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CAT
29 November 2026 (Sunday)
As per official notification
XAT
3 January 2027
As per official notification
SNAP
2 attempts in Dec 2026
Official notification not yet released
NMAT
November 5, 2026, to December 19, 2026
Official notification not yet released
CMAT
last week of Jan 2027
Official notification not yet released
XGMT
last week of Jan 2027
Official notification not yet released
MICAT
December 6, 2025 (Phase 1) and February 13, 2026 (Phase 2)
As per official notification
MAT
May 31, 2026
As per official notification
CUET PG
last week of March 2027
Official notification not yet released
MBA CET
1st Attempt: 6th to 8th April 2026 2nd Attempt: 9th May 2026
As per official notification
SRCC GBO
Last week of Feb 2027
Official notification not yet released
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Popular BBA Entrance Exams in India
XET 2027
XET 2026 will be held in May 2027 at centres outside Mumbai and in Mumbai. It is the Xavier’s Entrance Test by St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai, for select UG and PG courses. The test is computer-based, 2 hours long, 100 marks, and has no negative marking.
JHC CEE 2027
JHC CEE 2027 is Jai Hind College’s entrance exam for selected self-financed UG courses, scheduled for May 2027. Admissions are based on a combination of Class 12 marks and JHC-CEE scores. The exam is computer-based, with 100 MCQs in 90 minutes and no negative marking.
AUMAT 2026
AUMAT 2026 is the Alliance Undergraduate Management Aptitude Test for BBA admission at Alliance University, Bengaluru, scheduled in August 2026. It is usually an online test, with 45 MCQs in 60 minutes and a negative marking of 0.25.
MUCMET 2026
MUCMET is the Mumbai University Common Management Entrance Test for the integrated BMS + MBA programme at Mumbai University’s Thane Sub Campus. MUCMET 2026 will be conducted in the second week of June 2026. It is usually an offline exam with 100 MCQs in 2 hours and a penalty of 0.25 per incorrect answer.
LUGMAT 2026
LUGMAT (Lucknow University Graduate Management Admission Test) was the former name of the UGPET exam, an entrance test conducted by the University of Lucknow for undergraduate professional programs like BBA and BCA. The exam is scheduled for July 2026 and will be computer-based, with 100 MCQs in 90 minutes and no negative marking.
LUACMAT 2026
LUACMAT 2027, aka Lucknow University Associated Colleges Management Admission Test, is the undergraduate management aptitude test conducted by the University of Lucknow for BBA, B.Com, B.Voc, BCA, and BJMC admissions. The exam is expected in July 2026 and is usually an online test with 150 MCQs in 120 minutes, with no negative marking.
SNUSAT 2027
SNUSAT 2027 is the Shiv Nadar University Scholastic Aptitude Test at Shiv Nadar University for undergraduate programmes, typically held in multiple phases from May to June 2027. It is an online, remote-proctored exam of 120 mins with 40 MCQs and objectives, no negative marking, and sections based on logical and quantitative reasoning.
GAT 2026
GITAM Institute of Management conducts the GITAM Admission Test (GAT) for admission to BBA and MBA programmes scheduled to be held on 31 May 2026. The exam is held multiple times a year. It is 90 min long, with 100 MCQ questions, and there is no negative marking.
JET 2027
The Jio Institute Entrance Test (JET) is an online proctored exam for admission to one-year residential PGP programmes in AI & Data Science, Management, and Sports Management. Scheduled for February 2027, JET evaluates aptitude and subject knowledge, with scores contributing to the overall admission selection process.
CGCUET 2026
CGCUET at CGC Mohali is a Scholarship test for higher education conducted by Chandigarh Group of Colleges for UG admissions and scholarships. 22 May 2026 is the last registration date. The exam is held twice a year. It is an online exam lasting 50 minutes, with 50 MCQs and a total of 100 marks, with no negative marking.
Woxsen Aptitude Test 2026
The Woxsen Aptitude Test (WAT) is the first screening round for admission to BBA, BCA, MBA, BSc (Hons.), and BA (Hons.) courses. Going to be held in May 2026, the exam has MCQs only, no negative marking, 2 marks per question, with separate durations and patterns for MBA and UG programmes, followed by a personal interview.
NSAT 2026
NSAT 2026 NSAT — NIU Scholarship cum Admission Test — is conducted by Noida International University for BTech, BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB, BBA+MBA, and BAJMC programs. It is held in multiple phases throughout 2026. The exam is online/computer-based, with 75 MCQs covering Class 11 and 12-level topics, to be completed in 90 minutes. Qualifying NSAT is mandatory for technical programs; selection for non-technical programs is merit-based and followed by a GD/PI round.
