Master of Business Administration (MBA) 

at PUMBA, Ganeshkhind

Yes, PUMBA accepts CAT scores/ranks for admission in its MBA course. Candidates whose CAT score/ rank is above the closing rank specified in the merit list released by the Department of Management Science, Savitribai Phule Pune University, can register further for the counselling process (Click here to check which college you can get based on your CAT score) and after surpassing the counselling process, students will have to get their required documents verified through the admission cell of the college and after that they will have to make fee payment which will lead to final seat confirmation in MBA programme at PUMBA.

For admission in MBA the candidate should possess a UG degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories). Also, the candidate should take any of these entrance exams, such as MH-CET/ CMAT/ CAT. Based on their score in any of the aforesaid exams, applicants can apply further for the counselling process.

Those candidates who belong to Maharashtra State have to qualify MH-CET exam. For Outside Maharashtra Candidates (OMS), students can apply through CMAT/CAT/MH-CET.

The application process for MBA MH-CET is usually concluded between February and March. Candidates willing to pursue MBA from PUMBA, Pune must take any of the aforesaid examinations to become eligible for the counselling process, followed by document verification and fee payment.

The Department of Management Science, Pune Univeristy (PUMBA) accepts admission in its MBA programme mainly through MH-CET, which the Government of Maharashtra conducts under the supervision of DTE. The application process for MBA MH-CET is usually concluded between February and March. Apart from MBA MH-CET, PUMBA also accepts the CAT/ CMAT/ ATMA score for admission in the MBA programme.

Aspiring candidates must fill the application form for the particular entrance exam before the last date specified on the official website of the concerned department.

No, there is no such provision through which a candidate can get direct admission in MBA without taking the required entrance exam specified by PUMBA, Pune. Aspiring students must follow the guideline formed by the Department of Management Science, Savitribai Phule Pune University, which is described below:

1. The candidate should possess a UG degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories).
2. Candidates who belong to Maharashtra State have to qualify MH-CET exam.
3. The application process for MBA MH-CET is usually concluded between February and March.
4. For Outside Maharashtra Candidates (OMS), students can apply through CMAT/CAT/MH-CET.
5. Applicants, based on their score in any of the aforesaid exams, if eligible, may get the opportunity to register for the counselling process.

Candidates willing to take admission in the MBA course offered by the Department of Management Science, Savitribai Phule Pune Univeristy (PUMBA) must have done bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories).

Also, PUMBA accepts admission for its MBA programme based on the score/ rank of MH-CET/ CMAT/ CAT. Those candidates who belong to Maharashtra State have to qualify MH-CET exam. For Outside Maharashtra Candidates (OMS), students can apply through CMAT/CAT/MH-CET.

The fees for Executive MBA at PUMBA vary and depend on factors such as residency status and programme duration. Generally, the fees for the entire programme range from approximately INR 3.5 Lacs to INR 5 lakhs. However, specific fee details can be obtained directly from the university's admission office or website. The fees details are currently "Under Revision." For more details, please contact the department.

The Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA), Pune, offers both BBA and MBA programs. The placement statistics for the BBA programme indicate that students are placed in companies with an average annual package of 25 LPA, with around 98% of students being placed in companies of their interest. On the other hand, the MBA programme at PUMBA has recorded an average package of INR 8.85 LPA and a the highest package of INR 18.97 LPA in 2023, with 104 companies participating in the placement drive. Based on these statistics, the MBA programme at PUMBA has stronger placement outcomes compared to the BBA program.

The basic eligibility criteria for pursuing Masters degree in Business Administration at PUMBA is  possession of undergraduate degree with minimum  50 percent in any discipline from any recognised college. Students aspiring to pursue MBA at PUMBA  should appear for common aptitude test (CAT), CMAT  or MH- CET. On the basis of cutoffs, students get admitted followed up by counselling process.

While institutional MBA programs have a solid placement record, the scenario is different for Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) programs. Placement statistics for BBA programs show that around 60% of students secure placement. While this figure shows room for improvement, it should be noted that the highest portfolio reaches 15 million per year, representing an opportunity for independent performers.

The average placement package for BBA students is between 3 to 4 Lacs per year. While this doesn't match the numbers posted on MBAs, it's a good starting point for graduates entering the workforce with a bachelor's degree. Moreover, the placement scenario may vary based on the student's individual efforts, specialisation and industry requirements.

As the organisation focuses on refining placement strategies and developing strong industry linkages, there is room for improvement in the BBA placement scenario in the future. Prospective BBA students can gauge current placement statistics and consider learning experiences, curriculum, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.