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    JBIMS Admission 2025 for Maharashtra and Non-Maharashtra Students

    JBIMS Admission 2025 for Maharashtra and Non-Maharashtra Students

    Malvika ChawlaUpdated on 16 Jun 2025, 12:50 PM IST

    JBIMS 2025 Admission - Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS), located in Mumbai, is considered to be one of the most-renowned and prestigious management institutes in India. JBIMS is known for its outstanding academic standards, excellent faculty, connection with some of the top industries and more. But what is the JBIMS admission process for Maharashtra and non-Maharashtra students? Well, in this article you will find information for both the students, the eligibility criteria, seat intakes and more, keep reading.

    This Story also Contains

    1. JBIMS Admission 2025: Highlights
    2. JBIMS Admission Criteria 2025 for Maharashtra & Non-Maharashtra Students
    3. JBIMS Admission Process for Maharashtra and Non-Maharashtra Students
    4. JBIMS 2025 Admission: Fee Structure for MMS Program
    5. JBIMS Admission 2025: Seats
    6. JBIMS Cutoffs 2025 (Expected)
    JBIMS Admission 2025 for Maharashtra and Non-Maharashtra Students
    JBIMS Admission 2025 for Maharashtra and Non-Maharashtra Students

    JBIMS Admission 2025: Highlights

    JBIMS Mumbai admission 2025 mostly relies on the score of MBA entrance exams such as CMAT, CAT and MAH CET, for its MMS programs from domestic applicants. Whereas international candidates can submit their GMAT scores. The JBIMS institute offers the Master of Management Studies (MMS) program with an intake of 159-160 students.

    Let us look at some of the highlights regarding the JBIMS MBA admission 2025:

    Key Highlights of JBIMS Admission 2025

    Accepted Entrance Exams

    CAT, CMAT or MAH CET. While GMAT scores are accepted by international students.

    MMS Program

    Two-year program with an intake of 150-160 students

    Fees of MMS Program

    Approximately Rs. 4,06,075 for General and EWS categories

    Application Process

    Candidates will have to fill out online application forms by visiting the official institute’s website

    Documents Required

    • Scanned copies of 10, 12 and graduation marksheet

    • Birth certificate

    • Domicile Certificate (for Maharashtra State candidates)

    • Others: Service examination score card, work experience (if applicable)

    MAH CET Selection Process

    Admission is based on the entrance exam scores, followed by the Common Admission Process (CAP) conducted by DTW, Maharashtra

    JBIMS Admission Criteria 2025 for Maharashtra & Non-Maharashtra Students

    Here’s the JBIMS eligibility criteria for both Maharashtra and non-Maharashtra (OMS) students.

    JBIMS Eligibility Criteria for Maharashtra Students

    All domicile or Maharashtra students must abide by the JBIMS eligibility criteria, which is:

    • Students should have taken either of the entrance exams, CAT, CMAT or MAH CET.

    • All candidates must have a proper bachelor’s degree of a minimum of 3 years in any discipline from a valid college/university. The student must ensure that they score a minimum of 60% of the total marks.

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    JBIMS Eligibility Criteria for Non-Maharashtra Students

    All candidates who wish to be part of the JBIMS and are not domiciled in Maharashtra must meet the eligibility criteria set by the institute, which include:

    • Having a recognised bachelor’s degree with a minimum percentage of 50% marks (45% marks for the reserved categories)

    • Strong MAH MBA CET, or any other recognised entrance exam scores, such as CAT, CMAT, or XAT.

    • Work experience is compulsory, but it will enhance your profile.

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    JBIMS Admission Process for Maharashtra and Non-Maharashtra Students

    Once the candidate has made sure that they are eligible for admission in JBIMS, they will next have to go through the admission process, which will differ for both Maharashtra and non-Maharashtra students. Let us go through the following admission process for the same.

    JBIMS Admission Process for Maharashtra Students

    The JBIMS admission process for all Maharashtra candidates will include final shortlisting based on the percentile obtained in the CAT/CMAT or MAH CET exams. Below are the following steps.

    Stage 1: Fill out the JBIMS Application Form

    All candidates will be required to fill out the application form before or after registration for the MAH CET exam. In addition to this, all candidates will be required to attach the necessary documents related to their academics, work experience and extracurricular activities. This will ensure an early interview call and a higher chance of selection.

