BITSOM MBA : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the BITSOM MBA is INR 28,55,000 for the full 2-year programme. Payment is structured across two academic years: INR 15,12,500 in Year 1 and INR 13,42,500 in Year 2. A non-refundable application fee of INR 2,500 is paid separately at the time of submission. Scholarship holders may have a portion of the tuition fee waived based on merit or financial need.

Ans. BITSOM does not publish a fixed minimum cutoff. Based on the 2026 admission cycle, the median CAT percentile among admitted students was in the 94 to 95 percentile range, with competitive applicants scoring between 80 and 99 percentile. Strong academic credentials or relevant internship experience may support candidacy at lower percentile scores. BITSOM evaluates applicants holistically across academics, entrance score, essays, and interview performance.

Ans. Yes, BITSOM accepts GMAT, GMAT Focus, and GRE scores in addition to CAT. The median GMAT score for admitted candidates in the 2026 cycle was 700, with competitive applicants scoring in the 640 to 750 range. The median GRE score was in the 319 to 320 range. GMAT Focus is accepted on par with standard GMAT, and candidates may apply using any one of the four accepted scores.

Ans. As per the Class of 2025 placement report, the average package was INR 21 LPA and the median was INR 20.52 LPA. The highest domestic offer stood at INR 32.50 LPA. A total of 146 students were placed across 46 companies, with 81 students securing packages of INR 20 LPA or above. Key recruiters included McKinsey, BCG, Accenture Strategy, EY, KPMG, PwC, J.P. Morgan, ICICI Bank, and Amazon.

Ans. Work experience is not compulsory for the BITSOM MBA. Fresh graduates with strong academics and a competitive entrance score are eligible and regularly receive admission offers. However, candidates with 2 to 4 years of professional experience are considered to have a competitive advantage in the profile-based shortlisting and personal interview stages. The programme is designed to accommodate both freshers and working professionals.

Ans. BITSOM requires two mandatory essays as part of the application form. The prompts are specified by the admissions team each cycle, covering topics such as career goals and motivations for pursuing an MBA. Applicants may also submit an optional third essay to provide additional context about their background. The essays form a key part of the profile evaluation and are reviewed before the shortlisting decision.