List of Top MBA Colleges in India Accepting KMAT Based on 2024 Ranking

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The top MBA colleges in India accepting KMAT are Indus Business Academy, Bangalore, AIMS Institutes, Bangalore, Acharya Business B-School, Bangalore, Rajagiri Business School, Kochi, and SCMS Cochin School of Business, Kochi. Out of the total 163 MBA colleges in India that accept KMAT scores, 11 are government MBA colleges and 151 are private.

  • The top government MBA colleges in India accepting KMAT scores are KLS Gogte Institute of Technology, Belgaum, Berchmans Institute of Management Studies, Kottayam, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Calicut University, Calicut, and Dr Ambedkar Institute of Technology, Bangalore. 
  • The top private MBA colleges in India accepting KMAT scores are Indus Business Academy, Bangalore, AIMS Institutes, Bangalore, Acharya Business B-School, Bangalore, Rajagiri Business School, Kochi, and SCMS Cochin School of Business, Kochi.
  • The top CMAT accepting MBA colleges in Bangalore are RV Institute of Management, Bangalore, International School of Business and Research, Bangalore, K.S. School of Engineering and Management, Bangalore, BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore, and The Oxford College of Business Management, Bangalore.
  • The fee structure of KMAT accepting colleges ranges from INR 50,000 - INR 15,00,000 per year.

Top MBA Colleges in India Accepting KMAT: Highlights Table

The table below shows the parameters of MBA colleges in India accepting KMAT scores.

Parameters Statistics
No. of Colleges 163
Fees INR 50,000 - INR 30,00,000
Specializations MBA Finance, MBA Marketing, MBA International Business, MBA IT, MBA Business Analytics, MBA Logistics and Supply Chain Management, etc.
Admission Process Entrance Exam followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview

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Top 10 MBA Colleges in India Accepting KMAT

The top MBA colleges in India accepting KMAT scores are mentioned below with the number of seats available. Check the top 10 MBA Colleges in India

Top MBA Colleges in India Accepting KMAT: NIRF Ranking 2023

The following table shows the top MBA colleges in India accepting KMAT scores according to the National Institutional Ranking Framework 2023. NIRF Ranking is based on various factors such as placements, faculty, college infrastructure, and college performance. Below is the list of top MBA colleges in India accepting KMAT score as per NIRF ranking 2023. Check the Ranking of Top MBA Colleges in India

NIRF Ranking 2023 College Name NIRF Score
87 Alliance University, Bangalore 45.55
83 Rajagiri Business School, Kochi 46.03

Government MBA Colleges in India Accepting KMAT

There are 11 government MBA colleges in India that accept KMAT scores. These MBA colleges offer good placement opportunities with good infrastructure. Tabulated below are the top government MBA colleges accepting KMAT scores with the latest cut-off percentile.

College Name Cut-Off
KLS Gogte Institute of Technology - [KLS GIT], Belgaum 60-70
Berchmans Institute of Management Studies - [BIMS], Kottayam 80-90
Mahatma Gandhi University - [MGU], Kottayam 80-90
Calicut University - [CU], Calicut 75-80
Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology - [AIT], Bangalore 80-90
Kerala Agricultural University - [KAU], Thrissur 60-70
Presidency University, Bangalore 60-70
PES Institute of Technology and Management - [PESITM], Shimoga 60-70
Brindavan Group of Institutions, Bangalore Kannur University - [KU], Kannur 50-60
Kerala University - [KU], Thiruvananthapuram 60-70

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Private MBA Colleges in India Accepting KMAT

In India, there are around 151 private MBA colleges accepting KMAT scores. These private MBA colleges in India provide students with high-quality education, placements, and good infrastructure facilities. Below is the list of some of the top private MBA colleges accepting KMAT scores with the latest cut-off percentile.

