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ISME Bangalore: Courses, Fees, Admission 2025, Placements, Ranking

Q: What is the seat intake for PGDM/MBA at ISME Bangalore?

The total seat intake of PGDM/MBA at ISME Bangalore is 180 seats. Candidates seeking admission to the ISME Bangalore MBA need to complete the online application form, PI and review the application CAT/XAT/CMAT and the comments of the interview panel, the admission committee invites selected students for admission to the programme. However, students can follow the table below to know the other specialised MBA/PGDM admission criteria:

Sarjapur Road, Bangalore

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ISME Bangalore admissions 2026 are open. The early bird application deadline for the PGDM course is Nov 9, 2025. Find below other recent updates:

BCA, BBA, and BCom admissions for 2025 are now closed.
PGDM Retail, Supply Chain & Logistics Management (Online) admissions are open.
The MAT Dec 2025 registrations are now open. For PBT mode, the last date to register is Dec 7, 2025, and the exam is scheduled for Dec 13, 2025. Moreover, for CBT mode, the registration closes on Dec 15, 2025, and the exam date is Dec 21, 2025.
The CMAT 2026 registration has started for admission to the MBA, PGDM, and MMS courses. The deadline for registration is Nov 17, 2025, and the exam date is yet to be released.
The CUET UG 2026 registration window is expected to open in the first week of Mar 2026 for admission to UG courses.
The CAT 2025 admit cards for admission to MBA/PGDM courses are now available for download. The CAT 2025 exam is scheduled to be conducted on Nov 30, 2025.
The ATMA 2026 registration for the Feb session exam for admission to MBA/PGDM and MMS courses is expected to start in Dec 2025.
The CUET PG 2025 result has been released for admission to PG courses. Candidates who appeared in the exam can view and download their scorecards by using their login details on the official website.

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ISME Bangalore Highlights 2026
ISME Bangalore Popular Programmes 2026
ISME Bangalore Admission Process and Important Dates 2026
ISME Bangalore Student Reviews
ISME Bangalore cutoff 2026
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ISME Bangalore Highlights 2026

International School of Management Excellence Bangalore (also known as ISME Bangalore) was established in 2006 and was founded by alumni of top international B-Schools such as Carnegie Mellon University, Wharton, Purdue, IITs, and IIMs. ISME is a part of NVT Group, an ISO accreditation body that has certified companies for over 25 years across 36 countries. The college has been accredited and approved by the NBA, AICTE, and AIU, among others. Further, it is a private college and is located in Bangalore.

ISME Bangalore is ranked 7th by Times of India 2025 under the B-Schools in South category, 30th by Times of India 2025 under the B-Schools in India category, and 30th by Times 2024 for BBA. ISME Bangalore provides various undergraduate, postgraduate, & others programmes. The college offers a wide range of programmes like PGDM, BBA, Bcom, & BCA. The flagship programme offered at ISME Bangalore is the 2-year full-time Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), which has been accredited by NBA and is AICTE-approved. Further, this programme is also treated as equivalent to an MBA programme by AIU at ISME Bangalore. Also, the institute provides a Global Experiential Learning Study trip to Singapore for PGDM students. Some of the major highlights are tabulated below:

Particulars	ISME Bangalore Highlights 2025
Establishment year	2006
Ownership type	Private
Campus location	Bangalore, Karnataka
Campus area	6 acre
Affiliated to	Bangalore University
Approved by	NBA, AICTE, AIU
Rankings	- 7 by Times of India 2025 (amongst B-Schools in South) - 30 by Times of India 2025 (amongst B-Schools in India)
No. of courses offered	10+
No. of scholarships	3
Student-faculty ratio	12:1
International Collaborations	- London School of Economics - Singapore Institute of Management - Carleton University, Canada
Total faculty	65+
Official website	www.isme.in

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Q: What is the average package offered during the recent ISME Bangalore placements?

As per the latest report, the ISME Bangalore average package offered during the 2024 placements stood at INR 8 LPA. The ISME Bangalore average package offered during ISME Bangalore placements between 2022 and 2024 are also presented below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Average package	INR 7.63 LPA	INR 7.48 LPA	INR 8 LPA

Q: How are MBA placements at ISME - International School of Management Excellence?

MBA placements at ISME - International School of Management Excellence are highly promising, with a 100% placement rate for the class of 2023. According to recent reports, the placement season witnessed impressive figures, with the highest package offered reaching INR 12.85 LPA, while the average package stood at INR 7.48 LPA. These statistics reflect the institution's strong commitment to providing valuable career opportunities for its MBA graduates, making it an attractive choice for those seeking a successful start to their professional journey.

Q: Does ISME Bangalore conduct on-campus placements?

