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VBS Mumbai Courses & Fees 2026: PG, Doctorate Courses

Q: What is the total tuition fee for PGDM at Vivekanand Business School?

The course fees for PGDM is INR 9.5 lakh at Vivekanand Business School. VBS also provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. Aspirants need to pay course fees to confirm their seat. The hostel fess are INR 2.15 lakh for non-AC and INR 2.55 lakh for AC rooms (subject to policy).

Q: What is the selection criteria for Vivekanand Business School PGDM admission?

The selection criteria for PGDM admission at Vivekanand Business School is based on a unique profile-based selection process. It evaluates applicants on various parameters, such as academic performances, entrance exam scores, performance in personal interview and extracurricular activities. Importance is given to every aspect of the application. The weightage given to various selection parameters is as follows: Weightage of Selection Parameters Qualifying Entrance Exam (CAT/XAT/MAT/ATMA/CMAT/GMAT/MAH-CET) 35% Past Academic Performance 10% Personal Interview 45% Work Experience 5% Extracurricular activities (Awards in Sports, Work experience, Competitions at Degree College and above, etc.) 5%

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VBS admissions 2026 are currently open.

The MAT 2026 September session registrations have started for admission to the MBA course. For the PBT mode, the registration deadline is Sep 7, 2026, with the exam scheduled for Sep 13, 2026. For CBT mode, the last date to register is Sep 14, 2026, for the exam taking place on Sep 20, 2026.

A few more updates are given below:

The CMAT 2026 result has been declared for admission to the MBA/PGDM/MMS courses. Students can download their scorecards by logging into the official website.
The CAT 2026 registrations for admission to the MBA/PGDM course are expected to open in August, 2026.
The ATMA 2026 July session result for admission to the MBA/PGDM/MMS courses will be announced on Jul 18, 2026.
The XAT 2027 registration window for admission to the MBA/PGDM course is open till Dec 6, 2026. Further, students will receive their test city confirmation by Aug 5, 2026.

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Vivekanand Business School Courses and Fees 2026

Vivekanand Business School offers PG and Doctorate level courses. The course list included FPM, MBA/PGDM, etc. By providing these many courses, it allows students to go for any course without searching for another college/university. Check out more course related detail below:

Courses	Tuition Fees	Eligibility
MBA/PGDM(1 course)	9.5 LGet Fee Details	Graduation : 50 % Exams : MAT ATMA+4 More

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Q: What is the total tuition fee for PGDM at Vivekanand Business School?

The course fees for PGDM is INR 9.5 lakh at Vivekanand Business School. VBS also provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. Aspirants need to pay course fees to confirm their seat. The hostel fess are INR 2.15 lakh for non-AC and INR 2.55 lakh for AC rooms (subject to policy).

Q: What is the selection criteria for Vivekanand Business School PGDM admission?

The selection criteria for PGDM admission at Vivekanand Business School is based on a unique profile-based selection process. It evaluates applicants on various parameters, such as academic performances, entrance exam scores, performance in personal interview and extracurricular activities. Importance is given to every aspect of the application. The weightage given to various selection parameters is as follows:

Weightage of Selection Parameters
Qualifying Entrance Exam (CAT/XAT/MAT/ATMA/CMAT/GMAT/MAH-CET)	35%
Past Academic Performance	10%
Personal Interview	45%
Work Experience	5%
Extracurricular activities (Awards in Sports, Work experience, Competitions at Degree College and above, etc.)	5%

Q: How do I apply for admission to various courses at Vivekanand Business School?

Vivekanand Business School application forms are available online. Candidates meeting the eligibility can apply for the preferred course. Check below the steps to apply:

Click on the link provided here admissionvbs.nopaperforms.com.
Register at the official website
Once verified, candidates can fill out the application form
Pay the application fee
Submit the application form

Q: Can I pay Vivekanand Business School PGDM fee in instalments?

