Kochi Business School: Admission 2026, Fees, Courses, Cutoff, Ranking, Placement

Kochi, KeralaEstd 2011 MG University, Kottayam
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Content Manager | Updated on - Jan 19, 2026

Kochi Business School (KBS), Kochi, Kerala, is a centre of excellence located strategically near Smart city and Infopark in Kochi. Established in the year 2011, the school has an alliance with LEAD College of Management Palakkad. 

The MBA program offered by Kochi Business School is affiliated with Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, and approved by AICTE. The total fee is INR 4 Lakhs, an increase of approximately 8.11% (compared to 2024-25, ie, INR 3.7 Lakhs). Students need to have a valid KMAT (Kerala)/CMAT/CAT score. 

As per the latest available data, the highest package stood at INR 12 LPA and the average package at INR 4.5 LPA. Students secure internships of up to INR 25k per month. Some of the top recruiters include KPMG, LG, Infosys, TVS, Polycab, HCL, Axis Bank, EY, PwC, etc. 

Kochi Business School Courses Offered

Kochi Business School offers a 2 year MBA Degree with 170 seats, and Value added certification courses for a duration of 1-year are offered to working professionals over the weekend. 

Here is a tabulated view of Kochi Business School courses:

Courses Specialisations Admission Criteria
MBA (2 years)

Marketing, Finance, Human Resource Management, Operations
 

Eligibility: Graduation with a minimum of 60% aggregate
Selection Criteria: Valid KMAT/CMAT/CAT score + GD&PI
Value Added (1 year) Supply Chain Management, Logistic Management, Microsoft Excel Certification Course, NISM Certifications, Industrial Law, Digital Marketing, MOOCs, Artificial Intelligence, Design Thinking, Machine Learning, Data Visualization, R programming, Power BI, Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), Sales Management, National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM) Eligibility: Passed 10+2 with a minimum 40% aggregate
Selection Criteria: Merit-Based

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Kochi Business School Admission

Selection Criteria:

  • Candidates applying to Kochi Business School should have a bachelor's degree from Mahatma Gandhi University or any equivalent degree recognized by the same university. Candidates compulsorily must have 50% aggregate marks in their qualifying degree. Also, a valid KMAT/CMAT/CAT score is a must for admission.
  • Applications for KMAT Entrance Examinations for an MBA program can be submitted only through the online mode via the official website kmatkerala.in.
  • CMAT, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), is a national-level exam for admission into more than 600 colleges in the country. The application for the same can be submitted at cmat.nta.nic.in.
  • CAT scores are also considered for Kochi Business School admission.

How to apply?

  • Visit the official website of the College.
  • Either click on the ‘Apply Online’ button at the top right hand of the screen or navigate to Admissions tab and click on the ‘Apply Online’ button at the bottom of the page.
  • This will take you to the online application form for admission.
  • Candidates have to fill in Personal details like name, DOB, contact information, reservations, if any, Parent/guardian details.
  • Next candidates need to provide Academic details.
  • Fill in other miscellaneous information at the last step and submit your application.

Kochi Business School Campus & Facilities

The 10 acre campus of Kochi Business School is fitted with modern amenities and fully equipped to provide students with an immersive experience. The whole campus is Wi-Fi enabled, ensuring connectivity and easy access to information right at students’ fingertips. The other facilities offered by Kochi Business School are as follows:

  • Library: An exhaustive library containing vital resources for teaching and learning along with books intended for individual development. Students have free access to E-Journals through EBSCO Business Source Elite and J Gate. OPAC facility available for enhanced searching capability of library resources. For overall vocabulary and language development students also have access to various fiction, non-fiction books and magazines.
  • Computer Lab: A state-of-the-art computer lab, students have access to computers equipped with softwares required for academic and professional needs. The computers are installed with the latest programs and are periodically upgraded to keep in line with the changing landscape of technology.
  • Hostel: Boys and girls are provided separate accommodations. The buildings are equipped with modern amenities, recreational spaces and boarding to assist students with a comfortable living experience.
    • The college provides a hostel for female students with a capacity of 70 people. The monthly fee is INR 7,000, including the mess charges. The annual fee is INR 84,000 for a duration of 12 months.

Kochi Business School FAQs

Ques. Where is Kochi Business School located?

Ans. Kochi Business School is located at Edachira, Kakkanad, Kochi. The college campus is a mere 700 meters from the Infopark in Kochi and also has close proximity to the Smart City. The Infopark bus stop is 900 meters from the campus. Kalamassery, Triupunittura and Idapi are the three railway stations within the 7 km radius of Edachira Junction.

Ques. Does Kochi Business School offer scholarships?

