IMS Pimpri MBA Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Total Fees (2-Year Programme)	INR 3,42,000
Total Fees	INR 3,42,000

Fees are for the full two-year duration and payable in semester-wise instalments.

Hostel and mess charges are levied separately and not included in the above figure.

Students are advised to confirm the current fee structure at the time of admission through the official institute.

IMS Pimpri MBA Admission 2026

Event	Date
CAT 2026 Registration Closes	15 September 2026
CAT 2026 Exam	29 November 2026
CAT 2026 Result	24 December 2026 (Tentative)
MAH-MBA-CET 2027 Registration	January 2027 (Tentative)
MAH-MBA-CET 2027 Registration Closes	February 2027 (Tentative)
MAH-MBA-CET 2027 Exam	April 2027 (Tentative)
DTE Maharashtra CAP Counselling	June 2027 (Tentative)
Academic Session Begins	August 2027 (Tentative)

CAT 2026 scores will be accepted for the upcoming 2027-28 admission cycle.

State-quota seats are filled through DTE Maharashtra CAP rounds using MAH-MBA-CET scores.

Out-of-state candidates may apply using CAT, CMAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, or GMAT scores.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a UGC-recognized university.

Minimum 50% aggregate marks at graduation (general category).

Valid score in at least one of: CAT, MAH-MBA-CET, CMAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, or GMAT.

Admission Process

Appear for CAT, MAH-MBA-CET, CMAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, or GMAT as applicable.

Apply through the DTE Maharashtra CAP portal once registration opens for the next cycle.

Participate in Centralised Admission Process (CAP) rounds for state-quota seat allotment.

Report to IMS Pimpri with original mark sheets, identity proof, and entrance score card.

Pay the prescribed fee within the stipulated date to confirm and secure the allotted seat.

✓ Opt for this if

You want an SPPU-affiliated MBA at a lower total outlay in Pune.
You are a Maharashtra resident eligible for DTE CAP state-quota seats.
You prefer Pimpri-Chinchwad’s industrial belt for internship and placement access.
Your MAH-MBA-CET or CAT score falls in the moderate-to-good range.

✗ Skip if

You need a nationally ranked B-school brand for your target industry or recruiter.
You are targeting management placements outside the Pune-Mumbai corridor.
Your entrance score qualifies you for higher-ranked SPPU-affiliated autonomous institutes.

IMS Pimpri MBA Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
EBC Scholarship (State Government)	As per state norms	Economically backward class students with family income below prescribed limit
OBC / VJNT / SBC Post-Matric Scholarship	As per state norms	Students from OBC, VJNT, or SBC categories recognised by Maharashtra government

Apply for state scholarships through the MahaDBT portal before the notified deadline each year.

Scholarship amounts are governed by Maharashtra government circulars revised periodically.

IMS Pimpri MBA FAQs

Ques. Is IMS Pimpri MBA affiliated to a recognized university?

Ans. Yes. The MBA programme at IMS Pimpri is affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), one of Maharashtra’s premier state universities. The programme is approved by AICTE and follows the SPPU MBA curriculum and examination pattern. Students receive an SPPU degree upon successful completion.

Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for IMS Pimpri MBA admission?

Ans. IMS Pimpri accepts valid scores from CAT, MAH-MBA-CET, CMAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, and GMAT. Maharashtra state candidates typically secure admission through MAH-MBA-CET via the DTE Maharashtra Centralised Admission Process (CAP) rounds. Candidates from other states or those with national-level exam scores can also apply using CAT, CMAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, or GMAT as applicable.

Ques. What is the total MBA fee at IMS Pimpri?

Ans. The total fee for the two-year MBA programme at IMS Pimpri is INR 3,42,000 for the full programme. Fees are generally payable in semester-wise instalments across the four semesters. Hostel and mess charges, if availed, are billed separately and are not included in this figure. Students should confirm the exact payment schedule with the institute at the time of admission.

Ques. What is the minimum eligibility for the IMS Pimpri MBA programme?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a UGC-recognized university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks at the graduation level. A valid score in at least one of the accepted entrance exams (CAT, MAH-MBA-CET, CMAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, or GMAT) is also mandatory. There is no restriction on the undergraduate stream for the MBA.

Ques. How does the DTE Maharashtra CAP admission process work for IMS Pimpri MBA?

Ans. Candidates appear for MAH-MBA-CET and register on the DTE Maharashtra CAP portal. Based on merit and college preferences, seats at IMS Pimpri are allotted through multiple CAP rounds. Allotted candidates must report to the college with original documents and pay fees within the stipulated date to secure the seat. If seats remain vacant after the main CAP rounds, a spot round may be conducted where eligible candidates can participate directly at the reporting venue.

Ques. Are there any scholarships available for MBA students at IMS Pimpri?

Ans. MBA students at IMS Pimpri can apply for Maharashtra government scholarships including the EBC (Economically Backward Class) scholarship and the OBC/VJNT/SBC Post-Matric scholarship. These are state-funded schemes disbursed through the MahaDBT portal. Amounts and eligibility norms are set by the Maharashtra government and revised periodically. Students are advised to register on MahaDBT at the start of each academic year to avoid missing the application deadline.