Master of Business Administration [MBA]

GCRG Group of Institutions, Lucknow, offers a two-year Master of Business Administration programme affiliated with Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University and approved by AICTE. The programme has an intake of 54 seats and covers strategic management, marketing, finance, human resources, and operations management. Total programme fees are INR 1,50,000. Admission is based on CMAT or MAT scores and UPTAC counselling conducted by AKTU.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Counselling began July 2026.

GCRG MBA Fees 2026

• Total Fees represent tuition for the complete two-year programme excluding hostel.
• Hostel accommodation available at GCRG campus at additional and optional cost.
• Fee paid each semester as per the AKTU academic schedule for the session.

GCRG MBA Admission 2026

• CMAT and MAT scores are accepted for AKTU MBA counselling through the UPTAC portal.
• Candidates must register on the UPTAC portal and fill college preferences during the counselling window.
• Candidates with CAT scores may also be considered as per AKTU counselling norms for the current cycle.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Passed any bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent in all subjects.
• Reserved category candidates from Uttar Pradesh require a minimum of 45 percent in the qualifying graduation examination.
• Valid CMAT or MAT score required for UPTAC registration and MBA counselling for AKTU-affiliated colleges.
• Final year graduation students who have appeared in the qualifying examination may apply provisionally.

Admission Process

• Appear in CMAT or MAT and obtain a valid score for the current admission cycle.
• Register on the UPTAC portal at uptac.samarth.edu.in during the counselling registration window using CMAT or MAT score.
• Fill preference of management colleges including GCRG during the choice-filling phase based on entrance score and category.
• Receive provisional seat allotment and report to GCRG with original graduation mark sheets, entrance scorecard, and documents.
• Pay the first semester fee and complete the enrolment process to confirm the MBA seat for the academic session.

✓ Opt for this if

• You want an AICTE-approved MBA from an AKTU affiliate in Lucknow at low total fees.
• You have a CMAT or MAT score and want to secure an MBA seat through UPTAC counselling.
• You plan to build a management career in Uttar Pradesh or nearby states after MBA.
• You prefer a smaller batch size of 54 seats for more individual faculty attention.

✗ Skip if

• You are targeting top-tier MBA placements with packages above 8 LPA from campus drives.
• You prefer an MBA from a NIRF-ranked or IIM-associated management institution.
• You need strong alumni networks across FMCG, consulting, or finance sectors for career placement.

GCRG MBA Scholarships 2026

• Government scholarships applied through scholarships.gov.in before the annual deadline.
• Institutional scholarships confirmed at admission based on entrance score and graduation performance.

GCRG MBA FAQs

Ques. Is GCRG MBA approved by AICTE and affiliated with AKTU?

Ans. Yes, the MBA programme at GCRG Group of Institutions, Lucknow, is approved by AICTE and affiliated with Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University. The degree is awarded by AKTU and is valid for government and private sector employment, PhD admission, and further academic pursuits. AICTE approval also ensures eligibility for government scholarships and fee-reimbursement schemes.

Ques. What is the total fee for MBA at GCRG Lucknow?

Ans. The total tuition fee for the two-year MBA programme at GCRG is INR 1,50,000, payable at INR 75,000 per year as per the AKTU semester schedule. Hostel charges are additional and optional. Students may also apply for UP Post-Matric Scholarship or NSP schemes to partially reduce the tuition burden.

Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for MBA admission at GCRG Lucknow?

Ans. CMAT and MAT scores are the primary accepted examinations for MBA admission at AKTU-affiliated colleges including GCRG. CMAT 2026 was held on January 25, 2026 with results declared on February 13, 2026. CAT scores may also be considered as per AKTU UPTAC counselling norms. Candidates must register on the UPTAC portal using their entrance score.

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for MBA at GCRG Group of Institutions?

Ans. Candidates must have passed any bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent. Reserved category candidates from Uttar Pradesh require 45 percent in the qualifying degree. Final year graduation students who are awaiting results may also apply provisionally through UPTAC counselling subject to submitting the final mark sheets before reporting.

Ques. What specialisations are available in MBA at GCRG Lucknow?

Ans. The AKTU-affiliated MBA programme at GCRG typically offers specialisations in Marketing, Finance, Human Resource Management, and Operations as per the AKTU prescribed curriculum. Students select their specialisation electives in the second year of the programme. The curriculum follows AKTU guidelines and is updated periodically to align with current industry and management practices.

Ques. What career options are available after MBA from GCRG?

Ans. MBA graduates from GCRG can pursue careers in marketing, sales management, banking, retail operations, HR management, supply chain management, and entrepreneurship. Many graduates also appear for government management cadre exams through UPSC, SSC, and IBPS PO. The AKTU MBA degree opens opportunities in Uttar Pradesh government departments and central PSUs that accept AICTE-approved management degrees.