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India’s management education landscape is changing and one of the biggest shifts is happening at IIM Mumbai. For the first time, the institute is opening its doors to students right after Class 12 through its brand-new Undergraduate Program (UG) 2026.
For ambitious students dreaming of a career in business, technology, data or digital strategy, this is a game-changer. Here’s a complete breakdown of everything you need to know.
Till now, students who wanted an IIM tag had to complete a bachelor’s degree and crack CAT.
But with the new B.Sc. in Digital Sciences & Business Management, IIM Mumbai is offering:
IIM Mumbai hopes to shape “techno-managers” — young professionals who understand AI, data and automation while also being strong in management.
Degree Offered: B.Sc. in Digital Sciences & Business Management
Duration: 4 years (with exit options as per NEP norms)
First Batch Starts: Expected July 2026
Campus: Proposed satellite campus in Pune (temporary), future expansion planned in Mumbai
Focus Areas:
This is one of India’s most future-focused UG programs — perfectly aligned with where global jobs are heading.
IIM Mumbai has shared preliminary details, though final approval is pending.
This makes the program highly competitive — and attractive for students already preparing for JEE.
This degree blends tech + business, giving students a dual skillset.
By graduation, students are prepared for industry-ready, high-paying digital roles.
The program is premium — similar to global business & analytics degrees.
IIM Mumbai is expected to announce:
Since the program is new, scholarship details will come closer to the admission cycle.
(These are projections; real figures will depend on market conditions in 2030.)
The Pune–Mumbai corridor is known for IT hubs, startups, manufacturing and industry partnerships — giving students great exposure.
This UG program is ideal if you:
✔Want an IIM education straight after 12th
✔ Are interested in tech + management
✔ Want to work in future jobs driven by AI, analytics & automation
✔ Prefer hands-on learning, internships and industry engagement
✔ Aim for high-growth careers in product, consulting, analytics, or digital business
It’s a powerful alternative to engineering + MBA or BBA + higher studies.
The IIM Mumbai UG Program 2026 is one of the most exciting additions to India’s undergraduate education landscape. With a strong blend of digital sciences and business management, global-style curriculum, competitive admissions and premium placements, it promises to create a new generation of future-ready business leaders.
If you’re a Class 12 student dreaming of an IIM education this is your chance.
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