Part Time MBA colleges in India: Admissions 2026, Fees, Exams, Eligibility, Salary

There are around 230+ part time MBA colleges in India, including 100+ private, 1 public-private, and 30+ government-run colleges. Students who wish to pursue part-time MBA are generally required to take entrance exams like CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAH CET, etc.

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Take a look at the table below to learn about the top part-time MBA colleges in India:

Particulars	Details
Number of Part Time MBA Colleges in India	230+ colleges
Annual Fees	Less than INR 1 Lakh: 50+ colleges INR 1-2 Lakh: 30+ colleges INR 2-3 Lakh: 20+ colleges INR 3-5 Lakh: 10+ colleges More than INR 5 Lakh: 20+ colleges
Top Part-Time MBA Colleges in India	IIM Bangalore, Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, Management Development Institute, IIM Raipur, Banaras Hindu University, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, etc.
Top Part-Time MBA Specializations	Finance, Sales & Marketing, Human Resources, IT & Systems, Operations, International Business, etc.
Accepted Entrance Exams	CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAH CET, etc.

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

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Yes, generally, students are admitted to the part-time MBA colleges in India based on the scores of various entrance examinations. Here are the complete details about the popularly accepted exams for a part-time MBA:

Exam Name	Exam Date	Exam Schedule	Exam Syllabus
MAT Nov 2025 (Tentative)	MAH Schedule	CAT Syllabus
MAT	May 31/June 8	MAT	May8 Schedule	MAT Syllabus
ATMA 2026 (Tentative)	XAT Schedule	MAT	May0 Syllabus
CMAT	January 2026 (Tentative)	MAT Schedule	MAT	May1 Syllabus
ATMA	June 1, 2025	ATMA Schedule	ATMA Syllabus
MAH CET	April 2026 (Tentative)	MAH CET Schedule	MAH CET Syllabus

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

Part-time MBA is more affordable and convenient. A mix of traditional and modern methods can be pursued from several renowned colleges. These include the prestigious IIMs. Fees range from INR 4 Lacs to 25 lakh.

Read More: Popular Colleges for Part-time MBA

Students enrolled in the MBA course at IIM Bangalore are eligible to apply for financial aid if their annual household income is less than INR 8 lakh. Consideration is also given to those students who are experiencing extreme financial difficulties as a result of sudden, unforeseen events. Candidates can refer to the table below to know about IIM Bangalore scholarships, along with information on eligibility requirements and award amounts:

Scholarship Name	Category	Eligibility/Amount
Aditya Birla Scholarship	Merit-Based	PGP students of both the first and the second years INR 1.75 lakh
OPJEMS Scholarship	Merit-Based	Offered to top 10 Scholars in 2nd Year INR 1.50 lakh
Citi Women’s Leader Award	Merit-Based	To Top 25% of the Batch based on 1st Year Performance
Siddhartha Padam Award	Director’s Merit	the highest CGPA in Economic, Finance & Accounting INR 50,000
IIMB PGP Alumni First Batch	Differently-Abled	INR 75,000, a Medallion, and a Certificate

Yes! Many government institutes offer a part-time MBA in India. Here are some details about some of these colleges:

College Name	Average Fees
IIM Bangalore Admission	INR 20.11 Lakh
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Admission	INR 9.45 Lakh
IIM Raipur Admission	INR 8 Lakh
Banaras Hindu University Admission	INR 70,000
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University Admission	INR 1.4 Lakh-1.52 Lakh

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

The average course fees at the top private Amity MBA colleges in India are given in the table below:

College Name	Average Fees
Management Development Institute Admission	INR 8.25 Lakh
Amity University Admission	INR 2.64 Lakh
NMIMS School of Business Management Admission	INR 16 Lakh
Symbiosis Business School (IBS) Admission	INR 5.25 Lakh
Symbiosis Centre for Management & Human Resources Admission	INR 6.22 Lakh

