Bachelor of Business Administration [BBA] + Master of Business Administration [MBA]

The 5-year Integrated BBA-MBA Programme (IPM) at the Department of Management Studies, NALSAR University of Law (DoMS NALSAR), Hyderabad is a full-time, on-campus programme designed for students after Class XII who aspire to careers in business management. The programme spans 10 semesters (5 years), with the first 3 years covering foundational disciplines including philosophy, psychology, mathematics, economics, law, and management, and the final 2 years focused on advanced management and leadership. Upon successful completion, students are awarded both the BBA and MBA degrees by NALSAR. The total programme fee for Indian nationals is approximately Rs. 22.32 lakhs (excluding mess charges), with a seat intake of 66 seats. The programme is offered in full-time, on-campus mode and is popular for its unique integration of management education with legal awareness, backed by NALSAR's A++ NAAC rating.

Admissions for the 2026-2031 batch are currently open. The last date to submit the online application form is 31st May 2026. The NMET (UG) exam is scheduled for 22nd June 2026. Candidates can also apply using their IPMAT (IIM Indore) score.

Key Points

• The programme uniquely integrates management education with law, governance, and ethics - a rare combination among IPM programmes in India.
• Students have the option of a voluntary exit after 3 years with the award of the BBA degree, provided they meet the academic requirements.
• The programme is AICTE approved and offered by a NAAC A++ rated university.
• IPM students at DoMS NALSAR have access to all electives offered to law students, significantly broadening their academic exposure.
• The campus is fully residential, located at Justice City, Shameerpet, Medchal District, Hyderabad - providing a focused learning environment.
• 30% horizontal reservation is applicable for female candidates; 5% for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PWD).

DoMS NALSAR BBA-MBA Fees

Fee Structure

• Mess charges are paid separately by students on a yearly basis, approximately Rs. 40,000 per annum (subject to upward revision).
• Total mess charges over 5 years: approximately Rs. 2,00,000.
• Hostel accommodation is mandatory for all students (fully residential campus).
• User charges include room rent, electricity, water, internet, generator, and outsourced services.
• Refundable deposits: Hostel Deposit of Rs. 10,000 (Rs. 4,000 for SC/ST), Library Deposit of Rs. 5,000, and Mess Deposit of Rs. 5,000 are all refundable at the time of leaving the university.
• Tuition fee increases by Rs. 5,000 per annum each year for Indian nationals and SAARC country students.
• All fees are subject to revision as per the decision of university bodies.
• Application fee: Rs. 2,200 for General category; Rs. 1,500 for OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PWD candidates (non-refundable).
• In exceptional circumstances, instalment-based payment can be requested in writing to the Vice-Chancellor.
• For foreign nationals: SAARC countries - USD 7,000 p.a. (Tuition) + USD 3,000 p.a. (Other Academic Fee); Non-SAARC countries - USD 10,000 p.a. (Tuition) + USD 5,000 p.a. (Other Academic Fee).

DoMS NALSAR BBA-MBA Admission 2026

DoMS NALSAR IPM Important Dates

IPMAT (IIM Indore) Dates

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have completed Class XII or equivalent from a recognised board with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST candidates), or be appearing for Class XII exams.
• A valid score in either NMET (UG) or IPMAT (IIM Indore) is mandatory for admission.
• For Telangana Resident Category seats, candidates must additionally satisfy residency requirements: studied in Telangana for 4 consecutive years or resided in Telangana for at least 4 years in the previous 7 years.

Admission Process

• Apply online at doms.nalsar.ac.in or directly at apply.nalsar.ac.in/ipm-application-form.
• Upload required documents: Class X and XII marksheets, entrance test scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID, and passport-size photograph.
• Pay the application fee online (Rs. 2,200 for General; Rs. 1,500 for OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PWD).
• Shortlisted candidates are called for a Personal Interview (PI) based on entrance exam scores.
• Final merit list is prepared with 75% weightage to entrance exam score and 25% to PI performance.
• If a candidate has appeared for both NMET (UG) and IPMAT (IIM Indore), the best score is considered.
• Separate merit lists are prepared for All India (75% seats) and Telangana Resident (25% seats) categories.

DoMS NALSAR BBA-MBA Scholarships 2026

Scholarship Details

• Scholarship amount is calculated as a percentage of Tuition Fee only (not User Charges or Mess), unless the VC exercises discretionary powers.
• Income slabs and scholarship percentages (Schedule I): Up to Rs. 3,00,000 - 100%; Rs. 3,00,001 to 4,00,000 - 85%; Rs. 4,00,001 to 5,00,000 - 60%; Rs. 5,00,001 to 6,00,000 - 45%; Rs. 6,00,001 to 7,00,000 - 30%; Rs. 7,00,001 to 8,00,000 - 20%.
• Students receiving external scholarships are also eligible for NALSAR's internal scholarship for the remaining tuition fee not covered by the external scholarship.
• Scholarship applications are typically notified before the end of the first week of July each year.
• Scholarship is adjusted against the fee and is not disbursed as cash.
• No scholarship shall be claimed as a matter of right.
• The university endeavours to allocate at least Rs. 1 crore annually for the scholarship budget.
• For renewal, continuing scholarship recipients must secure at least CGPA 6.0 (on a 10-point scale) or equivalent in the year the scholarship was awarded.

