MBA/PGDM

MBA course is a two-year postgraduate level degree program focusing on Management, Business, and Entrepreneurial concepts. Students can check the list of career options available after completing MBA from Ashokrao Mane Group of Institutions:

Technically, TISS does not offer a traditional MBA. Instead, it offers MA programs that are equivalent to MBA in terms of curriculum and industry value.

To get admission into the MBA-equivalent programs (like MA in HRM & LR) at TISS, you need a bachelor's degree and must appear for the CUET-PG exam (for most courses). For 2025, applications started in January and closed in February, and the CUET-PG was held from March 13 to April 1. 

For MBA course admission, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria set by the institute. Aspirants should pass graduation. The admission criteria for the course is entrance-based, i.e., MAH MBA CET. The Full Form of MBA is Master of Business Administration which is a two-year PG degree designed to equip students with advanced skills and knowledge in business management and leadership. 

For admission to the MBA course at Ashokrao Mane Group of Institutions, students need to fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria in the first place. The selection criteria for this course is entrance-based i.e., MBA CET and candidates must pass graduation. The duration of the course is two years spread over four semesters. 

To get into Ashokrao Mane Group of Institutions for an MBA course, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria set by the institute. Students must pass graduation. Ashokrao Mane Group of Institutions offers full-time MBA courses of two years' duration. Students can get into this course based on entrance-exam. Apart from the selection criteria, students must pass graduation (common eligibility).

If you have a MAT score of 600.50 and are looking beyond Christ, consider Chandigarh University. While it doesn't accept MAT scores, it conducts its own entrance exam, CUCET, which is a simple online test. CU is ranked #4 in India by the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, and #1 in India by the QS Asia University Rankings 2025. With diverse MBA programs co-designed with global companies like Adobe, PwC, and IBM, CU focuses on industry exposure and practical learning. It's also budget-friendly with tuition under INR 10 Lacs and high return on investment through great placements.

Outside of the IIMs, Chandigarh University (CU) is one of the top MBA colleges in India. With a #4 national rank (QS World Rankings 2025) and collaborations with top corporates like IBM, PwC, Adobe, and NSE Academy, CU offers an MBA experience that's modern, practical, and globally relevant. The highest MBA package has hit INR 28 LPA, and students are trained through mock interviews, internships, and real-time projects in state-of-the-art labs. CU also stands out for its merit-based admission via CUCET only—no CMAT required. It's a fantastic IIM-alternative with real career results.

Under 2 lakhs, you have limited options; one is FMS. They take higher cutoff scores in the CAT exam. Try scoring 100 percentile or 99 percentile minimum to get shortlisted for the interview and GD. All other colleges do charge around INR 4 Lacs.

If you're unsure which MBA course suits you best, Chandigarh University offers a wide range of specialisations, including Business Analytics (with IBM), Digital Marketing (with Adobe), Finance (with PwC), and more. The university offers one-on-one mentorship to help you choose the right path. It's ranked #4 in India by the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 and accepts only the CUCET exam for MBA admission, which you can take online from home. CU is also known for affordable fees, scholarships up to 100%, and placements up to INR 28 LPA. Apply by appearing for CUCET.