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

Some popular locations where students can pursue a part-time MBA in India are listed in the table below, along with the number of colleges offering it:

Location	No.of Colleges
Mumbai (All)	30 colleges
Delhi/NCR	29 colleges
Bangalore	26 colleges
Pune	19 colleges
Kolkata	14 colleges
Chennai	12 colleges
Maharashtra	54 colleges
Karnataka	29 colleges

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

• Candidates who have scored 50 per cent score in graduation can study Part-time MBA.
• Candidates, who have successfully cleared the entrance exams, can get admission to this programme.
• People who are already working in a specific industry or role, can study part-time MBA

Yes, IIM Raipur also offers an executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (ePGP) which is equivalent to executive MBA programme. Executive PGP is specially curated for working professionals to add on some trending skills which are currently required in the industry. Only candidates having a valid work experience after their graduation can apply for the executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (ePGP) at IIM Raipur.

Yes, a part-time MBA can definitely be a good option for individuals who wish to learn skills about business management and administration but cannot devote time towards a full-time degree. It is a great option for working professionals.

The table below provides the fees and salary details about some of the top part-time MBA colleges in India:

College Name	Average Fees	Average Package
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade MBA	INR 9.45 Lakh	INR 26.5 LPA
Management Development Institute MBA	INR 8.25 Lakh	INR 25.58 LPA
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University MBA	INR 1.4 Lakh-1.52 Lakh	INR 6.18 LPA
Cochin University of Science and Technology MBA	INR 17,280 - 1.27 Lakh	INR 4.1 LPA
SIMSREE- Sydenham Institute of Management MBA	INR 51,000	INR 10.5 LPA

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

Students can refer to the table below to learn about the placement salary and the top recruiting companies that hire students from the best part-time MBA colleges in India:

College Name	Average Placement Salary	Top Recruiters
Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Placements	INR 26.5 LPA	Accenture, Cognizant, Deloitte, Infosys, Wipro, etc.
IIM Kozhikode Placements	INR 26.5 LPA	Accenture, BCG, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, McKinsey Company, etc.
Management Development Institute Placements	INR 25.58 LPA	Samsung, Tata, Tech Mahindra, Puma, Wipro, PwC, Cipla, Accenture, etc.
IIM Trichy Placements	INR 18.6 LPA	Bosch Ltd, CRISIL, HCL, Infosys, Cisco, Royal Enfield, Samsung, KPMG, etc.
Chitkara College of Sales and Marketing Placements	INR 11.06 LPA	Mercedes Benz, Audi, USV Ltd, Glenmark Pharma, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, etc.

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

The duration of a Part-time MBA is flexible. Students can complete the programme as per their convenience and capabilities within three to five years. Each institute has its specific duration and some of them also allow students to take an extension to complete the programme. This is the flexibility offered by the institutes to the Part-time MBA students since they are pursuing the programme while continuing with their jobs.

A part-time MBA with relevant skills and good resume is usually accepted. You make career advancements as a working professional.

Though some employers might still prefer candidates with a full-time MBA.

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) is one of the top Management institutes in the country. It has grabbed #15 rank in the NIRF 2024 rankings in the Management category. The overall the highest and average stipend offered (for two months) during IIFT Delhi summer placement 2025 for the MBA IB batch of 2024-26 stood at INR 6 Lacs and INR 2.73 lakh, respectively. Moreover, the Sales and Marketing domain emerged as the top recruiting domain. Furthermore, in the MBA BA batch of 2024-26, the highest and average stipend stood at INR 4 Lacs and INR 1.42 lakh, respectively.

No, it is not necessary to have an MBA degree to get a job in managerial post in a Government organisation.

A PGDM in a relevant specialisation can be equally eligible or suitable for a managerial role in a Government organisation also.

