Top MBA Colleges in Pune

Top MBA Colleges in Pune, Maharashtra’s second-largest city, is often referred to as India’s most important automobile and manufacturing hub. Management graduates look for MBA colleges in Pune because of the wide range of educational institutions in the region. There are 200+ MBA colleges in Pune. According to 2016 reports, around 500,000 students from India and abroad study in over a hundred educational institutions in Pune. There has been an increase of 85% in the number of MBA entrance test-takers in the state in the last 5 years. A 2019 report.

Tech Mahindra, HCL Technologies Limited, Deloitte, KPMG, TCS, Infosys, Cisco, Wipro, Accenture and Cognizant are among the Pune-based companies. Practical learning is possible due to the proximity of several industries, and the placement prospects are high. In addition, the city offers a wide variety of opportunities ranging from tourism to information technology to education. The following article covers more details about the top 50 MBA colleges in Pune, including specializations and eligibility criteria.

MBA Colleges in Pune

MBA from colleges in Pune offered promising employment opportunities along with an unparalleled academic experience. A comprehensive list of MBA colleges in Pune is listed below

Name of the Institute	Short Name of Institute	Entrance Exams Accepted
Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences, Symbiosis International, Pune	SIHS	SNAP
Symbiosis Institute of Digital and Telecom Management	SIDTM	SNAP
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Symbiosis International, Pune	SIBM	SNAP
Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology, Symbiosis International, Pune	SCIT	SNAP
Symbiosis School of Banking and Finance	SSBF	SNAP
Symbiosis Centre for Management & Human Resource Development	SCMHRD	SNAP
Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies	SIMS	SNAP
IBS Mumbai: ICFAI Business school	IBS (ICFAI Business School)	CAT, NMAT, IBSAT, GMAT
Regenesys Institute of Management	RIM	CAT/GMAT
ATLAS SkillTech University Mumbai	ASU	CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, NMAT, MAH CET, ATMA, GMAT
DGMC Mumbai: Deviprasad Goenka Management College of Media Studies	DGMC	CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, MAH CET, ATMA, GMAT
Department of Management Sciences, Pune University (PUMBA)	DMS PU	CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, MAH CET, ATMA, GMAT
National Institute of Bank Management (NIBM)	NIBM	CAT, CMAT, XAT
Indira Institute of Management  Pune– IIMP	IIMP	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT, GMAT, ATMA
Dr. D.Y. Patil Institute of Master of Business Administration	DYPI	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT, GMAT, ATMA
Zeal College of Engineering and Research		CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT, GMAT, ATMA
International School of Management & Research	ISMR	CAT, CMAT, MAT, SNAP, MAH CET, ATMA, MHT CET
Suryadatta Institute of Management and Mass Communication (SIMMC)	SIMMC	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT, GMAT, ATMA
JSPM’s Narhe Technical Campus	JSPM	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT, GMAT, ATMA
College of Engineering, Pune	CE Pune	MAH CET
Sinhgad College of Engineering	SCE	CAT,MAH CET
Sinhgad Business School	SBS	MAH-MBA / MMS-CET / CAT / CMAT
Sinhgad Institute of Business Administration and Research	SIBAR	CAT/CMAT
Sinhgad Institute of Management	SIOM	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT, GMAT, ATMA
RMD Sinhgad School of Management Studies	RMD SCMS	CAT/CMAT
Sinhgad Institute of Management and Computer Application	SIMCA	CAT/CMAT
Balaji Institute of Modern Management (BIMM), Sri Balaji University	BIMM	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT
Sai Balaji International Institute of Management Sciences	SBIIMS	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT, GMAT, ATMA
National Insurance Academy	NIA	CAT/CMAT
ICFAI Business School (IBS), Pune	IBS ICFAI Pune	CAT, GMAT, NMAT, IBSAT
Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Management Studies	DYPIMS	MAH-MBA/MMS-CET/CAT/CMAT
DR. D. Y. PATIL VIDYAPEETH, PUNE	DYP Vidyapeeth	DPU Entrance / CAT / CMAT / MAT / ATMA/ XAT
D. Y. Patil Institute of Master of Computer Applications and Management, Akurdi	DYPIMC
Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth Global Business School And Research Centre	DDYPV-GBSR	CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA and MHCET
