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KJ Somaiya Institute of Management, Mumbai has closed the MBA admissions for 2021-23 batch. Now based on CAT 2021 scores admission will be offered to CAT Cut off qualified candidates in the MBA batch of 2022-24 in the month of February 2022. The qualifying marks to become eligible for the admission process at the institute are 90 for the general category candidates. 

Other than CAT Score, the institute also accepts XAT, GMAT, and CMAT scores while foreign candidates can apply via GMAT Score. The total number of seats available are 408+. Candidates qualifying CAT 2021 can participate in the admission process of the institute which includes GD, PI as part of the selection process. 

The institute no longer awards PGDM and has changed its courses to MBA degree programmes. K J Somaiya has added two more full time 2 years MBA programmes to its earlier six MBA programmes. Apart from MBA, MBA(IB), MBA (RM), MBA(FS), MBA(IMC), MBA (HCM), K J Somaiya has launched MBA (HR) and MBA (Sports Management).

KJ Somaiya Admission Dates

KJ Somaiya Important Dates for CAT 2021 Admission

K J Somaiya Admission 2021 Activity Date (Tentative)
Last date of submission of the application form February 2022
Shortlisting of candidates for GD-PI February 2022
Case-Based GD February 2022
PI February 2022
Declaration of Result February 2022
Program commencement July 2022

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KJ Somaiya Eligibility

KJ Somaiya Eligibility Criteria

  • X and XII class- The aggregate of all subjects will be counted for KJ Somaiya admission.
  • Bachelor’s Degree- Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent in any discipline.
    • Candidate must obtain a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in a minimum of 3 years education
    • Candidates appearing in the final year of their bachelor’s degree or equivalent are also eligible if they furnish proof of meeting the minimum eligibility criteria by July 31st, without fail.
  • Work Experience- Applying candidates can be freshers or persons with relevant work experience. 5% of weightage will be given to work experience. 
KJ Somaiya Application

How to Apply at KJ Somaiya through CAT 2020?

  • Log in to the official website of K J Somaiya
  • Click on ‘Online Admission’ available on the homepage.
  • Create a new account using your details like email address, and a mobile number.
  • The Application form will be displayed on the screen. Fill academic and personal details.
  • Pay the application fee through demand draft or Net Banking.
  • A confirmation mail will be sent to your registered email address.
KJ Somaiya Selection Process

KJ Somaiya Selection Process

  • Candidates will be first shortlisted based on their Test score in the CAT /CMAT /XAT /GMAT.
  • Candidates are separated based on their Profile score.
  • Scores of all the above entrance exams will be normalized for comparison.
  • Shortlisted candidates will also have to choose their GD/PI centers.
  • Merit list of the shortlisted candidates will be Declared by the consolidated for all PGDM programs (IB/RM/FS/Comm.)
  • A separate Exclusive merit list will be declared for 18 seats (quota in PGDM) for Foreign national / PIO / Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries.
  • Candidates will also have to fill Programme preference online and the Detailed instructions will be displayed later on the official website.
  • CAT Counselling will be conducted where the candidate will be offered the choice of the program based on their program preferences, Merit position, and availability of the seats.
  • Candidates will be called for counseling at different time slots depending on the rank in the Merit List.
  • Merit list will be declared along with the Admissions Cut-off date.

KJ Somaiya Selection Parameters

  • Qualifying Exam – 50%
  • Personal Interview – 30%
  • Statement of Purpose – 5%
  • Past Academic Records – 5%
  • Outstanding Achievements – 10%

Marks for Past Academic Records

  • SSC / Class X – Max Mark will be 1
    • Less than 60% (0)
    • 60% ≤ 69.99% (0.25)
    • 70% ≤ 79.99% (0.5)
    • Above 80% (1)
  • HSC / Class XII – Max Mark will be 1
    • Less than 60% (0)
    • 60% ≤ 69.99% (0.25)
    • 70% ≤ 79.99% (0.5)
    • Above 80% (1)
  • Graduation – Max Mark will be 2
    • Less than 60% (0)
    • 60% ≤ 69.99% (0.5)
    • 70% ≤ 79.99% (1)
    • Above 80% (2)
  • Additional Qualification – Max Mark will be 1
    • Any PG /M Phil (1)

