Current affairs preparation is extremely important for IIM Shillong PI, accounting for roughly 30-40% of interview questions per the 2026 transcript which shows global warming causes, UN/World Bank discussions, nuclear attack consequences, and geopolitics. IIM Shillong fees are Rs 16L with Rs 19 LPA average placement. Shillong's emphasis on current affairs reflects its focus on sustainability and global business, given its location and brand positioning around "sustainability school.
" Prep strategy: read The Hindu + Economic Times daily (45 mins), Mint weekly (30 mins), The Economist online (weekly), RBI and Finance Ministry reports quarterly, and stay updated on: India geopolitics (G20, QUAD, BRICS, border issues), global economy (Fed rates, oil prices, dollar movement), climate change (COP summits, net-zero commitments, green finance), technology (AI regulation, semiconductor trade, digital public infrastructure), and Indian policy (budget highlights, schemes, RBI actions). Bookmark sources: PIB, RBI bulletins, CEA's Economic Survey. Practice explaining complex topics in 2-3 minutes with structure: What?
Why now? Who's affected? What's the implication?
For example, "Nuclear attack consequences: immediate (casualties, radiation), medium-term (economic disruption, refugee crisis), long-term (genetic impact, diplomatic fallout)." Shillong panelists pick fresh topics from last 6 months of news; don't rely on old prep material. Also prepare 5-10 facts each about your home city (Kolkata in this case) and current state politics.
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