Dr. D.Y. Patil B-School	DDYP	CAT, CMAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, MHT CET
D Y Patil University, Pune	DYPU Pune	CAT/CMAT
Jayawantrao Sawant Institute of Management and Research	JSIMR	MAT, XAT, GMAT, CAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAH CET
Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship Development, Bharati Vidyapeeth	IMED BU	BMAT
Mulshi Institute of Business Management	MIBM	CAT, CMAT, MAT, XAT
Symbiosis Institute of Media and Communication, Symbiosis International, Pune	SIMC	SNAP
ICEM – Indira College of Engineering and Management	ICEM	CAT/CMAT
RIIM – Arihant Group of Institutes	RIIM	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT, ATMA, GMAT, MHT CET
Trinity Institute of Management and Research	TIMR	CAT/CMAT
Shri Shivaji Maratha Society’s Institute of Management & Research	SSMSIMR	CAT/CMAT
Jayawantrao Sawant College of Engineering	JSCE	CAT/CMAT
Rajarshi Shahu College of Engineering	RSCE	CAT/CMAT
Balaji Institute of International Business (BIIB), Sri Balaji University	BIIB	CAT/CMAT
Deccan Education Society- Institute of Management Development and Research- IMDR	IMDR	CAT/CMAT
Imperial College of Engineering and Research	ICER	CAT/CMAT
Shri Shivaji Maratha Society’s Institute of Management & Research	SSMSIMR	CAT/CMAT
IIEBM, Indus Business School	IIEBM IBS	CAT, CMAT, MAT, XAT, GMAT, ATMA
Institute for Future Education, Entrepreneurship and Leadership	IFEEL	CAT/CMAT
Pune Institute of Business Management	PIBM	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT, ATMA, GMAT
ISB&M – International School of Business and Media, Pune	ISB&M	CAT, CMAT, MAT, XAT, GMAT, ATMA
MITCON Institute of Management	MIM	CAT, CMAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, MHT CET
JSPM’s Kautilya Institute of Management and Research	JSPM	CAT/CMAT
All India Shri Shivaji Memorial Society’s, Institute of Management	AISSMSIM	CAT/CMAT
Institute of Industrial and Computer Management and Research	IICMR	CAT, CMAT, MAH CET
Alard Group of Institutes	AGI	CAT/CMAT
Indira School of Business Studies	ISBS	CAT/CMAT
Dhole Patil College of Engineering	DPCE	CAT/CMAT
School of Management, MIT WPU		CAT/CMAT
Lexicon Management Institute of Leadership and Excellence	MILE	CAT, CMAT, MAT, XAT, GMAT
International Institute of Management Studies (IIMS Pune)	IIMS	CAT, CMAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, MHT CET
Pune Business School	PBS	CAT, CMAT, MAT, XAT, GMAT, ATMA
S.B Patil Institute of Management	SBPIM	CAT/CMAT
MIT College of Management, MIT-ADT University	, MIT-ADTU	CAT/CMAT
FLAME University	FU Pune	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT
Jayawant Institute of Management Studies	JIMS	CAT/CMAT
MIT WPU – World Peace University, Pune	MIT WPU	CAT/CMAT
Progressive Education Society’s Modern Institute of Business Management (MIBM Pune)	MIBM Pune	CAT/CMAT
IndSearch Institute of Management Studies and Research, Bavdhan Campus	IIMSR	CAT/CMAT
ASM’s Institute of Business Management and Research	ASM-IBMR	CAT/CMAT
Indira Global Business School	IGBS	CAT/CMAT
Marathwada Mitra Mandal’s College of Engineering	MMMCE	CAT/CMAT
Bharati Vidyapeeth	BYU	CAT/CMAT
AIMS Institute of Management Studies	AIMS	CAT/CMAT
Christ – Lavasa, Pune Campus	CU Pune	MAT, CAT, CMAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE, ATMA, CUET, UGC NET/ UGC CSIR NET/ GATE
UNIPUNE – Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU)	SPPU	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT, GMAT, ATMA
Neville Wadia Institute of Management Studies and Research	NWIMSR	MAT XAT GMAT CAT ATMA CMAT MAH CET
International School of Management Studies	ISMS	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, ATMA
Genesis Business School	GBS	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT, ATMA
Balaji Institute of Management Human Resource Development (BIMHRD), Sri Balaji University	BIMHRD	CAT, CMAT, MAT, MAH CET, XAT
Suryadatta Institute of Business Management and Technology	SIBMT	MAT /XAT /GMAT /CAT ATMA /CMAT /MAH CET
Jayawantrao Sawant College of Engineering	JSCE	MAT, XAT, GMAT, CAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAH CET
Rajarshi Shahu College of Engineering	RSCE	CMAT/ MHT CET/ CAT/ MAT/ GMAT/ ATMA/ XAT
Imperial College of Engineering and Research	ICER	GPAT/MAT/XAT/GMAT/CAT/ GATE/ CMAT/ ATMA MAH CET
Balaji Institute of International Business (BIIB), Sri Balaji University	BIIB	CAT/CMAT/ MAT/MAH CET/ XAT

