The revised MBA Programme Structure 2025 aligns with Choice Based Credit System
(CBCS) and Outcomes
Based Education (OBE) to ensure greater academic flexibility, learner-centric
approaches, and enhanced
educational outcomes.
This curriculum seeks to create capable, socially accountable, and
future-oriented business leaders
through the promotion of critical thinking, innovativeness, ethical
decision-making, and good
communication. It offers a balanced blend of core knowledge, functional
knowledge, and industry-specific
skills that equip graduates to cope with unfolding challenges and opportunities
in various sectors.
Duration
4 years (full time)
Eligibility
UGC-recognized bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST)
Selection
Personal Interview
Start Date
August / December
Foundation courses are preparatory programs designed to equip students with the academic skills and knowledge needed for basic understanding of a particular course. With an aim to establish a common foundation in key areas such as Business Analytics, Accounting, and Technology, SBUP offers various bridge courses.
Value Added Courses are skill-enhancing programs offered by SBUP alongside regular academic curricula to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry requirements, improving students' employability and practical knowledge. The domain specific value added courses will be offered based on current trends and practices of industry.
The Controller of Examination along with Academics Department prepare the CCE Plan for all the semesters. The CCE parameters are listed below:
| Group 1 | Group 2 | Group 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Mid Term Examinations | Business Simulations | Project Evaluation |
| Quiz | Online Certification Courses | Case Study Assessment |
| Business Model Development | Presentation | Practical Assignment |
| Viva Voce |
A combination of above components would form the basis of Comprehensive Concurrent Evaluation for courses.
The common application form for all the four management institutes of Sri Balaji
University, Pune, can be submitted online with an application fee of INR 1000/-
and in case a student plans to opt for SBEST then the additional fee of 490/-
will be charged.
However, appearing for SBEST in not mandatory for the candidates those who have
valid CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/MAH-CET scores
Applicant Registers Online
Applicant Starts Application,
Selects GD/PI Centre of Choice
Applicant Fee Paid Successfully
Applicant Received Registration Number
Candidate Receives Admit Card –
10 days Prior to GD/PI
Candidate Attends GD/PI at chosen Centre*
Result Processing
Result Announced
We accept management examination test scores such as
CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/MAH-CET/ATMA test scores. However, as management examination
test scores are issued to the students, any student who has appeared for the
management examination test examinations can apply for our courses. Thus, all
the four Management institutes will accept management examination test scores.
However, the management examination test and scores will be equalized and
validated to the CAT score value and that will only be counted for the purpose
of the merit list. It is not necessary that these scores should be attached to
the Application form at this stage. These scores sheets can be dispatched so as
to reach us latest by 28th May 2026. Anyone having any objection to the same,
need not apply. We do not believe in any cut-off points as we give only 35% of
the weightage for the entrance examination while making the merit list.
In case the applicant do not have an Entrance Examination Score / Not appeared
for Entrance examination or would like to improve their scores mentioned above
can opt for Sri Balaji Entrance and Screening Test
(SBEST).
We accept management examination test scores such as
CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/MAH-CET/ATMA test scores. However, as management examination
test scores are issued to the students, any student who has appeared for the
management examination test examinations can apply for our courses. Thus, all
the four Management institutes will accept management examination test scores.
However, the management examination test and scores will be equalized and
validated to the CAT score value and that will only be counted for the purpose
of the merit list. It is not necessary that these scores should be attached to
the Application form at this stage. These scores sheets can be dispatched so as
to reach us latest by 28th May 2026. Anyone having any objection to the same,
need not apply. We do not believe in any cut-off points as we give only 35% of
the weightage for the entrance examination while making the merit list.
In case the applicant do not have an Entrance Examination Score / Not appeared
for Entrance examination or would like to improve their scores mentioned above
can opt for Sri Balaji Entrance and Screening Test
(SBEST).
This expert panel interview will carry 30% of the weightage. This panel will assess the candidates on various parameters including the suitability of the candidate for a particular specialization. The panel will also give the opportunity to the applicants to add or delete course options.
Sri Balaji Entrance Screening Test (SBEST) is an entrance exam conducted by Sri
Balaji University, Pune (SBUP). The entrance exam is optional.
If you’re looking to strengthen your application or haven’t taken any national-level
entrance exams, SBEST is your gateway to a golden opportunity. With a nominal fee of
₹490, SBEST opens doors to our rich legacy of education through our MBA and Law
degree programs, at both UG & PG levels. Step forward, take the test, and let your
journey to success begin!
