Specializations available:

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  • International Financial Management
  • Security Analysis and Portfolio Management
  • Mergers and Acquisitions
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  • Fintech: Emerging Technologies in Finance
  • Financial Analytics
  • Financial Derivatives
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  • Consumer Behavior
  • Digital Marketing
  • Services Marketing and Customer Relationship Management
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  • Sales & Distribution Management
  • Marketing Analytics
  • Integrated Marketing Communication
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  • Compensation and Benefits
  • Performance Management and Appraisal
  • International HRM
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  • Training and Development
  • Talent Management and Employee Retention
  • HR Analytics
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  • Enterprise Resource Planning
  • Information Security
  • Business Intelligence Tools
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  • Project Management
  • Digital Marketing
  • Fintech: Emerging Technologies in Finance
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  • Data Visualization
  • Programming with R and Python
  • Database Management
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  • Financial Analytics
  • Marketing Analytics
  • HR Analytics
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  • Data Visualization
  • Programming with R and Python
  • Database Management
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  • Probability and Statistical Inference
  • Applied Multivariate Data Analysis
  • Machine Learning Methods
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  • Enterprise Resource Planning
  • Total Quality Management
  • Supply Chain Management
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  • Project Management
  • Services Operations Management
  • Operations Research
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  • Health Informatics
  • Health Education and Communication
  • Health Insurance
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  • Healthcare Operations Management
  • Hospital Planning & Infrastructure Management
  • Quality Management in Healthcare
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  • Pharmaceutical Marketing
  • Pharmaceutical Sales and Customer Relationship Management
  • Intellectual Property Rights
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  • Pharma Logistics Management
  • Pharmaceutical Production Management
  • Pharmaceutical Regulatory Environment
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  • Fashion Merchandising & Marketing
  • Fashion Trend Forecasting
  • Fashion Brand Management
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  • Supply Chain Management
  • Visual Merchandising & Packaging
  • Fashion Product Study & Design

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Program benefits

Here’s what you can expect from our courses

Fast-tracked career progression

Pursue and take up positions with high earning potential across domains & sectors. Elevate your role in the organization by taking up positions like senior product manager, HR director, finance officer, and operations manager.

Career-oriented skills

Master skills like decision making, problem solving, and networking skills to manage & solve organizational  challenges.  Learn key subjects such as business leadership, financial reporting & statement analysis, IT for business, sustainability,  entrepreneurship & innovation, and business statistics from expert faculty.

Prestigious MAHE alumni status

Network with industry leaders and engage in diverse classrooms to gain valuable insights into global business practices. Get access to Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s 1 million strong alumni network.

Wide range of specializations

Choose from 8 career-oriented specializations like healthcare management, business analytics, data science, & human resource management and gain a deep understanding of specific sectors and areas of business.

Real-world case studies

Access and work on popular case studies, simulations, and projects that will help you apply theoretical concepts to real-world business solutions.

Fully online experience with campus immersion

Benefit from a 100% online experience with zero compromise on quality through online enrollment, orientation, classes, assignments, projects, examinations, and placement. Get assistance from dedicated course mentors and 24×7 student support. Also, participate in exclusive campus events and interact with peers & faculty.

Program curriculum

  • Duration 24 months
  • Semester 4 semesters
  • Hours 15-20 hours/week

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Semester 1

Managing People & Organisations

Financial Reporting & Statement Analysis

Managerial Economics

Business Statistics

Business Communication

Semester 2

Financial Management

Marketing Management

Strategic Management

IT for Business

Business Leadership

Research Methodology

Semester 3

Management Accounting

Legal Aspects of Business

Minor Project

Specialization
Semester 4

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Sustainability

Capstone Project

Specialization
Roles you can explore
  • Marketing Management
  • Human Resources
  • Financial Analysis
  • Process Improvement
  • Product Management
  • Business Analytics
  • Data Science
  • Healthcare Administration
  • Data Analysis
  • Brand Strategy

Who can apply

Educational qualification

Candidates must have a 10+2+3-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized university/institution or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities.

 

Candidates who have completed 10+2 education or graduate level education outside India must produce a certificate of equivalence issued by the Association of Indian Universities.

Grades

Candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in graduation.

Work experience

One year of work experience in reputed organizations.

