What were the registration dates for CAT?

CAT application process 2024 began on August 1, 2024 at the iimcat.ac.in website. The registration process ends on September 20, 2024. The schedule of CAT 2024 registration cum application was announced on July 28, 2024 at the iimcat.ac.in website. The notification for CAT 2024 was released at the IIMCAT websites and in all national newspapers. The last date to submit CAT application form 2024 was September 13, 2024 but was later extended to September 20, 2024.

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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Exam On - 14 Dec '25

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India Non-IIMs IIMs Mumbai Delhi/NCR Chennai Bangalore

Updated on Sep 14, 2025 16:36 IST

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Delhi/NCR is one of the top destinations in India for MBA and other management courses. Apart from top ranked MBA institutes, FMS-Delhi University and MDI-Gurgaon, it is host to a number of other popular B-schools like IMT-Ghaziabad, IMI, BIMTECH, IP University, JIMS and Amity University.

There are over 131 MBA colleges in Delhi/NCR as listed on Shiksha. A major benefit of pursuing MBA from Delhi/NCR is that job opportunities are galore. All the top MNCs and business houses have their offices in Delhi and NCR. Candidates planning to pursue MBA course in the upcoming session must consider Delhi/NCR as their preferred location. To help candidates choose a college in Delhi/NCR for MBA admission, Shiksha has collated a list of top MBA colleges in Delhi/NCR, their course fee and application dates. Candidates can apply for admission as per the entrance exam and application submission schedule.

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

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: 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.

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.

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MBA Admission in Delhi/NCR: Application Deadline 2025
MBA Admission Important Dates
MBA entrance exams accepted by B-Schools in Delhi NCR

MBA Admission in Delhi/NCR: Application Deadline 2025

Mentioned below are some popular MBA colleges in Delhi-NCR whose applications for 2026 admission will open soon.

MBA Colleges in Delhi-NCR	Application Status	*Course Fee
FMS-Delhi University	To open soon	INR 2.00 Lakh
MDI-Gurgaon	To open soon	INR 26.00 Lakh
IIT Delhi-DoMs	To open soon	INR 12.00 Lakh
Amity University, Noida	To open soon	INR 19.05 Lakh
BIMTECH, Noida	To open soon	INR 12 Lakh
IMI-Delhi	To open soon	INR 20.19 Lakh
JSB - Jaipuria School of Business	To open soon	INR 5.90 Lakh
AIMT - Accurate Institute of Management And Technology	To open soon	INR 5.60 Lakh
Shobhit Institute of Engineering and Technology	To open soon	INR 2.00 Lakh
Asia Pacific Institute of Management	To open soon	INR 9.65 Lakh
Lloyd Business School	To open soon	INR 2.50 Lakh
IILM Institute for Business and Management	To open soon	INR 12.90 Lakh
Institute of Management Studies (IMS), Noida	To open soon	INR 7.95 Lakh
JIMS Rohini - Jagan Institute of Management Studies	To open soon	INR 7.70 Lakh
Indian Institute of Finance	To open soon	INR 6.60 Lakh
Jaipuria Noida - Jaipuria Institute of Management	To open soon	INR 10.25 Lakh
FIIB - Fortune Institute of International Business	To open soon	INR 8.25 Lakh
IIMT Group of Colleges, Greater Noida	To open soon	INR 2.22 Lakh
JIMS, Kalkaji	To open soon	INR 7.70 Lakh
ITS - Institute of Technology and Science	To open soon	INR 6.24 Lakh
GL Bajaj Institute of Management and Research	To open soon	INR 6.00 Lakh
ASM - Apeejay School of Management	To open soon	INR 8.00 Lakh
Institute of Management Studies, Noida	To open soon	INR 6.90 Lakh
JK Business School, Gurgaon	To open soon	INR 5.50 Lakh
Shiv Nadar University	To open soon	INR 11.50 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: 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.

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.

