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IIM Ahmedabad - Indian Institute of Management

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2 CoursesStar Icon4.6
₹25 L
₹20 - 31.58 LPA
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IIM Bangalore - Indian Institute of Management

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2 CoursesStar Icon4.8
₹24.5 L
₹32.61 LPA
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Q:   Which is the No. 1 MBA college in India?
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IIM Ahmedabad emerged to be as the No. 1 MBA college in India followed by IIM Bangalore and IIM Kozhikode. Listed below are the various colleges along with their NIRF ranking over the past three years, i.e. from 2022 to 2024:

Top CollegesNIRF 2022NIRF 2023NIRF 2024
Indian Institute of Management, (IIM) Ahmedabad111
Indian Institute of Management, (IIM) Bangalore222
Indian Institute of Management, (IIM) Kozhikode533
Indian Institute of Technology, (IIT) Delhi454
Indian Institute of Management, (IIM) Calcutta345
IIM Mumbai (formerly known as NITIE)976
Indian Institute of Management, (IIM) Lucknow667
Indian Institute of Management, (IIM) Indore788
XLRI-Xavier School of Management1299
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay111010

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.

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Q:   What is the scope of MBA?
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The scope of MBA course is increasing day by day. MBA is one of the big job oriented professional programme and the most one which has been sought by the students. Once you have completed your degree, you have a great job opportunity in the industrial world. You may the manager or executive in term of designation.

The management term is most suited to the managers and that's why it is the way, where you can reach on the top of the height as soon as possible by using your leadership and working proficiency. An MBA professional always plays a vital role in his/her company and this is why he used to keep in touch with the board of directors. No need to specify the companies who recruit the MBA professionals. All sectors including government and public have various industries, companies, institutions or related organizations, come in the job prospective fields for an MBA professional.

Some job profiles are listed here:

  • Brand Manager
  • Account Manager
  • International Business Manager
  • Marketing Executive
  • Business Technical Consultant

All the best.

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Q:   What are the top Scholarships for Indian Students at Stanford University and how to avail them?
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Hello greetings!
Some scholarships for Indian students at Stanford University include:
Stanford Reliance Dhirubhai Fellowship
A programme that provides financial support, academic resources, and a supportive environment for Indian students.
Knight-Hennessy Scholars Program
A programme that selects up to 100 students each year to participate in an experiential leadership development programme and receive funding for up to three years of graduate study.
Other scholarships for international students at Stanford University include:
Education Future International Scholarship
Higher Education Scholarship Test for Indian Students HEST
SME Education Foundation Scholarships
Doctoral Research Grant by The Al Qasimi Foundation
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP)
Gordon Watson Scholarship
Byron Hanke Fellowship
Khyentse Foundation Individual Practice Grants
Udall Undergraduate Scholarship

To be eligible for scholarships in the US, you may need a competitive standardized test score like GRE or TOEFL. Many universities also offer need-based scholarships for students who may not have the financial resources to fund their education independently

Q:   What are the various courses offered in best MBA colleges in India?
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The table below shows the top MBA colleges in India along with their various courses offered and its total tuition fees:

College NamesCourses OfferedTotal Tuition Fee
XLRI AhmedabadMaster of Business Administration,  MBA in Food and Agri-Business Management, etc.INR 25 lakh
IIM BangaloreMBA in Business AnalyticsINR 25 lakh
XLRI JamshedpurPGDM in Human Resource Management,  PGDM1 in Business Management,  PGDM in General Management, etc.INR 15 Lacs - INR 59 lakh
SIBM PuneMBA3 in Innovation and EntrepreneurshipINR 24 lakh
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XLRI Xavier School of Management

Map Pin IconJamshedpurPvt#9 NIRF
5 CoursesStar Icon4.6
₹15 L - 58.84 L
₹24 - 29 LPA
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Parul University

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33 Courses
₹4.2 L - 8.75 L
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Nims Institute of Business Studies, NIMS University

Map Pin IconJaipur
19 Courses
₹2.8 L - 5 L
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Q:   What are the affordable MBA colleges in India?
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It is estimated that pursuing an MBA course in India can be economical. Listed below are some of the affordable MBA colleges in india which are having fees of less than INR 1 lakh:

Low-cost MBA CollegesTotal Tuition Fee
JMI FeesINR 39,000 - INR 58,000
Welingkar Mumbai FeesINR 34,000
BHU FeesINR 10,000 - INR 99,000
AMU FeesINR 30,000
Galgotias University FeesINR 90,000
BBAU Lucknow FeesINR 20,000
Q:   How many MBA colleges are there in India?
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There are 5,800+ MBA Colleges in India. Of these, 3,900+ colleges are privately owned, 540 colleges are owned by the government and 85 colleges are owned by semi government instiututions. CAT, MAT, and CMAT are some of the top entrance exams for admission to top MBA colleges in India. IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Kozhikode, XLRI Jamshedpur, IIM Lucknow, DMS IIT Delhi, IIM Kozhikode, SIBM Pune ITM Business School Navi Mumbai, VVISM, and many others are some of the top MBA colleges in India. 

