In a significant milestone for Indian management education, the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) has secured the number one rank in the prestigious Times B-School Ranking 2026. This achievement underscores the institute's dominance in the field of international business and trade studies. Operating as an autonomous body under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, IIFT continues to set the benchmark for academic excellence across its multiple campuses, including Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, and GIFT City.
#1 (Times B-School 2026)
1963
Ministry of Commerce & Industry
Dubai (Upcoming)
Empowering Future Leaders
Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, lauded the institute's success, framing it as a clear indicator of IIFT’s dedication to equipping students with critical global trade skills. He emphasized that the institute is pivotal in crafting the next generation of leaders who will represent India on the world economic stage.
Strategic Alignment with 'Vikasit Bharat'
Shri Rajesh Agrawal, Commerce Secretary and Chancellor of IIFT, noted that this ranking reflects the institute's expanding global footprint. He highlighted that IIFT’s curriculum and vision are strictly aligned with national economic priorities, supporting India's goal to become a developed nation (Viksit Bharat) through robust international trade.
Global Outreach
Under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Prof. Rakesh Mohan Joshi, the institute is aggressively pursuing international excellence. A major step in this direction is the upcoming launch of IIFT's first offshore campus in Dubai, marking a new chapter in its history.
Academic Rigor
The administration has recommitted to integrating contemporary global realities into its teaching and research methodologies, ensuring that students are industry-ready for complex international markets.
Source: Press Information Bureau (PIB), Ministry of Commerce & Industry.
