The top MBA colleges in Kerala without entrance exams are great alternatives for candidates wanting to pursue an MBA without taking any of the MBA entrance exams like CAT, XAT, CMAT, NMAT, SNAP, etc. There are many good MBA colleges in Kerala offering their MBA programs under various specializations like finance, marketing, operations, human resources, etc. Out of all the available college alternatives candidates can select the one that fits their priorities.
Last year, the CAT exam was held on November 24, and the IIM MBA results were announced on December 19. Compared to last year, the release of the CAT 2025 exam results appears to be delayed this year.
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This article will act as a helping guide for candidates to choose the top MBA colleges in Kerala without an entrance exam that is best suited for them. The parameters used involve ratings and reviews from previous students, fee structure for the MBA program, and salary packages offered during placement.
The ratings and reviews from the previous batch of students are important as students are the ones to have the experience of the MBA program from a particular college. The ratings for the top MBA colleges in Kerala without an entrance exam are given in the table below.
S.No. | Top MBA Colleges in Kerala without Entrance Exam | Careers360 Ratings |
1. | 3.7/5 | |
2. | 4.5/5 | |
3. | 4.1/5 | |
4. | 2.8/5 | |
5. | 3.5/5 | |
6. | 4/5 | |
7. | 3/5 | |
8. | Chathamkulam Institute of Research and Advanced Studies, Palakkad | 3.5/5 |
9. | 3/5 | |
10. | 3.5/5 |
The fee for the MBA program is an important criterion for many MBA aspirants. Candidates can use the fee for top MBA colleges in Kerala without an entrance exam mentioned in the table below to select the ideal MBA college for themselves.
S.No. | Top MBA Colleges in Kerala without Entrance Exam | MBA Fees |
1. | Rs. 5,87,000 | |
2. | Rs. 3,06,000 | |
3. | Rs. 6,00,000 | |
4. | Rs. 1,10,000 | |
5. | Rs. 3,00,000 | |
6. | Rs. 1,05,000 | |
7. | Rs. 2,40,000 | |
8. | Chathamkulam Institute of Research and Advanced Studies, Palakkad | Rs. 2,00,000 |
9. | Rs. 5,00,000 | |
10. | Rs. 3,00,000 |
The placement is a concern for most of the MBA aspirants. The candidates often want to know the average salary they can expect for a particular college. The average salary package for top MBA colleges in Kerala without an entrance exam is provided in the table given below.
S.No. | Top MBA Colleges in Kerala without Entrance Exam | Average Salary Package (INR) |
1. | 5 to 6 LPA | |
2. | 3.5 LPA | |
3. | 4 to 5 LPA | |
4. | 5 LPA | |
5. | 1.5 to 5 LPA | |
6. | 3 LPA | |
7. | 6 LPA | |
8. | Chathamkulam Institute of Research and Advanced Studies, Palakkad | 4 LPA |
9. | 3 to 5 LPA | |
10. | 3 to 4 LPA |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The entrance exam for an MBA is dependent on the eligibility criteria for the particular college. Some colleges have mandatory requirements for a valid MBA entrance exam score while others have direct admission requirements.
Yes, an MBA can be done without CAT too. Candidates can either choose to take other MBA entrance exams like XAT, CMAT, NMAT, SNAP, etc, or apply for colleges that do not ask for any entrance exam scores.
The most demanded MBA in these times is data analytics and operations. The demand and popularity for these MBA specializations have seen a significant increase among MBA aspirants.
The percentage requirement for different academic levels depends on the particular college. However, generally, at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA is required for pursuing an MBA.
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For a raw score of 56 in CAT 2025 Slot 3, your expected overall percentile is likely to be in the range of the 90th-95th percentile. The exact percentile can vary slightly on the final normalization process and the process and performance of all test-takers. In this article you'll find more about the CAT result.
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With a projected CAT percentile of 87% but not clearing sectional cutoffs, your chances at top IIMs are limited because they require both overall percentile and sectional minimums. However, you still have a good shot at other reputed management institutes and non-IIM B-schools. Consider colleges like NMIMS, SPJIMR, IMT, TAPMI, Great Lakes, and other well-ranked private or state-level B-schools that accept CAT scores and weigh your profile holistically. Your academic record, BSc in Animation with 80%, and 5 years of work experience at Ubisoft India are strong points and may help in institutes that value work experience in their selection process. Also, explore institutes that accept XAT, MAT, or CMAT, where your profile can be competitive.
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NIT Rourkela CAT cutoff range is between 70-85 percentiles for the general category. 70 is the minimum percentile needed to apply, and 85 is the highest percentile. However, the maximum percentile depends on the particular year competition. It can be changed.
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If you filled the UGC NET form under EWS but you don’t have a valid EWS certificate, then forget using the EWS category. They won’t accept it. You’ll automatically be treated as General category during document verification.
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If your CAT admit card shows your surname first followed by your first name as entered in the form, it is correct. You do not need to worry about this format as long as it matches the details you provided. Ensure all other information on the admit card is accurate and carry it to the exam along with the required identification documents.
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