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MBA Programmes


 

Intake, Eligibility & Admission Procedure

Programme MBA MBA (HRM)
General Category – 85% Seats 255 26
NRI / NRI Sponsored Category – 15% Seats 45 04
Total Intake (* Excluding Supernumerary Seats) 300 30

Supernumerary Seats Over and above the Intake of 300 seats and 30 seats respectively, 15% (Supernumerary) seats are also allocated for admissions to Persons of Indian Origin, Foreign Nationals and Children of Indian Workers of Gulf Countries/South East Asia.

A three-year bachelor’s degree (10+2+3) or equivalent in any discipline from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA.

Candidates appearing in the final year of the Bachelor’s Degree can also apply, provided they furnish the proof of meeting the minimum eligibility criteria within 3 months of them joining the programme. They should have appeared in all the examinations of their graduation by the time of commencement of the programme. The candidates failing to meet the minimum eligibility criteria will be asked to withdraw from the programme. The tuition fee paid by such candidates will be forfeited unless such vacant seats are filled by other candidates.

Application and Entrance Test (Common Admission Test)

Entrance Test:

Applicants are required to appear for the Common Admission Test [CAT] conducted by Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs). The CAT examination conducted at different centres all over the country is likely to be held during the month of November (refer CAT Bulletin for further details). The candidates aspiring for admissions at the Institute of Management, Nirma University are required to apply to the Institute separately. For those candidates who have applied to the Institute, the Institute will receive the test scores from the IIM conducting the CAT examination.

IIMs have no role either in the selection process or in the conduct of the programme.

Online Application Process:

Applicants should complete the online application form with non-refundable admission processing fee of Rs. 1500/-. The payment should be made online by credit card/debit card/net banking.

All communications with regard to admission will be done online or through electronic mails, so the candidates are advised to keep track of the online information at our website and check emails provided in application form.


Candidates shortlisted on the basis of their performance in different components of Common Admission Test will be called for Personal Interview and Theme Development & Presentation (TDP). The Interview and TDP will be conducted online.

Note: The Institute reserves the right to drop or add any interview centres.

The candidates will be finally selected for admission based on the candidates’ performance in the CAT, TDP, Personal Interview, Academic Performance in XII and graduation and work experience.

The following weightage will be given for each component of the selection criteria and composite scores will be computed based on the selection criteria.

Sub-Criteria Weights
Common Admission Test 60%
Personal Interview 20%
Theme Development & Presentation 10%
Academic Performance 10%

An additional score up to 10 points will be given for fulltime relevant work experience in a professional organization.

While computing the score of the Academic Performance, the following weightage will be given for each component of the score of the Academic Performance.

Sub-Criteria Weights
Pre-Final Graduation* 50%
Class XII 30%
Class X 20%

*only the aggregate marks obtained in the examinations upto pre-final year will be considered for computing the merit, for example in case of a 3-year degree programme first and second year examinations’ marks will be counted and in case a 4-year degree programme first, second and third year examinations’ marks will be counted.

Admission Offer:

Admissions will be offered as per the merits arrived, based on the composite score computed considering the above given admission criteria and the result will be announced on the Institute’s website. Successful candidates will be informed through the e-mail id provided in the application form. Offer letters will also be sent at the mailing address provided in the Application form. Applicants are, therefore, advised to check the updates on the website and their respective e-mail id at regular intervals. The Institute will not be responsible for non-receipt or delay of any communication which is sent to the candidate’s mailing address and email provided in the Admission Application forms.

Note:

  1. The entire admission process is subject to approval from the Government of Gujarat.

For Academic Year 2023-24

Fees Amount
Tuition Fee Rs. 5,40,000/- per annum [subject to revision by the Fee Regulatory Committee of Govt. of Gujarat]
(Rs. Five Lakhs Forty Thousand  Only)
Hostel Fee Rs. 69,000/- + GST  per annum (subject to revision)
Activity Fee Rs. 16,000/- per annum
Examination Fee Rs. 11,000/- per annum
Expenses on food, books, reading material, handouts, printouts, medical insurance, electricity used in the hostel room, etc. will be charged separately.
Note:
1. The tuition fee, approved by the fee fixation committee, Government of Gujarat, is subject to change based on the decision of the committee.
2. The admission selection process is subject to the approval of the Government of Gujarat.
3. The information provided here is pertaining to the current status and subject to change.

