Updated on Feb 21, 2025 06:29 IST

MBA is a professional PG degree that offers great career opportunities across various industries. It is one degree that plays an important role in your growth and development and enables you to transform into a complete professional with all the required skill sets.

An MBA career opens a wide variety of opportunities across different sectors which include management, finance, marketing, and operations, allowing freshers to excel in various sectors like finance, healthcare, e-commerce, and consulting. The field requires analytical skills attention to detail and a deep understanding of financial principles and markets.

An MBA graduate’s starting salary can range from INR 2.7 to INR 8 lakh per year. Students with experience are appointed to higher roles like associates and assistant managers and might experience considerable income increases in the industry. 

The top recruiters of MBA courses are KPMG, TCS, Wipro, Deloitte, Amazon, Infosys, Microsoft, etc.

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Top MBA Career Profiles and Salary

According to AIMS, banking, finance, consulting, marketing, manufacturing and technology are some of the fields that are craving for MBA graduates. Here is a list of some of the most in demand jobs -

Job Profiles Description Average Salary
Business Analyst Works within an organization to analyze, understand and document the business processes and systems.  INR 3 - 17 LPA
Investment Banker Specializes in providing financial advisory services and raising capital.  INR 2 - 50 LPA
Chief Financial Officer Responsible for managing an organization's financial actions, strategies and operations.  INR 12 - 90 LPA
Product Manager Responsible for overseeing the development, strategy and success of a product throughout its lifecycle.  INR 5.6 - 38 LPA
Management Consulting Involves providing advisory services to organizations to improve their performance, solve problems and achieve their goals.  INR 7 - 42.8 LPA
Asset Manager Manages investments and assets on behalf of clients, which can include individuals, institutions or corporations.  INR 3 - 14 LPA
HR Manager Oversees the human resources department within an organization.  INR 2.9 - 19 LPA
Project Manager Responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing projects within an organization. INR 4.2 - 30 LPA
Sales Manager Leads and manages a team of sales representatives or a sales department within an organization. INR 2.2 - 16 LPA
Marketing Manager Responsible for planning and executing marketing strategies and campaigns. INR 2.4 - 25 LPA
Operations Manager Oversees and manages the everyday operations and processes.  INR 3 - 21 LPA

Note - The salary has been taken from Ambitionbox.com.

MBA Scope In India: Jobs and Further Education

The advantage of doing MBA is that you can chose from various specializations. Students can find employment in so many industries because of this vast ocean of options. Some of the sectors where MBA graduates are constantly in demand are -

Sectors

Retail and Corporate Sector Banking and Financial Institutions
Media Sector Hospitality Sector
Education sector Management Consulting
Manufacturing sector Entrepreneurship
Information Technology -

Note - This info is taken from different sources and may vary.

Average Salary Based On MBA Specializations

Choosing the best MBA specialization significantly affects your life and career in the long run. But, the salary of any professional depends on the skills, interest in earning, and other considerable factors. Here is a list of the top-paying specializations of MBA in India:

MBA Specializations

Average Salary

MBA Finance

INR 7.2 LPA

MBA Business Analytics

INR 5.5 LPA

MBA Marketing

INR 7.7 LPA

MBA Operations Management

INR 8.7 LPA

MBA Management Consultant

INR 11.6 LPA

MBA International Business

INR 8.2 LPA

MBA Human Resources Management

INR 6.3 LPA

MBA Information Technology

INR 12 LPA

MBA Entrepreneurship

INR 5 LPA

MBA Data Analytics

INR 4.3 LPA

Top Recruiters For MBA Students

MBA graduates are in high demand in every sector. As a company grows, the need for a professional arises and there is more and more demand for MBA graduates. Some of the top multinational companies that recruit MBA graduates are:

Top Recruiters

Amazon

Aditya Birla Group Mckinsey & Co.
Boston Consulting Group Goldman Sachs Asian Paints
Google Flipkart Microsoft
ITC Hindustan Unilever Bain & Co.
JP Morgan Chase & Co. Wipro Coca- Cola Company

Top MBA Colleges for Placements

The popularity of an MBA as a preferred post-graduate degree is unprecedented. However, the choice of college marks the stepping stone towards a good career in the future. Given below is a list of some of the top IIMs with Median Salary offered in 2024- 25:

MBA College

Median Salary 

IIM Bangalore

INR 32.5 LPA

IIM Lucknow

INR 30 LPA

IIM Shillong

INR 26.09 LPA

IIM Raipur

INR 20 LPA

IIM Rohtak

INR 17.5 LPA

IIM Ranchi

INR 16.88 - 18.22 LPA

IIM Kozhikode

INR 25 - 27 LPA

IIM Calcutta

INR 31.05 - 33.67 LPA

IIM Indore

INR 22.2 - 27.2 LPA

IIM Ahmedabad

INR 20 - 31.5 LPA

Note - This info is taken from different sources and may vary.

