Component

Amount (INR)

Total Programme Fee (2 Years)

INR 95,000

Total Fees

INR 95,000

IMBA Akole MBA Retail Management Admission 2026

Event	Date
MAH MBA CET Registration	January 10, 2026 to February 25, 2026
MAH MBA CET Exam	April 6, 2026 to May 9, 2026
MAH MBA CET Result	May 29, 2026
CAT Registration	August 3, 2026 to September 15, 2026
CAT Exam	November 29, 2026

MAH MBA CET 2026 registrations closed in February 2026 and results were declared in May 2026.

CAT 2026 registrations are currently open until September 15, 2026.

Candidates seeking direct admission must contact IMBA Akole for GD/PI schedule details.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate (General) or 45% (Reserved category, Maharashtra norms).

Final-year undergraduate students may apply provisionally, subject to meeting the percentage criterion before document verification.

Valid MAH MBA CET score required for CAP counselling. CAT, CMAT, or MAT score accepted for direct admission through GD/PI.

Admission Process

Participate in seat allotment rounds and confirm the seat within the stipulated deadline.

For direct admission: apply to IMBA Akole with CAT, CMAT, or MAT score and attend GD/PI rounds.

Report with original certificates and fee payment receipt to complete enrollment.

✓ Opt for this if

You want an affordable MBA in Retail in rural Maharashtra at an SPPU college.
You plan to work in supermarkets, cooperative retail, or agri-retail in Maharashtra.
You hold a moderate MAH MBA CET score and prefer a smaller affiliated institute.
You want professional retail skills to manage or grow a family business in trade.

✗ Skip if

You aim for senior retail leadership roles at national retail chains or e-commerce firms.
You expect campus placements with large retail brands or FMCG companies visiting.
You need a metro location for retail industry networking or internship opportunities.
You require an institute with a strong national retail management ranking or brand name.

IMBA Akole MBA Retail Management Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Maharashtra Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC)	As per Maharashtra government norms	SC/ST/OBC/NT/SBC students domiciled in Maharashtra. Apply via mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
NSP PM-USP Yojana	Up to INR 82,000 per year	Family income below INR 4.5 LPA. Apply via National Scholarship Portal
SPPU Merit Scholarship	As per SPPU norms	High-merit students as per SPPU guidelines. Contact SPPU for details

Apply for Maharashtra government scholarships via mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in before the notified deadline.

NSP PM-USP Yojana applicants must submit a valid family income certificate and domicile proof.

IMBA Akole MBA Retail Management FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for MBA Retail Management at IMBA Akole?

Ans. The total programme fee for MBA Retail Management at IMBA Akole is INR 95,000 for the complete 2-year course. Eligible reserved category students may additionally avail the Maharashtra Post Matric Scholarship and the NSP PM-USP Yojana (up to INR 82,000 per year), which can considerably reduce the net cost for qualifying students.

Ques. What subjects are taught in MBA Retail Management at IMBA Akole?

Ans. MBA Retail Management at IMBA Akole covers subjects such as retail operations management, category management, consumer behaviour, visual merchandising, inventory control, customer relationship management, retail finance, and e-commerce and omnichannel strategies. The programme follows the SPPU-approved syllabus and includes case studies, live projects, and retail simulation exercises.

Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for MBA Retail Management admission at IMBA Akole?

Ans. IMBA Akole accepts the MAH MBA CET score for admission through Maharashtra’s CAP counselling process. CAT, CMAT, and MAT scores are also accepted for direct admission, which involves a GD/PI at the institute. Both pathways lead to the same SPPU-affiliated MBA in Retail Management degree.

Ques. What are the career opportunities after MBA Retail Management from IMBA Akole?

Ans. Graduates of MBA Retail Management from IMBA Akole can pursue roles such as retail store manager, category manager, visual merchandiser, supply chain executive in retail, consumer insights analyst, and trade marketing coordinator. Opportunities are available in supermarkets, cooperative retail chains, agri-retail organisations, and government public distribution system departments in Maharashtra.

Ques. Is the MBA Retail Management degree from IMBA Akole recognised by employers?

Ans. Yes, the MBA from IMBA Akole is affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) and AICTE approved. The degree is a recognised postgraduate qualification valid for employment across India. SPPU is a statutory university under the Maharashtra Universities Act, and degrees from its affiliated colleges carry full academic and professional validity.

Ques. Is MBA Retail Management useful for someone who wants to manage a family business?

Ans. Yes, MBA Retail Management at IMBA Akole is well suited for students who want to professionalise or expand a family retail business. The programme covers inventory management, consumer behaviour, retail finance, and category management, which are directly applicable to improving operations in trading, agri-retail, or general merchandise businesses common in Ahmednagar and surrounding districts.