Master of Business Administration [MBA]
Fees
Fees at Sir M Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology for the Bachelor of Engineering [BE] (Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning) program vary significantly based on the mode of admission. For students admitted through the KCET, the annual tuition fee is approximately Rs. 97,000, while COMED-K students pay around Rs. 2,42,870 annually. The fee structure for management quota students ranges from Rs. 2 lakh to Rs. 5 lakh per annum. Students under the SNQ quota pay Rs.
35,000 per year, whereas those belonging to the SC category benefit from a substantially reduced fee of Rs. 750 annually. The institution does not directly offer scholarships, but the SSP scholarship is available for students with an annual family income less than Rs. 1 lakh. Additional expenses include hostel fees, which are Rs. 73,000 for vegetarians and Rs. 75,000 for non-vegetarians, with slightly higher fees for boys' hostels at Rs.
77,000 and Rs. 80,000, respectively, depending on the meal plan. A refundable damage fee of Rs. 20,000 is also applicable.
About Master of Business Administration [MBA]
Sir M Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology (Sir MVIT), Bangalore, offers MBA across 7 specializations as a two-year, full-time programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, and approved by AICTE. Specializations include Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Business Analytics, and dual-specialization tracks combining Marketing, Finance, and HRM. Fees are uniform at INR 3,00,000 for the full programme. Admission is through K. PGCET, KMAT, CMAT, or CAT scores.
The K. PGCET 2026 MBA exam is scheduled for June 14, 2026. Management quota interviews at Sir MVIT are currently open; apply at sirmvit.edu. K. PGCET results are expected by July 8, 2026, after which KEA MBA Counselling is expected in August 2026.
Key Points
- Three dual-specialization tracks (Marketing and Finance, Marketing and HRM, Finance and HRM) allow students to build cross-functional management profiles within a single MBA degree.
- Business Analytics is the programme’s STEM-oriented track, suited for engineering graduates moving into data-driven management roles without switching to a pure tech career.
- Open eligibility for graduates from any discipline including engineering, sciences, and arts; no prior management or commerce background is required for admission.
Sir MVIT MBA Fees 2026
All seven MBA specializations at Sir MVIT carry a uniform total fee of INR 3,00,000 for the two-year programme (INR 1,50,000 per year, 2025-26 norms). Government quota (K. PGCET) fees are regulated and lower; management quota fees follow the official Sir MVIT fee notice.
| Course | Total Fees (2 Years) |
|---|---|
| MBA Business Analytics | INR 3,00,000 |
| MBA Finance | INR 3,00,000 |
| MBA Finance and Human Resource Management | INR 3,00,000 |
| MBA Human Resource Management | INR 3,00,000 |
| MBA Marketing | INR 3,00,000 |
| MBA Marketing and Finance | INR 3,00,000 |
| MBA Marketing and Human Resource Management | INR 3,00,000 |
- K. PGCET quota fees are government-regulated and lower than management quota fees.
- Hostel and mess charges are separate from the listed fees.
- Fees subject to change; verify with official sources before admission.
Sir MVIT MBA Admission 2026
Admission to all MBA specializations is through K. PGCET (MBA) via KEA counselling for government quota seats, or through KMAT, CMAT, or CAT scores followed by a Sir MVIT management quota interview. Government quota seats are centrally allotted; management quota seats are filled directly by Sir MVIT after government rounds.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CMAT 2026 Exam | Was held on January 25, 2026 |
| KMAT 2026 Session 2 Exam | Was held on May 31, 2026 |
| K. PGCET Registration | Closed on April 8, 2026 |
| K. PGCET MBA Exam | Scheduled for June 14, 2026 |
| KMAT Session 2 Result | Expected June 18, 2026 |
| K. PGCET Result | Expected by July 8, 2026 |
| KEA MBA Counselling | Expected in August 2026; check kea.kar.nic.in |
| Sir MVIT Management Quota Interviews | Currently open; apply at sirmvit.edu |
| Classes Commence | September 2026 |
- PGCET quota: register for KEA MBA counselling at kea.kar.nic.in after results.
- Management quota: apply at sirmvit.edu and attend the institute interview.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 50 percent marks (45 percent for Karnataka SC/ST/Category-1 candidates).
