Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The MBA in Human Resource Management at DKTE Society's Textile and Engineering Institute (DKTE), Ichalkaranji, is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme affiliated to Shivaji University, Kolhapur. The programme covers core HR domains including talent acquisition, performance management, labour laws, organisational behaviour, and strategic HRM. The total seat intake for the MBA programme at DKTE is 120 seats (across all specialisations), with an annual tuition fee of approximately Rs. 61,524 for Open/Institute Level candidates. The course is offered in full-time on-campus mode and is popular for its strong industry linkages, experienced faculty, and proximity to the textile and manufacturing belt of Kolhapur-Ichalkaranji.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are upcoming. Based on the previous year's pattern, the MAH MBA CET 2026 is the primary entrance exam for Maharashtra state admissions, with the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) typically conducted between June and August. Institute-level admissions (based on ATMA/CET scores) are also conducted separately. Candidates are advised to watch the official DKTE website and the DTE Maharashtra portal for exact schedule announcements.

Key Points

DKTE's MBA department was established in 2008 and has an intake of 120 seats.
The programme offers specialisations in HRM, Marketing, Finance, Production Management, and Textile Management.
DKTE is an Empowered Autonomous Institute affiliated to Shivaji University, Kolhapur, and is NAAC accredited.
The institute has an industry-sponsored lab and strong MoU-based industry-institute interaction, particularly with the textile sector.
Students benefit from the MANEDGE management fest and PAQIC quality improvement cell, which are unique to DKTE's MBA programme.

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DKTE Latest Updates and News

02 Apr, 2026 MAT May 2026 session registrations have started for MBA admission. Aspirants can register @mat.aima.in till May 25, for PBT Mode, and till June 8, for CBT Mode. The Exam will be held on May 31 (PBT) and on June 14 (CBT). Read more.

12 Mar, 2026 ATMA 2026 (May session) Registration is open till April 21, 2026, for admission to MBA, MMS, PGDM & MCA programs. The Exam will be held on May 3, 2026. Read more.

05 Mar, 2026 DKTE MBA Human Resource Management Admission 2026 is open. The last date to apply is April 25 (Entrance Exam courses) and May 30 (Non-Entrance Exam courses). The Exam will be held from May 12 to 15, 2026. Read more.

DKTE MBA Fees

The MBA (HRM) programme at DKTE has a per-year tuition fee of Rs. 61,524 for Open/Institute Level candidates (2023-24 provisional structure; 2025-26 fees are subject to FRA approval and may vary slightly). SC/ST candidates pay a significantly reduced fee of Rs. 11,524 per year, while OBC/EBC/EWS candidates pay Rs. 39,687 per year. The total fees for the 2-year programme for Open category students amount to approximately Rs. 1,23,048.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Open / Institute Level (per year)	SC/ST (per year)	OBC/EBC/EWS (per year)	VJNT-SBC/TFWS (per year)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 61,524	Rs. 11,524	Rs. 39,687	Rs. 18,045
Other Charges (Eligibility, etc.)	As applicable	As applicable	As applicable	As applicable
Total Fees (2 Years)	Rs. 1,23,048	Rs. 23,048	Rs. 79,374	Rs. 36,090

Hostel Fees: Hostel facility is available on campus. Hostel charges range from approximately Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 24,000 per year (not mandatory; optional for students). Hostel fees are not included in the Total Fees above.

The fee structure shown is provisional for 2023-24 and is subject to revision by the Fee Regulating Authority (FRA) for 2025-26.
BC category, EBC, and EWS candidates must fill the scholarship/freeship form after admission confirmation; otherwise, full fees are payable.
Parent annual income limit for scholarship/freeship/EBC/EWS eligibility: below Rs. 8 Lakhs.
Education loan facility available through the Vidya Lakshmi portal (www.vidyalakshmi.co.in).
Shivaji University Eligibility Fee: Rs. 110 (Home University); Rs. 310 (Other than Home University).

DKTE MBA Admission 2026

DKTE MBA admissions are conducted through two routes: the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) managed by DTE Maharashtra (based on MAH MBA CET scores), and Institute Level admissions (based on MAH MBA CET / ATMA scores). The 2025-26 institute-level admission process has already been completed. For 2026-27, the MAH MBA CET 2026 is the primary qualifying exam, with registration having been open from January 10 to February 25, 2026. Candidates should monitor the DTE Maharashtra portal and DKTE's official website for CAP round schedules.

DKTE MBA Admission Dates

Event	Date
MAH MBA CET 2026 Registration Start	January 10, 2026
MAH MBA CET 2026 Registration End	February 25, 2026
MAH MBA CET 2026 Admit Card	March 25, 2026 (Tentative)
MAH MBA CET 2026 Exam (Attempt 1)	April 6-8, 2026
MAH MBA CET 2026 Exam (Attempt 2)	May 9, 2026
MAH MBA CET 2026 Result	May 28, 2026 (Tentative)
DTE Maharashtra CAP Rounds (Tentative)	June - August 2026
DKTE Institute Level Admission (Tentative)	July - August 2026
Batch Commencement (Tentative)	August - September 2026

Accepted Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Exam Date	Result Date
MAH MBA CET 2026	April 6-8, 2026 (Attempt 1); May 9, 2026 (Attempt 2)	May 28, 2026 (Tentative)
CMAT 2026	January 25, 2026	February 13, 2026
XAT 2026	January 4, 2026	January 16, 2026
CAT 2025	November 30, 2025	December 24, 2025
ATMA 2026	Multiple sessions (check official ATMA website)	As per session
MAT 2026	PBT: March 1, 2026; CBT: March 8, 2026	March 14-18, 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed a minimum 3-year Bachelor's Degree from a UGC-recognised university in any discipline.
Minimum 50% aggregate marks required (45% for backward class/EWS/PwD candidates from Maharashtra).
Valid score in MAH MBA CET / CAT / XAT / CMAT / ATMA / MAT is required.

