What is the last date to apply for MICAT exam?

Candidates aspiring for MICAT exam have to fill and submit the registration form before a specified deadline. MICAT registration deadline for both exam phases will vary. MICAT exam registration for first exam phase ends in the third week of November. Whereas, MICAT registration for the second exam phase concludes in the third week of January. MICAT 2026 registration for first exam phase will conclude on November 20. While the MICAT registration for second exam phase will conclude on January 29. Exact dates to apply for MICAT exam changes across admission sessions. The exam date and application schedule is published over the official website with the exam details. Candidates must keep track of the MICAT exam dates and registration schedule to avoid missing any deadlines.

What is the process to apply for MICAT exam?

MICAT application process includes online registration, filling up of MICAT application form (by providing certain details) uploading scanned photograph and signature, payment of MICAT application fee followed by printing the MICAT registration form. Candidates have to complete the MICAT registration online on its official website. No other mode is provided to apply for MICAT exam. Candidates aspiring to appear for both the exam phases of MICAT exam have to apply twice. Additionally, the application fee for the MICAT exam phases will be charged twice.

How is the faculty at MICA?

MICA has been rated 4.4 for faculty as per reviews by students. This shows that Institute has qualified and experienced faculty members.

Who are the top recruiters of MICA?

MICA ( Mundra inInstitutef Communication Ahmedabad ) is well-known for its great connections with media, communication, and marketing industries. MICA provides 100% placement to their students, The institute has a great track record of placement, and many reputable companies visit the campus for recruitment of MICA Graduates. Here are some of the Top recruiters - Wipro, Infosys, IBM, Cognizant, Tata motors, boat, adani, Accenture, Amul, coca cola, KPTI, ICIC Bank, just dial, Loreal, Samsung, tata steel, Yes Bank, noice, Deloitte, EY, Amazon, Google, Facebook etc.

Which has better placement at MICA, MBA in Management or MBA in Communications?

MICA is well-known for its specialisation in communication in marketing area. MICA Offers course like PGDM-C ( post graduate Diploma in management communication ) and PGDM (post gradute Diploma in management) both the courses has great placement as MICA Mundra institute of communication Ahmedabad is known for its strong connections with media, communication, and marketing industries. The institute has a good track record of placement, and several reputable companies visit the campus to recruit MICA Graduates Wipro, Infosys, IBM, Cognizant, Tata motors, boat, adani, Accenture, Amul, coca cola, KPTI, ICIC Bank, just dial z Loreal, Samsung, tata steel, Yes Bank, noice, Deloitte, EY etc.

Does MICA offer better placements than School of Management, SDA Bocconi Asia Center?

If we see, placements between different business schools it will be tough. Because many factors hold placement results and these factors are dynamic both MICA ( Mudra institute of communication, Ahmedabad ) and SDA ( Bocconi Asia Centre) are Top institutes. MICA is famous for its specialisation in communication and marketing area. MICA Offers course like PGDM-C ( post graduate Diploma in management communication ) SDA Bocconi Asia centre international business school offers programs like finance, marketing and management it is in Italy. MICA give opportunity in the Indian market where as SDA has wide network, which gives global opportunities.

How much placements salary students get after studying in MICA?

MICA offers median package range of (aprx)INR 1,583,897 during in-campus placements. It has a decent placement assistance program as well. Additionally, it has been rated 4.4 on placements as per Shiksha verified reviews by students.

How can I get admission in MICA Ahmedabad?

To get admission to MICA Ahmedabad, candidates have to fulfil the basic eligibility criteria as per the course requirements. MICA offers full-time PG-level courses in the stream of Communication and Management. To apply for these courses candidates must pass graduation as the minimum education standard. Further, candidates either need to qualify for any national-level entrance exam or any institute-level entrance test, including MICAT for the respective courses. Further, GE/ GD and PI rounds will be conducted for the final selection of students.

Which entrance exam scores does MICA accept for admission to FPM?

Entrance exam score MICA accept for admission to FPM (fellow programme in management) are - GMAT ( graduate management admission test) UGC NET ( National eligibility test in management ) CAT (Common admission test) Candidates should also have these education qualifications - Masters degree in any discipline with at least 55% marks Professional qualifications like CA, ICWA, CS, must have four-year bachelor's degree with at least 55% marks.

Is MICAT compulsory for MICA?