Yes, ISME Bangalore conducts placement drives annually for its courses like PGDM, BBA and BCom etc. The key highlights of ISME Bangalore placements for the Class of 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Placement percentage	100%	100%
the highest package	INR 12.85 LPA	INR 14 LPA
Average package	INR 7.48 LPA	INR 8 LPA
No. of recruiters	150+	150+

ISME Bangalore Popular Programmes 2026

The flagship programmes offered at the International School of Management Excellence are BBA & PGDM. The college offers these programmes to students at UG & PG levels. Further, the college offers these programmes for a duration of 3 & 2 years, respectively, with a comprehensive curriculum. ISME Bangalore courses strive to enhance students' learning experience in order to prepare them for the industry. BBA & PGDM students are placed in top companies at top positions such as Deloitte, KPMG, PWC, EY, Grant Thornton, Quess Corp, Walmart, & others. Below mentioned are some of the ISME Bangalore courses & their respective eligibility & ISME Bangalore fee:

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MBA/PGDM

3 Courses

4.3(111)1 year - 2 years#79 Business Today

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹1 L - 10.95 L

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Placement Rating

4.1

MBA/PGDM Applications open. Apply Now

BBA

2 Courses

4.1(24)3 years#30 Times

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹6.95 L - 7.45 L

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Placement Rating

4.2

BBA Applications open. Apply Now

B.Com

2 Courses

4.3(15)3 years

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹5.1 L - 6.45 L

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Placement Rating

4.1

B.Com Applications open. Apply Now

BCA

2 Courses

5.0(1)3 years

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹4.6 L - 5.95 L

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Placement Rating

5.0

MCA

2 Courses

4.8(3)2 years

Exams Accepted

KMAT

Total Tuition Fees

₹4.9 L

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Placement Rating

4.7

Ph.D.

1 Course

5.0(1)2 years

Exams Accepted

KSET

Total Tuition Fees

₹3.8 L

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Placement Rating

5.0

Certificate

2 Courses6 months - 1 year

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹25 K - 45 K

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Median Salary

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PG Diploma

1 Course2 years

Exams Accepted

– / –

Total Tuition Fees

₹1.2 L

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Commonly asked questions
On Popular Programs

Q: Which BCom specialisations are offered at ISME Bangalore?

ISME Bangalore offers mainly two major specialisations under the BCom degree programme. The specialisations are as follows:

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants + International Business Certification Program
Preparation of Chartered Accountant

ISME Bangalore Admission Process and Important Dates 2026

ISME Bangalore admissions 2025 is both merit-based & entrance-based. The institute gives admissions basis the scores in entrance tests & personal interview rounds. Some of the accepted entrance tests for PGDM admissions are CAT / GMAT / XAT/ MAT. PGDM specialisations include

Major Specialisation
1.Marketing
2.Finance
3.Human Resource
4.Business Analytics
5.International Accounting (US CPA)
Minor Specialisation
1.Digital Marketing
2.Fintech
3.Information and Cyber Security
4.People Analytics
Value added Industry Certifications
1. KPMG 6 Sigma Certification
2.Financial Modeling and Valuation by Grant Thornton
3. Advanced Excel/Python/Power BI
4.AI for Business Professionals
5.Design thinking
6.HR Analytics
7.Social Media Marketing
8.Personal Grooming and Soft Skills Training
9.Experiential Learning: (Attitude, Business Communication,
Corporate Etiquette)

The below are the ISME Bangalore admission dates for 2026:

MBA/PGDM Admissions 2026

3 Courses1 year-2 years

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: MAT, KMAT, XAT, ATMA, CAT, CMAT

Important dates

Dates	Events
17 Oct '25 - 18 Nov '25	CMAT 2026 registration and application processOngoing
30 Nov '25	CAT 2025 exam
10 Jul '25 - 5 Dec '25	XAT 2026 Exam registrationOngoing

BBA Admissions 2026

2 Courses3 years

Eligibility

10+2 with 60% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CUET, UGAT, CBSE 12th, ISC, Karnataka 2nd PUC

Important dates

Dates	Events
Dec '25	UGAT Registration 2026 BeginTentative
Mar '26	CUET 2026 Application ProcessTentative
May '26-Jun '26	CUET 2026 ExamTentative

B.Com Admissions 2026

2 Courses3 years

Eligibility

10+2 with 70% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CBSE 12th, ISC, Karnataka 2nd PUC

Important dates

Dates	Events
Mar '26	CUET 2026 Application ProcessTentative
May '26-Jun '26	CUET 2026 ExamTentative
Jul '26	CUET UG 2026 ResultTentative

Commonly asked questions
On Admissions

Q: How can I get admission in weekend PGDM programme?

