BBA Admission in Maharashtra 2024 - Dates, Eligibility, Application Selection, Colleges

BBA Admission in Maharashtra 2024: Home to the economic capital of India, Maharashtra is a top choice for candidates seeking admission to the Bachelor of Business Administration or BBA course. The state is an industrial hub and is the centre of some of the best BBA colleges in India and plenty of job opportunities after BBA for graduates. There are more than 200 colleges offering BBA in Maharashtra most of which are centred in cities such as Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, etc.

Previously, these colleges did not have any centralized or common admission process. Most of the colleges offer admission based on Class 12th Merit or based on their entrance exam scores. However, according to a recent order passed by the Maharashtra state government, appearing for CET or a Common Entrance Exam is mandatory for admission to BBA courses. In this article, we take a look at the BBA admission in Maharashtra 2024 so that you can make an informed decision about choosing the right college. Right from the eligibility criteria to entrance exams and details about the top colleges, we have provided everything here for your reference. Have a look!

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BBA Admission in Maharashtra 2024: Selection Process

The BBA selection process of colleges in Maharashtra is also separate for each college. A general outline of how to get admission to BBA colleges in Maharashtra is given below.

• Fill in the application form for the college.

• Appear for the MAH BBA CET or CET exam conducted by individual colleges.

• Get shortlisted based on the entrance test and Class 12th score.

• Appear for Group Discussion and/ or Personal Interview rounds (if any).

• Check the merit list of colleges for admission status.

• If selected, finalize admission by paying the application fee.

• If not, check the waitlist to try for subsequent rounds of admission.

Previously most colleges used to shortlist candidates based on Class 12th scores. However, now CET exam scores will be used to select candidates for BBA admission. While Group Discussions are rare, some colleges do conduct them but Personal Interviews are far more common. Colleges release the Merit List and the Waitlist simultaneously on their website. If any candidate on the Merit List gives up their seat or fails to take admission before the deadline, it becomes available for a Waitlisted candidate.

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Maharashtra BBA Eligibility Criteria 2024

The criteria to be eligible for BBA admissions in Maharashtra 2024 are as follows.

• Candidate must have appeared for either MAH BBA CET or the entrance exam conducted by the BBA college.

• The candidate must have completed Class 12th from a recognized board.

• The candidate must have scored 50% marks in Class 12th (may vary from college to college).

• Domicile may be required in certain cases.

Maharashtra BBA Application Process 2024

Keep the following details in mind when filling out the application form for a BBA college in Maharashtra.

• Individual colleges release their own application forms for admission to their BBA courses.

• Visit the official website of your college and directly fill out the application form from there.

• Universities may release a common application form for their affiliated colleges.

• Make sure you are filling out the right application.

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Maharashtra BBA Entrance Exams 2024

Previously, no common entrance test for BBA admissions in Maharashtra State was conducted but some colleges conducted their own entrance tests. However, the Maharashtra State government has passed an order that it is now mandatory to appear for a Common Entrance Test for BBA admission in Maharashtra. BBA colleges in Maharashtra can either choose to conduct their own entrance tests or select students based on MAH BBA CET. Here is a list of some of the BBA entrance exams conducted in Maharashtra.

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Maharashtra BBA Selection Criteria of Top Colleges 2024

The selection criteria for some of the top BBA colleges in Maharashtra along with their available dates are given in the following table.

Popular BBA Specializations in Maharashtra 2024

There are a variety of BBA specializations that are offered by Maharashtra's management colleges. Some of these have been given in the following table.

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Maharashtra Direct BBA Admissions 2024

Taking direct BBA Admission is possible in various private colleges in Maharashtra based on the application form submitted by the candidate. Colleges may have a portion of BBA seats reserved for direct admission under the management quota. Candidates can apply for admission to these seats directly and confirm their admission after paying the required fee. More information is available at the following links.

Overall, BBA is an excellent choice of course that can provide a great start to your management career. It is a very versatile course that can equip you with leadership skills for the future. The course takes you through a mixture of theory-based, case-study-based, and practical learning while the 3-year duration of the course means that you graduate and start your career early.

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