MBA Admissions in Uttar Pradesh 2023: Dates, Selection Procedure, Fees & Eligibility

Sakunth KumarUpdated On: July 24, 2023 04:39 pm IST

Get all the details about the Uttar Pradesh MBA Admissions 2023 in this article. Explore MBA entrance exams, eligibility, selection process, fees, important dates of some of the best MBA colleges in UP here.

Table of Contents

Entrance Exams Accepted by MBA Colleges in Uttar Pradesh
Eligibility Criteria for MBA Admissions in Uttar Pradesh 2023
Uttar Pradesh MBA Admission Procedure and Counselling Dates 2023
Uttar Pradesh MBA Selection Process 2023
Uttar Pradesh MBA Admission Reservation Policy 2023
Documents Required for MBA Admission in Uttar Pradesh 2023
Top MBA Colleges in Uttar Pradesh for 2023
Faqs

Uttar Pradesh MBA Admission 2023 is being conducted based on CMAT and CAT entrance exams. If seats are available after that, UPCET 2023 will be considered for Master of Business Administration (MBA) admissions in the state. UPCET 2023 is the state-level entrance exam for admission to MBA colleges in Uttar Pradesh. It is accepted by AKTU and MMMUT and their affiliated colleges.

Uttar Pradesh (UP) is a sought-after destination to pursue MBA in India. There are many reputed management institutes in UP offering MBA courses in different specializations. Candidates interested in UP MBA Admissions must first understand the process followed in the state. Check the complete details about the UP MBA Admission Process 2023 here.

Entrance Exams Accepted by MBA Colleges in Uttar Pradesh

Not all MBA colleges in Uttar Pradesh consider national-level management entrance exam scores for admission to the MBA course. NTA conducts UPCET every year for MBA admissions. The Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) used to conduct the UPCET MBA exam and earlier it was known as the UPSEE exam.

Some good MBA colleges also accept national-level entrance exam scores. The list of entrance exams for MBA admissions in Uttar Pradesh is given below:

Exam	Exam Date
UPCET MBA 2023	May 21 - 31, 2023
CAT 2023	November 2023
CMAT 2023	May 4, 2023 (Concluded)
MAT 2023 (September 2023)	PBT - September 3, 2023 IBT - September 2, 9, 10, and 16, 2023 CBT - September 17, 2023
ATMA 2023	July 23, 2023
XAT 2024	January 7, 2024

UPCET MBA is a common entrance exam for all the MBA colleges in Uttar Pradesh (except for national-level premier institutes such as Indian Institutes of Technology or Indian Institutes of Management). Candidates applying for UPCET MBA need not apply to each college individually. However, candidates with national-level entrance exam scores must apply for each institute that accepts any of the entrance test scores (except UPCET MBA) individually.

Eligibility Criteria for MBA Admissions in Uttar Pradesh 2023

Here are the eligibility criteria UP MBA Admissions 2023 in detail:

Basic Requirements: Students aspiring to pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Uttar Pradesh must note that the minimum qualification required is a Bachelor’s degree from any stream with 50% marks. Candidates belonging to reserved categories will have a 5% relaxation in the marks or percentage. The applicants must have studied Mathematics as one of the subjects in Class 12.

Entrance Exam: For getting admission to the MBA course, the candidates must also have a valid UPCET MBA/ CMAT/ ATMA/ MAT/ CAT score. Candidates with a valid score in any one of the entrance exams are eligible to apply for MBA in Uttar Pradesh.

Domicile Rules: For UPCET MBA, only candidates belonging to Uttar Pradesh are eligible to apply. Colleges that accept the national-level entrance exam score apart from UPCET MBA will reserve seats for candidates belonging to other states. However, the major preference will be given to Uttar Pradesh aspirants.

