Best CMAT Colleges in Karnataka

WeSchool specializes in PGDM courses which are similar to MBA courses, except the fact that PGDM courses provide more practical exposure. The tuition fees for these courses is about INR 14 lakh to INR 15 lakh. Hostel accommodation is compulsory for Bengaluru Campus with the hostel fees being Rs. 1,25,400 p.a. along with refundable deposits of Rs. 14,000.

Candidates must have passed graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% aggregate in case of SC/ ST) to apply for MBA programme at ISBR Business School. Besides, aspirants should have a valid score in CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, NMAT, GMAT, ATMA, etc. to apply for admission. Those without any of the accepted entrance exam scores can appear for ISBR Aptitude Test for admission.

The total cost to pursue an MBA from KLE Technological University includes tuition fees, hostel fees, etc. Combining all, the total fees to complete the programme range from Rs. 3.2 L to Rs. 5.40 L. Students interested in knowing the entire fee structure can check the table below -

Fee components	Amount
Tuition	2 L
Hostel	1.2 L - 3.4 L
Total fee	3.2 L - 5.40 L

Note - This info is taken from the official website and can vary.

The median salary package offered to the students after finishing MBA/PGDM from GITAM School of Business, Bengaluru is INR 440,000. While, the Median package offered by School of Management, CMR University after completion of MBA/PGDM is INR 350,000. Basis these stats, GITAM School of Business, Bengaluru is better option compared to School of Management, CMR University on the Median salary parameter.

The median salary package offered to the students after finishing MBA/PGDM from NITTE Meenakshi Institute of Technology is INR 840,000. While, the Median package offered by Siddaganga Institute of Technology after completion of MBA/PGDM is INR 360,000. Basis these stats, NITTE Meenakshi Institute of Technology is better option compared to Siddaganga Institute of Technology on the Median salary parameter.

The median salary package offered to the students after finishing MBA/PGDM from Sir M. Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology is INR 500,000. While, the Median package offered by Global Academy of Technology after completion of MBA/PGDM is INR 425,000. Basis these stats, Sir M. Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology is better option compared to Global Academy of Technology on the Median salary parameter.

The overall placement rate for CAIAS is yet to be released. However, the placement rate for MSc Psychology has been released. Check the table below to know more:

The total seats offered for MBA/PGDM at NMAM Institute of Technology, NITTE University and Bangalore Institute of Technology are 180 and 120, respectively. Hence, there are higher chances of getting a seat at NMAM Institute of Technology, NITTE University due to higher seats.

Bangalore Institute of Management Studies accept national/state level exam scores for MBA course admission. The accepted exams are KMAT/Karnataka PGCET/MAT/CAT/CMAT. Candidates shortlisted based on exam score have to further participate in the group discussion and personal interview round. Following this, candidates can pay the fee for admission confirmation.

St. Xavier's College is a good institute in Bangalore in terms of MBA placements. The institute offers 100% placement assistance. the highest and average package secured by batch 2026 was INR 26 LPA and INR 10 LPA.

The median salary package offered to the students after finishing MBA/PGDM from RV Institute of Management is INR 600,000. While, the Median package offered by Mount Carmel College after completion of MBA/PGDM is INR 360,000 - INR 535,000. Basis these stats, RV Institute of Management is better option compared to Mount Carmel College on the Median salary parameter.

Ramaiah Institute of Management Studies PGDM admissions do not require candidates to have prior work experience. However, candidates who can show valid work experience during Ramaiah Institute of Management Studies admissions will be given preference over other candidates.

Hence, work experience is recommended to candidates who are interested in pursuing PGDM at Ramaiah Institute of Management Studies.

NIT Surathkal MBA fees is INR 4 lakh. The fee structure also includes other charges like admission fees, hostel fees, development & training fees, etc. 

Note: The amount is taken from official sources and can change.

No, candidates cannot get direct admissions into the MBA course offered by GITAM Deemed to be University, Bengaluru. Admission to the GITAM Deemed to be University, Bengaluru MBA course is entrance based where candidates who score above the cutoff rank are further evaluated in an interview round.