Is JEE Main mandatory for B.Tech admission at NIET Greater Noida?

JEE Main is needed for the 85% of seats filled through UPTAC counselling. The remaining 15% of seats are available through management and NRI quota. JEE Main is not mandatory for management quota admission. For management quota, the minimum requirement is 45% in 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and one optional subject.

What is the eligibility for B.Tech admission at NIET Greater Noida 2026?

Candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and one optional subject (Chemistry, Computer Science, or Biotechnology). The minimum aggregate required is 45% for General category and 40% for SC and ST categories. NIOS candidates are also eligible per AKTU norms.

How does UPTAC counselling work for NIET B.Tech admission?

UPTAC counselling is conducted by AKTU at uptac.samarth.edu.in. Candidates register once during the registration window and fill their college and branch preferences during each choice-filling round. Seat allotment is based on JEE Main rank, category, and preferences filled. Candidates allotted NIET must report physically to the campus with original documents by the stated deadline.

Can candidates from outside Uttar Pradesh apply for NIET B.Tech admission?

UPTAC regular rounds (Rounds 1 to 5) are restricted to UP domicile candidates. The candidates parents must be UP domicile and the qualifying exam must be from a UP institution. Non-UP candidates can apply through the management quota (15% seats) at applynow.niet.co.in. They may also apply in UPTAC Special Rounds if seats remain vacant after regular rounds.

What is the total fee for B.Tech at NIET Greater Noida?

The total 4-year B.Tech fee is INR 6,46,200 as per the 2025-26 session. Year 1 fee is INR 1,79,100 and Years 2 to 4 are INR 1,55,700 per year. Fees may be revised for the 2026-27 session. Contact NIET at admission@niet.co.in for the latest confirmed fee structure.

Which entrance exams are accepted for MBA admission at NIET Greater Noida?

NIET accepts CAT, MAT, and CMAT scores for MBA admission. Candidates are shortlisted based on their score from any one of these three exams. Shortlisted candidates are then called for Group Discussion and Personal Interview at the NIET campus in Greater Noida.

Is direct admission available at NIET Greater Noida?

Yes, NIET offers direct admission through management and NRI quota, which is 15% of the total sanctioned intake. This is available for B.Tech and other programmes. Apply at applynow.niet.co.in or contact the admissions office at +91-8010-500-700 or admission@niet.co.in.

Can final year graduation students apply for MBA at NIET?

Yes, final year graduation students are eligible to apply for MBA at NIET Greater Noida. Admission is provisional until the final marksheet is submitted after the graduation result is declared. The minimum eligibility is 45% in the bachelors degree (40% for SC and ST candidates).

What scholarships are available for students at NIET Greater Noida?

Students can avail UP State Government scholarships for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS categories. The Central Sector Scholarship via NSP is available for family incomes below INR 8 lakhs per year. AICTE Pragati scholarship (up to INR 50,000 per year) is for girl students and AICTE Saksham is for PwD students. Bihar students can apply through e-Kalyan and PMS-Online portals.

What happens if a candidate misses the UPTAC physical reporting deadline at NIET?

If a candidate fails to report to NIET campus by the specified physical reporting date after seat allotment, the allotted seat is cancelled. The candidate must then apply in the next available UPTAC round or apply through the management quota route at applynow.niet.co.in.

NIET Noida MBA: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Aug 19, 2026

NIET Greater Noida MBA is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University and approved by AICTE. The programme offers 7 specializations including Marketing, Finance, Human Resource, Business Analytics, and Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Total fee is INR 3,27,600 for all specializations. Admission is through CAT, CMAT, MAT, GMAT, or CUET PG scores with a batch intake of 300 students.

📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. CAT 2026 registration closes on 15 September 2026.

Key Points

NBA-accredited MBA programme under AKTU with a unique Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development specialization track
201 companies visited campus in 2023-24 with 493 MBA students placed including international offers in Dubai
85 percent of seats filled through UPTAC state counselling and remaining 15 percent directly through the NIET admission portal

NIET MBA Fees 2026

NIET Greater Noida MBA total fee is INR 3,27,600 for the full 2-year programme across all specializations. Year 1 fee is INR 1,79,100 and Year 2 fee is INR 1,48,500.

Course Name	Total Fees
MBA (Marketing / Finance / HR / Business Analytics / Logistics and Supply Chain Management)	INR 3,27,600
MBA (Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development)	INR 3,27,600
MBA (Marketing and Finance)	INR 3,27,600
Total Fees	INR 3,27,600 per specialization

Year 1 includes development and examination fees of INR 60,700.
Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.

NIET MBA Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
CAT 2026 Registration Opens	August 3, 2026
CAT 2026 Registration Closes	September 15, 2026
CAT 2026 Admit Card	November 4, 2026
CAT 2026 Exam	November 29, 2026
CAT 2026 Result	December 24, 2026 (Tentative)
CMAT 2027 Registration Opens	October 17, 2026 (Tentative)
CMAT 2027 Exam	January 24, 2027 (Tentative)
GD and PI at NIET	January to March 2027 (Tentative)
UPTAC Counselling	May to July 2027 (Tentative)

CAT and CMAT dates are per official exam authority notifications.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 years in any discipline from a recognised university with at least 45% aggregate marks
SC/ST candidates require a minimum of 40% aggregate marks
Valid score in CAT, CMAT, MAT, GMAT, or CUET PG is mandatory

Admission Process

85 percent of seats are allotted through UPTAC state counselling conducted by AKTU
Remaining 15 percent management quota seats are filled directly via the NIET admission portal at applynow.niet.co.in
Shortlisted candidates attend Group Discussion and Personal Interview on the NIET campus
Final merit list combines entrance exam score, undergraduate percentage, GD score, and PI score

NIET MBA vs Other Colleges

Here is how NIET Greater Noida MBA compares with similar colleges on fees, entrance exams, cutoff, and placements.