Uttar Pradesh MBA Admission Procedure and Counselling Dates 2023

Uttar Pradesh MBA admissions based on UPCET MBA score has is conducted before the admissions based on national level entrance test score such as CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ CMAT as per the trend. The admissions are purely based on the merit of the candidates. Some of the colleges that accept the national-level management entrance test score also conduct Group Discussion (GD)/ Personal Interview (PI) for the final selection. The candidates can check the important dates of all the entrance exams here.

UPCET MBA 2023 Important Dates

The official dates regarding UPCET MBA Counselling Process 2023 are out on the official website of UPCET. Candidates can check the table provided below to know the important dates for UCPET MBA 2023.

Event	Start Date	End Date
Round 1
Registration, Payment of Fee, Document Upload	July 24, 2023	August 5, 2023
Document Verification	July 25, 2023	August 6, 2023
Respond to Queries R 1	July 25, 2023	August 7, 2023
Document Verification (of responses to Query)	July 25, 2023	August 9, 2023
Online Choice Filling and Locking	August 10, 2023	August 13, 2023
Seat Allotment	August 14, 2023
Payment of Seat Confirmation (20000/12000)	August 14, 2023	August 16, 2023
Online Willingness (Freeze/Float)	August 14, 2023	August 16, 2023
Round 2
Online Choice Filling (alteration) and Locking	August 17, 2023	August 18, 2023
Seat Allotment	August 19, 2023
Online Willingness (Freeze/Float)	August 19, 2023	August 20, 2023
Payment of Seat Confirmation (20000/12000)	August 19, 2023	August 20, 2023
Online Withdrawal (Refund 15000/9000)	August 19, 2023	August 20, 2023
Round 3
Online Choice Locking	August 21, 2023	August 22, 2023
Seat Allotment	August 23, 2023
Payment of Seat Confirmation	August 23, 2023	August 24, 2023
Online Withdrawal	August 23, 2023	August 24, 2023
Mandatory Physical Reporting at the allotted Institution for Freeze Candidates upto Round 3	August 24, 2023	August 25, 2023
Round 4
Seat Allotment (auto freeze for all candidates)	August 27, 2023
Payment of Seat Confirmation fee for new allotment if any (20000/12000)	August 27, 2023	August 28, 2023
August 28, 2023	August 29, 2023
Round 5 (Internal Sliding Govt. Institutions)
Online willingness for internal sliding	August 28, 2023	August 30, 2023
Allotment for Internal Sliding in Govt Colleges (if seats remain vacant)	August 31, 2023
Seat vacancy For Special Round	August 31, 2023
Round 6 (Govt. Institutions)
Registration for Special Round 1	September 1, 2023	September 3, 2023
Payment of Special Round Fee	September 1, 2023	September 3, 2023
Document Verification	September 1, 2023	September 3, 2023
Choice Filling	September 1, 2023	September 4, 2023
Seat Allotment	September 5, 2023
Seat vacancy For Special Round 2	September 5, 2023
Round 7 (Govt. Institutions)
Registration for Special Round 2	September 6, 2023	September 7, 2023
Payment of Special Round Fee	September 6, 2023	September 7, 2023
Document Verification	September 6, 2023	September 7, 2023
Choice Filling	September 6, 2023	September 8, 2023
Seat Allotment	September 9, 2023
Physical Reporting	September 11, 2023

Click on the links below for the dates of other entrance exams:

MAT 2023 Important Dates	CMAT 2023 Important Dates
CAT 2023 Important Dates	XAT 2024 Important Dates

Uttar Pradesh MBA Selection Process 2023

Given below is the selection process for Uttar Pradesh MBA admission 2023:

UPCET MBA 2023 Selection Process: UPCET MBA exam authority will allocate ranks and marks to the candidates scored in UPCET MBA 2023 exam. These candidates will have to take part in the online counselling process/ centralised admission process. During the counselling process, the candidates must exercise web options. The seat allocation will be based on the candidate’s rank in UPCET MBA 2023, preference in web options, merit and availability of seats in the respective college.