Marks for Achievements

  • Sports – Maximum Marks 3
    • University / District level (1)
    • State Level (2)
    • International /National Level (3)
  • Extra-Curricular Activity – Maximum Marks 3
    • University / District level (1)
    • State Level (2)
    • International /National Level (3)
  • Award Rewards – Maximum Marks 4
    • Awards, Publication, Rewards at the workplace by external agency or organization, Recognition, CSR activities etc.

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KJ Somaiya CAT Cutoff

KJ Somaiya CAT Cutoff 2021

Category VARC DI & LR QA Overall
General 85 80 80 90
NC-OBC 75 70 70 80
SC 70 65 65 75
ST 60 60 60 75
DA 60 60 60 75

Factors affecting CAT Cut off

  • Difficulty level of exam
  • Number of test takers
  • Number of candidates qualifying the exam
  • Number of seats
  • Difficulty Level of the exam in the year
KJ Somaiya Courses

MBA Programmes offered by KJ Somaiya

The institute offers eight full time 2 years MBA programmes with an intake of 570 seats along with other important regular executive and doctoral management programmes.

  • MBA: 240 Seats
  • MBA (IB): 60 Seats
  • MBA (FS): 60 Seats
  • MBA (RM): 60 Seats
  • MBA (IMC): 60 Seats
  • MBA (HR): 30 Seats
  • MBA (HCM): 30 Seats
  • MBA (SM): 30 Seats

Candidates are also offered various elective courses, summer internships programs and Pedagogy which includes a combination of lectures, case discussions, presentations, assignments and project work.

KJ Somaiya Fee Structure

KJ Somaiya MBA Program Fees 2021

MBA 2021-23 Programme Programme Fee 2021-23 Batch
MBA 2021-23 Rs.16,29,279
MBA (International Business) 2021-23 Rs.16,29,279
MBA (Financial Services) 2021-23 Rs.16,29,279
MBA (Integrated Marketing Communication)2021-23 Rs.16,29,279
MBA (Retail Management) 2021-23 Rs.16,29,279
MBA (Health Care Management) 2021-23 Rs.16,29,279
MBA (Human Resources) 2021-23 Rs.16,29,279
MBA (Sports Management) 2021-23 Rs.16,29,279
MBA – DSA (Data Science and Analytics) Rs.16,29,279

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Frequently Asked Questions

Ques – What are the number of seat in PGDM course at K J Somaiya?

Ans – There are 120 approved seats plus 18 supernumerary quotas for FN/PIO/ CIWGC for PGDM program. Seats for NRI candidates is included in 120 approved seats. 

Ques – What specializations are offered in PGDM course?

Ans – Below given are the specialization in which PGDM course is offered at K J Somaiya:

  • Marketing
  • Finance
  • Operations
  • Human Resources

Ques – When can a student choose the specialization?

Ans – Courses offered to the candidates in the first year is common for all. In the second year, the student can choose the specialization field only in the case of PGDM program.

Ques – Is PGDM at K J Somaiya a residential program?

Ans – Yes, PGDM at K J Somaiya is compulsorily residential. 

Ques – What are the total intakes in different management programs at K J Somaiya?

Ans – Total intakes in different management programs at K J Somaiya is mentioned below:

Program Seat Intake
PGDM 120+15% Supernumerary seats
PGDM – International Business 60 seats
PGDM – Retail Management 60 seats
PGDM – Financial Services 60 seats
PGDM – Communication 60 seats
PGDM – Healthcare Management 30 seats

Ques – What is the fee structure of PGDM program for an Indian student?

Ans – The fee structure of PGDM program is given below:

Annual Fee: Rs.  6,48,200/-
Caution Money:  10000/- (Refundable)
Total:  6,58,200/-

*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.

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