Eligibility For MBA 2026-2028
- Be a UGC-recognized university graduate with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category).
- Students currently in the final year of their graduation and confident of securing a minimum of 50% aggregate marks may also apply for the MBA courses. The admission committee may give more weightage to higher marks in graduation.
- It is imperative that the candidate should have taken at least one exam out of CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/MAH-CET/ATMA exams held after Aug/Sept 2025 to May 2026 will be considered for admission to the academic year 2026-28. We believe that true talent cannot be judged on the basis of the score granted by any entrance exam. Hence, we do not have a cut-off score below which if the candidate scores cannot apply to the program.
- In case the applicant does not have an Entrance Examination Score / Not appeared for the Entrance examination or would like to improve the scores mentioned above can opt for Sri Balaji Entrance and Screening Test (SBEST)
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How to Apply
Sri Balaji University, Pune (SBUP), has a common application form for admission to two-year full-time Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs 2026-28 offered by all the four management institutes and all 26 MBA Specialisations/courses run therein. The four institutes are as mentioned below :
- Balaji Institute of Modern Management (BIMM)
- Balaji Institute of International Business (BIIB)
- Balaji Institute of Technology and Management (BITM)
- Balaji Institute of Management and Human Resource Development (BIMHRD)
- A student can opt for anyone, or more, or for all the courses of any MBA Institute or all four MBA Institutes. That is, a student can select a minimum of one and a maximum upto 26 MBA Specialisations/courses, in order of his / her preferences. All the courses are of equal status.
- The applications can be made online. To apply online (Click Here)
Any concerns regarding admission can be addressed to :
Admission Cell Sri Balaji University,
S.No.55/2-7, Tathawade, Off Mumbai-Bangalore Bypass,
Pune – 411033 Maharashtra (India)
Admission Process
The common application form for all the four management institutes of Sri Balaji University, Pune, and the twelve courses can be submitted online with an application fee of INR 1000/- & SBEST Fee INR 490/-. The successful payment of the application fee is followed by issuing a registration number.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
WRITTEN EXAMINATION
We accept management test scores such as CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/MAH-CET/ATMA . However, as management examination test scores are issued to the students, any student who has appeared for the examinations can apply for our courses. Thus, all four Management institutes will accept management examination test scores. However, the management examination test and scores will be equalised and validated to the CAT score value, which will only be counted for the merit list. These scores don’t need to be attached to the Application form at this stage. These score sheets can be dispatched to reach us latest by 28th March 2025. Anyone having any objection to the same need not apply. We do not believe in any cut-off points as we give only 35% of the weightage for the entrance examination while making the merit list.
GROUP DISCUSSIONS
Candidates who fulfil the qualitative requirements will be called for the Group Discussions by experts. It will be for 30-45 minutes per group. It may include role play, case studies, extempore speech and GD. 35% of the weightage in the merit list will be given to the GD process. Therefore the GD process may extend to the second day, although all efforts will be made to complete the process in one day. It is an elimination round.
Essay Writing is an integral part of the interview process. Written Communication Skill is essential for anyone to succeed in the industry. Therefore, the applicants will be required to appear for an essay writing exercise on a subject, which will be given on the spot in the selection centres. It will be for 30 marks, and fifty percent of the marks will be counted. This essay writing will be for half an hour. The topics will be general, and anyone who follows the National Newspapers can quickly appear for the same and score good marks.
PERSONAL INTERVIEWS
This expert panel interview and the essay marks will carry 30% of the weightage. This panel will assess the candidates on various parameters, including the suitability of the candidate for a particular specialisation. The panel will also allow the applicants to add or delete course options.
| Centre Code | Centres | GD & PI Process Date(S) |
|---|---|---|
| 9 | Delhi | – |
| 12 | Hyderabad | – |
| 13 | Indore | – |
| 14 | Jaipur | – |
| 17 | Kolkata | – |
| 21 | Nagpur | – |
| 22 | Patna | – |
| 23 | Pune | – |
| 24 | Raipur | – |
| 7 | Chennai | – |
| 20 | Mumbai | – |
HALL TICKET ISSUED FOR ANY CENTRE WILL BE VALID FOR ALL THE CENTRES
Admit Card issued to any centre is valid for all the centres, and candidates can appear before the selection committee in any centre provided they have informed about their intention to appear before a selection centre other than the one mentioned in the admit card well in advance. We will communicate no separate communication for change of centre. The candidates must come with all their original and certified copies of degrees and mark sheets when they come for the selection process.
DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED DURING THE INTERVIEW
The following documents are required to be submitted / uploaded at the time of interview :
SUBMISSION OF CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/MAH-CET/ATMA RESULT / SCORE
Candidates should submit the application form with the photostat copy of CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/MAH-CET/ATMA scores which will be verified during the Personal Interview. In addition, the latest MAT score available to the candidates can be submitted. We will not do our shortlisting based on the CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/MAH-CET/ATMA score alone, although weightage is allotted for the same.
MERIT LIST
Upon completion of interviews, we compare the performance of all candidates appearing for the discussion and generate a final merit list based on their overall performance. The candidate is considered for the course he has preferred according to their priority in the application form. If they are not selected for the course applied by them, then they will be considered for other courses and selected on merit. All the Management courses are of the same status, and the inputs are also similar according to specialisation. As we have already mentioned, the placement opportunities for all the courses are very good, as has been proved by the track record of Sri Balaji University.
It means that each institution is important and enjoys equal status and attention from the top management. Therefore, we select the best possible candidates for all the Institutes from amongst the common pool of all the candidates who applied for admission to any or all the institutes of Sri Balaji University, Pune. However, such a consideration arises only when a candidate is not selected for admission to the particular institution to which they may have applied originally. By doing so, we are taking away any opportunity from anyone. Still, we are providing an additional opportunity to get selected in any of the prestigious institutes of Sri Balaji University, Pune
IMPORTANT DATES
| Details | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Form Available from | 08th October, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 12th January, 2026 |
| GD / PI Centre and Dates | January-March 2026 |
| Course Commencement | 18th June, 2026 |
Note : Dates mentioned above are tentative.
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FAQ
Can I visit the Sri Balaji University campus before applying for admission?
Yes. we work 365 days a year and you can visit the Campus any time.
When can I apply to Sri Balaji University for admission?
How do I apply to the MBA program at Sri Balaji University?
Where can I contact if I face any problems during the application process?
What is the cut off score for CAT? What was the cut off score for the previous batch?
At Sri Balaji University, we do not believe that talent can be judged by a mere entrance score. While we place due importance to it, we do not have any cut off scores.
My academic scores are not great. What are my chances for admission?
SBU has its internal assessment process which considers a number of parameters for selection of candidates. The final merit list is prepared based on:
- Academic scores
- Entrance test scores
- Performance in GD/PI/Essay writing
I am still to take my final year graduation exam. Can I still apply for admission to SBU?
Yes. If you are confident of securing a minimum of 50% aggregate marks you may apply to the MBA programme at SBU.
Where all are the GD/PI centres in India?
We have 32 GD/PI centres across the country. You can get more details under: Admission Process
How is an admission selection decision made?
Sri Balaji University evaluates your application based on various parameters mentioned in the ‘Admission Process’ section. The decision of the University shall be final in this regard.
How can I check my application status?
You can check your online application account to get latest updates. We will also be communicating important milestones on email.
Are the MBA courses here eligible for loans?
Yes. We have MoU with PNB, HDFC Credila, and Avanse. Please refer to section Education Loan.
Is there a management quota?
There is no management quota at Sri Balaji University. Candidates are selected strictly on merit basis.
If I choose not to join the program at a later stage, will I get fees deposited back?
Yes. Refunds are processed if a candidate withdraws admission before the beginning of the session with a deduction of INR 1000/-
When will a waitlisted candidate know the final decision?
This depends entirely on the availability of vacant seats. The seat is allotted to waitlisted candidates as and when a student withdraws admission.
What documents do I need to bring to the GD/PI?
You need to bring your admit card to the GD/PI centre.
What is the status of Campus Placement? Where can I get year wise record/list of campus placement?
- We achieve almost 100% placements each year.
- We have a centralized placements process wherein students from any institute can apply for a job fielded by a company.
- However, this does not hold true if the Company itself is looking for students from a certain specialization.
- You can get an insight into the student experience of the campus placements here.
FEE STRUCTURE
To enable education of students from all financial backgrounds, the fees of the MBA programme at Sri Balaji University has been kept nominal.
Fee Structure 2026-2028
| FIRST YEAR (2026-27) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Particulars | Amount in INR | Last Date for payment of Fees |
| Academic Fees – 1st Installment | 50,000 | within 7 days from date of Declaration of Result |
| Academic Fees – 2nd Installment | 1,00,000 | 08-May-2026 |
| Academic Fees – 3rd Installment | 2,50,000 | 08-Jul-2026 |
| Academic Fees – 4th Installment | 2,45,000 | 08-Sep-2026 |
| Refundable Caution Deposit | 10,000 | 08-Sep-2026 |
| SECOND YEAR (2027-28) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Particulars | Amount in INR | Last Date for payment of Fees |
| Academic Fees – 5th Installment | 6,30,000 | 08-Jun-2027 |
| Total Fees | 12,85,000 | |
| Hostel Fees* (Optional) | 1,20,000 | |