KJ Somaiya Institute of Management conducts admission for the MBA 2027-29 batch, the MBA Executive programme, and specialized MBA options such as Healthcare Management and Sports Management. Admission is handled by the institute through its merit-based process, with no central counselling authority. For the 2026-28 batch, the flagship MBA fee was INR 23,87,500, while the Executive MBA reference fee is INR 12,37,800.

Shortlisted students have to take the Written Ability Test, Problem Situation Analysis, and Personal Interview rounds. The institute does not offer management quota admission and warns students not to trust agents who claim another route.

Admission update:

  • MBA 2027-29 batch applications open during October to November 2026. The last date to apply is January 20, 2027. The target entrance test is CAT 2026, scheduled on November 29, 2026.
  • The specialized MBA programmes in HCM, SM, and MC follow the same application period as the flagship MBA. Their deadline is January 20, 2027.
  • Executive MBA admission runs on a separate schedule. Students should contact KJSIM admissions for 2027 batch details.
  • The flagship MBA 2027-29 batch has 600 seats along with supernumerary seats.
  • Healthcare Management, Sports Management, and Marketing Communications have 30 seats each.
  • The final composite score is based on Entrance Score 25%, Personal Interview 30%, Problem Situation Analysis 10%, Written Ability Test 10%, Academics 15%, and Work Experience 10%.
  • Profile-based shortlisting is open to students with 12 to 42 months of work experience and a strong academic record.
  • GMAT scores are accepted if valid from January 1, 2024 to January 20, 2027.

Direct admission at KJ Somaiya Institute of Management is not available through a management quota. Every admission is made only through the institute’s merit-based selection process.

KJ Somaiya Admission Portal 2027: kjsim.somaiya.edu

KJ Somaiya Important Dates 2027

Event Date
CAT 2026 Exam Nov 29, 2026
CAT 2026 Result, Tentative Dec 24, 2026
XAT 2027 Exam Jan 3, 2027
NMAT 2026 Exam Window, Tentative Nov 5 to Dec 19, 2026
CMAT 2027 Exam, Tentative Jan 24, 2027
KJ Somaiya Application Deadline Jan 20, 2027
Shortlisting, based on 2026-28 cycle Feb 2027, Tentative
WAT and PSA-PI Rounds, Tentative Feb to Mar 2027
Programme Start, Tentative June 2027

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

KJ Somaiya MBA Admission 2027

The MBA admission process at KJ Somaiya covers the flagship 2-year MBA and three specialized courses: MBA-HCM, MBA-SM, and MBA-MC. The flagship MBA has 600 seats plus supernumerary seats. Each specialized MBA has 30 seats.

Programme Seats Fee Reference
MBA 600 seats plus supernumerary seats For 2026-28: Year 1 INR 11,52,000, Year 2 INR 12,35,500, Total INR 23,87,500
MBA-HCM, MBA-SM, MBA-MC 30 seats each Fees for 2027-29 are subject to revision

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

KJ Somaiya MBA Eligibility Criteria 2027

Students need a minimum 3-year undergraduate degree from an AIU or AICTE recognized university. Final-year students appearing for exams in April or May 2027 can apply, but they must submit all results by August 31, 2027.

Programme Eligibility Accepted Entrance Exams
MBA, MBA-HCM, MBA-MC Graduation in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate CAT 2026, XAT 2027, GMAT, NMAT 2026, CMAT 2027
MBA-SM (Sports Management) Graduation in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate CAT 2026, XAT 2027, GMAT, NMAT 2026, CMAT 2027, MAT 2026, ATMA 2027, PERA-CET, CUET 2027

KJ Somaiya MBA Selection Process 2027

KJSIM shortlists students through two routes. The merit route depends on entrance exam cutoffs, while the profile route looks at strong academics and 12 to 42 months of work experience. Shortlisted students take the WAT online and attend the PSA-PI round offline in 13 cities across India.

For the flagship MBA, final selection uses Entrance Score 25%, Personal Interview 30%, Problem Situation Analysis 10%, Written Ability Test 10%, Academics 15%, and Work Experience 10%.

Component MBA and MBA-HCM Weight MBA-MC Weight
Entrance Score 25% 25%
Personal Interview 30% 40%
Problem Situation Analysis 10% 10%
Written Ability Test 10% Not applicable
Academics 15% 10%
Work Experience 10% Not applicable
Video Resume Not applicable 15%

How to Apply for MBA at KJ Somaiya?