Yes, the PGDM fee at Vivekanand Business School (VBS) is payable in four instalments. Each instalment includes various fee components (except hostel fee). The total amount of PGDM fee payable over the entire course duration is INR 9.5 lakh. The following table presents the instalment plan to pay the total fee:

Instalment: Time of Payment	Amount
Instalment I: Payable at the time of admission	INR 2.6 Lakh
Instalment II: Payable in November (Semester 2)	INR 2.6 Lakh
Instalment III: Payable in June (at admission to Semester 3)	INR 2.15 Lakh
Instalment IV: Payable in November (Semester 4)	INR 2.15 Lakh

NOTE: The mentioned fee is sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Vivekanand Business School Fee Breakup 2026

Vivekanand Business School fee structure consists of diff. components. The fee offered is INR 9,50,000. Students will be asked to pay the fee after completing the admission process of the course. This must be noted that the fee is taken from the official website / sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative. Students must check the fees for all the courses available in the table given below:

Course Name	One-Time Fee	Tuition Fee	Hostel Fee
MBA/PGDM	-/-	INR 9,50,000	-/-

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Q: What is the highest package of Vivekanand Business School?

The highest package offered during Vivekanand Business School placements 2025 was INR 21 LPA. The same is provided in the table below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2025)
the highest package	INR 21 LPA

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MBA/PGDM Admissions 2026

1 Course2 years

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

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2 Jul '26 - 16 Jul '26	MAH MBA CAP 2026 Registration Ongoing
3 Jul '26 - 17 Jul '26	MAH MBA CAP 2026 Registration Document VerificationOngoing
18 Jul '26	ATMA 2026 Result Declaration (July)

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Q: What is the ranking trend for the PGDM course of VBS?

The PGDM course of VBS has been ranked by various prominent ranking bodies over the years. In 2025, the school is ranked in the Mid-Day B-School survey, TOI B-School Survey, and IIRF B-School Ranking.

The ranking trend over the past three years based on the rankings provided by Times and Business Today is presented below:

Publisher	2022	2023	2024
Times	82	72	78
Business Today	172	159	144

Conclusion:

Times Ranking - The institute has maintained a decent ranking with a slight fluctuation over the last three years.
Business Today Ranking - The ranking shows an improving trend over the past three years.

Q: What is XAT syllabus?

XAT syllabus includes all important topics related to Verbal and Logical Ability, Decision Making and Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation and General Knowledge. You can check below subject wise important topics included in the XAT syllabus. Majority of the questions are asked from these topics.

XAT Verbal and Logical Ability syllabus: Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Analogy, Antonym/Synonym, Parajumble, Para Completion, Grammar, Critical Reasoning, Series Completion, Fill in the Blanks, etc.

XAT Decision Making syllabus: Data Arrangement, Conditioning, Grouping, Complex Arrangement, Caselets, Assumptions, Premises, Conclusions, etc.

XAT Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation syllabus: Arithmetic, Geometry, Mensuration, Percentage, Surds and Indices, Algebra, Mensuration, Bar Diagrams, Pie Charts, Tables, Data Interpretation, etc.

XAT General Knowledge syllabus: Science, Economy, Business, Politics, Static GK, Sports, Prize and Award, World, Government, Constitution of India, etc.

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4.32 years#42 Business Today

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180

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Fellowship Programme in Finance Marketing and Human Resource Management

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Q: Can I edit my application form at Vivekanand Business School?

Candidates cannot edit personal and academic details after submission of Vivekanand Business School application form. Aspirants need to contact the admission team for any corrections.

Q: Is there any seat reservation policy followed at VBS while admitting students to PGDM course?

Yes, VBS reserves seats for candidates belonging to two categories to ensure equality and diversity in each batch. The seat reservation policy followed at the institute is as follows:

Seats reserved for Defense Personnel & their children: 9 seats
Seats for Foreign Nationals under Supernumerary Quota: 27 seats (15% of total seats)

NOTE: The mentioned information is sourced from official sources. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.

Q: How to apply for admission to VBS PGDM programme?