Colleges Cut-Off
AIMS Institutes, Bangalore 61
Acharya Bangalore B-School - [ABBS], Bangalore 70
Kristu Jayanti College - [KJC], Bangalore 80
Alva's Institute of Engineering and Technology, Mangalore 90
K.S. School of Engineering and Management- [KSSEM], Bangalore 50
BMS College of Engineering - [BMSCE], Bangalore 47
Seshadripuram Institute of Management Studies - [SIMS], Bangalore 80
Surana College, Bangalore 50
Presidency College, Bangalore 65
Acharya Institute of Technology - [AIT], Bangalore 71

Top MBA Colleges in India Accepting KMAT: Fees Structure

The fee structure of top MBA colleges accepting KMAT score is as follows.

Colleges Total Fees
Indus Business Academy - [IBA], Bangalore INR 9,10,000
AIMS Institutes, Bangalore INR 9,00,000
Acharya Bangalore B-School - [ABBS], Bangalore INR 9,90,000
Rajagiri Business School - [RBS], Kochi INR 7,00,000
SCMS Cochin School of Business, Kochi INR 7,96,000
Kristu Jayanti College - [KJC], Bangalore INR 7,60,000
Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering - [VVCE], Mysore INR 3,96,000
Alliance University, Bangalore INR 18,00,000
RV Institute of Management - [RVIM], Bangalore INR 1,80,000
Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies - [RCBS], Kochi INR 7,00,000

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Top MBA Colleges in India Accepting KMAT: Admission Process 2023

After the Karnataka Management Aptitude Test (KMAT) entrance examination, students must follow the below steps to get admission to the desired MBA college.

  • The participating institutes will declare the KMAT cut-off marks after the results are announced. Students must check the cut-off percentile or marks through the official website.
  • Students who pass the eligibility and cutoff criterion must participate in the group discussion and personal interview rounds. Check: KMAT Exam Pattern
  • Students must be aware of current affairs and must be able to project the right judgments upon them in order to pass the group discussion round.
  • Final admission is offered based on the applicant’s performance in all rounds of the selection process. However, the selection process is dependent on individual institutions. Download KMAT Practice Papers

Top MBA Colleges in India Accepting KMAT: Placements

The top MBA colleges in India that accept KMAT scores have found a high placement rate for 2023. Some of the top recruiters that provide employment opportunities to the graduates of top MBA colleges in India are PWC, ICICI Securities, Berger Paints, Reliance, etc. Check the Top MBA Colleges in India Placement Wise

Top MBA Colleges in India Accepting KMAT: Placements

FAQs

Ques. Which colleges accept KMAT?

Ans: Indus Business Academy, Bangalore, AIMS Institutes, Bangalore, Acharya Business B-School, Bangalore, Rajagiri Business School, Kochi, and SCMS Cochin School of Business, Kochi are the top colleges that accept the KMAT entrance exam.

Ques. What are the top colleges in Bangalore that accept KMAT?

Ans: RV Institute of Management, Bangalore, International School of Business and Research, Bangalore, K.S. School of Engineering and Management, Bangalore, and BMS College of Engineering, Bangalore are the top colleges in Bangalore that accept KMAT.

Ques. How many times can I apply for KMAT Karnataka in a year?

Ans: Earlier, candidates could apply twice in a year if they were dissatisfied with the score. But now, candidates can appear for the exam only once a year. So, for the KMAT Karnataka exam, candidates will be able to appear only once.

Ques. Is CMAT tougher than KMAT?

Ans: Yes, CMAT is comparatively tougher than KMAT. Hence, most of the colleges accept CMAT scores for MBA admission.

Ques. How long is the KMAT score valid?

Ans: KMAT score is valid till one year.

Ques. What is the KMAT application fee?

Ans: The application fee of the KMAT entrance exam is INR 850.

Ques. Can I apply for two programs through the KMAT exam?

Ans: Yes, you can apply for two programs, however, you will have to fill out separate KMAT application forms for each program and pay the application fee of INR 850 separately.

