Master of Business Administration [MBA]

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Galgotias Institute of Management and Technology (GIMT), Greater Noida, is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, and approved by AICTE. The programme offers specialisations in Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Operations, and Information Technology, equipping students with industry-relevant management skills. With a total seat intake of 180 students, the programme is competitively priced at Rs. 1,09,603 per year (tuition), making it one of the more affordable MBA options in the Greater Noida region. Admission is primarily through CUET PG scores followed by UPTAC/AKTU counselling. The programme is popular for its strong industry connections, active placement cell, and proximity to the Delhi-NCR corporate hub.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are currently open. CUET PG 2026 has already been conducted (March 6-12, 2026), and UPTAC/AKTU counselling for MBA is expected to commence in June-July 2026. Candidates who have appeared in CUET PG 2026 should register for UPTAC counselling as soon as the schedule is announced on uptac.admissions.nic.in. Management quota seats are also available directly through the college admission portal at admissions.galgotiacollege.edu.

Key Points

• GIMT is located in Knowledge Park-II, Greater Noida, offering excellent connectivity to Delhi-NCR corporate offices and business hubs.
• The MBA programme is AICTE-approved and affiliated to AKTU, one of the largest technical universities in India.
• Total approved intake is 180 seats, with 15% (27 seats) reserved under management quota.
• The programme offers 5 specialisations: Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Operations, and Information Technology.
• The college has an active placement cell with recruiters from BFSI, FMCG, logistics, consulting, and technology sectors.

GIMT MBA Fees

Component-wise Fee Structure (Per Year - Session 2026-27, Official Fee Structure)

Boys Hostel (In-Campus, Per Annum)

Girls Hostel (In-Campus, Per Annum)

• Mess charges are included in the hostel fee.
• Security Deposit of Rs. 5,000 is refundable after successful completion of the course.
• Tuition fees are subject to revision by the Fee Fixation and Regulation of Admission Committee, Lucknow / Appellate Authority, UP / Hon'ble High Court / Supreme Court.
• Hostel and mess fees are subject to revision every year.
• Candidates allotted seats through AKTU counselling (UPTAC) must deposit fees after deducting the confirmation fee already paid during counselling.
• Separate Demand Drafts (DDs) are required for academic and hostel fees, payable in favour of Galgotias Institute of Management and Technology at New Delhi / Noida / Greater Noida.
• No formal EMI facility is offered; fees are paid annually.

Additional Charges (Paid directly to AKTU)

• Exam and Enrollment Fees: Rs. 7,500 per year (paid directly to AKTU as and when demanded; subject to change by university order)

GIMT MBA Admission 2026

College and Counselling Admission Dates - 2026-27

Accepted Entrance Exam Dates

• CUET PG is the primary and mandatory exam for AKTU-affiliated MBA admissions through UPTAC counselling.
• CAT, CMAT, and MAT scores may be considered for management quota / direct admission seats.

Source: Official GIMT website (galgotiacollege.edu), UPTAC portal (uptac.admissions.nic.in), NTA CUET PG portal

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed a Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration from any recognised university.
• Minimum 50% marks in the qualifying examination (45% for SC/ST category candidates).
• Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying examination are also eligible to apply provisionally.

Admission Process

• Appear in CUET PG 2026 (primary exam for AKTU-affiliated MBA admissions).
• Register for UPTAC / AKTU counselling on uptac.admissions.nic.in once the schedule is announced (expected June-July 2026).
• Fill in college and course preferences during choice filling.
• Seat allotment is done based on CUET PG rank and category.
• Report to GIMT with original documents and pay the fees to confirm admission.
• For management quota seats, apply directly at admissions.galgotiacollege.edu; selection is based on CUET PG rank or qualifying exam merit (50% minimum).

