ABS Kanpur MBA Fees 2027

Component	Amount (INR)
Year 1 Tuition Fee	INR 95,000
Year 2 Tuition Fee	INR 95,000
Total Fees	INR 1,90,000

Hostel accommodation is optional and charges are separate from the tuition total.

Female hostel fees range from INR 90,000 to INR 1,15,000 per year depending on room type.

Male hostel rates vary by accommodation category and should be confirmed at the admissions office.

UP domicile students may receive up to 50% fee reimbursement through the UP Government Scholarship.

ABS Kanpur MBA Admission 2027

Event	Date
CAT 2026 Registration Closes	September 15, 2026
CMAT 2026 Registration Opens	October 17, 2026 (Tentative)
CAT 2026 Exam	November 29, 2026
XAT 2026 Registration Closes	December 6, 2026
CAT 2026 Result	December 24, 2026 (Tentative)
XAT 2026 Exam	January 3, 2027
CMAT 2026 Exam	January 24, 2027 (Tentative)
ABS MBA Application Closes	February 2027
Group Discussion and Personal Interview	March 2027
Academic Session Begins	2027-28

Valid CAT 2026 registration is currently open until September 15, 2026 at iimcat.ac.in.

XAT 2026 registration is open at xatonline.in until December 6, 2026.

CMAT and MAT scores from the current cycle are also accepted alongside CAT and XAT.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor degree in any discipline from a recognised university with minimum 50% aggregate marks.

Relaxation to 45% for SC/ST candidates as per reservation norms.

Appearing candidates in the final year of graduation may also apply provisionally.

Valid score in at least one of: CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, or UPSEE MBA.

Admission Process

Apply online at axiscolleges.in with entrance exam registration number and graduation details.

Shortlisted candidates receive a call for Group Discussion and Personal Interview at the Kanpur campus.

Final merit list is prepared combining entrance score, GD performance, and PI score.

Pay admission fee and submit original documents to confirm the seat.

Academic session for the 2027-28 batch begins as per the university calendar.

✓ Opt for this if

You want a budget MBA at INR 1,90,000 total in a Kanpur campus setting
You are from Central UP and want to avoid the cost of relocating to a metro
You hold a valid CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT score and prefer a local institute
You qualify for UP government scholarship covering up to 50% of tuition
You plan to build a career in the Kanpur and UP regional corporate market

✗ Skip if

You need an MBA from a nationally recognised brand like IIM, MDI, or XLRI
You need verifiable MBA-specific placement data with average package figures
You want access to pan-India corporate recruiters and a large alumni network
You prefer a metro city campus for internship and networking opportunities

ABS Kanpur MBA Scholarships 2027

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Merit Scholarship	Partial to full tuition waiver	Top-scoring candidates on entrance exam and graduation marks
Raywings Scholarship	Full or partial tuition coverage	Merit-based with mentorship support
Reliance Foundation Scholarship	Full or partial tuition coverage	Students from disadvantaged backgrounds
Samaj Kalyan Scholarship	Financial support package	Socio-economically marginalised students
UP Government Scholarship	Up to 50% tuition reimbursement	UP domicile students via scholarship.up.gov.in

UP government scholarships available at scholarship.up.gov.in for UP domicile students.

Central government schemes accessible via the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.

Scholarship eligibility and disbursement timelines are governed by the respective government portals.

ABS Kanpur MBA FAQs

Ques. What is the total MBA fee at AXIS Business School Kanpur?

Ans. The total MBA fee at AXIS Business School (ABS) Kanpur is INR 1,90,000 for the 2-year programme, charged at INR 95,000 per year. This covers tuition only. Hostel accommodation is optional and charged separately. UP domicile students can apply for the UP Government Scholarship to receive up to 50% reimbursement on tuition fees through scholarship.up.gov.in.

Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for MBA admission at ABS Kanpur?

Ans. AXIS Business School Kanpur accepts scores from CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, and UPSEE MBA for the 2-year MBA programme. Among these, CAT 2026 is the most widely used. Registration for CAT 2026 is open until September 15, 2026 at iimcat.ac.in, and the exam is scheduled for November 29, 2026. XAT 2026 registration is open until December 6, 2026 at xatonline.in.

Ques. Is there a minimum CAT percentile required for MBA at ABS Kanpur?

Ans. AXIS Business School Kanpur does not publish a fixed minimum CAT percentile cutoff. Shortlisting for GD and PI is based on a holistic assessment of entrance exam scores, graduation marks, and work experience if any. Since ABS is a private management institute in Kanpur, the effective CAT percentile threshold is generally lower than IIMs or top B-schools. A percentile of 50 to 65 is typically competitive, though the college confirms criteria each cycle.

Ques. What scholarships are available for MBA students at ABS Kanpur?

Ans. MBA students at AXIS Business School Kanpur can apply for the Merit Scholarship, Raywings Scholarship, Reliance Foundation Scholarship, and Samaj Kalyan Scholarship, all offering partial to full tuition support. Additionally, UP domicile students can apply for the UP Government Scholarship at scholarship.up.gov.in for up to 50% reimbursement. Central government schemes are available via the National Scholarship Portal at scholarships.gov.in.

Ques. What are the GD and PI rounds like at ABS Kanpur for MBA?

Ans. After the written entrance exam shortlisting, candidates appear for a Group Discussion and Personal Interview at the AXIS Business School Kanpur campus. The GD typically covers current affairs, business topics, or ethical scenarios. The PI assesses academic background, career goals, communication skills, and motivation for pursuing an MBA. Both rounds are held at the Kanpur campus in March 2027 for the 2027-28 batch.

Ques. What career paths open up after MBA from AXIS Business School Kanpur?

Ans. MBA graduates from AXIS Business School Kanpur can pursue roles such as marketing manager, finance analyst, HR executive, business development manager, and operations officer across manufacturing, retail, banking, and FMCG companies in UP and adjoining states. Graduates in Finance and HRM can also pursue certifications such as CFA Level 1 or SHRM-CP to strengthen their profiles for roles in larger organisations outside the region.