Institute of Management, Nirma University : Admission 2026

Admissions for 2025 at the Institute of Management, Nirma University (IMNU) are now open for various Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Integrated and Doctoral programs. For MBA and MBA-HRM courses, candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate marks and appear for the CAT entrance exam, followed by a Theme Development & Presentation and Personal Interview. Selection is based on a composite score including CAT performance, academic background, and work experience. 

For the integrated BBA-MBA program, admission is based on IPMAT scores and a personal interview. IMNU offers a wide range of specialisations such as Finance, Marketing, Operations, Digital Transformation & Analytics, and International Business. 

Nirma University admission for the integrated program, like BBA-MBA and BBA (Hons), is based on the candidates' academic performance and personal interview. Students must have completed Class 12 from a recognised board with at least 60% marks. 

The PhD program offers multiple specialisations in management, and the selection process depends on several entrance exams such as UGC NET, JRF, GATE, and CEED. Candidates who want to pursue the PhD program must have a master's degree with at least 55% marks from a recognised university. 

Institute of Management Nirma University Important Dates

Candidates who want to take Nirma University admission into the management courses must meet the eligibility criteria, which vary depending on the programs. The detailed information about the eligibility criteria is mentioned below:

MBA & MBA (Human Resource Management)

• Requires a 3-year bachelor's degree from a recognised university.

• Students must secure a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

• Selection is based on the CAT exam score, Theme Development & Presentation, and Personal Interview.

Integrated BBA-MBA (5-Year Program)

• Students must have passed Class 12 with at least 60% aggregate marks with English as a mandatory subject.

• Admission based on IPMAT 2025 scores (conducted by IIM Indore)

• Followed by Personal Interview (PI)

• Gujarat State Category selection: Class 12 performance + PI

Executive Diploma Programs

• Requires: 3-year bachelor’s degree, and 2 years of work experience

• Admission based on academic performance, Work experience and Personal Interview (PI).

PhD in Management

• Master’s degree with at least 55% marks or a 4-year bachelor’s degree with 75% marks.

• University’s entrance test or valid scores in UGC-NET, JRF, CSIR, GATE, or GPAT.

• Final selection is based on the entrance test performance, and viva-voce interview.

Institute of Management, Nirma University UG (BBA Hons.)Admission 2026

Institute of Management, Nirma University has announced that it is accepting applications for its BBA (Honours) Undergraduate program for the academic year 2025. 

Candidates applying under the All India Category need to have completed their Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) or an equivalent examination with at least 60% aggregate marks and must sit for the Integrated Program in Management Aptitude Test (IPMAT) organized by IIM Indore. The selection procedure will assess IPMAT results, personal interview performance, and academic history. The application process is fully online and the tuition fee is INR 3,50,000 per year. 

Institute of Management, Nirma University PG Admission 2026

Institute of Management, Nirma University has opened its postgraduate admissions for 2025, offering programs such as MBA and MBA in Human Resource Management (HRM). 

Candidates seeking admission must hold a three-year bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate marks and a valid CAT and GATE score. Final-year undergraduate students are also eligible to apply. 

The selection process includes performance in the CAT and GATE exam, followed by a Personal Interview and a Theme Development & Presentation  round. For the MBA in Family Business and Entrepreneurship, the institute conducts its own entrance test. The tuition fee for general and SAARC countries is INR 6,40,000 per year for MBA-HRM. 

For the integrated programs like BBA-MBA & BBA (Hons), the annual tuition fee is INR 3,50,000. Interested applicants can apply online through the official website of the Institute of Management, Nirma University. The tuition fee is INR 46,000 for the Executive Diploma Programs, while the registration fee is INR 1,000 for EDP. 

Institute of Management, Nirma University MBA Admission 2026

Institute of Management, Nirma University has commenced its MBA admissions for the 2025–27 batch, offering two-year full-time residential programs in MBA and MBA-Human Resource Management (HRM). Applicants must hold a three-year bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate marks and appear for the CAT entrance exams. In addition to the CAT application, candidates must apply separately to the institute.

The selection process includes shortlisting based on CAT scores, followed by a Theme Development & Presentation (TDP) and a Personal Interview (PI). Final selection is based on a composite score that considers CAT performance, academic background, work experience, and interview rounds. The total intake for the MBA program is 300, and 30 seats are for the MBA-HRM, including categories such as General, NRI Sponsored, and Gujarat State Quota. 

The admission application fee is INR 1,500, while for the NRI Sponsored category is INR 4,500 for MBA and MBA-HRM. The tuition fee for the MBA and MBA-HRM program is INR 6,40,000 for the General and SAARC Countries.

Institute of Management, Nirma University PhD Admissions 2026

Institute of Management, Nirma University has opened applications for its PhD program. This program is designed to research in areas such as Economics, Marketing, Strategy, and Organizational Behaviour, the program is available in full-time formats. 

Candidates must hold a master’s degree with at least 55% marks or a four-year bachelor’s degree with 75% marks to be eligible. Admission involves a written entrance test scheduled for full-time applicants followed by a presentation and personal interview. 

Applicants who have qualified UGC-NET (including JRF), CSIR-NET, GATE, or GPAT are exempt from the entrance test. The program includes mandatory coursework, research paper publications, and conference presentations before thesis submission. Interested candidates must apply online and pay a non-refundable fee. The tuition fee for the PhD program is INR 40,000 per annum, and the one time registration fee is INR 5,000. 

Institute of Management, Nirma University Integrated Program Admissions 2026

Institute of Management, Nirma University is inviting applications for its Integrated BBA-MBA and BBA (Hons) program for the 2025 academic year. This five-year dual-degree course is designed for students who have completed Class 12 and aspire to pursue a career in Management. Admission is based on performance in the IPMAT entrance exam, conducted by IIM Indore, followed by a Personal Interview. 

To be eligible for admission, candidates must have scored at least 60% in Class 12. The program offers specializations in Marketing, Finance, Human Resource Management, and Business Analytics. Interested students can apply online through the institute’s official website. The annual tuition fee for students across India is INR 3,50,000, and the admission application fee for the BBA-MBA and BBA (Hons) programs is INR 1,500.

The application form for Nirma University admission for the 2025 academic year is available online through the institute’s official website. Candidates applying to programs such as MBA, MBA-HRM, Integrated BBA-MBA, and PhD must fill out the form separately for each program, along with the respective entrance exams like CAT, IPMAT, or the institute’s own test. 

The application process requires candidates to register using a valid email ID and mobile number, which will be used for all future communication. Applicants must provide accurate academic and personal details, upload necessary documents, and pay a non-refundable application fee INR 1,500 for Indian candidates. 

Steps to apply

• Candidates must visit the official website of IMNU.

• Click on the online application link.

• Register and fill in the required details (Personal, Educational, and Extracurricular).

• Upload important scanned documents.

• Pay the required application fee through online mode (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking)

• Check the application form and then submit it. 

Required Documents

• 10th and 12th Marksheets and Certificates.

• Bachelor’s Degree and Certificate. 

• Master’s Degree and Certificate (for PhD.)

• Valid ID like Aadhar Card, PAN Card, etc.

• Entrance exam Scorecards, such as GATE, CAT, GMAT, IPMAT, etc.

• Category Certificate.

• Scanned Photograph and Signature.