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MG University MBA Courses & Fees 2024: Eligibility, Cutoff, Placements, Application, Rankings

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MG University MBA Eligibility & Highlights 2024

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Total Tuition Fees 35K - 7.1L
Average Package 3L - 7.3L
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Q:   I want to apply for MBA in MG University. Do I need to appear for MGU CAT?

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It is not compulsory for MBA course aspirants to take the MGU CAT exam. As the university accept national-level exam scores as well, including CAT/CMAT/KMAT. Candidates applying with a national-level exam score are directly called for the personal interview round.

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Q:   What entrance exams are accepted for the MBA course at MG University?

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Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) offers a full-time MBA programme with a duration of two years. Admission to the programme is conducted through several national-level entrance exams, KMAT/CMAT/CAT/MAT followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview (GD & PI). Tabulated below is the latest MAT last round cutoff available for various categories:

Category

Percentile

General

70

OBC

70

SC/ST

70

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Q:   How can I get admission to MBA at MG University?

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For admission to an MBA at MG University, aspirants must meet the minimum eligibility criteria. The aspirants with a valid Bachelor’s degree in any stream with a minimum of 50% aggregate are eligible to apply. Moreover, the university selects candidates based on merit in CMAT/CAT/KMAT Kerala/KMAT/MAT/XAT/Karnataka PGCET/MGU CAP. Shortlisted candidates are further required to participate in the group discussion and personal interview rounds. Eligible candidates can apply via online mode by visiting the university website.

Moreover, some MGU-affiliated colleges also offer direct admission to an MBA course.

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Q:   Who is eligible for MBA at MG University?

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Candidates seeking admission to an MBA programme in MG University must fulfil the minimum eligibility requirements. The aspirants with a valid Bachelor’s degree in any stream with a minimum of 50% aggregate are eligible to apply. In addition, candidate should have passed the degree course from a recognised university. During the application form filling and admission confirmation, the academic certificate has to be presented for verification purposes.

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Q:   Is MG University MBA good?

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The university has been ranked 31 among top universities in India in the NIRF 2023 rankings by Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt. of India under the “university” category. It also provides placement support to the candidates. Many reputed companies recruit its students. Moreover, as per a consolidated report, the median package offered to PG 2-year candidates in 2022 stood at INR 5 LPA.

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MG University MBA Admission Dates 2024

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5 Jan '25
XAT 2025 Exam
17 Jan '25
CMAT 2025 city intimation slip
20 Jan '25
CMAT 2025 admit card download
25 Dec '24 - 25 Jan '25
MAH CET 20245 registration processOngoing
25 Jan '25
CMAT 2025 exam date
Jan '25
XAT 2025 resultTentative
Jan '25
XAT 2025 Cut Offs ReleaseTentative
24 Dec '24 - 2 Mar '25
MAT 2024 Registration Process PBT (February)Ongoing
9 Mar '25
MAT 2025 PBT (February)
5 Mar '25 - 9 Mar '25
MAT 2024 Admit Card PBT Download (February)
DatesPast Events
26 Dec '24 - 27 Dec '24
CMAT 2025 form correction
26 Dec '24
XAT 2025 admit card download starts
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Q:   Which subjects are taught in MG University MBA first semester?

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There are eight subjects in the first semester of MGU MBA programme. Each subject has a credit of three attached to it. Mentioned below are the MG University MBA first semester subjects:

  • Management Process and Organisational behaviour
  • Accounting and Costing for Managers
  • Managerial Economics
  • Managerial Communication
  • Computer Applications in Business
  • Legal Environment of Business
  • Statistics for Management
  • Environmental Management
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Q:   Can I do MBA after BA from MG University?

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Yes, you can do MBA after BA from MGU. An MBA is one of India's most adaptable post-graduate programmes. It is the only post-graduate degree programme that accepts students from a variety of backgrounds. As per multiple sources, about 60% of MBA holders come from non-business backgrounds in India. MBA after BA, on the other hand, is a somewhat unusual and doable choice. Read more about MBA Admissions 2024 to get complete details about the course.

