Component

Amount (INR)

Programme Fee (2 Years)

INR 1,95,500

Total Fees

INR 1,95,500

AIMS MBA Family Business Management Admission 2027

Event	Date
CAT Registration Closes	September 15, 2026
CAT Exam	November 29, 2026
XAT Registration Closes	December 6, 2026
CMAT Exam	January 24, 2027 (Tentative)
XAT Exam	January 3, 2027
AIMS GD and PI	February 2027 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	June 2027 (Tentative)

AIMS accepts CAT, XAT, CMAT, SNAP, MAT, and GMAT scores for shortlisting.

Shortlisted candidates are called for group discussion and personal interview at the Pune campus.

Final merit list is based on entrance exam score, GD, and PI performance combined.

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% aggregate marks.

Valid score in CAT, XAT, CMAT, SNAP, MAT, or GMAT is required for application to AIMS Pune.

Candidates are shortlisted on the basis of entrance exam scores for the GD and PI round at the Pune campus.

Final-year graduation students may apply, subject to submitting the final marksheet before paying fees.

Admission Process

Apply to AIMS Pune directly through the institute’s website or application portal with your exam score.

Receive a shortlisting call from AIMS Pune based on your entrance exam percentile.

Attend the group discussion and personal interview at the AIMS Pune campus in Pune city.

Accept the merit-based offer letter from AIMS and pay the first instalment of the programme fee.

Submit original documents at the institute for verification to complete the admission process.

✓ Opt for this if

You come from a business family and want to professionalise its management.
You want to study succession planning and family governance in Pune.
Your CAT, XAT, or CMAT score qualifies for AIMS Pune shortlisting.
You value Pune’s business ecosystem for networking and internship access.

✗ Skip if

You need a top-20 ranked MBA for corporate conglomerate management roles.
You seek a general MBA without a family business specialisation.
You require a stipend-based fellowship for self-financing your MBA studies.

AIMS MBA Family Business Management Scholarships 2027

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Merit Scholarship	As per institute norms	Students with high entrance exam scores or strong academic merit
Management Quota Scholarship	As per institute norms	Based on entrance exam performance and personal interview score

Scholarship details and quantum are confirmed at the time of admission offer.

Candidates are advised to inquire at AIMS Pune directly for the current scholarship schedule.

AIMS MBA Family Business Management FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for MBA Family Business Management at AIMS Pune?

Ans. The total programme fee for the 2-year MBA in Family Business Management at Anekant Institute of Management Studies, Pune is INR 1,95,500. The fee is payable in installments as per the institute schedule. Hostel accommodation and transport, if opted for, are charged separately and not included in this total figure.

Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for MBA Family Business Management at AIMS Pune?

Ans. AIMS Pune accepts scores from CAT, XAT, CMAT, SNAP, MAT, and GMAT for admission to its MBA programmes. Candidates must apply to AIMS Pune with a valid score from any of these exams. Shortlisted candidates are invited for group discussion and personal interview at the Pune campus, after which the final merit list is prepared combining exam score and interview performance.

Ques. What is the minimum eligibility for MBA Family Business Management 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 from CAT, XAT, CMAT, SNAP, MAT, or GMAT is required to apply. Final-year students may apply provisionally and must produce the final result before completing the admission formalities at the Pune campus.

Ques. Is prior work experience in a family business mandatory for this MBA at AIMS?

Ans. No, prior work experience in a family business is not a mandatory eligibility criterion for the MBA in Family Business Management at AIMS Pune. The programme is designed to accept fresh graduates who come from business families or who wish to work with family-owned enterprises. However, applicants with relevant work experience may receive preference during the GD and PI rounds.

Ques. What career roles can MBA Family Business Management graduates from AIMS pursue?

Ans. Graduates of the Family Business Management MBA can work as business development heads within family enterprises, family business advisors, succession planners, board governance specialists, or consultants for SME and MSME businesses. The programme also prepares graduates to professionalise and scale family businesses by integrating corporate governance practices, financial planning, and structured human resource management.

Ques. How is the AIMS Pune MBA in Family Business Management different from a general MBA?

Ans. A general MBA provides broad exposure to all management functions. The MBA in Family Business Management at AIMS Pune additionally covers modules specific to family enterprise governance, intergenerational conflict resolution, succession law, emotional dynamics in business families, and professionalisation strategies. This specialisation is tailored for those who plan to lead, advise, or transform a family business rather than pursue a standard corporate career path.