About Bachelor of Business Administration [BBA]
Regional College of Management (RCM) Bhubaneswar offers BBA, a 3-year full-time programme in business administration and management. RCM holds NAAC A accreditation and is ranked 8th among private B-Schools in Odisha by IIRF 2025. Admission is merit-based on 10+2 performance, with a minimum of 45% aggregate required. Total fees for the programme are INR 3,43,000, and the college serves as a strong feeder institution for MBA with established industry partnerships across Odisha.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement expected August 2026 (Tentative).
RCM BBA Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Programme Fees (3 years) | INR 3,43,000 |
| Hostel Charges (optional, per year) | INR 36,000 to INR 60,000 |
| Total Fees (3 years, excl. hostel) | INR 3,43,000 |
- Hostel accommodation is optional and charges are excluded from total fees.
- Fee payment accepted via demand draft, net banking, or debit/credit card.
RCM BBA Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application for Admission Opens | March 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last Date to Apply | July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- BBA admission at RCM is merit-based with no national entrance exam required.
- Candidates should check the official RCM website for confirmed application dates.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- 10+2 from a recognized board with minimum 45% aggregate marks
- Students from Science, Commerce, and Arts streams are all eligible for BBA admission
- Commerce stream students with business and economics subjects have an advantage in core subjects
- Reserved category students receive a 5% relaxation in the minimum qualifying marks requirement
- No upper age limit has been specified by the college for BBA admission
Admission Process
- Visit the RCM Bhubaneswar official website and fill the online BBA application form
- Submit 10+2 marksheets, school leaving certificate, and identity documents
- Merit list is prepared based on 10+2 aggregate percentage across all streams
- Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification at the campus
- Pay tuition fees and complete the enrollment formalities to confirm the BBA seat
✓ Opt for this if
- Seeking a NAAC A accredited BBA in Bhubaneswar
- Planning to pursue MBA at RCM after completing BBA
- Want management education without any entrance exam requirement
- Interested in early business exposure through campus placement drives
- Looking for merit scholarship support based on Class 12 performance
✗ Skip if
- Expecting high BBA-specific placements with packages above INR 5 LPA
- Targeting a top national BBA programme like IIM IPM or NMIMS
- Prefer a BBA with international internships or exchange programmes
- Looking for a programme in a metro city like Mumbai or Delhi
RCM BBA Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Merit Scholarship (UG) | Partial tuition waiver | Minimum 65% or 90%+ in Class 12 |
| Reserved Category Concession | 5% relaxation in qualifying marks | SC/ST/OBC students |
| Odisha State Government Scholarship | As per government norms | Odisha domicile students meeting income criteria |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | INR 10,000 to INR 20,000 per year | Students with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs |
- Merit scholarships are based on Class 12 final examination scores.
- Government scholarship applications are submitted through the NSP portal.
- 187 out of 281 under India Today Management Ranking 2022.
- 97 out of 235 under The Week Management Ranking 2024.
- 117 out of 122 under IIRF Management Ranking 2025.
Read more on RCM Bhubaneswar Rankings here
RCM BBA FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for BBA at RCM Bhubaneswar?
Ans. The total fees for the 3-year BBA programme at RCM Bhubaneswar are INR 3,43,000 for the full course duration, excluding hostel. Hostel accommodation is optional and is charged separately at INR 36,000 to INR 60,000 per year depending on the type of room. Fee payment is accepted through demand draft, net banking, and debit/credit cards. Students should confirm the current fee structure with the admissions office before enrolling.
Ques. Is there an entrance exam for BBA admission at RCM Bhubaneswar?
Ans. No, BBA admission at RCM Bhubaneswar does not require a national or university-level entrance exam. Admission is purely merit-based on 10+2 aggregate percentage. Candidates from any stream, including Science, Commerce, and Arts, can apply by filling the online application form on the RCM official website. The merit list is prepared based on Class 12 board marks, and shortlisted students are called for document verification.
Ques. What is the eligibility for BBA at RCM Bhubaneswar?
Ans. Candidates must have passed 10+2 from a recognized board with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks. Students from all streams, including Science, Commerce, and Arts, are eligible. Commerce stream students with Economics and Business Studies have an advantage in management subjects, but it is not a mandatory requirement. Reserved category students receive a 5% relaxation in qualifying marks under RCM’s admission norms.
Ques. What career options are available after BBA from RCM Bhubaneswar?
Ans. BBA graduates from RCM can pursue entry-level roles in sales, marketing, human resources, banking, and retail management. Companies like Kotak Mahindra Bank, ICICI Bank, Reliance Industries, Zomato, and Allianz have participated in campus placement drives. Graduates may also pursue MBA at RCM itself, or appear for bank PO and SSC CGL exams for government sector opportunities after BBA.
Ques. What scholarships are available for BBA students at RCM Bhubaneswar?
Ans. RCM offers merit-based scholarships for UG students who scored 65% or above in Class 12 board exams, with higher awards for those who scored above 90%. SC/ST/OBC students receive a 5% relaxation in qualifying marks for scholarship eligibility. Government schemes like the Central Sector Scholarship on the NSP portal are available for Odisha-domicile students from families with annual income below INR 4.5 Lakhs.
Ques. Can BBA students from RCM directly pursue MBA at the same college?
Ans. Yes, BBA graduates from RCM Bhubaneswar can pursue MBA at the same campus after completing their 3-year programme. The transition provides familiarity with faculty, campus infrastructure, and the corporate connections that RCM has built. For MBA admission, students must appear in OJEE, CAT, CMAT, or XAT and meet the graduation eligibility criteria. This BBA-MBA pathway at RCM is a popular choice among students in Odisha.