MBA Admission Important Dates

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

Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
14 Dec ' 25	SNAP 2025 -2 ONGOING
05 Nov ' 25 - 19 Dec ' 25	NMAT 2025 ONGOING
20 Dec ' 25	SNAP 2025 -3
04 Jan ' 26	XAT 2026

Dates	Past Exam Dates
06 Dec ' 25	SNAP 2025 - 1
30 Nov ' 25	CAT 2025
28 Sep ' 25	MAT 2025 CBT
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MBA entrance exams accepted by B-Schools in Delhi NCR

B-Schools located in Delhi-NCR accept all top and national level MBA entrance exams for admission to their management courses- MBA, EMBA, PGDM, Online MBA, FPM, PhD and other certification courses. Listed below are the top exams for admission to MBA colleges in Delhi-NCR

Commonly asked questions

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: 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: 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.

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Which entrance exam scores are accepted at GIBS for admission (CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, GMAT, ATMA, State CET)?

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GIBS considers any one valid score from these exams for shortlisting candidates.

Some exams (like CAT, XAT, CMAT) are preferred for national-level merit-based selection, but State CET scores are also accepted for Karnataka domicile candidates.

Along with the entrance score, academics, work experien

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What is the average and the highest package offered to GIBS graduates?

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For GIBS Business School, Bangalore (2025 placement season), here are the latest verified salary figures offered to graduates:

Placement Packages

the highest Package: ₹16.15 LPA (Lakhs Per Annum) — this is the top salary offered to a student during the 2025 placement drive.
Average Package:

Most sou

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What documents must be submitted with the GIBS application? Is there an online and offline option?

Answered 2 days ago

Hi.

Yes — GIBS Business School, Bangalore accepts both online and offline applications for its MBA/PGDM/BBA programmes.

Documents Usually Required With Your Application

When you apply (online or offline), you must submit the following supporting documents along with your form:

Academic & Identificatio

heena agrawal

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What academic programs and specializations does GIBS offer?

Answered 2 days ago

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1. Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

This is GIBS' flagship postgraduate program, approved by AICTE, designed for students aiming at advanced careers in business and management. It offers dual specializations, so students can combine two specific focus areas to tailor their career path.

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How big is the GIBS campus in acres, and what are the key academic and recreational zones inside it?

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Campus Size

The GIBS campus in Bangalore is spread over about 10 acres of land. This green, fully-residential campus is designed to blend academic spaces with recreational and wellness facilities.

Key Academic Zones

The campus is structured to support teaching, learning, research, and industry eng

heena agrawal

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How many companies offer internships to GIBS students and what percentage of students get at least one internship?

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Number of Companies Offering Internships

According to the GIBS placement statistics for 2025, there were around 80 – 90+ companies that participated in the internship placement drive and offered internship opportunities to students.

This includes participation from a mix of large corporates and em

heena agrawal

Scholar-Level 17

Who can enroll for MBA admission at Amity International Business School?

Answered 3 days ago

Candidates must complete the basic educational qualification at Amity International Business School. Students can check the table presented below to know the detailed course-wise selection criteria:

Course Name	Eligibility	Selection Criteria
BBA	Class 12 with a 60% aggregate	PI
MBA	Graduation with a 50% aggregate	MAT/XAT/CAT/NMAT/CMAT
PhD	Post Graduate	GATE/UGC NET/GPAT/CSIR NET/ICMR JRF/ICAR AICE JRFSRF

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Can you provide examples of faculty involvement in student-led projects or industry consulting?

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Yes — at GIBS Business School (Bengaluru) faculty play an active role in student-led projects, live industry assignments, and consulting-oriented activities. Here are clear, realistic examples of how faculty get involved:

1. Faculty-Guided Live Industry Projects

Many subjects at GIBS include live

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How many students are admitted annually for BBA at GIBS?

Answered a week ago

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According to the official “Courses / BBA” listing for 2026, GIBS lists its BBA seat intake as 150.

Multiple sources (including college‑profile websites) consistently state 150 seats for BBA.

If all seats are filled, roughly 150 new BBA students join GIBS each academic year.

Depending on demand, admi

heena agrawal

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Does GIBS conduct its own entrance test apart from national-level exams?

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GIBS offers its own entrance exam in the form of an online test called GOET, as well as accepting results from the following national-level competitive exams: CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT and GMAT. The GOET measures a candidate's aptitude, logical thinking and communication skills – therefore enabling GIBS t

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