The course is tailored to develop soft and functional skills required for managerial post. It also helps candidate to prepare all the four exams of US CPA licensing process. The executive education PGDM programme is offered across six terms spread over two years.

Q: What is the selection process of BBA at ISME Bangalore?

The BBA selection process of ISME Bangalore is discussed below:

Complete the online BBA application form
Personal Interview
Admission Decision: Based on the review of the candidate application, exam scores and the recommendation of the interview panel, the admission committee invites selected students for admission to the programme. Selected candidates are sent the Admission Offer letter. The admission would be final only after receiving the receipt of confirmation of admission acceptance from the candidate and the payment of the registration fee. The fee is non-refundable once paid.

Q: Is there any entrance exam for taking admission at BBA in ISME, Bangalore?

Yes, for admission to BBA at ISME Bangalore, candidates need to qualify for either college/ state or national-level entrance exams. Students are given option to choose among any one of the following entrance exam:

ISME Entrance Test
UGAT (Under Graduate Aptitude Test)
CUET (Common University Entrance Test)

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Value for Money4.2

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Recruiting companies for our college are Amazon, HDFC Bank, Asian Paints, Hindustan Unilever, IBM and many others.

Based on 58 Reviews

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BCA + Cisco Net Academy + Amazon AWS Cloud + Microsoft AI Engineer - Batch of 2028

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

BCA at the ISME UG program with wonderful experience.

Placements: We have more than 150 recruiters in our college, and we have a package starting from 5 LPA to 9 LPA, depending on the academics. We have an ACCA facilitated course with workshops. Top recruiters are Accenture, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, Wipro, and federal banks.

Infrastructure: We have enough facilities in our college, and Wi-Fi is available to the hostelers. The cafeteria provides healthy food. We have sports facilities like cricket, football, basketball, and clubs. We have computer labs depending on the course. Cultural club, e-cell, and CSR are provided by our college.

Faculty: We have highly qualified faculty with Master's degrees, and our college provides an industry-oriented program. Attendance is compulsory for semester exams. It is based on the Bangalore University regarding the difficulty level. Internal exams are taken by the college itself.

Other: We have a 12:1 student-faculty ratio, and all students get personalized attention from the faculty.

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Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Batch of 2028

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

ISME is a good college with supportive teachers and placements are also good.

Placements: The placement at ISME is good, with about 85%-90% and some students also pursue higher studies, with the highest package of 9 LPA, and the lowest is 5 LPA. The top recruiting company from my course is Gourere Mondelez. The percentage of students who got is up to 70% to 80%.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure at ISME is good with modern classrooms, Wi-Fi, computer labs, a well-stocked library, and seminar halls, and hostel facilities are well maintained and clean rooms, 24/7 security, and hygienic food in cafeteria. They have sports facilities.

Faculty: Teachers are helpful and qualified, the course is useful for jobs, and industry exams are not very hard, most students pass easily. Our university exams are prepared by the Bangalore University, and internal exams are conducted by the university, and projects are also prepared in the last semester.

Other: I chose this course because ISME has good placements and learning. Teachers are very supportive, and the course is practical, and the college fests, events, and sports make campus life fun. The crowd is friendly, the campus is well-connected, and scholarships are also given, and some more industry tie-ups can make it even better.

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Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Batch of 2028

4.8

5Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Absolutely worth taking admission as the faculty is committed to its work.

Placements: I am a student in the 1st year, all I have seen is that students had their placement cell and it went well, as we got to know from our seniors. The highest package for UG BBA is 9LPA, and the lowest package is 5 LPA. Top companies are Allstate India, ASSA ABLOY, Microsoft, TCS, and KPMG. Placements are there for 75% to 80% and the rest of the students went for higher studies.

Infrastructure: Classrooms are well arranged with full lighting, Wi-Fi facilities are available, labs for BCA students, etc. The library is also okay. The facilities of the hostel are also good. The hostel is on campus, with food facilities available at all three times and evening tea and snacks. Then we have an amphitheatre for students. For the safety of students, a warden is present, and security is monitored.

Faculty: Teachers are very helpful and friendly. Knowledge beyond books and interactive classes with activities and PPTs. The course is relevant, and for us students, the college offers 6 value-added courses, which are helpful for our placement and skill development. The exams are conducted internally and also by the Bangalore University.

Reviewed on 4 Sep 2025Read More

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Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) - Batch of 2027

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

ISME review for PGDM and MBA programs.

Placements: From the beginning of the 2nd year, students are eligible for college placements. The highest salary offered is Rs. 14 LPA, and the average salary is Rs. 8 LPA. Some recruiters are from KPMG, Deloitte, Accenture, and Grant Thornton. The college also provides summer internships and ITP programs in the 2nd year, where students can get up to a Rs. 45,000 stipend and pre-placement offers.

