What is the eligibility criteria for PGP EMBA in MET Institute of Management?

Post Graduate Programme in Empowered Management & Business Administration (PGP EMBA) is a two-year flagship programme at MET Institute of Management, spread across four certificates and offering specialisations in Marketing, Finance, and Human Resources. Eligibility criteria for these programme includes a graduate in any discipline from a recognised university. Also, candidates appearing for the final examination can apply. Entry-level exams are optional for this programme

What are the registration dates for CAT?

CAT application process for the current year has already been concluded. The exam has also been conducted. The results and answer key are expected to be released at the iimcat.ac.in website. The CAT 2026 registration dates are not announced yet.

What is the eligibility criteria to pursue MBA with CAT, MAT or XAT?

The eligibility criteria to pursue MBA through CAT MAT or XAT exams may vary slightly depending on the institutes that accept these scores. However, here are the general eligibility criteria for these exams: CAT: A Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD categories) or equivalent CGPA from a recognised university Final year Bachelor's degree candidates can also apply, provided they complete their degree requirements before the specified date There is no age limit to apply for CAT MAT: A Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university There is no minimum aggregate percentage requirement to appear for MAT however, individual institutes may have their own criteria for admission Final year Bachelor's degree candidates can also apply, provided they complete their degree requirements before the specified date XAT: A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline from a recognised university There is no minimum aggregate percentage requirement to appear for XAT however, individual institutes may have their own criteria for admission Final year Bachelor's degree candidates can also apply, provided they complete their degree requirements before the specified date It's important to note that different institutes may have their own eligibility criteria for admission, which may include minimum percentage of marks in graduation, work experience, and performance in the entrance exam, among other factors. So, it's always recommended to check the eligibility criteria of the specific institutes you are interested in, and ensure that you meet their requirements.

Which IIM has highest placement package?

Refer to the table below to know which IIM has the highest package: Particulars Highest Package (2024) Average Package (2024) Offers Made (2024) IIM Lucknow INR 30 LPA INR 123 LPA 600+ IIM Kozhikode INR 31.02 LPA INR 67.02 LPA 559 IIM Calcutta INR 35.07 LPA INR 115 LPA 573 IIM Indore INR 25.68 LPA INR 100 LPA NA

MBA Admission 2026: Registration, Eligibility, Seat Allotment, Dates

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Updated on Sep 14, 2025 16:41 IST

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Chennai is the hub of engineering and management education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Some of the top ranked MBA colleges like Great Lakes Institute of Management, Loyola Institute of Business Administration, SRM School of Management and Amity Global Business School are situated in this city.

There are over 151 MBA colleges in Chennai as listed on Shiksha. A major benefit of pursuing MBA from Chennai is that this city is fast growing as an IT and business hub with a number of MNCs have their offices in the city. It is also one of the four major metropolitan cities in India that attracts business and investment from all quarters.

Candidates planning to pursue MBA course must consider Chennai as their preferred location. To help candidates choose a college in Chennai for MBA admission in 2026, Shiksha has collated a list of top MBA colleges in Chennai, their course fee and application dates. While planning for MBA admission in the 2026 academic year, candidates must keep in mind entrance exam dates and college application dates, both.

Also Read: MBA admission 2026: Application Process Begins for Top B-Schools

Q: Is it true that candidates with work experience are preferred over freshers for admission into MBA/PGDM programmes?

Work experience is an added advantage but not a restrictive criteria for MBA. Selection committee takes into consideration several other parameters like, entrance exam performance, academics scores, ECA, leadership qualities, communication, ability, problem solving skills, analytical ability, confidence and poise.

Q: What parameters will the MBA admission application be evaluated on?

A candidate's MBA application is evaluated on academic score (class 10, class 12, graduation, post graduation, professional degree), entrance exam score, academic diversity and work experience (if applicable). Candidature of an individual with work experience in more valued than that of a fresh graduate.

Q: What are the pre-requisites for admission to MBA?

For admission to a reputed MBA college in India, the candidate must have completed graduation with at least 50 per cent in aggregate and should have taken an MBA entrance exam in the same academic year (GMAT is an exception). National level entrance exams scores of which are widely accepted include CAT, XAT, MAT, NMAT, GMAT, ATMA, CMAT.

Q: When do IIMs release application forms for their MBA programme?

The IIMs do not release separte application form for MBA admission. The CAT exam form released every year in August doubles up as the IIM admission form. Candidate have to select the IIM campuses of their choice in the CAT application form for admission registration. Candidates get shortlisted by the IIMs or WAT-PI round as per their score and institute selection.

