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MBA ENTRANCE EXAMS 2022-2023

Have you finished your bachelor’s degree and want to pursue an MBA from a prominent B-school but aren’t sure how to apply? Previously, admission to business schools was solely based on merit. Most B-Schools have updated their MBA admission requirements, which are based on an MBA entrance exam, in response to a rise in the number of candidates. The following are some approved MBA entrance exams in India.

MBA entrance exam provide access to highly rated MBA institutions in India such as IIMs, IIFT, FMS, SPJIMR, MDI, XLRI, IITs, NMIMS, and TISS, among others. For admission to various institutes, there are national level MBA entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, NMAT; state level MBA entrance exams such as MAH MBA CET, Karnataka PGCET, Tamil Nādu TANCET, Telangana TSICET; and institute level MBA entrance exams such as IIFT, TISSNET, MICAT, IBSAT. 

The CAT or GMAT is typically the fundamental necessary prerequisite of B schools in India. AICTE has approved six nationwide exams in total. GMAT, CAT, MAT, ATMA, NMAT, XAT, and CMAT are all MBA admission tests in India.

While the CAT, MAT, XAT, IIFT, NMAT, SNAP, and other exams are only recognised by associated institutions and a small number of B-schools, the GMAT is accepted by a far wider number of B-schools across India. Taking the GMAT test allows a candidate to apply to business schools all around the world.

Eligibility Criteria for an MBA in India:

S.No.Entrance ExamInstituteEligibilityTentative MonthWebsite
1GMATGraduate Management Admission TestGraduation in any Discipline ( except for people opting for early/advance admissions)All year around (365 days)- by Appoints Onlyhttps://www.mba.com/
2CATIndian Institute of Management50% in GraduationNovemberwww.catiim.in
3IRMAInstitute of Rural Management Anand50% in GraduationNovemberwww.irma.ac.in
4MATAll India Management AssociationGraduation in any DisciplineSeptember, December, February & Maywww.aima-ind.org
5SNAPSymbiosis International University50% in Graduation(regular degree)Decemberwww.snaptest.org
6IBSATICFAI50% in GraduationDecemberwww.ibsat.org
7NMATNMIMS50% in GraduationDecemberwww.nmims.edu
8XATXLRI, Jamshedpur50% in GraduationJanuarywww.xlri.ac.in
9TISSTata Institute of Social SciencesGraduation in any DisciplineJanuarywww.tiss.edu
10ATMAAssociation of Indian Management Studies50% in GraduationFebruarywww.atma-aims.org
11CMATAICTE50% in GraduationFebruarywww.aicte-cmat.in

Following are the top 5 MBA entrance exams- 

The top five MBA entrance exams that grant admission to elite MBA programmes are as follows:

1. CAT 2022: With over 2.30 lakh applications, it is the largest and most significant MBA entrance test leading to admission in IIMs and other top B-schools. 

2. XAT 2023: This test leads to admission to XLRI and other top 140+ B-schools, with around 1 lakh people enrolling for it.

3. NMAT 2022: With over 80 thousand individuals registered for the test, the NMAT by GMAC leads to admission at NMIMS and 50+ other prominent B-schools.

4. IIFT 2022: This is an institute-level MBA entrance exam that leads to admission to the MBA (IB) 2023-25 batch at IIFT Delhi and IIFT Kolkata. Every year, about 60000 people apply for the test.

5. SNAP 2022: With around 80 thousand candidates, it leads to admission to SIBM Pune and 15 additional Symbiosis institutes.

MBA Entrance Exam Schedule 2022-23 for Admission 2023-

The specifics of the top MBA entrance tests that are currently open or will be open shortly for admission 2023 are provided below-

MBA ExamRegistration Start DateLast Date to ApplyExam Date
CAT 2022August 3, 2022September 14, 2022November 27, 2022
NMAT 2022August 1, 2022October 10, 2022October 10 to December 19, 2022
XAT 2023August 10, 2022November 30, 2022January 8, 2023
IIFT 2023September 2, 2022October 15, 2022December 4, 2022
TISSNET 2023November 17, 2022January 10, 2023January 21, 2023
SNAP 2022August 04, 2022November 24, 2022December 10-18-23, 2022
IBSAT 2022July 1, 2022December 3rd week, 2022December 2022, 4th week
CMAT 2023November 15, 2022January 15, 2023February 26, 2023

How to Apply for MBA Admission-

Step 1: Register for and apply for the MBA Entrance Exam.

Step 2: Take the MBA Entrance Exam.

Step 3: The Selection Process

Step 4: Final Admissions Process (GD, PI, WAT)

Eligibility for the MBA Entrance Exam-

The applicants with job experience after graduation or fresh graduates with a minimum of 50% marks are eligible to apply for these MBA entrance tests in India. The XAT is an anomaly in that it does not need a minimum percentage of graduation marks. The application procedure for the essential MBA entrance tests 2022 for admission 2023 has progressively begun. While the registration for CAT 2022, NMAT 2022, and SNAP 2022 has already begun, the registration for XAT 2023 will begin in August 2022.

According to prior patterns, the application procedure for the IIFT MBA admission test would most likely begin in the first week of September. Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) will begin accepting applications for TISSNET 2023 in October/November 2022. Registration and application for IBSAT 2022, MAT Sep 2022 are now available. The first step in gaining admission to a top MBA college is to register for and apply for the appropriate MBA entrance test.

Most Popular MBA Entrance Exams in India –

For MBA admission, there are ten common MBA entrance examinations in India. CAT, XAT, IIFT, NMAT, SNAP, TISSNET, CMAT, MAT, IBSAT, and GMAT are among them. State Level Exams such as MAH CET, TANCET, PGCET, and KMAT are other prominent MBA entrance exams that will help you get into MBA courses in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. Other institute/university specialised tests besides IIFT, TISSNET, and IBSAT are KIITEE Management, MICAT, and UPES MET.

In India, there are nine popular National Level MBA entrance examinations for MBA admission:

  • CAT
  • CMAT
  • MAT
  • XAT
  • NMAT
  • SNAP
  • ATMA
  • GMAT

Top Institute/University Entrance Exams-

  • IIFT
  • TISS NET
  • IBSAT
  • KIITEE Management
  • UPES MET

Top MBA Institutions in India-

Bangalore’s Indian Institute of Management (IIM, Bangalore)

The Indian Institute of Management’s most popular management programmes are: Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP), Executive Postgraduate Management Programme for Executives (EPGP), Management Fellows Program (FPM).

Ahmedabad’s Indian Institute of Management (IIM, Ahmedabad)

The Indian Institute of Management’s most popular management programmes are: Management Postgraduate Program (PGP), Management Postgraduate Program for Executives (EPGX), Management Fellows Program (FPM).

Indian Institute of Management (Hyderabad and Mohali)

The Indian School of Business’s most popular management programmes are:

Management Postgraduate Program (PGP), Young Leaders Initiative (YLP), Management Postgraduate Program for Senior Executives (PGPMAX), Management Fellows Program (FPM).

Top MBA Entrance Exams 2022 for 2023 Admission-

Here are the main information of the Top MBA Exams for admission to top MBA institutions in India in 2023. They are classified into three types

  • MBA Exams at the National Level
  • MBA institute level exam, and
  • MBA examinations at the state level

Let us learn more about the best MBA entry exams:

1. National MBA Entrance Exams

MBA Test dates and schedule with top MBA universities accepting exam, as well as MBA Entrance Exam Calendar, are provided below. Their notification for entrance tests for admission 2023 will be available soon.

Name of the National MBA ExamMBA Entrance Exam DateTop MBA colleges accepting Exam
Common Admission Test (CAT) 2022November 27, 2022  IIMs, FMS Delhi, SPJIMR, MDI, IITs, IMI, IMT 
Xavier Aptitude Test – XAT 2023January 8, 2023XLRI, XIMB, IMI, IMT, TAPMI, Great Lakes
NMAT by GMAC 2022October 10 to December 19, 2022NMIMS, K J Somaiya, XUB, VIT Vellore, SD Bacconi Asia Centre 
SNAP 2022December 18, 2022SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, SIOM & 12 Other Symbiosis colleges 
CMAT 2023February 26, 2023GIM Goa, BIMTECH, K J Somaiya, IFMR, Welingkar, Jaipuria, N L Dalmia 
MAT 2022 (September)PBT- September 4, 2022IBT- Aug 28 to Sept 17, 2022CBT- September 18, 2022JAGSoM, IPE Hyderabad,  Jaipuria, BIMTECH (Specialized PGDM), JIMS, NDIM 
ATMA 2022 (July)July 24, 2022 (Over)Welingkar, CIMR, SOIL, IMS
GMAT 2022Available Round the yearSPJIMR, IMI, IMT, XIMB, TAPMI, FORE, LBSIM, GIM Goa  

2. MBA Entrance Exam at the Institute Level-

MBA admission tests at the institute level are administered by specialised management institutes, which may or may not accept marks from other entrance exams. The majority of these tests will take place in 2022, with others taking place in 2023. In September/October, notifications for the top institute level MBA entrance examinations – IIFT, TISSNET, and MICAT – are published.

Name of the Institute level MBA Entrance ExamExam DatesTop MBA Institute Accepting Exam score
IIFT MBA (IB) 2023 Entrance ExamDecember 4, 2022Indian Institute of Foreign Trade-Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada
TISSNET 2023January 21, 2023Tata Institute of Social Science (TISS) all campuses
IBSAT 2022December 24 & 25, 20229 ICFAI B-Schools
MICAT 2022 & 2023December 10, 2022 & January 28, 2023MICA Ahmedabad
KIITEE Management 2023January 2023, 3rd week KIIT School of Management (KSOM) Bhubaneswar
INMARSAT 2023Will Not be ConductedIRMA Anand

3. State MBA Admission Exams-

State level MBA admission examinations are conducted by specialised state CET cells such as DTE Maharashtra’s CET Cell, Karnataka KEA, and private MBA entrance test conducting organisations such as KMAT Karnataka. University B-schools and private PGDM institutions are among the MBA schools that accept these admission test results. Some of these states have received notice of MBA Entrance Exams for Admission 2022.

State Level MBA Entrance ExamDates of MBA Entrance ExamTop MBA College Accepting Exam Score
MAH CET 2022August 23, 24 & 25, 2022JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, N L Dalmiya, SIES, CIMR 
Karnataka PGCET 2022 Not yet announcedIBA, AIMS, Alliance, ABBS, Kristu Jayanti 
TANCET 2023 for admission 20232nd week of May 2022Anna University, Tamilnadu, Madras University, SRM University, SSN School of Management Chennai, Hallmark Business School Trichy, St Josephs School of Management, Trichy, PSGIM Coimbatore
TS ICET 2022July 27 & 28, 2022Kakatiya University (KU); Osmania University (OU); Telangana University (TU);Satavahana University (SU) 
KMAT 2022To be AnnouncedIBA, AIMS, Alliance, ABBS, Kristu Jayanti 

MBA Entrance Exams Last Dates for Admission 2023-
Following are the last dates for each MBA entrance exam 2022/2023-

Name of the National MBA ExamMBA Entrance Exam Dates MBA Entrance Exam Last Date to Apply
Common Admission Test (CAT) 2022November 27, 2022  September 14, 2022
Xavier Aptitude Test – XAT 2023January 8, 2023November 30, 2022
NMAT by GMAC 2022October 10 to December 19, 2022October 10, 2022
SNAP 2022December 18, 2022November 30, 2022
CMAT 2023February 26, 2023January 15, 2023
MAT 2022 (September)PBT- September 4, 2022IBT- Aug 28 to Sep 17, 2022CBT- Sept 18, 2022PBT: Aug 29, 2022IBT: Aug 24 to Sept 13, 2022 as per the exam dateCBT: Sep 12, 2022
ATMA 2022Next Exam Dates to be AnnouncedTo be Announced
GMAT 2022Available Round the yearAvailable all the time

MBA Colleges Accepting Various MBA Entrance Exams for Admission in 2022-23-

The top MBA universities accepting different MBA Entrance Exams 2022 and 2023 scores for MBA admission 2023 are listed here.

MBA Entrance Exams 2022-23Top Institutes Accepting Exam Score
CAT20 IIMs, FMS, MDI, SPJIMR, IITs, IMI, IMT, TAPMI + 500 Others
XATXLRI, IMT, XIMB, XIME, GIM, Great Lakes, TAPMI, FORE, LIBA + 140 Others 
SNAPSIBM Pune, SCMHRD,  + 13 Other top Symbiosis Institutes
NMAT by GMACNMIMS Mumbai + 20 other MBA colleges & Universities
IIFT3 Campuses of IIFT at Delhi, Kolkata and Kakinada 
CMATK J Somaiya, Great Lakes, BIMTECH, GIM, VIT and all the Institutes and Universities offering AICTE approved MBA/PGDM programmes
IBSATIBS Hyderabad & all the other 8 campuses of ICFAI B-Schools
MAT300 MBA/PGDM colleges across India
ATMAMore than 200 MBA/PGDM colleges in India
TISSNETTata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai and all its campuses
IRMASATIRMA Anand
MICATMICA Ahmedabad
KIITEE ManagementKIIT School of Management; KIIT School of Rural Management

MBA Entrance Exam Registration & Application Form Cost-

MBA Entrance Exams Registration costs between Rs.1000 and Rs.2500 for each test. The MBA entrance exam fee for the upcoming MBA entrance tests 2022-23 has increased for some exams while remaining unchanged for many other MBA entrance exams. The table below shows the cost of each MBA entrance exam application form:

MBA Entrance ExamsMBA Entrance Exam Fee (General category)MBA Entrance Exam Fee  
(Reserved category)
CATRs.2300/-Rs.1150/-
XATRs.2000/-Rs.2000/-
IIFTRs.2500/-Rs.1000/-
NMAT by GMACRs.2800/-Rs.2800/-
SNAPRs.1800/-Rs.1800/-
CMATRs.2000/-Rs. 1000/-
MAH CETRs.1000/-Rs. 800/-
MATRs.1850/-Rs.1850/-
IBSATRs.1800/-Rs.1800/-
TISSNETRs.1030/-Rs. 500/-
MICATRs.2100/-Rs. 2100/-
KIITEE ManagementRs.1250/-Rs.1250/-

It should be noted that the cost of MBA entrance exam registration is approximately Rs.18,000/- if you appear in all of the above MBA entrance exams. To avoid paying such a high MBA entrance exam registration fee, you can select preferred MBA entrance exams, the results of which are accepted by more MBA colleges. For example, the larger national level MBA entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, CMAT, NMAT, and MAT cover over 1000 MBA colleges that accept their exam score. This way, you can lessen the financial burden of the MBA entrance exam.

Exams for Admission 2022 are now open-

All of the country’s major MBA entrance exams for the class of 2022 have either closed or will soon close:

  • CAT 2022: On November 27, 2022
  • XAT 2022: On January 2, 2022
  • IIFT 2022: October, 2022
  • SNAP 2022: Third week of December 2022 (first session), First week of January 2023 (second session), Second week of January 2023 (third session)
  • CMAT 2023 in January
  • MAT 2022: PBT-1: May 15, 2022, PBT-2: May 28, 2022
  • ATMA 2022 Exam: 29 May, 2022
  • TISSNET 2022 on February 26, 2022
  • MAH CET 2023: 1st week of July 2023
  • PGCET 2022: Exam in August 2022
  • APICET 2022: Last week of June 2022
  • TSICET 2022: 27–28 Jul 2022
  • KMAT 2022: 7th May 2022
  • TANCET 2022: 14 May, 2022
  • UPES MET 2023: June 2023

Following are some of the top MBA Entrance Exams with details-

CAT 2022: On November 27, 2022,

The IIM Bangalore will hold the Common Admission Test, also known as the CAT. CAT is India’s most popular MBA entrance exam for admission to 20 IIMs, FMS Delhi, IIT DoMs, SPJIMR, MDI, and 500+ MBA colleges.

MAT 2022

After the CAT, the MAT 2022 Management Aptitude Test, also known as the MAT Exam, is one of the most popular National level MBA entrance exams in India. The MAT exam is given four times a year, in February, May, September, and December. The exam leads to admission to more than 400 MBA/PGDM colleges that accept MAT exam scores. The September MAT schedule for CBT, PBT, and IBT will be available soon. Learn everything there is to know about the MAT, including how to register, how to prepare, which colleges accept the MAT, and much more. 

XAT 2023 occurs on January 8, 2023.

Xavier Aptitude Test, also known as XAT, is an important MBA Entrance Exam for Admission to XLRI, IMT, XIMB, TAPMI, and 150+ MBA Colleges in India. Every year, over a million candidates from all disciplines, including engineering, commerce, humanities, science, and law, apply and take the XAT exam to gain admission to one of these top B-schools’ MBA programs. XAT 2023 will take place on January 8, 2023. XAT is conducted annually by XLRI Jamshedpur and is therefore known as XLRI-XAT.

NMAT 2022 will begin in October 2022.

NMAT is a national level MBA entrance exam that leads to admission to top MBA colleges such as NMIMS Mumbai, SPJIMR, ISB, VIT, and XIMB, among 30 other institutes and universities in India. GMAC is the exam governing body for the NMAT. The NMAT exam will be held between October 10 and December 19, 2022. NMAT is offered in two formats: online proctored test and online exam, with 76 exam centers located in 73 cities.

IIFT 2023: Set to take place on December 4, 2022.

The National Testing Agency administers the IIFT entrance exam for admission to MBA (IB) programs as a computer-based test. The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Admission Test-2023, also known as the IIFT Exam 2023, is the MBA Entrance Exam for Admission to all three IIFT campuses in Delhi, Kolkata, and Kakinada. Every year, approximately 60,000 students from all disciplines, including engineering, commerce, humanities, and even law, take the IIFT admission test to gain admission to the MBA (IB) program at one of Indian Institute of Foreign Trade’s three campuses.

IBSAT 2022 will take place in December 2022.

IBSAT is a critical online computer-based MBA entrance exam for MBA admission to nine ICFAI Business Schools (IBS) across India. The IBSAT Entrance Exam 2022 is set to take place in the fourth week of December 2022. ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education administers the exam.

