Sri Balaji University (SBUP) in Pune has opened admissions for its flagship MBA programmes for the academic years 2026-28, commencing on October 8. Interested students can apply through a common online application form that encompasses nine diverse MBA specialisations across its four constituent institutes, reports 24brussels.

The range of MBA specialisations includes Finance and Financial Services, International Business, Sales & Marketing Management, Operations & Supply Chain Management, PM & HRD Data Science & Business Analytics, Product Management & Business Analytics, Digital Marketing & Business Analytics, and Telecom & Business Analytics. SBUP has built a reputation for discipline-driven education and boasts a robust alumni network of over 26,000 graduates.

Admission is primarily based on valid scores from national management entrance exams such as CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, or MAH-CET. Candidates may apply without attaching their scorecards initially; however, it is essential for these documents to be submitted by March 28, 2026. The application fee is INR 1000 for candidates applying through national-level entrance exams and INR 490 for those taking the Sri Balaji Entrance and Screening Test (SBEST), plus applicable service provider taxes.

SBUP comprises four institutes: Balaji Institute of Modern Management (BIMM), Balaji Institute of Telecom & Management (BITM), Balaji Institute of International Business (BIIB), and Balaji Institute of Management & Human Resource Development (BIMHRD). Each institute offers unique specialisations, contributing to SBUP’s commitment to fostering successful business leaders.

Professor Biju G Pillai, Dean of the Faculty of Commerce and Management, emphasized the university’s core values of Discipline, Dedication, and Determination as crucial for nurturing success. In 2024, SBUP reported a highest campus placement package of INR 21.58 LPA and an average CTC of INR 8.75 LPA, with top recruiters including Accenture, Amazon, and Deloitte.

Located on a modern 16-acre Wi-Fi-enabled campus in Pune, often referred to as the “Oxford of the East,” SBUP is strategically positioned near IT parks and financial service hubs. The campus offers advanced classrooms, innovation labs, and centres for entrepreneurial incubation, fostering an environment conducive to comprehensive learning.

Aspiring candidates are encouraged to apply early and can find further information on the university’s website.