Master of Business Administration [MBA]

The 2-year full-time MBA programme at the Department of Management Studies (DoMS), NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad is a residential, on-campus postgraduate management programme that uniquely blends management education with legal awareness. The programme spans 4 semesters over 2 years, with the first year covering foundational courses in General Management, Marketing, HR, Finance, Operations, Strategic Management, Data Analytics, and Law, and the second year offering a wide range of electives including Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, AI and Data Science, Business Ethics, and Cyber-Security. The total programme fee for Indian nationals is approximately Rs. 8.54 lakh (excluding mess charges), with a seat intake of 132 seats. Admission is based on CAT, XAT, GMAT, or NMET (PG) scores, followed by SOP, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview. The programme is AICTE approved and offered by a NAAC A++ rated university, making it a sought-after option for students seeking management education with a strong legal and governance foundation.

Admissions for the 2026-2028 batch are currently open. The last date to submit the online application form is 20th May 2026. The NMET (PG) exam and GD/SOP/PI are scheduled for 24th May 2026. The merit list declaration date is yet to be announced.

Key Points

• The programme integrates management education with law, governance, and ethics - a distinctive feature not commonly found in other MBA programmes.
• Second-year electives include cutting-edge areas such as AI and Data Science, Cyber-Security, Sustainability, and Entrepreneurship.
• The programme includes Industry Relevant Credit Courses (IRCC) conducted by practitioners, providing real-world business exposure.
• Domain-specific annual summits such as Abhigyaan (Marketing) and Samarthya (HR) connect students with industry professionals.
• The campus is fully residential at Justice City, Shameerpet, Hyderabad, with mandatory hostel accommodation.
• BBA-MBA (IPM) students completing their third year are directly admitted to the MBA programme; remaining vacant seats are filled through this MBA admission notification.

DoMS NALSAR MBA Fees

Fee Structure

• Mess charges are paid separately, approximately Rs. 40,000 per annum (subject to upward revision). Total mess charges over 2 years: approximately Rs. 80,000.
• 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 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; Rs. 5,000 for Foreign National candidates (all non-refundable).
• 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 MBA Admission 2026

DoMS NALSAR MBA Important Dates

Entrance Exam Dates

• GMAT scores are also accepted. Candidates with CAT/XAT percentile below 70, or GMAT score of 600 or below, must additionally appear for NMET (PG). Foreign nationals are not required to appear for any entrance test and may apply directly to NALSAR.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognised university. Final-year graduation students may also apply.
• A valid score in CAT, XAT, GMAT, or NMET (PG) is mandatory.
• For Telangana Resident Category seats, candidates must have 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 apply.nalsar.ac.in/asm-form by uploading required documents and paying the application fee.
• Upload required documents: Class X, XII, and graduation marksheets/degree certificate, entrance test scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID, and passport-size photograph.
• Shortlisted candidates based on entrance exam scores are called for Group Discussion (GD), Statement of Purpose (SOP) submission, and Personal Interview (PI).
• Final merit list is prepared with the following weightage: Entrance Exam (CAT/XAT/GMAT/NMET) - 50%, SOP - 10%, GD - 20%, PI - 20%.
• Candidates with CAT/XAT percentile below 70 or GMAT score of 600 or below must appear for NMET (PG).
• Separate merit lists are prepared for All India (75% seats) and Telangana Resident (25% seats) categories.

DoMS NALSAR 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 academic year.
• Scholarship is adjusted against the fee and is not disbursed as cash.
• 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 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.

Source: DoMS NALSAR Final Placement Report 2025 (doms.nalsar.ac.in/placement-report/)

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 MBA program.

• 47 out of 100 under IIRF Management Ranking 2025.

Read more on DOMS NALSAR Rankings here

DoMS NALSAR MBA FAQs

Ques. Is CAT mandatory for admission to the NALSAR MBA, or are other exams also accepted?

Ans. CAT is not the only accepted exam. NALSAR accepts CAT, XAT, GMAT, and its own NMET (PG) for MBA admissions. However, if your CAT or XAT percentile is below 70, or your GMAT score is 600 or below, you will be required to additionally appear for NMET (PG). NMET (PG) is an online proctored test conducted by NALSAR itself, covering Language Ability and Logical Reasoning (30%), Data Interpretation and Quantitative Ability (40%), and Business Aptitude (30%). For 2026, NMET (PG) is scheduled for 24th May 2026.

Ques. What is the selection process for NALSAR MBA, and how much weightage is given to the entrance exam vs. interview?

Ans. The selection process at NALSAR MBA involves four components: Entrance Exam (CAT/XAT/GMAT/NMET-PG) with 50% weightage, Group Discussion (GD) with 20% weightage, Personal Interview (PI) with 20% weightage, and Statement of Purpose (SOP) with 10% weightage. Shortlisted candidates based on entrance exam scores are called for GD and PI. This means that even if your entrance exam score is moderate, a strong performance in GD, PI, and SOP can significantly improve your chances of selection.

Ques. What makes the NALSAR MBA different from other MBA programmes in India?

Ans. The NALSAR MBA stands out for its deep integration of management education with legal studies. Students study contract law and other law courses alongside core management subjects, which is unique among Indian B-schools. The programme also includes Industry Relevant Credit Courses (IRCC) conducted by practitioners, annual domain summits (Abhigyaan for Marketing, Samarthya for HR), and electives in emerging areas like AI and Data Science, Cyber-Security, and Sustainability. The campus is located within the NALSAR University of Law ecosystem, giving MBA students access to a rich legal and academic environment.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation mandatory, and what are the total living expenses for the 2-year MBA?

Ans. Yes, the NALSAR campus is fully residential and hostel accommodation is mandatory for all MBA students. The user charges (room rent, electricity, water, internet, generator, and outsourced services) amount to Rs. 1,07,000 per annum, which is included in the annual fee. Mess charges are paid separately at approximately Rs. 40,000 per annum (subject to revision). Refundable deposits of Rs. 20,000 (Hostel Rs. 10,000 + Library Rs. 5,000 + Mess Rs. 5,000) are collected at admission for General category students. Total mess cost over 2 years is approximately Rs. 80,000, in addition to the user charges already included in the fee.

Ques. How are seats distributed between All India and Telangana Resident categories, and what is the total intake?

Ans. The total sanctioned intake for the NALSAR MBA is 132 seats for Indian nationals, with an additional 26 seats for Foreign Nationals over and above the sanctioned strength. Of the 132 seats, 75% (99 seats) are for All India candidates and 25% (33 seats) are for Resident Students of Telangana. Category-wise distribution: General - 64 seats, SC - 19 seats, ST - 8 seats, OBC/BC (Non-Creamy Layer) - 28 seats, EWS - 13 seats. Additionally, 30% horizontal reservation (39 seats) applies for female candidates and 5% (6 seats) for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PWD).

Ques. What are the placement outcomes for NALSAR MBA, and what kind of roles do students get?

Ans. The 2025 MBA batch at DoMS NALSAR saw 27+ companies participate in placements, with an interim average CTC of Rs. 9.5 LPA and highest CTC of Rs. 16 LPA (as of January 2025). Students were placed in roles across Finance, Marketing, HR, Operations, and Strategy. Key recruiters included Deloitte USI, Wells Fargo, ICICI Prudential, Quest Global, and Euromonitor International. It is worth noting that these are interim figures and the final placement report may reflect different numbers. Students and alumni have noted that while the placement figures are modest compared to top-tier IIMs, NALSAR MBA is valued for its legal-management integration and is a strong option for roles at the intersection of law and business.