BITSoM opens admissions for MBA Class of 2026 – 28 : Increases intake from 160 to 240 for the flagship MBA programme
BITS School of Management (BITSoM), the Mumbai-based business school under the aegis of BITS Pilani, has announced admissions open for its two-year residential MBA, commencing June 2026. BITSoM has increased its 2026 intake from 160 to 240 seats for the upcoming academic year, reflecting growing application numbers since the programme's launch. This will be the sixth cohort of the flagship MBA programme.
The programme brings in global faculty from leading business schools, including Wharton, NYU Stern, Kellogg, Chicago-Booth, University of Texas at Austin, USC Marshall, Johns Hopkins University, and SMU Singapore. The visiting faculty model allows for an agile curriculum that has been updated with a spectrum of courses on applying AI to business. Along with the traditional MBA curriculum, BITSoM places an emphasis on developing soft skills and leadership capability, with individual attention and a parallel track called “Winning at the Workplace".
“There is strong demand from recruiters for talent that can draw business value from AI and related technologies. With the upgraded curriculum and ability to bring in stellar global faculty, I am confident that BITSoM is one of the best places for a young manager to prepare for the AI future, whether they be from a technical or a non-technical background", said Dr Saravanan Kesavan, Dean and Professor of Operations, BITSoM. "With our expanded intake next year, we are excited to extend the BITSoM learning experience to more aspiring leaders. Here, students experience more than just world-class teaching; they are also part of an ecosystem that instils innovation, empathy, and resilience.”
To get admission to BITSoM, candidates need to meet the basic eligibility requirements and apply online on the official website of the institute. Moreover, candidates are admitted based on entrance exam scores of CAT/ GRE or GMAT and candidates performance in PI round. The selected candidates need to make the fee payment to confirm their seats.
Admission to MBA course at BITSoM is completely entrance-based. Candidates need to meet the basic eligibility requirements to participate in the selection process. Check below the detailed MBA eligibility and selection criteria for admission at BITSoM:
| Course Name | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| MBA | Pass graduation in the relevant stream from a recognised university | CAT/ GRE/ GMAT+ PI |
Admissions Process
Admissions are based on a comprehensive evaluation of standardised test scores (CAT, GMAT, or GRE – any one is required), academic records, extracurricular and co-curricular achievements, demonstrated leadership potential, and strong communication skills. The school emphasises building a diverse class across gender, academic backgrounds, work experience, and interests.
Work experience is not mandatory and BITSoM encourages applications from fresh graduates as well as experienced professionals. Applicants must hold a recognised undergraduate or postgraduate degree in any discipline from an accredited Indian institution or international university or be in their final year of study. The application process is entirely online, and the Round 1 deadline was November 16, 2025.
Campus Facilities
Enrolled students will have the opportunity to experience vibrant campus life at the new BITS Pilani Mumbai Campus (near Kalyan), a state-of-the-art, digital-first and fully residential facility. Spread around 60+ acres, the campus has 80% open, aesthetically landscaped green spaces, modern classrooms, a library, multimedia studios (including video and podcast rooms), a startup incubation centre, and extensive sports and recreation facilities.
For admission to BITSoM, candidates need to apply online on the official website of BITS School of Management. The application fee for admission is INR 1,500, which is non-refundable. Check below the detailed steps to apply for BITSoM admissions:
- Visit the official website at (bitsom.edu.in/) and tap on "Apply Now"
- Generate login credentials by filling the registration form
- Using the credentials, fill the application form with personal and academic details
- Upload the important documents and pay the application fee in the prescribed format
- Submit the application form and take the printout for future reference
Prospective students may visit the school’s website www.bitsom.edu.in for detailed information on eligibility criteria, application requirements, and the admissions timeline.
About BITSoM
BITS School of Management, BITSoM, is a new-age global business school under the aegis of BITS Pilani. Located in India’s business capital, Mumbai, BITSoM is inspired by the spirit of excellence and entrepreneurial culture that BITS Pilani has nurtured over six decades. Building on this legacy, BITSoM offers a new-age MBA programme with a future-ready curriculum and a transformative experience that will prepare students to be lifelong learners and thrive in an ever-changing business landscape. With a faculty hand-picked from among the best business schools across the world, BITSoM is a school for business and life that aims to bring out the best in the next generation of leaders.
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The BITS School of Management has been offering good for placements to its MBA graduates. Check out the table for more details on BITS School of Management placements 2023 to 2025 given below:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2023) | Placement Statistics (2024) | Placement Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
the highest package | INR 50.10 LPA | INR 50 LPA | INR 32.5 LPA |
Average package | INR 23.85 LPA | INR 23.41 LPA | INR 21 LPA |
Top 10% students average package | INR 37.02 LPA | INR 31.88 LPA | INR 29.11 LPA |
Top 30% students average package | INR 30.42 INR | INR 28.86 INR | INR 27.45 LPA |
Top 50% students average package | INR 28.17 INR | INR 27.64 INR | INR 25.64 LPA |
Median package | INR 23 INR | INR 24 INR | INR 20.52 LPA |
Total students accepted PPOs | 37 | 41 | NA |
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Combined intake across all courses at BITS School of Management (BITSoM) is up to 150. BITS School of Management (BITSoM) offers MBA/PGDM courses for students to build their careers in Business & Management Studies. These highly regarded programs are available in full-time mode, catering to the need
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There are intotal 150 seats available for the MBA course at the BITS School of Management. To be eligible for the course, the candidate needs to have a minimum of 50% marks in graduation in a relevant stream from a recognised university/institute. Eligible candidates need to score a minimum of valid
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- Merit-based: Scholarships are primarily awarded based on merit.
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- Average package: INR 23.41 LPA
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No, direct admission is not valid at BITSoM. The institute offers admission to MBA programme through a valid CAT score. It is mandatory for candidates to submit CAT score while applying for admission. After the completion of the application process, the admission committe evaluates candidature and call the shortlisted candidates for further PI round.