MBA in Entrepreneurship Admission 2026: Dates, Eligibility, Fees, & Selection Process

Updated on Jun 13, 2025 05:56 IST

Admission to MBA in Entrepreneurship is based on entrance exams like CAT, XAT, MAT, SNAP, NMAT, and TANCET. Candidates can go find both government and private colleges. 

With over 271 top colleges, comprising of 220 private and 22 government colleges, MBA Entrepreneurship is one of the most preferred choices of individuals willing to pursue entrepreneurship. 

Latest Updates for MBA in Entrepreneurship:
The MAH MBA CET 2026 application form is expected to be available at the end of December 2025, and the session 1 exam for admission to MBA/PGDM and MMS courses will be conducted from Apr 6 to Apr 8, 2026.

Eligibility

See the eligibility for top colleges in India that provide MBA Entrepreneurship Course: 

Top MBA Entrepreneurship Colleges in India MBA Entrepreneurship Course

Top MBA in Entrepreneurship Colleges Eligibility Criteria

IIM
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  • Candidate must have passed Graduation in the relevant stream from a recognized University.
  •  A valid score from a management entrance exam like CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT is also required.
IIT
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)
  • Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD categories) in any discipline.
Jamia Millia Islamia
  • MBA in Entrepreneurship and Family Business
  • Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree (10+2+3) in any discipline with at least 50% marks from a recognized university or institute.
XLRI
  • PGDM in Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Venture Creation
  • Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree from any university or institution recognized by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
  • Preference will be given to candidates with startup or relevant business experience.
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management
  • MBA in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • The candidate must be a graduate from a recognized university or institution of national importance, achieving a minimum of 50% marks or an equivalent grade.
  •  Candidates also need to appear for and score well on the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP).

Source: Multiple external sites, hence the info may change

 

Admission Procedure 2025

  1. Do a personal-level research and know the eligibility for the UG and PG courses.
  2. See if the admission has any entrance.
  3. Register, prepare, and appear for the exams the colleges accept and wait for the results.
  4. Apply to the universities/ colleges by filling out the application/ registration form.
  5. Check out the official websites for your score.
  6. Attend counselling sessions if shortlisted.
  7. Pay the fees and get your documents verified before you start with your classes. 

Entrance Exams 

MBA Entrepreneurship Entrance Exams MBA Entrepreneurship Entrance Exam Dates MBA Entrepreneurship Entrance Exam Schedule 

CAT 2025

Nov '25 (Tentative)

CAT Exam Date 2025

MAT 2025

MAT PBT - 31 May ' 25

MAT CBT - 08 Jun ' 25

MAT Exam Date 2025

XAT 2026

Jan '26 (Tentative)

XAT Exam Date 2026

CMAT 2026

Jan '26 (Tentative)

CMAT Exam Date 2026

ATMA 2025

01 Jun ' 25

ATMA Exam Date 2025

MAH CET 2026

Mar '26 (Tentative)

MAH CET Exam Date 2026

NMAT 2025

Nov '25 (Tentative)

NMAT Exam Date 2025

TANCET 2026

Mar '26 (Tentative)

TANCET Exam Date 2026

CUET PG 2026 Mar '26 (Tentative) CUET PG Exam Date 2026

KMAT 2025

Sep '25 (Tentative)

KMAT Exam Date 2025

SNAP 2025

Dec '25 (Tentative)

SNAP Exam Date 2025

Note: From multiple external sites and results can change 

Top Entrance Exam Syllabus

Entrance Exam

Syllabus Details


CAT

The CAT exam syllabus includes three subjects – Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension (VARC), Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning (DILR), and Quantitative Aptitude (QA). The main topics of focus while covering the CAT syllabus are Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Percentages, Graphs, English Grammar, Coding-Decoding, Series Completion, etc.


MAT

MAT Syllabus includes Language Comprehension, Intelligence Critical Reasoning, Data Analysis and Sufficiency, Mathematical Skills, and Indian and Global Environment. The syllabus for MAT has been designed to check the candidate’s analytical skills, logical aptitude, English comprehension, and general awareness.

XAT

The XAT exam syllabus includes topics from Decision Making, Verbal & Logical Ability, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation, and General Knowledge.

CMAT

CMAT Syllabus consists of five subjects – Quantitative Techniques & Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, Language Comprehension, General Awareness, and Innovation & Entrepreneurship.

SNAP

SNAP syllabus includes topics from General English, Quantitative Ability, and Reasoning like other entrance exam syllabus.

Note: From multiple external sites and results can change 

MBA in Entrepreneurship Best Colleges

To know more about the admission details for MBA Entrepreneurship courses, refer to the section below. 

