Indian Institute of Plantation Management, Bangalore - IIPMB

Indian Institute of Plantation Management, Bangalore - IIPMB Indian Institute of Plantation Management, Bangalore is an exclusive, sectoral school of Management UPASI and Indian Tea Association (ITA).

Realizing the potentialities and needs of modernization of the plantation sector through management education and training, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India constituted a core group in 1990 to set up a strategic institution of management education in the plantation sector. Accordingly a blue-print for the Indian Institute of Plantation Management, (IIPM) Bangalore was prepared.

This blue-print envisaged the Institute as a centre of excellence, to act as a think tank and an intellectual resource base for the plantation sector. It also envisaged the Institute as an exclusive sectoral school of management based on a new model intensive institute-industry interaction. After the acceptance of the blueprint by the Government, a steering committee of the Ministry of Commerce provided the initial thrust for setting up the Institute. In November 1993, the Institute was registered as an autonomous educational institution of higher learning, under the Karnataka Society Registration Act. It is jointly sponsored by the plantation sector and the Commodity Boards viz. Coffee Board, Tea Board, Rubber Board, Spices Board and Plantation Associations, viz. The Institute is today a centre of excellence which acts as a think tank and an intellectual resource base for the plantation and associated agri-business sector. It is an exclusive sectoral school of management based on a new model of intensive institute-industry interaction

Institute is actively supported by the Industry through its uniquely designed Faculty Finance Support Scheme. Commodity Boards and several leading corporates have instituted chairs at the Institute. Currently, the chairs have been instituted by Tata Tea Limited, Goodricke Group Limited, WIlliamson Magor Group and Tata Coffee Limited. In return, Institute provides intellectual support to the Industry through its research, brainstorming workshops and seminars etc.

The admissions process at Indian Institute of Plantation Management continues to be enriched through the active particip...
18/05/2026

The admissions process at Indian Institute of Plantation Management continues to be enriched through the active participation of alumni and industry leaders, ensuring a strong blend of academic and practical evaluation.

On 5th May 2026, during the GD & PI sessions for the 2026 - 28 admissions cycle, we were privileged to host:

Mr. Anuj Sharma | Category Lead, Crystal Crop Protection Limited
Mr. Jithendra | Senior Manager - Fulfilment, Zepto

Their presence brought thoughtful evaluation, practitioner insights, and meaningful industry exposure to aspiring candidates. We extend our sincere gratitude for their contribution, time, and continued support towards strengthening the admissions process.

🤝 Memorandum of Understanding SignedIndian Institute of Plantation Management (IIPM), Bengaluru has signed a Memorandum ...
17/05/2026

🤝 Memorandum of Understanding Signed

Indian Institute of Plantation Management (IIPM), Bengaluru has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Agrifence Gateway Private Limited (Operating as All India Agro – AIA) for strategic collaboration in Agriculture & Food Systems.

The partnership aims to strengthen:
🌱 Sustainable Agriculture
📚 Research & Innovation
👥 Capacity Building & Skill Development
🌍 Community Impact Initiatives

This collaboration marks an important step toward bridging academia, industry, and sustainable agricultural development.

The admissions process at Indian Institute of Plantation Management continues to be strengthened through the active invo...
17/05/2026

The admissions process at Indian Institute of Plantation Management continues to be strengthened through the active involvement of distinguished alumni and industry professionals, bringing real-world perspectives into the selection process.

As part of the GD & PI sessions for the 2026 - 28 admissions cycle, we were honoured to host:

Mr. Preetham Gowda | Brand Specialist, Amazon
Mr. Harisanth R | Agri Analyst, OmniActive Health Technologies

Their interaction with aspiring candidates brought valuable industry insights, practical understanding, and depth to the evaluation process. We sincerely thank them for their time, expertise, and for enriching the admissions process with their valuable perspectives.

The admissions process at Indian Institute of Plantation Management continues to be enriched through the active particip...
14/05/2026

The admissions process at Indian Institute of Plantation Management continues to be enriched through the active participation of accomplished alumni and industry leaders.

For the GD & PI sessions of the 2026–28 admissions cycle, we were privileged to have:

Mr. Sumanth D C | Head of Sales – India, East-West Seed
Mr. Jayasuriya |Territory Business Development – PAN South India, Britannia Industries Limited

Their engagement with aspiring candidates brought practical business insights, industry-oriented evaluation, and valuable guidance to the admission process.

