CAT Registration Closes September 20, 2023
CAT Admit Card Releases October 25, 2023
CAT Exam November 26, 2023

IIFM Bhopal Ranking

The table below shows IIFM Bhopal Ranking awarded by different agencies:

Ranking Body Ranking Parameter Ranking
IIRF 2023 MBA School 42
Business Today Ranking 2023 B-Schools 48
MHRD Overall Forest Management 8
NIRF 2021 MBA School 75
Outlook 2020 MBA School 53
Accreditation National NBA

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IIFM Bhopal Courses

Course Eligibility Course Fee (in INR)
PGDFM Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate /final year students who are awaiting degree results are also eligible to apply
Duration: 2 years
Admission Criteria: valid CAT/XAT score +WAT/PI
Intake: 120+30(EWS)
6.24 Lacs
PGDSM Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized University/Institute
Duration: 2 years
Admission Criteria: valid CAT/XAT score+WAT + PI
Intake: 60
6.24 Lacs
M.Phil Two-year Post Graduate Diploma/Degree in Engineering/Sciences/Management and associated Social Sciences or its equivalent with at least 55% aggregate
Duration: 1 year
Admission Criteria: WAT + PI+ UGC/ICAR-NET/CSIR can directly take the PI without WAT.
Intake: 20
1.75 Lacs
FPM Bachelor’s with at least 50% aggregate + Master’s or equivalent degree with First Class including a five-year/four-year Master’s (integrated program)
Duration: 4 years
Admission Criteria: CAT/GMAT/GATE/ICAR NET
Intake: 10
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IIFM Bhopal Cutoff 2023

IIFM Bhopal aggregate highest and lowest expected CAT percentile scores are mentioned below.

Qualifying Exam General SC ST EWS OBC-NC
Highest CAT percentile 97.47 79.23 61.97 88.71 89.80
Lowest CAT percentile 80.05 56.81 ----- 80.82 66.67

IIFM Bhopal aggregate highest and lowest expected CAT percentile scores are mentioned below.

Qualifying Exam General SC ST EWS OBC-NC
Highest CAT percentile 91.29 ----- ----- ----- 70.10
Lowest CAT percentile 65.51 ---- ---- ----- -----

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IIFM Bhopal Placements 2023

IIFM Bhopal recently concluded its 2023 placement drive. 46 recruiters visited the campus. Some of the major recruiters included ICICI Bank, Infosys, Vedanta, Aditya Birla Hindalco and many more. Recruiters came from various sectors like Banking & Finance, NGO. The highest of the placement drive is mentioned below:

  • 103 students were placed.
  • Highest Package stood at INR 20.5 LPA.
  • Average Package remained at INR 10.38 LPA.

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IIFM Bhopal Scholarship

Scholarship to SC students: 4 scholarships are available to SC category students at IIFM subject to fulfillment of the conditions laid down by the Ministry. The scholarship will cover the expenditure of full-fee and lodging boarding charges, books, and stationary charges at a fixed rate.

Scholarship to ST students: 5 scholarships are available to ST category students at IIFM subject to fulfillment of the conditions laid down by the Ministry. The scholarship will cover the expenditure of full- fee, lodging and boarding charges, books and stationary charges. 

Merit-based Scholarships: available for the 20 students offered by the Institute based on the merit obtained in the qualifying exams.

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IIFM Bhopal FAQs

Ques. What is the surrounding of the IIFM Bhopal?

Ans. IIFM Bhopal is surrounded by 230 acres which is full of green lush and this is a plastic-free campus. Inside the campus, there are several plants and animals living. The environment gives the students a peaceful mind for the students and it attracts all of them.

Ques. What is the exact location of the IIFM Bhopal?

Ans. IIFM, Bhopal is located at 375, Bhadbhada road, Nehru Nagar, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Habibganj railway station is 7.6 km and Raja Bojh airport is 16 km away from the institute. Suraj Nagar bus depot is 9 km away from the institute. Students can hire a taxi or auto to reach the college.

Ques. Is IIFM Bhopal good for MBA?