Infrastructure: There are two main buildings. Classrooms are big and can accommodate up to 60 students, with two projectors and whiteboards. The library is inside the college, as are the Wi-Fi and labs. Hostel facilities are nice. The mess food is decent, but the curfew time is 9 PM. The warden is very nice and helpful and immediately tries to solve any problems we have.

Faculty: Teachers have corporate as well as academic experience. It's a tri-semester system with an Industry Trajectory Programme, a Summer Internship Programme, and an International Programme in Singapore. It also provides value-added certification. The exams are conducted professionally.

Other: The college has a lot to offer. Every festival is celebrated on campus. College fests, guest lectures, clubs, and mentoring sessions are there for the students. The campus crowd is decent and fun to talk to.

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025Read More

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Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) - Batch of 2025

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Honest review of a student at ISME.

Placements: Average package is 8 LPA, and the highest is 14 LPA. We have an industry trajectory program too. The college offers very rigorous training to the students to get the best placement offers. We have ITPs such as Brain, KPMG, and many other big companies. More than 150 companies come for the placements. We have an alumni network of over 2300 individuals, many of them placed in top companies and working overseas.

Infrastructure: Wi-Fi is totally accessible 24X7. The labs are well-equipped with all the technical facilities. Students from all across India come here. We have an on-campus library and in-house sports facilities. Hostel facilities are available with a green amphitheater. The overall environment is very safe.

Faculty: We have a trimester system here. The courses are customized to make us ready for the industry. Faculty members are well-versed with most of the domains. They are all either Ph.D. holders, IIM pass-outs, or come with great industry experience. The value-added courses are also provided by the college.

Other: The course curriculum here is very diverse, and the students get to choose two specializations. They have multiple clubs and communities to enhance their personality. Multiple domain-specific events are organized, and fests happen, which allow us to form a network. They also provide scholarships to award the competent students.

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025Read More

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Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) - Batch of 2027

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

ISME PGDM Programme 2025-2027.

Placements: Over 150 recruiters come to the campus, like Quess, KPMG, Wipro. ISME offers paid internships with Big 4 companies. The highest placement was 14 LPA, and the average placement was 8 LPA. The college also has an ITP programme in which students can work with companies along with classes, and the programme is paid.

Infrastructure: ISME has a safe, secure environment. The classrooms are quite big enough. The library is equipped with a great collection of books in it. The sports arena is great, which offers great opportunities for basketball, football, and cricket. ISME college hostel is within the campus, offering a safe environment for girls.

Faculty: All teachers come from an experienced corporate background. The faculty are very supportive and helpful. The course curriculum is very engaging, which makes the students industry-ready. We have 2 exams: one is the mid-term of 20 marks and the end-term of 100 marks. There is a trimester system with a six-term exam.

Other: ISME offers an industry-ready curriculum with international exposure, which comprises a trip to Singapore. The college has a lot of conclaves, events, and activities. There are many guest lectures and leadership-oriented lectures. There are many engaging clubs like E-Cell, CSR, cultural and event clubs. The college also has a hobby club, which is a student-driven club.

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025Read More

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ISME Bangalore cutoff 2026

ISME Bangalore cutoff 2026 will be updated here once out. The cut-off changes every year and depends on the level of competition and the available no. of seats. The below-mentiones are the cut off details:

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Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) - ISME Bangalore : MAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)

Section	2024
Overall	70

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ISME Bangalore Ranking 2026

Over the past few years, the ISME Bangalore managed to secure top positions in top-ranking bodies, such as TOI and India Today. These ranking bodies have ranked ISME among the Top 33 B-Schools in India. ISME has also been ranked as:

Ranking Body	Category	Rank
Times of India 2025	B-Schools in South	7
Times of India 2025	B-Schools in India	30
India Today 2023	Top 5 B-Schools in Bangalore	5
GHRDC 2024	B-School in India	2
CSR 2023	B- School of Super Excellence	1

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Publisher	2024
Times	30

6th Best among Times ranked colleges in Bangalore in 2024->

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Publisher	2024
Business Today	79

5th Best among Business Today ranked colleges in Bangalore in 2024->

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ISME Bangalore Placements 2026

ISME Bangalore placements 2025 will be updated here once out. According to the ISME Bangalore latest report, 20% of the batch 2024 were placed before Phase 1 of final placements begins (within 2 months after completing the first year). All the students from 2024 batch were placed before completing graduation. The highest package was INR 14 LPA, and average package was INR 8 LPA. The top recruiters were Deloitte, KPMG, PWC, EY, Grant Thornton, Quess Corp, Walmart, Federal Bank, Mu Sigma, TCS, Nestlé, Godrej, etc. Check the table below for more details and important points on ISME Bangalore placements:-

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Placement percentage	100%	NA
Highest package	INR 12.85 LPA	INR 14 LPA
Average package	INR 7.48 LPA	INR 8 LPA
No. of recruiters	150	NA

Note: The placements are going on for the academic year 2023-2024. The above-mentioned data may vary once the placement report 2024 is out.

