IB Diploma Programme
by International Baccalaureate
Globally recognized university qualification
IB Diploma Programme is a course by International Baccalaureate for students in Class 11–12, open to students across India.
Mode
In-Person
Eligibility
Class 11–12
Fee
Registration fee applies
Duration
2 years (Grades 11–12)
Format
Individual
Time needed
Full-time school curriculum over two academic years
About This Opportunity
The IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) is an internationally recognized two-year pre-university curriculum designed for students aged 16 to 19 in Grades 11 and 12. Offered exclusively through authorized IB World Schools, the programme combines rigorous academic study across six subject groups with three core components: Theory of Knowledge (TOK), an Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS).
Students choose one subject from each of the six groups — Language and Literature, Language Acquisition, Individuals and Societies, Sciences, Mathematics, and the Arts — studying three subjects at Higher Level and three at Standard Level. Each subject is scored on a 1–7 scale, with the core components contributing up to 3 additional points, for a maximum total score of 45.
In India, there are over 170 IB World Schools authorized to offer the Diploma Programme. The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) officially recognizes the IB Diploma as equivalent to the Plus Two (10+2) Senior Secondary qualification, making students eligible for undergraduate admissions across Indian universities. Students may also appear for entrance examinations for engineering, medicine, management, and law programs in India.
A student enrolls in the IBDP through an authorized IB World School after completing Grade 10, and the programme concludes with external assessments at the end of Grade 12. Results are declared each July. The programme is widely regarded as excellent preparation for competitive university applications worldwide, with students gaining admission to leading universities across India and internationally.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 11–12
- Age Range
- 16 - 19 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Completion of Grade 10 from CBSE, ICSE, or any recognized State Board. Students must be enrolled in an authorized IB World School to access the programme.
Prerequisites
- Grade 10 completion from a recognized board
- Enrollment at an authorized IB World School
Additional requirements
- Must be enrolled in an authorized IB World School offering the Diploma Programme
- Completion of Grade 10 from any recognized board (CBSE, ICSE, State Board or equivalent)
Ages 16–19, Grades 11–12. Must have completed Grade 10 from CBSE, ICSE, or any recognized board. Open to students enrolled in an authorized IB World School in India. No gender restrictions. Programme available nationwide at 170+ IB World Schools.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Advanced
What's covered
Six subject groups studied over two years (Grades 11–12), with three subjects at Higher Level and three at Standard Level. Three core components are compulsory: Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (a 4,000-word independent research paper), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). Each subject scored 1–7; core adds up to 3 points; maximum total score is 45.
Rewards & Recognition
Certificate
IB Diploma — globally recognized certificate
Upon successful completion, students receive the IB Diploma, recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) as equivalent to the Plus Two (10+2) Senior Secondary qualification. Universities in over 100 countries formally recognize the diploma for undergraduate admissions.
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Opens doors to
The IB Diploma is recognized by universities in over 100 countries. In India, the AIU accords it equivalence to Plus Two (10+2), making students eligible for undergraduate admissions and entrance exams for engineering, medicine, management, and law. Mumbai University explicitly recognizes IB subject combinations for engineering eligibility.
Recognition
International university recognition
Skills your child builds
What your child will do
- Higher Level and Standard Level subject classes
- Theory of Knowledge seminars
- Extended Essay supervised research
- Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) projects
- Internal assessments and external examinations
How to apply
- 1Identify an authorized IB World School offering the Diploma Programme via ibo.org/programmes/find-an-ib-school/
- 2Contact the school admissions office and schedule a campus visit
- 3Submit the school's application form with Grade 10 academic records
- 4Complete any school-level aptitude assessment or interview if required
- 5Pay the school's registration and annual tuition fees
- 6Upon enrollment, the school registers the student with the IB for assessment
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Annual tuition fees at IB World Schools in India typically range from approximately ₹3 lakh to ₹8 lakh per year depending on the school and location. Fees are paid to the school, which in turn pays IB assessment registration fees on behalf of students.
Frequently asked questions
Is IB Diploma Programme free?
Registration fee applies
Who can participate in IB Diploma Programme?
Students in Class 11–12. children aged 16-19.
What will my child gain from IB Diploma Programme?
IB Diploma recognized as Plus Two (10+2) equivalent by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). Accepted by universities in over 100 countries for undergraduate admissions. Students eligible for Indian entrance exams (JEE, NEET, CLAT, CAT) with IB qualifications. Rigorous preparation through six subjects at Higher and Standard levels. Core components — Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, CAS — develop holistic skills. Scored on a 45-point scale, with scores above 30 considered strong for university applications. Maximum score of 45 competitive for top global university applications.
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