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Amount (INR)

Total Fees

INR 5,45,000

AIMS Pune MBA Agribusiness Admission 2027

Event	Date
CAT 2026 Registration Closes	15 September 2026
CAT 2026 Exam	29 November 2026
XAT 2027 Registration Closes	6 December 2026
SNAP 2026 Registration Closes	20 November 2026 (Tentative)
XAT 2027 Exam	3 January 2027
CMAT 2027 Exam	24 January 2027 (Tentative)
GD and PI Round	February to March 2027 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	July 2027 (Tentative)

AIMS Pune accepts multiple national entrance exam scores for MBA Agribusiness admission.

Candidates are shortlisted for GD and PI based on entrance exam score and academic profile.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate

Valid score in CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, SNAP, or GMAT for the current admission cycle

Final-year graduation students may apply provisionally, subject to fulfilling eligibility before the academic session begins

Admission Process

Appear for one or more national MBA entrance exams (CAT, XAT, CMAT, SNAP, MAT, or GMAT)

Receive a shortlist call based on entrance score and academic profile

Attend the group discussion and personal interview at the AIMS Pune campus

Merit list is announced based on entrance exam score, GD, PI, and academic record

Complete document verification and pay the first-year fee to confirm the seat

✓ Opt for this if

You want an MBA with a focus on agri-food business and rural markets in Pune
You have a background in agriculture and want a management career in the sector
You plan roles in FMCG, agri-inputs, cooperative banking, or agri-startups
You value Pune’s proximity to Maharashtra’s agri-processing and food-tech ecosystem

✗ Skip if

You need an MBA from an IIM, XLRI, or a nationally ranked top-tier institution
You want strong campus recruitment from IT, consulting, or BFSI sectors in Pune
You have limited interest in agri-business and seek a general management programme

AIMS Pune MBA Agribusiness Scholarships 2027

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Merit Scholarship	As per institute norms	Students with high entrance exam scores or academic distinction
Management Quota Scholarship	As per institute norms	Based on GD/PI performance and entrance exam score

Scholarship details are confirmed at the time of admission counselling at AIMS Pune.

Students may also apply for state and central government scholarships independently.

AIMS Pune MBA Agribusiness FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for the MBA Agribusiness at AIMS Institute, Pune?

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year MBA (Agribusiness) at AIMS Institute of Management Studies, Pune is INR 5,45,000. This covers the full two-year programme and may be paid in annual or semester-wise instalments as per the institute’s payment schedule. Hostel, transport, and study-material charges are payable separately over and above this amount.

Ques. Which entrance exams does AIMS Pune accept for MBA Agribusiness admission?

Ans. AIMS Institute of Management Studies, Pune accepts scores from CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, SNAP, and GMAT for MBA Agribusiness admission. Candidates are shortlisted based on their entrance exam score, academic profile, group discussion performance, and personal interview. Applicants are advised to appear for at least one of these exams before applying to AIMS Pune.

Ques. What is the eligibility for the MBA Agribusiness programme at AIMS Pune?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks. A valid score in CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, SNAP, or GMAT for the current admission cycle is also required. Final-year graduation students may apply on a provisional basis, subject to completing their degree before classes begin.

Ques. Does AIMS Pune’s MBA Agribusiness lead to good placement opportunities?

Ans. The MBA Agribusiness curriculum at AIMS Pune is designed to prepare graduates for roles in agri-input companies, FMCG firms, cooperative banks, rural financial institutions, agri-startups, and government agri-development bodies. Pune’s location as a hub for agri-processing, food technology, and rural finance companies supports the sector-specific career outlook for graduates of this specialisation.

Ques. What is the difference between MBA Agribusiness and a general MBA at AIMS Pune?

Ans. The MBA Agribusiness specialisation at AIMS Pune differs from a general MBA by focusing on agri-value chains, rural marketing, farm-level economics, agri-finance, and supply-chain management within the food and agriculture sector. Core management subjects are common across specialisations, but electives and industry exposure are tailored to the agri-business sector, making it more relevant for candidates with an agricultural background or career interests in the agribusiness industry. Students pursuing this specialisation also benefit from guest lectures by professionals in the agri-finance, rural marketing, and cooperative banking sectors, which provides practical context to the academic curriculum.

Ques. Is work experience required to apply for the MBA Agribusiness at AIMS Pune?

Ans. Work experience is not mandatory for the MBA Agribusiness programme at AIMS Institute of Management Studies, Pune. Fresh graduates from any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks in their qualifying degree are eligible to apply. However, candidates with prior internship or work experience in agriculture, rural finance, or agri-business sectors may be viewed favourably during the group discussion and personal interview round.