Master of Business Administration [MBA]

Jaipur National University (JNU) offers a 2-year full-time MBA across 15 specialisations at its School of Business and Management on the Jagatpura campus, Jaipur. The programme covers core management disciplines alongside sector-specific tracks including Agribusiness, Banking and Finance, Business Analytics, Digital Marketing, Fashion Design Management, Hospital and Health Care Management, and more. Total fees range from ₹2,83,000 (Fashion Design Management) to ₹4,10,200 (Dual Specialization; Hospital and Health Care Management). Admission is based on CAT, CMAT, CUET-PG, or JNU Entrance Test score, followed by a Group Discussion and Personal Interview.

JNU MBA applications for the 2026-27 session are open through June 2026. GD/PI rounds are held in June 2026 at the Jagatpura campus, with classes commencing in August 2026.

Key Points

• 15 MBA specialisations including general management, Agribusiness, Banking and Finance, Business Analytics, Digital Marketing, Fashion Design Management, Hospital and Health Care Management, HRM, IT, Logistics and Supply Chain, Pharmaceutical Management, Production and Operations, and Retail Management.
• Two-year FT programme; Dual Specialization track allows students to combine two disciplines such as Marketing+Finance or HRM+Operations within the same 4-semester structure.
• Admission accepts four entrance tests: CAT, CMAT, CUET-PG, and JNU Entrance Test (no single test is mandatory); shortlisted candidates attend a GD and PI round on campus.
• Scholarships up to 75% tuition waiver for top graduation performers; up to 50% for graduates with 75% aggregate; alumni and need-based concessions also available.
• Hostel accommodation available on campus at ₹40,000 to ₹60,000 per year (optional); hostel fees are separate from the academic fee.

JNU Jaipur MBA Fees 2026

Fee Structure

• Total includes tuition, a refundable caution deposit of ₹2,000, and other charges of ₹4,500/year; hostel (₹40,000 to ₹60,000/year) is optional and separate.
• Fees is subject to change, Please verify with the official sources before taking admission.

JNU Jaipur MBA Admission 2026

Important Dates

Entrance Exam Dates

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree of 3 or 4 years in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories).
• Valid score in CAT, CMAT, CUET-PG, or JNU Entrance Test is required for the merit list.
• Final selection based on qualifying exam aggregate, entrance test score, and GD/PI performance at the School of Business and Management.

Admission Process

• Register on the JNU Jaipur admissions portal at jnujaipur.ac.in and complete the MBA application for the chosen specialisation.
• Upload graduation mark sheet and a valid CAT, CMAT, CUET-PG, or JNU Entrance Test score; pay the application fee online.
• Shortlisted candidates attend GD and PI at the Jagatpura campus in June 2026.
• Pay the first semester fee and complete enrolment formalities to confirm the seat.

JNU Jaipur MBA Scholarships 2026

Available Scholarships

• Merit scholarships continue in the second year subject to maintaining the minimum CGPA criterion set by the school.
• Sports and need-based scholarship applications open after first semester results; alumni concession requires a valid JNU UG completion record at admission.

JNU Jaipur MBA FAQs

Ques. Is CAT mandatory for MBA admission at JNU Jaipur, or can I apply with CMAT?

Ans. CAT is not mandatory. JNU Jaipur accepts four entrance tests for MBA admission: CAT, CMAT, CUET-PG, and the JNU Entrance Test. Candidates may use whichever they have appeared for. Final shortlisting combines the qualifying test score, graduation aggregate, and GD/PI performance. Candidates who have not taken CAT or CMAT can apply through the JNU Entrance Test, which is conducted on a rolling basis from May to June 2026.

Ques. What is the difference between MBA (Dual Specialization) and a standard single-specialisation MBA at JNU Jaipur?

Ans. The MBA (Dual Specialization) at JNU allows students to complete two specialisation tracks, such as Marketing and Finance, or HRM and Operations, within the same 4-semester, 2-year programme. This results in a broader skill set and is suited for students targeting roles that span two functional areas. Fees for Dual Specialization are ₹4,10,200 compared to ₹3,64,000 for most single-specialisation tracks.

Ques. How difficult is the GD/PI round for MBA at JNU Jaipur?

Ans. JNU Jaipur’s MBA GD/PI round is held at the School of Business and Management on the Jagatpura campus. The GD typically involves a current affairs or business topic, and the PI assesses academic background, work experience if any, and motivation for the chosen specialisation. The process is structured but not excessively competitive given JNU Jaipur’s intake capacity across 15 specialisations.

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

Ans. JNU Jaipur offers on-campus hostel accommodation for PG students at ₹40,000 to ₹60,000 per year depending on room type. Hostel is optional and must be applied for separately during the admission process. Availability is subject to capacity, so students requiring hostel should apply early. The Jagatpura campus is also accessible by road from central Jaipur for students opting for off-campus accommodation.

Ques. Are there any agri-specific or sector-specific admissions criteria for niche MBA specialisations at JNU Jaipur?

Ans. For MBA (Agribusiness), graduation in agriculture, horticulture, dairy science, or allied agri sciences is preferred, though not mandatory. MBA (Fashion Design Management) is open to graduates from any discipline but suits candidates with a background in design or fashion. MBA (Hospital and Health Care Management) benefits candidates with a science or healthcare background. For all specialisations, the minimum eligibility remains a 3 or 4-year bachelor’s degree with 50% aggregate.