The CAT 2025 results are likely to be announced on December 19 or 20, 2025. The final answer key will be published on the official portal, iimcat.ac.in.
The XAT 2026 application correction window is now active and will stay open until December 10, 2025. Candidates can edit their personal, academic, and test city information, as well as upload a fresh photograph or signature. The XAT 2026 registration is open until December 11, 2025. The XAT 2026 exam is scheduled for January 4, 2026.
The CMAT exam schedule has been released on the official website https://cmat.nta.nic.in/. The test will be held on January 25, 2026, in computer-based mode, and the exam pattern and syllabus will remain the same as last year.
Balaji Institute of Modern Management (BIMM) Pune, under Sri Balaji University, delivers AICTE-approved MBA programs with a holistic admission approach for the 2026-28 batch. Candidates are evaluated on entrance exam scores (35% weightage), group discussion (35%), personal interview (30%), academics, work experience, and overall profile—focusing on leadership potential and diversity without fixed cutoffs. Eligibility demands a UGC-recognized graduation with 50% aggregate (45% for reserved categories), valid scores from CAT 2025, MAT (Aug 2025–May 2026), XAT 2026, CMAT 2026, MAH CET 2026, or SBEST. As of September 18, 2025, applications open on October 8, 2025, via the university's online portal.
The admission process for Balaji Institute of Modern Management Pune's MBA programs is centralized through Sri Balaji University, emphasizing a comprehensive selection.
| Step | Process Details |
|---|---|
| Step 1: Application Submission | Fill the common online form for Sri Balaji University (choose up to 26 specializations across institutes). Register online and select GD/PI center. |
| Step 2: Document Upload | Upload graduation marksheet, entrance exam scorecard, passport-size photo, signature, and ID proof (Aadhaar/PAN). |
| Step 3: Selection Rounds | Attend Group Discussion (GD) lasting 30-45 minutes (may include role play, case studies, extempore) and Personal Interview (PI) by expert panel assessing suitability. |
| Step 4: Seat Allocation | Based on overall profile, preferences, and merit (written exam 35%, GD 35%, PI 30%); provisional offers issued via email. |
| Step 5: Fee Payment | Confirm seat with ₹1 Lakh caution deposit (refundable); pay via demand draft. |
Explore detailed steps on Balaji Institute of Modern Management Pune Admission.
| Category | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Academic Qualification | Graduation with 50% aggregate (General) / 45% (SC/ST/OBC) |
| Entrance Exams | CAT 2025, MAT (Aug 2025 – May 2026), XAT 2026, CMAT 2026, MAH CET 2026 |
| Additional Factors | Work experience, extracurricular achievements, GD/PI performance |
| Reserved Categories | Relaxations as per central government norms |
| International Applicants | Equivalent degree + AIU certification; TOEFL/IELTS if required |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Form Access | Available online via Sri Balaji University portal (from 8th October 2025). |
| Filling Instructions | Enter personal details, academics, entrance scores, specialization preferences, and select GD/PI center. |
| Required Documents | Passport-size photo, signature, Aadhaar/PAN, graduation marksheets, entrance scorecards. |
| Submission | Online only; receive registration number post-payment confirmation. |
| Common Form Advantage | Valid for BIMM + sister institutes (BITM, BIIB, BIMHRD). |
Based on official timelines for the 2026-28 batch, key events are as follows.
| Event | Timeline (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | 8th October, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18th January, 2026 |
| GD/PI Rounds | January – March 2026 (rolling basis at Pune and other centers) |
| Result Declaration | Within 15 days after GD/PI |
| Program Commencement | 18th June, 2026 (includes 45-day induction) |
| Entrance Exam Validity | CAT/XAT/CMAT/MAH CET (2025–26); MAT (Aug 2025 – May 2026) |
| Late Applications | Rarely accepted; missed deadlines defer to next cycle |
| Fee Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application Fee | ₹1000 (form) + ₹490 (SBEST, if applicable) = ₹1490 (plus service taxes) |
| Refund Policy | Full refund if withdrawn before GD/PI; partial post seat allocation |
| Payment Mode | Demand draft to The Director – BIMM, Pune (no online transfer) |
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