Usually, five rounds of counselling will take place for the MBA course based on USPEE MBA 2023 exam. The candidates who do not secure a seat in the desired college in the first round can take part in subsequent rounds of counselling.

UPCET MBA counselling process has begun.

CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ MAT/ ATMA Selection Process: The MBA selection process in Uttar Pradesh based on the entrance test score of these exams is completely different. The candidates will have to apply for institutes individually. Some colleges may directly grant admission based on entrance test score while some colleges may conduct GD/ PI/ Written Ability Test (WAT) for final selection.

Direct MBA Admission/ Management Quota Admission: Candidates who do not have an entrance test score are eligible for direct admission through the management quota of the institute. All the private MBA colleges and deemed universities in Uttar Pradesh reserve some seats under the management quota and institutes are free to fill the seats with eligible candidates. The fees for MBA seat under management quota is decided by the respective institute.

Uttar Pradesh MBA Admission Reservation Policy 2023

UPCET MBA counselling and seat allocation process are purely based on reservation policies of the state government. Private MBA colleges must fill 80% of seats under state quota or convenor quota and 20% seats under management quota. The reservation of seats may change every year.

Documents Required for MBA Admission in Uttar Pradesh 2023

The following are the mandatory documents required to take MBA admission in Uttar Pradesh: -

Score Card and Admit Card of Entrance Test
Transfer Certificate (TC)
UG Marks Sheet and Provisional Certificate
Class 10 Certificate
Class 12 Certificate
Category Certificate (applicable to reserved categories)
Proof of Identity

Top MBA Colleges in Uttar Pradesh for 2023

Provided below are some of the top MBA colleges in Uttar Pradesh:

College	Location
Indian Institute of Management	Lucknow
Institute of Management Technology	Ghaziabad
Moradabad Institute of Technology	Moradabad
Banaras Hindu University	Varanasi
Amity Business School	Noida
Jaipuria Institute of Management	Lucknow
IIMT University, Meerut	Meerut
Shobhit University	Meerut
Invertis University	Bareilly
Integral University	Lucknow
Indus Business Academy	Greater Noida
Galgotias University	Greater Noida
Pranveer Singh Institute of Technology	Kanpur
Maharishi University	Lucknow
Institute of Management & Research	Ghaziabad
Dronacharya Group of Institutions	Greater Noida
Sharda University	Greater Noida
Noida International University	Greater Noida
KIET Group of Institutions	Ghaziabad
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State	MBA Admission Process
West Bengal	MBA Admissions in West Bengal 2023
Telangana	MBA Admissions in Telangana 2023
Madhya Pradesh	MBA Admissions in Madhya Pradesh 2023
Telangana	MBA Admissions in Telangana 2023

FAQs

How can aspirants get admission to MBA courses in Uttar Pradesh?

MBA admissions in UP are offered in a manner similar to the MBA colleges in the rest of the country. On the basis of national and university-level entrance exams, management course admissions would be offered to students at the state management institutes of Uttar Pradesh. To be admitted, you must take the entrance examinations that are accepted. The responsible authorities will invite the candidates for group discussions and personal interview rounds after the written admission test. The seats will be allocated to the candidates based on their performance in the GD, PI, and entrance exams.

How many MBA colleges are there in Uttar Pradesh?

There are more than 600 MBA colleges situated in the state of Uttar Pradesh. These colleges offer management courses like MBA and PGDM to aspirants based on entrance exam scores and performance in selection rounds. Out of these 600 MBA colleges in Uttar Pradesh, 88% are Private, 10% are Public and 2% are Public Private. This means, there are 408 Private MBA colleges, 50 Public MBA colleges, and 2 Public Private MBA colleges in Uttar Pradesh. Therefore, it is safe to say that aspirants have a wide range of choices when it comes to pursuing an MBA in Uttar Pradesh.

Is MBA in Uttar Pradesh possible without entrance exams?