A three-year bachelor’s degree (10+2+3) or equivalent in any discipline from a recognized university with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA.

Candidates appearing in the final year of the Bachelor’s Degree can also apply provided they furnish the proof of meeting the minimum eligibility criteria within 3 months of joining the programme. They should have appeared in all the examinations of their graduation by the time of commencement of the programme. The candidates failing to meet the minimum eligibility criteria will be asked to withdraw from the programme. The tuition fee paid by such candidates will be forfeited unless such vacant seats are filled by other candidates.

Application and Entrance Test (Common Admission Test)

Entrance Test:

NRI Sponsored candidates are required to appear for the Common Admission Test [CAT] conducted by Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs). The CAT examination conducted at different centres all over the country likely to be held during the month of November [refer CAT Bulletin for further details at here]. The candidates aspiring for admissions at the Institute of Management, Nirma University are required to apply to the Institute separately. For those candidates who have applied to the Institute, the Institute will receive the test scores from the IIM conducting the CAT examination.

IIMs have no role either in the selection process or in the conduct of the programme.

Foreign Nations/NRI/Person of Indian origin/Gulf Countries and South East Asia candidates can be considered for admission on the basis of their GMAT scores also [not taken before July 2020].

Online Application Process:

Applicants should complete the online application form with non-refundable admission processing fee of  Rs. 4500/- under NRI/NRI Sponsored Category. The payment should be made online by credit card/debit card/net banking.

Procedure to convert Applications under NRI Sponsored Category

The candidates who have applied for admission in General Category have an option to convert their Applications in NRI Sponsored Category.

For convert application, candidate need to login with existing credential and use option Add Category NRI/NRI Sponsored and make a payment of Rs. 4500/- through online by credit card/debit card/net banking.

Candidates shortlisted on the basis of their performance in different components of Common Admission Test will be called for Personal Interview and Theme Development & Presentation (TDP). The Interview and TDP will be conducted at various centres across the country.

Note: The Institute reserve the right to drop or add any interview centres.

The candidates will be finally selected for admission based on the candidates’ performance in the CAT, TDP, Personal Interview, Academic Performance in XII and graduation and work experience.

The following weightage will be given for each component of the selection criteria and composite scores will be computed based on the selection criteria.

Sub-Criteria Weights
Common Admission Test 60%
Personal Interview 20%
Theme Development & Presentation 10%
Academic Performance 10%

An additional score up to 10 points will be given for fulltime relevant work experience in a professional organization.

While computing the score of the Academic Performance, the following weightage will be given for each component of the score of the Academic Performance.

Sub-Criteria Weights
Pre-Final Graduation* 50%
Class XII 30%
Class X 20%

*only the aggregate marks obtained in the examinations upto pre-final year will be considered for computing the merit, for example in case of a 3-year degree programme first and second year examinations’ marks will be counted and in case a 4-year degree programme first, second and third year examinations’ marks will be counted.

Admission Offer:

Admissions will be offered as per the merits arrived, based on the composite score computed considering the above given admission criteria and the result will be announced on the Institute’s website. Successful candidates will be informed through the e-mail id provided in the application form. Offer letters will also be sent at the mailing address provided in the Application form. Applicants are, therefore, advised to check the updates on the website and their respective e-mail id at regular intervals. The Institute will not be responsible for non-receipt or delay of any communication which is sent to the candidate’s mailing address and email provided in the Admission Application forms.

Note:

  1. The entire admission process is subject to approval from the Government of Gujarat.
  2. Foreign Nation/NRI/Person of Indian origin/Gulf Countries and South Est Asia candidates can be considered for admission on the basis of their GMAT scores  [not taken before July 2020].

For Academic Year 2022-23

Fees Amount
NRI/NRI sponsored /Foreign Nationals /PIO Tuition Fee US$ 30,000 or equivalent in Indian Rupees for the entire programme
Hostel Fee Rs. 69,000/- + GST per annum (subject to revision)
Activity Fee Rs. 16,000/- per annum
Examination Fee Rs. 11,000/- per annum

Expenses on food, books, reading material, handouts, printouts, medical insurance, electricity used in the hostel room, etc. will be charged separately.

