Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The MBA in Marketing at DKTE Society's Textile and Engineering Institute (DKTE), Ichalkaranji, is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme affiliated to Shivaji University, Kolhapur. The programme equips students with skills in consumer behaviour, brand management, digital marketing, sales management, market research, and strategic marketing. The total seat intake for the MBA programme at DKTE is 120 seats (across all specialisations), with an annual tuition fee of approximately Rs. 61,524 for Open/Institute Level candidates. The course is offered in full-time on-campus mode and is popular for its industry-oriented curriculum, strong placement linkages with the textile and manufacturing sector, and the unique opportunity to specialise in Textile Marketing.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are upcoming. The MAH MBA CET 2026 is the primary entrance exam for Maharashtra state admissions, with the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) typically conducted between June and August. Institute-level admissions (based on ATMA/CET scores) are also conducted separately. Candidates are advised to monitor the official DKTE website and the DTE Maharashtra portal for exact schedule announcements.

Key Points

DKTE's MBA programme has been running since 2008 with a total intake of 120 seats across all specialisations.
The Marketing specialisation benefits from DKTE's strong industry ties with the textile and manufacturing belt of Kolhapur-Ichalkaranji, offering unique exposure to B2B and industrial marketing.
DKTE is an Empowered Autonomous Institute affiliated to Shivaji University, Kolhapur, and is NAAC accredited.
The institute has an industry-sponsored lab and conducts the annual MANEDGE management fest, which includes marketing competitions and case study events.
Students have access to the PAQIC quality improvement cell and regular industrial visits and guest lectures.

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05 Mar, 2026 DKTE MBA Marketing Admission 2026 is open. The last date to apply is April 25 (Entrance Exam courses) and May 30 (Non-Entrance Exam courses). The Exam will be held from May 12 to 15, 2026. Read more.

DKTE MBA Fees

The MBA (Marketing) programme at DKTE has a per-year tuition fee of Rs. 61,524 for Open/Institute Level candidates (2023-24 provisional structure; 2025-26 fees are subject to FRA approval and may vary slightly). SC/ST candidates pay a significantly reduced fee of Rs. 11,524 per year, while OBC/EBC/EWS candidates pay Rs. 39,687 per year. The total fees for the 2-year programme for Open category students amount to approximately Rs. 1,23,048.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Open / Institute Level (per year)	SC/ST (per year)	OBC/EBC/EWS (per year)	VJNT-SBC/TFWS (per year)
Tuition Fee	Rs. 61,524	Rs. 11,524	Rs. 39,687	Rs. 18,045
Other Charges (Eligibility, etc.)	As applicable	As applicable	As applicable	As applicable
Total Fees (2 Years)	Rs. 1,23,048	Rs. 23,048	Rs. 79,374	Rs. 36,090

Hostel Fees: Hostel facility is available on campus. Hostel charges range from approximately Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 24,000 per year (not mandatory; optional for students). Hostel fees are not included in the Total Fees above.

The fee structure shown is provisional for 2023-24 and is subject to revision by the Fee Regulating Authority (FRA) for 2025-26.
BC category, EBC, and EWS candidates must fill the scholarship/freeship form after admission confirmation; otherwise, full fees are payable.
Parent annual income limit for scholarship/freeship/EBC/EWS eligibility: below Rs. 8 Lakhs.
Education loan facility available through the Vidya Lakshmi portal (www.vidyalakshmi.co.in).
Shivaji University Eligibility Fee: Rs. 110 (Home University); Rs. 310 (Other than Home University).

DKTE MBA Admission 2026

DKTE MBA admissions are conducted through two routes: the Centralised Admission Process (CAP) managed by DTE Maharashtra (based on MAH MBA CET scores), and Institute Level admissions (based on MAH MBA CET / ATMA scores). The 2025-26 institute-level admission process has already been completed. For 2026-27, the MAH MBA CET 2026 is the primary qualifying exam, with registration having been open from January 10 to February 25, 2026. Candidates should monitor the DTE Maharashtra portal and DKTE's official website for CAP round schedules.

DKTE MBA Admission Dates

Event	Date
MAH MBA CET 2026 Registration Start	January 10, 2026
MAH MBA CET 2026 Registration End	February 25, 2026
MAH MBA CET 2026 Admit Card	March 25, 2026 (Tentative)
MAH MBA CET 2026 Exam (Attempt 1)	April 6-8, 2026
MAH MBA CET 2026 Exam (Attempt 2)	May 9, 2026
MAH MBA CET 2026 Result	May 28, 2026 (Tentative)
DTE Maharashtra CAP Rounds (Tentative)	June - August 2026
DKTE Institute Level Admission (Tentative)	July - August 2026
Batch Commencement (Tentative)	August - September 2026

Accepted Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Exam Date	Result Date
MAH MBA CET 2026	April 6-8, 2026 (Attempt 1); May 9, 2026 (Attempt 2)	May 28, 2026 (Tentative)
CMAT 2026	January 25, 2026	February 13, 2026
XAT 2026	January 4, 2026	January 16, 2026
CAT 2025	November 30, 2025	December 24, 2025
ATMA 2026	Multiple sessions (check official ATMA website)	As per session
MAT 2026	PBT: March 1, 2026; CBT: March 8, 2026	March 14-18, 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed a minimum 3-year Bachelor's Degree from a UGC-recognised university in any discipline.
Minimum 50% aggregate marks required (45% for backward class/EWS/PwD candidates from Maharashtra).
Valid score in MAH MBA CET / CAT / XAT / CMAT / ATMA / MAT is required.