MBA in Entrepreneurship Government Colleges

MBA in Entrepreneurship Government Colleges Admission Details

Average Fees

Kumaun University MBA Entrepreneurship Admission INR 2,040
MJPRU MBA Entrepreneurship Admission INR 8,000
Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University MBA Entrepreneurship Admission INR 60,900
Pondicherry Engineering College MBA Entrepreneurship Admission INR 76,100
Madurai Kamaraj University MBA Entrepreneurship Admission INR 80,000
Jamia Millia Islamia MBA Entrepreneurship Admission INR 1.3 Lakh
NSUT MBA Entrepreneurship Admission INR 1.8 Lakh
Dr BR Ambedkar University MBA Entrepreneurship Admission INR 3.22 Lakh
Chandragupt Institute of Management MBA Entrepreneurship Admission INR 6 Lakh
Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India MBA Entrepreneurship Admission INR 4.05 Lakh - 10.98 Lakh

Note: From different sites and can change 

MBA in Entrepreneurship Top Private Colleges

MBA in Entrepreneurship Private Colleges Admission Details Average Fees

B. S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute Of Science And Technology MBA in Entrepreneurship Admission

INR 5.2 Lakh - 7 Lakh

Graphic Era Deemed to be University MBA in Entrepreneurship Admission

INR 7.17 Lakh

IMT Ghaziabad MBA in Entrepreneurship Admission

INR 20.8 Lakh

International Management Institute MBA in Entrepreneurship Admission

INR 14 Lakh

LPU MBA in Entrepreneurship Admission

INR 8 L - 9.6 Lakh

Parul University MBA in Entrepreneurship Admission

INR 3.84 Lakh

PSGCT Coimbatore MBA in Entrepreneurship Admission

INR 35,000

Symbiosis Institute of Business Management MBA in Entrepreneurship Admission

INR 17.2 Lakh

XLRI Jamshedpur MBA in Entrepreneurship Admission

INR 15 Lakh

Note: From different sites and can change 

 

MBA in Entrepreneurship Colleges

Use these links and find popular MBA in Entrepreneurship colleges in India based on entrance exams. 

MBA in Entrepreneurship Placements 

MBA in Entrepreneurship Colleges

Salary Offered

University Business School, Chandigarh Placements

INR 13.70 LPA

Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi Placements

INR 10.28 LPA

Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi Placements

INR 10.2 LPA

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University Delhi, Kashmere Gate Placements

INR 7 LPA

Ramaiah Institute of Management, Bangalore Placements

INR 6.50 LPA

DAVV - Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, Indore Placements

INR 6.32 LPA

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University, Bareilly Placements

 INR 5 LPA

Dayalbagh Educational Institute (DEI), Agra Placements

INR 3.60 LPA

Note: Info from external sites and can change 

Table of contents
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular MBA in Entrepreneurship Colleges in India
  • Popular Private MBA in Entrepreneurship Colleges in India
  • Popular MBA in Entrepreneurship Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses

Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for MBA in Entrepreneurship. Students interested in pursuing a career on MBA in Entrepreneurship, generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

24 Dec ' 25

CAT 2025 result announcement

8 Dec ' 25 - 10 Dec ' 25

CAT 2025 answer key challenge

14 Feb ' 26 - 22 Feb ' 26

IBSAT 2025 Selection Process

30 Dec ' 25

IBSAT 2025 Result

23 Feb ' 26

MAT Feb 2026 PBT Registration last date

26 Feb ' 26

MAT Feb 2026 PBT admit card

Popular MBA in Entrepreneurship Colleges in India

Following are the most popular MBA in Entrepreneurship Colleges in India. Learn more about these MBA in Entrepreneurship colleges (Courses, Reviews, Answers & more) by downloading the Brochure.
1 Course
17.72 L
26.04 LPA

#11 NIRF

1 Course
15 L

#10 NIRF

24 K
2.46 LPA
6.16 L - 6.78 L
4.2

#32 NIRF

Entrepreneurship Applications open till Jan 31, 2026. Apply Now

1 Course
1.41 L
3.0

#28 NIRF

1 Course
19.7 L
17.04 LPA

#25 NIRF

Popular Private MBA in Entrepreneurship Colleges in India

1 Course
4.42 L
4.0
4.5 L - 5.2 L

#235 Business Today

Entrepreneurship Applications open. Apply Now

5.0
5.0
1 Course
10.75 L
12 LPA

#158 Business Today

Entrepreneurship Applications open. Apply Now

12.05 L

#95 Business Today

Entrepreneurship Applications open. Apply Now

7.8 L

#101-125 NIRF

Popular MBA in Entrepreneurship Specializations

Following are the most popular MBA in Entrepreneurship Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

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