Ans. Being one of the top-rated and a reputed institutes, IIFM Bhopal provides excellent education quality for its MBA students and the placements for MBA programs at the institute are overall good with the participation of top recruiters.

Ques. How well is IIFM Bhopal ranked in India?

Ans. IIFM is an NBA accredited institute, which ranks among the top 100 Management Institutes of India. The institute has been ranked by several tops and prestigious ranking organizations such as NIRF, Outlook, MHRD, etc. 

Ques. How are placements at IIFM Bhopal?

Ans. Placements at IIFM Bhopal are quite good and with a 100% placement record. In the year 2022, about 99 students got placed in more than 45 reputed organizations and companies. Also, out of 99 students, 92 students of IIFM Bhopal were from PGDFM and 7 students were from PGDSM.

Ques. What kind of job roles are offered to IIFM Bhopal graduates?

Ans. The IIFM graduates are offered jobs in sectors like NGOs, Government Organisations and Financial Sector with various job roles such as Development Professional, Branch Manager, Research Analyst or Consultants, HR Divisions, and many more.

Ques. Is IIFM Bhopal worth it?

Ans. Yes, joining IIFM Bhopal is totally worthwhile as it provides world-class education by its highly qualified and experienced faculty members. The institute also focuses on the overall development of a student by encouraging them to participate in various cultural and academic events organized by the institute. 

Ques. How is life at IIFM Bhopal?

Ans. As the IIFM Bhopal is a residential institute located at the hilltop, the students of IIFM get much time to spend with their peers, seniors, faculty members and are exposed to different perspectives, professional and different cultures, and their values. A lot of extracurricular activities are organized and managed by the student clubs at IIFM Bhopal.

Ques. Does IIFM Bhopal provide hostel facilities?

Ans. Yes, IIFM Bhopal provides the facility of accommodation in the hostels for its students. IIFM Bhopal has three hostels in total, out of which 2 hostels are allotted to the boys while one is for girls. The hostel rooms are well maintained and equipped with all the modern amenities along with the mess facility. 

Ques. Are internship opportunities provided by IIFM Bhopal?

Ans. IIFM Bhopal provides several internship opportunities to its students as the summer internships are an integral part of the PGDFM programme. Some of the organizations that provide the internship opportunities at IIFM Bhopal are Bihar Rural Livelihood Promotion Society (BRLPS), Carbon Minus India, New Delhi, Eco Capita, Bhopal, etc.

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1st Yr Fees

738,000
Duration2 Year(s)
Exams accepted
No Exams Found

Application Date31 Jan 2024
EligibilityGraduation with 50%
Cut off-Ranking# 75 by NIRF
Duration4 Year(s)
Exams accepted
No Exams Found

Application Date-
EligibilityPost Graduation +CAT
Cut off-Ranking# 75 by NIRF
Duration3 Year(s)
Exams accepted
No Exams Found

Application Date-
EligibilityPost Graduation
Cut off-RankingNo Ranking Found

1st Yr Fees

738,000
Duration2 Year(s)
Exams accepted
Application Date31 Jan 2024
EligibilityGraduation with 50%
Cut off-Ranking# 75 by NIRF

Total Fees

100,000
Duration4 Months
Exams accepted
No Exams Found

Application Date-
Eligibility10+2
Cut off-RankingNo Ranking Found

College Faculty

Basic Information About Faculty

Advait Edgaonkar

Associate Professor


Anup Prakash Upadhyay

Assistant Professor


Asha Khanna

Lecturer


Ashish David

Assistant Professor


Ashutosh Verma

Associate Professor


Bal Krishna Upadhyay

Associate Professor


Bhaskar Sinha

Associate Professor

Chandra Prakash Kala

Associate Professor

Jayashree Dubey

Assistant Professor


College Facilities

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Sports
Medical
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Library
Auditorium
Hostel
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Gym
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Placement

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Indian Institute of Forest Management - [IIFM]: 23 answered questions

RR

Roshni Roy

22 Jun 21

PGDM from Indian institute of Forest management Bhopal is good. The curriculum is quite similar to that of other B schools but they have some forestry papers in every trimester.