Ques. Is KMAT conducted twice a year?

Ans: Yes, KMAT Kerala is conducted twice a year.

Ques. What is the difficulty level of the KMAT exam?

Ans: The KMAT exam is relatively easy to moderately difficult.

Ques. Will practicing for the KMAT mock tests alone will help?

Ans: No, along with doing the KMAT mock test, you must prepare using the books, watch tutorials and most importantly study as per the latest exam pattern.

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#1

BMS College of Engineering - [BMSCE], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 1280/2000
NAAC A++
4,50,000MBA/PGDM- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees
Placement Score: 129/1000
4.1 / 5 Based on 361 User
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#118th/371 in India 2025
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#2

Dayananda Sagar Business School - [DSBS], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE Approved
CD Score: 1280/2000
9,50,000MBA/PGDM- total fees
Placement Score: 299/1000
4.2 / 5 Based on 6 User
Reviews
Best in Faculty
#39th/122 in India 2025
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#3
CD Score: 1262/2000
9,00,000MBA/PGDM- total fees
Placement Score: 193/1000
3.8 / 5 Based on 1 User
Reviews
#106th/200 in India 2025
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#4

Alliance School of Business - [ASOB], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AACSB Approved
CD Score: 1242/2000
36,00,000MBA/PGDM- total feesCompare Fees
Placement Score: 273/1000
3.9 / 5 Based on 40 User
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#10th/100 in India 2025
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#5

Rajagiri Centre for Business Studies - [RCBS], Kochi

Kochi, Kerala |AICTE, NBA, AIU Approved
CD Score: 1224/2000
NAAC A++
96,600MBA/PGDM- 1st Year Fees
Placement Score: 120/1000
3.8 / 5 Based on 29 User
Reviews
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#27th/200 in India 2025
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#6

SCMS Cochin School of Business, Kochi

Kochi, Kerala |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 1204/2000
3,97,500MBA/PGDM- 1st Year Fees
Placement Score: 202/1000
3.9 / 5 Based on 25 User
Reviews
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#36th/200 in India 2025
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#7

AIMS Institutes, Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE Approved
CD Score: 1180/2000
NAAC A
4,37,000MBA/PGDM- 1st Year Fees
Placement Score: 229/1000
3.7 / 5 Based on 77 User
Reviews
Best in Faculty
#58th/122 in India 2025
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#8

Kristu Jayanti College - [KJC], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE, ACCA Approved
NAAC A++
4,85,000MBA/PGDM- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees-- 4.1 / 5 Based on 443 User
Reviews
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#181th/371 in India 2025
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#9

Rajagiri Business School - [RBS], Kochi

Kochi, Kerala |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 1170/2000
NAAC A++
4,30,500MBA/PGDM- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees
Placement Score: 134/1000
4 / 5 Based on 12 User
Reviews
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#188th/371 in India 2025
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#10

RV Institute of Management - [RVIM], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE Approved
CD Score: 1164/2000
NAAC A+
2,23,110MBA/PGDM- 1st Year Fees
Placement Score: 185/1000
4.1 / 5 Based on 11 User
Reviews
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#35th/122 in India 2025
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#11

Indus Business Academy - [IBA], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE, NBA, MHRD, AIU Approved
CD Score: 1146/2000
5,64,000MBA/PGDM- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees
Placement Score: 223/1000
4.1 / 5 Based on 65 User
Reviews
Best in Placements
#26th/200 in India 2025
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#12

KLS Gogte Institute of Technology - [KLS GIT], Belgaum

Belgaum, Karnataka |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 1022/2000
NAAC A+
1,15,500MBA/PGDM- total feesCompare Fees
Placement Score: 127/1000
3.7 / 5 Based on 146 User
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#243th/371 in India 2025
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#13