  • Use a valid score from an accepted entrance exam such as CAT 2026, XAT 2027, GMAT, NMAT 2026, CMAT 2027, MAT 2026, ATMA 2027, PERA-CET, or CUET 2027, as applicable to the chosen programme.
  • Apply through the KJSIM portal before January 20, 2027.
  • Upload the required documents, including graduation mark sheets, entrance exam scorecard, work experience certificates if applicable, and identity proof.
  • After shortlisting is declared, choose a slot for the online WAT and the offline PSA-PI round in the selected city.
  • Attend the PSA-PI round in person at one of the 13 assessment cities in India.

KJ Somaiya Executive MBA Admission

KJ Somaiya offers Executive MBA options for working professionals. The MBA Executive is meant for professionals looking for a full-time PGDM equivalent, while the MBA for Working Executives follows a part-time weekend format.

Programme Target Candidate Total Fee (Reference)
MBA Executive Working professionals seeking a full-time PGDM equivalent INR 12,37,800
MBA for Working Executives Professionals who need a part-time weekend format INR 3,52,950

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

The fee figures are reference values and may change. Students should contact the college or visit kjsim.somaiya.edu for the exact fee and eligibility details for these programmes.

Full-time students can use hostel accommodation at KJ Somaiya. The annual hostel fee ranges from INR 2,53,651 to INR 3,80,499.

Scholarships at KJ Somaiya

KJ Somaiya provides merit scholarships and need-based financial aid. Applications for these benefits are submitted through Somaiya Vidyavihar University’s official financial aid portal.

Scholarship / Aid Eligibility Benefit
Merit Scholarship (5 awards) Minimum 80% in Class 10 and 12, minimum 70% in UG, and CAT 90 percentile or XAT 90 percentile or GMAT 700 or NMAT 250. Applicant must be below 30 years old. 100% tuition fee waiver for 2 years
EWS/BPL Financial Aid Family income up to INR 8 lakh Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
PwD Financial Aid 40% or more disability 50% tuition fee waiver

Students shortlisted for the merit scholarship are informed in the first week of April along with the offer letter. They must submit documents and a 300-word Statement of Purpose, after which they attend an in-person panel interview with senior institute officials.

KJ Somaiya Admission FAQs

Ques. When does the KJ Somaiya MBA 2027 application close?

Ans. The last date to apply for the 2027-29 batch is January 20, 2027. The application window begins in October or November 2026.

Ques. What exam scores can students use for KJ Somaiya MBA admission?

Ans. KJ Somaiya accepts CAT 2026, XAT 2027, GMAT valid from January 2024 to January 20, 2027, NMAT 2026, and CMAT 2027. For MBA-Sports Management, students may also use MAT, ATMA, PERA-CET, and CUET 2027 scores.

Ques. What graduation marks are needed for the MBA at KJ Somaiya?

Ans. Applicants must complete a minimum 3-year graduation degree in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate marks from an AIU or AICTE recognized university.

Ques. What happens after a student is shortlisted for KJ Somaiya MBA?

Ans. Shortlisting is done through the merit route using entrance exam cutoffs or the profile route using academics and 12 to 42 months of work experience. Shortlisted students appear for the online WAT and the offline PSA-PI round.

Ques. How much value does the entrance test score have in final MBA selection?

Ans. The entrance exam score, including CAT or an equivalent accepted exam, carries 25% weightage. The other parts are Personal Interview 30%, Academics 15%, WAT 10%, PSA 10%, and Work Experience 10%.

Ques. Can fresh graduates apply without work experience?

Ans. Yes. Work experience is not compulsory for KJ Somaiya MBA admission. It has 10% weightage in the composite score for the merit-based route, and fresh graduates can also apply without work experience under profile-based shortlisting.

Ques. What was the MBA fee for the 2026-28 batch?

Ans. The flagship MBA fee for 2026-28 was INR 23,87,500. This included Year 1 at INR 11,52,000 and Year 2 at INR 12,35,500. The 2027-29 fee is subject to revision, and students should check kjsim.somaiya.edu for updated figures.

Ques. Is there any management quota at KJ Somaiya Institute of Management?

Ans. No. KJ Somaiya Institute of Management does not provide management quota admission. Students are admitted only through the institute’s merit-based selection process, and the institute warns applicants against agents who claim other routes.

Ques. What merit scholarship can high-scoring MBA applicants get?

Ans. KJ Somaiya gives 5 merit scholarships every year. Each scholarship covers 100% tuition fee waiver for 2 years. To qualify, students need minimum 80% in Class 10 and 12, minimum 70% in UG, and CAT 90 percentile or XAT 90 percentile or GMAT 700 or NMAT 250. Applicants are informed in April with the first offer letter round.

Ques. Are final-year graduation students eligible for the 2027-29 batch?

Ans. Yes. Students taking final graduation exams in April or May 2027 can apply. They must submit proof of passing with the required aggregate by August 31, 2027.