  • You will not specialize in marketing, finance and HR but specializations are available for Conservation and livelihood management, environmental management and development management.
  • If you want to make a career in the environment and development sector then this college will be good for you.
  • Placements will be mostly in the rural area and packages might be in the lower side around 5-6 lacs.
  • You will get positions like program officer in conservation organizations, young professionals in livelihood missions, tourism coordinator, resort manager, sales manager in banks and microfinance institutions, consultants in multilateral organizations like UNDP, World Bank etc.

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Indian Institute of Forest Management, Bhopal

Course Fee

4.56 lakh

Highest CTC

14 LPA

Average CTC

7 LPA

Overall the campus, faculty members, and college environment are all good. The college accepts applications through CAT and XAT scores. This college also provides a good return on investment.


KS

Krishna Shrivastava

15 Jul 21

IIFM Bhopal is an excellent institute for forest management courses, providing a degree that offers much more than knowledge of general management. You will learn to apply management practices in development sectors.

The forest management course usually deals with the application of management practices in the forest development sector, which has its unique approach. MBA pass-outs from IIFM work as managers in several sectors, taking difficult decisions like the banning and control of falling of trees, framing a criminal offense for the poaching of wildlife, etc.

Let’s consider a real-life scenario, if an old villager is accused of killing a tiger, he/she will be punished for 7 years with a monetary fine in the court of law. It will be a matter of political, ethical, legal, and economic approach for a general management student, resulting in the villager being punished. But, for an MBA in forest management, he/she will also consider the livelihood side of the villager, his conditions of living, and the circumstances that led to the crime. This is the major difference in approach.

The PGDFM program in IIFM Bhopal has its characteristics and approach of study, which is unique, and that makes it a decent choice for students interested in the field.


NG

Niharika Ghosh

13 May 21

There are certain requirements which are needed to be fulfilled by every student in the proper admission procedure.

Eligibility

  • You should score 50% in their Bachelor's degree or a CGPA equivalent. 
  • For students belonging to SC/ST/Differently Abled (PWD category), the candidate must have a minimum score of 45%. 

In case there is a candidate who is still waiting for his/her results after completing their degree OR is appearing in their final year of Bachelor's- they can thereafter join on provisional grounds by submitting the documents required on time. This document has to be signed by the Principal of the candidate's previous college mentioning that the candidate has cleared their degree. 

Admission Procedure

  1. A valid score in CAT or XAT. Based on these scores, you will be shortlisted for GD and PI round.
  2. Apart from applying to IIFM via CAT/XAT, you can visit the university's website and pay the admission fee - Rs. 1000 for the general category and Rs. 500 for SC/ST category.
  3. Based on your CAT/XAT score, you have to show up for an interview either at Bhopal, Bengaluru, Delhi, or Kolkata. Nevertheless, ultimately IIFM would be allotting centers to the candidates. 

These are some of the processes you have to follow to get admission at IIFM Bhopal. You will be finally selected on the basis of your overall performance, from admission scores, ranks, and performance in GD and PI.


SD

Shreyashi Das

13 May 21

IIFM Bhopal is a sectorial institute that can provide you with a great number of opportunities. To name certain fields- Development, MNC, Wildlife, Microfinance, Banks, Forestry. You can choose any one of the following and you would never end up being disappointed.

The highest placement package offered at IIFM Bhopal was 14 LPA in 2020. The salary you would be offered here would not be very appealing as it might not be as popular as the others. 

As far as loan is concerned and considering the entire atmosphere or IIFM, Bhopal- it would absolutely be worth it.

Everything depends on your interest ultimately. You are bound to feel burdened when you already are familiar with the fact that the job neither carries your interest nor does it pay you well.


ST

Shikha Thakur

13 May 21

Yes, it is natural that when you are applying for a course in Wildlife, you are bound to encompass aspects of Wildlife as well, which would be a crucial part of the course. This includes Ecosystem Management, Wildlife Conservation, Forestry, and Environment.

The most interesting fact here is that once you complete your course on Wildlife from IIFM, Bhopal you would manage to grab a golden opportunity for yourself to work with reputed wildlife organizations like World Wildlife Fund (WWF), MP Tiger Foundation, MP Forest Department, and many others like that. 