Yes, candidates seeking admission to PGP (PGDM/ PGDM-C) course at MICA must qualify for MICAT. Based on the MICAT scores along with the scores obtained in national-level entrance exams such as CAT, XAT and GMAT, the institute shortlists candidates for the next round. MICAT is conducted mainly to choose the right candidate for the course. It’s a complete Computer Based Test (CBT) conducted twice a year in two phases. MICAT registration for the academic year 2024-24 has started. Candidates can apply online on the official website.

How many seats are available for MBA at MICA Ahmedabad?

MICA Ahmedabad offers PGP course in two residential programmes, i.e., PGDM-C and PGDM. The total seat intake for PGP course at MICA Ahmedabad is 216. Find below the specialisation-wise seat bifurcation for PGP course: Courses Seats PGDM in Communications 180 Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) 36 Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

Does MICA Ahmedabad offer scholarships to students?

Yes, MICA scholarships are awarded based on a student's overall academic performance, his/her family income. Students are selected for MICA scholarships based on criteria mentioned below: Family background Academic performance and class attendance record Scrutiny of ITR and bank statements of the family for previous three years Maximum family income INR 10 LPA. Other achievements

Does MICA Ahmedabad provide equal opportunity to students to apply for scholarships?

MICA provides scholarships to students as financial assistance. The allocation of these scholarships depends on a student's overall academic performance, family income, Scrutiny of ITR and bank statements of the family for the previous three years, and Other achievements.

Is MICA a good college for FPM?

According to their website, MICA offers the Fellow Programme to prepare scholars for change by encouraging fundamental and applied research focusing on critical thinking, argument development, knowledge gap identification, problem formulation, and thesis writing. All India Council for Technical Education, AICTE accredits it. It offers specialisation in the following fields: Management Communication Marketing Media and Entertainment Digital Marketing Other than this, there are features such as financial aid for needed students.

Can I opt for both PGDM-C and PGM together at MICA?

Yes, candidates have the choice to opt for the PGDM-C and/ or PGDM programme and mention their priority course while applying for admission. Candidates must pay the application fee while applying for admission to various courses. If the students are applying through the MICAT, attempt as many MICAT question papers as possible, follow the MICAT preparation guidelines, and hence clear the entrance exam.

Which courses are available to MICA students?

Courses offered by MICA are Certificate, FPM, MBA/PGDM. These courses are in the stream of Business & Management Studies, Mass Communication & Media, IT & Software. MICA offers specializations such as Certificate specializations in Sales & Marketing, Brand Management, Digital Marketing, Data Analytics, MBA/PGDM specializations in Brand Management.

What is the rank of MICA Ahmedabad MBA course?

As per comparing the past year's ranking trends given by NIRF for MICA Ahmedabad MBA from the year 2023, the institute has managed to improve its ranking among the top 100 MBA colleges in India. Find below the NIRF ranking comparison for MICA Ahmedabad MBA course: Ranking Body 2022 2023 NIRF 42 37

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NIRF 2025 Rankings are out. As per the latest NIRF 2025 rankings, MICA ranks #32 under the category 'Management'.

The CAT 2026 registration is expected to start in the Aug, 2026 for admission to the MBA course.
The XAT 2026 result is out for admission to the MBA/PGDM courses. Students need to log in to the official XAT portal to access and download their scorecard.

MICA Ahmedabad Highlights 2025

Located in Shela, Ahmedabad, MICA Ahmedabad was established in 1991. The college is known to provide residential PG, online, and various other courses to students. These courses are provided across Digital Marketing and Communication, Brand Communication Management, and various other streams. Some of the courses provided by MICA are AICTE-approved and NBA-accredited. MICA College is ranked 32 by NIRF 2024 under the Management category.

MICA College is popular for its PGDM (C) and PGDM courses. MICA’s PGDM / PGDM-C programmes focus on Strategic Marketing and Communications. The major highlights of MICA Ahmedabad are tabulated below:

Particulars	MICA Ahmedabad Highlights 2025
Establishment year \| Ownership type	1991 \| Private College
Location	Shela, Ahmedabad
Also Known As	Mudra Institute of Communications
Top accreditations	NBA
Recognised by	AICTE
Rankings (2024)	32 by NIRF under the Management category
Flagship courses	PGDM (C), PGDM
Official Website	www.mica.ac.in

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Q: Can I join MICA directly?

MICA ( Mudra institute of communication, Ahmedabad ), admission to MICA is typically through competitive exams like XAT/ GMAT/ MICAT/ CAT. After GE (Group exercise), PI (Personal interview) the college will be announced the final merit list, to avoid the large-scale application and selection process. Student can go for direct admission in MICA management quota seat, NRI quota seat, donation seat.