Yes, MBA in Uttar Pradesh is possible without appearing for entrance exams like Common Admission Test (CAT), Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT), Common Management Admission Test (CMAT), Management Aptitude Test (MAT), or even the UPCET MBA exam. In Uttar Pradesh, there are many institutions that provide direct MBA/PGDM admission. However, you must evaluate them in light of things like educational standards, costs, course content, etc. Along with looking into the credentials of the institution you are interested in, you should also look into the prerequisites and eligibility requirements for direct MBA admissions.

Is pursuing an MBA from AKTU a good choice?

Yes, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, or AKTU as it is popularly known, is an excellent choice for management aspirants who wish to pursue an MBA for their postgraduate studies. Placement opportunities are decent and help in creating strong professional ties at AKTU. The placement cell is really motivated, and they put a lot of effort into placing the students. It is a great college with a good student body, job placements, and faculty. 75% of the students were placed in the program. The highest package was 8 LPA, its lowest package is 2 LPA, and its average package is 4 LPA.

Which are the highest ranked MBA colleges in Uttar Pradesh as per NIRF?

There are several leading B-schools and MBA colleges in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Some of these colleges are also ranked among the top colleges in the country according to NIRF standards. Indian Institute of Management Lucknow is the top-ranked MBA school in Uttar Pradesh according to the NIRF ranking for 2022, coming in at number six overall. Some of the other top-ranked MBA colleges in Uttar Pradesh along with their NIRF rankings are given below:

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (Rank 20)
Amity University (Rank 28)
Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad (Rank 44)
Banaras Hindu University (Rank 50)
Jaipuria Institute of Management (Rank 51)
Aligarh Muslim University (Rank 57)

What is the eligibility criteria for MBA admission in Uttar Pradesh?

Candidates are chosen for MBA admissions in Uttar Pradesh depending on how well they do in the admissions/selection processes. Based on their performance on the necessary entrance exams, students are chosen for these counseling sessions. Selection for further admission rounds at MBA colleges in Uttar Pradesh requires passing entrance exams like the CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, and others. In addition to these requirements, candidates must also meet the minimal requirements for eligibility to enroll in an MBA program. Candidates must graduate from an accredited university or institution in any discipline. Candidates must receive a minimum of 50% (45% for SC/ST candidates) in their coursework.

What is the average MBA course fee in Uttar Pradesh?

The average MBA course fee in Uttar Pradesh ranges between INR 1-2 lakh. Management aspirants should know that pursuing an MBA from Uttar Pradesh is quite affordable. Around 62% of the MBA colleges in UP have annual fees ranging from INR 1-2 lakh.

When will the MBA admission process in Uttar Pradesh begin?

The MBA admission process in Uttar Pradesh through UPCET is expected to begin soon. Most top B-schools in India have already started their selection process for MBA admission 2023-25. Numerous colleges have also started accepting applications for MBA admissions in 2023. Aspirants must check the official website of their target colleges to find out more about the MBA admission process of the respective college or B-school.

What are the entrance exams accepted by MBA colleges in Uttar Pradesh?

Several MBA colleges in Uttar Pradesh are known to accept the popular national-level MBA entrance exams. In Uttar Pradesh, a majority of MBA colleges accept the CAT and MAT exams. The remaining colleges in UP will admit students based on scores from exams like the XAT, CMAT, NMAT, and ATMA.

Is Uttar Pradesh a good destination for pursuing an MBA?

Yes, Uttar Pradesh is one of the best destinations for management aspirants to pursue an MBA in India. A graduate of Uttar Pradesh's top business school has a wide range of career options available to them. Indian Institute of Management (Lucknow), Birla Institute of Management & Technology, Bennett University, Institute of Management Studies (FMS) (Banaras Hindu University), and Institute of Management and Technology (IMT) are some of the renowned institutions in Uttar Pradesh that provide management degrees.

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