Top Recruiters

ACCENTURE

Deloitte

KPMG

TATA ELXSI

Grant Thornton

GODREJ

MU Sigma

Micro Lab

Mondelez

Wipro

CapGemini

Federal Bank

Goldman Sachs

TATA Consultancy Services

Amazon

Insights on Placements

Based on 74 Student Responses

Internships and industry projects

Students can work with faculty on research projects

Internships and industry projects

Students get substantial industry exposure

Employment opportunities

Many students started their own start-ups

Employment opportunities

Higher in core jobs

Higher studies preferences

Both inside India & outside India

Placement support

Organized & proactive placement process

Alumni network

Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities

Entrepreneurship cell

Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved

Overall feeling of students

Love being in college

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: What are the key highlights of ISME Bangalore placements?

The key highlights of ISME Bangalore placements for the Class of 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Placement percentage	100%	100%
the highest package	INR 12.85 LPA	INR 14 LPA
Average package	INR 7.48 LPA	INR 8 LPA
No. of recruiters	150+	150+

Q: What is the placement scenario at ISME Bangalore?

ISME Bangalore offers decent placements annually for its PGDM, BBA and BCom courses. The key highlights of ISME Bangalore placements for the Class of 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Placement percentage	100%	100%
the highest package	INR 12.85 LPA	INR 14 LPA
Average package	INR 7.48 LPA	INR 8 LPA
No. of recruiters	150+	150+

Q: What is the highest package offered to PGDM students during ISME Bangalore placements?

The highest package offered to the students of PGDM/MBA batch 2023 stood at INR 16.45 LPA. The same is tabulated below:

Particulars	Statistics (2023)
the highest package	INR 16.45 LPA

ISME Bangalore Scholarships 2026

There are scholarships or fee waver schemes available for the PGDM and other course students. Candidates can access scholarships for BBA, BCA, & BCom programme, also. The common scholarship categories are Merit-based, Work Experience, Defence, Sibling Scholarships, etc. Check below the scholarship details for ISME Bangalore's flagship course PGDM:

Name	Amount	Eligibility Requirement
A) Merit based Scholarship for Outstanding students	Rs 1 lakh	Should have scored above 80% / CGPA > 9 in 10th & 12th and a. 80% / CGPA > 9 or above in Graduation or b. 80 % & above in CAT or 90 % & above in CMAT. or c. 2 or more years of work experience in an MNC.
	Rs 50,000	Should have scored above 75% / CGPA > 8.5 in 10th & 12th and a. 75% / CGPA > 8.5 or above in Graduation or b. 75 % & above in CAT or 80 % & above in CMAT. or c. 1 or more years of work experience in an MNC.
B) Work Experience Scholarship	Rs 50,000	Student with 2 or more years of work experience in an MNC
C) Defence Scholarship	Rs.25,000	Students who have scored above 70% in Class 12th or equivalent & whose parents are serving or retired Defence personnel
D) Sibling Scholarship	Rs.25,000	Student who is a sibling of a current ISME student or ISME alumni
E) Hostel Scholarship for Bangalore City Students	Rs 25,000 per year	Student whose parent is working & residing in Bangalore (Address & proof of employment needed)

*Scholarships awarded at the time of 3rd instalment

* Only one Scholarship (A to E) whichever is higher, will be applicable after verification.

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ISME Bangalore Popular Courses

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BCA

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2 years

Tuition Fees

₹10.45 LGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

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2 years

Tuition Fees

₹10.95 LGet Fee Details

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1 year

Tuition Fees

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KMAT

ISME Bangalore Courses and Fees 2026

ISME Bangalore has a wide range of programmes at UG & PG levels. The college offers a 3-year BBA, BCA, & BCom programmes, affiliated with Bangalore University in full-time mode. The college has tied up with the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA), UK, to provide students with a unique opportunity to pursue their ACCA qualification along with their BCom. The students get a dual qualification at the end of their third year.