JSAT 2026
JSAT (Jindal Scholastic Aptitude Test) is a remote-proctored test conducted by O.P. Jindal Global University, Sonipat, for admission to UG courses in Management (BBA), Law, Commerce, and Humanities. It is an online exam lasting 120 minutes, comprising 120 MCQs and 120 marks, with no negative marking.
FEAT 2026
FEAT (FLAME Entrance Aptitude Test) is conducted by FLAME University, Pune, for admission to BA, BSc, BBA, and BBA Communications Management programs. It is an online, remote-proctored exam held in multiple rounds throughout 2026. The test comprises 100 MCQs to be completed in 120 minutes. There is no negative marking. Candidates with SAT or ACT scores may be exempt from FEAT.
VSAT 2027
Vignan’s Scholastic Aptitude Test (VSAT) is a scholarship-cum-admission test conducted by Vignan’s Foundation for Science, Technology and Research (Deemed University), Guntur, for BTech, B.Pharm., Pharm.D, and BSc (Hons) programs. The VSAT exam 2027 is conducted in multiple phases and daily time slots over an extended window from January to April 2027. The question paper comprises 120 MCQs across four sections, to be completed in 120 minutes. One mark is awarded for each correct answer with no negative marking.
DSAT 2026
DSAT stands for Dayananda Sagar Scholarship Admission Test, a national-level MCQ entrance exam conducted by Dayananda Sagar University (DSU), Bengaluru, for UG and PG programs, including BTech, BBA, BA LLB, BBA LLB, and BPharm. The exam is available in both online home-proctored and offline modes, with the exam typically held in May–June 2026. Typically consists of 75 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to be completed in 2 hours, with no negative marking.
KITEE 2026
KITEE is an entrance examination for KIIT, which is a deemed university. KITEE stands for Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology Entrance Examination for BTech, BBA, BCA, and other UG/PG programs. The exam is typically held in multiple phases from May to June. It is an online computer-based test. The exam comprises of 120 MCQs to be completed in 3 hours and a penalty of -1 per incorrect answer
BUMAT 2026
BUMAT (Bharati Vidyapeeth Undergraduate Management Aptitude Test) is conducted by Bharati Vidyapeeth Deemed University (BVDU) for admission to BBA and BCA courses. It is a 2.5-hour exam with 200 questions. BUMAT 2026 is scheduled for June 13, 2026, in online CBT mode across 67 centres nationally.
PUBDET 2027
Presidency University Bachelor’s Degree Entrance Test is conducted by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) for admission to BA (Hons) and BSc (Hons) programs at Presidency University, Kolkata. Going to be held in April 2027, it is an offline pen-and-paper exam with 50 MCQs to be completed in 90 minutes, carrying 100 marks. Negative marking of 0.5 marks applies per wrong answer.
PUET 2027
PUET, also known as Panjab University Entrance Test (PU CET UG), is conducted by Panjab University, Chandigarh, for admission to BSc (Hons) and BPharm programs. The 2027 exam will be held in May. It is an offline OMR-based exam with 60 MCQs across separate papers in Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology, with a total of 120 marks for each section completed in 4 hours and 40 minutes in total. Two marks are awarded for each correct answer, with a negative marking of 0.25.
KAT 2026
Krea Assessment Test (KAT) is conducted by Krea University, Sri City (Andhra Pradesh), for admission to BA (Hons), BSc (Hons), and Integrated BBA+MBA programs. It is a virtual computer-based test of 80 minutes, featuring MCQs and short-answer questions across sections assessing critical thinking, analytical reasoning, numerical ability, and communication skills. No negative marking applies. Multiple admission rounds are held throughout 2026.
RSAT 2026
Rishihood Scholarship Aptitude Test is conducted by Rishihood University, Sonipat, for admission to its 4-year residential BDes program in UI/UX Design, Communication Design, and Product Design. The online exam features two sections assessing design aptitude and general reasoning. Multiple admission rounds are held in 2026. Shortlisted candidates appear for a personal interview. The university also accepts UCEED, NIFT entrance, CUET, or SAT scores in lieu of RSAT—eligibility: Class 12 with a minimum of 50% aggregate from any recognised board.