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Q:   What is MG University MBA cutoff 2023?

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MG University cutoff 2023 for the MBA course is based on MAT scores. The university offers admission through the affiliated college, which is Rajagiri Business School.

As per the previous year cutoff ranks, candidates with a valid score of 70 Percentile in MAT are eligible for MG University admissions. Tabulated below is the MG University MBA cutoff 2023 and 2022 for the General category All India Quota:

Section20222023
Overall7070
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Q:   What is the fee for the MBA course at MG University?

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The total tuition fee for the MBA course ranges from INR 35,000 to INR 7.10 lakh. Mahatma Gandhi University (MGU) offers a full-time MBA programme with a duration of two years. Admission to the programme is conducted through several national-level entrance exams, KMAT/CMAT/CAT/MAT followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview (GD & PI). The basic eligibility criteria to be able to apply for the course is that the Candidates must have a valid Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate.

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Q:   What is the entrance exam for MBA at MG University?

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MGU Kerala admit candidates to the MBA course based on merit in CMAT/CAT/KMAT KERALA/KMAT/MAT/XAT/Karnataka PGCET/MGU CAP. Candidates seeking admission with a valid score in either of the accepted exams can apply. Some of the affiliated colleges offering the Management course may accept other entrance exam scores as well. During the form filling and at the time of admission, candidates should carry the scorecard of the respective entrance exam.

Furthermore, candidates without any entrance score can take the MGU CAT exam. Admission is granted based on this university exam score as well.

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MG University MBA Cutoff 2023

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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies : MAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
Section20222023
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MG University MBA Curriculum

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Master of Business Administration (MBA),Rajagiri College
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Q:   In how many semesters does MG University MBA curriculum have core courses?

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All the courses included in the MGU MBA first and second semesters are core courses. In addition, there is a core course and internship in the third semester along with a core subject and problem centered study in the fourth semester. Hence, each of the semester has a course. 

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Q:   What are the electives included in MG University MBA curriculum?

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Candidates get seven electives (Each) in the third and fourth semester of the programme. There are multple electives offered under each specialisation. Mentioned below are some of the electives offered by MGU:

  1. Consumer Behaviour
  2. Retail Business Management
  3. Insurance Services
  4. Data Management System
  5. Introduction to Business Analytics, etc.
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MG University MBA Seats 2024

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Q:   How many seats are available for MBA in MG University?

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The seat intake varies for the course offered on-campus and by the affiliated institutes. Seat reservation shall be followed as per the norms of the Government. Find below MGU University MBA seat intake on campus and at some affiliated colleges:

InstituteSeat Intake
MG University1022
SNGIST120
SCMS School of Technology & Management120
BMIM60
VJCET60

NOTE: The seat count given above is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative.

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Q:   Is there any seat reservations available at MG University for MBA course admissions?

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Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala reserves seats for the candidates belonging to SC/ST/SEBC candidates. Additionally, it also has seats reserved under the Sports/Cultural/PD Quota as well. At the aided colleges, the seat bifurcation is as follows:

  • Open quota seats: 50% in the case of aided/aided forward community Colleges and 40% in the case of aided backward Community Colleges
  • For SC/ST candidates: 15% for SC and 5% for ST categories
  • Community Merit Quota Seats: 10% in the case of aided/aided forward community Colleges and 20% in the case of aided backward Community Colleges
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MG University MBA Placements 2024

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Q:   Where are MG University alumni placed?

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According to the data gathered from unofficial sources, Operations domain has placed the most no. of MG University students. The domain-wise MG University alumni placement statistics are presented below:

Note: The above-mentioned alumni data is gathered from unofficial sources, hence may vary.

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Q:   How are placements in MG University for MBA course?

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The placements are decent for MBA in MGU Kerala. As of now, the 2024 placements report has not been released. However, the university has released the NIRF report 2024. Some of the key highlights of MGU PG (2-year) placements from the report are presented in the table below:

Course (PG 2-year)

Statistics (2022)

Total no. of students

442

Students placed

112

Median package

INR 6 LPA

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MG University MBA Ranking 2024

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Q:   What is the ranking of MG University?

