20 B-Schools That Deserved Better in NIRF 2024 Rankings
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20 B-Schools That Deserved Better in NIRF 2024 Rankings

Team Careers360Updated on 27 Aug 2024, 05:35 PM IST

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) evaluates and ranks the top educational institutions in India every year. NIRF MBA rankings 2024 are more than just numbers — they often serve as a decisive factor in choosing a college, overshadowing other crucial factors such as placement records, faculty quality, alumni success, and salary packages. In the NIRF management rankings 2024, some esteemed institutions received lower-than-expected rankings, while others didn’t even make it to the list. This article explores 20 B-schools that deserved a better position in the NIRF MBA 2024 rankings, shedding light on why they might have been underrated or overlooked.

20 B-Schools That Deserved Better in NIRF 2024 Rankings
Top 20 B-Schools That Deserved Better in NIRF 2024 Rankings

20 B-Schools That Deserved Better in NIRF 2024 Rankings

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) provides a comprehensive assessment of educational institutions based on a range of criteria such as learning, teaching, research, and industry connections. The NIRF ranking is a crucial indicator of an institution’s quality and reputation.Check out the insights of 20 B-schools that deserved better in NIRF 2024 rankings which makes them exceptional.

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College Name

Location

Ownership

Institute Type

NIRF 2024 Status

Placement Percentage

Median Salary

Total Degrees & Courses

Total Students

Gender Diversity

Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies

Mumbai, Maharashtra

Private

Autonomous Institute

Not Participated

88%

Rs 22,28,000

4 Degrees, 8 Courses

397

Male 76% and Female 24%

Institute of Engineering & Management, Kolkata

Kolkata, West Bengal

Private

Affiliated Institute

Participated

94%

Rs 15,00,000

7 Degrees, 22 Courses

3,940 (Overall)

Male 57% and Female 43%

National Insurance Academy, Pune

Pune, Maharashtra

Public

Standalone Institute

Participated

100%

Rs 13,00,000

1 Degree, 1 Course

237

Male 66%, Female 34%

Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management, Delhi

New Delhi

Private

-

Participated

100%

Rs 11,40,000

2 Degrees, 9 Courses

457

Male 66%, Female 34%

Institute of Management Technology, Nagpur

Nagpur, Maharashtra

Private

-

Participated

100%

Rs 10,81,000

2 Degrees, 4 Courses

496

Male 61% Female 39%

Jagdish Sheth School of Management, Bangalore

Bangalore, Karnataka

Private

Autonomous

Participated

77%

Rs 10,50,000

1 Degree, 5 Courses

473

Male 64%, Female 36%

Indian Institute of Forest Management, Bhopal

Bhopal,

Madhya Pradesh



Public

Deemed University

Participated

99%

Rs 10,00,000

2 Degrees, 3 Courses

191

Male 67%, Female 33%

University of Allahabad

Allahabad,

Uttar Pradesh



Public

INI, Central University

101-125 Rank Band

100%

Rs 9,40,000

27 Degrees,

450+ Courses



19,254 (Overall)

Male 73%, Female 27%

SDM Institute for Management Development

Mysuru, Karnataka

Private

-

Participated

94%

Rs 9,29,000

2 Degrees, 2 Courses

360

Male 59%, Female 41%

The ICFAI University, Jaipur

Jaipur, Rajasthan

Private

State Private University

Participated

100%

Rs 8,29,000

-

198

Male 51%, Female 49%

Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Gandhinagar

Gandhinagar, Gujarat

Private

Autonomous

Participated

100%

Rs 7,89,500

2 Degrees, 4 Courses

118

Male 74%, Female 26%

Institute of Public Enterprise, Hyderabad

Hyderabad, Telangana

Private

Standalone

101-125 Rank Band

96%

Rs 7,60,000

1 Degree, 5 Courses

902

Male 52%, Female 48%


While rankings are a useful benchmark, they are just one of many factors that prospective MBA students should consider when selecting a business school. It's important to look beyond the NIRF MBA rankings to understand the unique strengths and opportunities each institution offers.

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Yes, Top MBA colleges in Maharashtra like JBIMS , SIMSREE and PUMBA do have specific reservations, including for the Defence quota for admissions through the MAH MBA CET exam , typically around 5 percent for Defence personnel's wards/spouses , though exact percentages and rules are crucial.

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At 96 percentile , he has good chances , in following Colleges especially due to strong academics and experience.

Very Good Non-IIM Options (High Chance)

These colleges generally accept candidates in the 95–96 percentile range.

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Officially, JBIMS has no management quota.

Admission to JBIMS is entirely merit-based through CAP rounds conducted by DTE Maharashtra. The selection process uses entrance test scores such as MAH CET, CAT, CMAT, or GMAT for foreign and NRI applicants.

Reliable sources consistently confirm that JBIMS does not offer

Hi dear candidate,

The JBIMS Mumbai holds a good reputation and record regarding it's placement record especially for courses like MMS (Master of Management Studies) and MSc Finance.

The top recruiters at JBIMS are Accenture, Axis Bank, HDFC Bank etc.

JBIMS gives 100% placement assistance with it's average package ranging

Hello Siddhi,

No, JBIMS pune does not offer a pharma management course. it primarily offers MBA programs in various specializations like HR, Finance and Marketing for CET eligibility, candidates need a bachelors degree with at least 50% marls from recognized university