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Q:   What are the qualifying CAT cutoffs for all the IIMs?
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Qualifying CAT cut off percentiles of Iims for Written Ability Test (What) and Personal Interview PI are listed below. Candidates who MET the qualifying CAT cut off, were eligible for What-PI round. These qualifying CAT cut offs are for General Category. The cut offs for Reserved category students are lower:

  1. IIM Ahmedabad: 85 percentile
  2. IIM Bangalore: 85 percentile 
  3. IIM Calcutta: 85 percentile
  4. IIM Lucknow: 90 percentile
  5. IIM Kozhikode: 85 percentile
  6. IIM Indore: 90 percentile
  7. IIM Udaipur: 93 percentile
  8. IIM Shillong: 75 percentile
  9. IIM Trichy: 93 percentile
  10. IIM Visakhapatnam: 80 percentile
  11. IIM Rohtak: 95 percentile
  12. 1IIM Nagpur: 85 percentile
  13. IIM Jammu: 93 percentile 
  14. IIM Ranchi: 90 percentile
  15. IIM Sirmaur: 92 percentile
  16. IIM Bodhgaya: 93 percentile
  17. IIM Sambalpur: 93 percentile
  18. IIM Kashipur: 94 percentile 
  19. IIM Raipur: 93 percentile
  20. IIM Amritsar: 90 percentile

For complete details of IIM selection and admission process read this article: https://www.shiksha.com/mba/articles/iim-shortlist-selection-admission-criteria-blogId-18787.

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Q:   What is the difference between MBA and PGDM?
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The main subjects in MBA and PGDM are almost the same and includes topics like Human Resource Management, Financial Management, Business Economics and Communication skills. The main difference between MBA and PGDM are:

Points of DifferenceMBAPGDM
Full formMaster of Business AdministrationPost Graduate Diploma in Management
Course LevelDegreeDiploma
EligiblityBachelor's degree with 50 per cent marksBachelor degree in any discipline
AccreditionUniversity Grants Commission (UGC)All India Council for Techncial Education (AICTE)

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Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Symbiosis International, Pune

Map Pin IconPunePvt#13 NIRF
2 CoursesStar Icon4.4
₹17.2 L - 24.2 L
₹26.04 LPA
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Department of Management Studies, IIT Delhi

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2 CoursesStar Icon4.5
₹12 L
₹22.05 LPA
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Q:   Is MBA course helpful in stock market?
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Yes, an MBA course can be very helpful for a career in the stock market and finance in general. While an MBA doesn't focus solely on the stock market, it equips students with a range of skills and knowledge that are highly relevant in this field. Courses like MBA in Finance will help you gain insight about the stock market wherein you can learn about topics like financial analysis, portfolio analysis, corporate finance and strategic planning. 

While an MBA provides a solid foundation, it's important to note that practical experience, continuous learning, and staying updated with market trends are equally vital in the stock market.

Q:   Is it really worth doing MBA in India?
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Hi, to determine the worth of joining an MBA college in India, you need to go through its Return o Investment (ROI). Listed below are some of the top MBA colleges in India along with their total tuition fees and average placement package:

College Names

Total Tuition Fees

Average Median package

DMS IIT Delhi MBAINR 11 lakhINR 24 LPA

IIM Ahmedabad MBA

INR 25 lakh

INR 20 LPA - INR 32 LPA

IIM Bangalore MBA

INR 25 lakh

INR 33 LPA

IIM Kozhikode MBAINR 18 lakh - INR 21 lakhINR 25 LPA - INR 27 LPA

IIM Lucknow MBA

INR 13 lakh

INR 30 LPA

Disclaimer: The above statistics are based on the latest data.

Hope this information proves beneficial for you!!

Q:   Which is a good state in India for pursuing an MBA?
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Hi, Maharashtra has the highest number of MBA colleges in India, i.e., 749 followed by Uttar Pradesh, Delhi NCR, Andhra Pradesh, etc. The table below shows the state-wise distribution of top MBA colleges in India along with their number and names of colleges:

StatesNumber/Names of Colleges
Maharashtra749 (NMIMS Mumbai, Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, IIM Mumbai, etc.)
Uttar Pradesh590 (IIM Lucknow, Amity University Noida, IMT Ghaziabad, etc.)
Delhi/NCR526 (DMS IIT Delhi, IIM Rohtak, MDI Gurgaon, etc.)
Andhra Pradesh502 (IIM Visakhapatnam, KL Business School, RVR and JC College of Engineering, etc.)