MICA management quota

Most private colleges have certain seats reserved, these seats known as management quota admission to this management quota seat is construct on the soul decision of college.

MICA donation seats

are available on the basis of donation amount, the seats are also called donation seat not all the colleges in India provide donation base seats you need to check for each college.

MICA NRI

NRI stand for non-resident Indians if you are an NRI and wish to pursue BBA, MBA from a private or autonomous college then you can get direct admission through NRI quota

Q: In which sector the highest package was received during MICA Ahmedabad placements?

The MICA highest package for the MBA batch 2023-25 was offered in the Consumer Tech sector. Tabulated below are the sector-wise highest, average packages and offers details recorded during MICA placements 2025:

Sector	Highest Package (2025)	Average Package (2025)	Total Offers (2025)
FMCG/FMCD/ Quick Commerce	INR 35.75 LPA	INR 21.06 LPA	71
Consulting & Tech	INR 29.04 LPA	INR 20 LPA	21
BFSI and Fintech	INR 24 LPA	INR 18.5 LPA	22
Media, OTT & Sports	INR 25 LPA	INR 15.49 LPA	27
Consumer Tech	INR 40.91 LPA	INR 20.24 LPA	14
Others	INR 23.6 LPA	INR 17.6 LPA	40

Q: Can I get admission in MICA for MBA with 60% in Class 12th?

Yes, You can get into MICA with 60% in class 12th. minimum marks you required is 55%. MICA (Mudra institute of communication Ahmedabad), admission to MICA is typically through a competitive exams like XAT/ GMAT/ MICAT/ CAT. After GE ( group exercise) PI ( personal interview) these section are usually part of the selection process to examine candidate's communication skills, imagination, manageable for the program, then college will be published the final merit list. student can also go for direct admission in MICR management quota seat, NRI quota seat, donation seat.

Q: What were the roles offered during MICA Ahmedabad placements?

Some of the popular job roles offered during MICA placements are listed below:

MICA Placements: Roles Offered
Digital Marketing	Account Planner
APAC Field Marketing Professional	Data Scientist
Brand Manager	Lead- Strategy & Growth
Brand Strategy Specialist	Business Development Manager

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MICA Ahmedabad Admission Dates 2025

The mode of MICA Institute course admission is online. For admission to PGDM (C) and PGDM, candidates must secure a minimum accreditation in Class 12 along with graduation or an equivalent qualification recognised by AIU. Candidates awaiting results can also apply for admission. Admission to various courses is based on merit and entrance exams such as XAT, CAT, MICAT, and others. The below-mentioned table reflects on the MICA Ahmedabad admission dates for 2025:

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MBA/PGDM Admissions 2026

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Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
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Aug '26	CAT 2026 application processTentative
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Sep '26-Nov '26	MICAT (I) RegistrationsTentative

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MICA Ahmedabad Popular Programmes 2025

The total seat intake for PGDMC is 180 and for PGDM, it is 36. This autonomous, non-profit institution at the PG level, offers residential PGDM in various specialisations. The college also provides certificate, FPM, online, and various other courses to students. The college offers PGDM as its most popular programme as the college is ranked 32 by NIRF 2024 under the Management category. Below mentioned are some of the courses offered by MICA Ahmedabad and their respective eligibility and fee:

MBA/PGDM

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4.4(38)2 years#33 NIRF

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Total Tuition Fees

₹14.5 L - 21 L

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₹9 LPA

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MICA Ahmedabad Rankings 2024

Over the past few years, MICA Ahmedabad has been ranked under multiple streams namely Management and others. MICA Ahmedabad holds a state rank of 1, a zone rank of 7 in the west and a rank of 13 among the ‘Top 50 Business Schools of Research’ as per the IIRF 2024 rankings. The Institute ranks 9 in the Overall Private Institute category as per the IIRF 2024 rankings. It also ranks 32 as per the NIRF 2024 rankings of the Management category. A few of the important MICA Ahmedabad rankings are mentioned below:

Ranking Body	Ranks
NIRF 2024 under the Management category	32
NIRF 2023 under the Management category	37
NIRF 2022 under the Management category	42

