Colleges in Orissa

Each year, NIST admits over 100 students to its BSc courses. The admission is provided based on the applicants' merit in Class 12. The institute may also follow the state/central seat reservation policies for seat allotment. Total BSc seats at NIST are distributed among the seven BSc specialisations offered at the institute. These specialisations include Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, etc. Interested candidates must visit the institiute's official website to apply or enquire about the programme.

Yes, there are various scholarships offered to the students enrolled under the BSc programme of NIST. Some BSc scholarships at NIST are presented in the table below:

The total number of MBA seats at NIST is 120. These seats are filled based on the applicants' performance in the accepted entrance exams. These exams are OJEE (followed by OJEE counselling), CAT, MAT and XAT. It must be noted that the mentioned number of seats has been sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative. 

Yes, NIST University provides hostel facilities to MBA students. The hostel fee is payable yearly. The following table presents the hostel fees for AC and non-AC rooms available at NIST:

Candidates who have been allotted a seat for MBA at NIST through OJEE counselling must report at the campus for document verification. They must carry the following original documents along with a set of photocopies:

1. OJEE Final Allotment Letter
2. College Leaving/Transfer Certificate
3. Conduct Certificate/Character Certificate
4. OJEE Rank Card
5. Aadhaar Card
6. Class 10 Mark Sheet
7. Class 10 Pass Certificate
8. Graduation/Degree Final Mark Sheet
9. Graduation/Degree Pass Certificate
10. Residence Certificate (only for Odisha candidates)
11. Caste Certificate (SC/ST)
12. Category Certificate (Green Card/PC/Ex-Serviceman/EWS)

NIST MBA admission is entrance-based. Admission is provided to the applicants who have a valid score in one of the accepted entrance exams. These exams include OJEE, MAT, CAT and XAT. Aspirants must apply and appear for one of these exams. Additionally, they submit the NIST application form for MBA admission. 70% of the total seats are filled through OJEE counselling. 15% of the total seats are filled through other accepted exams. Shortlisted candidates must report at the NIST campus for document verification. After document verification, candidates must confirm their admission by submitting the specifed MBA fees.

Yes, NIST Berhampur offers an MBA in various specialisations. These specialisations include HR, Finance, Operations, Marketing, etc. Students can pursue MBA in dual specialisation. The NIST MBA programme is AICTE-approved. The PG degree programme is offered through the institute's College of Management and Commerce, and is affiliated with BPUT. Total duration of the programme is two years. Interested candidates can visit the institute's official website to enquire about the programme.

IIM Sambalpur is an integral part of the prestigious IIMs. According to student reviews on Shiksha, "Great opportunities are available at IIM, Sambalpur. The faculty and infrastructure are great." The institute is emerging as top Management institutes of the country. Students have remarked that the faculty and curriculum are amazing. Additionally, the infrastructure is improving. The the highest package offered during IIM Sambalpur placements 2023 is INR 64.61 LPA. Meanwhile, the average package stood at INR 16.64 LPA. Students should note that this information is taken from the official sources, and is subjective.

Approximately INR 20-22 Lacs is the total cost of the two-year MBA programme at Xavier Institute of Management, Bhubaneswar (XIMB). This cost covers other academic fees, housing, and tuition. One of India's best management colleges, XIMB charges comparable tuition to other prestigious business schools. For those interested in management, XIMB is a smart investment because it offers outstanding academic exposure, a strong academic infrastructure, and placement chances despite its seemingly exorbitant cost.