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The MBA (Entrepreneurship) at NMIMS Mumbai is a 2-year full-time postgraduate programme offered by the Pravin Dalal School of Entrepreneurship and Family Business Management (PDSE and FBM), an initiative under the School of Business Management. Structured across 6 trimesters, the programme is specifically designed for students who want to lead and manage business enterprises or start their own ventures, covering business plan development, startup financing, design thinking, risk assessment, and solutions for emerging markets. The programme has a seat intake of 120 students, and the fees for the 2025 batch were Rs. 9,00,000 per annum (fees for 2026 batch will be declared at the time of admission). Admission is through an NMIMS-specific written test and Personal Interview (no NMAT/CAT/XAT required). The programme is popular for its entrepreneurship-centric curriculum, in-house incubation support, international immersion, and a strong network of over 4,500 entrepreneurs.

Admissions for the Batch 2026 are currently ongoing. Phase 1 registrations opened on 9th February 2026 and closed on 29th March 2026. Phase 2 registrations are open from 30th March 2026 to 24th May 2026. The programme is set to commence on 29th June 2026, with the last date of admission being 15th July 2026.

Key Points

The programme does not require NMAT/CAT/XAT scores; admission is through an NMIMS-specific written test (20 questions) and Personal Interview.
No prior business background is required; the programme is open to graduates from any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate.
The curriculum includes more than 55 entrepreneurship-focused subjects delivered by experienced academicians and industry practitioners, including Venture Capitalists.
Students get access to an in-house academic incubator with financial assistance from banks, angel investors, and venture capitalists for launching their own ventures.
Trimester VI includes an Idea Pitching and Funding Assistance module with Angel Investors and Venture Capitalists directly involved.
International immersion and industrial visits (local and international) are integral parts of the programme.
Students benefit from mentoring support throughout the programme with international connect and exposure.
The programme provides networking access to over 4,500 entrepreneurs through the NMIMS alumni and industry network.

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NMIMS MBA (Entrepreneurship) Fees

The fees for the MBA (Entrepreneurship) Batch 2025 were Rs. 9,00,000 per annum, making the total 2-year fee approximately Rs. 18,00,000. The fees for the Batch 2026 will be declared at the time of admission in the offer letter. A non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 2,500 is payable at the time of online registration. Hostel facilities are available on campus but are optional and not mandatory.

Fee Components

Fee Component	Amount
Tuition Fees (Per Annum) - Batch 2025 (Reference)	Rs. 9,00,000
Total Tuition Fees (2 Years) - Batch 2025 (Reference)	Rs. 18,00,000
Registration Fee (One-time, non-refundable)	Rs. 2,500
Hostel Fees (Optional, if availed)	As applicable
Total Fees (2 Years, excluding hostel)	Rs. 18,00,000 (Reference - Batch 2025)

Fees for Batch 2026 will be declared at the time of admission in the offer letter; the above figures are for reference based on Batch 2025.
The registration fee of Rs. 2,500 is non-refundable and non-transferable.
Hostel fees are optional and not mandatory.
Refund rules are as per UGC notification; details are shared at the time of admission.

NMIMS MBA (Entrepreneurship) Admission 2026

Admissions to the MBA (Entrepreneurship) Batch 2026 at NMIMS Mumbai are conducted in two phases. Phase 1 registrations have closed (deadline: 29th March 2026), and Phase 2 is currently open with registrations running from 30th March 2026 to 24th May 2026. The selection process involves an NMIMS-specific written test (20 questions, 40% weightage) followed by a Personal Interview (60% weightage). No NMAT, CAT, or any other national entrance exam score is required for this programme.

MBA (Entrepreneurship) Batch 2026 - Admission Dates

Sr. No.	Event	Phase 1 Date	Phase 2 Date
1	Online Registration Opens	9th February 2026	30th March 2026
2	Last Date of Online Registration	29th March 2026	24th May 2026
3	Call Letter / Admit Card Available on Dashboard	3rd April 2026	29th May 2026
4	Conduct of Test and Personal Interview (Mumbai Campus only)	6th April 2026	4th June 2026
5	Merit List Declaration	16th April 2026	11th June 2026
6	Document Upload and Payment of Admission Fees	16th - 21st April 2026	11th - 17th June 2026
7	Registration and Inauguration Programme	29th June 2026	29th June 2026
8	Closure of Admission / Last Date of Admission	15th July 2026	15th July 2026

The test and personal interview are conducted at the Mumbai campus only. No NMAT/CAT/XAT score is required for this programme.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate (45% for reserved categories as per UGC norms).
Good oral and written communication skills.
No prior business background is required; total commitment to self-improvement is expected.

