Master of Business Administration [MBA] (Executive)

JMI’s MBA Executive is a 2-year full-time degree offered by the Faculty of Management Studies and Research in New Delhi, designed for working professionals with at least 3 years of executive-level experience. Admission is through the JMI MBA Entrance Test and a personal interview, with 70 seats and a total fee of INR 1,23,710. The programme suits candidates seeking a central university MBA credential while continuing their management career trajectory.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Admission process underway for the 2026-27 session.

JMI MBA Executive Fees 2026

Component	Amount (INR)
Year I (Semester 1 + Semester 2)	INR 61,855
Year II (Semester 3 + Semester 4)	INR 61,855
Hostel Fee (optional)	INR 15,350/year
Total Fees (Hostel charges separate)	INR 1,23,710

• Odd semesters (1 and 3) cost INR 26,675 each and even semesters (2 and 4) cost INR 35,180 each.
• Hostel accommodation is optional and not included in the Total Fees figure above.
• Fee is payable at the start of each semester as per JMI Finance Division schedule.

JMI MBA Executive Admission 2026

Event	Date
JMI MBA Entrance Test	April 26, 2026
Entrance Test Result	June 2026
Personal Interview Round	June-July 2026
Merit List and Admissions	July 2026
Class Commencement	August 2026 (Tentative)

• The entrance test was held offline at JMI campus on April 26, 2026.
• Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview round after result declaration.
• Work experience documents must be produced in original at the interview stage.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Graduate degree in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised university
• Minimum 3 years of executive-level or managerial work experience after completing graduation
• Candidates from reserved categories require minimum 45% marks in the qualifying degree

Admission Process

• Register and apply online at admission.jmi.ac.in before the application deadline
• Download admit card and appear in the JMI MBA Entrance Test held at JMI campus
• Check result on the JMI Admission Portal after the Entrance Test result is declared
• Attend the personal interview round at FMSR with original work experience certificates and degree documents
• Check merit list standing on the admission portal after the interview round is completed
• Pay Year I fees of INR 61,855 to confirm the seat and collect the admission letter

✓ Opt for this if

• You have 3-plus years of work experience and want a full-time central university MBA
• You value JMI’s reputation and affordable fee of INR 1,23,710 for a Delhi campus degree
• You plan to shift from an executive role into a senior management or strategy function

✗ Skip if

• You are a fresh graduate without the mandatory 3 years of executive experience
• You need a branded IIM or top-ranked business school credential for corporate advancement
• You cannot commit to full-time attendance at the JMI campus for 2 years

JMI MBA Executive Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility/Schedule
Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities	Full or partial fee support	Students from notified minority communities Family income below INR 2 lakh Apply at scholarships.gov.in
Maulana Azad National Fellowship	As per UGC schedule	Minority community students enrolled in recognised PG degrees Apply through the National Scholarship Portal
Bank Education Loan	Up to INR 10 lakh	All students via SBI and other PSU banks Apply at vidyalakshmi.co.in for central schemes

• Scholarship applications open annually before the session begins on the National Scholarship Portal.
• Working professionals should check with their employer for corporate education reimbursement eligibility.

According to an external review site Ranking 2025, Jamia Millia Islamia University ranks 110 out of 372 colleges in India and 6 in state Delhi NCR for its MBA Executive Executive program.

• 28 out of 125 under NIRF Management Ranking 2025.
• 34 out of 100 under IIRF Management Ranking 2025.

Read more on Jamia Millia Islamia University Rankings here

JMI MBA Executive FAQs

Ques. What is the eligibility for JMI MBA Executive?

Ans. Candidates must hold a graduate degree in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks from a recognised university and must have at least 3 years of executive-level or managerial work experience after completing their graduation. Candidates from reserved categories require a minimum of 45% marks in the qualifying degree. Fresh graduates or candidates with fewer than 3 years of post-graduation work experience are not eligible for this programme. All eligibility is confirmed at the personal interview stage when original documents are verified.

Ques. What is the selection process for MBA Executive at JMI?

Ans. Selection is based on performance in the JMI MBA Entrance Test followed by a personal interview at the Faculty of Management Studies and Research. The entrance test for the 2026 session was held on April 26, 2026 at the JMI campus. Shortlisted candidates are called for the interview round in June-July 2026. The final merit list is drawn based on combined entrance test and interview scores. Results and merit list information are published at the JMI Admission Portal.

Ques. What is the total fee for MBA Executive at JMI and how is it paid?

Ans. The total academic fee for the 2-year MBA Executive at JMI is INR 1,23,710. Year I totals INR 61,855 covering Semester 1 (INR 26,675) and Semester 2 (INR 35,180), and Year II totals the same amount for Semester 3 and Semester 4. Fee is payable semester-wise at the start of each semester as per the JMI Finance Division schedule. Hostel accommodation is optional and charged separately. Bank education loans up to INR 10 lakh are available through PSU banks via the Vidya Lakshmi portal.

Ques. What are the career prospects after MBA Executive from JMI?

Ans. Graduates of the JMI MBA Executive programme typically move into senior management, strategy, operations, and business development roles. The central university credential from JMI is recognised by government departments and PSUs, making it suitable for candidates targeting senior public sector positions. Private sector opportunities span banking, consulting, FMCG, and technology management roles. The programme is particularly suited to candidates in the Delhi-NCR region seeking to build a managerial career with a nationally recognised full-time MBA from a minority-serving central university.

Ques. How does JMI MBA Executive differ from the regular JMI MBA?

Ans. The MBA Executive at JMI requires a minimum of 3 years of executive-level work experience and has 70 seats compared to 60 seats in the regular MBA General programme. The Executive programme costs INR 1,23,710 while the regular MBA General costs INR 53,750, reflecting the smaller intake and professional focus of the Executive track. Both programmes are offered by the same Faculty of Management Studies and Research and admitted through the JMI MBA Entrance Test. The interview stage for the Executive programme places significant weight on professional experience and leadership scenarios.

Ques. Is there any scholarship available for MBA Executive students at JMI?

Ans. Students from notified minority communities can apply for the Post-Matric Scholarship for Minorities and the Maulana Azad National Fellowship through the National Scholarship Portal. Bank education loans of up to INR 10 lakh are available through PSU banks and can be applied for via the Vidya Lakshmi portal. Working professionals admitted to this programme should additionally check with their employers for corporate tuition reimbursement or study leave policies, which many large organisations extend for accredited full-time MBA programmes at central universities.