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SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)
NMIMS is one of India’s most reputed Deemed-to-be Universities, founded by SVKM in 1981 and granted deemed status in 2003. Its School of Business Management is consistently ranked among India’s top-10 B-schools. NMIMS CDOE, launched in 2013, delivers UGC-DEB-entitled online degrees (MBA, BBA, B.Com) with strong corporate recognition, a premium fee position, and a large alumni and hiring-partner network. It is generally positioned as the premium-tier online university in India.
Is NMIMS Right For You?
Good Fit If You
- Working professionals seeking a premium, recognised online MBA
- Candidates who value brand prestige and corporate recognition over lowest cost
- Commerce/management graduates and students wanting BBA/B.Com from a top-tier deemed university
- Learners who want strong digital learning + alumni network
Think Twice If You
- Among the most expensive online universities in India
- Placement is via optional paid Career Services, not guaranteed campus placement
- Limited program breadth online vs peers (mainly MBA/BBA/B.Com) — fewer UG/PG arts/science options
- NIRF ranks cited are for the parent university, not the online mode
NMIMS Online Programs & Fees
Every online program offered — duration, eligibility and specializations at a glance.
MBA · PG · 2 yrs
Total fee: ₹1,96,000 · Per sem: ₹55,000
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised University (or AIU-recognised equivalent) with min 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
MBA WX · PG · 2 yrs
Eligibility: Graduate with relevant work experience (see official site).
BBA · UG · 3 yrs
Total fee: ₹1,31,000 · Per sem: ₹25,000
Eligibility: 10+2 (HSC) in any discipline from a recognised Board with min 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
BBA (Business Analytics) · UG · 3 yrs
Total fee: ₹1,45,000 · Per sem: ₹30,000
Eligibility: 10+2 in any discipline with min 50% (45% reserved).
B.Com · UG · 3 yrs
Total fee: ₹94,000 · Per sem: ₹18,000
Eligibility: 10+2 in any discipline with min 50% (45% reserved).
Specializations Across NMIMS Programs
NMIMS Fees, EMI & Scholarships
| Program | Per semester | Total fee | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | ₹55,000 | ₹1,96,000 | Get Details |
| MBA WX | — | — | Get Details |
| BBA | ₹25,000 | ₹1,31,000 | Get Details |
| BBA (Business Analytics) | ₹30,000 | ₹1,45,000 | Get Details |
| B.Com | ₹18,000 | ₹94,000 | Get Details |
EMI & Payment
No-cost/standard EMI of 3, 6, 9 or 12 months via credit cards of HDFC, ICICI, Axis, Citi, Standard Chartered, HSBC and Kotak Mahindra. Loan facility available even without a credit card.
Scholarships
- 20% concession on program fee for Armed Forces, Defence, Paramilitary personnel and their immediate family
Program-wise Eligibility
| Program | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| MBA | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised University (or AIU-recognised equivalent) with min 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD). |
| MBA WX | Graduate with relevant work experience (see official site). |
| BBA | 10+2 (HSC) in any discipline from a recognised Board with min 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD). |
| BBA (Business Analytics) | 10+2 in any discipline with min 50% (45% reserved). |
| B.Com | 10+2 in any discipline with min 50% (45% reserved). |
How To Apply To NMIMS
Register online at online.nmims.edu; a student counsellor gets in touch
Document submission — upload Gazette-attested academic and KYC documents
Fee submission — pay online or by DD favouring ‘SVKM’s NMIMS’ payable at Mumbai
Confirmation — on document, payment and verification approval a Student Number is issued
documents needed
How You’ll Learn At NMIMS
Platform & Delivery
LMS: NMIMS Student Portal (LMS + Student Administrative System), mobile-app based
Live classes: Live teaching sessions, doubt-clearing sessions, industry-expert sessions and masterclasses, all recorded for later access
Recorded lectures: Yes · Mobile app: Yes
What’s Inside The LMS
- 24×7 access to live & recorded lectures
- Four-quadrant UGC learning model (recorded videos, live sessions, digital materials, discussion forums, self-assessment quizzes)
- Digital library of scholarly articles, whitepapers, case studies, journals
- Discussion forums and ‘Post a query’ faculty connect
- Masterclasses, industry-expert sessions, case-study discussions, podcasts
Career & Placement Support
What You Get
- Optional Career Services (additional fee) — mentoring, soft-skills and technical guidance
- Access to 500+ hiring partners
- Global NMIMS CDOE alumni network
- Note: online CDOE offers career assistance, NOT guaranteed campus placement
Our Honest Note
NMIMS provides placement assistance, not a guaranteed job. Any recruiter or salary figures associated with NMIMS generally reflect its full-time campus programs, not online-mode outcomes. Your results depend on your profile, effort and experience.
Compare NMIMS With Similar Universities
| University | NAAC | Online MBA fee |
|---|---|---|
| NMIMS | A++ (4th cycle) | ₹1,96,000 |
| Amity Online | A+ | ₹2,25,000 |
| MUJ | A+ | ₹1,80,000 |
| DY Patil Pune | A++ | ₹1,89,400 |
| SMU | A+ | ₹1,20,000 |
What Sets NMIMS Apart
- Strongest brand prestige among Indian online universities
- Higher fee tier vs Manipal/Amity
- NAAC A++ 3.67 — among the highest grades in the online segment
- No entrance exam; merit-based admission
NMIMS Online — Your Questions Answered
Recognition & validity
Is the NMIMS online MBA UGC recognized?