For VBS PGDM admission, candidates can apply through the official website. It is important to check eligibility criteria before form filling. The step-wise application process is given below:

Visit the website and click on 'Apply Now' button.
Enter basic details to register.
After registration, candidate's username along with a unique password is sent to registered email ID.
Candidates shall fill/review/edit all information on each page ensuring correctness of the furnished data.
Fill in the required details, including personal information, education qualification, etc.
Pay the application fee online via net banking, credit/debit card and submit the form.

Q: What is the syllabus for CAT exam?

CAT syllabus includes all the important topics of subjects that are relevant for business aptitude. For CAT exam, candidates have to study, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension VARC Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning DILR and Quantitative Aptitude. Given below are the key topics included in the CAT syllabus.

VARC topics: Parajumbles, Paracompletion, Parasummary, Verbal Reasoning and Reading Comprehension.
Quantitative Aptitude topics: Arithmetic, Geometry, Algebra Trigonometry Modern Math, Number System and Mensuration.
DILR topics: Puzzles, Pie Charts, Venn Diagram, Tables and Bar Graphs, etc.

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Good companies come for recruitment and even for internships, like GEP Solutions, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, Reliance Retail, Aditya Birla Group, KPMG, Deloitte, PWC, EY and many more.

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Good academics and Exposure.

Placements: Our batch has 160 students. The average package offered is 7 to 8 LPA. The top recruiting companies are ICIC, Infoedge, Kalapatru and BNP Reality. All students have secured internships with the help of the placement cell. The college also provided proper guidance regarding placement procedures.

Infrastructure: The classrooms are clean and spacious. The library and computer labs are accessible. The canteen and hostel are well equipped and maintained by supportive staff. The college offers all the modern amenities like a digital board, WiFi, air-conditioned classrooms and turfs for sports enthusiasts.

Faculty: The teaching staff is highly qualified having PhD degrees and corporate experience. The students get exposure to the industry through live projects. The exams are fairly easy to pass. The curriculum is relevant to industry standards and is updated regularly as per the market needs.

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The college has a good infrastructure, facilities and faculty.

Placements: One of the highlights of our placements was the variety of companies that visited our campus bringing in exciting opportunities across different sectors. It was great to see so many well-known firms actively hiring from our course. The college is doing a commendable job in ensuring students have access to top recruiters, and those who were proactive in their job search found great opportunities.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the college is huge. The campus has a good canteen, good speed Wi-Fi, and a huge library. The library consists of various books that help the students with their exams, projects and assignments.

Faculty: The teachers are helpful, knowledgeable and highly qualified. Each of them has a way of making the students understand the concepts. The course curriculum is relevant as they have designed it per industry standards. It makes the students industry-ready. The semester exams are medium and the passing percentage is 80-90%.

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Satisfied with the college because of the key learning that I get and the placement.

Placements: Many companies visit campus for placement throughout the year and most companies are offering marketing roles. The college also has a specialization in business analytics which is recommendable as not many colleges provide this specialization.

Infrastructure: The hostel and the classroom have a great infrastructure with all the facilities available for students. There are air-conditioned classrooms and clean toilets. A great library for students to explore and read different books.

Faculty: The faculty here are the best and all of them hold Ph.D. The exams are conducted in semester patterns. Also, there is project-based learning where you have to work on a live project. Apart from this, there are also many events organized by the college.

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I am satisfied with the curriculum and facilities. Our college has good infrastructure.

Placements: Overall the companies that come on board are good. They give good placements. Roles offered are financial analyst, product manager, and company manager. The highest package goes up to 12 LPA. Top recruiting companies include banks like ICICI, Deloitte, Nomura, Morningstar, etc.

Infrastructure: The facilities and infrastructure available in the college are very good. We are provided with Wi-Fi connections throughout the entire campus, and cleanliness is maintained in classrooms, labs, and campus. The library is amazing. The hostel is not good, and the food provided in the mess is not good at all.

Faculty: Faculty members are cooperative and knowledgeable. The course curriculum is up to date. The course covers the recent knowledge to make us industry ready. Examinations are set as per the industry trends, and what the industry requires which makes us suitable for our professional lives.