Admission Process

Appear in MAH MBA CET 2026 (or other accepted exams).
Register on the DTE Maharashtra portal for CAP rounds (for state quota seats).
For institute-level seats, apply directly on the DKTE website with valid CET/ATMA scores.
Attend document verification and counselling as per the merit list.
Pay fees and confirm admission within the stipulated deadline.

DKTE MBA Scholarships 2026

DKTE offers a range of government-backed scholarships and freeship schemes for MBA students, making the programme accessible across economic categories. SC/ST students enjoy near-full fee waivers, while OBC, EBC, EWS, and minority students also receive significant financial support. Girl students from economically weaker backgrounds are particularly well-supported.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship / Scheme	Category	Benefit
Government Freeship (SC/ST)	SC / ST	100% Tuition Fee waiver
OBC/EBC/EWS/SEBC Scholarship	OBC / EBC / EWS / SEBC	50% Tuition Fee waiver
SBC / NT / VJNT Scholarship	SBC / NT / VJNT	100% Tuition Fee waiver
Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS)	TFWS	100% Tuition Fee waiver
Minority Scholarship	Minority Communities	Rs. 50,000
Girl Student Freeship	Girls (Father income < Rs. 8 Lakhs)	100% Tuition Fee waiver
Vidya Lakshmi Education Loan	All categories	Loan facilitation via portal

All BC/EBC/EWS candidates must fill the scholarship/freeship form after admission confirmation; failure to do so results in full fee payment.
Parent annual income must be below Rs. 8 Lakhs for scholarship/freeship/EBC/EWS eligibility.
E-Scholarship portal for SC/OBC/SBC/VJNT: mahaeschol.maharashtra.gov.in
E-Tribal Scholarship (ST only): etribal.maharashtra.gov.in
Minority Scholarship (State): dtemaharashtra.gov.in/scholarships
Minority Scholarship (Central): momascholarship.gov.in
Application deadlines are typically announced after admission confirmation; students should apply promptly.

DKTE MBA Placement 2026

Placement Information

Placement Details	Information
Placement Cell	DKTE has a placement cell that facilitates campus placements for MBA students.
Recruiting Companies	Given the institute's strong ties with the textile and manufacturing industry in the Kolhapur-Ichalkaranji region, HR graduates are typically placed in textile companies, manufacturing firms, and local industries.
Placement Data	The placement data specific to the HRM specialisation is not separately published.

DKTE MBA Human Resource Management Ranking

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DKTE MBA FAQs

Ques. Is the MBA at DKTE affiliated to Shivaji University, and does it have any special recognition?

Ans. Yes, DKTE is an Empowered Autonomous Institute affiliated to Shivaji University, Kolhapur. The MBA programme has been running since 2008 and the institute is NAAC accredited. Being autonomous, DKTE designs its own curriculum, which is regularly updated in consultation with industry experts.

Ques. What is the difference between CAP seats and Institute Level seats for MBA admission at DKTE?

Ans. CAP (Centralised Admission Process) seats (approximately 80% of intake) are filled through DTE Maharashtra's centralised rounds based on MAH MBA CET scores. Institute Level seats (approximately 20%) are filled directly by DKTE based on MAH MBA CET or ATMA scores. Both routes require a valid entrance exam score.

Ques. Can students from outside Maharashtra apply for MBA at DKTE?

Ans. Yes, students from outside Maharashtra (OMS/OHU category) can apply. However, they are eligible only for Open category seats and pay a slightly higher eligibility fee (Rs. 310 vs Rs. 110 for Home University students). OMS candidates are not eligible for Maharashtra state government scholarships/freeship.

Ques. Does DKTE's MBA (HRM) have a dedicated placement cell, and what kind of companies recruit HR graduates?

Ans. DKTE has a placement cell that facilitates campus placements for MBA students. Given the institute's strong ties with the textile and manufacturing industry in the Kolhapur-Ichalkaranji region, HR graduates are typically placed in textile companies, manufacturing firms, and local industries. The placement data specific to the HRM specialisation is not separately published.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for MBA students at DKTE, and is it mandatory?

Ans. Yes, hostel accommodation is available on campus at DKTE. It is optional and not mandatory for MBA students. The hostel charges range from approximately Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 24,000 per year. Students are advised to confirm availability and current charges directly with the admissions office.

Ques. What is the MANEDGE fest at DKTE MBA, and how does it benefit students?

Ans. MANEDGE is DKTE MBA's annual management festival that includes events like business plan competitions, case study challenges, HR simulations, and guest lectures by industry professionals. It provides MBA students with practical exposure, networking opportunities, and a platform to showcase managerial skills beyond the classroom.