Other requirements

Students & working professionals who are not Indian citizens or residing outside India and holding NRE, PIO status will be billed an international fee for respective degrees & may need to submit documents mentioned but not limited to CV, address proof, valid visa, PR card & passport copy as part of the application process.

Admission Process

Program registration

Fill in your basic, education & work experience-related details and pay the application fee to register.

Fee payment

Pay the admission fee for the first semester/year or full program.

Document upload

Upload supporting documents & submit your application.

University approval

The university will evaluate your documents to confirm your admission.

ProgramFee

We offer flexible payment options that allow students to pay their fees in semester-wise instalments.

Total course fee

USD 3800

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USD 950 each semester

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USD 3800

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Fee per semester

USD 950

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Financing & Scholarships

Avail easy financing options

We offer easy financing options to help you fund your education, so that cost doesn't become a barrier for you.

Get attractive scholarships

Exclusive scholarships designed for defense personnel, meritorious students, differently-abled people, MAHE alumni, and alumni of degree colleges under Academy of General Education (AGE).

Get a prestigious degree

Globally recognized and widely accepted by governments and organizations, the online degrees offered by Manipal Academy of Higher Education are at par with on-campus degrees and open doors to better professional opportunities.

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Meet your faculty

Dr. Pillai teaches MBA students and supervises Ph.D. scholars. He also serves as a member of University Research Protocol Committee in Management and Social Sciences.

Dr. Rajasekharan Pillai

Professor

Dr. Everil Jacklin is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Commerce. She mentors students with projects.

Dr. Everil Jacklin Fernandes

Assistant Professor

Dr. Raveendra Rao K teaches MBA students and guides projects for MBA, MHA and M.Pharm. He is also involved in curriculum revision for the Marketing Management and Quality Management courses. He is an Internal Auditor for ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001:2004 standards, and is also the Nodal officer for NAAC accreditation.

Dr. Raveendra Rao

Associate Professor

Dr. Suraj Francis Noronha is presently working as Assistant Professor – Senior Scale at the Manipal Institute of Management, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal. He has around 13 years of teaching and one year of industry experience.

Dr. Suraj Noronha

Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

Dr. KP Nandan Prabhu is an Associate Professor and Coordinator for various programs and events. He has over 28 years of work experience in management education and taught more than 15 subjects over a span of 27 years in the area of accounting, finance, and organizational behavior.

Dr. KP Nandan Prabhu

Associate Professsor

Dr. Smitha Manjunatha Nayak teaches Marketing and Healthcare Management. She is a Research Coordinator for School of Management, and also a member of the Disciplinary Committee.

Dr. Smitha Nayak

Associate Professor

Dr. Varun Kumar S G is an Assistant Professor (Selection Grade) at Manipal Institute of Management and currently handles Business Statistics course across three MBA programs. He is the coordinator for the Centre for Regional Development, and VSO-MIM, Manipal Academy of Higher Education.

Dr. Varun Kumar

Assistant Professor - Selection Grade

Dr. V K Ranjith is the Program Coordinator for the flagship MBA program. He is also a member of the doctoral committee constituted by the university and teaches Strategic Management, Corporate Finance, Strategic Healthcare Management, and Strategic Human Resource Management.

Dr. V K Ranjith

Professor

Dr. Yogesh Pai P is the Coordinator for Operations Management specialization of the MBA Program. He is also the Managing Editor for Manipal Journal of Management & Research.

Dr. Yogesh Pai

Associate Professor

Dr. Sumukh S Hungund is the Assistant Professor – Selection Grade in the Department of Humanities & Management. He is the Department Coordinator for NBA and Research and Course Coordinator for RMTC.

Dr. Sumukh S Hungund

Assistant Professor - Selection Grade

Mr. Abhishek S. Rao, Assistant Professor–Senior Scale, has introduced two new courses: BBA Logistics & Supply Chain and M.Com Logistics & Supply Chain. He is the Coordinator for Centre for Supply Chain Education and Research, Program Coordinator for Confederation of Indian Industry programs and Block Warden for the Department of Commerce.