Admission Process

Step 1: Register online at www.nmims.edu, pay the non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 2,500, and complete the application form.
Step 2: Download the call letter / admit card from the login dashboard and upload required documents.
Step 3: Appear for the NMIMS written test (20 questions covering Data Interpretation, Logical Reasoning, Verbal Ability, and Current Affairs and Business) and Personal Interview at Mumbai Campus only.
Step 4: Selected candidates must confirm provisional admission by filling the e-admission form, uploading documents, and paying fees within the stipulated timeline.

NMIMS MBA (Entrepreneurship) Scholarships 2026

NMIMS Mumbai offers government-based and merit-based scholarships to eligible students. The Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships is available for economically weaker sections from General, SC, ST, and physically handicapped categories. Students are encouraged to explore national scholarship portals and government schemes for additional financial support.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Central Sector Scheme of Scholarships	As per government norms	Economically weaker sections (General/SC/ST/PH)
National Scholarship Portal Schemes	As per scheme norms	Based on merit and income criteria
NMIMS Merit-based Scholarships	As declared by the university	Based on academic performance

Students should check the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) for applicable government scholarships.
Scholarship details and amounts are subject to change; students should verify at the time of admission.
Refund rules are as per UGC notification.

NMIMS MBA (Entrepreneurship) Placement 2026

The MBA (Entrepreneurship) programme is primarily designed for students who want to start their own ventures or join/scale family businesses. For those seeking corporate placements, the average package has been reported at around Rs. 7 LPA from unofficial sources. The programme's real value lies in its entrepreneurial ecosystem, mentoring, and network of over 4,500 entrepreneurs rather than traditional corporate placements.

Placement Highlights

Aspect	Details
Average Package (Corporate)	Rs. 7 LPA (unofficial sources)
Primary Focus	Entrepreneurship, family business
Network Strength	Over 4,500 entrepreneurs

NMIMS Mumbai MBA Entrepreneurship Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#19 out of 372 in India 2025

#7th in Mumbai

NIRF Ranking

#24 out of 125 in India 2025

#4th in Mumbai

#5 in Maharashtra

IIRF Ranking

#5 out of 122 in Top Private Colleges in India 2025

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NMIMS MBA (Entrepreneurship) FAQs

Ques. Is NMAT or CAT required for admission to the MBA (Entrepreneurship) programme at NMIMS?

Ans. No. Unlike the MBA (Core) programme at NMIMS SBM which requires NMAT scores, the MBA (Entrepreneurship) programme at PDSE and FBM has its own selection process consisting of an NMIMS-specific written test (20 questions) and a Personal Interview. No NMAT, CAT, XAT, or any other national entrance exam score is required.

Ques. Do I need to have a family business or prior business experience to apply?

Ans. No. The 2026 handout explicitly states that no business background is required. The programme is open to any graduate with minimum 50% marks. However, students with family business backgrounds or entrepreneurial aspirations tend to benefit most from the programme's curriculum and ecosystem.

Ques. What is the actual fee for the MBA (Entrepreneurship) programme?

Ans. The fees for the Batch 2025 were Rs. 9,00,000 per annum, making the total 2-year fee approximately Rs. 18,00,000. The fees for Batch 2026 will be declared at the time of admission in the offer letter. A non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 2,500 is payable at the time of online registration.

Ques. Does NMIMS provide incubation or funding support for students who want to start their own ventures?

Ans. Yes. NMIMS has an in-house academic incubator that supports students in launching their ventures. Financial assistance is facilitated through banks, angel investors, and venture capitalists. Trimester VI specifically includes an Idea Pitching and Funding Assistance module where Angel Investors and VCs are directly involved.

Ques. What is the placement scenario for MBA (Entrepreneurship) graduates from NMIMS?

Ans. The MBA (Entrepreneurship) programme is primarily designed for students who want to start their own ventures or join/scale family businesses. For those seeking corporate placements, the average package has been reported at around Rs. 7 LPA from unofficial sources. The programme's real value lies in its entrepreneurial ecosystem, mentoring, and network of over 4,500 entrepreneurs rather than traditional corporate placements.

Ques. Is the test and personal interview conducted only in Mumbai?

Ans. Yes. The NMIMS written test and Personal Interview for the MBA (Entrepreneurship) programme are conducted at the Mumbai campus only, regardless of where the candidate is based.