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Q:   What is the admission procedure in the top MBA colleges in India?
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The prerequisites for MBA programs might vary from one campus to the next. The following, however, is the basic MBA eligibility requirement:

  • As a baseline requirement for admission to the MBA (full-time) program, candidates must have earned their bachelor's degree in any discipline or its equivalent from an accredited university.
  • The majority of institutions adhere to the graduation minimum score requirement of 50% overall or an equivalent CGPA. The required minimum score for students in the reserved category is 45% overall, or an equivalent CGPA.
  • Candidates for graduation who are in their final year may also apply for an MBA if they can offer documentation that their degree was earned within the institute-specified time frame.
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IIM Kozhikode - Indian Institute of Management

Map Pin IconKozhikodeGovt#3 NIRF
5 CoursesStar Icon4.4
₹14 L - 22.5 L
₹25 - 27 LPA
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KIET Group of Institutions

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1 Course
₹2.24 L
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RV University

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3 Courses
₹11 L - 12 L
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Q:   Which is the best private MBA college in India without an entrance exam?
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The table below shows the private best MBA colleges in India with no entrance exams along with their total tuition fees and their seat intake:

Private Colleges

Total Tuition Fee/Seats

XLRI Xavier School of Management Admission

INR 15 lakh - INR 59 lakh

Seats: 920

SIBM Pune Admission

INR 24 Lakh

Seats: 910

NMIMS School of Business Management Admission

INR 13 lakh - INR 25 lakh

Seats: 1,350

SPJIMR Admission

INR 15 lakh- INR 24 lakh

Seats: 880

Amity University Noida Admission

INR 6 lakh - INR 21 lakh

Seats: 120

Chandigarh University Admission

INR 4 lakh - INR 10 lakh

LPU Admission

INR 8 lakh - INR 10 lakh

Seats: 500

VVISM Admission

INR 2 lakh - INR 11 lakh

Seats: 840

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and may vary.

Q:   What are the top Online MBA colleges in India?
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Hi, there are about 200+ Online MBA colleges in India. Some of them are mentioned below alog with their total tuition fees:

Online MBA Colleges in IndiaTotal Tuition Fee
XLRI Xavier School of ManagementINR 4 Lacs - INR 28 lakh
MDI GurgaonINR 9 lakh
SPJIMR MumbaiINR 2 lakh
IIFT DelhiINR 4 lakh
Jaipuria NoidaINR 1 lakh

Hope this information proves beneficial for you!

Q:   What are the top distance MBA colleges in India?
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Distance MBA programs in India offer flexibility and convenience for working professionals, allowing them to pursue higher education without disrupting their careers. Listed below are some of the Distance MBA colleges in India along with their total tuition fees:

Distance MBA CollegesTotal Tuition Fee
National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE)INR 15,000
IIRM HyderabadINR 1 lakh
SRM Institute of Science and Technology, KattankulathurINR 9 lakh
IGNOUINR 62,000
Institute of Distance Education, University of MadrasINR 7,000 - INR 20,000
Guwahati UniversityINR 7,000

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website.

Q:   Which are the top government MBA colleges in India?
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The table given below lists some of the top 10 government MBA colleges in India. Their course fees and accepted entrance exams are also mentioned below:

Public/Govt. Colleges

Total Tuition Fee/Seats

Entrance Exam/Eligibility

IIM Ahmedabad Admission

INR 25 lakh

CAT

IIM Bangalore Admission

INR 25 lakh

CAT

 

IIM Kozhikode Admission

INR 20.5 Lacs - INR 22.5 lakh

CAT

Department of Management Studies, IIT Delhi Admission

INR 12 lakh

CAT

IIM Calcutta Admission

INR 25 Lacs - INR 27 lakh

CAT

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website/sanctioning body and may vary.

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Indian Institute of Management Mumbai

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3 CoursesStar Icon4.6
₹14 L
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Q:   Is it expensive to study MBA in India?
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Hi, It is estimated that pursuing an MBA in India is economical, with 1,716 colleges offering MBA courses with annual fees ranging from INR 1-2 lakh. The table below showcases the names of the top MBA schools in India along with their fee ranges.

Fee Range

College Name

< INR 1 lakh

XLRI Xavier School of Management, Jamia Millia Islamia, BHU, etc.