Such collaborations reflect the strength of the IIPMB alumni network and its commitment towards supporting future professionals entering the agribusiness and management ecosystem.

We thank them for their time, encouragement, and continued contribution to the institute.

The 2026–28 admissions journey at Indian Institute of Plantation Management began on 4th May 2026 with meaningful indust...
14/05/2026

The 2026–28 admissions journey at Indian Institute of Plantation Management began on 4th May 2026 with meaningful industry participation and insightful interactions during the GD & PI process.

We were pleased to have our alumni contribute their time and perspective to the selection process:

Saran Kumar from Coromandel International Limited

Lokesh Ram from Godrej Agrovet Limited

Their presence added practical depth to the evaluation process and gave prospective students an opportunity to be assessed through an industry lens.

Moments like these reflect the strength of the alumni network at Indian Institute of Plantation Management — where professionals continue to return, contribute, and help shape the next generation of managers.

We sincerely thank them for being part of this important milestone.

The Indian Institute of Plantation Management (IIPM), Bengaluru, successfully inaugurated the Livelihood Business Incuba...
13/05/2026

The Indian Institute of Plantation Management (IIPM), Bengaluru, successfully inaugurated the Livelihood Business Incubation Unit – 2 at the TRA Tocklai Experimental Station, Jorhat, Assam under the ASPIRE Scheme of the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, India.

The initiative aims to strengthen entrepreneurship, skill development, and livelihood opportunities in the plantation and allied sectors, with a special focus on empowering rural communities and aspiring entrepreneurs.

The event witnessed the presence of distinguished dignitaries including Shri Sumit Gupta, IEDS, Assistant Director, MSME, Guwahati; Shri Mantu Das, DDM, NABARD, Jorhat; Dr. Venkatesan Selvaraj, Director, TRA Tocklai Experimental Station; Dr. S. Senthil Vinayagam, Director, IIPMB, Dr. K. Venkateswaran, Associate Professor, IIPMB along with officials and stakeholders committed to fostering innovation and sustainable livelihood development.

We are pleased to announce that the admission process for the 2026–28 batch at the Indian Institute of Plantation Manage...
08/05/2026

We are pleased to announce that the admission process for the 2026–28 batch at the Indian Institute of Plantation Management (IIPM), Bengaluru, has officially commenced.

As part of the selection process, we were privileged to have the active participation of our faculty members along with our distinguished alumni:

• Thejaswi B R – Manager, Terviva
• Kiran H. C – Export & Business Development Manager, SSR Coconuts Industries

Their valuable industry perspectives, meaningful interactions, and contributions during the Group Discussion and Personal Interview process added significant depth to the evaluation of prospective candidates.

We sincerely appreciate the continued support of our alumni and well-wishers in strengthening the admission process and helping us identify and nurture future leaders for the plantation, agribusiness, and allied sectors.

Thank you for your time, support, and continued association with the institute.








We are delighted to announce the achievement of 100% Summer Internship Placements for the Batch of 2025–27 for the Post ...
06/05/2026

We are delighted to announce the achievement of 100% Summer Internship Placements for the Batch of 2025–27 for the Post Graduate Diploma in Management programs ABPM, FPBM and AEBM at the Indian Institute of Plantation Management, Bengaluru.

This dynamic batch represents a strong blend of academic excellence and practical exposure across diverse domains. Through internships with reputed organizations across Agri-Input, Plantation, Food Processing, Retail & FMCG, Export & International Trade, Finance, Sustainability, and Supply Chain sectors, students gain hands-on industry exposure and develop a holistic understanding of the evolving ecosystem.

We extend our sincere gratitude to our recruiting partners for their continued support and collaboration with the Indian Institute of Plantation Management in shaping the next generation of professionals.

The Agri-Export Cell (AEC) meeting at IIPM Bengaluru, supported by KAPPEC, was successfully conducted on 4th May 2026 un...
06/05/2026

The Agri-Export Cell (AEC) meeting at IIPM Bengaluru, supported by KAPPEC, was successfully conducted on 4th May 2026 under the chairmanship of Dr. S. Senthil Vinayagam, Director, IIPM Bengaluru.

The discussion focused on outlining the vision and key activities of AEC, with emphasis on strengthening agri-export ecosystems through production planning, quality and packhouse management, and international market development. Clear roles and responsibilities were defined, along with strategies for FPO development, data-driven decision-making, and institutional convergence.

A structured roadmap with regular review mechanisms was established to ensure effective implementation and progress.

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