Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 30, 2026

The MBA (Finance) 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 Finance specialisation equips students with in-depth knowledge of financial management, investment analysis, banking, and corporate finance. The programme has a seat intake of 60 students (combined for all MBA specialisations), and the total fee is approximately Rs. 1.22 Lakhs. Admissions are conducted through TG ICET (Telangana Integrated Common Entrance Test). The course is popular for its strong faculty with expertise in Accounting and Finance, industry-interactive pedagogy, and robust pre-placement training.

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 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

Finance specialisation with focus on Financial Management, Investment Analysis, Banking, and Corporate Finance
Affiliated to JNTUH and approved by AICTE
HOD and senior faculty hold PhDs in Accounting and Finance from reputed universities
Dedicated Statistical Data Analysis Lab for hands-on financial data analysis
Regular industry visits to financial institutions and corporate houses
Pre-placement training with domain-specific modules in Finance from 2nd semester onwards
Past recruiters in Finance include Goldman Sachs, Bajaj Allianz, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, L&T Finance, Merrill Lynch, and UBS

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GNIT MBA (Finance) Fees

The MBA (Finance) programme at GNIT Hyderabad is among the most affordable finance-focused management programmes in Telangana. The total fee for the 2-year programme is Rs. 1.22 Lakhs, comprising 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.

Fee Components

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 (Finance) Admission 2026

Admissions to the MBA (Finance) programme at GNIT Hyderabad are conducted through TG ICET, the mandatory state-level entrance exam for MBA 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. Specialisation selection (Finance, Marketing, or HR) is typically done after joining the programme in the second year.

College-Specific 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
Finance specialisation is selected in the second year of the programme

GNIT MBA (Finance) Scholarships 2026

GNIT Hyderabad students pursuing MBA (Finance) can avail of multiple scholarship and fee reimbursement schemes from the Telangana State Government and the Central Government. The state-level fee reimbursement scheme is especially beneficial for SC/ST and BC/EBC/Minority students, making the already affordable Finance MBA even more accessible.

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 (Finance) Placement 2026

Past Recruiters

Recruiters
Goldman Sachs
Bajaj Allianz
ICICI Bank
HDFC Bank
Axis Bank
L&T Finance
Merrill Lynch
UBS

GNIT MBA (Finance) FAQs

Ques. Is the Finance specialisation chosen at the time of TG ICET counselling or after joining GNIT?

Ans. The Finance specialisation is typically selected after joining the MBA programme, usually at the beginning of the second year. During TG ICET counselling, students apply for the general MBA programme at GNIT. The specialisation choice (Finance, Marketing, or HR) is made internally based on student preference and seat availability.

Ques. What subjects are covered in the MBA Finance specialisation at GNIT Hyderabad?

Ans. The MBA Finance specialisation at GNIT covers subjects such as Financial Management, Security Analysis and Portfolio Management, Banking and Financial Services, Corporate Finance, Financial Derivatives, International Finance, and Taxation. The curriculum is designed as per JNTUH guidelines and is updated regularly to align with industry requirements.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after MBA Finance from GNIT Hyderabad?

Ans. Graduates of MBA Finance from GNIT can pursue careers in banking, investment management, corporate finance, financial analysis, insurance, and accounting. Past GNIT MBA students have been placed in companies like Goldman Sachs, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, L&T Finance, Bajaj Allianz, Merrill Lynch, and UBS, among others.

Ques. What is the fee for MBA Finance at GNIT Hyderabad, and are there any hidden charges?

Ans. The tuition fee is Rs. 60,000 per year (Rs. 1,20,000 for 2 years), plus a one-time admission fee of Rs. 2,000 and JNTUH fee of Rs. 5,500 per year. Students should also budget for exam fees, uniform fees, and any optional value-added programmes. The total approximate cost for 2 years is Rs. 1,27,000 excluding hostel.

Ques. Does GNIT Hyderabad have a dedicated Finance lab or Bloomberg terminal for MBA Finance students?

Ans. GNIT has a Statistical Data Analysis Lab equipped with software like MS Excel and SPSS for financial data analysis. While a dedicated Bloomberg terminal is not mentioned, the lab provides practical exposure to quantitative and financial analysis tools relevant to the Finance specialisation.

Ques. How does GNIT Hyderabad support MBA Finance students in getting placed in the finance sector?

Ans. GNIT's centralised placement cell provides domain-specific pre-placement training for Finance students, including modules on financial concepts, aptitude tests, mock interviews, and group discussions. The college also organises guest lectures from finance industry professionals and facilitates campus drives by leading financial institutions and corporates.