Admission Process

Appear in MAH MBA CET 2026 (or other accepted exams).
Register on the DTE Maharashtra portal for CAP rounds (for state quota seats).
For institute-level seats, apply directly on the DKTE website with valid CET/ATMA scores.
Attend document verification and counselling as per the merit list.
Pay fees and confirm admission within the stipulated deadline.

DKTE MBA Scholarships 2026

DKTE offers a range of government-backed scholarships and freeship schemes for MBA students, making the programme accessible across economic categories. SC/ST students enjoy near-full fee waivers, while OBC, EBC, EWS, and minority students also receive significant financial support. Girl students from economically weaker backgrounds are particularly well-supported.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship / Scheme	Category	Benefit
Government Freeship (SC/ST)	SC / ST	100% Tuition Fee waiver
OBC/EBC/EWS/SEBC Scholarship	OBC / EBC / EWS / SEBC	50% Tuition Fee waiver
SBC / NT / VJNT Scholarship	SBC / NT / VJNT	100% Tuition Fee waiver
Tuition Fee Waiver Scheme (TFWS)	TFWS	100% Tuition Fee waiver
Minority Scholarship	Minority Communities	Rs. 50,000
Girl Student Freeship	Girls (Father income < Rs. 8 Lakhs)	100% Tuition Fee waiver
Vidya Lakshmi Education Loan	All categories	Loan facilitation via portal

All BC/EBC/EWS candidates must fill the scholarship/freeship form after admission confirmation; failure to do so results in full fee payment.
Parent annual income must be below Rs. 8 Lakhs for scholarship/freeship/EBC/EWS eligibility.
E-Scholarship portal for SC/OBC/SBC/VJNT: mahaeschol.maharashtra.gov.in
E-Tribal Scholarship (ST only): etribal.maharashtra.gov.in
Minority Scholarship (State): dtemaharashtra.gov.in/scholarships
Minority Scholarship (Central): momascholarship.gov.in
Application deadlines are typically announced after admission confirmation; students should apply promptly.

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DKTE MBA FAQs

Ques. What makes DKTE's MBA Marketing specialisation unique compared to other colleges in the Kolhapur region?

Ans. DKTE's MBA Marketing is unique because of its strong connection to the textile and manufacturing industry in the Kolhapur-Ichalkaranji region. Students get exposure to industrial and B2B marketing, which is rare in most MBA programmes. The institute's MoUs with textile companies provide real-world project and internship opportunities.

Ques. Is the MBA Marketing programme at DKTE recognised by AICTE?

Ans. Yes, the MBA programme at DKTE is approved by AICTE and affiliated to Shivaji University, Kolhapur. DKTE is also an Empowered Autonomous Institute, which means it has the flexibility to design and update its own curriculum.

Ques. What is the seat allocation process for MBA at DKTE - how many seats are filled through CAP vs institute level?

Ans. Approximately 80% of MBA seats are filled through the DTE Maharashtra Centralised Admission Process (CAP) based on MAH MBA CET scores. The remaining 20% are Institute Level seats filled directly by DKTE based on MAH MBA CET or ATMA scores.

Ques. Can a student from a non-commerce or non-management background apply for MBA Marketing at DKTE?

Ans. Yes, the MBA at DKTE is open to graduates from any discipline - engineering, science, arts, or commerce. The only requirement is a minimum 3-year Bachelor's Degree with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories from Maharashtra) and a valid entrance exam score.

Ques. Does DKTE offer any industry internship or live project opportunities for MBA Marketing students?

Ans. Yes, DKTE has strong industry-institute interaction through MoUs with companies, particularly in the textile and manufacturing sector. MBA students are required to undertake a summer internship project as part of the curriculum, and the institute facilitates placements and live projects through its placement cell and industry-sponsored lab.

Ques. What is the hostel situation for MBA students at DKTE, and is it safe for female students?

Ans. DKTE has separate hostel facilities for male and female students on campus. Hostel accommodation is optional and not mandatory. The charges are approximately Rs. 20,000 to Rs. 24,000 per year. The campus is considered safe, and the institute has a code of conduct for hostel residents. Students are advised to confirm current availability and charges with the admissions office.