College	Fees	Exams	Cutoff	Salary	CD Rating
NIET Greater Noida	3.28 L	CAT CMAT MAT GMAT CUET PG	Not Disclosed	INR 4.09 LPA (Avg, 2024)	3.8/5
Galgotias University, Greater Noida	4.47 L	CMAT MAT NMAT GMAT XAT CUET	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed	3.8/5
GL Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management, Greater Noida	2.11 L	CAT CMAT MAT	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed	3.9/5
Sharda University, Greater Noida	Not Disclosed	CAT CMAT MAT GMAT	Not Disclosed	Not Disclosed	Not Rated

✓ Opt for this if

You want an AKTU-affiliated MBA with NBA accreditation under INR 3.5 lakhs
You prefer Greater Noida campus with NCR corporate connectivity and 200-plus recruiters
You are targeting UP state government job eligibility alongside private placement

✗ Skip if

You need a brand name that opens doors beyond UP and NCR geography
An average package of INR 4 LPA does not meet your return on investment expectation
You are targeting top consulting or investment banking roles requiring premier B-school credentials

NIET MBA Placement 2025

NIET Greater Noida MBA placements for the 2023-24 batch saw 493 students placed with 201 companies on campus. The average package was INR 4.09 LPA and the highest package reached INR 10 LPA. Select students secured international placements in Dubai in 2024-25. Top recruiters include Bharti Airtel, ICICI Bank, Asian Paints, Microsoft, Capgemini, TCS, and Genpact.

Metric	2023-24 Data
Students Placed	493
Companies Visited	201
Average Package	INR 4.09 LPA
Highest Package	INR 10 LPA

NIET MBA Scholarships 2026

NIET MBA students can access government and institutional scholarship schemes to offset programme costs.

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility	Deadline
UP State Government Post-Matric Scholarship	Up to INR 60,000 per year	UP domicile with family income below INR 2 LPA	Not Disclosed
AICTE Pragati Scholarship for Girls	INR 50,000 per year	Female students in AICTE-approved institutions with family income below INR 8 LPA	Not Disclosed
NIET Merit-Based Fee Concession	INR 25,000 adjusted against 4th installment	High CAT/MAT/CMAT scorers with strong PI performance	At admission
NSP SC/ST/OBC/Minority Scholarships	Variable	Category-specific criteria via scholarships.gov.in	As notified by NSP

Scholarship amounts and deadlines are subject to annual revision.
Verify and apply through the official NIET or government scholarship portals.

NIET Noida MBA Ranking

NIET Noida is ranked by several ranking agencies such as Outlook, NIRF. Some of these rankings are as follows-

#105 out of 200 under Outlook Ranking 2026.
#101-125 out of 125 under NIRF Ranking 2024.

Ranking Agency	Latest
	#101-125 out of 125 (2024) #3rd Greater Noida #11 Uttar Pradesh
	#105 out of 200 (2026)

NIET MBA FAQs

Ques. Does NIET MBA accept GMAT scores directly or only through UPTAC counselling?

Ans. NIET accepts CAT, CMAT, MAT, GMAT, and CUET PG scores. UPTAC state counselling fills 85 percent of seats using UP-valid exam scores. The remaining 15 percent management quota seats are filled directly by NIET and specifically accept GMAT scores alongside CMAT and CAT. If you have a GMAT score, apply through applynow.niet.co.in for the management quota route rather than the UPTAC route.

Ques. What is the Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development MBA track and how is it different from the standard MBA?

Ans. The standard MBA lets you choose a functional specialization such as Marketing, Finance, or HR. The Innovation track is designed for students planning to build or scale a startup and incorporates venture planning, design thinking, and incubation access alongside core management subjects. Both carry the same fee of INR 3,27,600 and the same AKTU affiliation, so the choice is purely about career direction.

Ques. How much does the GD and PI round affect the final NIET MBA merit ranking?

Ans. The final merit list at NIET combines entrance exam percentile, undergraduate marks, GD score, and PI score. There is no single published weightage formula, but strong entrance scores combined with clear communication in GD and PI significantly improve the final rank. Prepare on current business events, your graduation project, and your career plan for the PI round.

Ques. Do NIET MBA placements extend beyond NCR or are recruiters mostly local companies?

Ans. Most placement opportunities are from NCR-based companies in BFSI, FMCG, retail, and IT. However, 201 companies visited in 2023-24, including national firms like Microsoft, TCS, ICICI Bank, and Asian Paints that hire for pan-India roles. Select students in 2024-25 also secured international placements in Dubai. If your target market is outside NCR, proactively network through alumni and pursue internships in your preferred city during the MBA.

Ques. What career roles do NIET MBA graduates typically land after the programme?

Ans. NIET MBA graduates primarily enter sales and business development, financial analysis, HR operations, supply chain coordination, and digital marketing roles within NCR-based companies. The INR 4.09 LPA average reflects entry-level corporate positions. Graduates choosing Business Analytics or Logistics specializations have found stronger demand due to the growth in e-commerce and data-driven operations. Some graduates use the degree as a foundation before pursuing UPSC, banking exams, or higher studies abroad.