Overview
An MBA (Master of Business Administration) is one of the most sought-after postgraduate degrees globally. It opens doors to leadership positions in corporates, consulting firms, and entrepreneurship. India has world-class B-schools, and MBA graduates command premium salaries.
Why Pursue This?
Significant salary jump - average 100-200% increase
Access to leadership and management roles
Strong alumni network for career growth
Structured transition to business roles
Entrepreneurship foundation and resources
Entrance Examinations
CAT (Common Admission Test)
IIMs and top Indian B-schools
VARC, DILR, Quantitative Ability
Duration: 2 hours, Computer-basedXAT (Xavier Aptitude Test)
XLRI and XAT-accepting colleges
VARC, DM, Quant, General Knowledge
Duration: 3 hoursGMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)
International B-schools
Verbal, Quant, Integrated Reasoning, AWA
Duration: 3 hours 7 minutesNMAT/SNAP/CMAT
NMIMS, Symbiosis, and other B-schools
Language, Quant, Logical Reasoning
Duration: 2-2.5 hoursTop Institutions
IIM Ahmedabad
Top IIM, median salary 35+ LPA
GujaratIIM Bangalore
Strong in consulting and tech
KarnatakaIIM Calcutta
Strong finance specialization
West BengalISB Hyderabad
1-year program, global recognition
TelanganaXLRI Jamshedpur
Strong HR and marketing programs
JharkhandFMS Delhi
Best ROI among Indian B-schools
DelhiPopular Specializations
Expected Salary
iims
25-50 LPA median, top offers 60-90 LPA
tier2
15-25 LPA median
tier3
8-15 LPA median
Preparation Tips
Start preparation 8-12 months before the exam
Focus on fundamentals of Quant and Verbal
Practice mock tests regularly to improve speed
Build your profile with work experience
Prepare for GD/PI well in advance
Research colleges and their culture
Helpful Resources
IMS/TIME/CL
MBA coaching institutes
MBA Crystal Ball
Admissions guidance
Pagalguy
MBA community forum
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