- A valid score in K. PGCET (MBA), KMAT, CMAT, or CAT is required; management quota candidates also attend a Sir MVIT interview.
- Final-year graduation students may apply provisionally, subject to meeting eligibility before admission.
Admission Process
- Obtain a valid score in K. PGCET MBA, KMAT, CMAT, or CAT.
- Karnataka residents (PGCET quota): register for KEA MBA counselling at kea.kar.nic.in after results and add Sir MVIT to the preference list.
- Management quota: apply at sirmvit.edu, submit graduation mark sheets and entrance scorecard, and attend the Sir MVIT interview.
- Upon selection, pay the first-year fee and complete enrolment at Sir MVIT admissions office before the September 2026 commencement.
✓ Opt for this if
- You are a Karnataka graduate seeking an affordable VTU MBA seat in Bangalore via K. PGCET
- You are an engineering graduate targeting a data-driven management role via the Business Analytics track
- You want dual-specialization flexibility without enrolling in two separate programmes
- Low total fees at INR 3,00,000 matter given your financial planning
✗ Skip if
- You need a Tier 1 MBA brand for top consulting, investment banking, or FMCG roles
- You need pan-India or international campus placements beyond Karnataka
- You require published placement data before committing; no placement statistics are currently available
Sir MVIT MBA Scholarships 2026
Sir MVIT MBA students can access Karnataka government PG scholarships, AICTE Pragati scholarships for female students, and central merit-based schemes through the National Scholarship Portal. A merit-based fee concession is available for outstanding academic or sports achievers.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka Government PG Scholarship | As per government norms | SC/ST/OBC/Minority Karnataka students; apply via state scholarship portal |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Up to INR 50,000 per year | Female students; family income below INR 8,00,000 per year |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 20,000 per year | Meritorious PG students; family income below INR 8,00,000; apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| Merit-based Fee Concession | As per institute norms | Outstanding academic merit or sports achievement; contact Sir MVIT admissions office |
- AICTE Pragati: apply via the AICTE portal each October after joining.
- Central Sector Scholarship: apply at scholarships.gov.in in August after admission.
Sir MVIT MBA FAQs
Ques. Can I still apply to Sir MVIT MBA management quota if I missed K. PGCET?
Ans. Yes. Management quota at Sir MVIT does not require K. PGCET. A valid KMAT, CMAT, or CAT score is accepted, and the admission process involves an institute-level interview at Sir MVIT rather than KEA counselling. Management quota applications are currently open at sirmvit.edu; apply and attend the interview to be considered for the 2026-27 batch.
Ques. What is the difference between MBA Finance and MBA Finance plus HRM at Sir MVIT?
Ans. MBA Finance at Sir MVIT specializes in corporate finance, investment analysis, and financial markets. MBA Finance and HRM is a dual-specialization track that combines the core finance curriculum with human resource management subjects such as talent acquisition, performance management, and organizational behaviour. Choose Finance if you want a focused financial career; choose Finance and HRM if you want to keep management versatility open alongside finance.
Ques. Does the Business Analytics MBA at Sir MVIT accept candidates from engineering backgrounds?
Ans. Yes. VTU’s MBA eligibility is open to graduates from any discipline including engineering and sciences, with a minimum of 50 percent marks. The Business Analytics specialization is especially suited for engineering graduates who want to move into data-driven management roles, combining analytics tools with business strategy without shifting entirely into a pure technology career.
Ques. Does Sir MVIT MBA have a compulsory summer internship?
Ans. VTU MBA programmes include a summer internship between the first and second year and a final-semester project as part of the standard curriculum. For Sir MVIT-specific internship requirements and tie-ups, contact the MBA department at sirmvit.edu directly.
Ques. How does KMAT Session 2 result help for Sir MVIT MBA management quota?
Ans. A valid KMAT score qualifies you for management quota at Sir MVIT. The KMAT Session 2 result is expected by June 18, 2026. Apply at sirmvit.edu with your KMAT scorecard and attend the management quota interview. KMAT, CMAT, and CAT are all accepted; the interview and academic record also form part of the selection criteria.