Top 50 MBA Colleges with Fee Structure in Pune

The table below provides an overview of the Top 50 MBA institutes in Pune, which are presented in no particular order.

S. No	Name of the Institution	Entrance Exam Accepted	Fees (INR)
1	Amity Global Business School		5,90,000
2	Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth Global Business School And Research Centre	CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA and MHCET	5,00,000
3	Symbiosis Institute of Health Sciences, Symbiosis International, Pune	SNAP	9,40,000
4	Symbiosis Institute of Digital and Telecom Management – SIDTM	SNAP	6,45,000
5	Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Symbiosis International, Pune	SNAP	5,28,000 (per semester)
6	Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology, Symbiosis International, Pune	SNAP	8,49,600
7	Symbiosis School of Banking and Finance	SNAP	10,20,000
8	Symbiosis Centre for Management & Human Resource Development	SNAP	5,17,000
9	Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies	SNAP	3,87,000 (per semester)
10	DR. D. Y. PATIL VIDYAPEETH, PUNE	DPU Entrance / CAT / CMAT / MAT / ATMA/ XAT / any other state or national level entrance exam	2,50,000
11	Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies	NMAT	20,80,000
12	FLAME University School of Business	CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ GMAT/ MH-CET	10,60,000
13	IBS Pune	IBSAT, CAT, NMAT by GMAC, GMAT, SNAP, XAT, MAT, CMAT, CET	9,09,000
14	Lexicon Management Institute of Leadership & Excellence	CAT / MAT / XAT / CMAT/ MHCET / GMAT	8,30,000
15	International Institute of Management Studies	MAT/CAT/CMAT/ATMA	9,00,000
16	Ajeenkya DY Patil University-School of Management	–	6 L – 7 L
17	Pune Business School	CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/ATMA/GMAT or the Common entrance examinations	5,50,000
18	Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies & Research Master of Business Administration	SNAP	11,60,000
19	MITCON Institute of Management	–	5,25,000
20	Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship Development, Bharati Vidyapeeth	B-MAT	4.5 L
21	Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology, Symbiosis International, Pune	SNAP	12.2L
22	Institute for Future Education, Entrepreneurship and Leadership	CAT, XAT, ATMA, MAT, CMAT, GMAT, MH CET	6 L
23	ATLAS SkillTech University Mumbai MBA in Entrepreneurship & Management Skills	CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, NMAT, MH CET, ATMA, GMAT	10,45,000
24	Symbiosis Institute of Telecom Management	SNAP	6,45,000
25	RMD Sinhgad School of Management Studies	CMAT, CAT, MH CET	1.72 L
26	ASM’s Institute of Business Management and Research	CAT, MAT, XAT, GMAT, ATMA, CMAT, MH CET	3 L – 6.5 L
27	Regenesys Institute of Management, Mumbai International Leadership	Not Prescribed	8,00,000
28	Shailesh J Mehta School of Management Mumbai Master of Management	CAT	8,30,000
29	SIOM – Sinhgad Institute of Management	MAT, XAT, GMAT, CAT, CMAT, ATMA, MH CET	2.76 L
30	Department of Management Sciences, Pune University (PUMBA)	MH CET	1.29 L – 1.33 L
31	DGMC Mumbai: Deviprasad Goenka Management College of Media Studies PGDM – Media and Communication	Not Prescribed	6,55,000
32	Symbiosis Centre for Management & Human Resource Development, Symbiosis International, Pune	SNAP	22.36 L
33	Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU)	MAH CET/ CMAT/ CAT	5L
34	AIMS Institute of Management Studies	CAT, CMAT, MH-CET	3.95 L – 5.9 L
35	ZEAL Institute of Management and Computer Application	CMAT/MH-CET	2 L
36	National Institute of Bank Management (NIBM)	CAT/XAT/CMAT/GMA/GRE	10.38 L
37	Trinity College of Engineering and Research	CET/CMAT/AMMI TCOER	1.92 L
38	RIIM – Arihant Group of Institutes Bavdhan	Not Prescribed	1.82 L – 6.3 L
39	Akemi Business School	CET/CAT/CMAT/MAT/GMAT/ATMA/XAT	2.34 L
40	Guru Nanak Institute of Management Studies	MAT/CAT or any other entrance exam	6L
41	International School of Business and Media	MAT/XAT/GMAT/CAT/ATMA/CMAT	11.8 L
42	International School of Management Studies	MAH CET/MAT/ CMAT/CAT/ATMA	4.1 L – 15 L
43	MMM’s Institute of Management Education Research and Training	MAT, XAT, GMAT, CAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAH CET	2.24 L – 2.32 L
44	Mahatma Phule Institute of Management and Computer Studies	MH CET	2.2 L
45	Poona Institute of Management Sciences and Entrepreneurship Camp, Pune	MAT, XAT, GMAT, CAT, CMAT, ATMA, MH CET	1.84 L
46	International Institute of Management Science	MAT XAT GMAT CAT ATMA CMAT MH CET	2.4 L
47	International School of Management Studies	CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ GMAT/ SNAP	4.1 L – 15 L
48	Dr D Y Patil B School	MH CET, CMAT, CAT, XAT, MAT, ATMA, GMAT	7.5 Lakh
49	Sai Balaji International Institute of Management Sciences	CAT / MAT / CMAT / ATMA / MHCET	4.5 L
50	Balaji Institute of Management Human Resource Development	CAT / MAT / CMAT / ATMA / MHCET	8.9 L
51	Balaji Institute Of Modern Management Master of Business Administration	CAT / MAT / CMAT / ATMA / MHCET	7,85,000
52	Balaji Institute of Telecom and Management	CAT / MAT / CMAT / ATMA / MHCET	7,85,000
53	Genesis Business School	CAT / MAT / CMAT / ATMA / MHCET	4.75 L – 6.1 L
54	Jayawantrao Sawant Institute of Management and Research	CAT / MAT / CMAT / ATMA / MHCET	1.98 L
55	Deccan Education Society- Institute of Management Development And Research	MHT CET,CAT,XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA	4,00,000

