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RCBS: Courses, Fees, Admission 2025, Placements, Cutoff
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Last updated on 9 Sep '25RCBSWhat's new?
The CMAT 2026 exam date for RCBS admission to MBA/PGDM/MMS courses is Jan 25, 2026, and the result can be expected in Feb 2026.
A few more updates are given below:
- The MAT 2026 Feb session registration is open. For PBT mode, the last date to register is Feb 23, 2026, and the test is scheduled for Mar 1, 2026. Further, for CBT mode, the registration closes on Mar 2, 2026, and the test will be held on Mar 8, 2026.
- The KMAT Kerala 2026 first session application window is now open till February 5, 2026 (4 PM) for admission to MBA course. Further, the entrance exam has been postponed to February 22, 2026.
- The CAT 2025 result is out for admission to MBA/PGDM courses. Candidates need to log in to check and download their scorecards on the official CAT portal.
RCBS Highlights 2025
Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies is affiliated with Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam and approved by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).
Check below for main highlights about the college:-
| Particulars | Statistics |
|---|---|
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Establishment year |
2009 |
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Affiliated to |
Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam |
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Recognised by |
AICTE |
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Number of affiliated institutes |
2 (Rajagiri College of Social Sciences and Rajagiri Business School) |
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Rankings |
- Ranked 10in the Best Business School in India category by Times B-School Survey 2021 - Ranked 38 in the Best Business School in India category by Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) 2021 |
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Number of courses |
6 courses across 1 stream |
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Number/ Types of scholarships offered |
Two: Diversity Scholarship and Career and Talent Scholarship |
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Top recruiters |
HCL, TVS, Deloitte, etc. |
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Total Collaborations |
61 |
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MoUs |
Western Michigan University, USA, Sellinger School of Business, University of Maryland, Assumption University, Bangkok |
Check out more on Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies Highlights in the below video:
RCBS Popular programs
Commonly asked questions On Popular Programs
Yes it is, this is fees for MA in rajagiri business school and exams required for MA
1.8 L | Graduation : 50 % Exams : MAT. CAT |
RCBS Admission process
MBA/PGDM Admissions 2026
Eligibility- Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: MAT, XAT, KMAT KERALA, CAT, CMAT
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
Jan '26 | XAT 2026 resultTentative |
25 Jan '26 | CMAT 2026 exam |
Jan '26 | XAT 2026 Cut Offs ReleaseTentative |
Commonly asked questions On Admissions
Yes, Rajagiri Business School accepts Common Admission Test scores for admission to its management programs. The CAT percentile applicable for the Master of Business Administration program is mentioned as a part of the admission process, and a minimum cut-off score is required in the CAT exam for admission to the management programs. Candidates with the required CAT percentile are called for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) as part of the selection procedure.
RCBSStudents Ratings & Reviews
Placements4
Infrastructure4.7
Faculty & Course4.3
Campus Life4.5
Value for Money4.4
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RCBS Placements
Final and summer placements, industry visits, live projects, and the Rajagiri Student Overseas Internship Program are all organised by the Office of Corporate Relations, RCBS. EY, Adidas, Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail, Bata, Havells, Amazon, Axis Bank, and other prominent recruiters hired students during final placements 2020-21.
Top Recruiters
Commonly asked questions On Placements
Rajagiri Business School offers specializations in the areas of Finance, Marketing, Operations and Information Systems, and Business Analytics for its Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. MBA in Operations and Information Systems consider as best branch at Rajagiri Business School. The program is a two-year full-time course spread over four semesters and a summer internship. The first semester lays the foundation in the fundamentals of management, the second semester in the functional areas of management, and the third and fourth semesters focus on in-depth knowledge in the areas of specialization. All students are required to take up dual specialization, and the curriculum is designed to enable students to evolve into professionally competent managers, ready for the challenges of any organization.
Yes, RGBS Kochi provide placements support to the MBA candidates. There is no concise placement report available as of now. However, as per verified student reviews on Shiksha, around 90% of candidates get placed. Some of the top companies that participate in the placements drive are ITC Limited, ICICI Bank, Flipkart, Godrej, etc.
The highest salary package offered at Rajagiri Business School is INR 16.05 LPA. The top recruiting companies are includes Amazon, Federal Bank, South Indian Bank, Aditya Birla, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, HDFC Bank, Kotak Life Insurance, KPMG, TATA Consultancy Services, ICICI Prudential, Skoruz Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Dorset, Tokyo Freight Services, Ignitho Technologies, etc.
These are some of the prominent companies that have been part of the placement process at Rajagiri Business School in recent years.
Some of the top companies that visit Rajagiri Business School for placements includes Amazon, Federal Bank, South Indian Bank, Aditya Birla, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, HDFC Bank, Kotak Life Insurance, KPMG, TATA Consultancy Services, ICICI Prudential, Skoruz Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Dorset, Tokyo Freight Services, Ignitho Technologies, and many more.
These are some of the prominent companies that have been part of the placement process at Rajagiri Business School in recent years
RCBS Scholarships 2025
Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies, Kochi offers two types of scholarships, Diversity Scholarship and Career and Talent Scholarship. A total of 21 Diversity Scholarships are offered with a 25% tuition fee waiver to the students subject to fulfilment of the eligibility criteria. Similarly, RCBS Kochi offers 10 Career and Talent Scholarships with a 25-50% tuition fee waiver to CAT-qualified candidates with over 80 percentile.
Commonly asked questions On Scholarships
Yes, Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies offers scholarships to its talented students.