Mr. Abhishek S. Rao

Assistant Professor - Senior Scale

Mr. Shreevatsa Gudi

Assistant Professor

Mr. Ujwal M S

Assistant Professor

Dr. Aruna Doreen Menezes

Assistant Professor

Mr. Gaurav Hazare

Assistant Professor

Dr. Nahima Akthar

Assistant Professor

Dr. Roshan Raj Bhujel

Assistant Professor

Hear from our online learners

Testimonial

Richa Vermaa

online MBA

I’m currently working at my own hospital and I wanted a degree to help me improve my operational skills and this was the best choice for me. The flexibility offered by the university allowed me to balance my work and academics.

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Ashwini S

Online MBA

Being a working professional, having flexibility in terms of online classes and exams were of utmost importance to me. I wanted to upskill without quitting my job and this online MBA from MAHE happened to be the best option. Also, Manipal has a great brand value.

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Sarita Yadav

Online MBA, MAHE

I currently work in the pharmaceutical domain. However, I wanted to gain new skills, which is why I decided to pursue this MBA in Pharmaceutical Management. I believe this online degree will help me enhance my domain knowledge, skills such as leadership, communication, and teamwork, which are very essential.

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Amisha Alok

Online MBA

With 2 years of experience in sales, I wanted to pursue an online MBA in Marketing to improve my job prospects and for better salary packages. However, I didn’t want to quit my job. Thanks to the flexibility of online classes, I’m able to manage my work and studies.

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Sirisha C

Online MBA

I couldn’t pursue my master’s degree after my marriage. Now that my son is grown up, I realized it was time to restart my career. With technical experience in data science, I needed the right set of managerial skills to climb the career ladder. I believe this online MBA program will give me the necessary career boost.

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Sai Swaroop

Online MBA

With some experience in digital marketing and graphic designing, I want to advance my career and gain in-depth knowledge in my domain. Through MAHE’s online MBA, I’m able to study anywhere, anytime, access recorded classes and get my doubts cleared from faculty who are approachable. Through free access to Coursera content, I’m able to enhance my skills and expand my knowledge.     

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the eligibility criteria for Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s online MBA? 

Indian students 

Educational qualification 

Candidates must have a 10 + 2 + 3-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized university/institution, or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities.

Grades

Candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in graduation.

Work experience 

Candidates must have one year of work experience in reputed organizations.

International students

Educational qualification 

Candidates must have a 10+2+3-year bachelor’s degree from a recognized university/institution, or an equivalent qualification as recognized by the Association of Indian Universities.

Candidates who have completed their 10+2 or graduate level education outside India must produce a certificate of equivalence issued by the Association of Indian Universities.

Grades

Candidates must have a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate in graduation.

Work experience 

One year of work experience in reputed organizations.

Other requirements 

Students & working professionals who are not Indian citizens or residing outside India, holding NRE, PIO status will be billed an international fee for respective degrees & may need to submit documents mentioned but not limited to CV, address proof, valid visa, PR card & passport copy as part of the application process.

Is work experience mandatory for Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s MBA program? What qualifies as work experience?

Yes, candidates applying for Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s online MBA program must have minimum one year of professional work experience in any reputed organization. Candidates are required to submit proof of employment or work experience, such as an ‘experience certificate,’ along with other documents during the application process. Validation of work experience related documents submitted by the candidate is at the sole discretion of the university and final decision in this regard will be taken by the university.

Will an internship qualify as work experience for Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s MBA program?

For candidates who have completed any of the following degrees - Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS), Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS), Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery (BSMS), Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences (BNYS), and Bachelor in Unani Medicine and Surgery (BUMS), internship from any reputed organization/ institution would be considered as equivalent work experience. Candidates must submit proof of internship while applying for Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s online MBA program.

How do I apply for Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s online programs? 

After deciding upon the program of your choice, application can be submitted online at www.mahe.onlinemanipal.com.

Once you provide the basic details, you can pay your application fee of INR 1500 (non-refundable) and provide necessary education and work experience details. Pay the admission fee for either one semester/year or full program fee.

Alternatively, you can call us at +91-7330 300 600 or email info@mahe.onlinemanipal.com, and we will assist you with the application process.

To complete the admission process, you need to upload relevant documents. Once they are approved by the university, your admission process will be complete.

What are the documents required for the admission into Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s online program? 

The documents required for the admission into Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s online program are:

Proof of identity/address

Indian Students – Aadhaar card  

International Students – Passport  

NRI Students – Passport & Aadhaar Card 

Other documents 

10th and 12th class marksheets 

Graduation mark sheets/ transcript of all semesters  

Degree certificate  

Work experience certificate  

CV  

Is it mandatory for all online students to have an Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) account?