Here is a list of some of the Best private B-schools with Median Salary offered by them:

Private Colleges

Average CTC 

MDI Gurgaon

INR 25.58 LPA

SIBM Pune

INR 24 LPA

NMIMS Mumbai

INR 19.2 LPA

Great Lakes Institute of Management

INR 11.4 LPA

Christ University

INR 7.97 LPA

Lovely Professional University (LPU)

INR 6.15 - 7.25 LPA

Goa Institute of Management

INR 13 - 15 LPA

XLRI Jamshedpur

INR 27.5 - 30 LPA

IMT Ghaziabad

INR 14 - 22.5 LPA

SPJIMR Mumbai

INR 2.89 - 32 LPA

Note - This info is taken from the official website/media reports/NIRF website and may vary.

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  • Popular MBA (Masters of Business Administration) Colleges in India
  • Popular Private MBA (Masters of Business Administration) Colleges in India
  • Popular Exams
  • Popular MBA (Masters of Business Administration) Specializations
  • Most Popular Courses
  • Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Popular MBA (Masters of Business Administration) Colleges in India

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2 Courses
25 L - 27.5 L
20.05 - 34.53 LPA

#1 NIRF

2 Courses
26 L
32.61 LPA

#2 NIRF

14 L - 22.5 L
24.76 - 27.5 LPA

#3 NIRF

2 Courses
12 L
15.59 LPA

#4 NIRF

12.6 L
31 LPA

#5 NIRF

2 Courses
17.72 L - 24.9 L
26.04 LPA

#11 NIRF

Popular Private MBA (Masters of Business Administration) Colleges in India

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1.35 L - 8.75 L
4.2

#235 Business Today

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13.5 L - 24 L
4.0
9 Courses
9.25 L - 10.75 L
4.6

#97 Business Today

MBA/PGDM Applications open. Apply Now

4.42 L
4.0
1 Course
7.8 L
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Popular Exams

Following are the top exams for MBA (Masters of Business Administration). Students interested in pursuing a career on MBA (Masters of Business Administration), generally take these important exams.You can also download the exam guide to get more insights.

24 Dec ' 25

CAT 2025 result announcement

8 Dec ' 25 - 10 Dec ' 25

CAT 2025 answer key challenge

14 Feb ' 26 - 22 Feb ' 26

IBSAT 2025 Selection Process

30 Dec ' 25

IBSAT 2025 Result

23 Feb ' 26

MAT Feb 2026 PBT Registration last date

26 Feb ' 26

MAT Feb 2026 PBT admit card

Popular MBA (Masters of Business Administration) Specializations

Following are the most popular MBA (Masters of Business Administration) Specializations . You can explore the top Colleges offering these Specializations by clicking the links below.

Popular Specializations

Top Ranked Colleges by Location

Following are the top ranked colleges for MBA (Masters of Business Administration) based on rankings published by The Week, Business Today and National Institutional Ranking Framework (MHRD).
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An MBA at the IIT University Chicago requires the completion of 36 credits. The Illinois Tech MBA fees is USD 1,851 or INR 1.67 Lakhs per credit hour. This means, the overall cost of the programme is USD 66,636 or INR 60.26 Lakhs.

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College of Business and Economics of CSU, Los Angeles is accredited by AACSB. MBA course of CSU, LA is ranked at #1 in Southern California for the 5 year in a row by Best Value Schools in 2025. Indian students are required to have a Bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 2.5 for admission to the MB

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Students are required to meet following entry requirements for admission to MBA in Switzerland- 

  • A bachelor’s degree or Diploma or an equivalent degree 

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University of St. Gallen offers the best full-time MBA programme to international students at low cost. According to the University of St. Gallen placements, 92% of MBA graduates employed after 3 months completing the degree. The University of St. Gallen MBA fees is around INR 7 L for the entire pro

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Yes, IMED Pune admissions for 2026 are open. Admissions to MBA are offered through BMAT 2026. Students can check the important dates for Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship Development admissions:

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BMAT 2026 Exam Date

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Chikat Marchang

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Yes. You can join the MBA programme at IMED Pune. The institute conducts its own entrance examination, BMAT 2026 (Bharati Vidyapeeth Management Aptitude Test), which is the only entrance test for MBA admissions at IMED.

