CMRIT Bangalore MBA Courses & Fees 2025: Admission (open), Selection & Eligibility Criteria

The CAT exam is always conducted on the last Sunday of November every year so the CAT 2024 exam will be conducted on November 24, 2024. Official announcement of the CAT 2024 exam date will be made by the convening IIM on July 30, 2024. The announcement will be made at the iimcat.ac.in website as well as in all the national dailies across India. We at Shiksha have also notify the aspirants through our communication channels. Registrations cum application process for CAT 2024 will begin from the first week of August and end in the third week of September 2024.

Check below CAT exam dates for last five years:

• CAT 2023: November 26
• CAT 2022: November 27
• CAT 2021: November 28
• CAT 2020: November 29 
• CAT 2019: November 24

KMAT 2025 is expected to be conducted in the month of August 2025. Last year, the KMAT exam was conducted in two sessions. The exam will be conducted in the home-based online remote proctored mode. Candidates have to apply for the KMAT exam online by filling out the online KMAT application form. The application process started on May 14, 2025.

KMAT Karnataka or Karnataka Management Aptitude Test KMAT is conducted by the Karnataka Post Graduate Private Colleges Association (KPPGCA) for admissions to Master of Business Administration (MBA), Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) and Master of Computer Applications MCA courses. KMAT Karnataka was first conducted in 2003 and was born out of the need to have a unified entrance exam for the Karnataka state. More than 170 AICTE-approved MBA colleges and over 55 MCA colleges offer admissions based on scores obtained in the KMAT exam.

MAT 2025 is scheduled to be held on January 25, 2025, almost four months ahead of previous years. The CMAT exam is usually held in March-April, but in 2023 and 2024, it was held in May. The last time CMAT was held in January was in the year 2019. 

The NTA has announced registration dates via an official circular, which has been released online at the NTA website on November 14, 2024. The CMAT 2025 exam schedule includes registration window open and close dates and form correction dates. CMAT 2025 registration has started, and the last date to apply is December 13, 2024, and the admit card is expected to be released on January 20, 2025. 

To secure admission at MBA course at CMR Institute of Technology, candidates must have a valid qualification: Bachelor's degree with 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST candidates belonging to Karnataka). Eligible candidates must apply on the official website of CMR and begin the application process. The applicants are shortlists based on their qualification. Selected candidates must pay the MBA admission fee to confirm their admission at the university. The CMRIT MBA fee might include multiple components other than the tuition fee. 

{Source: MBA/PGDM students & alumni}

Based on student reviews and feedback, here's what stands out:

* Placement Record: CMRIT has a consistent track record of placing over 80% of its students in top-notch companies like KPMG, TCS, PwC, and more. The highest salary package offered is INR12 LPA, and the average salary package is around INR5-6 LPA.
* Faculty Expertise: Teachers are well-educated, experienced, and dedicated to helping students grow. They provide individual attention, mentorship, and guidance throughout the course.
* Curriculum Relevance: The curriculum is designed to make students industry-ready, with a focus on practical applications and case studies. Students receive hands-on training and project-based learning opportunities.
* Infrastructure: The college has modern infrastructure, including well-equipped classrooms, state-of-the-art laboratories, and a sprawling campus with ample recreational spaces.
* Networking Opportunities: Regular industry events, guest lectures, and conferences provide opportunities for students to connect with professionals and potential employers.
* Career Services: The college offers career counseling, resume-building assistance, and placement training to help students prepare for job interviews and placements.
* Student Life: CMRIT organizes various cultural and sporting events, which fosters a sense of community among students and promotes teamwork and leadership skills.

Overall, CMRIT seems to be a good option for those seeking a PGDM/MBA degree with strong industry connections, rigorous academic programs, and a supportive learning environment.

Here are some additional points mentioned by students and alumni:

* The college has a flexible curriculum, allowing students to tailor their studies to fit their interests and career goals.
* The placement cell is proactive in inviting companies for recruitment drives and providing placement training to students.
* Some students mention that the campus placement process could be improved, with a few students struggling to secure jobs despite meeting eligibility criteria.
* Others praise the college's emphasis on extracurricular activities, leadership development, and personal growth beyond academics.

MAT 2024 registration for August is over. The next phase of exams will be held in December 2024. The schedule of MAT 2024 registration for December phase has started at the AIMA, official website. Candidates who plan to appear for the MAT exam this year can apply for any phase of the as per their preparation and convenience. The MAT PBT, CBT and IBT form submission deadline of each session is different. Each MAT session will also be held on a different date. The MAT application fee is same for all exam modes and all exam phases. For each session candidates have to pay INR 2,100 as application fee. Candidates can appear for more than one session, however they will have to pay the fee per session.

The median salary package offered to the students after finishing MBA/PGDM from CMR Institute of Technology, Bangalore is INR 750,000. While, the Median package offered by Acharya Institute of Technology after completion of MBA/PGDM is INR 500,000. Basis these stats, CMR Institute of Technology, Bangalore is better option compared to Acharya Institute of Technology on the Median salary parameter.

CMR Institute of Technology offers entrance exam-based admission to MBA. Mentioned below are the admission-related details of the course, including eligibility and selection criteria:

• Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree (minimum of three-year duration) with a minimum of 50% aggregate in all years/ semesters (45% aggregate for SC/ST/ other groups classified by the Government of Karnataka) recognised by VTU or another university as equivalent
• Selection: Entrance exam (CAT/ MAT/ KMAT/ CMAT/ PGCET) score + Performance in Admission Procedure + Academic record + Work experience (if any)