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Mahatma Gandhi University, one of the major Universities in Kerala, is a premier educational institution in India. Mahatma Gandhi University has been ranked by many prestigious ranking bodies on national and international levels. Tabulated below is the list of ranks awarded to Mahatma Gandhi University Kerala:

Ranking Body

Category

Rankings

NIRF 2023

University

31

NIRF 2023

Overall

52

QS World University Ranking 2024Southern Asia90

Times Higher Education 2024

World University

501-600

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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2023
Offered by Marian Institute of Management
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5Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Review of Marian Institute of Management for MBA Admission in 2025.
Placements: This college has the best placement facilities, and the best package is provided by the companies internships to the college. There is a 3 Lacs to 8 Lacs salary provided by the companies. In this college, many tech companies are involved, like TCS, Wipro, and Accenture.
Infrastructure: This college's infrastructure quality is very good and uses high-quality products and provides multiple facilities like classrooms, labs, libraries, gardens, gaming rooms, Wi-Fi connections, etc. In this college, every year, sports and games facilities are organized for every student.
Faculty: In this college, teachers and professors are very intelligent and knowledgeable, and every student in this college is available, and in this college, teaching quality is very good, and explanation is very good. This course has a total duration of 1 to 2 years, and 2 semester exams are conducted in the college.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2025
Offered by Mar Athanasios College For Advanced Studies - MACFAST
3.8
4Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
The best college for pursuing MBA.
Placements: Our college offers excellent placement, as evidenced by the numerous large firms that have visited us, including TCS, HCL, Microsoft, Dell, and Infotech. Due to the large number of students, we are providing them with fantastic employment chances. Because of our excellent package, which costs 18 lacs annually, students in our college are qualified for placement opportunities during the last semester.
Infrastructure: Classrooms are good. Our course does not have any labs. Offered first-rate library resources as well. The library has a wide variety of publications, including novels, autobiographies, and study guides needed for the course. The hostel provides all the amenities you need. The cuisine is of decent quality. Sports are best played in college.
Faculty: In addition to being highly knowledgeable, teachers are also incredibly helpful and qualified. The quality of instruction is good. They don't prepare the students for the workforce. The course is pertinent to the curriculum. Exams for the semester are not that tough. Our course pass rate is 90%.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2017
Offered by Mount Zion College of Engineering (MZCE Pathanamthitta)
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Placements are very up to the mark.
Placements: The whole batch secured placements. The placement rate is around 90-95%. Top recruiting companies are HDFC Bank, Wipro, and TCS. The highest salary package offered is 8 LPA. The lowest salary package offered is 3 LPA.
Infrastructure: Our department is very good. We have well-ventilated classrooms. The library is well-stocked with books and has a very high-speed internet connection. Medical facilities are present on campus. Sports area is good.
Faculty: Our faculty members are very experienced and supportive. The curriculum is focused on the industry. We are quite updated with recent changes and developments. Various seminars are conducted in our college. Exams are not very difficult. Students can pass. The passing percentage is above 92%.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2023
Offered by SNGIST - Sree Narayana Guru Institute of Science and Technology
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Management was excellent because they treated us.
Placements: From the 5th semester, students were eligible for campus placement. TCS, Infosys, and other startup companies visit. Good packages were offered. If the skill set was good, they offer good package. Above 65% percentage was required for all companies. My plan was to get job as soon as possible.
Infrastructure: College life was excellent because many activities and programs were held in our college during our batch. I am one of the members of our college union in my final year, so I could be a part of all these activities. Hostel facilities were extremely good. There were Wi-Fi facilities and all other amenities. Hostel was situated within the campus. The process of registration for the hostel was also handled by the college. Food from the canteen was provided for hostel students and it was very good.
Faculty: There are 120 students in the class, including two divisions. The teaching staff is very good. They support us in any situation like mental issues, study-related problems, and health issues. They also motivate us to achieve our goals and succeed in life. They are really good people I have ever met. The computer science faculty is my favorite. Computer Science department HOD is my favorite sir. They also appreciate and help us when we are feeling low.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2024
Offered by Kochi Business School
4.8
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Review of Kochi Business School.
Placements: After the first year, we are eligible to sit for an internship. Different companies come with different job roles. Students who do not take an internship are required to work on project on campus for their last semester. After the first year, we will get internship opportunities. Many popular companies visit our campus. Placements record of the college is good, but due to the recession, it is down now. But, there are great opportunities in the future.
Faculty: The student-faculty ratio is 1:30, which allows for a good student-teacher relationship. They clarify all your doubts during lab sessions. There are 4 exams 2 lab exams and 2 theory exams. The 2 lab exams include one internal and one external. The 2 theory exams consist of mid-exam, which is held in one semester and final semester exam.
Other: A lot of industry events and activities take place in our institute, spread throughout the session. Some of these fests include B-Zest, Judicious, and many more. B-Zest is my personal favorite. It is an event where both students and teachers are involved in varying capacities.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2022
Offered by SCMS School of Technology and Management (SSTM)
3.2
3Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty2Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
Enjoy life peacefully and make memories.
Placements: The college had the best passing percentage when I was studying; it was likely to be 80 percent. 60 percent of the students were placed, and the highest package is around 20 LPA, and the lowest was 2 LPA. The top recruiting companies are Assure and IBM, and many more, and the job role offered to them was team leader.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the college is better compared to other colleges. The college has the best Wi-Fi facility and clean washrooms and classrooms, and projectors in it. The labs are well-equipped, and the sports room is also full of the equipment required for sports.
Faculty: The faculty in the college are good, but they don't have much experience in the subject; most of them have just completed their degrees. The curriculum is not at all good; it doesn't work properly. Passing the semester exam is easy, but you can't score well.
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MG University MBA 2024 FAQs

