IBS Hyderabad established in 1995 is a constituent of the ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education. IBS Hyderabad is one of the top management institutes that was ranked 40th as per NIRF 2023. IBS Hyderabad offers a flagship MBA program of 2 years with an intake of around 843 - 929 students. The institute is accredited 

IBS Hyderabad MBA admission is based on exams like IBSAT/ CAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ GMAT, followed by a Micro Presentation and a Personal Interview. IBS Hyderabad MBA fees in INR 17.01 Lakhs, whereas the average package is INR 9.7 LPA and the highest package is INR 36.76 LPA, during the 2024 placement drive. 

IBS Hyderabad MBA 

  • IBS Hyderabad MBA is a 2-year full-time program known for offering case-based learning. 
  • IBS Hyderabad offers MBA specialization in Finance, Marketing, HR, and OP & IT. 
  • The admissions to all the IBS campuses are held together and the top scorers usually get IBS Hyderabad campus. 
  • The course curriculum includes foundational courses in the first year and electives courses in the second year. Then there are summer internships and projects that offer outclass credits.
  • IBS Hyderabad also offers an Executive MBA for candidates with work experience and a Weekend MBA for those who do not want a career break and want to continue their studies along with their jobs. 

IBS Hyderabad MBA Fee

The MBA fees at IBS Hyderabad is INR 17.01 Lakhs for 2 years. The fees for executive and weekend MBA programs are as follows:

Courses Program Fees 
MBA  INR 17.01 Lakhs 
MBA Executive  INR 5.25 Lakhs 
MBA Weekend Program  INR 5.25 Lakhs 

IBS Hyderabad Courses 

The highlights of all the courses offered by IBS Hyderabad are as follows:

Courses Duration  Course Details 
MBA  2 years  Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks.
Selection Criteria: IBSAT/ GMAT/ CAT/ NMAT/ XAT + Micro Presentation + Personal Interview. 
MBA Executive  21 Months Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks and 2 years of work experience.
Selection Criteria: Micro Presentation + Personal Interview 
MBA Weekend Program  2 years  Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks and professional work experience
Selection Criteria: Personal Interview 
MA Economics  2 years  Eligibility: Graduation with a minimum of 50% marks in Economics / Statistics / Mathematics / Commerce / Business Administration / Accountancy.
Selection Criteria: Personal Interview 
BBA / B.Com/ BA Economics  3 - 4 Years Eligibility: 10+2 with 50% marks.
Selection Criteria: Merit + Personal Interview

The admission into the MBA program offered by IBS Hyderabad is based on IBSAT or GMAT/ CAT/ NMAT scores, followed by a Micro Presentation and a Personal Interview. The application program usually starts in July. 

IBSAT 

It is an entrance examination conducted by the ICFAI Foundation for Highest Education for admission into the MBA/ PhD programs of IBS Hyderabad. It is a computer-based test of 2 hours that includes 4 sections: Verbal Ability, Reading Comprehension, Quantitative Aptitude, and Data adequacy and Data Interpretation. The IBSAT exam is held every year in December. 

Check: IBSAT Exam Pattern and Marking Schemes

The scores of exams like GMAT, CAT, NMAT or XAT are also accepted in place of IBSAT. The scores of the last 3 years are also accepted. 

IBSAT 2024 registrations have started and the IBSAT event dates are as follows:

Events Dates
IBSAT 2024 Application July 01, 2024 – 3rd Week of December 2024
IBSAT 2024 Test Dates December 28 – 29, 2024
IBSAT 2024 Results 1st Week of January 2025
Selection Briefings 2nd Week of January 2025
Selection Process for MBA/ PGPM Program February/ March 2025

Check: How one can prepare for IBSAT and other such exam

MBA Selection Process

  • The applicants will be shortlisted based on their exam scores and will be called for the further selection process in February or March. 
  • The selection process will include a Micro Presentation and a Personal Interview. 
  • The past academic performance of Class Xth, XIIth and Graduation will also be considered for the final selection. 

IBS Hyderabad Cutoff 2024

IBS Hyderabad CAT cutoff and XAT cutoff is 60 Percentile. 

Exam Name Cutoff
CAT 60 Percentile
XAT 60 Percentile
GMAT 500+
NMAT 150+

IBS Hyderabad Placement 2024

  • IBS Hyderabad has recorded a 95% placement during the 2024 placement drive, with the participation of 750+ recruiting companies. 
  • The highest package at INR 36.76 LPA (International) and INR 26.19 LPA (Domestic). 
  • The Top 5% Average CTC stood at INR 16.28 LPA, Top 10% Average CTC stood at INR 14.75 LPA, Top 25% Average CTC stood at INR 12.55 LPA and the Median CTC was INR 9.70 LPA.
  • Financial Services, Banking, IT/ITES & Consulting are Top Recruiting Sectors at IBS Hyderabad.