CMR Institute of Technology - [CMRIT], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 842/2000
NAAC A++
1,27,810MBA/PGDM- total feesCompare Fees
Placement Score: 158/1000
4 / 5 Based on 469 User
Reviews
Best in Academics
#143th/200 in India 2025
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#14
NAAC A
1,27,810MBA/PGDM- total fees-- 4.4 / 5 Based on 5 User
Reviews
Best in Academics
#186th/200 in India 2025
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#15

Presidency College, Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE, UGC Approved
CD Score: 685/2000
NAAC A+
3,50,000MBA/PGDM- 1st Year Fees
Placement Score: 114/1000
4 / 5 Based on 89 User
Reviews
Best in Academics
#55th/200 in India 2025
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#16
CD Score: 583/2000
3,50,000MBA/PGDM- 1st Year Fees
Placement Score: 129/1000
3.6 / 5 Based on 32 User
Reviews
Best in Faculty
#195th/200 in India 2025
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#17

Global Business School - [GBS], Hubli

Hubli, Karnataka |AICTE Approved
CD Score: 498/2000
1,15,500MBA/PGDM- total fees
Placement Score: 136/1000
4.5 / 5 Based on 8 User
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#192th/200 in India 2025
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#18

The Oxford College of Engineering, Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE, UGC, NBA Approved
CD Score: 492/2000
NAAC A
2,85,000MBA/PGDM- 1st Year Fees
Placement Score: 143/1000
3.3 / 5 Based on 314 User
Reviews
Best in Academics
#104th/122 in India 2025
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#19

Christ Academy Institute for Advanced Studies - [CAIAS], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 474/2000
2,80,000MBA/PGDM- 1st Year Fees
Placement Score: 120/1000
3.5 / 5 Based on 16 User
Reviews
#348th/371 in India 2025
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#20

Chetan Business School, Hubli

Hubli, Karnataka |AICTE Approved
1,27,810MBA/PGDM- total fees-- 4.6 / 5 Based on 2 User
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#198th/200 in India 2025
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#21

Ramaiah Institute of Technology - [RIT], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 797/2000
NAAC A+
88,560MBA/PGDM- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees 4 / 5 Based on 630 User
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#76th/155 in India 2020
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#22

Bangalore Institute of Technology - [BIT], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 610/2000
1,27,810MBA/PGDM- total feesCompare Fees 3.8 / 5 Based on 266 User
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#23
NAAC A
1,27,810MBA/PGDM- total fees 4 / 5 Based on 28 User
Reviews
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#24

KLE Technological University, Hubli

Hubli, Karnataka |AICTE, UGC Approved
CD Score: 642/2000
NAAC A
1,27,810MBA/PGDM- total feesCompare Fees 4.2 / 5 Based on 220 User
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#332th/608 in India 2023
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#25
CD Score: 582/2000
NAAC A
2,75,000MBA/PGDM- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees 4 / 5 Based on 269 User
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#26

Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering - [DSCE], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE, UGC, NBA Approved
CD Score: 682/2000
NAAC A
5,25,000MBA/PGDM- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees 4 / 5 Based on 441 User
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#95th/122 in India 2025
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#27
CD Score: 43/100
NAAC A+
4,70,486MBA/PGDM- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees 4 / 5 Based on 178 User
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#28

RNS Institute of Technology - [RNSIT], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE, NBA Approved
CD Score: 515/2000
NAAC A+
4,50,000MBA/PGDM- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees 3.9 / 5 Based on 281 User
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#223th/235 in India 2024
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#29

Mount Carmel College - [MCC], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |UGC Approved
NAAC A+
1,58,400MBA/PGDM- 1st Year FeesCompare Fees 4.2 / 5 Based on 178 User
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#30

New Horizon College of Engineering - [NHCE], Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka |AICTE, UGC, NBA Approved
CD Score: 518/2000
NAAC A
6,50,000MBA/PGDM- total feesCompare Fees 4.2 / 5 Based on 252 User
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