Yes. From the academic year 2022-23, it has been made mandatory for all universities offering courses in online or distance learning modes to create ABC accounts for all their students as per the UGC regulation and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) is a digital storehouse of the credits earned by students during their academic journey. It is a credit bank for students that allows them to accumulate, verify, transfer, and redeem their credits. This is an initiative from the Ministry of Education, Government of India to enable academic flexibility and students’ mobility across multiple Higher Education Institutes (HEIs).  The University Grants Commission (UGC) has mandated that every learner who is an Indian national needs to submit the following details for creating their ABC account:

  • Roll number issued by the university
  • Aadhar number (12 digits)
  • Name (as mentioned in Aadhaar)
  • Gender
  • Date of Birth
  • Mobile number (linked to their Aadhaar)

The university will reach out to enrolled students for details required to create their ABC accounts and will provide these details to UGC. Once the ABC account is created, the credits earned by the learners in their term-end exam will get deposited into their respective ABC accounts which they can redeem within 7 years. Students can email helpdesk@manipalacademyonline.edu.in or call +91-9845 818 965 for any queries.

What is the selection process?

  • Complete the application form by paying the application fee of INR 1500 (non-refundable) and filling in your basic details, education details, and work experience.
  • Submit the application by paying the semester fee and uploading documents required to validate your education, work experience, and other details.
  • Upon successful submission, your application for the online program will be evaluated by the Admissions team of Manipal Academy of Higher Education. In case the university requires further clarification on your eligibility documents, you will be intimated via email.
  • You will get to know the status of your admission within 5-7 working days after submitting the application.
    Once a decision is taken on the application, the admissions team will intimate the candidate via email on the status of their admission.

If I am eligible for a scholarship and also pay the entire fee upfront, can I avail both the scholarship and the fee concession (for full payment)?

Yes. All learners who pay the full program fee upfront can avail 5% fee concession on total program fee upon approval. In addition to the fee concession, if a learner is eligible for a scholarship, he/she can avail the same. The scholarship amount will be calculated on the total program fee.

How will scholarships be processed for eligible candidates?

Once a candidate’s scholarship is approved during admission, the scholarship benefit shall be applied as per the below table-

Periodicity of fee payment

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

Semester-wise payment    

1st and 2nd semester scholarship shall be applicable

3rd semester scholarship shall be applicable

4th semester scholarship shall be applicable

Annual payment

1st , 2nd and 3rd semester scholarship shall be applicable

4th semester scholarship shall be applicable

Full fee payment at the beginning of the program

Scholarship applicable for all semesters of the program shall get refunded.

 

 

 

For example- In the case of semester-wise fee payment, Semester-1 scholarship benefit shall be applicable in the subsequent semester ie- scholarship benefit of both Semester 1 & 2 shall be applicable while registering for Semester – 2. Thereafter, from Semester – 3, the current semester scholarship benefit shall be applicable.

If I am funding my fee through a bank loan, can I apply for a fee concession for upfront payment of full program fee?

Learners who arrange for bank loans on their own can avail fee concessions for upfront fee payment. Learners whose loans are facilitated by Online Manipal (including subvention and zero cost EMIs) cannot avail this fee concession. However, they may avail scholarships provided they qualify for them.

*What are the terms & conditions for EMIs and other easy financing options?

*EMI amount mentioned above is applicable for the entire program fee and would need to be paid monthly, for the full duration of the program.

Approval of loans from our loan partners depend on applicants meeting credit norms and submitting required documents. Loan partners may impose other fees and may have additional terms & conditions that must be met by applicants.

For further details on EMIs and other easy financing options, please contact our admission counsellors.

What is the refund policy?

Manipal Academy of Higher Education follows UGC regulations for refund of course fee.

  • 15 days or more, before the formally-notified last date of admission – 100% refund*
  • Less than 15 days before the formally-notified last date of admission – 90% refund
  • 15 days or less, after the formally-notified last date of admission – 80% refund
  • 30 days or less, but more than 15 days after the formally-notified last date of admission – 50% Refund
  • More than 30 days after the formally-notified last date of admission – No Refund

*Please refer to our refund policy for further details.

