Fees
Fees at IBS for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program include various components such as academic, hostel, and other associated fees. The academic fee is INR 15,00,000 for the duration of the program. The hostel and mess fees vary, with a single sharing and common washroom option costing INR 50,000 per semester. Additionally, there is a fee of INR 5,000 for books. The overall fee for the 2022- 2024 batch was INR 19,03,000, covering all costs including accommodation, as the program is residential.
The total program fee of INR 20 lakh can be paid in five installments, which encompasses tuition, hostel, and mess charges. Scholarships are available based on performance in the IBSAT exam and students' GPA scores, with notable scholarships of up to INR 2 lakh for high achievers. While the fee structure remains consistent within each batch, tuition fees might vary between different admission years.
About Master of Business Administration [MBA]
IBS Hyderabad offers a 2-year full-time MBA program admitted through IBSAT, with CAT, GMAT, NMAT, and XAT scores also accepted. The total program fee for the 2026-28 batch is INR 17.01 Lakhs, delivered on a fully residential campus. Ranked 46th by NIRF 2025 among management institutes, IBS Hyderabad is known for its case-based learning approach and strong BFSI and consulting sector placements.
📋 Admission Status: Admission open for 2027 batch. IBSAT 2026 applications are open from July 1, 2026 till December 2026.
Key Points
- Finance track features 30+ electives including FinTech and Investment Banking
- Mandatory Summer Internship Program between Semesters II and III
- Healthcare Management and Economics specialization tracks available
- Marketing offers 20+ electives including Digital Marketing and Brand Management
IBS Hyderabad MBA Fees 2027
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Program Fee (2-year) | INR 17,01,000 |
| Caution Deposit (Refundable) | INR 10,000 |
| Hostel (Optional) | Separate charges applicable |
| Total Fees | INR 17,01,000 |
- INR 10,000 caution deposit refundable on course completion.
- Students have to pay Rs. 4000 as Convocation Fee with the 5th Installment of Fee.
- On-campus hostel charges billed separately from program fee.
IBS Hyderabad MBA Admission 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Period | 1 July 2026 - 3rd Week of December 2026 (Tentative) |
| IBSAT 2026 Exam | December 2026 |
| IBSAT 2026 Result | 1st Week of January 2027 (Tentative) |
| Selection Briefings | 2nd-4th Week of January 2027 (Tentative) |
| Selection Process (Micro Presentation & Personal Interview) | 2nd-3rd Week of February 2027 at IBS Hyderabad Campus (Tentative) |
- Candidates with CAT, GMAT, NMAT, or XAT scores may skip IBSAT registration.
- Selection Briefings were conducted at 70+ locations across India.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks from a recognised university.
- Minimum 15 years of formal education following the 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 structure.
- Valid score in IBSAT, CAT, GMAT, NMAT, or XAT is required for admission.
- Final-year graduation students may apply on a provisional basis.
Admission Process
- Register on the IBS website and appear for IBSAT or submit a valid CAT/GMAT/NMAT/XAT score.
- Qualify the IBSAT cutoff to receive a shortlisting call from IBS Hyderabad.
- Attend a Selection Briefing at any of the 70+ designated locations across India.
- Appear for Micro-Presentation and Personal Interview at the IBS Hyderabad campus.
- Merit list released based on IBSAT score, MP-PI performance, and academic record.
- Pay the admission fee and complete registration to confirm the seat.
✓ Opt for this if
- Case-based MBA learning style suits your study approach.
- Targeting BFSI, consulting, or FMCG roles through campus placements.
- Comfortable with residential campus life in Hyderabad.
- Open to IBSAT or CAT/GMAT/NMAT scores as admission routes.
- INR 17 Lakhs two-year program cost fits your MBA budget.
✗ Skip if
- Targeting top-20 CAT-ranked MBA programs for premium brand recognition.
- Overall average placement package below INR 10 LPA does not meet expectations.
- Semester-abroad or global exchange components are a requirement.
- Part-time or online MBA delivery format is preferred.
