Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The MBA programme at Guru Nanak Institute of Technology (GNIT), Hyderabad is a 2-year full-time postgraduate course spread across 4 semesters, affiliated to Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad (JNTUH). The programme offers specialisations in Finance, Marketing, and Human Resource Management, with a seat intake of 60 students. The total fee for the programme is approximately Rs. 1.22 Lakhs, and admissions are primarily through the TG ICET (Telangana Integrated Common Entrance Test). The course is popular for its industry-interactive pedagogy, experienced faculty, and strong focus on pre-placement training and soft skills development.

Admissions for the 2026-27 batch are expected to be conducted through TG ICET 2026, with the exam scheduled for May 13-14, 2026. The counselling process for GNIT MBA is typically conducted by TGCHE in August-September. For the 2026-27 batch, the college-level admission window was open from August 19 to August 27, 2026. Candidates are advised to monitor the official TG ICET portal (icet.tgche.ac.in) for the latest counselling schedule.

Key Points

Affiliated to JNTUH and approved by AICTE
Offers dual specialisation options: Finance, Marketing, and HR
Dedicated Business Communication Lab and Statistical Data Analysis Lab
Regular industry visits, guest lectures, and workshops for practical exposure
Pre-placement training provided from 2nd semester onwards
Centralised placement cell with industry-expert trainers

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GNIT MBA Fees

The MBA programme at GNIT Hyderabad is one of the most affordable management programmes in Telangana. The total fee for the 2-year programme is Rs. 1.22 Lakhs, which includes a tuition fee of Rs. 60,000 per year and a one-time admission fee of Rs. 2,000. Hostel facilities are available separately and are not mandatory for the course.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee (Year 1)	60,000
Tuition Fee (Year 2)	60,000
Admission Fee (one-time)	2,000
JNTUH Fee (per year)	5,500
Total Fees (2 Years, excluding hostel)	1,27,000
Hostel Fee (optional, per year)	90,000 - 1,30,000

Hostel fee is optional and not included in the total course fee.
SC/ST students with annual family income up to Rs. 2 Lakhs are eligible for full fee reimbursement from the Telangana State Government.
BC, EBC, and Minority students from rural areas with family income up to Rs. 1.5 Lakhs and urban areas up to Rs. 2 Lakhs are eligible for state scholarship/fee reimbursement.
Students admitted under Management Quota are not eligible for state fee reimbursement.
JNTUH fee of Rs. 5,500 per year is charged separately.

GNIT MBA Admission 2026

Admissions to the MBA programme at GNIT Hyderabad are conducted through the TG ICET (Telangana Integrated Common Entrance Test), which is the mandatory state-level entrance exam for MBA and MCA admissions in Telangana. The 2026-27 batch admissions were conducted in August 2026 through TGCHE web counselling. For the 2026-27 batch, TG ICET 2026 is scheduled for May 13-14, 2026, and counselling is expected in August-September 2026.

College Admission Dates

Event	Date
GNIT MBA Application/Admission Window	August 19 - August 27, 2026
TG ICET 2026 Phase 1 Counselling Registration	Mid-August 2026
TG ICET 2026 Certificate Verification	August 2026
TG ICET 2026 Web Options Entry	August 25 - August 30, 2026
TG ICET 2026 Phase 1 Seat Allotment	Late August 2026
TG ICET 2026 Reporting to Allotted College	Early September 2026
TG ICET 2026 Phase 2 Counselling	September 2026
TG ICET 2026 Final Phase / Spot Admissions	October 2026

Entrance Exam Dates

Event	Date
TG ICET 2026 Registration Start	February 12, 2026
TG ICET 2026 Registration End (Regular)	March 16, 2026
TG ICET 2026 Registration End (Late Fee Rs. 500)	April 7, 2026
TG ICET 2026 Admit Card Release	May 4, 2026
TG ICET 2026 Exam Date	May 13 - 14, 2026
TG ICET 2026 Answer Key Release	May 29, 2026
TG ICET 2026 Result Date	June 19, 2026
TG ICET 2026 Counselling (Tentative)	August - September 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree (any discipline) from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for reserved categories as per AICTE norms)
Must have qualified TG ICET with a valid rank
No age bar for admission

Admission Process:

Appear and qualify in TG ICET
Register for TGCHE web counselling on the official portal (tgicet.nic.in)
Attend certificate verification at the designated Help Line Centre (HLC)
Enter web options (college and course preferences) within the stipulated window
Receive seat allotment based on rank, category, and preferences
Pay tuition fee online to confirm the seat
Report to GNIT with original documents and join the programme

GNIT MBA Scholarships 2026

GNIT Hyderabad students can avail of multiple scholarship and fee reimbursement schemes offered by the Telangana State Government and the Central Government. The state-level fee reimbursement scheme is particularly beneficial for SC/ST and BC/EBC/Minority students, significantly reducing the financial burden of the MBA programme.

