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The MBA in Operations Management at Institute of Technology and Science (I.T.S), Ghaziabad is a 2-year full-time, on-campus postgraduate management programme affiliated to Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow. The programme is designed to equip students with expertise in supply chain management, logistics, production planning, quality control, and process optimisation, making graduates highly relevant to India's growing manufacturing and services sectors. The total fee for the programme is Rs. 2,00,600 for two years, with a seat intake of 240 across all MBA specialisations. Admission is primarily through CUET PG (UPCET) scores, along with CAT, MAT, and CMAT, followed by a personal interview at the institute. The programme is popular for its strong industry interface, active placement cell, and affordable fee structure in the Delhi NCR region.

Admissions for the 2026-28 batch are currently open. The CUET PG 2026 examination has already been conducted (March 6-27, 2026), and AKTU UPTAC counselling for MBA seats is expected to begin in June-July 2026. Candidates who have appeared in CUET PG 2026 or hold valid CAT 2025, MAT, or CMAT 2026 scores can apply directly to the institute as well. The orientation programme for the new batch is typically held in August-September.

Key Points

Affiliated to Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow; NAAC 'A' Grade accredited institute
Operations Management specialisation covers supply chain, logistics, production management, quality management, and project management
Active functional clubs including Sankriya (Operations Club) that organises industry-relevant activities and competitions
Regular industry visits, guest lectures by CXOs, and international education tours are part of the curriculum
Laptop provided to all students; fees also cover books and reading material
Free foreign tour provided to all students (as per institute policy)
NBA accredited programmes; NIRF ranked in top 100 institutes in India (2019)
Strong alumni network with 15,000+ placements over the years

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ITS Ghaziabad Latest Updates and News

15 Apr, 2026 CUET PG 2026 Results are expected to be released by First week of May @exams.nta.nic.in. To know more, click here.

02 Apr, 2026 MAT May 2026 session registrations have started for MBA admission. Aspirants can register @mat.aima.in till May 25, for PBT Mode, and till June 8, for CBT Mode. The Exam will be held on May 31 (PBT) and on June 14 (CBT). Read more.

12 Mar, 2026 ATMA 2026 (May session) Registration is open till April 21, 2026, for admission to MBA, MMS, PGDM & MCA programs. The Exam will be held on May 3, 2026. Read more.

ITS MBA Fees

The MBA (Operations Management) programme at ITS Ghaziabad is one of the most affordable full-time MBA options in Delhi NCR, with an annual academic fee of Rs. 1,00,300 and a total course fee of Rs. 2,00,600 for two years. The hostel facility is optional and available at Rs. 85,000 per annum for boys and Rs. 95,000 per annum for girls, with a one-time refundable security deposit of Rs. 5,000. University registration and examination fees are payable separately as per AKTU norms.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
Annual Academic Fee	1,00,300
Total Academic Fee (2 Years)	2,00,600
University Registration & Exam Fee	As per AKTU (paid directly to university)
Hostel & Mess Charges - Boys (per annum)	85,000
Hostel & Mess Charges - Girls (per annum)	95,000
Hostel Security Deposit - Refundable (one time)	5,000
Uniform Charges (one time, cash only)	8,000
Total Fees (Academic, 2 Years)	2,00,600
Total Fees with Hostel - Boys (2 Years, excl. security)	3,70,600
Total Fees with Hostel - Girls (2 Years, excl. security)	3,90,600

Hostel is optional and subject to availability of accommodation.
Hostel security deposit of Rs. 5,000 is refundable on completion of the programme or on withdrawal after submission of No-Dues certificate.
No adjustment is made for leave, holidays, or premature withdrawal from hostel.
Fees are payable only through Demand Draft / NEFT / Debit or Credit Card.
University registration charges and examination fees are subject to revision by AKTU and are to be paid directly to the university.
Alumni Association Life Membership fee of Rs. 2,500 is payable once along with the first instalment.
A refundable security deposit of Rs. 10,000 is also payable at the time of admission (refundable on completion or withdrawal with No-Dues certificate).