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Chikat Marchang

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To be eligible for MBA at IMED Pune students have to complete these requirements:

  • Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks ( 45% for SC/ST candidates ).
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Candidates need to complete graduation with at least 55% aggregate to apply for MBA at Lovely Professional University (Admission Office). Aspirants who have completed or Company Secretary (CS) from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) or Chartered Accountancy (CA) from the Institute

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The admission process for MBA at Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship Development is as listed here:

  1. Apply for BMAT admission test which is conducted in-house by the institute.
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Chikat Marchang

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Yes, you can join the MBA programme at IMED Pune without appearing for the MAH CET as the institute conducts its own entrance exam, the Bharati Vidyapeeth Management Aptitude Test (BMAT), for MBA admissions and does not accept MAH CET scores for admissions.

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Chikat Marchang

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All MBA fees at ATLAS SkillTech University are paid through the online payment link available on the admissions application page. Payments must be made as per the instructions mentioned in the offer letter. Offline or alternate payment modes are generally not accepted.

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Withdrawal from MBA programme at ATLAS SkillTech University allows refund consideration as per the official Fee Refund Policy. Refunds are governed by UGC norms and university rules. The refund amount depends on the timing of the withdrawal request.

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ATLAS SkillTech University MBA is non-refundable under all circumstances. Once application is submitted and the fee is paid, no refund is processed. This policy applies even if the application is withdrawn later.

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Answered 17 hours ago

ATLAS SkillTech University MBA programmes are not offered strictly on a first-come-first-served basis. Seat allotment depends on merit, programme fit, and completion of the selection process. However, since seats are limited, applying early improves the chances of securing a seat in the preferred MB

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ATLAS SkillTech University MBA course has no publicly fixed cut-off for entrance exams. Scores from exams like CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, NMAT, ATMA, or GMAT are evaluated holistically along with academic background and interview performance. This flexible evaluation allows consideration of overall profil

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Jaya Sharma

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ATLAS SkillTech University includes both general and specialised programmes under Business & Management. These options allow focused learning in specific management and finance-oriented areas. All programmes follow a common academic framework while offering domain depth.

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Jaya Sharma

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ATLAS SkillTech University MBA programs are open to graduates from any academic background. Students need to score at least 50% aggregate marks in graduation with no live backlogs. This eligibility allows students from various disciplines to get into management education.

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ATLAS SkillTech University accepts graduates from any discipline, if the minimum academic criteria are met. Final-year students can also apply if they can complete their degree with required marks and no active backlogs. 

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The MBA curriculum at ATLAS SkillTech University includes live industry projects, internships, case-based learning, and simulations. Exposure to real business problems is integrated into classroom learning. This approach helps build decision-making, analytical thinking, and professional skills neede

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In the MBA programmes at ATLAS SkillTech University, specialisation-focused subjects are usually introduced after completion of the core management modules. This allows application of foundational concepts to domain-specific learning. Advanced electives and projects strengthen expertise in the chose

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ATLAS SkillTech University MBA curriculum includes subjects such as accounting, organisational behaviour, economics, marketing management, financial management, strategy, analytics, and leadership. These subjects are taught across the initial phases of the programme. The structure ensures a strong f

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You will receive updates through official communication after every stage. Application review, shortlisting, and selection updates are shared as process goes on further. Check registered email regularly and contact details so that no important update is missed.

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Final MBA selection at ATLAS SkillTech University is done after reviewing all admission stages together. Academic performance, entrance test scores, and personal interview performance are evaluated. Overall merit and programme suitability determine the final admission outcome.

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If you did not take any national-level entrance exam, appear for ATLAS Entrance Test. This test evaluates logical reasoning, analytical ability, and communication skills. Your test performance is assessed for shortlisting.

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Jaya Sharma

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If selected, accept offer and complete all admission formalities before deadline which is mentioned in offer letter sent by Atlas SkillTech university. Make payment on time to confirm MBA seat.

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Jaya Sharma

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After MBA results are announced, there will be a specific deadline in offer letter to confirm seat. Complete acceptance formality and fee payment before this deadline gets over to confirm admission.

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Jaya Sharma

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You do not need to wait for all entrance exam results to apply. Submit MBA application once admissions open, and update or submit your entrance exam scores during the selection process if required.

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Jaya Sharma

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Answered 18 hours ago

Apply with scores of CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, NMAT, ATMA, GMAT, or state CET. If you don't have a valid score, appear in the university's own aptitude test. After this, you will also have to take a personal interview.

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Apply with a bachelor's degree in which you scored minimum 50% aggregate marks from recognised university. MBA is a full-time two-year programme that gives both academic knowlegde and practical exposure.

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You can choose MBA in Finance, FinTech, Marketing, Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing & Advertising, Investment Banking, and Design Management & Strategic Thinking. These options help in selecting MBA basis career interests and industry goals.

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