ICFAI Business Schools (IBS) in Hyderabad, Dehradun, Jaipur, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Gurgaon, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Pune accept IBSAT scores for admission.

CMAT 2023 is scheduled for February.

The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a government-sponsored computer-based national level MBA entrance examination for admission to 1000 AICTE-approved management programs (MBA/PGDM) throughout India. CMAT is a computer-based test administered by the National Testing Agency. All AICTE-Approved Institutions/University Departments/Constituent Colleges/Affiliated Colleges accept CMAT scores, including JBIMS, SIMSREE, K J Somaiya Mumbai, Welingkar Mumbai, PUMBA Pune, Great Lakes Chennai, and BIMTECH Greater Noida. The CMAT exam is scheduled for February 26, 2023.

SNAP 2022 will be implemented in December 2022.

The SNAP MBA Entrance Exam is required for admission to 16 Symbiosis Institutes in India. Every year, Symbiosis International University (SIU) Pune holds the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test, also known as SNAP, as a computer-based test. More than 2,500 MBA seats are available at Symbiosis colleges. SNAP’s question paper pattern has shifted from paper to computer over the years. On December 18, 2022, SNAP 2022 will most likely be held as a computer-based test.

ATMA 2022 Examination

The AIMS Test for Management Admissions (ATMA) is one of India’s most popular national level MBA entrance exams. ATMA exam results are accepted by over 200 MBA/PGDM colleges in India. ATMA is a reliable, comprehensive, and single-window admissions test for Post-Graduate Management Programs such as MBA, PGDM, MCA, MMS, and other management postgraduate courses. It is a nationally recognized online objective type entrance exam.

TISSNET 2023 is scheduled to launch on January 21, 2023.

TISS-NET is a computer-based National Entrance Test for admission to Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) Mumbai’s Masters (M.A.) programs. Tata Institute of Social Sciences M.A. programs are highly sought after Masters Degree courses for candidates seeking careers in management and other fields. TISS will most likely administer the TISSNET 2023 exam in January 2023 as a computer-based test lasting 100 minutes.

MAH CET 2022: Exam dates are August 23, 24, and 25.

MAH CET 2022 is an important MBA entrance exam for admission to Maharashtra’s MBA colleges. Its scores are accepted by over 330 MBA colleges, including some of the best, such as JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, and K J Somaiya. The exam will be administered by the Maharashtra Government’s CET Cell. The application process has ended.

PGCET 2022 registration opens soon…

Karnataka PGCET is a popular MBA entrance exam for admission to Karnataka MBA colleges. PGCET is open to Karnataka state and all India candidates. The MBA PGCET exam is administered by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) for MBA/MCA and other postgraduate courses offered by Karnataka government colleges and private institutes. MBA entrance exam in Karnataka is moderately difficult.

APICET 2022 Registration Will Begin Soon…

The S.V. University administers the Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test (APICET) on behalf of the A.P. State Council of Higher Education. The AP-ICET is an Integrated Common Entrance Test for regular MBA and MCA courses offered by State Universities and Professional Colleges under the jurisdiction of the A.P State Council of Higher Education.

TSICET 2022 Exam: July 27 & 28, 2022

The TS ICET-2022 (Telangana State Integrated Common Entrance Test – TSICET) is for M.B.A. and M.C.A. courses at all Telangana State universities and affiliated colleges. Kakatiya University, Warangal, administers the TS ICET exam on behalf of the Telangana State Council of Higher Education, Hyderabad.

KMAT 2022

Karnataka KMAT 2022 Exam is an important MBA/MCA entrance exam for both All India and Karnataka State candidates. KPPGCA, the KMAT exam conducting body, administers the KMAT exam for MBA/MCA admission in 180+ institutes throughout Bangalore and Karnataka. KMAT has remained a paper-based, moderately difficult test.

2022 TANCET

TANCET was held on May 14, 2022 by Anna University for MBA/MCA admission 2022 in the state of Tamil Nadu. A good TANCET 2022 score allows admission to MBA, MCA, and other PG courses at prominent colleges affiliated with Anna University, Tamil Nadu, as well as other MBA colleges. One of the most important aspects of the TANCET entrance exam is that it leads to admission to B-schools with low fees structure.

UPES MET 2023.

UPESMET 2023 is the solution to your MBA requirements, leading to specialized management programs in core industries. UPES School of Business Dehradun administers the exam. MBA programs at UPES School of Business are specifically designed for high-growth core industries. For its MBA programs, UPES University administers its own entrance exam, UPESMET. Every year, UPES holds four UPESMET exams beginning in January for admission to the same academic session.

MBA Entrance Exam Pattern and Syllabus-

Top MBA entrance exams follow a similar pattern, with minor variations in question pattern, question type, number of questions, sectional composition, and scoring pattern.

The MBA Entrance Exams Syllabus covers some common topics such as Verbal Ability, Reading Comprehension, Reasoning, and Quantitative Aptitude. Other sections and topics in MBA Entrance Exams Syllabus may differ, for example, XAT has a key section on Decision Making; IIFT, CMAT give good weightage to their GK section, whereas CAT and NMAT do not. To avoid wasting time, experts recommend that you first scan the MBA Entrance Exams Syllabus before beginning your MBA Entrance Exams Preparation. For example, if you want to prepare for top MBA exams using a combination of CAT, NMAT, and XAT, or a combination of IIFT, SNAP, and CMAT, you can do so.

MBA Syllabus 2022

The 2-year Full-time MBA program is divided into 4 semesters. Below you can find the MBA Syllabus for the same divided into semesters:

SemestersMBA Syllabus
Semester-IOrganizational BehaviourMarketing ManagementQuantitative MethodsHuman Resource ManagementManagerial EconomicsBusiness CommunicationFinancial AccountingInformation Technology Management
Semester-IIOrganization Effectiveness and ChangeManagement AccountingManagement ScienceOperation ManagementEconomic Environment of BusinessMarketing ResearchFinancial ManagementManagement of Information System
Semester-IIIBusiness Ethics & Corporate Social ResponsibilityStrategic AnalysisLegal Environment of BusinessElective Course
Semester-IVProject StudyInternational Business EnvironmentStrategic ManagementElective Course

Preparation for MBA Entrance Exams-

Although the preparation strategy for MBA entrance exams is very similar for the cAT, XAT, NMAT, CMAT, and other exams, there are some differences in the sectional composition and syllabus of each MBA entrance exam, which necessitates a slightly different preparation strategy.

MBA Types-

  • Online MBA
  • Distance Learning MBA
  • Executive MBA

Difference Between PGDM/PGPM/MBA-

Program TypePGDMPGPMMBA
Time 1 year1 year2 years
EligibilityGraduation with 50% marks + CATGraduation with 50% marks + CAT/MAT/GMAT/CMATGraduation with 50% marks + CAT/MAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/SNAP
Academic FocusBasic foundation with practical trainingFinance, Accounting, Marketing, Management,Technical and theoretical of Business Management
CostNearly 16 lakhsNearly 15 lakhsNearly 1 lakh

MBA Courses-

MBA courses in business administration and operations management that are related to management analysis and strategy are included. Some of the topics are as follows:

  • Accounting
  • Human Resources
  • Business Planning
  • Business Law
  • Business Ethics
  • Business Communication
  • Applied Statistics
  • Business Strategy
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Management
  • Finance
  • Supply-chain Management
  • Managerial Economics
  • Marketing

MBA/PGDM Job Openings & Career Prospects-

Some of the industries where an MBA graduate can find work include:

  • Finance and banking
  • Management of Information Systems
  • Banking on Investment
  • Management Advice
  • Private Capital
  • Analytics of Data
  • Entrepreneurship

MBA Salaries-

Before enrolling in a course, a student is more interested in knowing the outcome. After all, knowing the salaries paid for various job descriptions is self-evident and appropriate for an MBA degree holder. However, a manager’s ability to plan, strategize, execute, coordinate, delegate work and tasks, and so on will determine everything-

  • Retail Manager: 4.5 – 5
  • Digital Marketing Manager: 4.5 – 5
  • Sales Manager: 10 – 10.5
  • Advertising Sales Manager: 8 – 8.5
  • International Business Manager: 9
  • Risk Manager: 9.5 – 10
  • Infrastructure Manager: 10 – 11

Exams for MBA Programs Abroad-

The popularity of studying abroad is skyrocketing. Students choose to study abroad for a variety of reasons, including global exposure, subject mastery, and networking opportunities. Students must pass a variety of exams in order to be admitted to the course and country of their choice. The SAT, GMAT, GRE, IELTS, and TOEFL are among the most popular and important international entrance exams. However, the GMAT and GRE are two of the most popular aptitude exams for MBA programs abroad.

Guidelines for MBA Preparation-

To pass the best MBA entrance exams in India, the following common but excellent preparation tips must be followed:

To pass the top MBA entrance exams in India, you must understand the exam pattern and syllabus completely. A great schedule is defined as effective time management for improved preparation. An online coaching class can help you focus on your weak points and provide you with more practice and shortcuts for problem solving. Taking a lot of practice tests is the only way to improve exam speed and accuracy.

Frequently Asked Questions-

1) Can we do an MBA after the 12th?

Answer: No, MBA eligibility requires a graduation degree with a minimum of 50% marks.

2) Why should we do MBA after B.Tech?

Answer: Since the MBA has multiple options in various sectors.

3) Which exam is best for MBA?

Answer: CAT, MAT, XAT, SNAP, CMAT and GMAT are the best exams for MBA.

4) Which MBA has more scope?

Answer: In today’s arena, an MBA in the field of Finance and Marketing has more scopes.

5) Is CAT necessary for MBA?

Answer: CAT is an MBA entrance exam and thus, to pursue an MBA from the best b-schools, it is important to crack CAT. 

6) Who is eligible for MBA entrance?

Answer: The basic eligibility criteria of all MBA entrance exams is completing graduation with minimum 50 per cent aggregate (45 per cent for Reserved category candidates). However, some exams do not have minimum marks requirement in graduation. Only the passing marks in graduation make candidates eligible for such MBA exams.

7) Is CAT Exam easy for MBA?

Answer: The CAT exam’s competition level is a little more challenging than the other MBA exam, as more than 2 Lakhs (approx) candidates appear for this exam every year. So, to answer whether CAT Exam is tough, the candidates need to understand the difficulty level, exam pattern, and syllabus of this exam.

8) Is CAT compulsory for MBA?

Answer: No, CAT or CMAT exam is not compulsory for MBA. There are a host of other MBA entrance exams similar/euivalent to CAT like XAT. Several institutes have their own entrance exams like NMAT for NMIMS, TISS, SNAP for Symbiosis, IIFT, CET for Maharashtra institutes, MICA, etc.

9) Is CAT tougher than CA?

Answer: CAT is easy compared to CA , but for getting into IIM ,you must have a good past academic record and relevant experience, Personal interview and high score in CAT ,this things will make you to get into IIM . When it comes to preparation CAT exam is easier for an average student.

10) Who Earns More CA or MBA?

Answer: Top rankers in CA command a higher salary as they are employed in top companies. As far as MBAs are concerned, their salary package depends on their employer. Those who graduate from top IIMs command a salary of Rs 18-22 LPA, but the same is not true for those graduates who pass out from Tier-II and Tier-III colleges.

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without Entrance Exam

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without Entrance Exam – Some of Top MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad for Direct MBA Admission don’t offer any entrance exam such as CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT and more. MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without entrance exam are Nirma UniversityNarayana Business School, GLS Institute of Computer Technology, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, K.S. School of Business Management and more. There are Top 10 MBA colleges in Ahmedabad without entrance exam. As a result, direct MBA admission to MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without an entrance exam is available. MBA Entrance Exams such as MAT, CMAT, ATMA, CAT, XAT, and others are a few that are approved for MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without entrance exam. Also, the selection process for Admission at MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without entrance exam differs from that of an entrance exam. As a result, Direct Admission to MBA colleges in Ahmedabad without entrance exam leads to successful managers since it is worth the expense, even if it is through Management Quota. To be considered for direct admission to MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without entrance exam, you must create your own profile. The profile helps us to seek both job and admittance. In general, this procedure is carried out on the basis of a merit list. These colleges choose students based on their profile and graduation results.

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without Entrance Exam 2022

MBA is one of the world’s most popular graduate management degrees. MBA stands for masters of business administration. This degree is mostly available to individuals who have graduated from business institutions throughout the world. This course focuses on the individual and provides an integrated perspective of business topics such as management, finance, and accounting. Several private colleges and considered private universities provide direct admission to the MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without entrance exam. Varied MBA specialisations offer us different income packages.

The procedure of obtaining admission without taking an entrance exam is not difficult; you simply need to go through a few phases. Many major MBA institutions in Ahmedabad use national level MBA entrance examinations to select students, while other private colleges/universities hold self-entry tests for those who desire to enrol. The individual who did not win admission to institutions for a certain course through entrance exams or examination results. Top Private MBA colleges in Ahmedabad have seats designated for direct admittance through management quota seats in relevant courses, and students must meet the government’s qualifying standards.

Direct MBA admission to the MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without entrance exam is available. MBA in Ahmedabad with a low Entrance Score is an excellent choice for people who do not want to retake the entrance test. In addition, if candidates are not interested in admission to premier B-schools such as IIMs and others, direct MBA admission is a viable alternative. Here is the List of direct MBA admission to the MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without entrance exam which is mentioned below:

Colleges NameEstimated Fees
(INR)
MICA AhmedabadRs 21 lakh
Indus universityRs 1.70 lakh
Rai UniversityRs 1.41 lakh
Ahmedabad institute of TechnologyRs 1.32 lakh
Narayana Business SchoolRs 5.85 lakh
Adani Institute of Infrastructure ManagementRs 7.60 lakhs
Chimanbhai Patel Institute of Management and ResearchRs 1.74 lakh
LJIET AhmedabadRs 1.30 lakh

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad List

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad provide high-quality education, excellent placement opportunities, and outstanding faculty and facilities. MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad Fees range from INR 40,000 to INR 30 Lakhs. Indus University and Ahmedabad Management Association is one of the MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad with Low Fees. MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad list include Amrut Mody School of Management (AMSOM), IIM Ahmedabad, ICFAI Business School (IBS), MICA- the School of Ideas, and Shanti Business School (SBS). MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad contact information may be obtained on the websites of the relevant MBA colleges in Ahmedabad. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University, Rashtriya Raksha University, IIM Ahmedabad, Gujarat Technological University, and others are among the top government MBA colleges in Ahmedabad. MBA Government Colleges in Ahmedabad charges between INR 15,000 and INR 28, 00000. Here are the MBA colleges in Ahmedabad list which is listed below:

Sl No.MBA CollegeType of MBA College
1Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIMA)Central Govt. Created IIM
2MICA AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College
3IRMA AnandAICTE Approved PGDM College
4Institute of Management, Nirma University (IMNU), AhmedabadMBA college of Nirma University
5Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India – EDII AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College
6Amrut Mody School of Management (AMSoM) – University of AhmedabadAhmedabad University MBA College
7Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management (AIIM) AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad fees

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad Fees range from INR 40,000 to INR 30 Lakhs. Indus University and Ahmedabad Management Association is one of the MBA colleges in Ahmedabad with low fees. There are various options you can choose for getting into MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad, you can also get direct admission to MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without entrance exam. Here is the list of MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad fees which is mentioned below:

MBA CollegeType of MBA CollegeMBA College Fee (Rs.in Lakhs)
Amrut Mody School of Management (AMSoM) – University of AhmedabadAhmedabad University MBA College3.07
Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management (AIIM) AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College7.6
Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India – EDII AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College11
Institute of Management, Nirma University (IMNU), AhmedabadMBA college of Nirma University10.52
IRMA AnandAICTE Approved PGDM College12.08
MICA AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College20
Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIMA)Central Govt. Created IIM23

MBA Government Colleges in Ahmedabad Fees

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad contact information may be obtained on the websites of the relevant MBA colleges in Ahmedabad. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University, Rashtriya Raksha University, IIM Ahmedabad, Gujarat Technological University, and others are among the top government MBA colleges in Ahmedabad. MBA Government Colleges in Ahmedabad charges between INR 15,000 and INR 28, 00000. Here is the list of MBA Government Colleges in Ahmedabad Fees which is given below:

College NameAverage Fees
IIM AhmedabadINR 28,00,000
Babasaheb Ambedkar Open UniversityINR 15,000
Gujarat Technological UniversityINR 20,000
Gujarat UniversityINR 18,100
Rashtriya Raksha UniversityINR 41,000

Top 10 MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad, Ahmedabad MBA institutes in Ahmedabad provide a variety of MBA specialties such as HRM, Marketing, Finance, Information Technology, and others. Out of the 63 Best MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad, there are 57 Private MBA colleges and 5 Government MBA colleges. Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India – EDI Ahmedabad, Institute of Management – Nirma University (IMNU) Ahmedabad, MICA Ahmedabad, Amity Global Business School Ahmedabad are the Top MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without Entrance Exam.Here is the list of the Top 10 MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad which is mentioned below:

CollegeEstablishedAffiliated To
Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad1961Autonomous
IBS Business School, Ahmedabad1995ICFAI University
Nirma University, Ahmedabad2003Private University
Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management, Ahmedabad2009Private
Ahmedabad Institute of Technology, Ahmedabad2004Gujarat Technological University
Amrut Mody School of Management, Ahmedabad2000Ahmedabad University
Amity Global Business School, Ahmedabad2008Amity University
B. K. School of Business Management, Ahmedabad1976Gujarat University
Asia Pacific Institute of Management , Ahmedabad1997Gujarat University
Indus University, Ahmedabad2006Private University

MBA Colleges in Gujarat without entrance Exam

Many top MBA colleges in Gujarat use National level MBA entrance exams to select students, and some private colleges/universities conduct self-entry exams for students who wish to enrol. The candidate who did not gain admission to colleges for a specific course through entrance exams or examination scores. Top Private MBA colleges in Gujarat have seats reserved for direct entry through management quota seats in interested courses, and students must meet the government’s eligibility criteria. Here is the list of Best MBA Colleges in Gujarat without entrance Exam which is given below:

  • Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University
  • National Academy of Event Management & Development,Ahmedabad
  • GLS Institute of Computer Technology
  • C.K. Pithawalla Institute of Management
  • Parul University
  • Nirma University
  • Narayana Business School
  • Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
  • Shrimad Rajchandra Institute of Management and Computer Appl
  • Anand Institute of Management
  • K.S. School of Business Management
  • Baroda Institute Of Management Study
  • Dr. Bharat Barad Institute of Management and Computer Scienc
  • Bhagwan Mahavir College of Management
  • Neesa Institute of Management Studies

Frequently Asked Questions about MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without Entrance Exam

Q. Can I get admission in MBA without entrance exam?

Ans. According to the AICTE (Ministry of Human Resources Development), PGDM B-schools can accept any of the six national tests: CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, or GMAT. Many universities that are not among the top 100 B-schools provide direct MBA admission without the need for an entrance exam in order to fill the seat quota.

