About Master of Business Administration [MBA]
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at SJB Institute of Technology (SJBIT), Kengeri, Bangalore, is a two-year full-time postgraduate management programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and approved by AICTE. The programme covers marketing management, financial management, human resource management, operations management, business analytics, and entrepreneurship, preparing graduates for management roles across Bangalore’s industry and services ecosystem. SJBIT is NAAC ’A+’ accredited and runs a dedicated MBA Research Centre under VTU.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the MBA programme 2026 at SJBIT are through KMAT Karnataka or PGCET (KEA) scores for government-quota seats; management-quota seats consider CAT / MAT / CMAT / ATMA scores or direct application at sjbit.edu.in.
Key Points
- VTU-affiliated MBA with AICTE approval and NAAC ’A+’ institutional accreditation.
- MBA Research Centre at SJBIT offers dual-track outcomes: management careers and doctoral research.
- Graduates placed in roles across IT, BFSI, manufacturing, and consulting sectors in Bangalore.
SJBIT Bangalore MBA Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Fee (per year) | INR 58,000 |
| Total Fees (2 Years, Hostel Charges Separate) | INR 1,16,000 |
- Management quota fee; KMAT and PGCET seat fees may differ.
- Confirm current fee at sjbit.edu.in before applying.
- Hostel charges payable separately.
SJBIT Bangalore MBA Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| KMAT Karnataka 2026 Registration | Session 1: Dec 22, 2025Session 2: April 27, 2026 |
| KMAT Karnataka 2026 Exam | Session 1: February 22, 2026Session 2: May 31, 2026 |
| KMAT Karnataka 2026 Result | Session 1: March 2, 2026Session 2: June 18, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Karnataka PGCET MBA 2026 Exam | September 2026; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| KEA MBA Counselling / Seat Allotment | October to November 2026; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| SJBIT MBA Admission / Reporting | As per KEA schedule; check sjbit.edu.in |
Entrance Exam Dates
| Exam | Registration End | Exam Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| KMAT Karnataka 2026 | Session 1: February 22, 2026Session 2: May 31, 2026 | Session 1: Dec 22, 2025Session 2: April 27, 2026 | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; minimum 50% (45% for SC/ST) |
| Karnataka PGCET MBA 2026 | September 2026 | June 2026 | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; for government-quota seats |
- KMAT Karnataka: kmat.in.
- Karnataka PGCET MBA: kea.kar.nic.in.
- Direct/management application: sjbit.edu.in.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university, with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST/PwD candidates). Final-year undergraduate students who will complete their degree before the programme start date may also apply.
- Admission to government-quota seats is through KMAT Karnataka or Karnataka PGCET MBA counselling by KEA. Management-quota seats consider CAT / MAT / CMAT / ATMA scores or direct merit-based application at sjbit.edu.in.
Admission Process
- Step 1: Register for KMAT Karnataka 2026 at kmat.in (Session 1: Dec 22, 2025Session 2: April 27, 2026) or Karnataka PGCET MBA at kea.kar.nic.in (June 2026).
- Step 2: Appear for KMAT (Session 1: February 22, 2026Session 2: May 31, 2026) or PGCET MBA (September 2026).
- Step 3: Check results (Session 1: March 2, 2026Session 2: June 18, 2026 (Tentative) for KMAT) and register for KEA MBA counselling (October to November 2026).
- Step 4: Fill choice list selecting SJBIT for MBA; accept seat allotment.
- Step 5: Report to SJBIT with degree mark sheets, category certificate, and entrance score card.
- Step 6: Pay the first-year fee and complete admission formalities at sjbit.edu.in.
- Management seats: Apply directly at sjbit.edu.in with CAT/MAT/CMAT score or merit basis.
✓ Opt for this if
- Engineering graduates seeking affordable VTU MBA in Bangalore
- Students targeting KMAT or PGCET government quota seat
- Candidates with local industry goals; Bangalore network advantage
- Students planning PhD in Business Administration at SJBIT
✗ Skip if
- Candidates targeting IIM or top-ranked MBA for brand value
- Students needing national alumni network in finance or consulting
- Candidates seeking placements outside Karnataka or pan-India firms
SJBIT Bangalore MBA Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full or partial reimbursement | Karnataka domicile SC/ST students; apply via ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| Karnataka BC/OBC Fee Reimbursement | Partial fee reimbursement | Karnataka domicile BC/OBC students; apply at ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000/year | Female students in AICTE-approved postgraduate programmes; family income below INR 8,00,000/year |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000/year | Merit-based; family income below INR 8,00,000/year; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
- Karnataka government scholarships: apply via NSP at scholarships.gov.in.
- AICTE Pragati: apply at aicte-india.org.
- Confirm current scholarship availability at sjbit.edu.in.
SJBIT Bangalore MBA FAQs
Ques. What is the fee for MBA at SJBIT Bangalore?
Ans. The annual fee for MBA at SJBIT is INR 58,000. The total fee for the two-year programme is INR 1,16,000. This reflects the management quota fee; government-quota (KMAT/PGCET) fee may be lower under KFRC regulation. Hostel charges are payable separately. Confirm the current fee at sjbit.edu.in.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MBA at SJBIT?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50 percent aggregate marks (45 percent for SC/ST/PwD). Admission to government-quota seats is through KMAT Karnataka or Karnataka PGCET MBA counselling by KEA.
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for MBA at SJBIT?
Ans. Government-quota seats require a valid KMAT Karnataka or Karnataka PGCET MBA score (both conducted by KEA). Management-quota seats may consider CAT, MAT, CMAT, or ATMA scores, or direct application at sjbit.edu.in.
Ques. What are the career prospects after MBA from SJBIT Bangalore?
Ans. MBA graduates from SJBIT pursue careers in marketing, finance, human resources, operations, and business analytics. SJBIT’s training and placement cell facilitates campus placements with IT, BFSI, manufacturing, and consulting companies in Bangalore. Graduates may also pursue Ph.D. in Business Administration at the SJBIT Research Centre.
Ques. Is any scholarship available for MBA students at SJBIT?
Ans. Karnataka SC/ST and BC/OBC students may apply for state fee reimbursement at ssp.postmatric.karnataka.gov.in. Female students in AICTE-approved programmes may be eligible for the AICTE Pragati Scholarship (up to INR 50,000/year). Confirm current scholarship availability at sjbit.edu.in.