Both the institutes are excellent for finance specialization. NMIMS Bangalore is like a shadow to its main campus NMIMS Mumbai, similarly, IMT Hyderabad is a fraction of IMT Ghaziabad. You will receive decent teaching in both institutions.

• In IMT Hyderabad, the finance roles offered are Financial Associate, Tax Consultant, Associate, Core Talent Services, Credit Appraiser, Associate Data Field Specialist, Financial Analyst, and more. The company that comes for the campus are HDFC Ltd., HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Deloitte, SBI Life Insurance, IDFC First Bank, etc.
• In NMIMS Bangalore, significant management roles get offered, and the companies that come for the campus are JP Morgan & Chase, NTT DATA, Dell Financial Services, ICICI Bank, CRISIL, etc.
• In IMT Hyderabad, the highest placement percentage of 35% was in the BFSI sector. In comparison to it, for NMIMS Bangalore, the highest placement percentage of 48% was in Marketing followed by 24% in Finance.

The following table gives a brief insight into placement and fee structure:

Overall, both the institutes are worth considering.

The rooms are shared by two people and the hostel is equipped with amenities such as Wi-Fi, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a washing machine along with good food. The housekeeping crew is available seven days a week to maintain the cleanliness of the guest rooms, hallways, and restrooms on a daily basis. Pest control happens on a monthly Basis. Visitors and faculty members alike can make use of the Institute's guest room facility. Facilities for dining and a canteen are located within the main building of the hostel building which is located 4 Kms. from campus. The college provides a shuttle service for the students so that they do not have to worry about their commute.

Generally, NMIMS Mumbai has a higher cut-off score than other NMIMS branches i.e., Bangalore and Hyderabad. NMAT score of 245 must have helped you get a call for an interview from NMIMS Mumbai. 

Even if you could not convert NMIMS Mumbai, if you would have opted for Bangalore and Hyderabad then there is a chance to get a convert from them as well. Keep track of the waitlist movement. A shorter waitlist will ensure a seat in these B-schools. And Also get in touch with seniors and alumni of the college to get an idea of the waitlist movement.

While these campuses might not be as well-known as the main NMIMS campus in Mumbai, they still come under the established NMIMS brand. The career growth opportunities after completing the PGDM program ultimately depend on the individual's effort and performance. If you are unable to secure admission in a higher-ranked college, you should consider joining NMIMS Bangalore or Hyderabad and work hard to achieve your career goals by participating in certifications and competitions. While NMIMS Bangalore is a viable option for fresher candidates, the high fee structure may not be attractive to experienced candidates. The remaining campuses are not advisable for pursuing PGDM programs.

It totally depends on your choice, profile and whether you want to give CAT another shot.

NMIMS Bangalore is a recognized college. The student crowd is quite good. You will get to meet people with more than 48 months of experience. There are also people with family businesses. It has an AMBA accreditation. It is among the very few B-Schools in India to have this accreditation. 

The statistics regarding NMIMS Bangalore placement are decent. In 2023, the highest and average CTC offered to the students was 19.7 LPA and 14 LPA respectively. Many companies from various sectors visit the campus placements.