Q. Can MBA be done without CMAT?

Ans. Entrance tests such as the CAT, MAT, CMAT, and GMAT are used to determine admission to MBA programmes. The majority of colleges and institutes in India recognise these scores. If you still wish to pursue an MBA at a reputable B-school, you can do so without taking these entry tests.

Q. Can I get admission in MBA college without cat?

Ans. No, the candidate must have taken the CAT in order to get admitted to IIM-K. Only CAT scores are accepted by IIMs. IIMs do not accept other entrance test scores or offer direct admission.

Q. Can we get admission without entrance exam?

Ans. According to the AICTE (Ministry of Human Resources Development), PGDM B-schools can accept any of the six national tests: CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, or GMAT. Many universities that are not among the top 100 B-schools provide direct MBA admission without the need for an entrance exam in order to fill the seat quota.

Q. Is it compulsory to write entrance exam for MBA?

Ans. Entrance examinations are not required for all MBA programmes. There are different universities that need some form of admission test where there are a huge number of applications, thus these examinations are merely given to lower the number of applicants till there are seats available in that particular institute.

Top MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without Entrance Exam 2022

Top MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without Entrance Exam 2022

Top MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad provide different specializations on MBA such as finance, Marketing, Rural Management, Information Technology and more. Top MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad includes 63 MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad out of which, there is 57 Private MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad and 5 Government MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad. MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad offers quality education with high placement. IIM Ahmedabad is the one of the  top MBA college in Ahmedabad that comes to MBA applicants’ heads when they look for top MBA colleges in Ahmedabad. While the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIMA) has already established the city on the national and international map of MBA education, other top MBA colleges and university MBA colleges in Ahmedabad have made their mark across the country and the globe as well.There are other MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad such as Amrut Mody School of Management (AMSoM) – University of Ahmedabad, Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India – EDII Ahmedabad, IRMA Anand and more. MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad contact numbers may be obtained on the websites of the relevant MBA colleges in Ahmedabad. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University, Rashtriya Raksha University,  IIM Ahmedabad, Gujarat Technological University, and others are among the top government MBA colleges in Ahmedabad. MBA Government Colleges in Ahmedabad fees ranging from INR 15,000 to INR 30,000. Entrance exams such as the CAT, MAT, GMAT, and others are required for admission to MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad. The Top MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without Entrance Exam include Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India – EDI Ahmedabad, Institute of Management – Nirma University (IMNU) Ahmedabad, MICA Ahmedabad, and Amity Global Business School Ahmedabad. Nirma University, R.B. Institute of Management Studies (RBIMS), Ahmedabad, L J Institute Of Management Studies, and others are among the Top Integrated MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad.

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without Entrance Exam

Without an entrance exam, direct MBA admission in Ahmedabad is available. MBA in Ahmedabad with a low Entrance Score is a good option for those who do not want to retake the admission test. In addition, if students are not interested in admission to top B-schools such as IIMs and others, direct MBA admission is a viable option. Here is a list of some of the MBA colleges in Ahmedabad without Entrance Exam and also offer Direct MBA Admission in Ahmedabad without an entrance exam. The same list is provided for MBA colleges in Ahmedabad that do not require the CAT or MAT-:

S.noMBA College in AhmedabadLocation in AhmedabadMBA/PGDM Fees Structure
1Institute of Management – Nirma University (IMNU) AhmedabadGota9.52
2MICA AhmedabadShela18.5
3Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India – EDI AhmedabadGandhinagar District5.84
4Amity Global Business School AhmedabadSafal Pegasus5.16 Lakh
5ICFAI Business School8.01 Lakh
6Shanti Business SchoolS.P Ring Road5.98 Lakh
7Unitedworld School of Business, Karnavati UniversityUvarsad6.20 Lakh
8Indus University1.56 Lakh
9Ganpat UniversityS.G Highway2.10 Lakh
10Rai UniversityDholka Taluka1.40 Lakh

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad include MICA- The School of Ideas, Amrut Mody School of Management (AMSOM),  ICFAI Business School (IBS), IIM Ahmedabad,  and Shanti Business School (SBS). MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad provide high-quality education, excellent placement opportunities, and outstanding faculty and facilities. MBA in Ahmedabad opens me a plethora of professional choices in the future. IIM Ahmedabad is the greatest MBA college in Ahmedabad. The following is a list of MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad:

Sl No.MBA CollegeType of MBA College
1Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIMA)Central Govt. Created IIM
2MICA AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College
3IRMA AnandAICTE Approved PGDM College
4Institute of Management, Nirma University (IMNU), AhmedabadMBA college of Nirma University
5Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India – EDII AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College
6Amrut Mody School of Management (AMSoM) – University of AhmedabadAhmedabad University MBA College
7Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management (AIIM) AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College
MICA Ahmedabad

MICA Ahmedabad

Approvals & Accreditation – AICTE, NBA Location – Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Course

PG Courses

Fees

21 Lakhs

Nirma University

Nirma University

Approvals & Accreditation – UGC, NBA, AIU Location – Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Course

MBA Courses

Fees

11.34 Lakhs

IIM Ahmedabad

IIM Ahmedabad

Approvals & Accreditation – MHRD Location – Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Course

MBA Courses

Fees

24.61 Lakhs

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad Fees

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad Fees range from INR 40,000 to INR 30 Lakhs. Indus University and Ahmedabad Management Association is the MBA college in Ahmedabad with low fees . There are MBA pricing alternatives ranging from low to expensive for getting an MBA in Ahmedabad. Here is a list of MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad and their fees:

MBA CollegeType of MBA CollegeMBA College Fee (Rs.in Lakhs)
Amrut Mody School of Management (AMSoM) – University of AhmedabadAhmedabad University MBA College3.07
Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management (AIIM) AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College7.6
Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India – EDII AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College11
Institute of Management, Nirma University (IMNU), AhmedabadMBA college of Nirma University10.52
IRMA AnandAICTE Approved PGDM College12.08
MICA AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College20
Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIMA)Central Govt. Created IIM23

MBA Government Colleges in Ahmedabad List 

Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University, IIM Ahmedabad, Rashtriya Raksha University,  Gujarat Technological University, and others are among the Top Government MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad. MBA Government Colleges in Ahmedabad charge fees ranging from INR 15,000 to INR 30,000. The following is a list of the MBA Government Colleges in Ahmedabad List, along with their fee structures:

College NameAverage Fees
IIM AhmedabadINR 28,00,000
Babasaheb Ambedkar Open UniversityINR 15,000
Gujarat Technological UniversityINR 20,000
Gujarat UniversityINR 18,100
Rashtriya Raksha UniversityINR 41,000

Private MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad

There are some of Private MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad such as Institute of Management, Nirma University, Amrut Mody School of Management and more. The Private University MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad offer high quality education with high placement cell. Here is the list of Private MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad which is given below:

Private MBA Colleges in AhmedabadCourse Fee (in INR)
Institute of Management, Nirma University8.14 L – 17.95 L
L.J. Institute of Management Studies1.5 L – 2.16 L
Amrut Mody School of Management3.04 L – 12.6 L
MICA21 L
ICFAI Business School (IBS), Ahmedabad8.03 L
BK School of Business Management13 K – 1 L

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad with Placement

Many famous companies visit MBA colleges in Ahmedabad during the placement season and make extra offers on campus. All of the best MBA programmes have a high percentage of placement. The placement seasons at these MBA colleges in Ahmedabad give high average salaries ranging from Rs.5 to 35 LPA in final placements. MBA in Ahmedabad provide good prospects for acquiring industrial experience and furthering one’s career. All of the best institutes in Ahmedabad have a 100% placement record for MBA students. Placements have been high in Ahmedabad, and MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad provide career-focused MBA courses. Here is the list of MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad with Placement which is given below:

MBA CollegeAverage Salary in Placement
(Rs. in Lakhs Per Annum)
Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIMA)25.83
MICA Ahmedabad12.8
IRMA Anand12.84
Institute of Management, Nirma University (IMNU), Ahmedabad9
Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India – EDII Ahmedabad
Amrut Mody School of Management (AMSoM) – University of Ahmedabad4
Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management (AIIM) Ahmedabad

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad with Cut off

MBA colleges in Ahmedabad have cut-offs ranging from 65 percentile to 98 percentile in various admission examinations for shortlisting, such as CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, MAT, and ATMA. IIM Ahmedabad is the best MBA college in Ahmedabad, having CAT cut-offs in the 98th percentile. Other well-known Ahmedabad MBA programmes, such as IRMA, MICA, and IMNU, have cut-offs in the 75-85 percentile range.

MBA CollegeCut off Percentile
Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIMA)98-99
MICA Ahmedabad80-85
IRMA Anand80-85
Institute of Management, Nirma University (IMNU), Ahmedabad75-80
Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India – EDII Ahmedabad70-75
Amrut Mody School of Management (AMSoM) – University of Ahmedabad70-75
Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management (AIIM) Ahmedabad65-70

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad Accepting CMAT Score

The National Testing Agency administers the Common Management Admission Test (CMAT), a national level admission exam (NTA). The test determines admission to MBA and PGDM programmes.

The test is held in January each year. The CMAT test costs INR 1600 for boys and INR 1000 for girls. There are 100 questions divided into four categories. The exam is three hours long in total.

More than 1000 colleges accept CMAT results. Some of the MBA colleges in Ahmedabad that accept CMAT results are as follows:

  • Shanti Business School Ahmedabad [SBS], Ahmedabad
  • Amrut Mody School of Management [AMSOM], Ahmedabad
  • Indus University, Ahmedabad
  • Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management [AIIM], Ahmedabad

MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad Accepting MAT Score

The majority of MBA colleges in Ahmedabad accepting MAT scores as part of their admissions shortlisting process. IIM Ahmedabad, MICA, IRMA, and IMNU, on the other hand, do not accept MAT test scores. EDII and AMSoM are two MBA programmes in Ahmedabad that accept MAT results.

MBA CollegeExpected MAT Cut Off
Amrut Mody School of Management Ahmedabad70-80
Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India – EDII Ahmedabad70-80
Narayana Business School, Ahmedabad60-70
St. Kabir Institute of Professional Studies – SKIPS Ahmedabad60-70
SBS Ahmedabad: Shanti Business School60-70

Top MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad without Entrance Exam

Without an entrance exam, direct MBA admission in Ahmedabad is available. MBA in Ahmedabad with a low Entrance Score is a good option for those who do not want to retake the admission test. In addition, if students are not interested in admission to top B-schools such as IIMs and others, direct MBA admission is a viable option. Here is a list of some of the MBA colleges in Ahmedabad without Entrance Exam and also offer Direct MBA Admission in Ahmedabad without an entrance exam. The same list is provided for MBA colleges in Ahmedabad that do not require the CAT or MAT-:

S.noMBA College in AhmedabadLocation in AhmedabadMBA/PGDM Fees Structure
1Institute of Management – Nirma University (IMNU) AhmedabadGota9.52
2MICA AhmedabadShela18.5
3Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India – EDI AhmedabadGandhinagar District5.84
4Amity Global Business School AhmedabadSafal Pegasus5.16 Lakh
5ICFAI Business School8.01 Lakh
6Shanti Business SchoolS.P Ring Road5.98 Lakh
7Unitedworld School of Business, Karnavati UniversityUvarsad6.20 Lakh
8Indus University1.56 Lakh
9Ganpat UniversityS.G Highway2.10 Lakh
10Rai UniversityDholka Taluka1.40 Lakh

Frequently Asked Questions about Top MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad

Q. What is the fees of MBA in Ahmedabad?

Ans. MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad Fees ranges between INR 40,000 – 30 Lakhs. Indus University and Ahmedabad Management Association is one of the MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad with low fees. There are a variety of MBA fee options for doing an MBA in Ahmedabad, ranging from low to high. Here is the list MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad Fees which is mentioned below:

MBA CollegeType of MBA CollegeMBA College Fee (Rs.in Lakhs)
Amrut Mody School of Management (AMSoM) – University of AhmedabadAhmedabad University MBA College3.07
Adani Institute of Infrastructure Management (AIIM) AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College7.6
Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India – EDII AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College11
Institute of Management, Nirma University (IMNU), AhmedabadMBA college of Nirma University10.52
IRMA AnandAICTE Approved PGDM College12.08
MICA AhmedabadAICTE Approved PGDM College20
Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (IIMA)Central Govt. Created IIM23

Q. Is Ahmedabad good for MBA?

Ans. Ahmedabad is one of the greatest locations in India to study an MBA degree since it is home to some of the top B-schools in terms of placements.

Q. How can I get admission in MBA in Ahmedabad?

Ans. Required Documents:

  • 10th Grade Mark Sheet & Certificate of Completion
  • 12th Grade Mark Sheet & Certificate of Completion
  • Certificates of Achievement
  • Admissions Card (Qualifying Exam)
  • Card of Rank (Qualifying Exam)
  • Photo ID is required.
  • Certificate of Category (if applicable)
  • Certificate of Character

Q. How many colleges are in Ahmedabad?

Ans. There are 57 Private MBA colleges in Ahmedabad and 5 Government MBA Colleges in Ahmedabad, out of 63 Best MBA colleges in Ahmedabad.  

Q. How can I do MBA in IIM Ahmedabad?

Ans. To be eligible for IIM Ahmedabad MBA admissions, an applicant must hold a bachelor’s degree or similar qualification from a UGC-recognized institution and have completed at least 12 years of schooling with a minimum of 50% aggregate or equivalent CGPA (45% for SC/ ST/ PwD students).

Top MBA Colleges in Kolkata Without Entrance Exam

Top MBA Colleges in Kolkata Without Entrance Exam

MBA is a two-year postgraduate program. Several entrance tests are held in India for admission to the best MBA institutions in Kolkata. Among them are the CAT, XAT, SNAP, CMAT, and others. An MBA can be pursued by students from any background. MBA in Human Resource Management, MBA in Rural Management, MBA in Banking & Finance Management, MBA in International Business, and additional specializations are available. There are multiple top MBA institutions in Kolkata from where students may apply for admission to various programs.

 AICTE approval is not required for MBA programmes in MBA colleges since they are not technical courses.  AICTE-approved PGDM programmes are also offered by top B schools in Kolkata.

Its primary goal is to prepare like-minded individuals for managerial positions in the real world. In corporate, immersing workers in the business side rather than the technical side allows for career growth, better positions, and more pay. In conclusion, MBA gives the required insights to assist operate a commercial firm effectively and also to deal with the vagaries of the corporate world.

List of government MBA colleges in Kolkata –

Because of its legendary history as the capital of West Bengal, Kolkata is one of India’s top MBA destinations. Kolkata MBA institutions provide high-quality MBA education as well as good placement outcomes. IIM Calcutta, the country’s first IIM, was also established in Kolkata. The Master of Business Administration, or MBA, is one of the most well-known post-graduate programs in Kolkata. A two-year curriculum can offer up a variety of prospects in the business sector.

Top Government MBA Colleges in India.

Top MBA CollegesNIRF Rankings 2021
Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad1
Indian Institute of Management Bangalore2
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta3

Here is a list of some of the MBA colleges Kolkata Direct Admission accepting low entrance scores and also provides Direct MBA Admission Kolkata Without Entrance Exam scores. The Same List follows for MBA colleges in Kolkata without CAT and MAT-:

MBA Colleges in KolkataCoursesfees Structure
Calcutta Business School (CBS)PGDM6.85 Lakh
Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI Kolkata)MSc2.85 Lakh
Globsyn Business School (GBS)PGDM6.75 Lakh
JIS UniversityMaster of Business Administration4.25 lakh
Narula Institute of TechnologyMBA4.16 Lakh
International Management Institute (IMI – K)PGDM14.67 lakh
Brainware UniversityMaster of Business Administration3.39 lakh
Eminent College of Management and Technology (ECMT)MBA1.54 Lakh
Regent Education & Research Foundation3.75 Lakh
Budge Budge Institute of Technology (BBIT)3.30 Lakh

MBA Colleges Kolkata Specializations : –

Among the specializations listed are a few,

  • Marketing
  • Human Resources
  • Finance
  • Operational Management
  • Digital Marketing.
  • International Business
  • Retail Management

Entrance Exams for Kolkata MBA Colleges

MBA entrance exams in Kolkata are required for MBA admission. In addition, Top MBA B School Kolkata provides MBA admission either associated with a common national level entrance test or conducts their own aptitude test to pick students for mba in the end.

Students applying to MBA B School Kolkata need to take either of the MBA Entrance Exams:

  • CAT – Common Admission Test
  • XAT – Xaviers Aptitude Test
  • MAT – Management Aptitude Test
  • CMAT – Common management Admission Test
  • ATMA – Aims Test for Management Admission

Eligibility for MBA Colleges Kolkata

For MBA there is an eligibility criteria in Kolkata requiring at least a 3-year Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any field recognized by the Association of Indian Universities/AICTE for admission to MBA Colleges in Kolkata.