IBS Hyderabad MBA Placement
IBS Hyderabad 2026 placement data has not been released yet. Here is the tabulated placement data of Class of 2025:
| Particulars | Placements |
|---|---|
| Average Package | INR 9.82 LPA |
| Highest Domestic Package | INR 21 LPA |
| Placement Rate | 93% |
| Recruiters Participated | 161+ |
| Top Recruiting Sector | Financial Services (22%) |
| Top 10% Average Package | INR 13.70 LPA |
| Top 25% Average Package | INR 11.76 LPA |
IBS Hyderabad MBA Scholarships
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| IBSAT Merit Scholarship | INR 2 Lakhs | Top IBSAT performers applying for MBA |
| IBS Alumni Ward Scholarship | INR 2 Lakhs | Children of IBS alumni applying for MBA |
| Defence Personnel Scholarship | INR 2 Lakhs | Wards of serving or retired defence personnel |
| Differently-Abled Scholarship | INR 2 Lakhs | Candidates with physical disabilities |
- Total scholarship pool of INR 10 Crores for 500 students in the 2026-28 batch.
- Each scholarship adjusted equally across first and second term installments.
- Scholarship applicable only against program fee, not hostel or other charges.
IBS Hyderabad offers admission to MBA program based on CAT percentile. IBS Hyderabad CAT Cutoff 2024 is 85 percentile for the all the categories. While the CAT 2025 cutoff has not been released yet, candidates can refer to the CAT cutoff in 2024 as a benchmark.
| Catgories | Cutoff percentile 2024 |
|---|---|
| General | 85 |
| OBC | 85 |
| SC | 85 |
| ST | 85 |
| EWS | 85 |
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, IBS Hyderabad ranks 101 out of 370 colleges in India for its MBA program.
- 13 out of 122 under IIRF Management Ranking 2025.
- 22 out of 275 under India Today Management Ranking 2024.
- 46 out of 235 under The Week Management Ranking 2024.
- 6 out of 100 under The Times Of India Management Ranking 2024.
Read more on IBS Hyderabad Rankings here
IBS Hyderabad MBA FAQs
Ques. Does IBS Hyderabad award an MBA degree or only a PGPM certificate?
Ans. IBS Hyderabad awards a full MBA degree affiliated to IFHE (ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education), a deemed-to-be university. Other IBS campuses such as Mumbai and Pune offer PGPM, which is treated as equivalent but is not a UGC-recognised MBA degree. Students specifically seeking an MBA degree should apply to the Hyderabad campus.
Ques. What IBSAT score is typically needed for IBS Hyderabad MBA admission?
Ans. IBS Hyderabad does not publish a fixed cutoff. Final selection for the 2026-28 batch was based on a composite of IBSAT score, Micro-Presentation, Personal Interview, and past academic record. Candidates with consistent academic performance and a strong MP-PI showing had higher selection outcomes.
Ques. Can students apply to IBS Hyderabad MBA using a CAT or GMAT score?
Ans. Yes. IBS Hyderabad accepts valid scores from CAT, GMAT, NMAT, and XAT as alternatives to IBSAT. All shortlisted candidates, regardless of the entrance exam used, are required to attend the Micro-Presentation and Personal Interview conducted at the Hyderabad campus.
Ques. What are the top sectors and recruiters in IBS Hyderabad placements?
Ans. Financial Services led campus placements for the 2024-25 batch with 24% of total offers. Top recruiters included Amazon, Deloitte, ITC, Wipro, Zomato, Oracle, PwC, and Vedanta. The highest domestic package was INR 21 LPA and the overall average package was INR 9.82 LPA.
Ques. What scholarships are available for IBS Hyderabad MBA students?
Ans. IBS Hyderabad offers a scholarship pool of INR 10 Crores for the 2026-28 batch, covering 500 scholarships of INR 2 Lakhs each. Categories include top IBSAT performers, children of IBS alumni, wards of defence personnel, and differently-abled candidates. Each scholarship is adjusted against the program fee across two installments.
Ques. Is on-campus hostel accommodation mandatory at IBS Hyderabad?
Ans. IBS Hyderabad operates as a fully residential campus and on-campus hostel accommodation is available to all MBA students. Hostel charges are billed separately and are not included in the quoted program fee of INR 17,01,000. Students should contact the admissions office for current hostel tariff details before confirming admission.