Candidates wanting to avail RCBS Diversity scholarship must meet the prescribed eligibility criteria. The decision of the scholarship committee is final. RCBS Kochi MBA aspirants who meet the below criteria can apply for the Diversity scholarship scheme:
- Aspirants must be non-Keralites
- The eligibility criteria for admission must be fulfilled
- Selection done based on three-stage selection process laid down by the Admissions Office of RCBS
- Conditions based on Merit/ Means stipulated by the admission committee must be fulfilled
Candidates interested to apply for Diversity Scholarship available at RCBS Kochi can fill out the form on the official website of the institute. The applications are screened by the Rajagiri Scholarship for Excellence Committee of RCBS to select candidates.
RCBS Courses and Fees 2025
RCBS Kochi offers six programmes such as MBA, PGDM, MHRM, PGDM for Working Professionals and International Exchange MBA including a doctoral-level Fellow Programme in Management. The duration of all PG courses is two years and are offered in full-time mode. Admission to all courses is granted on the basis of a valid score in the entrance exam CAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ KMAT followed by a round of Group Discussion, Personal Interview and Written Skill Test conducted by the Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies. A quick snapshot of RCBS Kochi admission 2025 is given below:
| Courses | Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
MBA/PGDM(3 courses) | 1.8 L - 7 LGet Fee Details | |
M.A.(1 course) | 1.8 LGet Fee Details |
Commonly asked questions On Fees and Eligibility
Candidates have to fulfil the eligibility requirement specific to the applied course for admission at RCBS Kochi. The basic eligibility is graduation for PG courses. Below is course-wise eligibility for Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies:
| Course | Common Eligibility |
|---|---|
| MBA | Bachelor's degree or an equivalent degree from any other university duly recognised by Mahatma Gandhi University with at least 50% aggregate |
| PGDM | 50% aggregate in any approved degree examination or any master's degree examination |
| MA | Bachelor's degree with at least 55% aggregate in Science or Technology subjects and 50% aggregate in other subjects |
| FPM | Master’s degree or equivalent in Engineering and Technology/ Management/ Economics/ Social Science/ Biological Science/ Pure Science/ Commerce/ Humanities with at least 60% aggregate or a CGPA of 6.5 in a 10-point scale |
The total tuition fee for Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies MBA ranges between INR 1.8 lakh and INR 7 lakh. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Candidates who are selected have to pay the course fee to confirm their seat in the institute. Besides, aspirants also have to pay an application fee to register for the MBA course.
Yes, Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies considers entrance exam scores for admission. The institute selects candidates for admission based on MAT and XAT scores for PGDM and CAT for MBA. The selection for MA is based on CAT and XAT scores. Besides, admission to the FPM programme is based on the RRAT conducted by the college.
Candidates need to pass a minimum of graduation to get admission in Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies PG courses. Candidates qualifying only Class 12 are not eligible to apply for admission. Aspirants need to qualify graduation with at least 50-55% aggregate. Hence, aspirants with 60% aggregate in graduation can apply provided they also fulfil the selection requirements for the applied course.
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| College | Median Salary | Total Tuition Fees | Ranking |
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| -/- | ₹ 1.84 L - 7 L | #43 Business Today, 2024 | |
| ₹ 6.5 LPA | ₹ 7.5 L | #91 NIRF, 2025 | |
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| -/- | ₹ 46.2 K | -/- |
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RCBS Partnerships & Collaborations
Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies has several tie-ups that facilitate the sharing of resources for faculty and student training, curriculum development, research and consultancy with universities such as Western Michigan University, USA, Sellinger School of Business, Loyola College in Maryland, USA, University of Maryland, Assumption University, Bangkok, Nazareth College, Rochester, James Cook University, Australia, and Australian Catholic University, Australia. A few more tie-ups are listed below:
- Universite Catholique de Lille, France
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Hoschschule Rogensburg-Weingarten University of Applied Sciences, Germany
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Catholic University of Eichstaett - Ingolstadt, Germany
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Artevelde University College, Belgium
- VIVES University College, Belgium
RCBS FAQs
Below are the important FAQs of the Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies, Kochi:
Program | Seats |
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Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) | 180 |
Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 120 |
Master of Human Resources Management (MHRM) | 40 |
RCBS
Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 9 months ago
For admission in MBA at Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies, candidates scores in CAT/MAT/CMAT, etc. exams are considered. Hence, the cutoff is determined based on the applicants scores in the accepted exams. The school may not release its cutoff in the public domain. Hence, the candidates may have
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 9 months ago
Candidates are selected based on their entrance exam scores. RCBS Kochi considers CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, etc. for admission to specific MBA/PGDM courses. The aspirants who meet the eligibility criteria can proceed with the application formalities. These candidates are further shortlisted and called fo
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 9 months ago
Yes, RCBS Kochi is ranked by Times and Business Today for its Management course. It was also the second best Times ranked colleegs in Kerala in 2024. The ranking of the last three years' present a fluctuating trend. In 2024, Times ranked the college #31 and Business Today ranked it #43.
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Answered 9 months ago
Candidates can apply for PGDM at RCBS based on their CAT scores. The school may not release cutoff data in the public domain. However, as per gathered data, the cutoff or required percentile is as mentioned in the following table:
Section | 2024 |
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Overall | 50 |
Quants | 25 |
VA-RC | 25 |
DI-LR | 25 |
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Answered 9 months ago
Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies offers MBA and PGDM programmes. The seat count varies for each of the offered course. Out of the total 420 seats, the highest intake is for the PGDM course - 240. Besides this, there are 120 seats for MBA and 60 for International Exchange MBA. It must be noted th
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