Yes. NMIMS is a Deemed-to-be University and its online MBA is entitled by UGC-DEB. The degree is equivalent to a regular-mode degree.
What is NMIMS’s NAAC grade?
NMIMS holds NAAC A++ accreditation with a CGPA of 3.67 in its latest (4th) cycle.
Is NMIMS ranked by NIRF?
Yes. In NIRF 2024 NMIMS ranked #21 in Management, #49 in University and #10 in Pharmacy. These ranks are for the parent university, not specifically the online mode.
Does the online degree mention ‘online’ on the certificate?
The degree is awarded by NMIMS and is equivalent to the regular degree per UGC; mode notation follows UGC norms. Confirm specifics with the university at admission.
Is the NMIMS online degree valid for government jobs and abroad?
Yes — being UGC-DEB entitled it is valid for government jobs and higher studies; NMIMS is also WES-recognised, supporting overseas credential evaluation.
Fees, EMI & scholarships
What is the total fee for the NMIMS online MBA?
₹1,96,000 total. You can pay ₹1,05,000/year, ₹55,000/semester, or the full amount at once. A ₹1,200 admission processing fee applies.
What is the fee for the online B.Com and BBA?
B.Com ₹94,000; BBA (Marketing & Finance) ₹1,31,000; BBA (Business Analytics) ₹1,45,000.
Are EMI options available?
Yes — 3/6/9/12-month EMI via credit cards of HDFC, ICICI, Axis, Citi, Standard Chartered, HSBC and Kotak Mahindra. A loan facility is also available without a credit card.
Are there scholarships?
Yes — a 20% fee concession for Armed Forces, Defence and Paramilitary personnel and their immediate family.
Can I pay the fee in installments?
Yes — semester-wise, annually, full payment, or via EMI/loan.
Why is NMIMS more expensive than other online universities?
NMIMS commands a premium for its top-10 B-school brand, NAAC A++ status, established 2013 online track record and strong corporate recognition.
Admission & eligibility
What is the eligibility for the online MBA?
A bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with at least 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
What is the eligibility for B.Com/BBA?
10+2 (HSC) in any discipline from a recognised board with at least 50% (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD).
Is there an entrance exam?
No entrance exam is required for admission to NMIMS CDOE online programs; admission is merit-based on qualifying marks.
What is ABC ID and DEB ID and why are they needed?
As per UGC rules you must create an Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) ID and a Distance Education Bureau (DEB) ID. The application cannot be submitted without them; ABC ID is required to create the DEB ID.
When are the intakes?
NMIMS CDOE typically has two intakes per year — January and July.
What documents do I need to apply?
10th/12th certificates, graduation documents (for PG), KYC/photo ID, photograph, ABC ID and DEB ID.
What is the refund/cancellation policy?
A formal cancellation and refund policy applies; details are on the NMIMS admission page. A separate refund policy document is issued.
Programs & specialisations
What specializations are available in the online MBA?
Seven: Business Management, Business Analytics, IT Management, Finance, Marketing, Operations & Data Sciences, and Human Resource.
How long is the MBA and what is its validity?
2 years (4 semesters). The program validity is 4 years, giving flexibility to working professionals.
Can I switch specialization after enrolling?
Specialization is chosen via electives in later semesters; check change rules with your counsellor at the time of election.
Does NMIMS offer a project/dissertation?
Yes — the MBA includes a 6-credit Project in the final semester; UG programs include a project too.
Exams & assessment
How are exams conducted?
Exams are online with stringent remote proctoring; you can appear from home. Exam fee is ₹800 per subject per attempt.
How learning works
How are classes delivered?
Through the NMIMS Student Portal/LMS and a mobile app, with live and recorded lectures accessible 24×7.
Are lectures recorded?
Yes. All live teaching, doubt-clearing and expert sessions are recorded and available on the portal.
Is there a digital library?
Yes — students get access to the university’s digital library of scholarly articles, whitepapers, case studies and journals.
Placement support
Does NMIMS CDOE provide placements?
NMIMS CDOE provides optional Career Services (additional fee) and access to 500+ hiring partners, plus alumni status. It is career assistance, not guaranteed campus placement.
Who are NMIMS’s recruiters?
NMIMS as a brand is recruited by firms such as Accenture, Morgan Stanley, HSBC, ICICI, Axis Bank, Mercedes-Benz, Dabur and many more (largely full-time campus). Online outcomes depend on your profile.
Student support
What support is available if I have doubts?
Call, ticket and live-chat support with a Course Co-ordinator, a toll-free number, email, and faculty ‘Post a query’.
Everything else
Will I get NMIMS alumni status?
Yes — on completion you join the worldwide NMIMS CDOE alumni network.
Is NMIMS good for working professionals?
Yes — the program is designed for flexible, self-paced study with 24×7 content access and extended program validity.
How is NMIMS CDOE different from the full-time NMIMS MBA?
CDOE is the online/distance arm with online delivery and Career Services; the full-time MBA is a campus program with on-campus placements. Placement statistics differ and should not be conflated.
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