The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Nagpur has opened applications for its two-year Blended MBA Programme for working professionals in collaboration with Jaro Education. Designed for mid- and senior-level professionals, the programme combines live online learning with campus immersion, enabling candidates to pursue an MBA without leaving their full-time jobs.

The Round 1 application deadline is July 12, 2026, with admissions being conducted in three phases.

Blended MBA designed for working professionals

The programme aims to help professionals strengthen their leadership, strategic thinking and management capabilities while continuing their careers.

The blended learning format includes:

• Live online classes
• Four on-campus immersion modules at IIM Nagpur
• Interactive case studies
• Business simulations
• Industry projects
• Sessions with IIM faculty and industry experts

Classes are scheduled during weekday evenings and weekends, allowing participants to balance academic commitments with professional responsibilities.

Flexible learning with practical industry exposure

According to IIM Nagpur, the curriculum is designed to encourage immediate application of classroom concepts in workplace settings.

Participants will gain exposure to:

• Strategic management
• Leadership development
• Business decision-making
• Organisational problem-solving
• Industry-focused projects
• Collaborative learning with experienced professionals

The programme caters to executives seeking career advancement without taking a break from employment.

IIM Nagpur Blended MBA 2026: Application process

Candidates must complete the online application process by submitting personal, academic and professional details.

Steps to apply

• Complete the online application form.
• Upload educational certificates and proof of work experience.
• Pay the ₹2,500 application fee.
• Submit the application before the relevant admission deadline.
• Participate in the selection process conducted by IIM Nagpur.
• Pay the programme fee upon receiving the admission offer.

Important dates

• Round 1 application deadline: July 12, 2026
• Round 2 admissions: July 2026 – August 31, 2026
• Round 3 admissions: September – October 2026

Programme fee

The total fee for the two-year Blended MBA Programme is ₹12,10,000, payable after admission confirmation.

The diverse first cohort reflects the growing demand

IIM Nagpur reported strong interest in the inaugural batch, with professionals joining from multiple industries, including:

• Information Technology
• Healthcare
• Manufacturing
• Oil and Gas
• Banking and Financial Services
• Consulting
• Aerospace
• EdTech

Participants brought between two and twenty years of professional experience and represented diverse academic backgrounds, including engineering, commerce, healthcare, technology and management.

The first cohort also included professionals from several states such as Maharashtra, Karnataka, Delhi, Telangana, Bihar, Punjab and Tamil Nadu, highlighting the growing demand for flexible executive education programmes across India.

With its blended learning model, IIM Nagpur aims to provide experienced professionals with access to management education while enabling them to continue contributing to their organisations throughout the programme.