INR 1-2 lakh

Jamia Millia Islamia, NIT Trichy, SOA University, VVISM Hyderabad, etc.,

INR 2-3 lakh

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, SOA University, IIT Kanpur, etc.

INR 3-5 lakh

IIT Kharagpur, Amity University Noida, IIT Roorkee, etc.

> INR 5 lakh

IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta, etc.

Q:   Which is the best IIM in terms of placements in India?
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Hi, IIM Bangalore offered the highest placement package ranging between INR 32 LPA. Prominent recruiters include BCG, Brain, HUL, ITC, TATA, Airtel, Amazon, Uber, etc.

The following is a list of the top recruiters and average placement packages of top MBA colleges in India:

College NameAverage Median packageTop Recruiters
IIM Bangalore PlacementsINR 32 LPABCG, Brain, HUL, ITC, TATA, Airtel, Amazon, Uber, etc.
DMS IIT Delhi PlacementsINR 24 LPAMcKinsey, BCG, Brain & Co, Deloitte, KPMG, PwC, E&Y, Infosys, etc.
IIM Ahmedabad PlacementsINR 20 LPA - INR 32 LPABoston Consultancy Group, Axis Bank, Larson and Toubro, Deloitte, etc.
IIM Lucknow PlacementsINR 30 LPADeloitte, Accenture, BCG, McK, AT Kearney, Brain, etc.

Hope this information proves beneficial for you!!

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Q:   What are the top MBA colleges accepting CAT score in India?
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The table below shows the top MBA colleges accepting CAT score in India along with their total tuition fees:

College NamesTotal Tuition Fee
IIM AhmedabadINR 25 lakh
IIM BangaloreINR 25 lakh
IIM LucknowINR 13 lakh
DMS IIT DelhiINR 11 lakh
IIM KozhikodeINR 18 Lacs - INR 21 lakh
Q:   What is the MBA full form?
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MBA stands for Master of Business Administration. MBA is a postgraduate degree in Business Management which enables students to build their career in the field of Business Administration.

The course duration of MBA varies from 12 months to 3 years (depends upon on whether it is part time course or full time course). Students who have completed graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 50% of marks or equivalent CGPA are eligible to apply for MBA course.

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IIM Calcutta - Indian Institute of Management

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2 CoursesStar Icon4.4
₹25 L - 27 L
₹31.05 - 34 LPA
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Jamia Millia Islamia

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4 CoursesStar Icon4.0
₹38.5 K - 2.1 L
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Silver Oak Institute of Business Management (SOIBM)

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2 Courses
₹5.9 L
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ASM's Institute of Business Management and Research

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7 Courses
₹4.8 L - 8.25 L
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IIM Indore - Indian Institute of Management

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₹24 - 24.5 LPA
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IIM Lucknow - Indian Institute of Management

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₹12.6 L
₹27 LPA
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₹18.67 L - 26 L
₹21.65 - 26.2 LPA
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₹6.4 L - 21 L
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IIM Rohtak - Indian Institute of Management

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2 CoursesStar Icon4.3
₹17.66 L - 18.92 L
₹17 LPA
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Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Delhi

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2 CoursesStar Icon4.3
₹17.17 L - 21.77 L
₹25 - 26.5 LPA
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S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research, Mumbai

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4 CoursesStar Icon4.2
₹14.5 L - 25 L
₹22.8 LPA
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Pune Institute of Business Management

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4 Courses
₹8.25 L - 30 L
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SOIM : School Of Innovation and Management

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2 Courses
₹9.85 L
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IIM Raipur - Indian Institute of Management

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₹16.28 L
₹17.5 LPA
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NMIMS, Mumbai

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₹10 L
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IIM Ranchi - Indian Institute of Management

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₹17.1 L - 18.9 L
₹17.64 - 18.11 LPA
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MIT College of Management, MIT-ADT University

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19 Courses
₹2.38 L - 5.42 L
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School of Management, Ajeenkya DY Patil University

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5 Courses
₹7 L
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Chandigarh University (CU)

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20 CoursesStar Icon4.3
₹5 L - 7.6 L
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IIM Udaipur - Indian Institute of Management

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3 CoursesStar Icon4.3
₹18.21 L - 20 L
₹20 LPA
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IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology

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1 CourseStar Icon4.4
₹5 L
₹14 LPA
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Jaipur National University

Map Pin IconJaipur
16 Courses
₹2.7 L - 3.97 L
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School of Business, UPES

Map Pin IconDehradun
24 Courses
₹15.94 L - 21.65 L
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