Master of Business Administration [MBA]

Aurora’s Scientific and Technological Institute (ASTI), Ghatkesar offers a 2-year Master of Business Administration (MBA) affiliated to JNTUH. Graduates in any discipline with a minimum 50% aggregate are eligible, and admission is through TG ICET counselling by TGCHE. The total fee is INR 1,22,000 for the full programme. TGCHE counselling for July 2026 is expected to be notified shortly. The AICTE-approved institute is located in Ghatkesar, Telangana.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling expected July 2026 (Tentative).

ASTI Ghatkesar MBA Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (2 Years)	INR 1,22,000
Total Fees	INR 1,22,000

• Fees are subject to revision as per JNTUH and AICTE norms each academic year.
• Hostel charges are separate and not included in the above fee structure.

ASTI Ghatkesar MBA Admission 2026

Event	Date
TG ICET Exam	May 13 to 14, 2026
TG ICET Result	June 19, 2026
Counselling Registration	July 2026 (Tentative)
Academic Session Begins	August 2026

• TG ICET counselling is conducted by TGCHE at tgicet.nic.in.
• TG ICET was formerly known as TSICET and is the gateway to JNTUH MBA admission.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum 50% aggregate.
• SC/ST candidates require a minimum of 45% aggregate in the qualifying degree.
• Valid TG ICET rank is mandatory for admission through TGCHE counselling.

Admission Process

• Appear for TG ICET and secure a valid rank through the official portal tgicet.nic.in.
• Register on the TGCHE MBA counselling portal once registration opens in July 2026.
• Upload required documents including graduation certificate, TG ICET scorecard, and category certificate if applicable.
• Exercise web options for preferred college and confirm preferences within the stipulated window.
• Download the allotment order and self-report to ASTI Ghatkesar with fee payment to complete enrolment.

✓ Opt for this if

• Budget-conscious graduate seeking JNTUH MBA at under INR 1.25 lakh total
• Planning a management career in Hyderabad or Telangana job market
• Looking for a JNTUH-affiliated MBA without a high fee burden
• TG ICET qualifier needing a nearby Telangana college option via counselling

✗ Skip if

• Need a nationally ranked or NAAC-accredited MBA institution
• Expecting top-tier corporate campus placements at the MBA level
• Seeking a specialised MBA with strong industry MoU partnerships on campus

ASTI Ghatkesar MBA Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Telangana RTF Scholarship	Full tuition fee reimbursement	SC/ST/BC/EBC/Disabled students with family income within limits
Telangana MTF (Maintenance Charges)	Monthly stipend as per category	SC/ST/BC students with minimum 75% quarterly attendance
NSP Central Scheme	As per central government norms	SC/ST/OBC-NCL students with family income within prescribed limits

• Apply for Telangana government scholarships at epass.telangana.gov.in each academic year.
• RTF scholarship covers the full tuition fee for eligible MBA students from Telangana state.

ASTI Ghatkesar MBA FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for MBA at ASTI Ghatkesar?

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year MBA programme at ASTI Ghatkesar is INR 1,22,000 covering both years of study. This is the tuition fee for the entire programme as currently published by the college. Hostel charges, if required, are billed separately by the college administration. Fees are subject to annual revision by JNTUH and AICTE, so students should confirm the applicable fee at the time of joining and self-reporting after TG ICET counselling allotment to avoid any discrepancy during the enrolment process.

Ques. What TG ICET score is required for MBA admission at ASTI Ghatkesar?

Ans. ASTI Ghatkesar admits MBA students through TGCHE TG ICET counselling. There is no minimum TG ICET score cutoff prescribed for admission to this college, and seat allotment depends entirely on rank, category, and web option preferences submitted during the counselling window. Students with lower ranks may still secure a seat in later counselling rounds if seats remain vacant. Candidates are advised to exercise web options across multiple preferred colleges to maximise their chances of allotment in either Phase 1 or Phase 2 counselling rounds conducted by TGCHE.

Ques. Is any work experience required for MBA at ASTI Ghatkesar?

Ans. No prior work experience is required for admission to the JNTUH-affiliated MBA programme at ASTI Ghatkesar. Admission is purely merit-based on TG ICET rank and graduation aggregate. Fresh graduates from any bachelor’s degree programme with a minimum 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST) are eligible to apply for this programme. This makes it accessible to students wishing to pursue management education directly after completing their undergraduate degree without a mandatory work experience requirement, unlike some autonomous or private MBA programmes that specify prior experience as a criterion.

Ques. What are the career options after MBA from ASTI Ghatkesar?

Ans. Graduates with a JNTUH MBA from ASTI Ghatkesar can pursue careers in business management, marketing, human resources, finance, and operations roles across the Hyderabad and Telangana job market. The JNTUH affiliation ensures the degree is recognised for government sector management posts and competitive examinations. Higher studies such as a PhD in Management or specialised professional programmes are also available after MBA completion. Candidates targeting central government management roles may also appear for UPSC or state service management cadre examinations after completing their degree.

Ques. What subjects are covered in MBA at ASTI Ghatkesar?

Ans. The JNTUH MBA curriculum at ASTI Ghatkesar follows the university-prescribed syllabus across four semesters. First-year core subjects include management principles, organisational behaviour, financial accounting, marketing management, human resource management, quantitative techniques, and business communication. Second-year subjects cover strategic management, entrepreneurship, operations management, and electives in finance, marketing, or HR specialisation tracks. The programme is designed to build analytical and managerial competencies aligned with industry needs across the Telangana and broader Indian corporate landscape at the postgraduate level.