Scholarship Schemes

Scholarship / Scheme	Eligibility	Amount
Telangana State Fee Reimbursement (SC/ST)	SC/ST students with annual family income up to Rs. 2 Lakhs	Full tuition fee reimbursement
Telangana State Fee Reimbursement (BC/EBC/Minority - Rural)	Annual family income up to Rs. 1.5 Lakhs	Full/partial tuition fee reimbursement
Telangana State Fee Reimbursement (BC/EBC/Minority - Urban)	Annual family income up to Rs. 2 Lakhs	Full/partial tuition fee reimbursement
Central Sector Scholarship (NSP)	Above 80th percentile in Class 12; annual family income below Rs. 8 Lakhs; pursuing PG course	Rs. 20,000 per annum
NSP PM-USP Yojana	80% in Class 12; AICTE-recognised PG course; parental income up to Rs. 4.5 Lakhs	Rs. 82,000 per annum
National Scholarship for PG Studies (UGC)	First-time PG students under 30 years; UGC-recognised full-time programme	Rs. 10,000 per year or Rs. 15,000 per month

Students admitted under Management Quota or Sponsored seats are not eligible for state fee reimbursement.
Students must maintain a minimum of 75% attendance each quarter to remain eligible for state scholarships.
Disabled Welfare students with parental income up to Rs. 1 Lakh are also eligible for state scholarship.
Central Sector Scholarship applications are typically open from August to November each year on the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Students must not be availing of any other scholarship simultaneously to apply for the Central Sector Scholarship.

GNIT MBA Placement 2026

Past Recruiters

Recruiters
Goldman Sachs
Wipro
Cognizant
ICICI Bank
Bajaj Allianz
TCS
Deloitte
HDFC Bank
Axis Bank
L&T Finance
HCL Technologies
Asian Paints, among others

GNIT has a centralised placement cell that supports MBA students. The department provides rigorous pre-placement training from the 2nd semester onwards.

GNIT MBA FAQs

Ques. Is TG ICET mandatory for MBA admission at GNIT Hyderabad?

Ans. Yes, TG ICET (Telangana Integrated Common Entrance Test) is the primary entrance exam for MBA admissions at GNIT Hyderabad. Admissions are conducted through TGCHE web counselling based on TG ICET rank. However, a small percentage of seats may be filled through management quota, for which candidates can directly contact the college.

Ques. What specialisations are available in the MBA programme at GNIT?

Ans. The MBA programme at GNIT Hyderabad offers specialisations in Finance, Marketing, and Human Resource Management. Students can choose their specialisation in the second year of the programme. Dual specialisation options are also available.

Ques. What is the actual fee I need to pay per year for MBA at GNIT Hyderabad?

Ans. The tuition fee is Rs. 60,000 per year. Additionally, JNTUH fee of Rs. 5,500 per year is charged separately. In the first year, a one-time admission fee of Rs. 2,000 is also applicable. SC/ST students with eligible income criteria can get full fee reimbursement from the Telangana State Government, effectively paying very little or nothing.

Ques. Does GNIT Hyderabad provide hostel facilities for MBA students?

Ans. Yes, GNIT Hyderabad provides hostel facilities for both male and female students. The hostel fee ranges from Rs. 90,000 to Rs. 1.30 Lakhs per year depending on the type of accommodation. Hostel is optional and not included in the course fee.

Ques. What is the placement scenario for MBA graduates from GNIT Hyderabad?

Ans. GNIT has a centralised placement cell that supports MBA students. Past recruiters include companies like Goldman Sachs, Wipro, Cognizant, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Allianz, TCS, Deloitte, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, L&T Finance, HCL Technologies, and Asian Paints, among others. The department provides rigorous pre-placement training from the 2nd semester onwards.

Ques. What is the intake capacity for MBA at GNIT Hyderabad, and how competitive is the admission?

Ans. The approved intake for the MBA programme at GNIT Hyderabad is 60 seats. Since admissions are through TG ICET counselling, the competition depends on the overall TG ICET rank. GNIT typically falls in the mid-tier college category, making it accessible for candidates with ranks in the range of 3,000 to 15,000 in TG ICET.