Comparison among IBS Hyderabad, IMI Kolkata, NMIMS Hyderabad, Welingkar Mumbai and SIBM Nagpur

Institute Name Intake MBA Fees Average CTC Highest CTC
IBS Hyderabad - INR 17.01 Lakhs INR 10.42 LPA INR 26.19 LPA (Domestic)
INR 36.37 LPA (International)
IMI Kolkata 290 INR 14.50 Lakhs INR 10.65 LPA INR 14 LPA
NMIMS Hyderabad 240 INR 20 Lakhs  INR 13.01 LPA INR 28.5 LPA
Welingkar Mumbai 720 INR 14 Lakhs  INR 12.53 LPA INR 40 LPA
SIBM Nagpur 180  INR 16.30 Lakhs  INR 11.5 LPA INR 18 LPA

IBS Hyderabad Rank 2024

IBS Hyderabad has been ranked 6th among the top 100 management institutes in India by the Times B-School Survey 2024. It was also ranked 40th, by NIRF 2023 among the top management institutes in India.

IBS Hyderabad ranking is as follows:

Ranking Body  Category Rank
Times B-School Ranking 2024 Top 100 Management Institutes 6
IIRF Ranking 2024 Private B-School 15
NIRF 2023 Management 40
Business Today 2023 Top B-School  23

IBS Hyderabad Campus

IBS Hyderabad is spread over 91 acres of land. It is a fully residential campus and is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. The campus includes academic blocks with classrooms, lecture theatres, tutorial rooms, conference halls, seminar halls, an auditorium, a library, a computer lab, faculty rooms, meeting rooms, administrative offices, an academic office, a student support services office, and a career management centre. 

IBS Hyderabad has hostels available for its students. There are rooms with a common and attached washrooms. Hygiene is one of the top priorities in the campus. The washrooms are cleaned almost every day and the housekeeping comes every weekend to clean the rooms. There is a clinic and an ambulance available within the campus for any emergency. 

IBS Hyderabad Campus

Then there are sports and recreational facilities like a swimming pool, a gym, indoor games like hess, carrom, table tennis, and outdoor games like Football, Cricket, Badminton, Squash etc. 

IBS Hyderabad Campus

IBS Hyderabad has a very vibrant club culture. There are around 28 - 30 clubs, cells and committees that organize and manage extracurricular activities. These clubs and committees are student-run and are mentored by around 20 faculty members. 

Reasons to Choose IBS Hyderabad

Some of the reasons to choose IBS Hyderabad for MBA is as follows:

  • Infrastructure - IBS Hyderabad has a sprawling campus spread over 91 acres, offering facilities such as a swimming pool, gym, playground for different sports activities, well-equipped library, and residential hostels. 
  • ROI- IBS Hyderabad has a decent ROI. The fees of the MBA program is INR 17.01 Lakhs and the average package is INR 9.7 LPA. 
  • Club Activities - IBS Hyderabad has around 30 clubs and committees for almost everything. This provides an opportunity for the students to indulge in extracurricular activities and groom themselves for the corporate world.
  • Admission - IBS Hyderabad admissions are not that tough. The students with the 60 percentile in CAT can also make it to IBS Hyderabad. Also, the IBS Hyderabad has a huge batch size, so it also reduces the competition. So candidates who have a low CAT or XAT score and want to go to a good management school can prefer IBS.
  • Loans - IBS Hyderabad is in the A list of all the big banks and therefore it becomes very much easier for the students to get the education loan. IBS Hyderabad also offers scholarships worth INR 10 crore to the meritorious students. 
  • 29 Years of excellence in management education
  • Top recruiters from Financial Services, Banking, IT services and Consulting
  • 10% of alumni in global career roles
  • 100% Case based teaching
  • 95% + placements
  • 70000 Alumni

IBS Hyderabad FAQ

Ques. Is it difficult to get into IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. Admission into IBS Hyderabad is relatively easy. The candidates can either use their scores for CAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ GMAT or can appear for IBSAT. Since the intake is huge the cutoff for MBA admission is not that high. Candidates with the 60 percentile in CAT/ XAT can be shortlisted.

Ques. What is the highest package in IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. The highest package in IBS Hyderabad is INR 36.76 LPA for international and INR 26.19 LPA for domestic. 