Table of contents

MBA Admission 2026: Application Deadline
MBA Admission Important Dates
FAQs on MBA Admission Chennai

MBA Admission 2026: Application Deadline

Mentioned below are popular MBA colleges in Chennai where admission process 2026 will begin soon.

MBA College	Application Status	Course Fee*
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai	To open soon	INR 19.25 Lakh
IIT Madras - DoMS	To open soon	INR 8.00 Lakh
Loyola Institute of Business Administration	To open soon	INR 15.26 Lakh
SRM School of Management	To open soon	INR 6.10 Lakh
Academy of Maritime Education and Training	To open soon	INR 3.00 Lakh
Amity Global Business School, Chennai	To open soon	INR 3.40 Lakh
Sai Ram Institute of Management Studies	To open soon	NA
Bharath University - Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research	To open soon	INR 2.00 Lakh
ITM Business School, Chennai	To open soon	INR 8.95 Lakh
MEASI Institute of Management	To open soon	INR 2.00 Lakh
Crescent School of Business	To open soon	INR 7.14 Lakh
SSN School of Management	To open soon	INR 5.00 Lakh
Rajalakshmi School of Business - RSB	To open soon	INR 6.10 Lakh
VIT Business School	To open soon	INR 2.24 Lakh
XIME, Chennai	To open soon	INR 7.50 Lakh
VELS, Chennai	To open soon	INR 1.55 Lakh
IIKM Business School	To open soon	INR 5.00 Lakh
Indian Institute of Logistics, Chennai	To open soon	INR 1.73 Lakh
Indian School of Science and Management	To open soon	INR 2.21 Lakh

*Course fee mentioned above is for previous year. Course fee may increase for the upcoming academic year.

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Commonly asked questions

Q: On what grounds do MBA institutes offer scholarships?

Most MBA institutes offer scholarships on merit basis (academic records, entrance exam score, performance in first year of MBA) or on the basis of caste category (SC/ST/EWS/PwD). Candidates can check scholarship criteria of their preferred MBA college to avail the provision.

Q: What is the fee for full-time MBA programme?

Since, MBA is an expensive educational programmes, the fees is on the higher side. Normally, MBA fees ranges from INR 2 Lacs to INR 30 lakh. The lowest fee of a full time MBA programme in India is the programme offered by Faculty of Management Studies, Delhi which is INR 40,000 per semester.

Q: How can I avail education loan for MBA course?

Many MBA institutes in India provide financial aid to their students by helping them in availing educational loans offered by nationalized banks. The loan can be repayed after the candidate has completed the programme and been selected for a job during campus placements. The aspirants must check for this facility before applying.

Q: What is the difference between private MBA institutes and government MBA institutes?

A major difference between private MBA institutes and government MBA institutes is course fee. While, the course fee of private MBA institutes is normally high INR 8 Lacs and upwards, the course fee of government MBA institutes is much less (up to INR 2 Lacs on an average). Secondly, all government MBA institutes are UGC recognized, but it may not be so with all private institutes.

MBA Admission Important Dates

Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of MBA Admission 2026 exam

Dates	Past Exam Dates
04 Jan ' 26	XAT 2026
20 Dec ' 25	SNAP 2025 -3
14 Dec ' 25	SNAP 2025 -2
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FAQs on MBA Admission Chennai

Check below FAQs on MBA admission Chennai colleges:

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the weightage of GD/PI section in MBA admission?

In most of the MBA colleges, the weightage of GD/PI for admission is higher than or equal to entrance exam score. At several IIMs, while CAT score has 30 percent weightage, GD/PI has 40 percent weightage. At non-IIMs too, more weightage is given to GD/PI as shortlisting of candidates is mainly based on personality assessment, to judge whether the candidate can be a good manager or not.

Q: I am in the final year of graduation. Can I apply for admission to MBA programme?

Yes, final year graduation students are eligible to apply for MBA, however their admission will be provisional until submission of final year marksheet. Most of the colleges ask the candidates to submit their graduation certificate or final year marksheet by October. They should have scored a minimum of 50 percent aggregate in graduation (45 per cent for SC/ST/PwD).

Q: What is the ideal duration of work experience for admission to MBA?

The duration of work experience vary from institute to institute. However, the aspirants must note that too many (over five years) or too less (one year or less) work experience are considered appropriate. If you have over 5 years of work experience, then EMBA programme is more suitable for you.

Q: After securing admission in an MBA college, can I request a deferral to next year?

Many MBA colleges in India including the IIMs have the provision of deferral. Which means you can block a seat in the college upon final selection and join the course in the next batch (a year later). However, the candidates must check the rules and regulations of their desired institute before applying to confirm whether it offers this provision.