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What is an Online MBA?

Why choose regular MBA through simplyMBA?

  • We guide students with low or average entrance scores to find quality options
  • Personalized college suggestions based on location, ROI, and placements
  • Help with application process, entrance alternatives, and interviews
  • Tie-ups with AICTE-approved, reputed universities & B-Schools
  • Support for Tier 2/Tier 3 city aspirants looking to stay close to home

Regular MBA in India – 2025 Snapshot (Statistics)

  • Over 4.5 lakh students enroll in full-time MBA/PGDM programs in India every year.
  • 60% of MBA aspirants in Tier 2 & Tier 3 cities prefer colleges in or near their hometowns.
  • More than 45% of students get into good B-Schools with average CAT/MAT scores.
  • 65% of private B-Schools offer direct or profile-based admissions beyond national exams.
  • The most in-demand specializations in 2024–25 are:
    • Business Analytics (35%)
    • Marketing (28%)
    • Finance (22%)
    • HR/Operations (15%)

Regular MBA – Myths vs Facts

❌ Myth

✅ Fact

You need a 99%ile in CAT to get into a
good MBA college.

Many reputed colleges accept 60–70%ile scores or other exams like MAT, CMAT, ATMA.

If I don’t study in IIM or XLRI, my MBA is
useless.

There are hundreds of AICTE-approved colleges with strong ROI and placement support.

Colleges in smaller cities don’t offer
good MBAs.

Many Tier 2/3 city colleges now have excellent faculty, industry tie-ups, and local placement networks.

I can’t specialize in trending fields like
Business Analytics without a tech
background.

Most MBA programs are beginner-friendly and offer electives across backgrounds.

Regular MBA needs huge fees
(₹10–20L) to be valuable.

Quality MBAs are available in the range of ₹1.5L – ₹6L, with installments, scholarships, and EMIs.

Regular MBA – FAQs

I have a low CAT score. Can I still do an MBA?

Absolutely! We help students with low CAT, MAT, CMAT or no score find private or state-approved universities that offer direct admission or have alternative entrance options.

Can I get into a good college near my hometown?

Yes! We specialize in helping students find the best colleges in their city or region — so you can stay close to home without compromising on quality.

Which entrance exams do I need to give?

Apart from CAT, you can also apply through MAT, CMAT, XAT, ATMA, or university-specific tests. Some colleges even accept direct admission based on profile or interviews.

What’s the duration and structure of a regular MBA?

Most MBA programs are 2 years full-time, including core subjects, electives, internships, and final placements.

Can you help me choose the right specialization?

Yes! Whether you’re confused between Marketing, Finance, HR, IT, Business Analytics, etc., we guide you based on your background, goals, and market demand.

Do I need work experience for a regular MBA?

No. Most colleges accept fresh graduates. Some may prefer work experience for specific programs like Executive MBAs, but it’s not mandatory for regular MBAs.

Is placement guaranteed?

We connect you to colleges with strong placement records, but placements depend on your performance and profile. We also help you evaluate placement stats before you apply.