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7 best MBA colleges in India without CAT exam

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How to pursue MBA without CAT?

Explore leading institutes that offer MBA programmes without requiring CAT scores, delivering quality education and excellent career opportunities.

1. XLRI, Jamshedpur

XLRI offers a PGDM in Business Management and Human Resources, with admissions through the XAT exam, including MCQs, essay writing, group discussions, and interviews.

2. NMIMS, Mumbai

NMIMS offers MBA programmes in various fields, including Pharmaceutical Management, Human Resources, and Banking.

Admission process at NMIMS

Admissions are through the NMAT exam, which candidates can take up to three times. Final selection is based on the NMAT score, a written test, and a personal interview.

3. Symbiosis International University

Symbiosis has 11 schools located in Pune, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru. Admission to the MBA programme is through the SNAP exam, followed by a group discussion and personal interview.

4. MICA, Ahmedabad

Known for its PGDM in Communication and Marketing, this institute accepts CAT, GMAT, and XAT scores, along with the MICAT exam.

5. IIFT, Delhi and Kolkata

IIFT is renowned for its MBA-IB. The entrance exam focuses on general knowledge, and the selection process includes group discussion interview & essay writing.

6. IRMA, Anand

IRMA specializes in Rural Management and accepts CAT and XAT scores, along with a social awareness test. Final selection is based on group activities and a personal interview.

7. TISS, Mumbai

TISS uses the TISSNET exam for admissions, followed by a group discussion and personal interview. It is known for its unique evaluation approach.

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