How are Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s online programs delivered?

In an online program, teaching and learning happens on Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s learning platform. For each course, learners have access to instructionally designed courseware hosted on the Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s learning platform. The courseware is typically a mix of concept videos, reading material, eBooks and quizzes. Learners are expected to watch concept videos, read the learning material, attempt graded quizzes and finally submit assignments.

What is the medium of instruction?

The medium of instruction is English.

Will there be any live lectures/webinars?

In addition to the rich learning resources, learns will also attend live lectures/webinars by Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s faculty members and industry experts, where students can interact directly with the subject matter experts.

How will my academic queries be answered?

The university provides a dedicated course coordinator for each course. Course coordinators can be contacted via Learning portal using  discussion forums. 

When do I get access to Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s learning portal?

After your admission is confirmed by the university, you will get credential to access MAHE learning portal. Students can then start accessing the learning resources and begin their learning journey.

How much time should I dedicate to complete the learning activities?

You are expected to spend at least 15-20 hours per week watching concept videos, reading learning materials, attempting quizzes, participating in discussion topics and attending live webinars (recorded sessions are also made available on Manipal Academy of Higher Education learning portal).

What is the evaluation & assessment pattern?

The assessment system has been conceived, developed and administered on a rigorous and fair basis to bring out the best in students and prepare them for a successful career.

A student’s performance evaluation will be based on both Internal Assessment (IA) and End Term Examination (ETE). The assessment ratio of IA to ETE is 30:70.

Internal assessment is based on learner’s participation in discussion board, performance in assignments, performance in unit wise graded quizzes and percentage of content access.

At the end of each semester, the student is required to appear for the End Term Proctored Online Examination.

A student must score at least 40% in Internal Assessment (IA) to become eligible for End Term Examination (ETE).

A student must score at least 40% term-end examination to be declared as having passed in a subject.

What is the grading pattern?

The university uses 10 Point Grading System – A+ (10), A (9), B (8), C (7), D (6), E (5), F-Fail (0)

What if I fail to clear some papers/subjects?

If you fail to clear any paper/subject in End Term Exam (ETE), you must apply for repeater exams whenever the University conducts by paying a requisite fees/paper.

Are online degrees by Manipal Academy of Higher Education credible and valid?

Yes. Manipal Academy of Higher Education is one of India’s leading academic and research institutes that offers world-class education in diverse streams. It is a NAAC A++ accredited university that has been granted the “Institute of Eminence” status by the government of India. It has been ranked #4 amongst universities in India by NIRF in 2024, #2 amongst private universities in India by the Education World in 2022-23, and #1 top deemed universities in India by Outlook-ICARE in 2024. The university offers 300+ programs across 32 disciplines. The university’s degrees are evaluated by WES for employment or higher studies in US and Canada regions.

Manipal Academy of Higher Education also offers UGC-entitled online degrees and professional certifications that are par with on-campus degrees. Government agencies, corporate organizations, and educational institutions widely recognize and accept Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s online degrees and certificates for jobs and higher education.

Will learners receive placement assistance?

Yes. Online Manipal offers placement assistance to help students with career opportunities upon completion of their programs. The placement cell undertakes initiatives that focus on skill assessment and enhancement of the learners to increase chances of employment.

Will I have access to Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s alumni network?

Yes. Students of the online degree programs will join the Manipal Academy of Higher Education’s alumni network with all associated privileges. As an alumnus, they can interact with peers and build their professional and personal network with professionals from across the globe. They will be given access to the Manipal Academy of Higher Education alumni portal.

Can students take online examinations from any device?

Students can take up online examinations from any desktop/laptop with a Windows Operating System only. The Safe Exam Browser (exam portal) is not compatible with iOS devices.

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Attractive Scholarships

Scholarship category Scholarship discount Eligibility criteria
Indian defense personnel 20% Minimum 2 years’ service in the armed forces.
Divyaang (for persons with disabilities) 20% Candidate must submit certificate of claim as per government norms.
Merit 10% ≥75% (aggregate) at entry level qualification from a recognized board/university.
MAHE / Academy of General Education alumni 15% UG/PG alumni of MAHE / AGE colleges with ≥ 75% (aggregate) at graduation.
Other concessions Discount Eligibility criteria
Fee concession 5% Upfront payment of full program fee

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