DoMS NALSAR BBA-MBA Placement 2025

Placement Statistics

Top Recruiters (2025): Deloitte USI, ADP, Wells Fargo, ICICI Prudential, Quest Global, Euromonitor International, Advance Auto Parts, Cafe Coffee Day, SeedWorks, AND Consulting, Tatva Legal, Criticalriver, Incor Group, and others.

• The above figures are interim placement statistics for the MBA 2025 batch.
• Final placement report figures may vary.
• IPM students (BBA+MBA) are placed alongside the MBA batch in their final year.

As mentioned, DOMS NALSAR offers admission to BBA + MBA program based on IPMAT rank. DOMS NALSAR IPMAT Cutoff 2024 rank is 661 for the General category. Further, IPMAT cutoff rank is 661 for SC , 660 for ST , 653 for EWS and 658 for OBCNCL category. Check DOMS NALSAR Cutoff

DOMS NALSAR BBA + MBA Cutoff Year-wise Trends

The section below shows year-wise trends in DOMS NALSAR BBA + MBA Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the DOMS NALSAR BBA + MBA program in 2024 was closed at the 661 rank across all categories.

According to an external review site Ranking 2025, DOMS NALSAR ranks 148 out of 370 colleges in India and 11th in state Telangana for its BBA + MBA program.

• 47 out of 100 under IIRF Management Ranking 2025.

Read more on DOMS NALSAR Rankings here

DoMS NALSAR BBA-MBA FAQs

Ques. Can I exit the IPM programme after 3 years with just the BBA degree, and what are the conditions?

Ans. Yes, DoMS NALSAR offers a voluntary exit option after the completion of 3 years of the IPM programme. Students who meet the academic requirements as specified by the university are awarded the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree. However, this is a voluntary exit and not automatic - students must formally apply for it. If you plan to pursue higher studies or a career immediately after 3 years, this option provides flexibility. That said, most students continue for the full 5 years to earn the MBA degree, which significantly enhances placement prospects.

Ques. Is IPMAT (IIM Indore) score accepted for admission to NALSAR IPM, or is NMET (UG) mandatory?

Ans. Both NMET (UG) and IPMAT (IIM Indore) scores are accepted for admission to the NALSAR IPM programme. You do not need to appear for both - a valid score in either exam is sufficient. If you have appeared for both, the university considers your best score. NMET (UG) is NALSAR's own entrance test conducted specifically for this programme, while IPMAT (IIM Indore) is a widely taken national-level exam. Many students who appear for IPMAT for IIM Indore simultaneously use the same score for NALSAR IPM.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation mandatory at DoMS NALSAR, and what are the living costs?

Ans. Yes, DoMS NALSAR is a fully residential campus located at Justice City, Shameerpet, Hyderabad, and hostel accommodation is mandatory for all students. The user charges (which include room rent, electricity, water, internet, generator charges, and outsourced services) amount to Rs. 1,07,000 per annum. Additionally, mess charges are approximately Rs. 40,000 per annum (subject to revision). A refundable hostel deposit of Rs. 10,000 (Rs. 4,000 for SC/ST students) is collected at the time of admission. These charges are included in the annual fee structure.

Ques. How does the placement scenario look for IPM students - are they placed separately from MBA students?

Ans. IPM students at DoMS NALSAR are placed alongside the MBA batch during their final year (Year 4 and 5). The placement pool is shared, and IPM students compete with 2-year MBA students for the same roles. As per interim placement data for the 2025 batch, the average CTC stood at Rs. 9.5 LPA and the highest CTC was Rs. 16 LPA, with 27+ companies participating. Domains include Finance, Marketing, HR, Operations, and Strategy. However, students and reviewers have noted that the placement figures are modest compared to top IIMs, and many IPM graduates use NALSAR as a launchpad to pursue MBA at top B-schools or appear for civil services.

Ques. What is the seat intake and reservation structure for the NALSAR IPM programme?

Ans. The total sanctioned intake for the NALSAR IPM programme is 66 seats for Indian nationals, with an additional 20% (13 seats) allocated for Foreign Nationals over and above the sanctioned strength. Of the 66 seats, 75% (50 seats) are for All India category candidates and 25% (16 seats) are for Resident Students of Telangana. Reservation within these categories follows: General - 33 seats, SC - 9 seats, ST - 4 seats, OBC/BC (Non-Creamy Layer) - 14 seats, EWS - 6 seats. Additionally, 30% horizontal reservation applies for female candidates and 5% for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PWD).

Ques. Is the NALSAR IPM programme worth it compared to IPM at IIMs, and what are the key differences?

Ans. NALSAR IPM is a strong option for students who want a management education deeply integrated with law, governance, and ethics - something that IIM IPM programmes do not offer to the same extent. The fee structure is significantly lower than IIM Indore or IIM Rohtak IPM programmes, making it more accessible. The campus environment is highly academic and research-oriented. However, the placement figures are lower than IIM IPM programmes, and the brand recognition in the corporate world is still growing. Students who plan to use the programme as a foundation for further studies (top MBA, civil services, or legal careers) find it highly rewarding. Those primarily focused on immediate high-paying placements may find IIM IPM programmes more suitable.