**(SBEST is only for MBA and Law degree programs
aspirants and not for other degree courses)
| Section | Questions | Right Answer | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Reasoning | 25 | 1 | 25 |
| Quantitative, Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency | 20 | 1 | 20 |
| General English: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Ability | 15 | 1 | 15 |
| Total | 60 | – | 60 |
Embark on a transformative journey with Sri Balaji University, Pune’s (SBUP’s) GD &
PI Center, a pivotal step in your pursuit of an MBA.
Located in the vibrant city of Pune, India, this center is a gateway to excellence,
offering a dynamic platform for aspiring professionals. Here, candidates engage in
Group Discussions and Personal Interviews, crucial components of the selection
process, scheduled across various cities from January to March 2025. Experience a
unique blend of academic rigor and practical insights, shaping the future leaders of
tomorrow.
Candidates who fulfill the qualitative requirements will be called for the Group Discussions by experts. This will be for a duration of 30-45 minutes per group. This may include role play, case studies, and extempore speech and GD. 35% of the weightage in the merit list will be given to the GD process. Therefore, the GD process may extend to the second day although all efforts will be made to complete the process in one day. This is an elimination round.
Our expert panel conducts personal interview. This panel will assess the candidates
on various parameters including the suitability of the candidate for a particular
specialization. The panel will also give the opportunity to the applicants to add or
delete course options.
Please refer below for SBUP’s GD & PI Centres
| Centre Code | Centres | GD & PI Process Date(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | Chennai | - |
| 9 | Delhi | - |
| 12 | Hyderabad | - |
| 13 | Indore | - |
| 14 | Jaipur | - |
| 17 | Kolkata | - |
| 20 | Mumbai | - |
| 21 | Nagpur | - |
| 23 | Pune | - |
| 24 | Raipur | - |
All 3 Credit and some 2 Credit courses will have 50% internal component and 50% component as external [University] examination. All 1 and 6 Credit and some 2 credit Course will have Internal component for evaluation.
The total weightage (100%) for some subject is equally divided (50/50) between
Internals and End Term Examinations and some subjects are totally evaluated by
internal component. Students are expected to obtain a minimum of 40% of marks in the
internals and the End Term Examinations individually to be considered as pass in the
particular subject. Sri Balaji University, Pune follows grading system for awarding
grade and grade points to students. It follows 10-point grade scale, SGPA and CGPA
are calculated as the weighted average of grade point multiplied by the credits for
the courses.
The system of evaluation will be as follows: For each course, the score of internal
assessment and the End term examinations will be added together and then converted
into a grade and grade point average. A student shall be said to have earned the
credits for the course if he/she earns minimum of 40% marks in internals and End
term examinations separately. Grade point less than 4.00 will be treated as grade F
(fail). Results will be declared for each semester and the final grade-sheet will
give total grades and grade point
Master of Business Administration will be awarded at the end of semester IV examination by taking into consideration the performance of all semester examinations after obtaining minimum 4 CGPA out of 10 CGPA.
| Semester | Course Type | No. of Courses | Credits | Total Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Generic Core | 2 | 3 | 6 |
| I | Generic Core | 7 | 2 | 14 |
| I | Generic Core | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| I | Generic Core | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| I | Generic Core | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| I | Generic Core | 2(4) | 2 | 4 |
| Total | 16(18) | 30 | ||
| II | Generic Core | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| II | Generic Core | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| II | Generic Core | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| II | Generic Core | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| II | Specialization Core | 4 | 2 | 8 |
| II | Generic Elective | 1* | 4 | 4 |
| II | Generic Elective | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| II | Generic Elective | 1(5) | 2 | 2 |
| II | Specialization Core | 2(6) | 2 | 4 |
| Total | 15(22) | 30 | ||
| III | Generic Core | 1 | 6 | 6 |
| III | Generic Core | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| III | Generic Core | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| III | Specialization Core | 5 | 2 | 10 |
| III | Generic Core | 1(4) | 2 | 2 |
| III | Specialization Core | 4(6) | 2 | 8 |
| Total | 14(19) | 30 | ||
| IV | Generic Core | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| IV | Generic Core | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| IV | Specialization Core | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| Total | 7 | 16 | ||
| Total | 52(66) | 107 | ||
Note: The figures within the brackets represent the total number of subjects offered in that category, while the figures provided outside the brackets indicate the number of courses a student is required to opt for.