Apart from these, ISME Bengaluru also offers various programmes such as Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) courses to students. These courses are AICTE-approved & have been accredited by the NBA. The following table showcases a list of ISME Bangalore courses along with their eligibility requirement & ISME Bangalore PGDM fees:

Courses	Tuition Fees	Eligibility
MBA/PGDM(3 courses)	1 L - 10.9 LGet Fee Details	Graduation : 50-60 % Exams : MAT KMAT+4 More
BBA(2 courses)	7 L - 7.5 LGet Fee Details	10+2 : 60-70 % Exams : CUET UGAT+3 More
B.Com(2 courses)	5.1 L - 6.5 LGet Fee Details	10+2 : 70 % Exams : CBSE 12th ISC+1 More
BCA(2 courses)	4.6 L - 6 LGet Fee Details	10+2 : 70 % Exams : CBSE 12th ISC+1 More
MCA(2 courses)	4.9 LGet Fee Details	Graduation : 50 % Exams : KMAT
Ph.D.(1 course)	3.8 LGet Fee Details	Exams : KSET
Certificate(2 courses)	25 K - 45 KGet Fee Details	Exams : CBSE 12th ISC+1 More
PG Diploma(1 course)	1.2 LGet Fee Details	– / –

Commonly asked questions
On Fees and Eligibility

Q: What are the documents required to apply for weekend MBA course at ISME Bangalore?

Documents required at the time of application are:

Class 10 certificate
Class 12 certificate
Graduation certificate

Q: What is the eligibility criteria for the PGDM course at ISME Bangalore?

Students seeking admission to the PGDM programme should have passed Bachelor/Master Degree Examination of any recognised education body in Commerce, Management, Arts, Science, Engineering, Technology or equivalent with a minimum of 60% aggregate. Qualifying any national level entrance exam such as, CAT, XAT, MAT, etc. is required.

Q: What is the qualification required for Executive Education programme at ISME Bangalore?

To know the course-wise qualification in order to enrol in executive education programme, students can check the table below:

Executive Education Programme (PGDM)	Qualification
Weekend PGDM	Graduate / Post-graduate in Commerce / Accounting and/or CA/CMA/CS/ACCA with minimum 60% in class 10, 12 and graduation
Weekend PGPM	Graduate in Commerce / Management / Accounting / CA / CMA / CS / ACCA with minimum one year experience in finance domain.
1-year weekend PGPM *	Graduate+ one-year experience or four-year degree +zero experience. The maximum age to one-year weekend PGPM programme is 26 years

*Minimum entrance score should be 60% aggregate in CAT/MAT/CMAT/ISME test.

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ISME Bangalore Application Process 2026

ISME Bangalore application is conducted in online mode. The application fee is INR 1200. Students can check the steps below for application:

Visit the ISME Bangalore site.

Go to the "Apply Now" section.

Choose the course for the application.

Fill in the requirement.

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Q: How do I secure a seat for MBA at ISME Bangalore?

To secure MBA seats at ISME Bangalore candidates must atleast have a valid qualification as mentioned below:

ourse Name	Eligibility Criteria	Selection Criteria
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)	Bachelor's Degree with 60% aggregate	PI+CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/ATMA/Other
PGDM in Retail, Supply Chain & Logistics Management	Bachelor's Degree with 60% aggregate (45% marks in case of candidates belonging to reserved category)	Test of English Language (Online)

Q: What is the seat intake for PGDM/MBA at ISME Bangalore?

The total seat intake of PGDM/MBA at ISME Bangalore is 180 seats. Candidates seeking admission to the ISME Bangalore MBA need to complete the online application form, PI and review the application CAT/XAT/CMAT and the comments of the interview panel, the admission committee invites selected students for admission to the programme. However, students can follow the table below to know the other specialised MBA/PGDM admission criteria:

Q: What is the last date to apply for Executive Education MBA at ISME Bangalore 2023?

The admission 2023 is open and candidates can apply through official website. ISME PGPM programme has a very demanding admissions process. Candidature’s applications are reviewed by the admissions council, who consider both quantitative and qualitative facts of the applicant's working and academic history.

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ISME Bangalore Infrastructure

ISME Bangalore provides modern amenities with state-of-the-art infrastructure to its students. The facilities include various clubs, labs, library, cultural activities, etc. The institute also provides a hostel facility both for boys & girls, The hostel is Wi-Fi enabled & mess has good sitting arrangement for students & provides qualitative food.

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Sports facilities

Limited sports facilities present

College events

Moderately busy calendar with 1-3 monthly events

Mess food

Quality and taste of food is acceptable

Mess food

Mess and Cooking arrangements are Hygienic

Attendance policy

Incomplete attendance invites penalty

Dress code

Dress code is followed by both students and faculty

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Requirement to eat out despite mess fees

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Parents are called if rules are broken

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ISME Bangalore Faculty

International School of Management Excellence boasts of accomplished faculty with international qualifications and work experience. The college has a full-time faculty who have lived and worked in countries such as Sweden, the UK, China, Mexico, Singapore, Malaysia, UAE, Australia, Africa, France, Germany, Indonesia, Turkey, and Bangladesh.

