Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies Kochi Course Admission 2025: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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11 Jun, 2025 Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies Kochi PGCAP 2025 registration has started for admission to various PG programs. The last date to register is extended to June 17, 2025. Apply Now!

Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS) is a private (Autonomous) business school located in Kochi.The B-school offers full-time MBA, MHRM, PGDM, and International MBA programs. 

Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS) accepts applications for its three programs in both online and offline mode. RCBS allocates seats in all 3 programs only on the basis of CMAT/CAT/KMAT/ MAT entrance exams. 

RCBS is inviting applications for admission to Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Human Resources Management (MHRM) and Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) Programs for the academic year 2023-24. 

The institutes takes Personal Interview of shortlisted applicants over telephone or in-person depending upon students’ preferences, followed by Group Discussion at the RCBS campus at Kochi.

As per the students reviews on collegedunia.com, the institute offers good placement (93%) and summer training opportunities. It is also analysed that marketing and sales are the top recruiting firms at the b-school. 

Read about  RCBS Kochi Courses and Fees

RCBS Kochi Admission Highlights 2023

Institute Name Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS), Kochi
Institute Type Private(Autonomous)
Basic Admission Criteria Entrance exam
Exams CMAT/CAT/KMAT score is applicable for MBA, MHRM & PGDM. MAT score is only applicable for MHRM & PGDM
Application Mode Both online and offline
Scholarship Available

RCBS Important Dates

Event Dates
Last Date to Apply for MBA, MA(HRM), PGDM March 15, 2023

RCBS Kochi PG Admission 2023: MBA, MHRM & PGDM

The university offers full time MBA, MHRM, PGDM & International Exchange programs at postgraduate level. The duration of all these programs is 2 years.

Name of the program MBA | MHRM | PGDM
Duration 2 Years
Type of Program Full-time
Eligibility Graduation/Postgradaution
Selection Criteria KMAT/CMAT/CAT/MAT

MBA program is offered in 4 specializations i.e

  1. Finance
  2. Marketing
  3. Operations
  4. Information Systems
Course Eligibility
MBA Candidate must have a Bachelor’s / Master degree from any recognized university with not less than 50% marks in the aggregate.
MHRM  Bachelors/ Masters degree recognized by Mahatma Gandhi University with at least 50% marks in aggregate. A pass in bachelor degree is required for SC/ST candidates.
PGDM Graduation degree recognized with Mahatma Gandhi University with at least 50% marks or pass in Master degree.

The programs offered by RCBS Kochi at postgraduate level are:

  1. MBA
  2. MHRM
  3. PGDM

RCBS Kochi MBA, MHRM & PGDM Selection Criteria:

Selection for admission to MBA, MHRM and PGDM programs offered by RCBS kochi is a 3 phase process. In the first phase candidates will be shortlisted as per CAT/CMAT/ KMAT Score.

In the stage 2 and Stage 3 candidates will be assessed on the basis of their performance in Group Discussion and Personal Interview.

The Minimum Cutoff Required by RCBS kochi is as follows:

Entrance Examination Minimum Cutoff Required (Composite Score)
CMAT 60
KMAT 108
CAT 50
MAT 500

Note: Final year students awaiting results may also apply. The degree must be recognized by M.G. University in PGDM.

How to Apply for RCBS Kochi?

Application form for admission to PGDM program can be obtained by visiting https://rcbs.rajagiri.edu/Admissions/AdmissionProcess. The admission form can also be obtained from Admission help desk of Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies, Kakkanad, Kochi. To fill the online application form correctly, aspirants can follow the given steps:

  1. Visit RCBS Website.
  2. Register by providing a valid Email and Phone number.
  3. After registration, fill the application form by providing all the required details.
  4. Finally, pay the application fee using Internet Banking/ Credit Card/ Debit Card.
  5. Application fee can also be paid in the form of cash or by DD in favour of Rajagiri College of Social Sciences, payable at Ernakulam.
  6. Candidates can apply for multiple programs using the same application form in the same fees.