Q:   What is the cut off for Mahatma Gandhi University for MBA?

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Mahatma Gandhi University Kerela offers admission to MBA course based on MAT scores. Candidates seeking admission to MGU Kerela must have a valid MAT score to participate in further rounds of MBA admissions. Also, MGU offers admission to MBA course through Rajagiri Business School. The minimum MAT cutoff required for Mahatma Gandhi University is 70 Percentile. The aforememtioned percentile has been derived from the previous year cutoffs for MBA. For more information regarding Mahatma Gandhi University cutoff, click here.

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Q:   What is the MGU CAT 2025 exam date?

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MGU CAT 2024 exam dates are announced in May 2024. The MG University announces the exam dates and registration schedule on its official website. Moreover, the application process generally commence in the first week of Feb 2024.

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Q:   What are MGU CAT application dates 2025?

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MGU CAT 2025 application process is expected to start in February 2025 and end in May 2025. The MGU CAT application dates will be announced by MG University at its website for all courses. The application schedule may be extended and the new deadline will be announced by the university at its website.

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Q:   What is the course fees for two years MBA in MG University?

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The total course fee for MBA varies at MGU and its affiliated colleges. There are multiple components included in the course fee, such as tuition fee, security deposit, hostel fee, etc. Some of the fee components are one-time chargeable, while some have to be paid annually/semesterly. MGU MBA total tuition fee ranges between INR 35,000 and INR 7.1 lakh. This fee amount is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

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Q:   From where can I download CAT result?

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CAT result is announced at the iimcat.ac.in website. Candidates who appear for the test can download their scorecards from the official website by using their login credentials. The CAT result download link is made live about 20 days after the exam. Candidates can download their scorecards by using their login credentials.

Given below is the process to follow for downloading the CAT result.

  • Visit the official website of CAT exam
  • Click on CAT scorecard download
  • Enter your CAT ID and password 
  • Click on the scorecard tab
  • Download the CAT result PDF 

Process to check the CAT result on smart phone:

  • Open a web browser on the mobile phone
  • Type the url of CAT exam: iimcat.ac.in
  • Click on CAT scorecard tab 
  • Enter your CAT application number and password
  • Click on the scorecard tab to open the document
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