MBA State Admission 2023: Exams, Dates, Registration Process, Application Deadline, Top Colleges 2023

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MBA state admissions are carried out based on the scores obtained in the state level MBA entrance exams. Some of the state level entrance exams are MAH MBA CET, TSICET, TANCET, etc. The selection of candidates is done on the basis of performance in the state level MBA entrance exam, followed by Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) conducted by respective colleges. 

The average course fee for any MBA specialization ranges from INR 2,00,000 – INR 30,00,000. IIMs are considered as the best educational institutes for the MBA course. MBA Admission 2023 is open in various states such as Telangana, Karnataka, Delhi, etc. Students must qualify the necessary MBA Entrance Exams to seek admission in Top MBA Colleges in India.

State Level MBA Entrance Exams

There are numerous state-level entrance exams that offer admission to the MBA course. Check the popular state-level entrance exams below.

  • APICET - APICET or Andhra Pradesh Integrated Common Entrance Test is a state-level entrance exam, conducted to select candidates for the MBA program. The exam is conducted by Sri Venkateswara University Tirupati in offline mode. Candidates must have a minimum of 50% aggregate marks at their bachelor's level to get eligible to sit for these exams. Also, there is 5% relaxation criteria for reserved category students.
  • MAH CET (MBA) - MAH CET (MBA) is also one of the most popular state-level entrance exams for admission to this program. The Maharashtra Common Entrance Test is conducted by the State Common Entrance Test Cell, Maharashtra. The eligibility of this exam states that candidates need to have a three-year bachelor's degree with at least 50% aggregate scores from either a UGC or AIU-recognized educational institute. Also, the age bar of the candidates should not go above 21.
  • KMAT - KMAT or Karnataka Management Aptitude Test is a state-level entrance exam, conducted by the Karnataka Private Post Graduate Colleges Association (KPPGCA). It is conducted either online or offline, to select candidates for the MBA program. 
  • PGCET - PGECET or Karnataka PGCET, known as Karnataka Post Graduate Common Entrance Test is conducted by Karnataka Examination Authority (KEA). The exam is conducted offline, which is a per and a paper-based test, organized to select candidates for various courses including MBA.
  • KMAT Kerala - KMAT Kerala is also a popular state-level entrance exam, conducted by the Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies. The exam is conducted twice a year for selecting candidates for the 2-year MBA program.
  • TANCET - TANCET is one of the most popular state-level entrance exams in India. The Tamil Nadu Common Entrance Test is conducted by Anna University, Chennai, for selecting candidates for various postgraduate programs including MBA.
  • UPCET - UPCET formerly known as UPSEE is arguably the most popular state-level entrance exam. The UPCET or Uttar Pradesh Combined Entrance Test is conducted by the NTA or National Testing Agency for selecting candidates for many subjects including MBA.

Entrance Exam Schedule

Check the exam schedule for different state-level entrance exams in the tabulation form below.

Exams Registration Date Exam Dates
APICET May 2023 June 2023
MAH MBA CET February 2023 March 18-19, 2023
KMAT May 2023 July 2023
Karnataka PGCET May 2023 July 2023
KMAT Kerala January 09 – 18, 2023 February 19, 2023
TSICET April 2023 August 2023
UPCET April 2023 June 2023

Entrance Exam Syllabus

Check out the syllabus for MBA state level entrance exams in the tabulation form below.

Analytical Ability
Problem Solving Date, Time and Arrangement Problems
Data Sufficiency Sequences and Series
Venn Diagrams Data Analysis
Reasoning Coding and Decoding Problems
Data Interpretation -
Mathematical Ability
Rational Numbers Mensuration
Surds Profit-Loss and Percentages
Time, distance and work problems Powers and Exponents
Ratio and Proportion Partnership
LCM and GDC Relations and Functions
Modular Arithmetic Areas and Volumes
Sets-Tautologies Statements and Truth Tables
Points and Lines Polynomials
Trigonometry Linear equations and expressions
Binomial Theorem Coordinate Geometry
Progressions Matrices and Determinants
Mean, Median and Mode Limits and Derivatives
Correlations Probability
Deviations -
Communication Ability
Business and Computer terminology Day-to-day Communication
Vocabulary Functional Grammar
Drawing Comprehension Reading Comprehension

MBA State Admission 2023: Important Dates

Check the important dates for the MBA state level entrance exams in the table below.

State Admissions Entrance Exams Registration Dates
Maharashtra MBA Admission MAH MBA CET Check Here!
Telangana MBA Admission TSICET Check Here!
Kerala MBA Admission KMAT Kerala Check Here!
Karnataka MBA Admission KMAT, Karnataka PGCET Check Here!
UP MBA Admission UPCET Check Here!

MBA State Admission 2023: Top MBA Colleges

MBA State Admissions: Preparation Tips

Here are the tips that will land you at your desired college.

  • Prepare for the entrance exam ahead of time. Solve Mock tests.
  • Prepare for the quantitative, logical, and verbal sections whilst also identifying your weak areas and working on them until you have a firm grasp on them.
  • Choose appropriate books to read and stick to them. Do not waste your time and energy reading unnecessary information. 
  • Select just a few books with great quality.
  • On a daily basis, read the newspaper and current affairs magazines.
  • To improve your speaking abilities for GD and PI Watch news programs hosted by news anchors with a clear tone and a strong presentation.
  • Communicate with seniors or friends who have graduated from the best MBA College and make a list of the most important aspects of their experiences.

MBA State Admissions: FAQs

Ques. How do I get admission for an MBA in Osmania University?

Ans. You need to appear for the TS ICET entrance exam. Osmania University admissions are done based on your performance in the entrance exam. Also, reservations do affect your admission into OU. So, consider securing a rank below 500 if you belong to the unreserved category.

Ques. What is the admission process for state-level colleges?

Ans. After appearing for the exam and securing a good rank, candidates should undergo counseling followed by document verification and selecting the desired colleges. If you are eligible, you can get admitted to your desired college.

Ques. Which colleges accept TANCET scores?

Ans. TANCET is a state-level entrance exam conducted by authorities of Tamil Nadu. Candidates can pursue MBA in the colleges/universities in TN. Some of the TANCET accepting colleges are the University of Madras, Chepauk; Thiagarajar School of Management, Madurai; St. Joseph’s Institute of Management, Thirichirapalli, SSN School of Management, Chennai.

Ques. What are the top AP ICET scores accepting colleges?

Ans. List of colleges accepting AP ICET is as follows, Andhra Loyola College, Vijayawada; Gayatri Vidya Parishad College for Degree and PG courses, Visakhapatnam; Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur; Andhra University College of Arts and Commerce, Visakhapatnam, Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam, Tirupati.

Ques. Can I take admission in Telangana for MBA with AP ICET?

Ans. Some of the colleges in Telangana also accept AP ICET entrance exam scores. The colleges are Vishwa Bharathi College of Engineering, Hyderabad; SR University, Warangal; SNIST Ghatkesar.

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