Master of Business Administration [MBA] Working Professionals
Fees
Fees at Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra for the Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Biotechnology program range around Rs. 18,00,000 for the four-year duration. Admission fees for the first year are approximately Rs. 2,50,000, with semester fees including tuition, technical, and development fees varying between Rs. 2,00,000 and Rs. 2,91,000.
Hostel fees start at Rs. 20,000 per semester, increasing incrementally to Rs. 26,000 by the eighth semester. Mess fees are approximately Rs. 30,000 each semester. The GP Birla Scholarship offers tuition fee waivers between 20% to 100% based on academic performance, with specific requirements related to CGPA, providing significant relief to high-achieving students.
Additionally, scholarships are available for students based on family income criteria, while hostel and mess charges may be discounted for eligible students.
About Master of Business Administration [MBA] Working Professionals
BIT Mesra’s MBA for Working Professionals is an online postgraduate management programme designed for employed candidates who want to earn an MBA from an Institute of National Importance without taking a career break. The programme covers core and functional management areas including marketing, finance, operations, strategy, and human resources, and is delivered entirely through online classes with no mandatory campus visits. Applications for the 2026 cycle are open until June 15, 2026 via the BIT Mesra ERP portal. BIT Mesra ranks 67 in an external review site’s 2025 India Engineering Colleges list.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to the MBA for Working Professionals (Online) at BIT Mesra for the 2026 cycle are open until June 15, 2026; apply through the BIT Mesra ERP portal at bitmesra.ac.in.
Key Points
- Fully online delivery with no mandatory campus visits, designed for employed professionals.
- Total programme fees of INR 2,09,000 for two years, making it cost-effective relative to on-campus MBA options.
- Covers marketing, finance, operations, strategy, human resource management, and entrepreneurship.
- Applications for the 2026 intake are open until June 15, 2026 via erpportal.bitmesra.ac.in.
- A degree from BIT Mesra, an Institute of National Importance, carries strong brand recognition for promotions and career transitions.
- No mandatory entrance exam percentile specified; eligible candidates apply directly through the ERP portal.
BIT Mesra MBA (Working Professionals) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Total Programme Fees (2 years, Online mode) | INR 2,09,000 |
- Total fees of INR 2,09,000 are for the full 2-year programme delivered in online mode.
- The programme is designed for working professionals and is delivered entirely through online classes with no mandatory campus visits.
- Verify the current semester-wise payment schedule and any revised fee components at bitmesra.ac.in before enrolling.
BIT Mesra MBA (Working Professionals) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online MBA (MO-2026) Application Window Opens | January 2026 |
| Application Deadline | June 15, 2026 |
| Programme Commencement | July to August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Apply online through the BIT Mesra ERP portal at erpportal.bitmesra.ac.in during the notified window; upload graduation marksheets and any additional documents specified in the notification.
- The programme is delivered through online mode; shortlisting and interview (if any) will be conducted online.
- Check bitmesra.ac.in/admission/notification/1 for the latest notification, eligibility update, and exact deadline.
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.
- Working professionals with relevant managerial or industry experience are preferred; there is no minimum work experience requirement specified.
Admission Process
- Register on the BIT Mesra ERP portal at erpportal.bitmesra.ac.in and apply for the MBA Working Professionals (Online) programme within the notified window.
- Upload all required academic documents, pay the application fee, and submit the application before the deadline of June 15, 2026.
- Await shortlisting communication from BIT Mesra; any selection interview will be conducted through online mode.
- Accept the offer, pay the programme fee, and complete online enrolment formalities.
✓ Opt for this if
- Employed professionals who want an MBA from an Institute of National Importance without a career break.
- Mid-level managers seeking a credential to support promotion to senior leadership roles.
- Candidates in non-metro locations who cannot relocate to a campus for a full-time MBA.
- Budget-conscious professionals who want a recognised management degree at a lower cost than on-campus MBA.
✗ Skip if
- Candidates seeking on-campus placement drives, which are part of the full-time MBA programme.
- Those who prefer peer interaction, group projects, and campus networking inherent in full-time programmes.
- Candidates who need intensive campus immersion and face-to-face faculty interaction.
- Those whose employers require a full-time AICTE-approved residential MBA programme for reimbursement.
BIT Mesra MBA (Working Professionals) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| GP Birla Scholarship | Need-based | Students with CGPA 8.0 (EWS) or 6.5 (SC/ST/OBC) and financial need; applied through BIT Mesra scholarship portal |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST, Jharkhand) | As per government norms | SC/ST students domiciled in Jharkhand; applied through the National Scholarship Portal |
- Scholarship eligibility for online programmes may differ from on-campus programmes; confirm with BIT Mesra before applying.
- Central and state scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) during the annual window.
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, BIT Mesra ranks 149 out of 372 colleges in India and 9th in state Jharkhand for its MBA - WP program.
- 85 out of 281 under India Today Management Ranking 2022.
- 97 out of 125 under NIRF Management Ranking 2025.
- 30 out of 155 under Outlook Management Ranking 2020.
Read more on BIT Mesra Rankings here
BIT Mesra MBA (Working Professionals) FAQs
Ques. Is the MBA for Working Professionals at BIT Mesra a fully online programme?
Ans. Yes. The MBA for Working Professionals is delivered entirely through online classes, including live and recorded sessions. There are no mandatory campus visits, making it accessible for employed candidates across India.
Ques. What is the eligibility for admission?
Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50 percent marks. Working professionals with relevant industry experience are preferred.
Ques. How do I apply for the 2026 intake?
Ans. Apply online through the BIT Mesra ERP portal at erpportal.bitmesra.ac.in. The application deadline for the 2026 cycle is June 15, 2026. Upload graduation marksheets and other required documents during the application.
Ques. What are the total fees for the MBA Working Professionals programme?
Ans. The total programme fees are INR 2,09,000 for the two-year course. For the current semester-wise payment schedule, verify at bitmesra.ac.in before enrolling.
Ques. How does the online MBA at BIT Mesra compare to the full-time on-campus MBA?
Ans. The online MBA for Working Professionals costs INR 2,09,000 versus INR 7,47,000 for the full-time on-campus programme. The online variant suits those who cannot take a career break, while the on-campus programme offers campus placements and intensive peer interaction.