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About Master of Business Administration [MBA]
The Master of Business Administration at The Oxford College of Engineering, Bangalore, is a two-year AICTE-approved programme affiliated to Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU). The curriculum covers business strategy, marketing, finance, integrated with case studies and an industry internship. The Oxford College of Engineering holds NAAC Grade A accreditation and ranks 104 in an external review site’s 2025 MBA Colleges list. Admission is through Karnataka PGCET (MBA), KMAT Karnataka, or CMAT.
📋 Admission Status: Oxford College of Engineering MBA admissions for 2026-27 are through Karnataka PGCET (MBA) counselling by KEA. Management-quota seats are also available on KMAT Karnataka or CMAT scores. Graduates with at least 50% aggregate are eligible.
Key Points
- MBA, 2 years, Oxford College of Engineering, VTU
- Focus: business strategy, marketing
- Total fee 2 years: INR 4,90,000
- Admission via PGCET, KMAT Karnataka, or CMAT
- NAAC Grade A, NBA-accredited, Hosur Road Bengaluru campus
Oxford College of Engineering MBA Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Fee | INR 2,45,000 per year |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 4,90,000 |
- Hostel and transport charges are payable separately.
- Fees subject to revision as per AICTE/VTU norms.
- Karnataka SC/ST students may apply for state fee reimbursement.
Oxford College of Engineering MBA Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CMAT 2026 Examination | Jan 25, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Registration | Mar 23, 2026 to April 20, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 (MBA) Examination | June 14, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET 2026 Result | July 8, 2026 |
| KEA Counselling and Seat Allotment | July to August 2026 |
| Classes Commence | September 2026 |
| CMAT Registration End | October 17, 2025 |
| CMAT Exam Date | Jan 25, 2026 |
| CMAT Result | February 13, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET (MBA) Registration End | Mar 23, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET (MBA) Exam Date | June 14, 2026 |
| Karnataka PGCET (MBA) Result | July 8, 2026 |
| KMAT Karnataka Registration End | Apr 2, 2026 |
| KMAT Karnataka Exam Date | Multiple sessions |
| KMAT Karnataka Result | Session-wise |
- Register for Karnataka PGCET at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- KMAT and CMAT scores valid for management-quota admission.
- Bring original graduation documents at KEA counselling.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
- Minimum 50% aggregate required (45% for SC/ST Karnataka-domicile candidates).
- A valid Karnataka PGCET, KMAT Karnataka, or CMAT score is required.
- Final-year graduation candidates may apply provisionally pending result declaration.
Admission Process
- Qualify Karnataka PGCET (MBA), KMAT Karnataka, or CMAT.
- PGCET-qualified candidates register for KEA centralised counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
- Management-quota candidates apply directly to the college with PGCET/KMAT/CMAT scorecard.
- On seat allotment, report to the college with original graduation mark sheets, degree certificate, and entrance scorecard.
- Pay the prescribed fee and complete VTU enrolment at the Oxford College of Engineering admissions office.
✓ Opt for this if
- Graduates targeting MBA in Bengaluru at VTU NAAC A affiliated college
- Candidates seeking a highly ranked MBA programme near Hosur Road
- Students wanting strong Bengaluru industry exposure during internship
- South India candidates preferring Bengaluru over Mangalore for MBA
✗ Skip if
- Candidates seeking MBA from a top IIM or PGDM institute
- Students requiring MBA fees below INR 1 lakh per year
- Candidates targeting MBA in finance hubs like Mumbai or Delhi NCR
- Students needing a large residential campus outside Bengaluru city
Oxford College of Engineering MBA Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Karnataka SC/ST Fee Reimbursement | Full tuition reimbursement | Karnataka-domicile SC and ST students, apply via karepass.cgg.gov.in |
| Central Sector Scholarship (NSP) | Up to INR 12,000 per year | Merit-based, family income below INR 8,00,000, apply at scholarships.gov.in |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (OBC/Minority) | As per government norms | Karnataka-domicile OBC and minority candidates, apply via scholarships.gov.in |
| Education Loan (Nationalised Banks) | As per bank policy | All eligible students, contact any nationalised bank branch |
- Karnataka SC/ST students apply via karepass.cgg.gov.in.
- Central Sector Scholarship: apply at scholarships.gov.in.
- Education loan details available from the admissions office at theoxford.edu.
Oxford College of Engineering MBA FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for MBA at Oxford College of Engineering?
Ans. The total fee for MBA at The Oxford College of Engineering, Bangalore, is INR 4,90,000 for the two-year programme (INR 2,45,000 per year). Hostel and transport charges are payable separately. Karnataka SC and ST students may apply for state tuition reimbursement via karepass.cgg.gov.in.
Ques. What is the eligibility for MBA at Oxford College of Engineering?
Ans. Candidates must hold a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 50% (45% for SC/ST Karnataka-domicile candidates). A valid Karnataka PGCET, KMAT Karnataka, or CMAT score is required for 2026-27 admission. Final-year graduation candidates may apply provisionally.
Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for MBA at Oxford College of Engineering?
Ans. The Oxford College of Engineering accepts Karnataka PGCET (MBA exam June 14, 2026, conducted by KEA) for government-quota seats, and KMAT Karnataka or CMAT for management-quota seats. PGCET-qualified candidates must register for KEA centralised counselling to complete the admission process.
Ques. What are the career options after MBA from Oxford College of Engineering?
Ans. Graduates pursue roles as business analyst, operations manager, marketing manager, and management trainee. The Oxford College of Engineering’s placement cell connects graduates with companies across IT, manufacturing, banking, and services sectors in Bengaluru. Public sector management exams such as SBI PO and RBI Grade B are also popular pathways for MBA graduates from this college.
Ques. What is the admission process for MBA at Oxford College of Engineering?
Ans. Candidates must qualify Karnataka PGCET (MBA), KMAT Karnataka, or CMAT. PGCET-qualified candidates register for KEA centralised counselling at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in. On seat allotment, report to the college with original graduation mark sheets, degree certificate, and entrance scorecard, then pay the prescribed fee to complete VTU enrolment.
Ques. What scholarships are available for MBA at Oxford College of Engineering?
Ans. Karnataka SC and ST students may apply for full tuition reimbursement via karepass.cgg.gov.in. Merit-based Central Sector Scholarships are available at scholarships.gov.in for students with family income below INR 8,00,000. Post-matric scholarships are available for OBC and minority candidates. Education loans from nationalised banks cover tuition and living expenses.