Component

Amount (INR)

Programme Fee (2-year)

INR 1,95,500

Total Fees

INR 1,95,500

AIMS Pune MBA International Business Admission 2027

Event	Date
CAT 2026 Registration Closes	September 15, 2026
CAT 2026 Exam	November 29, 2026
XAT Registration Closes	December 6, 2026
XAT Exam	January 3, 2027
MAH-MBA-CET Registration Closes	February 2027 (Tentative)
MAH-MBA-CET Exam	April 2027 (Tentative)
Academic Session Begins	July 2027 (Tentative)

Admission is through DTE Maharashtra centralized CAP rounds.

Shortlisted candidates attend GD and PI at the AIMS Pune campus.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university.

Minimum 50% aggregate marks in graduation (45% for reserved category candidates).

Valid score in CAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, MAH-MBA-CET, or CMAT is required for admission.

Admission Process

Apply through the DTE Maharashtra CAP portal after result declaration.

Fill in college and course preferences during the CAP choice-filling round.

Receive seat allotment based on merit and CAP round schedule.

Report to AIMS Pune for document verification and group discussion or personal interview.

Complete fee payment to confirm the allotted seat.

✓ Opt for this if

You want a career in export-import, international trade, or global supply chains.
You plan to join a family business with export or import operations.
You seek an affordable SPPU-affiliated MBA below INR 2 lakh.
You prefer transparent DTE Maharashtra counselling for seat allotment.

✗ Skip if

You need a premium MBA brand with international exchange programmes.
You are targeting MNC corporate roles requiring a top-ranked institute degree.
You need strong placement support specifically in international trade firms.
You want a campus located within Pune city or closer to export zones.

AIMS Pune MBA International Business Scholarships 2027

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS)	Full tuition fee waiver	Top merit rank holders in MAH-MBA-CET, as per DTE Maharashtra norms
Government of Maharashtra EBC Freeship	Full fee waiver	Economically backward candidates with annual family income up to INR 8 lakh
Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship	As per government norms	SC/ST/OBC/VJ/NT students domiciled in Maharashtra
National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Scholarships	As per central government norms	SC/ST/Minority/OBC-NCL students across India

TFWS seats are allocated through the DTE Maharashtra centralized CAP process.

Apply for Maharashtra government scholarships through mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in.

AIMS Pune MBA International Business FAQs

Ques. Is AIMS Pune good for MBA International Business?

Ans. Anekant Institute of Management Studies (AIMS) Pune is AICTE-approved, NAAC B++ accredited, and affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University. The MBA in International Business is suited for students wanting to work in export-import firms, global supply chain management, foreign trade consultancies, or international logistics. The programme covers WTO regulations, foreign exchange management, global marketing, and trade documentation alongside core MBA subjects.

Ques. What entrance exams are accepted for MBA International Business at AIMS Pune?

Ans. AIMS Pune accepts CAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, MAH-MBA-CET, and CMAT scores. MAH-MBA-CET is the primary exam for DTE Maharashtra CAP counselling. CAT 2026 registration closes on September 15, 2026, with the exam on November 29, 2026. MAH-MBA-CET for 2027 intake is expected in April 2027 (Tentative), with registration closing around February 2027.

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

Ans. The total fee for the two-year MBA in International Business at AIMS Pune is INR 1,95,500. This is one of the more cost-effective SPPU-affiliated MBA options in the Pune district. Hostel and mess charges are payable separately. Eligible students can apply for TFWS, EBC Freeship, or Post-Matric Scholarship to further reduce their out-of-pocket cost.

Ques. What career roles are available after MBA International Business from AIMS Pune?

Ans. Graduates of MBA International Business from AIMS Pune can work as export managers, import executives, international trade analysts, customs and logistics coordinators, and foreign market research analysts. The Pune region has a well-established export sector in engineering goods, auto components, and agri-products, offering opportunities with firms that have global business operations in and around Maharashtra.

Ques. What scholarships are available for MBA International Business students at AIMS Pune?

Ans. The DTE Maharashtra Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS) provides a full tuition waiver to top MAH-MBA-CET merit holders. The Government of Maharashtra EBC Freeship covers the entire fee for students with annual family income up to INR 8 lakh. SC/ST/OBC/VJ/NT domiciled candidates can apply via MahaDbt, and the NSP portal offers central government scholarships for eligible students nationally.

Ques. Is the MBA International Business degree from AIMS Pune recognized for government jobs?

Ans. Yes, the MBA International Business degree from AIMS Pune is awarded by Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), which is recognized by the UGC. The degree qualifies for government job eligibility where a postgraduate management qualification is required. Graduates can also apply to public sector units engaged in import-export operations and to foreign trade bodies that recognize SPPU degrees for recruitment purposes.