SPJET 2026
SPJET or SP Jain Entrance Test is a management entrance exam conducted by S.P. Jain School of Global Management. SPJET is a gateway for admission into various BBA courses offered by SP Jain School of Global Management. SPJET exam is conducted periodically in select cities in India, Dubai, Sydney and Singapore. The exam can also be taken online by the students. The exam is conducted for one hour. The exam is either conducted in the paper-based test mode or online.
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9. Which are the top MBA colleges in India that accept CAT scores?
All 21 IIMs, ISB (with work experience), FMS Delhi, JBIMS, IIFT, MDI Gurgaon, SPJIMR, and most premier B-schools accept CAT scores.
10. Which MBA colleges accept XAT scores apart from XLRI?
XLRI, XIME, XIM Bhubaneswar, GIM Goa, LIBA Chennai, TAPMI Manipal, and several other Xavier associate institutes accept XAT scores.
11. Which MBA colleges accept NMAT and SNAP scores?
- NMAT: All NMIMS campuses, Thapar University, VIT Business School, Alliance University
- SNAP: All 17 Symbiosis institutes including SIBM, SCMHRD, SIIB, SITM
12. Do international universities in India accept GMAT for MBA admissions?
Yes, ISB Hyderabad/Mohali, Great Lakes Chennai, SP Jain Mumbai, and several other international campuses accept GMAT scores.
13. What are the expected CAT/XAT/CMAT cut-offs for top MBA colleges?
- IIM A/B/C: 99+ percentile in CAT
- XLRI: 96+ percentile in XAT
- FMS: 99+ percentile in CAT
- JBIMS: 99.99+ percentile in CAT/CMAT
14. Can I get admission into an IIM with work experience below two years?
Yes, most IIMs accept fresh graduates. However, some executive programs and ISB require minimum 2-4 years work experience.
15. What is the minimum percentile required for Tier-1 MBA colleges in India?
Tier-1 colleges typically require 95+ percentile in respective entrance exams, with top institutions requiring 98+ percentile.
16. Which government MBA colleges in India accept entrance exam scores?
FMS Delhi, IIT Delhi (DMS), Delhi School of Economics, University of Hyderabad, and various state university MBA programs.
17. Are there any MBA colleges in India that accept MAT scores?
Yes, over 600+ MBA colleges accept MAT scores, including some AICTE-approved institutions, though most top colleges don’t accept MAT.
18. Can I get into a good MBA college with 70–80 percentile in CAT or CMAT?
Yes, you can get admission to decent colleges like some new IIMs (for 80+ percentile), state university colleges, and mid-tier private institutions.
19. Which colleges are best for an MBA in Finance/Marketing/HR in India?
- Finance: IIM A/B/C, JBIMS, FMS, XLRI
- Marketing: IIM A/B/C, FMS, MICA, SIMSREE
- HR: XLRI, TISS, MDI, SCMHRD
20. Do top MBA colleges in India provide global exposure or exchange programs?
Yes, most top colleges offer international exchange programs, global immersion programs, and partnerships with foreign universities.
21. Are executive MBA programs in India offered by top B-schools?
Yes, IIM A/B/C/L, ISB, XLRI, FMS, and other premier institutes offer Executive MBA/PGPM programs for working professionals.
22. What are the hostel and campus facilities like at top MBA colleges?
Top colleges offer excellent infrastructure including modern hostels, libraries, computer labs, sports facilities, and campus amenities.
23. How important are internships during an MBA program in top colleges?
Extremely important. Summer internships (between Year 1 and 2) are mandatory and often lead to pre-placement offers (PPOs).
24. Which MBA colleges in India are known for entrepreneurship and startups?
IIM Ahmedabad, ISB, XLRI, MDI, SIMSREE, and several institutes have strong entrepreneurship cells and startup incubators.
25. Do top MBA colleges accept fresh graduates without work experience?
Yes, most top colleges accept fresh graduates, though some weightage may be given to work experience in the selection process.
26. Are placements guaranteed in top MBA colleges?
While not technically “guaranteed,” top colleges have 95-100% placement records with excellent average packages and company participation.
27. What is the average salary package for IIM vs non-IIM top MBA colleges?
- IIM A/B/C: ₹35-36 LPA average
- Other top IIMs: ₹30-36 LPA
- Non-IIM top colleges (XLRI, FMS, JBIMS): ₹28-35 LPA
28. How do I shortlist MBA colleges based on my entrance exam percentile?
Create a list with 40% safe colleges (your percentile exceeds cutoff), 40% moderate (close to cutoff), and 20% ambitious (stretch targets).
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