Ques. How much percentile is required for IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. For admission into IBS Hyderabad, the candidates should have at least 60 percentile in CAT or XAT. 

Ques. What is the cutoff for IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. The cutoff for IBS Hyderabad is as follows:

  • CAT/ XAT - 60 Percentile 
  • NMAT - 150+ score
  • GMAT - 500+ score

Ques. Is there any dress code for IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. There is no dress code for MBA students. However, they need to wear formals for presentations and during placements. Wearing shorts is not allowed in the academic block area and in the Library. There is a proper uniform for BBA and law students.

Ques. How is the IBS Hyderabad campus?

Ans. IBS Hyderabad is spread over 91 acres of land. It is a fully residential campus and is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. The campus includes academic blocks with classrooms, lecture theatres, tutorial rooms, conference halls, seminar halls, an auditorium, a library, a computer lab, faculty rooms, meeting rooms, administrative offices, an academic office, a student support services office, and a career management centre.

Ques. How can I get selected for IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. The selection into IBS Hyderabad depends on the performance of the candidate in the entrance exam, Micro Presentation, and personal interview. The previous academic records are also considered during the final selection process.

Micro-Presentation in Selection process is a brief talk or presentation where candidates demonstrate their presentation skills, communication, and ability to think quickly. Candidates have the opportunity to select one out of three topics. The Micro-Presentation is of 4 minutes: 1 minute for preparation and 3 minutes for delivering the presentation.
Personal Interview is an important part of the Selection Process. Each candidate will be interviewed for 5-7 minutes. The interview panel focuses on assessing the attitude and aspirations of the candidates besides evaluating their General Knowledge, communication skills, clarity of thought and expression, as well as aptitude for a career in management.

Check IBS Hyderabad Admission Process.

Ques. Which is better, KJ Somaiya or IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. Both KJ Somaiya and IBS Hyderabad are the top private management institutes in India that are ranked in the NIRF ranking link. Let's compare some of the factors to come to a conclusion:

  • Ranking: KJ Somaiya has been ranked 45th by NIRF 2023 and IBS Hyderabad has been ranked 40th. 
  • Intake: The intake for KJ Somaliya is 600+ and for IBS Hyderabad is around 843 - 929.
  • MBA Fees: The total MBA fees of KJ Somaiya is INR 20.87 Lakhs and for IBS Hyderabad is INR 17.01 Lakhs. 
  • Average Package: The average package of KJ Somaiya is INR 12.32 LPA and for IBS Hyderabad is INR 10.42 LPA.

Both colleges are almost similar when comparing the ranking, intake, fees, and average package. The candidates can choose any one of them. 

Ques. Does IBS Hyderabad accept CAT scores for MBA?

Ans. Yes, IBS Hyderabad accepts CAT scores for admission into MBA programs.

Ques. How many seats are there in IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. IBS Hyderabad has around 843 - 929 seats for its MBA program and for the academic year 2025-27, it can go around 1200.

Ques. Is it easy to crack IBSAT?

Ans. Yes, it is easier to crack the IBSAT compared to the other management exams like CAT, XAT, CMAT, etc. There are a total of 140 questions, divided into four sections. Each of these questions carries one mark. Since there is no negative marking, the IBSAT is relatively less challenging.

Ques. Is IBSAT compulsory for IBS Hyderabad MBA admission?

Ans. No, IBSAT is not compulsory for admission into ISB Hyderabad MBA admission.  A valid score in CAT/ NMAT/ GMAT/ XAT is also considered. 

Ques. What is a good score in IBSAT?

Ans. IBS Hyderabad does not release the IBSAT cutoff, but a score above 72 - 77 is a good score to be considered for MBA admission.

Ques. What is the fees for IBS Hyderabad MBA?

Ans. The fees for IBS Hyderabad MBA program is INR 17.01 lakhs for 2 years. 

Ques. What are the hostel fees of IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. The hostel fees of IBS Hyderabad is INR 60,000 per semester. 

Ques. How many colleges accept iBSAT scores?

Ans. 9 colleges i.e. all the IBS campuses accept IBSAT scores for admission into MBA and doctorate programs. 

Ques. Is a hostel compulsory at IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. Yes, Hostel is compulsory at IBS Hyderabad because it offers a fully residential MBA program. The students will be allotted non-A/c Single rooms with a common washroom facility. The accommodation and mess expenses have to be borne by the student.

Ques. What is the rank of IBS Hyderabad in NIRF?

Ans. IBS Hyderabad has been ranked 40 by NIRF 2023 among the top management institutes in India. 