Other: Events and extracurricular activities happen every month to keep us active in all senses. Scholarships are provided as per our performances which boost student motivation.

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Empowering academic environment fostering exceptional career prospects .

Placements: 1. Placement Rate: Almost 100% placement rate highlights strong career prospects. 2. Package Information: The highest Package: 14 LPA, Average Package: 8 LPA. 3. Top recruiting companies: Deloitte, ICICI, AXIS BANK, USV. 4. Internship Placement: Almost 80 to 90 percent of students got internships. 5. Top roles offered: Roles like product manager and company manager are prominent career paths.

Infrastructure: The facilities they provide include Wi-Fi, classrooms with digital boards, turfs for cricket and football (both turfs are different), a well-maintained library, and an e-library for your projects. The quality of food in the mess and canteen is good, with proper hygiene.

Faculty: 1. All faculties are well qualified and have good knowledge, providing proper guidance for your better future. 2. Yes, the PGDM courses are very relevant for your future and give you better exposure, training you for the industry. 3. The exams are quite easy; you have to study on your own and clear the exam with a 50 percent pass mark.

Other: 1. Because it gives me a better understanding of what I have to do in the future. 2. In my opinion, I don't think they have to improve anything; it's all good.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2024Read More

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5.0Placements4.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money

Placement is up to the mark, College is providing good ROI .

Placements: As per the latest report, the average package offered at Vivekananda Business School is 8 LPA, and the highest domestic package offered is 12 LPA. The highest international package offered is 19 LPA. The top recruiting companies during 2023 are Deloitte, ICICI Bank, Unity Small Finance Bank, Reliance Retail, L&T, Axis Bank, etc.

Infrastructure: The college has a very well-developed infrastructure, including fully air-conditioned classrooms and a well-equipped library that includes more than 20,000 books and e-books. The college provides hostel facilities for both boys and girls. A sports lounge is also available for indoor games like table tennis, carrom, chess, etc.

Faculty: All teachers at Vivekananda Business School are highly qualified and have profound experience in various fields. They provide the best industry knowledge, helping students to learn industry-based skills. They give internal exam marks on the basis of presentations (PPTs) and class activities.

Other: Placement is up to the mark at this college, and ROI is very good here. For the full PGDM course, the fee is 8,00,000, and the average package they offer is around 8,00,000 as well. So, the college is providing 100% ROI. The college is situated at a very good location in Chembur East, the center of Mumbai.

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Are admissions open at Vivekanand Business School?

Answered 4 months ago

Vivekanand Business School admissions are open for 2026 session. Candidates can apply online on the school's website before the deadline. The school offers admission to its flagship PGDM course based on entrance exam scores followed by performance of candidates in the PI round.

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Does Vivekanand Business School offer scholarships?

Answered 4 months ago

Vivekanand Business School provides International Academic Scholarship to 25 performing students each year. The selected students get a fully funded global learning opportunity. Aspirants contact the admission office for more details.

Nishtha Shukla

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What is the criteria for scholarship at Vivekanand Business School?

Answered 4 months ago

Vivekanand Business School offers International Academic Scholarship to top performing students. The school selects candidates for scholarship based on their merit. The entrance exam scores, academic performance and overall academic record of the candidates is considered for selection.

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What is the cost of AC rooms accommodation for PGDM candidates in VBS Mumbai?

Answered 4 months ago

Vivekanand Business School have separate boys and girls hostels. For the AC rooms, candidates have to pay a fee of INR 2.55 lakh. This fee amount is subject to policy. It may get revised in any academic session. Candidates should note that the fee is as per official sources. Hence, is indicative.

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How are the library facilities at VBS?

Answered 5 months ago

VBS Infrastructure is well-equipped with all the necessary facilities needed by students. The VBS library is a two-storey digital library with more than 15000 books, thousands of digital resources and premium databases including EBSCO, ProQuest, J Gate, NGEN, ProwessIQ, etc.

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