* In case a student does not opt for the 4-credit course in semester I, he/she can choose two additional 2-credit courses. Accordingly, the total number of courses for such students will increase by 1 (i.e., to 16).
| Legends | ||
|---|---|---|
| GC: Generic Core | SC: Specialization Core | GE: Generic Elective |
| SE: Specialization Elective | CGPA: Cumulative Grade Point Average | SGPA: Semester Grade Point Average |
| Catalogue Code | Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Specialization (Marketing / Finance / Operations & Supply Chain Management / Data Science & Business Analytics/ Digital Marketing & Business Analytics/ Product Management & Business Analytics) | Internal | External | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | |||||||
| Generic Core | |||||||
| 08PGGM004 | MBA25001 | Business Statistics | 3 | ALL | 75 | 75 | 150 |
| 08PGFM019 | MBA25002 | Management Accounting | 3 | ALL | 75 | 75 | 150 |
| 08PGGM048 | MBA25004 | Microeconomics | 2 | ALL | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGOM002 | MBA25005 | Operations Management | 2 | ALL | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGHR029 | MBA25006 | Organisational Behaviour | 2 | ALL | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGGM015 | MBA25007 | Business Research Methods | 2 | ALL | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGMM001 | MBA25008 | Marketing Management | 2 | ALL | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGGM052 | MBA25009 | Principles & Practices of Entrepreneurship | 2 | ALL | 100 | 0 | 100 |
| 08PGHR042 | MBA25010 | Fundamentals of HRM | 2 | ALL | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGGM050 | MBA25015 | Indian Knowledge System | 1 | ALL | 50 | 0 | 50 |
| 08PGGM051 | MBA25016 | Project Based Learning | 1 | ALL | 25 | 25 | 50 |
| 08PGGM049 | MBA25017 | Holistic Development – Health & Wellness | 0 | ALL | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 22 | 625 | 475 | 1100 | |||
| Specialization Core | |||||||
| 08PGMM020 | MBA25018 | Sales & Distribution Management | 2 | Marketing | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGMM021 | MBA25019 | Consumer Behaviour | 2 | Marketing | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGFM048 | MBA25020 | Financial Markets | 2 | Finance | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGFM049 | MBA25021 | Financial Statement Analysis | 2 | Finance | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGOM032 | MBA25022 | Supply Chain Management | 2 | Operations & SCM | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGOM018 | MBA25023 | Operations Research | 2 | Operations & SCM | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGBA119 | MBA25024 | Programming for Managers | 2 | DS & BA / DM / PM & BA | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGBA120 | MBA25025 | Introduction to Digital Marketing | 2 | DM & BA | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGBA121 | MBA25026 | Business Information System | 2 | DS & BA / PM & BA | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| Total | 4 | 100 | 100 | 200 | |||
| Generic Elective (Select any 2 from 4) | |||||||
| 08PGBA122 | MBA25027 | Business Modelling using Spreadsheet | 2 | ALL | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGGM001 | MBA25028 | Business Communication | 2 | ALL | 100 | 0 | 100 |
| 08PGGM053 | MBA25029 | Business, Government & Society | 2 | ALL | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| 08PGGM054 | MBA25030 | Management Concepts & Applications | 2 | ALL | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| Total | 200 | ||||||
Batch 2024 – 2026 data.
| First Year (2026–27) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sr. No | Particulars | Amount in INR | Last Date for Payment of Fees |
| 1 | Academic Fees – 1st Installment | 50,000 | within 7 days from date of Declaration of Result |
| 2 | Academic Fees – 2nd Installment | Chennai | 08-May-2026 |
| 3 | Academic Fees – 3rd Installment | Chennai | 08-July-2026 |
| 4 | Academic Fees – 4th Installment | Chennai | 08-Sep-2026 |
| 5 | Refundable Caution Deposit | Chennai | - |
| Second Year (2027–28) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sr. No | Particulars | Amount in INR | Last Date for Payment of Fees |
| 6 | Academic Fees – 5th Installment | 6,30,000 | 08-July-2027 |
| Total Fees | 12,85,000 | ||
| 7 | Hostel Fees* (Optional) | 1,20,000 | |
* Please note that hostel seats will be booked/allotted on First come -
First Serve
basis.