Therefore, eligible for Post Graduate Studies or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of Human Resources Development, Government of India. Applicants who are in their final year of a Bachelor’s degree course or equivalent are also eligible. A MBA college in Kolkata must meet certain eligibility requirements

Top 10 MBA colleges in Kolkata

West Bengal features in the top five states for MBA in India as per students enthusiastically. This is mainly due to the many renowned MBA colleges that are located in Kolkata. Some of them include the Indian Institute of Management ( IIM Calcutta), the Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management ( IISWBM), and Vinod Gupta School of Management located at IIT Kharagpur as in The Institute of Engineering and Management (IEM).

Kolkata is one of the cities that have undergone modernization in India. This is why it is the home of one of the first management schools in India among them St. Xavier’s College, founded in the year 1860. Indian Institute of Foreign Trade ( IIFT) Kolkata was given its Kolkata campus in 1963. Both St Xavier’s and IIFT Kolkata remain the top choice on the ranking of the best MBA schools in Kolkata.

The well-known MBA schools within Kolkata include names such as IMI (established in 2010,), Globsyn Business School (established 2002), Praxis Business School (established 2007), Calcutta Business School (established in 2008) together with Heritage Business School (established 2003), Bengal Institute of Business Studies (established in 2008)

Admission requirements for the top MBA institutions in Kolkata

The majority of the top MBA colleges in Kolkata require a good score in CAT/MAT/XAT/GMAT/JEMAT. If you’re planning for one of the exams to qualify for admission, then examine the CAT percentiles, Math, XAT, and MAT.

Top MBA colleges in Kolkata

RankingName of the CollegeMBA Total Tuition Fees ( INR)
1Indian Institute of Management, (IIM) Calcutta15,15,000
2Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management, [IISWBM] Kolkata4,83,000
3Eastern Institute for Integrated Learning in Management, [EIILM] Kolkata4,95,000
4Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Institute of Management Science, Kolkata5,51,000
5Swami Vivekananda Institute of Science and Technology, Kolkata4,15,000

Best private MBA colleges in Kolkata

MBA Colleges in Kolkata with NIRF Ranking

Candidates can check the list of top MBA colleges in Kolkata with NIRF 2020.

Top MBA CollegesNIRF Ranking 2020
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta3
International Management Institute52

List of Top Private and Government MBA Colleges in Kolkata

There are approximately 85 MBA colleges in Kolkata that offer MBA courses, out of these 62 colleges are private, 9 are public, and the rest are public/private. Here is the list of some of the top private and public MBA colleges in Kolkata:

List of Private MBA Colleges in Kolkata

Private CollegesCourse Fee (in Rs)
Praxis Business School (PBS), Kolkata7.57 L
Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management (IISWBM), Kolkata75 K – 6 L
Adamas University5.17 L
NSHM Knowledge Campus, Kolkata6.15 L
Institute of Management Study (IMS), Kolkata2.35 L – 3.75 L

List of Public/Government Colleges in Kolkata

Public CollegesCourse Fee (in Rs)
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta, Kolkata16.2 L – 20 L
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), Kolkata16.25 L
Calcutta University16.51 K – 1.76 L
University of Kalyani (KU), Kolkata50 K
Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI), Kolkata5.18 L

There are three kinds of MBA Colleges in Kolkata – IIM Calcutta,  IIMs, AICTE-approved PGDM colleges such as IMI, Globsyn,  MDI, Calcutta Business School, and University MBA colleges such as IIFT, XBS, IISWBM,  IEM.  There have 71 private MBA Colleges in Kolkata and 15 government MBA colleges in Kolkata out of 86 MBA colleges in Kolkata. NSOU Kolkata offers the best distance learning MBA program in Kolkata. 

Some of these colleges are:

  • IIM Calcutta
  • Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
  • Praxis Business School
  • NSHM Knowledge Campus
  • Adamas University
  • Heritage Business School
  • Footwear Design and Development Institute
  • Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management
  • St Xavier’s University
  • Institute of Engineering and Management

The fees of around 36% of colleges range between Rs 3-5 lakh. Some of these colleges are:

  • Indian Maritime University
  • FBS – Future Business School
  • Brainware University
  • Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management
  • Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management
  • Swami Vivekananda Institute of Management & Computer Science
  • Calcutta Institute of Engineering & Management

Approximately 12% of MBA colleges have a moderately expensive fee structure that ranges between Rs 2-3 lakh. Some of these colleges are:

  • Calcutta Media Institute
  • Gandhi Institute of Management and Technology
  • Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management
  • International School of Hospitality Management
  • Eminent College of Management and Technology
  • Genesis Institute of Management and Technology

The fees of around 7% of colleges are between Rs 1-2 lakh. Some of these colleges are:

  • Eminent College of Management and Technology
  • Calcutta University
  • BSE Institute Limited Kolkata
  • Candid School of Communication
  • Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management

Only around 8% of MBA colleges in Kolkata are economical with a fee structure of less than Rs 1 lakh. These colleges are:

  • Calcutta University
  • University of Kalyani
  • Nightingale Institute of Management Studies
  • Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management
  • Hollywood Institute of Hotel Management

MBA in Kolkata with Fees

A wide range of MBA fee options for doing an MBA in Kolkata at low and high fees are available. The MBA in Kolkata fees has a wide range as there are colleges with low fees, moderate fees, and high MBA fees.

MBA CollegeType of MBA CollegeMBA College Fee
(Rs.in Lakhs)
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) CalcuttaCentral Govt. Created oldest IIM22.6
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) KolkataIIFT University MBA college16.5
International Management Institute (IMI) KolkataAICTE Approved PGDM College12.41
Management Development Institute (MDI) MurshidabadAICTE Approved PGDM College11.5
Indian Institute of Social Welfare & Business Management (IISWBM), KolkataAutonomous- Affiliated to Calcutta University6
Globsyn Business School (GBS) KolkataAICTE Approved PGDM College7.95
Calcutta Business School (CBS) KolkataAICTE Approved PGDM College6.85
Xavier Business School (XBS) KolkataSt.Xavier University MBA college10.4
Institute of Engineering & Management (IEM), KolkataAffiliated to Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT)6.4
Praxis Business School, KolkataAICTE Approved PGDM College9.27

List of government MBA colleges in Kolkata | MBA Colleges in Kolkata with Placement

The best MBA colleges have a high success in obtaining placements. The seasons for placements in these MBA colleges provide an average salary of an area between Rs.5 up to 20 LPA for final selections. Kolkata has numerous factories run by huge Indian companies that produce products that range from electronics to Jute. MBA students are able to get jobs in the IT Sector has also increased dramatically in Kolkata.

The largest MBA recruiters in the consulting industry Deloitte, Ernst & Young, Frost & Sullivan, Hewitt Associates, SAP, TCS, and Wipro, are located in Kolkata. MBA places in Kolkata have been very high and the MBA schools located in Kolkata provide a career-oriented MBA education.

MBA Placement 2019 data of MBA colleges in Kolkata show that the demand for MBA/PGDM professionals with a good academic record has grown and the average wage is higher than in previous years. With a placement rate of 100 percent, the median salary during the season of placement in all Kolkata MBA institutions is increasing each year.

MBA College | List of government MBA colleges in KolkataAverage Salary in Placement
(Rs. in Lakhs Per Annum)
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta25.36
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) Kolkata18.01
International Management Institute (IMI) Kolkata6.9
Management Development Institute (MDI) Murshidabad9.03
Indian Institute of Social Welfare & Business Management (IISWBM), Kolkata5.8
Globsyn Business School (GBS) Kolkata6
Calcutta Business School (CBS) Kolkata4.3
Xavier Business School (XBS) Kolkata
Institute of Engineering & Management (IEM), Kolkata5
Praxis Business School, Kolkata7.03

List of government MBA colleges in Kolkata | MBA Colleges in Kolkata with Cut off

MBA institutions in Kolkata with cut-offs vary from 60% to 99% in various admission examinations such as CAT, IIFT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, MAT, and ATMA for shortlisting. IIM Calcutta, MDI Murshidabad, and IMI Kolkata are the best MBA institutions in Kolkata having CAT cut-offs in the 85+ range. These are the only B-schools with a high cut-off among all MBA programs. Other prominent Kolkata MBA institutions with cut-offs in the 65-75 percentile range are IISWBM, GBS, CBS, and XBS. IIFT Kolkata is the only B-school that accepts only IIFT MBA (IB) entrance exam scores in the admission

MBA CollegeCut off Percentile
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta97-99
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) Kolkata95-97
International Management Institute (IMI) Kolkata84-86
Management Development Institute (MDI) Murshidabad85-87
Indian Institute of Social Welfare & Business Management (IISWBM), Kolkata70-75
Globsyn Business School (GBS) Kolkata70-75
Calcutta Business School (CBS) Kolkata70-75
Xavier Business School (XBS) Kolkata65-70
Institute of Engineering & Management (IEM), Kolkata65-70
Praxis Business School, Kolkata65-70

Some of the best MBA colleges in Kolkata with low fees are the University of Calcutta, NSOU Kolkata, and NIPM Kolkata. Colleges in this category offer MBA courses for INR 25,000 – 50,000. Pursuing MBA programs in Marketing, Taxation, Finance,  and Urban Planning are some of the specializations offered. IIM Kolkata is ranked 3rd by NIRF among the best MBA colleges in India. Among the top 10 MBA colleges in Kolkata are IMU Kolkata IIM Calcutta, and the University of Kolkata. MBA colleges in Kolkata with high placements and ROI offer lucrative programs. The best MBA colleges in Kolkata in terms of placement are IIFT Kolkata and IIM Kolkata. Top MBA exams like CAT, JEMAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, etc. are used to admit students to these colleges. The number of MBA colleges in Kolkata offering direct entrance without an entrance exam is quite small. The article also mentions the cutoff scores that MBA colleges in Kolkata accept.

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Mentioned below is the list of all the Top MBA Colleges in Kolkata. Find the MBA college best suited to your career aspiration needs from this list of Top MBA Colleges in Kolkata.

You will discover all of the information and requirements you need to become a proud student at one of these universities, which are ranked among the greatest colleges in the world. So, have a look at our list of Top MBA Colleges in Kolkata and chart your course to a bright future!

MBA courses in Kolkata have a 2-year postgraduate program in Business Administration.

MBA course fees in Kolkata can be discovered below followed by the  best MBA colleges in Kolkata with fees

Students who want to pursue their careers as entrepreneurs, business executives, technocrats, and managers must go for an MBA degree. The basic eligibility criteria to get admission to MBA colleges in Kolkata is a minimum of 50% marks at the graduation level from a recognized university and a good score in a state or national level entrance exam. The minimum cut-off marks for MBA colleges in Kolkata may differ from college to college. MBA colleges in Kolkata with course fees ranges from Rs 0.06 Lakhs to Rs 17.70 Lakhs

Management colleges in Kolkata Admission to the top MBA colleges in Kolkata are made based on the entrance exam conducted by colleges or common entrance tests like CAT, XAT, CMAT, and SNAP.MBA programs in Kolkata give you adequate knowledge of the business world and open gates to work in the management field. 

Best MBA colleges in Kolkata placement-wise after completing an MBA, students can get jobs as product managers, business analysts, financial analysts, sales managers, marketing managers, human resource managers, and much more.

Also, the post is the best guiding factor for MBA Aspirants and Working Executives Missing or scoring Less Marks in MBA Entrance Exams. It’s Mostly for Serious Candidates looking for Direct Admission MBA in Kolkata with a Low Entrance Score through Management Quota. Helping Students from wasting their Crucial Academic Year. Above all let them Pursue MBA from their Dream Specialization and College.

Therefore Direct MBA Admission to Kolkata without an Entrance Exam is possible. MBA Entrance Exams like MAT, CMAT, ATMA, CAT, XAT, Joint Entrance Management Aptitude Test (JEMAT), etc are few being accepted for MBA Colleges Kolkata Direct Admission. Also, the Selection Process for MBA Admission in Kolkata without an Entrance Exam is Dissimilar then with Entrance Exams. Therefore MBA Direct Admission in Kolkata leads to Successful Managers as it’s worth the Expense even through Management Quota.

Direct MBA admission to Kolkata without entrance exam. MBA in Kolkata with a low Entrance Score is a good option for those who prefer to opt-out of admission test re-preparation. Also, if students are not interested in admission to top B-schools like IIMs and others, then direct MBA admission is a positive option.

MBA Colleges in Kolkata Highlights | List of government MBA colleges in Kolkata 

ParametersParticulars/Statistics
Number of MBA Colleges in Kolkata95
FeesAnnual Fee more than 5 lakh- 37%
Annual Fee between Rs. 3-5 lakh- 36%
Annual Fee between 2-3 lakh- 12%
Annual Fee between 1-2 lakh- 7%
Annual Fee less than 1 lakh- 8%
Top SpecialisationsSales and Marketing

Finance

Human Resources

IT and Systems

Operations

Retail

Healthcare and Hospital

International Business

Business Analytics

Supply Chain
Admission ProcessEntrance Based- MAT, CAT, JEMAT, CMAT, XAT, ATMA, NMAT, FDDI AIST, etc.
Number of IIMsOne

Top 10 MBA Colleges in Kolkata | List of government MBA colleges in Kolkata 

The top 10 MBA colleges in Kolkata provide more MBA options with a high-quality education at a low cost and a high return on investment. The top ten MBA colleges in Kolkata are listed below, along with their tuition costs.

MBA CollegeAverage Annual Fees(INR)
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta23,00,000 (Total fees)
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) Kolkata9.39 Lakhs
International Management Institute (IMI) Kolkata6.51 Lakhs
Management Development Institute (MDI) Murshidabad6.68 Lakhs
Indian Institute of Social Welfare & Business Management (IISWBM), Kolkata3.09 Lakhs
Globsyn Business School (GBS) Kolkata7.95 Lakhs (Total fees)
Calcutta Business School (CBS) Kolkata3.50 Lakhs
Xavier Business School (XBS) Kolkata5.2 Lakhs
Institute of Engineering & Management (IEM), Kolkata3.2 Lakhs
Praxis Business School, Kolkata4.81 Lakhs

Top MBA Colleges in Kolkata with NIRF Ranking 2021 | List of government MBA colleges in Kolkata 

IIM Calcutta has been named the best MBA college in Kolkata by NIRF 2021. The institute is ranked third in the 2020 ranking, the same as it was in 2019. IMI was ranked 52nd in the 2021 Ranking, the same as it was in the 2020 Ranking. Many of the top MBA programs did not participate in the survey, and many of those that did were unable to make the top 100 list in the NIRF 2021 rankings. The table below shows the NIRF 2021 rankings for two Kolkata MBA colleges.

NIRF 2021 RankingCollege NameNIRF Score
3Indian Institute of Management Calcutta80.04
52International Management Institute47.48

MBA Colleges in Kolkata with Fees | List of government MBA colleges in Kolkata 

The MBA colleges in Kolkata provide better facilities and highly qualified faculty. In addition, Kolkata is home to some of the MBA colleges in India, with average tuition fees ranging from INR 8,000 to INR 25,000. The following are the MBA colleges in Kolkata with fees:

Best MBA colleges in KolkataAverage Annual Fees (INR)
Department of Business Management, University of Calcutta, KolkataINR 16,508 (Total Fees)
Netaji Subhas Open University – [NSOU], KolkataINR 18,000 (Total Fees)
International School of Business & Media – [ISB&M], KolkataINR 8,00,000
St. Xavier’s University – [SXUK], KolkataINR 5,20,000
Praxis Business School, KolkataINR 4,81,000
Bengal Institute of Business Studies – [BIBS], KolkataINR 5,98,000 (Total Fees)
IQ City United World School of Business – [IQ City UWSB], KolkataINR 6,30,000 (Total Fees)
Calcutta Business School – [CBS], KolkataINR 3,62,500
Indian Institute of Management – [IIMC], KolkataINR 27,00,000
International Management Institute- [IMI], KolkataINR 6,50,900

Government MBA Colleges in Kolkata | List of government MBA colleges in Kolkata 

The list of Government MBA colleges in Kolkata fees is provided below.

Name of the CollegeAverage Annual Fees(INR)
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta23,00,000 (Total fees)
Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata10,00,000
Vinod Gupta School of Management, IIT Kharagpur5.72 Lakhs
NIT Durgapur – National Institute of Technology96,000
Indian Institute of Social Welfare & Business Management (IISWBM), Kolkata3.09 Lakhs
Department of Business Management, University of Calcutta16,500
MAKAUT Kolkata1.00 Lakhs
NIPER Kolkata1.65 Lakhs
WBUHS Kolkata1.2 Lakhs
IBRAD Kolkata1.1 Lakhs

Private MBA Colleges in Kolkata

Here is the list of the Private MBA Colleges in Kolkata which is given below:

Private CollegesCourse Fee (in Rs)
Praxis Business School (PBS), Kolkata7.57 L
Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management (IISWBM), Kolkata75 K – 6 L
Adamas University5.17 L
NSHM Knowledge Campus, Kolkata6.15 L
Institute of Management Study (IMS), Kolkata2.35 L – 3.75 L

Cheapest MBA Colleges in Kolkata

There are the Cheapest MBA Colleges in Kolkata. They provide good placement with a low fee structure. It is quite difficult to find a good college with low fees at these MBA colleges in Kolkata, as their course fees range from Rs 0.06 Lakhs to Rs 17.70 Lakhs. Here is the list of Cheapest MBA Colleges in Kolkata which is given below:

Name of CollegeCourse fees
(in Rs.)
IISWBM KolkataRs. 3.65 lakhs
NSHM KolkataRs. 6.68 lakhs
FIEM KolkataRs. 4.96 lakhs
Department of Business Management, University of CalcuttaRs. 0.06 lakhs
IBM KolkataRs. 3.90 lakhs
St Mary’s Technical Campus, KolkataRs. 1.20 lakhs
Institute of International Trade, KolkataRs. 3.50 lakhs
Institute of Management Study, KolkataRs. 3.75 lakhs
Brainware University, KolkataRs. 3.80 lakhs

MBA Colleges in Kolkata without Entrance Exam

The entrance exam scores are used to determine admission to the majority of India’s top MBA colleges. However, some students are unable to take the entrance exams or do not receive sufficient marks to be admitted. In such cases, aspirants can enroll in colleges that offer direct admission. The following are the MBA colleges in Kolkata without entrance exam

Name of MBA college or universityFee Structure
Techno India University, Kolkata
Pailan College of Management and Technology3.60 lakhs
Centre for Management Studies, JIS College of Engineering, Kalyani, Kalyani4.98 Lakhs
Heritage Business School6.93 Lakhs
Jyotirmoy School of Business (JSB, Kolkata)4.25 lakhs
Institute of Business Management and Research (IBMR Kolkata)3.75 Lakhs
University of Engineering and Management (UEM)4.50 Lakhs
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Institute of Management Science (BVBIMS)5.51 Lakhs
Institute of Engineering and Management4.50 Lakhs
IMS Business School3 Lakhs

Is MBA Direct Admission in Kolkata, West Bengal a good option?

