Colleges in Kochi

It's different for both boys and girls and also it depends on the type of room you are opting for like triple sharing, double sharing, or single room. Maximum it is Rs 85k for the 1st year including hostel and mess. For the second year, it will change.

Yes, PGDM programme has a dual specialization. Also, there is an option of studying abroad for a year, by that student get an opportunity of acquiring a dual degree.

Yes, it can be scheduled through Skype for candidates who are not from Kerala.

There is no cut-off in XIME admission process, the eligibility is only the cut-off which is 75percentile.
You can expect a call if your CMAT score is above 75percentile as well as good profile.
Higher the score, better the chances.
XIME focuses more on candidate attitude and performance in GDPI.

Yes, Rajagiri does consider MAT score for PGDM, but along with that, you need to have either CAT score card or KMAT score. MAT score alone won't work. Also, MAT score card must be of December or February, September scorecard is not valid.

Christ Bangalore must be a good choice because it is a well known name with a good track of placements.

I will answer your questions one by one.
1. There is indeed an option to be a day scholar.
2. It is a centralized placement at ASB.
3. Difference is just in terms of infrastructure. ASB, Coimbatore is better. Also, placement cell operates centrally in Coimbatore as I mentioned, so you will have to come to CBE for the placements. There are not much differences in terms of academics.

Actually, CUSAT does not accept MAT score. You can try either CMAT or KMAT. IIM CAT score also accepted. The cut-off will depend upon the exam. For example, in the case of KMAT, it may be 70 percentile, for CAT it will be 60 percentile. Reserved category students may get some relaxation on cut-off. You can contact the university for more details.
Currently, marketing students are getting more placement. Here dual specialisation also available. You can take marketing and operations or IB and operations, etc.