GIMT MBA Scholarships 2026

Scholarships

• AICTE Pragati and Saksham scholarships are among the most significant scholarships available for MBA students at GIMT; applications typically open in August-September each year.
• SC/ST students must apply through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) with Aadhaar-linked bank accounts.
• UP state scholarship applications are made through scholarship.up.gov.in; deadlines are typically in October-November each year.
• Students are advised to check the respective portals for updated deadlines for the 2026-27 academic year.

GIMT MBA Placement 2026

GIMT MBA Placement Statistics - 2025 Passout Batch

Top Recruiters (MBA - 2025 Batch)

Source: Official GIMT Placement Data 2024-25 (galgotiacollege.edu)

• 75 out of 122 under IIRF Management Ranking 2025.

Read more on Galgotias Institute of Management and Technology Greater Noida Rankings here

GIMT MBA FAQs

Ques. Is CUET PG mandatory for MBA admission at GIMT, or can I get admission directly?

Ans. CUET PG is the primary route for admission to GIMT's MBA programme through UPTAC/AKTU counselling, which covers the majority of seats (approximately 85%). However, management quota seats (about 27 out of 180) are available for direct admission. For management quota, preference is first given to CUET PG qualified candidates, and thereafter to candidates who have passed their qualifying degree with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). Direct applications can be submitted at admissions.galgotiacollege.edu.

Ques. What MBA specialisations are available at GIMT, and which is the most popular?

Ans. GIMT offers MBA specialisations in Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Operations Management, and Information Technology. Based on placement data, Marketing and Finance are the most popular specialisations, with recruiters from BFSI (HDFC Life, ICICI Prudential, Federal Bank), FMCG (D-Mart), and consulting (EY, KPMG, S and P Global) actively hiring from these streams. Students interested in supply chain and logistics can also benefit from the Operations specialisation, given recruiters like Delhivery.

Ques. How does GIMT compare to other MBA colleges in Greater Noida in terms of fees and placements?

Ans. GIMT's MBA fee of Rs. 1,09,603 per year (tuition) is regulated by the UP Fee Fixation Committee, making it one of the more affordable AICTE-approved MBA programmes in Greater Noida. The average placement package of Rs. 5.8 LPA and highest package of Rs. 13 LPA are competitive for a college in this fee bracket. Students looking for a cost-effective MBA in the NCR region with decent placement support often consider GIMT alongside other AKTU-affiliated colleges in Greater Noida.

Ques. What is the hostel situation at GIMT for MBA students?

Ans. GIMT has in-campus hostels for both boys and girls. The boys' hostel offers 2-seater, 3-seater, and 4-seater rooms in both AC and Non-AC variants, with fees ranging from Rs. 95,000 to Rs. 1,71,000 per year (including mess). The girls' hostel offers 3-seater AC and Non-AC rooms at Rs. 1,71,000 and Rs. 1,60,000 per year respectively. Mess charges are included in the hostel fee. Students are advised to apply for hostel accommodation early as seats are limited.

Ques. Can I get admission to GIMT MBA with a CAT score, or is only CUET PG accepted?

Ans. For AKTU counselling (UPTAC), only CUET PG scores are accepted. However, for management quota and vacant seats, GIMT also considers candidates based on their qualifying degree merit (50% minimum). CAT, CMAT, and MAT scores may be considered informally for management quota admissions, but the official eligibility criterion for direct/management quota seats is based on qualifying exam marks, not necessarily a specific entrance exam score. Students with strong CAT/CMAT scores should contact the admissions office directly to explore options.

Ques. What documents are required at the time of GIMT MBA admission, and when should I report?

Ans. At the time of reporting to GIMT after UPTAC seat allotment, students must carry: original mark sheets of 10th, 12th, and graduation; CUET PG scorecard; UPTAC allotment letter; category certificate (if applicable); migration and transfer certificate; passport-size photographs; Aadhaar card; and the fee payment receipt. Candidates allotted through UPTAC must deduct the confirmation fee already paid during counselling from the total fee payable at the institute. Reporting is typically in July-August; students should monitor the official GIMT website and UPTAC portal for exact dates.