Kolkata is a Multi-culture and Bilingual capital city of West Bengal where it houses fortune Companies. Therefore a most preferred Destination route to Success among Aspiring MBA Students.

Direct MBA admission Kolkata is offering private B-School, College, and privately deemed universities.

Finally, the MBA Direct admission in Kolkata option is good for those who do not want to migrate to far-off places to pursue an MBA course. So as to study in fewer fees Structure and save hostel expenses.

MBA Direct Admission in Kolkata Courses, Fees, and Colleges:

MBA Direct Admission in Kolkata

Here is a list of MBA colleges in Kolkata. Direct Admission accepts poor admission scores and also offers Direct MBA Admission Kolkata without the need for an entrance exam. The same list is provided for MBA institutions in Kolkata that do not require the CAT or MAT-:

MBA Colleges in KolkataCoursesfees Structure
Calcutta Business School (CBS)PGDM6.85 Lakh
Footwear Design & Development Institute (FDDI Kolkata)MSc2.85 Lakh
Globsyn Business School (GBS)PGDM6.75 Lakh
JIS UniversityMaster of Business Administration4.25 lakh
Narula Institute of TechnologyMBA4.16 Lakh
International Management Institute (IMI – K)PGDM14.67 lakh
Brainware UniversityMaster of Business Administration3.39 lakh
Eminent College of Management and Technology (ECMT)MBA1.54 Lakh
Regent Education & Research Foundation3.75 Lakh
Budge Budge Institute of Technology (BBIT)3.30 Lakh

*Disclaimer:-

Please note (very important for everyone ) that all colleges on the list are not offering management seating quotas. Admission is solely on merit. So We provide MBA/PGDM Admission subject to the availability of management quota/institute level and Free vacant seats in Private Colleges/Universities/institutes. 

The list above of Top MBA Colleges is for solely listing purposes. They recruit students following the correct selection process and do not offer MBA Direct Admission to Kolkata or grant Direct MBA Admission without Entrance Examination. Students must go to college themselves to apply for admission. Students who are interested in admission to MBA with low entry scores in Kolkata might even have to take a college self-aptitude test.

ROI of Top MBA Colleges in Kolkata

The term “return on investment” refers to the benefit of placements split by the program costs. Candidates can know the colleges which have a high or low return on investment. It is critical for students to know the institute/college to apply to.

College NameCourse Fee in Rs.Average salary (in Rs LPA)
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) Kolkata18.25 lakhs18.01
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta20 – 24 lakhs25.36
International Management Institute (IMI) Kolkata13 lakhs6.9
Management Development Institute (MDI) Murshidabad10.42 lakhs9.03
Indian Institute of Social Welfare & Business Management (IISWBM), Kolkata75 k – 6 lakhs5.8

People Also Ask – 

Q. What are the different specializations offered in MBA colleges in Kolkata?

Ans. The top 10 specializations offered in MBA colleges in Kolkata are given below in the article.

Q. Which is the best college for MBA in Kolkata based on placements?

The top 5 MBA colleges in Kolkata based on placements are:

  1. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta.
  2. Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) Kolkata
  3. International Management Institute (IMI) Kolkata.
  4. Management Development Institute (MDI) Murshidabad.
  5. Indian Institute of Social Welfare & Business Management (IISWBM), Kolkata

Q. How many MBA colleges are there in Kolkata?

Ans. 91 MBA Colleges in Kolkata.

Q. Which college is best for an MBA govt or private?

Ans. But that definitely doesn’t mean that government MBA colleges are below par with private MBA colleges.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q. Which college has the best placement for MBA in Kolkata?

MBA CollegeAverage Salary in Placement (Rs. in Lakhs Per Annum)
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta25.36
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) Kolkata18.01
International Management Institute (IMI) Kolkata6.9
Management Development Institute (MDI) Murshidabad9

Q. Which government MBA college has the best placement? 

Ans. Top government MBA colleges in India according to placements

  • Indian Institute of Management. Ahmadabad. 
  • Indian Institute of Management. Bangalore. 
  • Indian Institute of Management. Calcutta. 
  • Indian Institute of Management. Lucknow. 
  • FMS. Delhi. 
  • Management Development Institutes. 
  • Indian Institute of Management. 
  • Jamnalal Bajaj Institute.

Q. What are the various specializations that are offered by MBA schools located in Kolkata?

Ans. The top 10 specializations that are offered by MBA institutions in Kolkata include:

  • Sales and Marketing
  • Finance
  • Human Resources
  • IT and Systems
  • Operations
  • Retail
  • Healthcare and Hospital
  • International Business
  • Business Analytics
  • Supply Chain

Q. Which is the top college to study MBA in Kolkata Based on how many students are enrolled?

Ans. The top five MBA institutions in Kolkata Based on placements:

  • Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Kolkata
  • Future Business School, Kolkata
  • Adamas University, Kolkata
  • Praxis Business School, Kolkata
  • IMI Kolkata

5. What are the possible job descriptions after you have completed your MBA?

Ans. Some of the career opportunities provided after completion of an MBA include:

  • Finance Manager
  • Marketing Manager
  • Sales Manager
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Product Manager
  • Data Analytics Manager
  • Digital Marketing Manager
  • Advertising Sales Manager
  • NGO Manager

Q. How much is the expected cost for the study of an MBA at Kolkata?

Ans. It is estimated that getting an MBA in Kolkata isn’t cheap since 37% of the schools charge more than 5 lakh. Some of these colleges include:

  • IIM Calcutta
  • Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Praxis Business School
  • NSHM Knowledge Campus
  • Adamas University
  • Heritage Business School
  • Footwear Design and Development Institute
  • Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business Management
  • St. Xavier’s University
  • Institute of Engineering and Management

Q. What are the most sought-after tests to be able to pass MBA candidates in Kolkata?

Ans. Different exams that are accepted for admission to Kolkata in order to qualify for MBA admissions are MAT, the CAT exam, JEMAT, CMAT, ATMA, XAT FDDI AIST WLCI Aptitude Test, Amity JEE score, etc.

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Ans. NBS Ahmedabad has designed the curriculum of various courses in such a way that students get practical knowledge. Therefore, case studies are included in the curriculum.

Q. What are the different activities conducted by NBS Ahmedabad to enhance students’ knowledge?

Ans. To enhance students’ knowledge, NBS Ahmedabad conducts Industrial Visits, Knowledge Fest, and Workshops.

Q. Is Narayana Business School good?

AnsNBS Ahmedabad Admission

The good campus, infrastructure, and facilities are friendly. Overall it is good. Placements: Placements are great. There are 100% placements.

Q. How can I get admission to Narayana Business School?

AnsNarayana Business School PGDM Admission 2022

Admission to the PGDM program is based on CMAT/ CAT/ MAT/ XAT/ NBSAT score followed by a GDPI round. The school also considers the academic performance and prior work experience of the candidates. The minimum mark required in NBSAT is 60% for admission.

Q. Is Narayana Business School AICTE approved?

Ans. The Narayana Business School, Ahmedabad was established in 2001. NBS is approved by AICTE and recognized by UGC. The institute maintains a distinctive course curriculum program to provide quality education to its students to make them future leaders.

NBSAT 2022 was conducted on January 30, 2022, and the merit list was released on February 1, 2022. The GD/PI will be conducted by the institute now for admission to MBA programs. Read all about NBSAT 2022 below including the application process, exam pattern, result, admission criteria, and fees.

What is NBSAT?

In order to gain admission to its PGDM/MBA programs, Narayana Business School conducts a common entrance test called NBSAT. Online proctored NBSAT tests are available from home and last two hours. It is a two-hour test with questions in Quantitative Techniques (QT), Data Interpretation & Data Adequacy (DI & DA), Vocabulary & Analytical Reasoning (AR), and Reading Comprehension (RC).

NBSAT Applications Open – Apply Now

NBSAT 2022 Highlights

FeaturesDetails
Exam nameNarayana Business School Admission Test (NBSAT)
Conducting InstituteNarayan Business School
Exam Date30-Jan-2022
Exam Timing11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Exam ModeProctored online
Exam FeesINR 1,000
Exam Syllabus● Quantitative Techniques
● Data Interpretation & Data Adequacy
● Vocabulary & Analytical Reasoning
● Reading Comprehension
Courses offered through NBSAT● PGDM (Data Science & Analytics)
● PGDM (Quantitative Finance)
● PGDM (Dual Specialisation)
● MBA+PGPCE
Contact number844 8444 981
Exam Websitehttps://nbsat.nbs.edu.in/

NBSAT 2022 Eligibility Criteria

  1. A graduate from a recognized university or institution must have a minimum average of 50 percent (45 percent for SC/ST)
  2. Applicants appearing for their final year of bachelor’s degrees or equivalent qualifications are also eligible
  3. For the PGDM-DS-A program, candidates must have studied Mathematics/Statistics at the 12th-grade level. An IT engineering degree, computer application degree, or statistics degree would be advantageous.
  4. Candidates for the PGDM-QF program must have studied Mathematics/Statistics at the Class 12 level. A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Statistics, or Economics would be an advantage.

NBSAT 2022 Important Dates

NBSAT 2022 EventsNBSAT 2022 Dates
Last date to register26-Jan-2022
NBSAT 2021 exam30-Jan-2022
Release of Merit List1-Feb-2022

NBSAT 2022 Selection and Shortlisting Process

NBS selection and shortlisting process for MBA/PGDM process include NBSAT, Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI). The candidates who will qualify for NBSAT 2021, will be shortlisted for GD/PI basis of their test scores. The cut-off for shortlisting is 60 percent in NBSAT but it may vary in different programs based on the candidate’s overall NBSAT score.

It is mandatory for the shortlisted candidates to appear for GD/PI to be eligible for admission. The final merit list will be released post-GD/PI round.

Evaluation Criteria:

ParameterWeightage
NBSAT score (out of 100, scaled down to 50 marks)50
Academic performance and work experience20
Group Discussion15
Personal Interview15
Total100

NBSAT 2022 Exam Centers

Since NBSAT is a home-based online test, the candidates do not need to commute to any particular exam center. However, they are required to obey the instructions given by the authorities conducting the exams.

Here are the guidelines for the NBSAT 2022 exam day:

  • The candidate must report online by 10:45 AM to undergo user ID, password, and ID proof verification.
  • After 11.00 AM, no candidate will be allowed to appear for the NBSAT 2022.
  • The duration of the test is 120 minutes.
  • The NBSAT 2022 will automatically close at the end of 120 minutes. NO EXTRA TIME, under any circumstances, will be given to a candidate.
  • The candidate found using unfair means will forfeit their chance of admission and will be debarred from receiving the NBSAT 2022 scores.

NBSAT Results 2022

Results of the NBSAT will be announced on the official website of NBS. The authorities will not release the NBSAT answer key, and the scores published are not subject to change to any appeal or revaluation. The cut-off set for the exam by NBS is 60% to ensure admission to the NBA. Candidates can check their results on the official website by following these steps:

  • Log on to the NBSAT website.
  • Click on NBSAT 2022 result/scorecard tab.
  • Enter login username and password.
  • Check the scorecard and click on download.
  • Take a printout of the NBSAT 2022 scorecard/result.

NBSAT 2022 Selection Process

After the results, shortlisted candidates will need to go through the Personal Interview and Group Discussion based on their overall NBSAT score. The dates for this process will be intimated directly to them by NBS. It is mandatory to attend GD-PI to be eligible for admission to any UG programs.

Only the candidates who have undergone NBSAT + GD-PI would be considered eligible for generation of final merit, wait and reject list. The candidate who remains absent for any one of the components will automatically be ineligible for the selection process.

Here are the selection criteria and the weightage.

NBSAT Score (Scaled down to 50, out of 100)50
Academic Performance and Work Experience20
Group Discussion15
Personal Interview15
Total100

NBSAT Contact Details

In case of doubts or queries, the candidates can use the below-mentioned details to reach out to the concerned authorities:

  • Address: Narayana Business School
  • Sarkhej Bavla Road, Nr. Santhal Cir,
  • Santhal, Ahmedabad, Gujarat – 382210
  • Contact Number: 844 8444 981
  • Email Address: admission@nbs.edu.in

Frequently Asked Questions:-

Q1. When is the NBSAT 2022 exam?

AnsNBSAT 2022 was held online proctored from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM on January 30, 2022.

Q2. When is the application deadline for NBSAT 2022?

Ans. The application deadline for NBSAT 2022 was January 26, 2022. To be eligible to take the exam, candidates had to apply before the deadline.

Q3. Which courses accept NBSAT scores for admission?

Ans. The NBSAT is required for admission to the PGDM (Data Science & Analytics), PGDM (Quantitative Finance), PGDM (Dual Specialisation), and MBA+PGPCE programs.

Q4. What is the NBS selection process for PGDM/MBA?

Ans. The NBS PGDM/MBA selection procedure involves the NBSAT, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview. Academic records and employment experience (if any) are also considered for final selection.

Q5. Is work experience mandatory for NBSAT 2022?

Ans. No, work experience is not mandatory for NBSAT 2022 or the selection process. However, it can be of advantage at the time of final selection.

Q6. What is the minimum cut-off for admission through NBSAT?

AnsAdmission via NBSAT requires a minimum cut-off score of 60, which means candidates who score 60 or higher will be considered for the second round of admission (GD/PI).

Q7. Will NBS release answer keys for NBSAT 2022?

Ans. Answer keys for NBSAT 2022 will not be released by NBS. NBSAT results will be released after the exam.

Q8. Will NBSAT 2022 be delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic?

Ans. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, NBSAT 2022 was delayed since it is an online proctored test that is taken from a home on a desktop or laptop with a webcam.

Q9. What is the exam pattern of NBSAT?

Ans. NBSAT consists of 100 objective-type questions in Quantitative Techniques, Data Interpretation, Vocabulary, and Analytical Reasoning. There will be one mark per question. 120 minutes are allotted for the test.

Q10. What are the NBSAT 2022 application fees?

Ans. It costs INR 1,000 to apply for NBSAT 2022. In order to pay the fee, you must use a debit/credit card or a net banking account.

MBA Entrance Exam 2022

MBA Entrance Exam 2022

CATMATCMATXAT, SNAP, NMATIIFT, MAH CET,  and other MBA entrance exam in India include: IIM supervised CAT is the most popular MBA entrance test in India, with over 1,200 MBA institutions selecting applicants for admission based on their performance in this exam. Following CAT, the NTA’s CMAT is the second most popular MBA entry test. CMAT scores are recognised by over 1,000 MBA programmes in India. XAT, which is administered by XLRI Jamshedpur, is the third most popular MBA entry test. Over 8,000 MBA institutions in India recognise the XAT score. You’ve come to the correct place if you’re seeking for up-to-date information about MBA Entrance Exams for Admission 2022. This post will inform you about all the major MBA Exams, Deadlines, and Registration Procedures.

MBA Admission 2022 is now available at hundreds of good B-schools such as BIMTECH and IMT Nagpur for the next few days. The MBA entrance exam open for admission in 2022 are listed below. Many of these tests have open registration and application dates, however the exam conducting organisation has yet to give notification for some of them.

MBA Entrance Exam in India

The registration and application procedure for MAT May 2022, which offers admission to 400 MBA institutions; and TSICET 2022, which offers MBA admission to top Telangana university colleges, is available for the next few days. MAH CET 2022 registration is currently concluded, offering admission opportunities at JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, and 330+ MBA institutes in Maharashtra. TANCET 2022, which offered admission to low-fee MBA courses in Tamil Nadu, has ended. The CMAT 2022 result, which offers admission to 1000+ AICTE-approved MBA programmes, has been revealed, and CMAT-accepting colleges are closing their application deadlines soon. Here is the list of MBA Entrance Exam in India which is listed below:

MBA ExamLast Date to ApplyExam Date
CMAT 2022March 17, 2022April 9, 2022 (Result Out)
MAT May 2022PBT-1: May 10, 2022
PBT-2: May 23, 2022
IBT: May 11 to May 26, 2022
CBT-1: May 10, 2022
CBT-2: May 23, 2022
PBT-1 May 15, 2022
PBT-2: May 28, 2022
IBT: May 14 to May 29, 2022
CBT-1: May 15, 2022
CBT-2: May 28, 2022
MAH CET 2022May 11, 2022August 23, 24 & 25 in multiple slots
TANCET 2022April 21, 2022May 14, 2022 (2.30PM to 4.30PM)
ATMA May 2022May 22, 2022May 29, 2022
TS ICET 2022June 27, 2022July 27 & 28, 2022 in multiple slots
TISSNET 2022 (Closed)February 10, 2022February 26, 2022
NMAT 2021 (Closed)January 9, 2022January 11 to 15, 2022 (Result Out)
CAT 2021 (Closed)September 22, 2021November 28, 2021 (Result Out)
SNAP 2021 (Closed)November 30, 2021December 19, 2021; January 8 & 16, 2022 (Result Out)

Top MBA Entrance Exam in India for Admission

Here are the crucial features of the Top MBA Exams for admission to top MBA institutions in India in 2022. They are classified into three types:

  • National level MBA Exams
  • Institute level MBA test
  • State level MBA exams

National level MBA Exams

MBA Exam dates and schedule, as well as MBA Entrance Exam Calendar, are provided here.

