Discover Profile-Based Selection
K J Somaiya Institute of Management was established in 1981 as part of Somaiya Vidyavihar (now a constituent institute of the Somaiya Vidyavihar University since August 2019) to provide state-of-the-art education in management and allied areas.
The institute is consistently ranked among India's top 25 Management Institutes and Top 10 private sector B-schools. Over the past four decades, the Institute has evolved into a leading B-school offering sector-specific and employment-oriented management programs. Apart from the regular programs, the Institute offers customized and industry-specific certificate and executive development programs for government bodies, companies, defense personnel, and NGOs.
Merit-Based: Final-year students or graduates with a minimum three-year degree programme in any discipline and at least 50% aggregate marks from an AIU/AICTE-recognised university are eligible.
Profile-Based: Final-year students or graduates with strong academic performance across 10th, 12th and Graduation, 12–42 months of paid full-time work experience after graduation and a valid entrance score are eligible.
| Parameter | Merit-Based | Profile-Based |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifying Exam | 25% | 15% |
| Personal Interview – Competency Based | 30% | 40% |
| Problem Situation Analysis (PSA) | 10% | 10% |
| Academic Profile | 15% | 15% |
| Written Ability Test (WAT) | 10% | 10% |
| Work Experience | 10% | 10% |
| Total | 100% | 100% |
Best of 2 Attempts, GMAT – Valid from January 1, 2024 to January 20, 2027, CMAT 2027
Final-year students or graduates with a minimum three-year degree programme in any discipline and at least 50% aggregate marks from an AIU/AICTE-recognised university are eligible.
Candidates appearing for the accepted entrance examinations may also apply.
| Parameter | Profile-Based |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Exam | 25% |
| Personal Interview – Competency Based | 25% |
| Problem Situation Analysis (PSA) | 10% |
| Academic Profile | 15% |
| Written Ability Test (WAT) | 10% |
| Work Experience | 10% |
| Additional Qualification | 5% |
| Total | 100% |
Best of 2 Attempts, GMAT – Valid from January 1, 2024 to January 20, 2027, CMAT 2027, MAT 2026, ATMA 2027, PERA-CET 2027, CUET 2027
Final-year students or graduates with a minimum three-year degree programme in any discipline and at least 50% aggregate marks from an AIU/AICTE-recognised university are eligible.
Candidates appearing for the accepted entrance examinations may also apply.
| Parameter | Profile-Based |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Exam | 30% |
| Personal Interview | 25% |
| Problem Situation Analysis (PSA) | 15% |
| Candidate Profile | 10% |
| Work Experience | 5% |
| Played Sports | 15% |
| Total | 100% |
Best of 2 Attempts, GMAT – Valid from January 1, 2024 to January 20, 2027, CMAT 2027
Final-year students or graduates with a minimum three-year degree programme in any discipline and at least 50% aggregate marks from an AIU/AICTE-recognised university are eligible.
Candidates appearing for the accepted entrance examinations may also apply.
| Parameter | Profile-Based |
|---|---|
| Qualifying Exam | 25% |
| Video Resume | 15% |
| Personal Interview | 40% |
| Problem Situation Analysis (PSA) | 10% |
| Academic Profile | 10% |
| Total | 100% |
The institute offers full Scholarships to 5 deserving candidates who have demonstrated academic excellence with other significant achievements in sports, arts, community service, or any other achievement as evidence of the candidate’s outstanding capability.
Years Legacy
Alumnus
Capstone Project, Rural Immersion, Master's Thesis
(International & National Faculty)
K J Somaiya Institute of Management has collaboration agreements with Top International Universities and B-Schools in 17 Countries for Opportunities like International Research, Semester Exchange, and Immersion Programmes.
(MBA Batch 2022-2024)
Being a student at K J Somaiya Institute of Management, specializing in marketing, has been a transformative journey. It has not only broadened my horizons but also finely tuned my ability to thrive in the constantly changing marketing landscape. The faculty here brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the classroom.
(MBA Batch 2022-2024)
As a Finance major student, I couldn't be more grateful to be a part of K J Somaiya Institute of Management. The plethora of knowledge we are exposed to in class by our world-class faculty, coupled with live projects that provide experiential learning provides boundless opportunities for growth.
(MBA - HCM - Batch 2022-2024)
"My time at K J Somaiya Institute of Management has been nothing short of impactful. The MBA in Healthcare Management course provided ample opportunities for networking, enabling me to connect with professionals and alumni who were instrumental in shaping my career path.
(MBA - HCM - Batch 2022-2024)
"My transformational journey from being a dentist to becoming a Human Capital Analyst at Deloitte while pursuing an MBA in Healthcare Management is nothing short of incredible. I started with little knowledge and now I am well-versed in management jargon and practices.
K J Somaiya Institute of Management lays great emphasis on holistic development of students. The Institute provides a range of opportunities outside the classroom as well - be it industry interaction, cultural activities, sports competitions, entrepreneurial pursuits, socially relevant activities, consultancy for small and medium enterprises.