Top 5 Specializations for MBA and their Scope

Management aspirants in Pune, get to pursue these top 5 specializations which are in demand.

MBA in Human Resource Management

Human Resource Administration (HRM) is the most essential component of any organization or corporation as it is responsible for recruiting and managing the employees of the organization. MBA in Human Resources imparts knowledge and training to manage people in a company. Students learn to recognize problems Students learn to recognize problems and come up with the best solutions that adhere to the best interests of the company. After doing MBA in HR, some of the job options available are listed below.

• Chief Human Resource Officer
• Assistant Human Resource Manager
• Human Resource Analyst
• Employee Relations Manager
• Compensation Manager
• Human Resource Executive
• Human Resource Consultant
• Human Resource Generalist

MBA in Sales & Marketing

This specialization focuses on sales and marketing. Every company needs a marketing department to increase sales through promotion, advertising and other means. This includes researching marketing and sales management principles. This specialization primarily covers key management disciplines such as planning, organizing, staffing and controlling.

• Brand Manager
• Market Research Analyst
• Retail Sales Associate
• Marketing Manager
• Senior Sales Executive
• Sales Specialist
• Head of Digital Marketing
• Asset Management

MBA in International Business

The MBA program at IB offers many possibilities in the current business world. International firms also prefer candidates with this degree, which contributes to its popularity. As globalization continues to increase and the number of companies operating globally, graduates from international business programs will have many career options after completing their studies. Those who have completed this course can choose from various job opportunities. Following is a list of some of them.