Name of the National MBA ExamMBA Entrance Exam DateTop MBA colleges accepting Exam
Common Admission Test (CAT) 2022November 27, 2022 (Tentative)IIMs, FMS Delhi, SPJIMR, MDI, IITs, IMI, IMT
Xavier Aptitude Test – XAT 2023January 1, 2023(Tentative)XLRI, XIMB, IMT, TAPMI, K J Somaiya
NMAT by GMAC 2022-23October 14 to December 27, 2022NMIMS, ISB-APPBA, SPJIMR-PGMPW, TAPMI-Mu Sigma, XUB, VIT Vellor, SD Bacconi Asia Centre
SNAP 2023Third week of December 2023SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, SIOM & 12 Other Symbiosis colleges
CMAT 2023last week of January 2023GIM Goa, K J Somaiya, IFMR, Welingkar, Jaipuria, N L Dalmia
MAT 2022PBT-1: May 15, 2022
PBT-2: May 28, 2022
CBT-1: May 15, 2022
CBT-2: May 28, 2022
JAGSoM, IPE Hyderabad, Jaipuria, BIMTECH (Specialized PGDM), JIMS, NDIM
ATMA 202229th May 2022Welingkar, CIMR, SOIL, IMS
GMAT 2022Available Round the yearSPJIMR, IMI, IMT, XIMB, TAPMI, FORE, LBSIM, GIM Goa

Institute level MBA test

The institute level MBA admission tests are administered by specialised management institutes that do not accept other entrance exam scores. The majority of these tests were held in 2021, with others held in 2022. From August through October, notifications for the top institute level MBA entrance examinations – IIFT, TISSNET, IRMASAT, and MICAT – are published. TISSNET dates have been announced, whereas IIFT and IBSAT dates will expire in December 2021. Individual dates and schedules for various MBA entrance tests for admission 2022 are being revealed.Show 102550100 entriesSearch:

Name of the Institute level MBA Entrance ExamExam DatesTop MBA Institute Accepting Exam score
IIFT MBA (IB) 2022-23 Entrance ExamFirst week of December 2022Indian Institute of Foreign Trade-Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada
TISSNET 2023Third/Fourth week of February 2023Tata Institute of Social Science (TISS) all campuses
IBSAT 2022-234th week of December, 20229 ICFAI B-Schools
MICAT 2022-23Date for MICAT I-First week of December 2022
Date for MICAT II-Last week of January 2023
MICA Ahmedabad
KIITEE Management 2023Jan-23KIIT School of Management (KSOM) Bhubaneswar
IRMASAT 2022-23Every year in the month of februaryIRMA Anand

State level MBA exams

State level MBA admission examinations are conducted by specialised state CET cells such as DTE Maharashtra’s CET Cell, Karnataka KEA, and private MBA entrance test conducting organisations such as KMAT Karnataka. University B-schools and private PGDM institutions are among the MBA schools that accept these admission test results. The notice for the MBA Entrance Examinations for Admission 2022 for these state level exams will be issued shortly.Show 102550100 entriesSearch:

State Level MBA Entrance ExamDates of MBA Entrance ExamTop MBA College Accepting Exam Score
MAH CET 20231st week of July 2023JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, N L Dalmiya, SIES, CIMR
Karnataka PGCET 202221-Aug-22IBA, AIMS, Alliance, ABBS, Kristu Jayanti
TANCET 2023March 2023 (4th week)Anna University, Tamilnadu, Madras University, SRM University, SSN School of Management Chennai, Hallmark Business School Trichy, St Josephs School of Management, Trichy, PSGIM Coimbatore
TS ICET 2022August 19/20, 2022Kakatiya University (KU); Osmania University (OU); Telangana University (TU); Satavahana University (SU)
KMAT 2022Sep-5IBA, AIMS, Alliance, ABBS, Kristu Jayanti

MBA Entrance Exam Date 2022

Here is the list of MBA Entrance Exam Date 2022 along with the Last to apply MBA Entrance Exam for admission which is mentioned below:Show 102550100 entriesSearch:

Name of the National MBA ExamMBA Entrance Exam DatesMBA Entrance Exam Last Date to Apply
Common Admission Test (CAT) 202227-Nov-222nd week of September 2022
Xavier Aptitude Test – XAT 20221-Jan-23November/December 2022
NMAT by GMAC 2022-23October 14, 2022-December 27, 2022November 11, 2022-November 15, 2022
IIFT 2023December, 2022October, 2022
SNAP 2023Third week of December 2022 (first session)
First week of January 2023 (second session)
Second week of January 2023 (third session)
Third week of November 2023
CMAT 2023Jan-23Nov-22
MAT 2022 (May)PBT-1: May 15, 2022
PBT-2: May 28, 2022
9-May-22
ATMA 2022 (May)29-May-2222nd May 2022
GMAT 2022Available Round the yearAvailable all the time

MBA Entrance Exam 

Typically, each test is broken into three to four sections: verbal, mathematical, reasoning, and general knowledge (in some cases). Before you begin your study, it is critical that you understand the exam’s major themes. We have gathered the syllabus for the top 10 MBA admission tests in great detail here.

Entrance Exam SyllabusDescription
CAT SyllabusLearn about the list of important topics for all three sections of CAT.
XAT SyllabusKnow about the topics that make up the complete XAT syllabus.
IIFT SyllabusIIFT syllabus comprises of various topics for the four main sections of the exam.
NMAT SyllabusGo through the comprehensive list of essential topics for NMAT.
SNAP SyllabusAn overview of crucial topics for each section of SNAP.
CMAT SyllabusA detailed list of chapters to go through before appearing for CMAT.
MAT SyllabusGet acquainted with the exhaustive list of topics for MAT syllabus.
IBSAT SyllabusReview the section-wise breakup and analysis of IBSAT syllabus.
TISS-NET SyllabusList of major topics to prepare for TISS-NET.
MH-CET SyllabusCritical areas to ace for MH-CET exam.

MBA Colleges Accepting various Entrance Exams

Here is the list of MBA Colleges Accepting various Entrance Exams which is mentioned below

MBA Entrance ExamsTop Institutes Accepting Exam Score
CAT20 IIMs, FMS, MDI, SPJIMR, IITs, IMI, IMT, TAPMI, K J Somaiya + 500 Others
XATXLRI, IMT, XIMB, XIME, GIM, Great Lakes, TAPMI, FORE, LIBA + 140 Others
SNAPSIBM Pune, SCMHRD, + 13 Other top Symbiosis Institutes
NMAT by GMACNMIMS Mumbai + 20 other MBA colleges & Universities
IIFT3 Campuses of IIFT at Delhi, Kolkata and Kakinada
CMATK J Somaiya, Great Lakes, BIMTECH, GIM, VIT and all the Institutes and Universities offering AICTE approved MBA/PGDM programs
IBSATIBS Hyderabad & all the other 8 campuses of ICFAI B-Schools
MAT300 MBA/PGDM colleges across India
ATMAMore than 200 MBA/PGDM colleges in India
TISSNETTata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai and all its campuses

MBA Entrance Exams Application Form Fees

The MBA entrance exam fee for the next MBA admission tests has increased for certain examinations, while the MBA entrance exam fee for many other MBA entrance exams has remained same from previous year. The table below shows the cost of each MBA entrance test application form:Show 102550100 entriesSearch:

MBA Entrance ExamsMBA Entrance Exam Fee (General category)MBA Entrance Exam Fee (Reserved category)
CATRs.2200/-Rs.1100/-
XATRs.1800/-Rs.1800/-
IIFTRs.2500/-Rs.1000/-
NMAT by GMACRs.2300/-Rs.2300/-
SNAPRs.1950/-Rs.1950/-
CMATRs.2000/-Rs. 1000/-
MAH CETRs.1000/-Rs. 800/-
MATRs.1650/-Rs.1650/-
IBSATRs.1800/-Rs.1800/-
TISSNETRs.1030/-Rs. 500/-

CAT 2022

IIM Ahmedabad held the Common Admission Test, often known as CAT, on November 28, 2021. CAT is India’s most popular MBA entrance exam for admission to 20 IIMs, SPJIMR, FMS Delhi, IIT DoMs, MDI, and 500+ MBA colleges. The following are the CAT 2022 essential dates, such as the CAT notification date, the CAT exam date, and other activities linked to the CAT exam 2022:

EventsCAT Important Dates
CAT Notification Date 2022July 31, 2022
CAT Registration Start DateAugust 5, 2022
Last Date to Apply for CAT exam 2022September 15, 2022
CAT 2022 Registration & Application FeeRs.2300/-
CAT 2022 Admit card Download Start dateOctober 25, 2022
Last Date for CAT 2022 Admit Card DownloadNovember 27, 2022
CAT 2022 Exam dateNovember 27, 2022
CAT 2022 Result dateJanuary 5, 2023

MAT 2022

After the CAT, the Management Aptitude Test, often known as the MAT Exam, is one of the most popular national level MBA entrance examinations in India. The MAT test is given four times a year, in February, May, September, and December. The test leads to admission to more than 400 MBA/PGDM colleges that recognise MAT exam scores. The May MAT exam is divided into two paper-based examinations, two computer-based exams at test centers, and one proctored internet-based test that may be taken from home. The May MAT exam dates are May 14 through May 29, 2022. Learn everything there is to know about the MAT, including how to register, how to prepare, which colleges accept the MAT, and much more.

MAT Exam Date 2022Dates & Schedule for MAT Paper Based TestDates for MAT Computer Based testMAT IBT Exam Dates & Schedule
MAT May 2022 last date to applyPBT-1: May 11, 2022
PBT-2: May 23, 2022
CBT-1: May 11, 2022
CBT-2: May 23, 2022
In different phases – May 11 to May 26, 2022
Admit card Download start datePBT-1: May 12, 2022
PBT-2: May 25, 2022
CBT-1: May 12, 2022
CBT-2: May 25, 2022
In different phases from May 12 to May 27, 2022
Last Date for Admit Card downloadPBT-1: May 15, 2022
PBT-2: May 28, 2022
CBT-1: May 15, 2022
CBT-2: May 28, 2022
May 14 to May 29, 2022
Exam DatePBT-1: May 15, 2022
PBT-2: May 28, 2022
CBT-1: May 15, 2022
CBT-2: May 28, 2022
May 14 to May 29, 2022
Result DateJune 5, 2022June 5, 2022June 5, 2022
Score Card Download StartsJune 5, 2022June 5, 2022June 5, 2022
Last date to download Score CardAvailable for one yearAvailable for one yearAvailable for one year

XAT 2022

Xavier Aptitude Test, often known as XAT, is an important MBA Entrance Exam for Admission to XLRI, XIMB, TAPMI, and 150+ MBA Colleges in India. Every year, over a million individuals from all fields, including engineering, commerce, humanities, science, and law, apply and take the XAT test to gain admission to one of these top B-schools’ MBA programmes. XAT 2022 will take place on January 2, 2022. XAT is held yearly by XLRI Jamshedpur and is hence referred to as XLRI-XAT.

XAT exam yearXAT 2022XAT 2021XAT 2020
Test Duration3 Hours 10 Minutes:
9.30AM to 12.40PM
3 Hours:9.30AM to 12.30PM3 Hours:9.30AM to 12.30 PM
Number of Sections544
Number of Questions10110099
Type of QuestionsMCQs-100; Descriptive-1MCQsMCQs
Subjective Answer Questions1 (Essay Writing Test)NoNo
Maximum marks100 (Essay Evaluation after shortlisting by XLRI)10099
Penalty for Leaving Questions Unattempted0.10 Negative marks penalty for every unattempted question after 8 unattempted questionsNot Announced0.10 Negative marks penalty for every unattempted question after 8 unattempted questions

CMAT 2022

The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a government-sponsored computer-based national level MBA entrance test for admission to 1000 AICTE-approved management programmes (MBA/PGDM) in India. CMAT is a computer-based test administered by the National Testing Agency. All AICTE-Approved Institutions/University Departments/Constituent Colleges/Affiliated Colleges accept CMAT scores, including JBIMS, SIMSREE, K J Somaiya Mumbai, Welingkar Mumbai, PUMBA Pune, Great Lakes Chennai, and BIMTECH Greater Noida. The CMAT test was scheduled for April 9, 2022.

Top MBA/PGDM collegesAICTE MBA/PGDM Programs offeredCMAT 2022 Cut off Score/Rank
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai/GurgaonPGPM & PGDMBelow 5000 Rank for Chennai Campus
Below 10000 Rank for Gurgaon campus
Welingkar Institute of Management, Mumbai/BengaluruPGDM (E-Business Research & Business Analytics)For Mumbai: 225 CMAT Score
For Bengaluru: 211 CMAT score
IMT NagpurPGDMUpto 5100 Rank in CMAT 2022
BIMTECH Greater NoidaPGDMFor PGDM: 240 CMAT Score
For PGDM-IB: 220 CMAT Score
For PGDM IBM: 150 CMAT score
For PGDM RM: 150 CMAT score

NMAT 2022

NMAT is a national level MBA entrance exam that leads to admission to prominent MBA institutions such as NMIMS Mumbai, SPJIMR, ISB, VIT, and XIMB, among 30 other institutes and universities in India. GMAC is the exam governing authority for the NMAT. The NMAT test was scheduled to take place between October 14 and December 27, 2021. From January 11 to 15, 2022, an extra NMAT testing window with admission opportunities to NMIMS Mumbai was offered. NMAT is offered in two formats: online proctored test and online exam, with 73 exam centres located in 68 locations.

NMAT Exam ActivityStart DateLast Date
NMAT 2022 Registration & Application Process (Without Late fee)August 3, 2022November 10, 2022
Facility to choose NMAT 2022 Exam Date – NMAT SchedulingAugust 3, 2022November 17, 2022
NMAT by GMAC Late Registration datesNovember 11, 2022November 15, 2022
NMAT Exam Re-scheduling DatesAugust 3, 2022December 24, 2022
NMAT 2022 Exam DatesOctober 14, 2022December 27, 2022
NMAT 2022 Registration for
Re-take of Exam
October 15, 2022December 24, 2022
NMAT Retake Exam SchedulingOctober 15, 2022December 24, 2022
NMAT 2022 Date of Result DeclarationScore card available 48 hours after taking the NMAT examNMAT result will have scores only. Percentile scores may not be available in the score card
NMAT 2022 Exam Last date for score card downloadMarch 31, 2023

SNAP 2022

The SNAP MBA Entrance Exam is required for admission to 16 Symbiosis Institutes in India. Every year, Symbiosis International University (SIU) Pune holds the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test, often known as SNAP, as a computer-based test. More than 2,500 MBA seats are available at Symbiosis institutions. SNAP’s question paper layout has shifted from paper to computer throughout the years. SNAP 2021 was administered as a computer-based test on three dates: December 19, 2021; January 8 and 16, 2022.

SNAP 2022 Exam ActivityExpected SNAP Dates
SNAP Notification 2022 ReleaseAugust 30, 2022
SNAP Registration start dateAugust 31, 2022
Last date to ApplyNovember 30, 2022
SNAP 2022 Exam Registration FeeRs.1950/-
Last date to Pay Exam FeeNovember 30, 2022
Symbiosis Institute Programme Registration FeeRs.1000/- per programme, per institute
SNAP 2022 Admit Card download Starts
(On snaptest.org)
SNAP-1: December 4, 2022 (Exam on Dec 18, 2022)
SNAP-2: December 23, 2022 (Exam on Jan 8,2023)
SNAP-3: January 3, 2023 (Exam on Jan 16, 2023)
Last date for SNAP Admit Card downloadTill Exam Date
SNAP 2022 Exam Dates, Test Duration and Time1 hour duration exam:
SNAP-1: Dec 18, 2022 (From 2PM to 3PM)
SNAP-2: Jan 8, 2023 (From 10AM to 11AM)
SNAP-3: Jan 16, 2023 (From 10AM to 11AM)
SNAP 20221 Result dateFebruary 1, 2023

ATMA 2022

The AIMS Test for Management Admissions (ATMA) is one of India’s most popular national level MBA admission tests. ATMA test results are recognised by over 200 MBA/PGDM universities in India. ATMA is a reliable, thorough, and single-window admissions test for Post-Graduate Management Programs such as MBA, PGDM, MCA, MMS, and other management postgraduate degrees. ATMA’s May 2022 exam is set to take place at test centres. It is a nationally recognised online objective type admission exam. The May ATMA test is set for May 29, 2022.

MAH CET 2022

MAH CET 2022 is an essential MBA entrance test for admission to Maharashtra’s MBA colleges. Its results are approved by around 330 MBA institutions, including some of the top, such as JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, and K J Somaiya. The test is planned from August 23 to 25, 2022, and is administered by the Maharashtra CET Cell.

ActivityMAH CET Important DateComments
MAH CET 2022 Notification ReleaseMarch 16, 2022Contains MAH CET 2022 Regn Schedule
MAH CET Registration Start DateMarch 17, 2022Only Online Registration
MAH CET Registration & Exam FeeRs.1000 for Open category
Rs.800 for Reserved category
Fee to be paid Online only
Last date to apply for MAH CET 2022May 11, 2022, till 11.59 PMExtended from earlier April 20
MAH CET Admit card Download StartsJuly 25, 2022Available through Candidate Login
Last Date for Printing of MAH CET Application FormJuly 30/31, 2022Download from MAH CET website
Last date to Download MAH CET Admit CardAugust 23, 24, 25, 2022Last date of MAH CET exam
MAH CET 2022 Exam DateAugust 23, 24 & 25, 2022Computer Based Test in Multiple sessions (2 sessions on each day)
MAH CET 2022 Result DeclarationSeptember 5/6, 2022Result with Score Card is available on official MAH CET website

TISSNET 2022

TISS-NET is a computer-based National Entrance Test for admission to Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) Mumbai’s Masters (M.A.) programmes. Tata Institute of Social Sciences M.A. programmes are highly sought after Masters Degree programmes for those pursuing careers in management and other fields. TISS administered the TISSNET 2022 exam on February 26, 2022 as a computer-based examination lasting 100 minutes.