MICA Ahmedabad Placements 2024

The season 2024 recorded 100% of students placed. The highest package offered was INR 35.50 LPA. The average package offered was INR 19.21 LPA. Check out the table for more clarity on MICA Ahmedabad placements 2024 and 2023 tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Average package	INR 20.09 LPA	INR 19.21 LPA
Average package of the top 50 reached	N/A	INR 26.61 LPA
Average package of the top 25 reached	INR 31.43 LPA	INR 29.90 LPA
Average package of the top 100 reached	N/A	INR 23.12 LPA
Highest package	INR 36 LPA	INR 35.50 LPA
Median package	INR 19 LPA	INR 18 LPA
Students appeared for placements	173	195
Placement rate	100%	100%
No. of companies	70+	N/A
Top sector	Analytics, BFSI, and Consulting	FMCG
Popular recruiters	Atlassian, Amazon, Deloitte	ITC Limited, Accenture, IBM

To apply for MICAT admission 2025, candidates must register online. The registration process will be verified through the verification email. The MICAT admission process begins with the qualification of a psychometric test following which, candidates will be selected for further process of shortlisting. The further process is considered via the CAT/XAT/GMAT scores.

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Q: What was the average package during MICA placements?

The institute has released the sector-wise average package for the MICA Ahmedabad placements 2025, which are as follows:

Sector	Average Package (2025)
FMCG/FMCD/ Quick Commerce	INR 21.06 LPA
Consulting & Tech	INR 20 LPA
BFSI and Fintech	INR 18.5 LPA
Media, OTT & Sports	INR 15.49 LPA
Consumer Tech	INR 20.24 LPA
Others	INR 17.6 LPA

Q: What was the highest package offered at MICA?

MICA (Mudra Institute of Communication, Ahmedabad) the highest salary package offered to students is dynamic. MICR has 100% placement, Persistently companies offered an extensive range of profiles to students of Mudra Institute of communication, Ahmedabad. As per the 2023 report,

The highest package offered was INR 36 LPA, the Average package INR 20,09 LPA, and the Medium package INR 19 LPA.
The institute also give the opportunity of summer placement for students with 100% placement, the highest and average stipend offered to students was INR 3.5 Lacs and INR 1.02 Lacs for 2 months

Q: What is the fee for UG courses at MICA?

MICA (Mudra Institute of communication Ahmedabad), Does not offer an Undergraduate (UG) course, MICA is well-known for its specialization in communication in the marketing area. MICA Offers courses like PGDM-C (post-graduate Diploma in management communication)

Q: Which entrance exam scores are accepted by MICA for admission?

MICA ( Mundra institute of communication, Ahmedabad) MICA is well-known for its specialisation in communication in marketing area. it accept score from the following entrance exams for admission to its programs :-

GMAT ( Graduate management admission test)
XAT ( Xavier aptitude test)
CAT ( Common admission test)

After GE ( group exercise) PI ( personal interview). College will published the final merit list, student can also go for direct admission in MICR management quota seat, NRI quota seat, donation seat.

Q: Is MICA more expensive than School of Management, SDA Bocconi Asia Center?

Both, MICA ( Mudra institute of communication, Ahmedabad ) and School of management, SDA Bocconi Asia Centre are Top institutes.
MICA is well-known for its specialisation in communication in marketing area. MICA Offers course like PGDM-C ( post graduate Diploma in management communication )

Fee for two years post graduation diploma, including tuition fee, residential charges, infrastructure facilities etc. is (Rs. 23,00,000) approx

SDA Bocconi Asia centre international business school it offers programs like finance, marketing and management.

Admission fee is (2,75,000) and tuition fee is (16,65,000)
Total fee is (19,40,000)

MICA give opportunity in the India market where as SDA has wide network, which gives global opportunities.

Q: What is the minimum eligibility criteria for admission to MICA's PGDM-C course?

MICA's PGDM-C is a two-year full-time programme. For admission to MICA's PGDM-C programme, candidates must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in any discipline recognised by the AIU. Final year students are also eligible to apply. The total tuition fee for this course is INR 23 LPA.

Q: What is MICA cutoff for the admissions to the PGDM in Communications?

MICA cutoff for PGDM in Communications is based on entrance exam scores followed by MICAT exam and then GD and PI. MICA offers full-time residential courses in Management and Communication, including the Post Graduate Diploma in Management in Communication (PGDM-C). Candidates who have appeared for either of one entrance exam including CAT, XAT or GMAT are eligible to appear for MICAT.

Going as per last year trends the minimum cutoff required for MICA for the Post Graduate Diploma in Management has been consistent at 80 percentile for both CAT and XAT. Candidates who meet the criteria and score the minimum MICAT cutoff 2024 are called for Group Discussion and Personal Interviews for the final admission at MICA.

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