Ques. How are placements in IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. During the 2024 placement drive at IBS Hyderabad, the institute recorded a placement of 95% with the highest package at INR 36.76 LPA and the average package at INR 9.7 LPA. Check IBS Hyderabad Placement Report

Ques. Can I get direct admission into IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. No, IBS Hyderabad offers admission only based on merit. The candidates will have to appear for IBSAT or CAT, XAT, NMAT or GMAT. 

Ques. What is the salary after MBA in IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. The average salary after an MBA from IBS Hyderabad is around INR 10.42 LPA, based on the 2023 placement drive. 

Ques. Does IBSAT have a negative marking?

Ans. No, there is no negative marking in the IBSAT and therefore it is relatively less challenging than the other management exams. Also, the question paper has 50 questions with moderate difficulty and the verbal ability section dominates. 

Ques. What are the courses offered by IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. IBS Hyderabad offers UG, PG, Doctorate and Certificate courses. The IBS Hyderabad courses in all the degree levels are as follows:

  • UG - BBA, BA (Economics), B.Com
  • PG - MBA, MA (Economics), Executive MBA, MBA (Weekend Program)
  • Doctorate - PhD, PhD (Economics)

Ques. Who is eligible for the MBA program at IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. Anyone who holds a Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks or is in the final year of graduation can apply for the MBA program at IBS Hyderabad.

Ques. Is it compulsory to have work experience for admission into the IBS Hyderabad MBA program?

Ans. No, it is not compulsory to have work experience for admission into the MBA program at IBS Hyderabad. However, work experience is required for admission into the Executive MBA program. 

Ques. What is the eligibility for the Executive MBA program at IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. The candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks and 2 Years of Work Experience.

Ques. How can I get admission into the UG courses at IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. Admission into the UG courses like BBA, BA (Economics), and B.Com is based on merit or class 12th and a personal interview. 

Ques. What is the fees for the BBA program at IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. The fees for the MBA program is INR 10.02 Lakhs per semester. 

Ques. What is the admission process for the Executive MBA program at IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. The admission into the Executive MBA program at IBS Hyderabad is based on merit, followed by a Micro Presentation and a Personal Interview. 

Ques. What is the fees for the PhD students at IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. The fees for the IBS Hyderabad PhD students is waived off but the PhD part-time students have to pay INR 60,000 per semester. 

Ques. Does IBS Hyderabad offer a stipend to its PhD students?

Ans. Yes, The full-time Ph.D students will be paid a stipend of Rs. 25,000 per month in the first year. It would be increased to Rs. 35,000 per month subject to passing the Ph.D qualifying examination and further increased to Rs. 40,000 per month subject to the successful defence of the Ph.D proposal up to the completion of four years of Ph.D Program or completion of Ph.D Thesis, whichever is earlier.

Ques. What is the PhD admission process at IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. The PhD admission at IBS Hyderabad is based on IBSAT, followed by a Micro Presentation and a Personal Interview. The candidates who have a valid score in CAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ GMAT are exempted from the IBSAT exam. 

Ques. What are the exams accepted by IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. IBS Hyderabad accepts IBSAT/ CAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ GMAT exams for admission into the MBA and PhD admission. 

Ques. Does IBS Hyderabad provide accommodation facilities to the PhD students?

Ans. Yes, IBS Hyderabad offers free single on-campus accommodation to first-year PhD students. The candidates are allotted individual non-AC rooms with a common washroom facility.

Ques. What are the application fees for IBSAT?

Ans. The application fee for IBSAT is INR 1,800. 

Ques. How many companies visited IBS Hyderabad during the 2024 placement drive?

Ans. Around 750+ companies visited IBS Hyderabad during the 2024 placement drive.

Ques. How can I get admission into IBS Hyderabad after the 12th?

Ans. The candidates can apply to IBS Hyderabad UG courses like BBA, BA (Economics), and BCom programs after completion of class 12th. 

Ques. What are the BA (Economics) fees at IBS Hyderabad?

Ans. The BA (Economics) fees at IBS Hyderabad are INR 3.20 lakhs in total. 

Ques. Does IBS offers scholarships to the students?

Ans. IBS offers scholarship worth INR 10 crore to the top performers of the IBSAT test. The eligibility criteria for scholarship is given below: 

● For Toppers in IBSAT Candidates who secure top ranks in IBSAT
● For Wards of IBS Alumni
● For Physically Challenged Candidates
● For Wards of Defence Personnel (In-service/retired) from Army, Airforce, Navy, and Paramilitary Forces.

IBS aims to award 500 merit scholarships, amounting to INR 2 lakh per student which is to be adjusted in the first and second term installments against the program fee.