 

Some of the popular Govt. PGDM Colleges are given in the table below:

• IIM Kozhikode
• IIM Shillong
• XLRI Jamshedpur
• MDI, Gurgaon
• MICA, Ahmedabad
• IIM Lucknow
• Great Lakes Institute of Management

Yes, it is very much necessary to take entrance exams for PGDM courses in India, If you want to take admission int reputable and top-tier B-schools then it is very crucial. 

While some institutions offer direct admission based on graduation merit, most colleges require valid scores from national-level tests like CAT, XAT, CMAT, NMAT, or MAT. 

PGDM courses are industry oriented unlike MBA, which are more theoretical in nature. PGDMs focus more on grooming programs, mentorship & industry exposure.

Also the placement services are more rigorous with PGDM programs. Hence, PGDM course from a recognised institute is usually good to pursue good salary options.

MBA admission process in top MBA colleges opens every year in the month of July/August and closes after 2-3 months from the opening date. While IIFT, IIMs, XLRI, NMIMS, SIBM among others open their admission process in July-August, other top MBA colleges like FMS, MDI, SPJIMR, IMI, IMT begin their admission process in September-October and close it in December.

If you are planning to do MBA from one of the top MBA colleges in India, you must be aware how to take admission in MBA college and understand very well the MBA admission process of the MBA college where you want to apply.

The total number of seats allocated to the MBA course at IIM Nagpur is 280. To get a seat in this programme, applicants must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate (5% relaxation for reserved category candidates) in any discipline from a recognised university. Further, the selection process is based on CAT, Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion & Personal Interview, Academic Merit, Gender Diversity & Work Experience.

The first year of the University of Calicut MBA focuses on building a rock-solid foundation in business basics. During these two semesters, the University of Calicut teaches subjects like Managerial Economics, Accounting for Managers, and Organizational Behavior. By mastering these core areas, University of Calicut MBA students develop the analytical mindset needed to tackle complex corporate challenges before moving into their specific areas of elective specialisation in the second year.

LIBA CAT cutoff 2025 was announced for admission to the PGDM course for various All India categories. For the General AI category, the estimated CAT percentile was 80 overall and 50 for the Quants, VA-RC, and DI-LR sections. 

Students who attain percentiles above this are eligible to proceed to the next rounds of admissions, which involve WAT, GD and PI. 

Note -  The cutoff data given here is based on an estimate of the previous years and is not the official data. 

Banaras Hindu University accepts CAT and CUET-PG scores for admission to its MBA programmes. For the MBA (IB) and MBA courses, aspirants should have a valid score of CAT. Shortlisted candidates are further called for the group discussion and personal interview round. The selection rounds along with the assigned weightage are mentioned below:

• Qualifying exam: 50% weightage
• Academic record: 20% weightage
• GDPI (conducted by FMS, BHU): 30% weightage

AMU conducts its own entrance test called Aligarh Muslim University Common Admission Test (AMU-CAT) for admission to the MBA course. The Admission Test shall be held at Aligarh, Kolkata & Kozhikode. Based on the marks secured by the candidates in the AMU-CAT entrance test, a merit list for admission will be drawn. Candidates whose names appear in the merit list released by the University are then required to appear for the Group Discussion & Personal Interview (GD & PI) round. The final selection is based on the candidates' performance in the counselling process, conducted by AMU.

A total of 430 seats are reserved for MBA at MSU Baroda. However, a total of 190 seats are reserved for Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda and 240 is for Faculty of Management Studies, Baroda, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda. Students can check the table presented below to have a clear understanding:

Institutes	Seats
MSU - The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda	190
Faculty of Management Studies, Baroda, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda	240

No, CAT is not the only exam based on which admission is granted. GGSIPU accepts the CAT percentile for MBA admission basis on which a merit list of selected candidates is released for the counselling round. Moreover, for the MBA in IT course, the university conducted IPU CET exam is accepted. In case the seats are left vacant after CAT candidates, then the seat allotment is carried out based on the candidate's CMAT scores.

