MBA/PGDM

Its around 2.5-3 lakhs and max around 6 lakhs. You can check the below link-
https://www.shiksha.com/mba/course/master-business-administration-sathyabama-university/86206

It's not compulsory at all. Being a CA gives you advantage in the area of finance as are already aware but it need not hinder you from exploring other areas of management Science. You are completely free to pursue any field and the fact that you are a CA will not be seen negatively. I know many stud

Yes, there are compulsory entrance exams for admission.

Yes, it is good choice where you can get good mix of management studies and creative skills for good business opportunities in future. KJ Somaiaya is a good option for retail management course.

Average salary package at KSOM is aroubd 5Lacs per annum for year 2015-16.
https://www.shiksha.com/getListingDetail/32416/institute/college-Kiit-School-Of-Management-Bhubaneswar-Ksom-Bhubaneswar-India

Not necessarily, MBA is enough for Management consultant jobs and all other profiles, A good B-School amongst top 30 ranks is recommended for good career ahead.

Chances are very low. The minimum of 200+ score or more than 96+ percentile can fetch you good B-School with renowned brand reputation and decent enough placements.

You can fairly expect anything between 5-7 LPA on average and can be higher depending upon your background qualifications and accomplishments plus how much the organisation is ready to shell out.

Check below colleges accepting CMAT with fee structures and eligibility criteria.
https://www.shiksha.com/mba/colleges/mba-colleges-in-ahmedabad-accepting-cmat-score

There is only one college which is decent but not great named as PR Patil College, you can get details below.
https://www.shiksha.com/mba/colleges/mba-colleges-in-amravati