Note: The students are required to pay the fees on or before the
stipulated date. A
late fee of Rs.100/- per day will be applicable on 3rd, 4th, 5th, and
6th installments for the first 30 days and thereafter Rs.250/- per day.
| Sr. No | % of refund of fees* | Point of time when notice of withdrawal of admission is received in the Schools of the University |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100%** | 15 days or more before the formally-notified Commencement of Courses. |
| 2 | 90% | Less than 15 days before the formally notified Commencement of Courses. |
| 3 | 80% | 15 days or less after the formally-notified Commencement of Courses. |
| 4 | 50% | 30 days or less, but more than 15 days, after formally-notified Commencement of Courses. |
| 5 | 00% | More than 30 days after formally-notified Commencement of Courses. |
* Caution money or security deposit, which are not part of the fees chargeable, shall be refunded in full. ** In case of (1) in the table above, the entire fee after the deduction of processing fee of not more than Rs. 1000/- shall be refunded to the student by the University/concerned Institution.
At Sri Balaji University, Pune, we believe in empowering students through accessible and quality education. Our scholarship programs are designed to reward academic excellence, encourage diversity, and provide financial assistance to deserving students. Explore the various scholarships offered by SBUP to support your educational journey.
Note : The CGPA conversion into percentage for 10th , 12th and graduation marks should be uploaded / submitted by the student along with supporting documents of respective Board / University.
This scholarship is only for the wards of JCOs and other ranks serving/retired from the Indian Army. Complete academic fee for a total of 8 students (4 boys and 4 girls) will be waived off by SBUP.
The Director-General of Artillery, Delhi has sent an official notification to all HQs of various Artillery Centers – HQ Southern command, HQ South-Western command, HQ Eastern command, HQ Western command, HQ Northern command and HQ Central command announcing the scholarship.
Selection Process:
The eligible candidates’ parents must obtain a recommendation letter
from their respective HQ and submit the same to the institute along
with application. If there are many applications, merit will be the
criteria for selecting the top 8 students.
Number of Scholarships: 08 (1 boy and 1 girl from each management institute of SBUP)
Fee Structure:
Complete academic fee is waived off under this scholarship.
The following documents to be uploaded/submitted:
All programs run under the aegis of the Sri Balaji University are specially approved
for education loan from Propelld , Tata Capital , Punjab
National Bank , Axis
Bank , Bank Of Baroda , IDFC First Bank , Credenc , AVANSE , Bank Of
Maharashtra , Credila . Sri Balaji University, Pune has signed MoUs with
these
banks. An education loan can be availed from any of the mentioned banks/NBFCs.
However, students have the liberty to approach any other bank as per their
convenience.
Sri Balaji University, Pune has signed MoUs with these banks. An education loan can
be availed from any of the mentioned banks/NBFCs. However, students have the liberty
to approach any other bank as per their convenience.
Sri Balaji University, Pune (SBUP)
S. No. 55/2-7, Tathawade, Off Mumbai–
Bangalore Bypass,
Pune – 411033, Maharashtra, India
Monday to Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Feel free to call or email us with your queries. We are here to support you throughout your journey to SBUP!
Sri Balaji University, Pune (SBUP)
S. No. 55/2-7, Tathawade, Off Mumbai–
Bangalore Bypass,
Pune – 411033, Maharashtra, India
Monday to Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Feel free to call or email us with your queries. We are here to support you throughout your journey to SBUP!
Overview of all programs, facilities, achievements, and campus life.
We believe that a college campus is a place where life’s great journeys are planned. At Sri Balaji University, Pune, campus infrastructure is built to give maximum facilities to our students. SBUP campus is well-equipped with state-of-the-art facilities that not only give a sense of comfort but also create a positive learning environment. We are passionate about youth and always strive to keep our students connected by having a vibrant campus life. Our rich and diverse campus life enables students to take part in a range of cultural, sports, and social activities. Undisputedly, Sri Balaji University, Pune Campus is one of the best B-school campuses in Pune.
We believe that a college campus is a place where life’s great journeys are planned. At Sri Balaji University, Pune, campus infrastructure is built to give maximum facilities to our students. SBUP campus is well-equipped with state-of-the-art facilities that not only give a sense of comfort but also create a positive learning environment. We are passionate about youth and always strive to keep our students connected by having a vibrant campus life. Our rich and diverse campus life enables students to take part in a range of cultural, sports, and social activities. Undisputedly, Sri Balaji University, Pune Campus is one of the best B-school campuses in Pune.