MJPRU offers admission to MBA course in both full-time and part-time mode. The total seat intake for all MBA courses offered at MJPRU is 190. Aspirants will be offered admission through a valid CUET PG score. Candidates must also submit their past academic records at the time of applying for the course. The admission process is common for all seats. After the completion of the selection process, the final seat allotment is done through UPTAC Counselling process.

MBA is one of the popular courses of CUSAT. Cochin University is ranked 41 among the top universities in the country as per NIRF 2022 rankings. In 2023 rankings, the university made a position jump to 37. Looking at the placement, CUSAT MBA 2023 placements statistics are also available. The highest and average package offered to the participants of the placement drive stood at INR 20.14 LPA and INR 9.32 LPA, respectively. In addition, four international offers were made.

Talking about curriculum, the two year MBA (Full-time) programme at School of Management Studies offers both core and elective courses. Students also get a chance to take up internship programmes during the summer break after the first year wherein they are mandated to carry out project work in their chosen companies for internship.

Candidates need the following documents while filling the CAT application form:

• A recent passport size photo (color against white background)
• Scanned signature with black pen on white paper
• Any photo ID card like PAN card, Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Passport 
• Class 10 marksheet 
• Class 12 marksheet 
• Graduation marksheet 
• Permanent address proof 
• Work experience documents Reserved category students need to upload Category Certificate along with the CAT application form. The Certificate is available on the CAT website. Candidates can download, fill it, get it attested by competent authority and upload it as PDF with the CAT application form. 
• The PwD category students also have to fill the PwD form and Scribe affidavit along with the exam application form. This is necessary for getting scribe facility and PwD facility at the test centre. The CAT application form is same for students from all categories. Those belonging to a particular category (SC/ST/PwD) will be required to mention it in the relevant field of the CAT form.

The course-wise average package offered during SBM NMIMS MBA placements 2024 and 2023 are presented below:

Course	Average Package
MBA	INR 25.13 LPA (2024)
MBA HR	INR 18.64 LPA (2024)
MBA Pharmaceutical Management	INR 10.4 LPA (2024)
MBA Digital Transformation	INR 15.9 LPA (2023)
MBA Business Analytics	INR 17.85 LPA (2023)

The total intake for PGDM course is 1,050. These seats are further distributed over the PGDM specialisations offered at the institute. Find below the distribution of the total ISBR PGDM seats over some specialisations:

Courses	Seats
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) (General)	240
PGDM in Healthcare Management	30
PGDM in Product Management	30
PGDM in Data Science and Business Analytics	30
Global PGDM with Dual Specialization	25

Yes, MBA is available at SCMHRD. This course is spread across four semesters. Aspirants who have passed a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with at least 50% aggregate can apply for the course. Other than the general MBA, the institute also offers the following MBA courses:

• MBA in Business Analytics
• MBA in Infrastructure Development and Management

The flagship courses offered at SIMSREE - Sydenham Institute of Management Studies Research and Entrepreneurship Education are MBA/PGDM, Executive MBA/PGDM, MMS. The Institute has experienced faculty offering the best education to students. On the basis of Shiksha verified reviews, SIMSREE - Sydenham Institute of Management Studies Research and Entrepreneurship Education has a rating of 4.2 by students. The college's campuslife, placements, faculty and Infrastructure has been rated as 4.2, 4.1, 4.2 and 3.5 as per reviews by students.

IISWBM offers a two year evening MBA course affiliated to the University of Calcutta and approved by AICTE. The total tuition fee charged by IISWBM MBA (evening) in INR 5.64 Lacs and according to the reviews provided by the verified Shiksha iser the average package offered during IISWBM Placements drive was INR 10 LPA. 

IISWBM is ranked 2nd best B-School in Kolkata and 8th in the eastern zone by the Fortune India's Best B-Schools' in 2022. It is also ranked at 14th place in India and 4th in eastern zone by The Week India's Best B-Schools' in 2022.

Hence, it can be concluded that MBA from IISWBM is worth investing candidates time and money.