    Stage 2: Go through GD, PI and WAT rounds

    Next, candidates will be required to go through various rounds such as WAT (Written Ability Test), GA (Group Activity) and PI (Personal Interview) rounds, which will be conducted on relevant topics related to MMS admissions.

    Stage 3: Final Decision

    In case the candidate is selected in the final round, they will receive a final admission offer letter. All candidates can expect the final offer letter within 3-4 weeks after the interview.

    JBIMS Admission Process for Non-Maharashtra Students

    JBIMS offers 18 seats for All-India candidates, which are open to students from any state, and there are no further caste-based quotas for these 18 seats. Go through the following steps to find out the admission process for non-Maharashtra students.

    • Step 1: After the release of the MAH CET, CMAT or CAT results, and in case the student is shortlisted, they will have to register themselves for the MAH CAP

    • (Centralised counselling process). In this, the student will be required to submit all their documents. The process typically begins in July-August

    • Step 2: Next, the JBIMS will consider the academic performance and the work experience of the candidate. Candidates with a strong academic record, relevant work experience may have a higher chance of getting admission.

    • Step 3: After the conclusion of the GD, PI rounds, a final merit list will be prepared based on the overall performance, which will include the entrance exam score, GD and PI performance, academic background and other relevant factors.

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    JBIMS 2025 Admission: Fee Structure for MMS Program

    All candidates who clear the JBIMS admission process are eligible to pay the fee for the applied course. The institute will decide the fee structure and the mode of payment. All candidates will be required to pay the fee within the given time frame to confirm their admission. Let us look at the fee structure for the MMS course, which the candidates will need to pay.

    Course

    Total Tuition Fees

    Master's in Management Studies (MMS)

    Rs. 6.01 - 7 Lakhs

    *All candidates must note that the following fees have been sourced from the official website and are subject to change.

    JBIMS Admission 2025: Seats

    Before applying for admission to the JBIMS for the MMS, all candidates must be aware of the available seats.

    JBIMS follows proper guidelines for seat bifurcation, which have been set by the Directorate of Technical Education (DTE), Maharashtra. As per the official report from the State Common Entrance Test Cell, we have combined the following number of available seats.

    Sanction Intake

    CAP Seats

    MS Seats

    Minority Seats

    AI Seats

    Institute SEats

    120

    120

    102

    0

    18

    0

    Also Read: JBIMS Seats through CET 2025: How many seats are there at JBIMS Mumbai for MBA?

    JBIMS Cutoffs 2025 (Expected)

    Following is the JBIMS cutoff 2025, which one can expect thie year, based on last year’s data.

    Category

    JBIMS CET Cut Off Category-wise

    MBA CET Cut Off for JBIMS for General category

    GOPENS

    99.94

    GSCS

    99.29

    GSTS

    97.43

    GNTAS

    99.64

    BIMS CET Cut Off for OBC

    GOBCS

    99.81

    JBIMS CET Cut Off for SC Category

    SC

    99.60

    JBIMS CET Cut Off for ST Category

    ST

    99.87

    JBIMS Cut Off for MBA CET for EWS

    EWS

    99.74

    TFWS

    TFWS

    99.95

    All India Quota

    All India

    99.99

    Also Read: MAH CET Cut Off for JBIMS 2025: How much percentile is needed for JBIMS Mumbai Admission 2025

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: Is JBIMS in the top 10?
    A:

    Yes, Jamnalala Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS), Mumbai, is consistently ranked among the top 10 well-known B-schools in India. 

    Q: Can I get direct admission in JBIMS?
    A:

    No, JBIMS does not offer direct admissions. Admissions are based on merit, where candidates need to appear for and score well in the entrance exams like the MAH CET, CAT and CMAT. Based on your scores, the candidate will then be shortlisted for the MAH CET CAP 

    Q: What is the fee structure of JBIMS 2025?
    A:

    The fee structure of JBIMS 2025 for the MMS program is around Rs. 6.01 - 7 Lakhs for two years.

    Q: Will JBIMS accept CMAT 2025?
    A:

    Yes, JBIMS does accept scores from various exams such as CAT, CMAT and MAH CET for its core programs, such as the MMS program. For international students, GMAT scores are accepted. 

    Q: What is the last date to apply for JBIMS 2025?
    A:

    The last day to apply for JBIMS for the 2025 academic year was March 15, 2025, at 5:00 PM. 

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