Note:
1. The tuition fee, approved by the fee fixation committee, Government of Gujarat, is subject to change based on the decision of the committee.
2. The admission selection process is subject to the approval of the Government of Gujarat.
3. The information provided here is pertaining to the current status and subject to change.
Order of the Fee Fixation Committee from Government of Gujarat

The international students can apply under one of the following two categories:

Category 1 : Foreign Nationals having non-Indian passports (FN), OR foreign students having non-Indian passport and also having the OCI or PIO card (OCI/PIO) can apply under OCI/PIO/FN Supernumerary category that has 10% seats reserved. The students from SAARC countries can apply under the FN category, however they will be charged the fees as per the Indian National regular fees.

Category 2 : Candidates whose parents are currently working in Gulf countries or South-east Asia can apply under CIWGC-SEA Supernumerary category that has 5% seats reserved. The students must hold Indian passports, and should have passed qualifying exams either from India or outside of India.

More details on number of seats, eligibility, fees, online application link etc. can be found from following website:

International Admissions (Including Gulf & SAARC Students)

Dr Mehul R Naik
Head International Relations

Nirma University
S. G. Highway, Ahmedabad  382481, INDIA
Phone: 917971652499
Email: ir.nu@nirmauni.ac.in

A three-year bachelor’s degree (10+2+3) or equivalent in any discipline from a recognized University with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent CGPA.

Candidates appearing in the final year of the Bachelor’s Degree can also apply provided they furnish the proof of meeting the minimum eligibility criteria within 3 months of joining the programme. They should have appeared in all the examinations of their graduation by the time of commencement of the Programme.

The candidates failing to meet the eligibility criteria will be asked to withdraw from the programme. The tuition fee paid by such candidates will be forfeited unless such vacant seats are filled by other candidates.

Application and Entrance Test (Common Admission Test)

Entrance Test:

Applicants are required to appear for the Common Admission Test [CAT] conducted by Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs). The CAT examination conducted at different centres all over the country likely to be held during the month of November [refer CAT Bulletin for further details]. The candidates aspiring for admissions at the Institute of Management, Nirma University are required to apply to the Institute separately. For those candidates who have applied to the Institute, the Institute will receive the test scores from the IIM conducting the CAT examination.

IIMs have no role either in the selection process or in the conduct of the programme.

Further, Foreign Nation/Person of Indian origin/Gulf Countries and South Est Asia candidates can be considered for admission on the basis of their GMAT scores  [not taken before July 2020].

Online Application Process:

More details and online application link etc. can be found from following website:

International Admissions (Including Gulf & SAARC Students)

Candidates shortlisted on the basis of their performance in different components of Common Admission Test will be called for Personal Interview and Theme Development & Presentation (TDP). The Interview and TDP will be conducted at various centers across the country.

Note: The Institute reserve the right to drop or add any interview centers.

The candidates will be finally selected for admission based on the candidates’ performance in the CAT, TDP, Personal Interview, Academic Performance in XII and graduation and work experience.

The following weightage will be given for each component of the selection criteria and composite scores will be computed based on the selection criteria.

Sub-Criteria Weights
 Common Admission Test 60%
Personal Interview 20%
Theme Development & Presentation 10%
Academic Performance 10%

An additional score up to 10 points will be given for fulltime relevant work experience in a professional organization.

While computing the score of the Academic Performance, the following weightage will be given for each component of the score of the Academic Performance.

Sub-Criteria Weights
Pre-Final Graduation* 50%
Class XII 30%
Class X 20%

*only the aggregate marks obtained in the examinations upto pre-final year will be considered for computing the merit, for example in case of a 3-year degree programme first and second year examinations’ marks will be counted and in case a 4-year degree programme first, second and third year examinations’ marks will be counted.

Admission Offer:

Admissions will be offered as per the merits arrived, based on the composite score computed considering the above given admission criteria and the result will be announced on the Institute’s website. Successful candidates will be informed through the e-mail id provided in the application form. Offer letters will also be sent at the mailing address provided in the Application form. Applicants are, therefore, advised to check the updates on the website and their respective e-mail id at regular intervals. The Institute will not be responsible for non-receipt or delay of any communication which is sent to the candidate’s mailing address and email provided in the Admission Application forms.