Key Note: Candidate should submit the print out of the application form along with a copy of entrance scorecard on the date of GD-PI-WST

Documents Required:

  •  Clearly visible colour photos with the white colour background in which hats, sunglass and goggles should be avoided (photos should be in JPEG format, and dimensions should be 125 pixels tall & pixels wide. File size of the photo should not exceed 500 KB.)
  • Candidate must have any of the following exam score: CAT/MAT/KMAT or CMAT.

RCBS Kochi Scholarships

RCBS offers different kinds of scholarships to the deserving candidates. The scholarships offered are

  1. Diversity Scholarship: This scholarship is offered to non-keralite candidates who have secured admission to the PDGM program of RCBS, Kochi. This scholarship is granted on the basis of academic achievement of candidate.
  2. Career and talent Scholarship: This scholarship ensures that talented and highly motivated students have an opportunity to persue their career in management. Under this scholarship atleast 10 students are eligible for 25-20% tuition fee waver. The scholarship is granted on the basis of meritorious performance in CAT.

FAQs

Ques. What exams does Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS) consider for its MBA program?

Ans. Candidates who wish to seek admission to various MBA programs offered at Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS) shall have a valid score in either of the entrance exams like CMAT, MAT, CAT, or KMAT.

Ques. Does Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS) offer Post-Graduate Diploma programs?

Ans. Yes. RCBS offers a Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) and Postgraduate Diploma in Management for Working Professionals (PGDM-WP).

Ques. Does RCBS consider CMAT score for admission to its PGDM program?

Ans. No. For admission to RCBS PGDM, one must have a valid score in Xavier’s Aptitude Test (XAT). RCBS considers no other entrance exam for admission to its Postgraduate Diploma programs.

Ques. How can I apply to various programs offered at Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS)?

Ans. RCBS has the provisions to apply for its various program in both online and offline mode. To apply online, candidates are requested to visit RCBS’s official website and login to submit their application form. However, candidates can also visit the admission help desk of Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies, Kakkanad, Kochi, and submit their application form.

Ques. What are the selection criteria for various Postgraduate programs offered at Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS)?

Ans. Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS) first releases the merit list based on candidate’s performance in their respective entrance examinations. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for Group Discussion (GD), Personal Interview (PI), and Skills Test (ST). Admission will be based on the marks secured in the entrance test, Skills Test, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview.

Ques. Does RCBS conduct the admission process in phases?

Ans. Yes. Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS) conducts two phases to provide admission to its various MBA programs. For instance, for the Admission 2023 procedure, RCBS will invite candidates having valid CAT and MAT scores in the first phase. However, RCBS will consider valid CMAT, KMAT, MAT, and XAT scores in the second phase.

Ques. Will my work experience will be given any weightage for admission to various PGDM program at RCBS?

Ans. Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS) considers relevant work experience, the previous academic performance of the candidates, non-academic achievements for only shortlisting and ranking of candidates at various stages of the admission process.

Ques. What all documents do I need to submit during the eligibility verification process of RCBS? Does the verification process happen after the seats allotted to candidates?

Ans. Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies (RCBS) completes the eligibility verification on the same day of Group Discussion, Skill Test, and Personal Interview. Candidates are requested to bring the photocopies of all the below-mentioned documents for the verification process:
  • 10th, 12th, Graduation Mark Sheets
  • 10th, 12th, Graduation Passing Certificate
  • CAT/XAT/CMAT/KMAT/MAT scorecards
  • Relevant Work Experience Document (if any) 

Ques. Can I apply for more than one MBA program in the same application form?

Ans. Yes. Candidates can apply for RCBS PGDM, PGDM-WP, and MBA in management, HRM, International Exchange within the same application form and one-time application fees payment, after they complete the registration process.

Ques. What if I have a valid CAT score but I could not attend the first phase of the RCBS admission procedure?

Ans. Candidates who could not attend the first phase of GD-PI-ST can attend the same during the second phase. However, a candidate can attend GD-PI-ST only once during an admission year.

Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies Kochi Fees & Eligibility

Full time Courses
CourseFeesEligibilityImportant EventAction
MBA
6 Courses
96,600 (1st Year Fees) Graduation with 50% + CAT1 Feb - 14 Feb 2025
7 Lakhs (Total Fees) Graduation with 50% + CAT1 Feb - 14 Feb 2025
96,600 (1st Year Fees) Graduation with 50% + CAT1 Feb - 14 Feb 2025

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Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies Kochi Upcoming Important Dates 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
KMAT Karnataka Admit Card
Tentative
Nov 03, 2025
KMAT Karnataka Exam Date
Tentative
Nov 05, 2025
KMAT Karnataka Result
Tentative
Nov 21, 2025
CAT 2025Exam Date
Tentative
Nov 30, 2025

Expired Events

EventsDates
MAT Exam DateJun 08, 2025
MAT Admit CardJun 05, 2025
KMAT Kerala ResultJun 05, 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
KMAT Karnataka Admit Card
Tentative
Nov 03, 2025
KMAT Karnataka Exam Date
Tentative
Nov 05, 2025
KMAT Karnataka Result
Tentative
Nov 21, 2025
CAT 2025Exam Date
Tentative
Nov 30, 2025

Expired Events

EventsDates
MAT Exam DateJun 08, 2025
MAT Admit CardJun 05, 2025
KMAT Kerala ResultJun 05, 2025

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Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies Kochi Cutoff 2025

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Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies Kochi, CAT Cutoff 2024

Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies Kochi, CAT Cutoff 2024 for General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff percentile for CAT is 50
Courses
Round 1
(Cutoff percentile)
50
50
50

Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies Kochi, KMAT KERALA Cutoff 2021

Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies Kochi, KMAT KERALA Cutoff 2021 for General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff marks for KMAT KERALA is 72
Courses
Round 1
(Cutoff marks)
72
72
72

Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies Kochi, MAT Cutoff 2024

Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies Kochi, MAT Cutoff 2024 for General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff percentile for MAT is 70
Courses
Round 1
(Cutoff percentile)
70
70
70

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Rajagiri college was my only choice for doing my post graduation because of the college's reputation as one of the top business school in Kerala. Also the college has an AACSB accreditation and placement opportunities which makes it different from other colleges here. KMAT, CMAT, CAT, XAT,MAT exams are the accepted entrance exams in the college. The cutoff for KMAT is 108, CMAT is 30 percentile, CAT is 50 percentile, XAT is 15 and MAT is 500. The admission process include a test, GD and PI.
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Kiran Thomas
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Top college in Kerala, and the institution is a well known institution. The reputation of the institution does matters. I was in to the business field. So choose to take MBA. Also i have work experience of 2.5 years
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PGDM course is a really great course for the ones who want to pursue their career in big multi national firms and also a great platform for the ones who really wants to do their own business. PGDM course at the Rajagiri centre for business studies is one of the best course available at kerala. Rajagiri centre for business studies is one of the prestigious institution run by the CMI congregation. If any of the student wants to pursue their career in management this is the right choice for you available in kerala. The college has got a beautiful campus with very good facilities like well furnished classrooms, air conditioned Computer labs and a brilliant faculty team. The college has got a very good placement Cell and placement records too.
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A detailed overview of the Admission process is as follows: You have to appear for the entrance test approved by AICTE and apply for the counseling process of the college. A merit list will be released by the university, on the basis of entrance exam scores and overall academic record of the student. Then the shortlisted students will be called for an interview and group discussion round. Afterward, the students will have to undergo the document verification process if they satisfied all these above-mentioned criteria. On the successful completion of these parameters, I was granted admission and asked to pay the fee.
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I appeared for the CMAT exam which is a management level entrance exam for admissions to the MBA and PGDM program. This college is closer to my house that's why I opted for this college. After clearing the entrance exam, I appeared for counseling.
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Paul Johnson
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There was an entrance test followed by a gd and interview. These processes was hard enough so that getting into this college is highly competitive. Those who wish to join this college should prepare well.
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The admission process will be interview followed by group discussion. U want to attent either any of the MBA entrance exam the students will be called for the gdpi based on the marks they have scored on the entrance examination
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I've got 67 percentile in CAT and with this score I applied for admission in the college website. Then I got a call for PI, GD and WAT. I went to college for the same. After the satisfactory performance, I got admission in the college.
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The alumni advised us in deciding whether to take higher studies or to settle for job. They were very helpful in academics purposes.
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