They come with rich experience in global multinationals such as HSBC, Ocwen Financials, Deloitte Consulting, Dylon Consulting, Marico, Australian Trade Commission, Accenture, Wipro, Dell, GE Axis Bank ICICI Bank, Infosys, HCL, Flipkart, etc. ISME Bangalore's culture of open-door policy and individualised attention with a faculty-to-student ratio of 12:1, helps in the transformation of the students.

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ISME Bangalore USPs

The USPs of ISME Bangalore are given below:

100+ MNCs annually for campus placement.
100% Faculty with international exposure.
1900+ Alumni working in MNCs in India, Canada, USA, UK, Australia, UAE and Singapore
Safe and Secure comfortable on-campus hostel with 50% girls
International Study Program, Singapore (International Business from Top University in Singapore) Optional.
4- 6 months of internships in companies like E &Y, KPMG, Grant Thornton, etc., leading to pre-placement offers at a high salary.

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ISME Bangalore Collaborations and Partnerships

ISME Bangalore has a list of national, international, and industrial collaborations that provide students with several opportunities. Below mentioned is the list of most of the ISME’s associations and collaborations:

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ISME Bangalore FAQs

Below are the ISME Bangalore FAQs:

Q: Is it worth pursuing MBA at ISME Bangalore?

Yes, it is worth pursuing MBA at ISME Bangalore as the college was founded by the alumni of top international B-Schools such as Carnegie Mellon, Purdue, Wharton, IITs, and IIMs. ISME is a part of NVT Group, an ISO accreditation body that has certified companies for over 25 years across 36 countries. Further, the college has been accredited and approved by the NBA, AICTE, and AIU, among others.

Q: Is ISME Bangalore good?

Yes, ISME Bangalore is a good college with good placements and infrastructure. International School of Management Excellence has been accredited and approved by the NBA, AICTE, and AIU, among others. Further, it is a private college with good reputation.

Q: What is the eligibility criteria for BCom at ISME Bangalore?

For granting admission to the students interested in the BCom course at ISME Banglore, the institute has described a set of selection criteria that the students should fulfill. The table below gives idea about the selection criteria:

Course	Eligibility Criteria
BCom	Passed Class 12 or equivalent with a minimum 60% aggregate from a recognised board. Proficiency in English communication (written + spoken)

Q: What is the programme fee for Executive Education at ISME Bangalore?

To know the course-wise programme fee in order to enrol in executive education programme, students can check the table below:

Executive Education Programme (PGDM)	Programme Fee
Weekend PGDM	INR 1.85 Lacs (All Inclusive of full access to beckers, Review material, support on internship)
Weekend PGPM	INR 1.25 lakh
1-year weekend PGPM *	INR 3.50 lakh

* Merit-based scholarships is available for students, with a joining bonus of INR 1 Lacs and an after-internship salary of INR 6 LPA at Mu Sigma.

Q: What is the BCom seat intake at ISME Bangalore?

The total BCom seat intake at ISME Bangalore is around 120. The BCom seats are evenly divided among its specialisations as mentioned in the table below:

Courses	Seats
Bachelors of Commerce (B.Com) + CA preparation + International Study Program, Singapore	60
B.Com. + ACCA + International Business Program, Singapore	60

*This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

Q: How many companies visited for executive education programme during ISME Bangalore 2023?

As per report 2023, over 100 companies visited the campus such as KPMG, Deloitte, PwC among others.

Q: Is ISME Bangalore good for MBA?

As per the placement report 2025, the highest and average package offered was INR 16.45 LPA and INR 7.3 LPA during ISME Bangalore placements, respectively. Many top recruiters visited the campus such as ANZ, BIOS, Croma, Exide Industries among others. During the ISME placements 2025, various recruiters from different sectors viz., Education, Finance, IT, Banking, Hospitality, and Management participated and placed students in new-age job roles. Some of the prominent recruiters that visited the ISME Bangalore during the 2025 placement drive are listed in the table below:

ISME Bangalore Top Companies
Mu Sigma	ANZ	Croma
Exide Industries	EY	Hector Beverages
Times of India	Nerolac Paints	Mondelez
Stanza Living	VIP Industries	Yes Bank

Q: What is the fees for PGDM at ISME Bangalore?

Students looking forward to take admission in the PGDM course at International School of Management Excellence, Banglaore should anticipate an expenditure of around INR 1 Lacs to INR 10.45 Lacs as PGDM course fee. Satisfying the eligibility becomes imporatnt for students to get admission into the college.

Q: Does ISME Bangalore really provide 100% placements with good average salaries?

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Average package	INR 7.63 LPA	INR 7.48 LPA	INR 8 LPA

Q: What is the highest package offered to executive education at ISME Bangalore 2023?