• Chief executive Officer
• Export Coordinator
• Foreign Exchange Management
• International Marketing Manager
• International Finance
• Investment Banking Manager
• International Logistics Manager
• International Business Consultant

MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

The global market is developing rapidly. To ensure that operations run smoothly and maintain a competitive advantage, every company needs a strong supply chain and logistics management network, in order to deliver value to customers in a more efficient manner. This course helps students gain experience in the planning, implementation, execution and management of product and service transportation. Functions include inventory management, customer service, warehousing, warehousing and supplies.

• Material Manager
• Operations Manager
• Sales Officer
• Purchase manager
• Logistics Analyst
• Logistics Manager
• Head of Supply
• Shipments Manager

The other significant specialisations are MBA in Business Analytics, MBA in Product Management, MBA in HR Operations, MBA in Leadership & Entrepreneurship and MBA in Construction & Material Management.

MBA Colleges Accepting MH CET CAT, GMAT, XAT Scores & Other Entrance Exams

MH-CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test) is conducted by government of Maharashtra for admission in Management course, it is a national computer-based test for admission to two-year full-time PG courses that is MBA and PGDM programmes. Some top ranked business schools in Maharashtra accept MH CET marks. Many other entrance exam scores like NMAT, CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT etc are also accepted by top MBA/PGDM colleges in Pune. Top 15 B-schools in Pune that accept MH-CET scores are mentioned here to help you find the right institute.

Top MBA/PGDM Colleges Accepting MH-CET Scores

• WIMD – Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research, Mumbai
• PUMBA – Department of Management Sciences, University of Pune,
• PCCE –  Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering Nigdi, Pune
• NWIMSRc – Neville Wadia Institute of Management Studies and Research Pune
• XIMR – St. Xavier’s Institute of Management and Research, Mumbai
• MPIMCS – Mahatma Phule Institute of Management and Computer Studies, Pune
• DYPCE – D.Y. Patil College of Engineering
• MIM – Met Institute of Management, Mumbai
• IIMP – Indira Institute of Management, Pune
• MIT – Maharashtra Institute of Technology, Kothrud, Pune

Colleges Accepting CAT, XAT, NMAT, GMAT and Other Entrance Test Scores

• NIBM – National Institute of Bank Management
• JIM – Jaywant Institute of Management
• IIMP – Indira Institute of Management – IIMP
• DDYPI MBA – Dr. D.Y. Patil Institute of Master of Business Administration Akurdi, Pune
• PUMBA  – Department of Management Sciences, University of Pune (PUMBA)
• FU – Flame University
• SIMMC  – Suryadutt Institute of Management and Mass Communication (SIMMC)
• SBIMS  – Sai Balaji International Institute of Management Sciences (SBIMS)
• DDYPIT – Dr. D.Y. Patil Institute of Technology
• DDY PVGBSRC – Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth Global Business School and Research Center
• MMMCEM – Marathwada Mitra Mandal College of Engineering Marathwada
• ISB&M – International School of Business and Media, Pune
• DPCE – Dhole Patil College of Engineering Dhole Patil College of Engineering
• ASM Institute of Business Management and Research
• MIT WPU School of Management, Management Institute of Leadership and Excellence

Reasons to Pursue MBA in Pune

Life is simple and convenient in the “Oxford of the East”

Being home to some of the best management and educational institutions in the country, Mumbai is often referred to as the Oxford of the East. Public transport is available, including auto-rickshaws, nearby trains, buses and taxis. The city provides ample space for everyone to live comfortably. People speak a combination of Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati and English.

Easy Access to Industries

Having multiple industries in and around the best management schools makes it possible for students to gain hands-on experience through industrial visits, internships and other methods.

High-Quality Education

Pune being an educational hub has an established heritage and offers quality placements. Here, students from different places across the country can be seen and international students also study here.

Blend of Cultures

With an emphasis on arts and crafts and education, Pune is a blend of cultures and is the cultural capital of the state. Apart from academics, you can cherish lifelong memories here

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