Sr No.TISSNET 2022 ActivityTISSNET 2022 Important Dates
ITISSNET 2022 Notification ReleaseDecember 17, 2021
IIAdmission 2022 Application OpensDecember 17, 2021 (5 PM onwards)
IIILast Date for Online form APPLICATION / REGISTRATION for All Master’s programmesFebruary 10, 2022
IIIALast Date to Complete Application form for already registered candidatesFebruary 11, 2022 till 11.59 PM
IVOnline Pre-admission orientation Programme for SC/ST/OBC/Minority and PWD candidates will be held at Mumbai/Tuljapur/Hyderabad and Guwahati CampusesFebruary 12-13, 2022
VIssue of TISS-NET Hall Ticket Online (TISSNET 2022 Admit Cards)February 14, 2022 onwards
VILast Date to Download TISSNET Hall Ticket 2022February 21, 2022
VIITISSNET 2022 Exam DateFebruary 26, 2022 (2 PM to 3.40 PM)
VIIIAnnouncement of TISS-NET 2022 Result
(Candidates who appeared for the national entrance test will have to visit the TISS website and login to download your score card.)
March 26, 2022
IXTISSMAT/TISSNET and Online Assessment dates for programmes offered at Mumbai, Tuljapur, Hyderabad, Guwahati and BALM, Chennai Campuses.May 24 to June 11, 2022

PGCET 2022

Karnataka PGCET is a prominent MBA entrance test for admission to Karnataka MBA institutions. PGCET is open to Karnataka state and all India applicants. The MBA PGCET exam is administered by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) for MBA/MCA and other postgraduate programmes offered by Karnataka government institutions and private institutes. The Karnataka MBA entrance exam is of moderate difficulty.

Karnataka PGCET 2021 Entrance Exam ActivityKarnataka PGCET Dates
Revised Exam Notification DateSeptember 21, 2021
Exam Registration Re-open dateSeptember 27, 2021
Last date to Apply for PGCET 2021October 3, 2021 upto 6.30PM
Karnataka PGCET Application feeRs.650/-
Last date to pay PGCET fees in the BankOctober 5, 2021 in Banking hours
Karnataka PGCET Admit Card (Hall ticket) down load start dateNovember, 2021 first week, 4 PM onwards
Last Date for Karnataka PGCET Admit Card DownloadNovember 21, 2021
Karnataka PGCET 2021 Exam DateNovember 21, 2021 (2.30PM to 4.30PM)
Declaration of PGCET Answer Key 2021November 26, 2021
Declaration of PGCET 2021 ResultsDecember 10, 2021

TANCET 2022

TANCET is a test administered by Anna University for MBA/MCA admission in the state of Tamil Nadu in 2022. TANCET 2022 took place on May 14, 2022. A good TANCET result allows admission to MBA, MCA, and other PG programmes at notable universities connected with Anna University in Tamil Nadu, as well as other MBA institutes. One of the most important aspects of the TANCET entrance test is that it leads to admission to B-schools with inexpensive tuition.

TANCET 2022 Exam ActivityTANCET 2022 Exam Dates & Fee
TANCET 2022 Exam: Online Registration startsMarch 30, 2022 (10 AM)
Last date to apply for TANCET 2022April 21, 2022 (4 PM)
TANCET 2022 Exam Registration fee for MBA entrance examRs.800/- for General category
Rs.400/- for reserved category (SC/SCA/ST belonging to Tamilnadu)
Checking final status of TANCET 2022 ApplicationApril 18, 2022
TANCET 2022 Admit Card Download Start DateMay 2, 2022
Last date to download TANCET 2022 Admit CardMay 14, 2022
TANCET Exam Date 2022 for MBAMay 14, 2022 (Saturday)
TANCET 2022 Exam: Time duration2.30 PM to 4.30PM
TANCET 2022 Answer key ReleaseMay 17, 2022
TANCET 2022 Result DateOn or Before June 10, 2022

Frequently Asked Questions:

Which MBA entrance exam is best?

Ans. Typically, each test is broken into three to four sections: verbal, mathematical, reasoning, and general knowledge (in some cases). Before you begin your study, it is critical that you understand the exam’s major themes. We have gathered the syllabus for the top 10 MBA admission tests in great detail here.

Entrance Exam SyllabusDescription
CAT SyllabusLearn about the list of important topics for all three sections of CAT.
XAT SyllabusKnow about the topics that make up the complete XAT syllabus.
IIFT SyllabusIIFT syllabus comprises of various topics for the four main sections of the exam.
NMAT SyllabusGo through the comprehensive list of essential topics for NMAT.
SNAP SyllabusAn overview of crucial topics for each section of SNAP.
CMAT SyllabusA detailed list of chapters to go through before appearing for CMAT.
MAT SyllabusGet acquainted with the exhaustive list of topics for MAT syllabus.
IBSAT SyllabusReview the section-wise breakup and analysis of IBSAT syllabus.
TISS-NET SyllabusList of major topics to prepare for TISS-NET.
MH-CET SyllabusCritical areas to ace for MH-CET exam.

Is CAT compulsory for MBA?

Ans. No, the CAT or CMAT test is not required for an MBA. There are a number of alternative MBA entry tests similar to/equivalent to CAT, such as XAT. NMAT for NMIMS, TISS, SNAP for Symbiosis, IIFT, CET for Maharashtra institutions, MICA, and other institutes have their own admission tests.

Is GMAT better than CAT?

Ans. In conclusion, the GMAT stands out as the superior alternative between GMAT and CAT due to its larger global acceptability, lower opportunity cost, and higher return on investment, as well as its expanding admittance to executive MBA programmes at IIMs and a few other Indian B-schools.

What is CMAT exam?

Ans. The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a government-sponsored computer-based national level MBA entrance test for admission to 1000 AICTE-approved management programmes (MBA/PGDM) in India. CMAT is a computer-based test administered by the National Testing Agency. All AICTE-Approved Institutions/University Departments/Constituent Colleges/Affiliated Colleges accept CMAT scores, including JBIMS, SIMSREE, K J Somaiya Mumbai, Welingkar Mumbai, PUMBA Pune, Great Lakes Chennai, and BIMTECH Greater Noida. The CMAT test was scheduled for April 9, 2022.

Top MBA/PGDM collegesAICTE MBA/PGDM Programs offeredCMAT 2022 Cut off Score/Rank
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai/GurgaonPGPM & PGDMBelow 5000 Rank for Chennai Campus
Below 10000 Rank for Gurgaon campus
Welingkar Institute of Management, Mumbai/BengaluruPGDM (E-Business Research & Business Analytics)For Mumbai: 225 CMAT Score
For Bengaluru: 211 CMAT score
IMT NagpurPGDMUpto 5100 Rank in CMAT 2022
BIMTECH Greater NoidaPGDMFor PGDM: 240 CMAT Score
For PGDM-IB: 220 CMAT Score
For PGDM IBM: 150 CMAT score
For PGDM RM: 150 CMAT score

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MBA Entrance Exam 2022

CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, SNAP, NMAT, IIFT, MAH CET,  and other MBA entrance exam in India include: IIM supervised CAT is the most popular MBA entrance test in India, with over 1,200 MBA institutions selecting applicants for admission based on their performance in this exam. Following CAT, the NTA’s CMAT is the second most popular MBA entry test. CMAT scores are recognized by over 1,000 MBA programmes in India. XAT, which is administered by XLRI Jamshedpur, is the third most popular MBA entry test. Over 8,000 MBA institutions in India recognize the XAT score. You’ve come to the correct place if you’re seeking for up-to-date information about MBA Entrance Exams for Admission 2022. This post will inform you about all the major MBA Exams, Deadlines, and Registration Procedures.

MBA Admission 2022 is now available at hundreds of good B-schools such as BIMTECH and IMT Nagpur for the next few days. The MBA entrance exam open for admission in 2022 are listed below. Many of these tests have open registration and application dates, however the exam conducting organization has yet to give notification for some of them.

MBA Entrance Exam in India

The registration and application procedure for MAT May 2022, which offers admission to 400 MBA institutions; and TSICET 2022, which offers MBA admission to top Telangana university colleges, is available for the next few days. MAH CET 2022 registration is currently concluded, offering admission opportunities at JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, and 330+ MBA institutes in Maharashtra. TANCET 2022, which offered admission to low-fee MBA courses in Tamil Nadu, has ended. The CMAT 2022 result, which offers admission to 1000+ AICTE-approved MBA programmes, has been revealed, and CMAT-accepting colleges are closing their application deadlines soon. Here is the list of MBA Entrance Exam in India which is listed below:

MBA ExamLast Date to ApplyExam Date
CMAT 2022March 17, 2022April 9, 2022 (Result Out)
MAT May 2022PBT-1: May 10, 2022
PBT-2: May 23, 2022
IBT: May 11 to May 26, 2022
CBT-1: May 10, 2022
CBT-2: May 23, 2022
PBT-1 May 15, 2022
PBT-2: May 28, 2022
IBT: May 14 to May 29, 2022
CBT-1: May 15, 2022
CBT-2: May 28, 2022
MAH CET 2022May 11, 2022August 23, 24 & 25 in multiple slots
TANCET 2022April 21, 2022May 14, 2022 (2.30PM to 4.30PM)
ATMA May 2022May 22, 2022May 29, 2022
TS ICET 2022June 27, 2022July 27 & 28, 2022 in multiple slots
TISSNET 2022 (Closed)February 10, 2022February 26, 2022
NMAT 2021 (Closed)January 9, 2022January 11 to 15, 2022 (Result Out)
CAT 2021 (Closed)September 22, 2021November 28, 2021 (Result Out)
SNAP 2021 (Closed)November 30, 2021December 19, 2021; January 8 & 16, 2022 (Result Out)
XAT 2022 (Closed)December 10, 2021January 2, 2022 (Result Out)
IIFT 2022 Closed)October 25, 2021December 5, 2021 (Result Out)
IBSAT 2021 (Closed)December 16, 2021December 25 & 26, 2021 (Result Out)

Top MBA Entrance Exam in India for Admission

Here are the crucial features of the Top MBA Exams for admission to top MBA institutions in India in 2022. They are classified into three types:

  • National level MBA Exams
  • Institute level MBA test
  • State level MBA exams

1. National level MBA Exams

MBA Exam dates and schedule, as well as MBA Entrance Exam Calendar, are provided here.

Name of the National MBA ExamMBA Entrance Exam DateTop MBA colleges accepting Exam
Common Admission Test (CAT) 2022November 27, 2022 (Tentative)IIMs, FMS Delhi, SPJIMR, MDI, IITs, IMI, IMT
Xavier Aptitude Test – XAT 2023January 1, 2023(Tentative)XLRI, XIMB, IMT, TAPMI, K J Somaiya
NMAT by GMAC 2022-23October 14 to December 27, 2022NMIMS, ISB-APPBA, SPJIMR-PGMPW, TAPMI-Mu Sigma, XUB, VIT Vellor, SD Bacconi Asia Centre
SNAP 2023Third week of December 2023SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, SIOM & 12 Other Symbiosis colleges
CMAT 2023last week of January 2023GIM Goa, K J Somaiya, IFMR, Welingkar, Jaipuria, N L Dalmia
MAT 2022PBT-1: May 15, 2022
PBT-2: May 28, 2022
CBT-1: May 15, 2022
CBT-2: May 28, 2022
JAGSoM, IPE Hyderabad, Jaipuria, BIMTECH (Specialized PGDM), JIMS, NDIM
ATMA 202229th May 2022Welingkar, CIMR, SOIL, IMS
GMAT 2022Available Round the yearSPJIMR, IMI, IMT, XIMB, TAPMI, FORE, LBSIM, GIM Goa

2. Institute level MBA test

The institute level MBA admission tests are administered by specialised management institutes that do not accept other entrance exam scores. The majority of these tests were held in 2021, with others held in 2022. From August through October, notifications for the top institute level MBA entrance examinations – IIFT, TISSNET, IRMASAT, and MICAT – are published. TISSNET dates have been announced, whereas IIFT and IBSAT dates will expire in December 2021. Individual dates and schedules for various MBA entrance tests for admission 2022 are being revealed.

Name of the Institute level MBA Entrance ExamExam DatesTop MBA Institute Accepting Exam score
IIFT MBA (IB) 2022-23 Entrance ExamFirst week of December 2022Indian Institute of Foreign Trade-Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada
TISSNET 2023Third/Fourth week of February 2023Tata Institute of Social Science (TISS) all campuses
IBSAT 2022-234th week of December, 20229 ICFAI B-Schools
MICAT 2022-23Date for MICAT I-First week of December 2022
Date for MICAT II-Last week of January 2023
MICA Ahmedabad
KIITEE Management 2023Jan-23KIIT School of Management (KSOM) Bhubaneswar
IRMASAT 2022-23Every year in the month of februaryIRMA Anand

3. State level MBA exams

State level MBA admission examinations are conducted by specialised state CET cells such as DTE Maharashtra’s CET Cell, Karnataka KEA, and private MBA entrance test conducting organisations such as KMAT Karnataka. University B-schools and private PGDM institutions are among the MBA schools that accept these admission test results. The notice for the MBA Entrance Examinations for Admission 2022 for these state level exams will be issued shortly.

State Level MBA Entrance ExamDates of MBA Entrance ExamTop MBA College Accepting Exam Score
MAH CET 20231st week of July 2023JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, N L Dalmiya, SIES, CIMR
Karnataka PGCET 202221-Aug-22IBA, AIMS, Alliance, ABBS, Kristu Jayanti
TANCET 2023March 2023 (4th week)Anna University, Tamilnadu, Madras University, SRM University, SSN School of Management Chennai, Hallmark Business School Trichy, St Josephs School of Management, Trichy, PSGIM Coimbatore
TS ICET 2022August 19/20, 2022Kakatiya University (KU); Osmania University (OU); Telangana University (TU); Satavahana University (SU)
KMAT 20225-Sep-22IBA, AIMS, Alliance, ABBS, Kristu Jayanti

MBA Entrance Exam Date 2022

Here is the list of MBA Entrance Exam Date 2022 along with the Last to apply MBA Entrance Exam for admission which is mentioned below:

Name of the National MBA ExamMBA Entrance Exam DatesMBA Entrance Exam Last Date to Apply
Common Admission Test (CAT) 202227-Nov-222nd week of September 2022
Xavier Aptitude Test – XAT 20221-Jan-23November/December 2022
NMAT by GMAC 2022-23October 14, 2022-December 27, 2022November 11, 2022-November 15, 2022
IIFT 2023December, 2022October, 2022
SNAP 2023Third week of December 2022 (first session)
First week of January 2023 (second session)
Second week of January 2023 (third session)
Third week of November 2023
CMAT 2023Jan-23Nov-22
MAT 2022 (May)PBT-1: May 15, 2022
PBT-2: May 28, 2022
9-May-22
ATMA 2022 (May)29-May-2222nd May 2022
GMAT 2022Available Round the yearAvailable all the time

MBA Entrance Exam 

Typically, each test is broken into three to four sections: verbal, mathematical, reasoning, and general knowledge (in some cases). Before you begin your study, it is critical that you understand the exam’s major themes. We have gathered the syllabus for the top 10 MBA admission tests in great detail here.

Entrance Exam SyllabusDescription
CAT SyllabusLearn about the list of important topics for all three sections of CAT.
XAT SyllabusKnow about the topics that make up the complete XAT syllabus.
IIFT SyllabusIIFT syllabus comprises of various topics for the four main sections of the exam.
NMAT SyllabusGo through the comprehensive list of essential topics for NMAT.
SNAP SyllabusAn overview of crucial topics for each section of SNAP.
CMAT SyllabusA detailed list of chapters to go through before appearing for CMAT.
MAT SyllabusGet acquainted with the exhaustive list of topics for MAT syllabus.
IBSAT SyllabusReview the section-wise breakup and analysis of IBSAT syllabus.
TISS-NET SyllabusList of major topics to prepare for TISS-NET.
MH-CET SyllabusCritical areas to ace for MH-CET exam.

MBA Colleges Accepting various Entrance Exams

Here is the list of MBA Colleges Accepting various Entrance Exams which is mentioned below:

MBA Entrance ExamsTop Institutes Accepting Exam Score
CAT20 IIMs, FMS, MDI, SPJIMR, IITs, IMI, IMT, TAPMI, K J Somaiya + 500 Others
XATXLRI, IMT, XIMB, XIME, GIM, Great Lakes, TAPMI, FORE, LIBA + 140 Others
SNAPSIBM Pune, SCMHRD, + 13 Other top Symbiosis Institutes
NMAT by GMACNMIMS Mumbai + 20 other MBA colleges & Universities
IIFT3 Campuses of IIFT at Delhi, Kolkata and Kakinada
CMATK J Somaiya, Great Lakes, BIMTECH, GIM, VIT and all the Institutes and Universities offering AICTE approved MBA/PGDM programs
IBSATIBS Hyderabad & all the other 8 campuses of ICFAI B-Schools
MAT300 MBA/PGDM colleges across India
ATMAMore than 200 MBA/PGDM colleges in India
TISSNETTata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai and all its campuses
TISSNETIRMA Anand
MICATMICA Ahmedabad
KIITEE ManagementKIIT School of Management; KIIT School of Rural Management

MBA Entrance Exams Application Form Fees

The MBA entrance exam fee for the next MBA admission tests has increased for certain examinations, while the MBA entrance exam fee for many other MBA entrance exams has remained same from previous year. The table below shows the cost of each MBA entrance test application form:

MBA Entrance ExamsMBA Entrance Exam Fee (General category)MBA Entrance Exam Fee (Reserved category)
CATRs.2200/-Rs.1100/-
XATRs.1800/-Rs.1800/-
IIFTRs.2500/-Rs.1000/-
NMAT by GMACRs.2300/-Rs.2300/-
SNAPRs.1950/-Rs.1950/-
CMATRs.2000/-Rs. 1000/-
MAH CETRs.1000/-Rs. 800/-
MATRs.1650/-Rs.1650/-
IBSATRs.1800/-Rs.1800/-
TISSNETRs.1030/-Rs. 500/-
MICATRs.1985/-Rs.1985/-
KIITEE ManagementRs.1250/-Rs.1250/-

CAT 2022

IIM Ahmedabad held the Common Admission Test, often known as CAT, on November 28, 2021. CAT is India’s most popular MBA entrance exam for admission to 20 IIMs, SPJIMR, FMS Delhi, IIT DoMs, MDI, and 500+ MBA colleges. The following are the CAT 2022 essential dates, such as the CAT notification date, the CAT exam date, and other activities linked to the CAT exam 2022:

EventsCAT Important Dates
CAT Notification Date 2022July 31, 2022
CAT Registration Start DateAugust 5, 2022
Last Date to Apply for CAT exam 2022September 15, 2022
CAT 2022 Registration & Application FeeRs.2300/-
CAT 2022 Admit card Download Start dateOctober 25, 2022
Last Date for CAT 2022 Admit Card DownloadNovember 27, 2022
CAT 2022 Exam dateNovember 27, 2022
CAT 2022 Result dateJanuary 5, 2023

MAT 2022

After the CAT, the Management Aptitude Test, often known as the MAT Exam, is one of the most popular national level MBA entrance examinations in India. The MAT test is given four times a year, in February, May, September, and December. The test leads to admission to more than 400 MBA/PGDM colleges that recognise MAT exam scores. The May MAT exam is divided into two paper-based examinations, two computer-based exams at test centres, and one proctored internet-based test that may be taken from home. The May MAT exam dates are May 14 through May 29, 2022. Learn everything there is to know about the MAT, including how to register, how to prepare, which colleges accept the MAT, and much more.