Ans. Yes.  Kochi Business School offers scholarship to the deserving candidates based on academic performance. Details of the scholarship is given below:

10th, 12th, and Degree till 3rd Sem Aggregate Scholarship % Scholarship amount Total Fees (INR)
96% and above 25% 80,000 3.2 Lakhs
86% - 95% 20% 64,000 3.36 Lakhs
76% - 85% 15% 48,000 3.52 Lakhs
65% - 75% 10% 32,000 3.68 Lakhs

Ques. Does Kochi Business School provide internships to students?

Ans. Yes. The College offers internships to both 1st and 2nd year students. The students at Kochi Business School are upskilled to start research programs, projects, and summer internships in various MNCs and well-established organizations along with earning stipend.

Ques. What is the fee structure at Kochi Business School?

Ans. The MBA fees at Kochi Business School is INR 4 lakhs. 

Ques. What is the IEDC programme at Kochi Business School?

Ans. Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Cell was established with the support of Directorate of Industries and Commerce at Kochi Business School. The aim of this cell is to impart practical training in aspects like business plan development, report preparation, business execution and so forth. 

Ques. What are the extracurricular activities held by the Kochi Business School?

Ans. Management Fest KomBattS is student conducted meet testing the physical endurance and team management capabilities of participants. The event witnessed participation from 300 students from over 62 colleges across Kerala. Other activities involve celebration of various cultural and religious festivals, graduation ceremonies and educational tours.

Kochi Business School Fees & Eligibility

Popular Full time Courses
CourseTotal FeesEligibilityApplication DateAction
MBA
6 Courses
4 LakhsGraduation with KMAT15 May - 29 Aug 2025

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Courses Offered By Kochi Business School 2026

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Kochi Business School Rankings 2026

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Kochi Business School The Week Ranking

#134out of 235 in India 2024
#5th in Kerala
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Alen V Reji
Alen V Reji
5.0
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2025(Enrolled 2024)

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I applied at Saintgits college but got rejected then I applied at Kochi Business School and had a interview. I had to write KMAT entrance exam to get the admission and scored a decent mark 72 mark is the cutoff for the KMAT exam
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I applied in Saint gits in kottayam ,cams in Trivandrum, DCSMAT in Trivandrum. I didn't get impressed by their facilities and placement records. I get acceptance from all the above college but i didn't go. The interview should be completed in order to get admission in KBS
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The admission process is by filling out the application form and attending the telephone interview Eligibility is by having any graduation degree All details is in regarding on the college website for application fees and dates
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Athira S Kumar
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Facilities are the main attraction of our colleges for teaching and other activities and they make each student a better one for the future. It's easy for following the syllabus and subjects of each department.
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Ann Thankom
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Course Curriculum was a fine tooth. It catered to the precise elements which a leader of future must have. Initially we were taught all of the streams, so that we are capable enough to decide in which discipline we want to pursue our career.
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Leen Methro John
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My experience with the Kochi Business School was pretty good. I am feeling nostalgic even writing about it. The college gave me friends for life, memories to live with and a career to keep moving forward in life.
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Rahul
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The college ensure that each and every student do get placed as it is concerned with the future life of that particular student.Students are trained very nicely before the placement timings.They undergo sessions of communication and English classes for further development.The placement cell is very supportive towards the college students.
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A well decorated and maintained garden is present inside the college premises.Beautiful flowers are being gardened by the gardeners which are kept specially for the maintenance of the garden.A canteen is also provided by the college for the students to sit and refresh themselves .
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A huge playground is available in order to play football or cricket or any other sports as per the choice and decision of the students of the college.The field is maintained in a very proper way.A shed is also given beside the field for the students to rest there and gather and have social interaction among themselves.
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Course is vast actually here.A lot of subjects are being allotted to the different branches.Though syllabus and course is vast,still it is easy as compared to other colleges.It is easy in the sense in the books,it is described in simple English instead of such words which becomes difficult for the students to understand.
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Kochi Business School Faculty

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Principal
Dr. Bindhu Ann Thomas
Principal
Dr Bindhu Ann Thomas
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Dr. V Raman Vair
Dean of Academics
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Dr Muthumanni Somasundaram
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Assistant Professor
Dr Leena Francis
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Assistant Professor
Dr Dhanya J S
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Kochi Business School College Details

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Ottikali Road Near InfoPark, Thengod,Edachira,Kochi,
Kochi - 682030
Kerala, India
Get SMS Contact:  7025253020
Get Call Details:  7025253020
Website Link:  http://kbs.edu.in/
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Nov 27, 2023 16:30
When MBA accademic year start for 2023 batch
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Shikhar Srivas
Nov 30, 2023 23:29

Academic session for MBA course of this session will begin by December 2023.


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