ITS MBA Admission 2026

Admissions to the MBA (Operations Management) programme at ITS Ghaziabad are conducted through AKTU's centralised UPTAC counselling process based on CUET PG (UPCET) scores, as well as through direct institute-level admission for candidates with valid CAT, MAT, or CMAT scores. The 2026-28 batch admissions are currently in progress, with CUET PG 2026 already conducted and UPTAC counselling expected in June-July 2026. Candidates can also apply directly to the institute through its online application portal.

ITS Ghaziabad MBA Admission Dates

Event	Date
ITS Ghaziabad Online Application Open	Ongoing (2026)
CUET PG 2026 Registration	December 14, 2025 - January 23, 2026
CUET PG 2026 Exam	March 6 - March 27, 2026
CUET PG 2026 Result	April 2026 (tentative)
AKTU UPTAC Counselling Registration	June - July 2026 (tentative)
AKTU UPTAC Final Seat Allotment	July - August 2026 (tentative)
Direct Institute Admission (Management Quota)	Ongoing till seats are filled
MBA Batch Commencement / Orientation	August - September 2026 (tentative)

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Key Dates	Remarks
CUET PG 2026 (UPCET)	Exam: March 6-27, 2026; Result: April 2026	Primary exam for AKTU-affiliated MBA seats
CAT 2025	Exam: November 30, 2025; Result: December 24, 2025	Valid score accepted for direct admission
CMAT 2026	Exam: January 25, 2026; Result: February 13, 2026	Valid score accepted for direct admission
MAT (Feb/Mar 2026)	PBT: March 1, 2026; CBT: March 8, 2026	Valid score accepted for direct admission

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration in any discipline from a recognised university.
Minimum 50% aggregate marks in graduation (without grace marks) for general category candidates.
Minimum 45% aggregate marks for SC/ST category candidates (as per AKTU norms).

Admission Process

Appear in CUET PG 2026 (UPCET) or any accepted national-level MBA entrance exam (CAT/MAT/CMAT).
Register for AKTU UPTAC counselling on the official portal (uptac.admissions.nic.in) after result declaration.
Participate in online counselling, choose ITS Ghaziabad as preferred college, and lock seat allotment.
For direct/management quota admission: Apply online at its.edu.in, submit valid entrance exam scorecard, and appear for a Personal Interview (PI) at the institute.
Submit original documents and pay the admission fee to confirm the seat.

ITS MBA Scholarships 2026

ITS Ghaziabad offers merit-based scholarships to MBA students at the time of admission as well as during the programme based on academic performance. The institute's scholarship scheme is designed to reward academic excellence and encourage meritorious students. For the 2026-28 batch, scholarships are available based on final graduation percentage, with additional awards for ITSians (existing students of the ITS group). Academic performance awards are also given annually to top-performing students.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Award	Eligibility Criteria	Amount (Rs.)	Frequency
Merit Scholarship (Graduation 65%-69.9%)	Final graduation percentage 65% to 69.9%	15,000	One time (at admission)
Merit Scholarship (Graduation 70% and above)	Final graduation percentage 70% and above	25,000	One time (at admission)
ITSians Scholarship	Current students of ITS group seeking MBA admission	25,000	One time (at admission)
Merit Award - I Year Topper	Top rank in I year end semester examination	15,000	Annual
Merit Award - II Year Topper	Second rank in I year end semester examination	10,000	Annual
Merit Award - III Year Topper	Third rank in I year end semester examination	5,000	Annual
Performance Improvement Award	Top 10 students showing maximum improvement in semester exams	Not specified	Annual
EWS Category Scholarship (UP State, 15 seats)	EWS category candidates from UP	15,000	One time (at admission)
Sibling Scholarship	Candidate whose sibling is/was a student at ITS	10,000	One time (at admission)

All admission-time scholarships are one-time only and are credited at the time of joining.
Academic performance awards are given at the end of each year based on cumulative performance.
Government scholarships (UP Scholarship, Merit cum Means for Minority Communities, etc.) are also applicable as per state government norms.
Students are advised to check the official ITS website (pg.its.edu.in/scholarships) for the latest scholarship criteria for the 2026-28 batch.