MAT Exam Date 2022Dates & Schedule for MAT Paper Based TestDates for MAT Computer Based testMAT IBT Exam Dates & Schedule
MAT May 2022 last date to applyPBT-1: May 11, 2022
PBT-2: May 23, 2022
CBT-1: May 11, 2022
CBT-2: May 23, 2022
In different phases – May 11 to May 26, 2022
Admit card Download start datePBT-1: May 12, 2022
PBT-2: May 25, 2022
CBT-1: May 12, 2022
CBT-2: May 25, 2022
In different phases from May 12 to May 27, 2022
Last Date for Admit Card downloadPBT-1: May 15, 2022
PBT-2: May 28, 2022
CBT-1: May 15, 2022
CBT-2: May 28, 2022
May 14 to May 29, 2022
Exam DatePBT-1: May 15, 2022
PBT-2: May 28, 2022
CBT-1: May 15, 2022
CBT-2: May 28, 2022
May 14 to May 29, 2022
Result DateJune 5, 2022June 5, 2022June 5, 2022
Score Card Download StartsJune 5, 2022June 5, 2022June 5, 2022
Last date to download Score CardAvailable for one yearAvailable for one yearAvailable for one year

XAT 2022

Xavier Aptitude Test, often known as XAT, is an important MBA Entrance Exam for Admission to XLRI, XIMB, TAPMI, and 150+ MBA Colleges in India. Every year, over a million individuals from all fields, including engineering, commerce, humanities, science, and law, apply and take the XAT test to gain admission to one of these top B-schools’ MBA programmes. XAT 2022 will take place on January 2, 2022. XAT is held yearly by XLRI Jamshedpur and is hence referred to as XLRI-XAT.

XAT exam yearXAT 2022XAT 2021XAT 2020
Test Duration3 Hours 10 Minutes:
9.30AM to 12.40PM
3 Hours:9.30AM to 12.30PM3 Hours:9.30AM to 12.30 PM
Number of Sections544
Number of Questions10110099
Type of QuestionsMCQs-100; Descriptive-1MCQsMCQs
Subjective Answer Questions1 (Essay Writing Test)NoNo
Maximum marks100 (Essay Evaluation after shortlisting by XLRI)10099
Penalty for Leaving Questions Unattempted0.10 Negative marks penalty for every unattempted question after 8 unattempted questionsNot Announced0.10 Negative marks penalty for every unattempted question after 8 unattempted questions

CMAT 2022

The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a government-sponsored computer-based national level MBA entrance test for admission to 1000 AICTE-approved management programmes (MBA/PGDM) in India. CMAT is a computer-based test administered by the National Testing Agency. All AICTE-Approved Institutions/University Departments/Constituent Colleges/Affiliated Colleges accept CMAT scores, including JBIMS, SIMSREE, K J Somaiya Mumbai, Welingkar Mumbai, PUMBA Pune, Great Lakes Chennai, and BIMTECH Greater Noida. The CMAT test was scheduled for April 9, 2022.

Top MBA/PGDM collegesAICTE MBA/PGDM Programs offeredCMAT 2022 Cut off Score/Rank
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai/GurgaonPGPM & PGDMBelow 5000 Rank for Chennai Campus
Below 10000 Rank for Gurgaon campus
Welingkar Institute of Management, Mumbai/BengaluruPGDM (E-Business Research & Business Analytics)For Mumbai: 225 CMAT Score
For Bengaluru: 211 CMAT score
IMT NagpurPGDMUpto 5100 Rank in CMAT 2022
BIMTECH Greater NoidaPGDMFor PGDM: 240 CMAT Score
For PGDM-IB: 220 CMAT Score
For PGDM IBM: 150 CMAT score
For PGDM RM: 150 CMAT score

NMAT 2022

NMAT is a national level MBA entrance exam that leads to admission to prominent MBA institutions such as NMIMS Mumbai, SPJIMR, ISB, VIT, and XIMB, among 30 other institutes and universities in India. GMAC is the exam governing authority for the NMAT. The NMAT test was scheduled to take place between October 14 and December 27, 2021. From January 11 to 15, 2022, an extra NMAT testing window with admission opportunities to NMIMS Mumbai was offered. NMAT is offered in two formats: online proctored test and online exam, with 73 exam centres located in 68 locations.

NMAT Exam ActivityStart DateLast Date
NMAT 2022 Registration & Application Process (Without Late fee)August 3, 2022November 10, 2022
Facility to choose NMAT 2022 Exam Date – NMAT SchedulingAugust 3, 2022November 17, 2022
NMAT by GMAC Late Registration datesNovember 11, 2022November 15, 2022
NMAT Exam Re-scheduling DatesAugust 3, 2022December 24, 2022
NMAT 2022 Exam DatesOctober 14, 2022December 27, 2022
NMAT 2022 Registration for
Re-take of Exam
October 15, 2022December 24, 2022
NMAT Retake Exam SchedulingOctober 15, 2022December 24, 2022
NMAT 2022 Date of Result DeclarationScore card available 48 hours after taking the NMAT examNMAT result will have scores only. Percentile scores may not be available in the score card
NMAT 2022 Exam Last date for score card downloadMarch 31, 2023

SNAP 2022

The SNAP MBA Entrance Exam is required for admission to 16 Symbiosis Institutes in India. Every year, Symbiosis International University (SIU) Pune holds the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test, often known as SNAP, as a computer-based test. More than 2,500 MBA seats are available at Symbiosis institutions. SNAP’s question paper layout has shifted from paper to computer throughout the years. SNAP 2021 was administered as a computer-based test on three dates: December 19, 2021; January 8 and 16, 2022.

SNAP 2022 Exam ActivitiyExpected SNAP Dates
SNAP Notification 2022 ReleaseAugust 30, 2022
SNAP Registration start dateAugust 31, 2022
Last date to ApplyNovember 30, 2022
SNAP 2022 Exam Registration FeeRs.1950/-
Last date to Pay Exam FeeNovember 30, 2022
Symbiosis Institute Programme Registration FeeRs.1000/- per programme, per institute
SNAP 2022 Admit Card download Starts
(On snaptest.org)
SNAP-1: December 4, 2022 (Exam on Dec 18, 2022)
SNAP-2: December 23, 2022 (Exam on Jan 8,2023)
SNAP-3: January 3, 2023 (Exam on Jan 16, 2023)
Last date for SNAP Admit Card downloadTill Exam Date
SNAP 2022 Exam Dates, Test Duration and Time1 hour duration exam:
SNAP-1: Dec 18, 2022 (From 2PM to 3PM)
SNAP-2: Jan 8, 2023 (From 10AM to 11AM)
SNAP-3: Jan 16, 2023 (From 10AM to 11AM)
SNAP 20221 Result dateFebruary 1, 2023

ATMA 2022

The AIMS Test for Management Admissions (ATMA) is one of India’s most popular national level MBA admission tests. ATMA test results are recognised by over 200 MBA/PGDM universities in India. ATMA is a reliable, thorough, and single-window admissions test for Post-Graduate Management Programs such as MBA, PGDM, MCA, MMS, and other management postgraduate degrees. ATMA’s May 2022 exam is set to take place at test centres. It is a nationally recognised online objective type admission exam. The May ATMA test is set for May 29, 2022.

MAH CET 2022

MAH CET 2022 is an essential MBA entrance test for admission to Maharashtra’s MBA colleges. Its results are approved by around 330 MBA institutions, including some of the top, such as JBIMS, SIMSREE, PUMBA, and K J Somaiya. The test is planned from August 23 to 25, 2022, and is administered by the Maharashtra CET Cell.

ActivityMAH CET Important DateComments
MAH CET 2022 Notification ReleaseMarch 16, 2022Contains MAH CET 2022 Regn Schedule
MAH CET Registration Start DateMarch 17, 2022Only Online Registration
MAH CET Registration & Exam FeeRs.1000 for Open category
Rs.800 for Reserved category
Fee to be paid Online only
Last date to apply for MAH CET 2022May 11, 2022, till 11.59 PMExtended from earlier April 20
MAH CET Admit card Download StartsJuly 25, 2022Available through Candidate Login
Last Date for Printing of MAH CET Application FormJuly 30/31, 2022Download from MAH CET website
Last date to Download MAH CET Admit CardAugust 23, 24, 25, 2022Last date of MAH CET exam
MAH CET 2022 Exam DateAugust 23, 24 & 25, 2022Computer Based Test in Multiple sessions (2 sessions on each day)
MAH CET 2022 Result DeclarationSeptember 5/6, 2022Result with Score Card is available on official MAH CET website

TISSNET 2022

TISS-NET is a computer-based National Entrance Test for admission to Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) Mumbai’s Masters (M.A.) programmes. Tata Institute of Social Sciences M.A. programmes are highly sought after Masters Degree programmes for those pursuing careers in management and other fields. TISS administered the TISSNET 2022 exam on February 26, 2022 as a computer-based examination lasting 100 minutes.

Sr No.TISSNET 2022 ActivityTISSNET 2022 Important Dates
ITISSNET 2022 Notification ReleaseDecember 17, 2021
IIAdmission 2022 Application OpensDecember 17, 2021 (5 PM onwards)
IIILast Date for Online form APPLICATION / REGISTRATION for All Master’s programmesFebruary 10, 2022
IIIALast Date to Complete Application form for already registered candidatesFebruary 11, 2022 till 11.59 PM
IVOnline Pre-admission orientation Programme for SC/ST/OBC/Minority and PWD candidates will be held at Mumbai/Tuljapur/Hyderabad and Guwahati CampusesFebruary 12-13, 2022
VIssue of TISS-NET Hall Ticket Online (TISSNET 2022 Admit Cards)February 14, 2022 onwards
VILast Date to Download TISSNET Hall Ticket 2022February 21, 2022
VIITISSNET 2022 Exam DateFebruary 26, 2022 (2 PM to 3.40 PM)
VIIIAnnouncement of TISS-NET 2022 Result
(Candidates who appeared for the national entrance test will have to visit the TISS website and login to download your score card.)
March 26, 2022
IXTISSMAT/TISSNET and Online Assessment dates for programmes offered at Mumbai, Tuljapur, Hyderabad, Guwahati and BALM, Chennai Campuses.May 24 to June 11, 2022
XAnnouncement of Selection Merit List on TISS website for all the ProgrammesTo be announced

PGCET 2022

Karnataka PGCET is a prominent MBA entrance test for admission to Karnataka MBA institutions. PGCET is open to Karnataka state and all India applicants. The MBA PGCET exam is administered by the Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA) for MBA/MCA and other postgraduate programmes offered by Karnataka government institutions and private institutes. The Karnataka MBA entrance exam is of moderate difficulty.

Karnataka PGCET 2021 Entrance Exam ActivityKarnataka PGCET Dates
Revised Exam Notification DateSeptember 21, 2021
Exam Registration Re-open dateSeptember 27, 2021
Last date to Apply for PGCET 2021October 3, 2021 upto 6.30PM
Karnataka PGCET Application feeRs.650/-
Last date to pay PGCET fees in the BankOctober 5, 2021 in Banking hours
Karnataka PGCET Admit Card (Hall ticket) down load start dateNovember, 2021 first week, 4 PM onwards
Last Date for Karnataka PGCET Admit Card DownloadNovember 21, 2021
Karnataka PGCET 2021 Exam DateNovember 21, 2021 (2.30PM to 4.30PM)
Declaration of PGCET Answer Key 2021November 26, 2021
Declaration of PGCET 2021 ResultsDecember 10, 2021
Karnataka PGCET MBA 2021 Counselling startsDecember 15, 2021
Last date for PGCET counsellingDecember 30, 2021
Last Date for Reporting to allotted MBA CollegeJanuary 5, 2022

TANCET 2022

TANCET is a test administered by Anna University for MBA/MCA admission in the state of Tamil Nadu in 2022. TANCET 2022 took place on May 14, 2022. A good TANCET result allows admission to MBA, MCA, and other PG programmes at notable universities connected with Anna University in Tamil Nadu, as well as other MBA institutes. One of the most important aspects of the TANCET entrance test is that it leads to admission to B-schools with inexpensive tuition.

TANCET 2022 Exam ActivityTANCET 2022 Exam Dates & Fee
TANCET 2022 Exam: Online Registration startsMarch 30, 2022 (10 AM)
Last date to apply for TANCET 2022April 21, 2022 (4 PM)
TANCET 2022 Exam Registration fee for MBA entrance examRs.800/- for General category
Rs.400/- for reserved category (SC/SCA/ST belonging to Tamilnadu)
Checking final status of TANCET 2022 ApplicationApril 18, 2022
TANCET 2022 Admit Card Download Start DateMay 2, 2022
Last date to download TANCET 2022 Admit CardMay 14, 2022
TANCET Exam Date 2022 for MBAMay 14, 2022 (Saturday)
TANCET 2022 Exam: Time duration2.30 PM to 4.30PM
TANCET 2022 Answer key ReleaseMay 17, 2022
TANCET 2022 Result DateOn or Before June 10, 2022
TANCET 2022 Mark Sheets Downloading StartOn or Before June 10, 2022
TANCET Counselling by B-schools for MBA admission 2022 StartsJuly 2022 or as per the dates announced by the respective B-

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Frequently Asked Questions

1.Which MBA entrance exam is best?

Answer. Typically, each test is broken into three to four sections: verbal, mathematical, reasoning, and general knowledge (in some cases). Before you begin your study, it is critical that you understand the exam’s major themes. We have gathered the syllabus for the top 10 MBA admission tests in great detail here.

Entrance Exam SyllabusDescription
CAT SyllabusLearn about the list of important topics for all three sections of CAT.
XAT SyllabusKnow about the topics that make up the complete XAT syllabus.
IIFT SyllabusIIFT syllabus comprises of various topics for the four main sections of the exam.
NMAT SyllabusGo through the comprehensive list of essential topics for NMAT.
SNAP SyllabusAn overview of crucial topics for each section of SNAP.
CMAT SyllabusA detailed list of chapters to go through before appearing for CMAT.
MAT SyllabusGet acquainted with the exhaustive list of topics for MAT syllabus.
IBSAT SyllabusReview the section-wise breakup and analysis of IBSAT syllabus.
TISS-NET SyllabusList of major topics to prepare for TISS-NET.
MH-CET SyllabusCritical areas to ace for MH-CET exam.
ATMA SyllabusKnow about the detailed syllabus for each section of ATMA

2. Is CAT compulsory for MBA?

Answer. No, the CAT or CMAT test is not required for an MBA. There are a number of alternative MBA entry tests similar to/equivalent to CAT, such as XAT. NMAT for NMIMS, TISS, SNAP for Symbiosis, IIFT, CET for Maharashtra institutions, MICA, and other institutes have their own admission tests.

3.Is GMAT better than CAT?

Answer. In conclusion, the GMAT stands out as the superior alternative between GMAT and CAT due to its larger global acceptability, lower opportunity cost, and higher return on investment, as well as its expanding admittance to executive MBA programmes at IIMs and a few other Indian B-schools.

4.What is CMAT exam?

Answer. The Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a government-sponsored computer-based national level MBA entrance test for admission to 1000 AICTE-approved management programmes (MBA/PGDM) in India. CMAT is a computer-based test administered by the National Testing Agency. All AICTE-Approved Institutions/University Departments/Constituent Colleges/Affiliated Colleges accept CMAT scores, including JBIMS, SIMSREE, K J Somaiya Mumbai, Welingkar Mumbai, PUMBA Pune, Great Lakes Chennai, and BIMTECH Greater Noida. The CMAT test was scheduled for April 9, 2022.

Top MBA/PGDM collegesAICTE MBA/PGDM Programs offeredCMAT 2022 Cut off Score/Rank
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai/GurgaonPGPM & PGDMBelow 5000 Rank for Chennai Campus
Below 10000 Rank for Gurgaon campus
Welingkar Institute of Management, Mumbai/BengaluruPGDM (E-Business Research & Business Analytics)For Mumbai: 225 CMAT Score
For Bengaluru: 211 CMAT score
IMT NagpurPGDMUpto 5100 Rank in CMAT 2022
BIMTECH Greater NoidaPGDMFor PGDM: 240 CMAT Score
For PGDM-IB: 220 CMAT Score
For PGDM IBM: 150 CMAT score
For PGDM RM: 150 CMAT score

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