Note:

  1. The entire admission process is subject to approval from the Government of Gujarat.
  2. Foreign Nations/Person of Indian origin/Gulf Countries and South Est Asia candidates can be considered for admission on the basis of their GMAT scores  [not taken before July 2020].

For Academic Year 2022-23

Fees Amount
Gulf and South East Asia (CIWGC-SEA) Tuition Fee US$ 22,000 or equivalent in Indian Rupees for the entire programme
Hostel Fee Rs. 69,000/- per annum (subject to revision)
Activity Fee Rs. 16,000/- per annum
Examination Fee Rs. 11,000/- per annum
Expenses on food, books, reading material, handouts, printouts, medical insurance, electricity used in the hostel room, etc. will be charged separately.
Note
1. The tuition fee, approved by the fee fixation committee, Government of Gujarat, is subject to change based on the decision of the committee.
2. The admission selection process is subject to the approval of the Government of Gujarat.
3. The information provided here is pertaining to the current status and subject to change.

Scholarships are available for MBA Programme Admission only.

To encourage and help the meritorious students on the basis of merit and merit-cum-means, the University has decided to provide the scholarships as under:

First 30 students admitted in the programme in the merit order 1 to 30 among the admitted students, would be paid Rs.1,00,000/- [Rupees One lacs only] per annum as MBA Scholarships for the first year of the programme.

Details Scholarship Amount (Rs) per annum
Top 30 Student Rs. 1,00,000/- each

The above scholarship will be renewed every year subject to the following conditions:

  • During the entire previous year the conduct of the student is good.
  • The student should maintain merit and obtain CGPA 7.0 & above for MBA. They should have passed all courses of study in the first attempt in the previous year.
  • The student is not caught using Unfair means in any of the examination conducted either by the Institution or by the University.
  • The student maintains full attendance except for the absence with a genuine reason for which the permission of the Programme Chairperson / Director is obtained particularly in case of illness.

Note: The number of scholarships mentioned above is the maximum, and may vary based on the number of seats filled in the first year.

  • The first 25 students, whose parent`s total annual income is less than Rs. 3,50,000/- per annum, would be paid Rs. 1,00,000/- [Rupees One lac only] per annum as MBA Scholarships for the first year of the programme.
  • Additional 25 students, whose parent`s total annual income is less than Rs. 5,00,000/- per annum, would be paid Rs. 50,000/- [Rupees Fifty Thousand only] per annum as MBA Scholarships for the first year of the programme.
  • Additional 25 students, whose parent`s total annual income is less than Rs. 6,00,000/- per annum, would be paid Rs. 25,000/- [Rupees twenty five thousand only] per annum as MBA Scholarships for the first year of the programme.
Details Scholarship Amount (Rs) per annum
25 students, whose parent`s total annual income is less than Rs. 3,50,000/- per annum Rs. 1,00,000/- each
25 students, whose parent`s total annual income is less than Rs. 5,00,000/- per annum Rs. 50,000/- each
25 students, whose parent`s total annual income is less than Rs. 6,00,000/- per annum Rs. 25,000/- each

The above scholarship will be renewed every year subject to the following conditions:

  • During the entire previous year the conduct of the student is good.
  • The student should maintain merit and obtain CGPA 7.0 & above for MBA. They should have passed all courses of study in the first attempt in the previous year.
  • The student is not caught using Unfair means in any of the examination conducted either by the Institution or by the University.
  • The student maintains full attendance except the absence with genuine reason for which the permission of the Programme Chairperson / Director is obtained particularly in case of illness.

Vidya Lakshmi is a first of its kind portal for students seeking Education Loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of Finance), the Department of Higher Education (Ministry of Human Resource Development) and the Indian Banks Association (IBA). The portal has been developed and being maintained by NSDL e-Governance Infrastructure Limited. Students can view, apply and track the education loan applications to banks anytime, anywhere by accessing the portal. The portal also provides linkages to National Scholarship Portal.

For more details click on Vidya lakshmi

Note: The entire admission process is subject to approval from the Government of Gujarat. 
 

Important Dates

  • Link open for Online Application

    August 2, 2023
  • Last date for submitting the form

    3rd week of Dec 2023
  • Short-listing for Selection Process

    February 2024
  • Selection Process

    February 2024
  • Release of Admission Offers

    March 2024
  • Commencement of the Programme

    3rd Week
    of June 2024

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