ITS MBA Placement 2026

ITS Ghaziabad has a dedicated Corporate Resource Centre (CRC) that actively facilitates placements for MBA students across all specialisations, including Operations Management. The institute claims a consistent placement track record, with recruiters from sectors such as FMCG, logistics, banking, retail, and consulting visiting the campus regularly. Operations Management graduates are typically placed in roles such as Supply Chain Analyst, Operations Executive, Logistics Coordinator, and Production Manager. The average package for MBA graduates at ITS Ghaziabad is approximately Rs. 5.65 LPA, with the highest package reaching Rs. 17.5 LPA. As per NIRF 2025 data, the median salary package is Rs. 3.5 LPA.

Placement Statistics

Placement Metric	Details (2024-25)
Highest Package	Rs. 17.5 LPA
Average Package	Rs. 5.65 LPA
Median Package (NIRF 2025)	Rs. 3.5 LPA
Total Placements (Cumulative, all programmes)	15,000+
Key Recruiting Sectors	FMCG, Logistics, Banking, Retail, Consulting, IT
Notable Recruiters	Deloitte, HDFC Life, Flipkart, Asian Paints, Ultratech Cement, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, Nestle, Reliance Digital, Exide, Elasticrun, Wipro, TCS

ITS Ghaziabad MBA Operations Management Ranking

TOI Ranking

#89 out of 100 in India 2026

#12th in Uttar Pradesh

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ITS MBA FAQs

Ques. Is the MBA Operations Management at ITS Ghaziabad affiliated to AKTU or is it an autonomous programme?

Ans. The MBA programme at ITS Ghaziabad (Mohan Nagar campus) is affiliated to Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow. The degree awarded is an AKTU-recognised MBA degree. This is different from the PGDM programme offered at the ITS School of Management (itsim.edu.in), which is an autonomous AICTE-approved programme. Students should clarify which programme they are applying to, as the fee structure, curriculum, and degree type differ.

Ques. What is the difference between the MBA and PGDM programmes at ITS Ghaziabad?

Ans. ITS Ghaziabad offers two management programmes: the MBA (affiliated to AKTU) at the main campus (pg.its.edu.in) and the PGDM (autonomous, AICTE-approved, AIU-equivalent to MBA) at ITS School of Management (itsim.edu.in). The PGDM has a higher fee (Rs. 6.90 lakh total) and is considered more industry-oriented with a trimester system, while the MBA is more affordable (Rs. 2,00,600 total) and follows the AKTU semester system. Both are on-campus, full-time programmes.

Ques. Can I get admission to MBA Operations Management at ITS Ghaziabad without a CUET PG score?

Ans. Yes. While CUET PG (UPCET) is the primary route for AKTU-affiliated seats, ITS Ghaziabad also accepts CAT, MAT, and CMAT scores for direct/management quota admissions. Candidates without any entrance exam score may also be considered for management quota seats subject to meeting the eligibility criteria and clearing the institute's personal interview.

Ques. What kind of roles do MBA Operations Management graduates from ITS Ghaziabad typically get placed in?

Ans. Operations Management graduates are typically placed in roles such as Supply Chain Analyst, Operations Executive, Logistics Coordinator, Procurement Manager, Production Supervisor, and Inventory Manager. Key recruiting sectors include FMCG, logistics and supply chain, e-commerce, manufacturing, and banking. Companies like Flipkart, Elasticrun, Ultratech Cement, Asian Paints, and Nestle have recruited from the campus.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation guaranteed for MBA students at ITS Ghaziabad?

Ans. Hostel accommodation is optional and subject to availability. The hostel fee is Rs. 85,000 per annum for boys and Rs. 95,000 per annum for girls, inclusive of mess charges. A refundable security deposit of Rs. 5,000 is also required. Students are advised to apply for hostel accommodation early as seats are limited. No adjustment is made for leave or premature withdrawal from the hostel.

Ques. What is the Operations Club at ITS Ghaziabad and how does it benefit Operations Management students?

Ans. ITS Ghaziabad has a dedicated Operations Club called Sankriya which organises activities, competitions, industry visits, and workshops specifically relevant to operations and supply chain management. Past activities have included visits to companies like Indian Oil Corporation, Mother Dairy, and UFLEX Ltd. The club also organises inter-college competitions and business simulation exercises, giving students practical exposure to real-world operations challenges beyond the classroom.