Are you interested in financial markets and banking management? If yes then you can consider NIBM for taking admission in the MBA program in 2026. In this article, we will discuss the selection process, eligibility criteria, fees, placements and packages provided by National Institute of Bank Management (NIBM).
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Estd Year | 1969 |
Estb. By | RBI |
Campus Size | 62 Acres |
Total Students | 262 |
Total Male | 181 |
Total Female | 81 |
Outside State | 184 |
Within State | 78 |
Total faculty | 31 |
NIBM is a reputed B-School formed in 1969 by the RBI and Government of India to build a special workforce and expertise for India's evolving banking sector. The Governor of RBI is the Chairman of NIBM.
This B-School is located in Pune and is spread across 62 acres of land. This institute is a lesser-known because of its limited marketing and promotion but delivers excellent student outcomes and industry alignment. The purpose of this institute is to train banking professionals, carry out research, and deliver consulting support to banks.
Category | 2020-22 | 2021-23 | 2022-24 |
Admitted | 120 | 130 | 131 |
Graduated | 113 | 128 | 131 |
Placed | 113 | 128 | 131 |
Opt for HS | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Placement % | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Median CTC | Rs 10,50,000 | Rs 15,00,000 | Rs 15,00,000 |
The table highlights the placement statistics of the batch 2020-22, 2021-23, and 2022-24. Total 131 students are admitted in the batch 2022-24 and all 131 get placement. The placement percentage of NIBM is 100% along with the median salary of Rs 15 LPA.
Placement statistics (As per Inst. 2023-25 PGDM (Banking & Financial Services) )
CTC Metric | Amount |
Highest Package | Rs 26.60 LPA |
Median Package | Rs 15.00 LPA |
Average Package | Rs 14.10 LPA |
Lowest Package | Rs 10.00 LPA |
Top 10% Average | Rs 20.46 LPA |
Top 25% Average | Rs 18.78 LPA |
Top 50% Average | Rs 17.00 LPA |
Top 75% Average | Rs 15.53 LPA |
The table highlights the placement statistics for PGDM for the batch 2023-25. The highest package provided by NIBM Pune was Rs 26.60 LPA, while median package was around Rs 15 LPA, average package was Rs 14.10 LPA and lowest package was Rs 10 LPA. The Top 75% Average was approximately Rs 15.53 LPA which shows that NIBM Pune has a strong placement record.
Accenture | Kogta Financial |
Aptivaa | KPMG |
Aurionpro | L&T Finance |
Axis Bank | Moneyboxx Finance |
Bandhan Bank | NatWest Group |
Bank of America | NPCI |
Barclays | Paytm Payments Bank |
BNY Mellon | Protiviti |
CareEdge | PwC |
Cognext | SAS Institute |
Cognizant | Shivalik Small Finance Bank |
Credila Financial Services | Standard Chartered |
CRISIL | STCI Finance |
DRiF (Development & Research Initiative Foundation) | Surya Fintech |
Dezerv | Suryoday Small Finance Bank |
EFI Global | Tata Capital |
EXIM Bank of India | TVS Credit |
Federal Bank | Unity Small Finance Bank |
IIFL Capital | Wells Fargo |
ICICI Home Finance | IDBI Bank |
The table highlights the list of major recruiters at National Institute of Bank Management (NIBM), Pune. Recruiters from various industries participate in the recruitment drive at NIBM including consulting firms, tech companies, banks, and financial institutions.
Category | Details |
Eligibility | Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks (45% for reserved category) from a recognized university/institution. |
CGPA Conversion | CGPA converted to percentage using the university’s official method; if unavailable: (CGPA ÷ Max CGPA) × 100. |
Final Year Candidates | Final-year students or result-awaiting candidates may apply with a certificate from their institution. |
Provisional Admission | Selected final-year candidates will receive provisional admission until degree completion is confirmed. |
Final Submission Deadline | Mark sheet and degree certificate must be submitted by Oct 31, 2026 with required marks. |
Degree Completion | Bachelor’s degree requirements must be completed by June 30, 2026. |
Screening Test | Applicants must take CAT 2025 or GMAT. |
Screening Basis | CAT/GMAT scores used for screening; CAT is the benchmark. |
Role of IIMs | IIMs have no role in the selection process or programme. |
The table highlights the eligibility criteria and admission process for 2026 admission in NIBM. IIMs are not involved in the process of selection or programme.
Parameter | Weight (%) |
CAT/GMAT Scores | 35 |
Academic Performance | 25 |
Oral Communication Test | 10 |
Personal Interview | 25 |
Extracurricular Activities, Sports, Work Experience, etc. | 5 |
This table presents the weightage distribution across various parameters for the NIBM selection process. 35% weightage is given for the CAT/GMAT scores, 25% for the academic performance, 10% for OC test, 25% for PI, and remaining 5% for sports, extracurricular activities & work experience.
The OCT & PI test will be conducted offline and specifically for the candidates who got shortlisted. While applying, students have the option to choose the suitable city from the available ones for OCT and PI.
Particulars | First year | Second year |
Academic Fee | Rs 7,68,000 | Rs 7,68,000 |
Hostel Charges | Rs 1,08,000 | Rs 1,08,000 |
Alumni Fees | Rs 6000 | Rs 6000 |
Total | Rs 8,82,000 | Rs 8,82,000 |
The table highlights the fee structure of NIBM for the upcoming batch. The mess charges are not included in the above fee. The total cost of the program is Rs 17.64 Lakhs comparatively lower than the other renowned institutes charging around Rs 25 to Rs 35 Lakhs. With a median salary of Rs 15 LPA, candidates can expect excellent ROI in 13 to 14 months.
The fee for security deposit is Rs 12,000 and for mess deposit is Rs 8,000. Both security and mess deposits are refundable.
Alumni Locations: Demographic Breakdowns

The graph shows the domestic and international presence of NIBM alumni. 88% of alumni work in India while 12% are working across the globe in various banks and institutions.
With a strong placement record, relatively lower fee structure, RBI and government backing, and high ROI, NIBM is regarded as a trusted and reputable institution providing wide-ranging career opportunities both in India and abroad.
On Question asked by student community
Hello there,
Yes, you should surely give a try. Your score and being Non-Engineer gives you an edge. The previous trends shows that cutoff typically hovers around 75-84 for EWS category. Therefore you must give a try.
NIBM gives proper weightage to academics as well, therefore your 8\8\8 would work
Hello,
For the 2025 admissions, NIBM Pune's CMAT cutoff for the NC-OBC category is expected to be around the 88th percentile. Your 80th percentile score is below this threshold, making admission less likely.
However, factors like academic records, work experience, and interview performance also play a role in the final
Hello,
Studying MBA Finance from NIA Pune or NIBM Pune can be valuable if you aim to specialize in insurance, banking, or financial services. These institutes focus on niche domains, offering strong industry connections, sector-specific curriculum, and placement opportunities in reputed organizations within their respective fields. However, if you're looking
Dear Aspirant,
You don’t need an MBA degree (online or offline) to get admission into an LLB course. So you can easily go for an LLB, your age should not stop you. But try going for the offline LLB program because they hold greater value when it comes to job
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In order to get admission in.NIBM Pune through CAT scores you just need to score above 75 percentile. And as you said you have scored 87.98 percentile then there is a chance of you getting into it. However, one can never be too sure about it as the cut
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