The highest package offered to executive education students is not released on the official website. However, the overall PGDM/MBA placement stats is mentioned in the table below:

Particulars	Statistics (2023)
the highest package	INR 16.45 LPA

Q: What is the salary package offered at ISME Bangalore?

ISME Bangalore concluded the placements for the Class of 2024 with an average package of INR 8 LPA. The key highlights of ISME Bangalore placements for the Class of 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Placement percentage	100%	100%
the highest package	INR 12.85 LPA	INR 14 LPA
Average package	INR 7.48 LPA	INR 8 LPA
No. of recruiters	150+	150+

Q: Are BCom admission dates out at ISME Bangalore?

ISME Bangalore admission dates 2026 are open. Candidates can visit the official website to apply. The final admission is based on the candidate's performance in the interview and in the entrance exams. ISME Entrance test is an in-house entrance exam conducted by the institute for admission. Students with a valid score in national-level exams such as UGAT or CUET are exempted from the test. More details about ISME Bangalore BCom eligibility criteria are mentioned below:

Eligibility Criteria: Class 12 with 60% aggregate and proficiency in oral+written English communication.

Q: Who can apply for BCom programme at ISME Bangalore?

Students who have completed Class 12 from State Board/CBSE/ICSE/IB or its equivalent are eligible to apply for Bcom at ISME Bangalore. In order to get admission, the students need to clear class 12 with a 60% aggregate. However, students should be fluent in oral and written English communication.

Q: What is the admission process for MBA/PGDM in ISME Bangalore?

For the MBA/PGDM course, the students need to complete the online application form, PI and review the application CAT/XAT/CMAT and the comments of the interview panel, the admission committee invites selected students for admission to the course.

Q: What is the total fee for ISME Bangalore BCom course?

The admission process will be completed once selected candidates accept the admission offer and pay the course fees for the International School of Management Excellence. The fee structure for the BCom programme in 2024 includes various components other than the tuition fee. Find ISME BCom fees in the table below:

Course Name	Tuition Fee	One-time Fee	Hostel Fee
BCom	INR 5.1 LPA	INR 65,000	INR 4.6 lakh

*This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

Q: Does ISME Bangalore accept MAT score?

Yes, ISME Bangalore accepts MAT score for admission to its MBA program. Other entrance exams accepted for admission to the MBA programme include CET, CAT, CMAT, XAT, PGCET, ATMA, and ICET. For admission to other programs such as B.Com ACCA degree, B.Com US CPA degree, , and Ph.D., ISME Bangalore conducts its own entrance tests or considers the cumulative assessment of Class XII results and personal interview. The application fee for all courses at ISME Bangalore is INR 1,200.

Q: What is the MBA eligibility at International School of Management Excellence?

International School of Management Excellence provides the flagship Master of Business Administration (MBA) course to students. The course is available in a variety of specialisations. ISME Bangalore MBA admissions are held on the basis of prescribed entrance exams. Accepted exams include XAT, CAT, CMAT, etc.

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What is fees structure for MBA at ISME Bangalore?

Answered 3 weeks ago

ISME Bangalore PGDM tuition fee can cost betwwen INR 1 Lacs -10.95 lakh. Tuition fee is paid each academic year in installments. It is advisable to plan budgets in advance.

Ms Shruti Gupta

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Which are the MBA specialisation offered at ISME Bangalore?

Answered 3 weeks ago

The total MBA course duration is two years. It is divided in four semesters. ISME Bangalore offers MBA in the following specialisations:

Major Specialization: Finance/ Marketing/ Human Resource/ Business Analytics/ International Accounting

Minor Specialization: Digital Marketing/ FinTech/ Information

Ms Shruti Gupta

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How can I get admission in ISME Bangalore BCom course?

Answered 4 weeks ago

ISBR Bangalore BCom admission is a guided process. Students need to register for the course of their choice and go through distinct selection rounds for admission. Check the s below to get admission to ISBR Bangalore:

1: Go to the verified website of the institute.

2: Fill out the application form wit

Abhishek Hazarika

Contributor-Level 10

How are the placements at ISME Bangalore?

Answered a month ago

ISME Bangalore offers placement assistance to students. The the highest and average package offered during ISME Bangalore placements 2024 stood at INR 14 LPA and INR 8 LPA, respectively. The top recruiters of ISME Bangalore in 2024 placements included Deloitte, KPMG, PWC, EY, Grant Thornton, TCS, Ne

Liyansha Jain

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Is MBA at ISME good?

Answered a month ago

Yes, MBA at ISME is quite good. MBA students are placed in top companies at top positions such as KPMG, PWC, EY, Grant Thornton, Quess Corp, Walmart, and others. The college has decent placements and has a state of the art infrastrcuture with multiple available facilities.

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