The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at the Institute of Management, Nirma University (IMNU), is a two-year, full-time residential programme designed to develop well-rounded business leaders with cross-functional skills and a global outlook. The curriculum is comprehensive, contemporary, and practice-oriented, emphasizing both theoretical knowledge and practical application. The program offers specializations in Finance, Marketing, Operations Management, Digital Transformation and Analytics, and International Business. It uses a case-study pedagogy and group assignments for learning and offers field courses like Ethics, Accountability, and Social Project.
2 Years
A bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.Final-year undergraduate students can also apply, provided they meet the minimum marks requirement at the time of admission.
The MBA program at Nirma University (IMNU) blends industry-relevant learning with global exposure and personal growth. Its pedagogy includes case studies, Outcome-Based Education, and field courses like EASP. Students benefit from partnerships with Harvard Business Publishing and global universities, along with access to the Bloomberg Terminal. The 120-acre campus fosters vibrant student life and skill development in leadership, communication, and creativity. Dual specialization, international immersion, and scholarships enhance opportunities. With a NAAC ‘A+’ accreditation and 100% placement in 2023–24 (highest package: ₹70 LPA), IMNU stands as one of India’s leading business schools, committed to holistic and future-ready education.
An MBA opens doors to diverse career opportunities across consulting, finance, marketing, operations, and general management, with roles such as management consultant, investment banker, brand manager, and product manager. It also offers pathways in emerging domains like technology, data analytics, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. In addition, industries such as healthcare, retail, and automotive present specialized career prospects, making the MBA a versatile and future-ready qualification.
| Application Start Date | 1st August 2025 |
| Last Date of Online Application Submit | 15th December 2025 |
| Shortlisting for Selection Process | 4th Week of January 2026 |
| Selection Process | 1st Week of February 2026 |
| Release of Admission Offers | 4th Week of February / 1st Week of March 2026 |
| Program Commencement | 3rd Week of June 2026 |
The MBA program at IMNU spans 2 years across 6 terms, requiring a total of 108 credits. The first year includes 57 credits from core courses, while the second year adds 51 credits from summer internship and elective courses. .
The program has a total of 300 seats : 180 General, 45 NRI / NRI Sponsored, and 75 Gujarat State Quota
| Sr.No. | Intake Category | No. of Seats | |
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| MBA | MBA HRM | ||
| 1. | All India General Category (to be filled by the Institute) | 180 | 18 |
| 2. | All India NRI/NRI Sponsored Category (to be filled by the Institute) | 45 | 5 |
| Total (1 & 2) | 225 | 23 | |
| 3. | Gujarat State Quota (to be filled by Govt. of Gujarat) | 75 | 7 |
| Total Intake (1, 2 & 3) | 300 | 30 | |
Candidates from Gujarat can apply to both the categories. Please click below to visit the respective admission page:
Link for All India Seats – To be filled by the Institute
Link for Gujarat State Quota – To be filled by ACPC, Government of Gujarat (Link likely to be opened in Last week of December 2024)
Over and above 15% (Supernumerary) seats are allocated to following two categories:
Category 1: 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.
Category 2: 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.
A bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.
Final-year undergraduate students can also apply, provided they meet the minimum marks requirement at the time of admission.
A valid score in the Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs).
For NRI/PIO/FN/OCI candidates, a valid GMAT score is required
| Highest Package : | 70.00 LPA (*Subject to Confirmation) |
| Average Package (Top 50) : | 17.08 LPA |
| Average Package (Top 100) : | 14.74 LPA |
| Average Package : | 11.10 LPA |
| Fees | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Rs. 6,40,000/- per annum [subject to revision by the Fee Regulatory Committee of Govt. of Gujarat] |
| Hostel Fee | Rs. 94,400/- + GST per annum (for Non AC twin sharing without attached washroom) (2025-26) |
| Activity Fees | Rs. 15,000/- per annum |
| NRI/NRI Sponsored Category | US$30000 for the entire programme |
| CWIGC & SEA Categories | US$11000 per annum |
These scholarships aim to support meritorious and economically deserving students in their academic pursuits. The following are the different types of scholarship awarded to students based on their eligibility criteria:
| All India Category |
Admitted through ACPC |
Amount (Rs) per annum |
| Top 20 Students | Top 10 Students | Rs. 1,00,000/- each |
Important note: The student shall be entitled to get benefit of scholarship under any one of the above mentioned categories subject to fulfilment of eligibility criteria.
Eligibility criteria for continuation/ renewal of the scholarship
Continuation/Renewal of the Scholarship in the subsequent years will be as per the University policy which may differ on a semester/year basis. However, it will be subject to meeting of minimum eligibility criteria, as under:
The students admitted under Non-Resident Indian (NRI)/NRI sponsored, Persons of Indian Origin (PIO), Foreign Nationals (FN) or Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries (CIWGC) category are not be eligible for the above scholarships.
The President will have power to make any exception in the above rules framed. However, in case of doubt in interpretation of any clause, the decision of the President will be final.
| Details | All India Category | Admitted through ACPC | Amoutn (Rs) per Annum |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 students whose parents’ total annual income is 4 lakh or less | 17 students | 8 students | Rs. 1,00,000/- each |
| another 38 students whose parents’ total annual income is 8 lakh or less | 25 students | 13 students | Rs. 50,000/- each |
Important note: The student shall be entitled to get benefit of scholarship under any one of the above mentioned categories subject to fulfilment of eligibility criteria.
Eligibility criteria for continuation/ renewal of the scholarship
Continuation/Renewal of the Scholarship in the subsequent years will be as per the University policy which may differ on a semester/year basis. However, it will be subject to meeting of minimum eligibility criteria, as under:
The students admitted under Non-Resident Indian (NRI)/NRI sponsored, Persons of Indian Origin (PIO), Foreign Nationals (FN) or Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries (CIWGC) category are not be eligible for the above scholarships.
The President will have power to make any exception in the above rules framed. However, in case of doubt in interpretation of any clause, the decision of the President will be final.
| Details | All India Category | Admitted through ACPC | Amoutn (Rs) per Annum |
|---|---|---|---|
| students having undergraduate degree in Engineering Degree and obtained a CAT score of 85 percentile and above | All eligible students, admitted under both All-India category and through ACPC taken together | Rs. 1,00,000/- each | |
Important note: The student shall be entitled to get benefit of scholarship under any one of the above mentioned categories subject to fulfilment of eligibility criteria.
Eligibility criteria for continuation/ renewal of the scholarship
Continuation/Renewal of the Scholarship in the subsequent years will be as per the University policy which may differ on a semester/year basis. However, it will be subject to meeting of minimum eligibility criteria, as under:
The students admitted under Non-Resident Indian (NRI)/NRI sponsored, Persons of Indian Origin (PIO), Foreign Nationals (FN) or Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries (CIWGC) category are not be eligible for the above scholarships.
The President will have power to make any exception in the above rules framed. However, in case of doubt in interpretation of any clause, the decision of the President will be final.
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.
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| Admissions Office | Institute of Management, Nirma University, Sarkhej-Gandhinagar Highway, Ahmedabad - 382 481, Gujarat, India. |
| Phone Numbers | 079-71652609, 02717-241901 |
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100% placement record at IMNU for the last several years is a testimony to the acknowledgment by the Corporate of the superior quality of the students' resource, affirming they are one of the best in the country. The placements have seen a boost from successful stint of students at summer internships leading to improved pre-placement offers (PPOs). The major highlights of placement 2024-25 is presented below..