Industry applications
M&A
Equity capital markets
Debt capital markets
Restructuring
Career opportunities & salary
| Role | Salary (India) |
|---|---|
| IB Analyst | 15-30 LPA |
| IB Associate | 30-60 LPA |
Skills roadmap
ValuationFinancial modelingPitchbooksExcel/PowerPoint
Learning roadmap
- Phase 1Foundation
- Accounting
- Valuation
- Excel
- Phase 2Modeling
- 3-statement
- M&A
- LBO
- Phase 3Deal
- Live deal exposure
- Pitchbooks
Latest trends (2026)
- AI-assisted diligence
- Private capital markets
- Cross-border M&A
Tools used
ExcelPowerPointCapital IQPitchBook
Deep dives
12 in-depth Investment Banking guides — from beginner concepts to career and interview prep.
What is Investment Banking? A Complete 2026 Guide
Investment banking advises companies on mergers, acquisitions, IPOs and debt raises. Long hours, elite exit options, high pay. Learn what Investment Banking…
Beginner 8 min
Investment Banking Career Roadmap 2026: Roles, Skills, Salary
Step-by-step Investment Banking career roadmap: roles, salary bands, skills and a 6-12 month learning plan for 2026.
Intermediate 10 min
Investment Banking Salary Guide 2026 (India + Global)
Investment Banking salary in India by role, experience and city. Compare junior to senior compensation for 2026.
Beginner 7 min
Top Investment Banking Tools in 2026
The essential Investment Banking tools professionals use in 2026 — with strengths, use cases and how to learn each.
Beginner 6 min
Investment Banking Applications: Real Industry Use Cases
How Investment Banking is used across industries — from healthcare to finance. Real 2026 use cases you can learn from.
Beginner 6 min
Best Investment Banking Certifications in 2026
Which Investment Banking certifications actually help you get hired in 2026 — and which to skip.
Intermediate 6 min
Top Investment Banking Interview Questions & Answers (2026)
The most-asked Investment Banking interview questions in 2026 with structured answers, plus what recruiters look for.
Intermediate 9 min
Investment Banking Projects for Your Portfolio (2026)
Impressive Investment Banking project ideas for students and career switchers — with scope, tech stack and outcomes.
Intermediate 8 min
Investment Banking Trends in 2026: What's Actually Changing
The Investment Banking trends that matter in 2026 — filtered from hype to what changes how you work and hire.
Intermediate 7 min
Investment Banking Learning Path: 90-Day Plan for 2026
A structured 90-day Investment Banking learning path with weekly milestones, projects and evaluation checkpoints.
Beginner 10 min
Investment Banking for Beginners: Start Here in 2026
New to Investment Banking? This beginner guide covers the fundamentals, first project and next 90 days for 2026.
Beginner 7 min
Investment Banking Jobs in 2026: Where Companies Hire
Where Investment Banking roles are being hired in 2026 — companies, cities, remote options and application tips.
Beginner 6 min
Frequently asked questions
Can I break into IB without a top MBA?
Yes, but harder — target boutique or MM banks, or lateral from Big 4 TAS/PE ops.