If you are just as passionate about forests and wildlife, you should definitely go for IIFM Bhopal. Perhaps try to connect with alumni for better clarification on your queries as they would have better to explain along with on-ground knowledge.


SS

Sayanti Shome

13 May 21

IIFM Bhopal is not exclusivelyabout Forestry in particular as it comprises several other subjects as well. 

  • The syllabus would cover topics like Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, and others that relate to the Marketing side.
  • Instead of joining the core management sector, you would master yourself in 3 main domains which are- Rural Development Management, Environment Management, and Conservation and Livelihood Management. This, in particular, is what makes IIFM what it is today.

By the time you would have completed your course and stepped out in society, you would realize that you are capable enough to make a good contribution to society. You would be carrying such a unique niche as compared to other management graduates that you would be somewhat superior to them in strict terms of expertise. Even if you speak in terms of ROI, IIFM is absolutely worth it as well. 


SG

Sanghita Ghose

04 Jan 22

Some of the distinguished IIFM Bhopal alumni are mentioned here.

  • Kalyan Gauli (2002-2003) - Manager, Ecosystem Servies and Climate Change at Asia Network for Sustainable Agriculture and Biosources (ANSAB) Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Bishnu C Parida (2004-2005) - Chief Operating Officer in JSLPS (Jharkhand State Livelihood Promotion Society Department of Rural Development, Govt. of Jharkhand)
  • Nitin Bassi (2005-2006) - Senior Researcher, Institute for Resource Analysis and Policy (IRAP) 
  • Divy Ninad Koul (2006-2007) - Senior Unit Head - Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd

AS

Anirudha Sinha

14 Sept 22

In order to get admission at IIFM, you need to appear for CAT/XAT examinations. You will be shortlisted based on your score. The next stage of selection is GD-PI. You will receive the admission offers from IIFM, if you clear the GD-PI round. 

Many major MNCs take part in campus placement. Students get job roles in various sectors such as banking, finance, development management, etc. 


RR

Roshni Roy

13 Apr 23

IIFM Bhopal conducts interviews for admission into its various programs such as the Post Graduate Diploma in Forest Management (PGDFM), the Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) in various specializations, and the M.Phil. program. The interview process for each program may vary, but some common aspects of the interview process are as follows:

  • Group Discussion: Some courses at IIFM Bhopal may conduct a group discussion as part of the selection process. The group discussion is usually a test of the candidate's communication skills, analytical ability, and general knowledge. The topic for the group discussion may be related to current affairs, social issues, or environmental topics.
  • Personal Interview: The personal interview is usually conducted by a panel of faculty members and industry experts. The interview panel assesses the candidate's knowledge, aptitude, and attitude toward the program and the industry. The panel may ask questions related to the candidate's academic background, work experience, current affairs, and general knowledge.
  • Writing Ability Test: Some programs at IIFM Bhopal may also conduct a writing ability test as part of the selection process. The writing ability test may be a test of the candidate's analytical writing skills, and the topics may be related to environmental issues or social topics.

Overall, the interview process at IIFM Bhopal is designed to assess the candidate's suitability for the program and their potential to contribute to the industry. The selection process is usually rigorous, and candidates are advised to prepare thoroughly for the interview. It is recommended that candidates should be well-versed in the program's curriculum, have an understanding of the industry, and be aware of the latest developments in the field.


NP

Nivedita Paul

16 Mar 22

GLIM, GIM, FORE, and LIBA offer general MBAs. So, you can your preferred specialization during your second year. This will give you a lot of freedom in terms of choosing your industry and job profile. All of these are good options. FORE has a great industry interface. Located in Delhi/NCR, it also enjoys a locational advantage. 

Your preference order for these four B-School should be - FORE=GIM>GLIM>LIBA. 

NIBM is a sectoral B-School, so choose it only if you are interested in joining the banking sector. Though IIFM isn’t a sectoral B-School, it is only known for its finance specialization. It is also rated below FORE, GIM, GLIM, and LIBA. 


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