Latest Update:Applicants are open now for IBSAT-exempted applicants by submitting NMAT by GMAC™/CAT/XAT/GMAT™ valid scores.
CAT score of 60 percentile and above
NMAT by GMAC™ score of 150 and above
XAT score of 60 percentile and above
GMAT™ score of 500 and above
The last date to Apply 31st Jan.
Qualified applicants will receive advance communication regarding the selection process, which is set to take place from February 10th to 18th.
No scholarships will be applied to IBSAT-exempted applicants
The commencement of ICFAI Business School, Pune commonly referred to as IBS Pune, took place in the academic year of 1995 and the institute proved to be one of the best B-Schools in the country. The institute is located in Pune, Maharashtra. The school mainly offers two-year full-time Management programs. Pune city is known as “the Oxford of the East” and IBS Pune serves as a proof that provides world class management education.
IBS Pune is one of the Best Business School in Pune. The school has taken up the responsibility to transform students into future leaders with a global perspective.
The school is engaged in providing courses in the field of management. The program offered underIBS Pune Coursesis Postgraduate Program in Management (PGPM). The program offered in the field of management is affiliated to ICFAI University.
For admission to the program offered, it is necessary for a candidate to hold a bachelor’s degree in the relevant field from a recognized university.
Along with a bachelor’s degree, the candidates must possess a valid score in IBSAT, CAT, GMAT, NMAT examination that is conducted by the university.
The final selection is based on candidates’ performance in the group discussion and personal interview rounds conducted at the institute.
IBSAT 2023
IBSAT is an online aptitude test conducted by The ICFAI Foundation For Higher Education (a deemed to be a University under Section 3 of UGC act 1956), for students seeking admission to the MBA / PhD programs of IBS Bengaluru and IBS Hyderabad.
IBSAT is a Computer Based Test (CBT) and consists of multiple-choice questions. IBSAT is of 2 hours duration and is aimed at testing the applicant’s ability in quantitative techniques, data interpretation, data adequacy, vocabulary, analytical reasoning and reading comprehension.
GMAT ®/ NMAT by GMAC TM /CAT/XAT scores (from 2021 onwards) are also accepted in place of IBSAT 2023. Candidates with GMAT®, NMAT by GMAC TM CAT and XAT scores are exempted from IBSAT 2023.
The ICFAI University, Dehradun, The ICFAI University, Jaipur and The Icfaian Foundation accept IBSAT 2023 / GMAT ®/ NMAT by GMAC TM /CAT/XAT scores (from 2021 onwards) for admission to the following
MBA program offered by IBS Dehradun and IBS Jaipur.
PGPM (Post Graduate Program in Management) program offered by IBS Ahmedabad, IBS Gurgaon, IBS Kolkata, IBS Mumbai and IBS Pune.
Selection Process
Candidates who have qualified based on IBSAT 2023/ GMAT® /NMAT by GMAC TM /CAT/XAT score are called for the selection process during February/March 2024. The selection process comprises of Group Discussion and Personal Interview.
Admission decision
The final selection is based on past academic record and performance of the candidates in Group Discussion and Personal Interview.
IBS Pune has been blessed with a well-equipped campus with several basic and primary facilities.
A library which is well stocked with more than 15,000 books, 70 Journals, and Magazines. The students have been given access to the latest databases.
The conference room and the Auditorium are properly equipped with audio visual aids.
A computer lab where the computers are connected with LAN and an efficient 24 hours internet connection.
A team of permanent faculty members is fully devoted towards carrying out the best in students. The members are experienced in their respective fields.
IBS Pune Rankings
Ranked 13th amongst Emerging Business Schools of Super Excellence by GHRDC-CSR Survey
Ranked 15th by Silicon India Survey
Given grade ‘A++’ by Business India
Ranked 48th by Business Today
IBS Pune Awards
Asia’s B-School Leadership Award (Category- B-School Leadership Award)
Asia’s Best B-School Award (Category- Innovation in Placements)
AIMS International ‘Institutional Appreciation Award’
IBS Pune Placement
ICFAI Business School (IBS) has consistently improved its placement record throughout the years and has an unblemished track record. Throughout the 9 branches, ICFAI Business School (IBS) has reported 99% successful placement in the year 2022.
The campus placement statistics for the ICFAI Business School (IBS) class of 2020–2022 are mentioned below.
Campus
Final Placements
Average
CTC *
Highest CTC *
Average
CTC *
National
International
Top 10 %
Top 25 %
Ahmedabad
7.59
21
53.45
14.31
11.70
Bangalore
7.59
21
53.45
14.31
11.70
Gurgaon
7.59
21
53.45
14.31
11.70
Hyderabad
7.59
21
53.45
14.31
11.70
Kolkata
7.59
21
53.45
14.31
11.70
Mumbai
7.59
21
53.45
14.31
11.70
Pune
7.59
21
53.45
14.31
11.70
Dehradun
7.59
21
53.45
14.31
11.70
Jaipur
7.59
21
53.45
14.31
11.70
Top 10 Recruiters
ICICI Securities
HDFC Bank
BYJU’S
ICICI Bank
Kotak Mahindra Bank
HCL Technologies
ICICI Lombard General Insurance Co
Satguru Travels
Talent Corner HR Services Pvt. Ltd.
Amazon Development Center India
The top 10 recruiting companies during the session 2020-21 are listed above. During IBS Pune Placements, there were 447 students who got placed during the session and 134 companies that visited. The recruitment procedure was conducted based on candidates’ academic performance along with their performance in the activities conducted throughout the placement procedure.
The average salary offered during placements reached up to INR 6.02 LPA and the highest package has been recorded as INR 10 LPA for both Domestic and International.
The other recruiters are Bajaj Allianz General Insurance, Capital First, Federal Bank, Global Bull, HCL Technologies, Ziolite Solutions, etc.
This is a private college in the city and it has its branches in many main cities of the nation and my branch of Pune is the main one and I have cleared there own IBSAT Examination fro taking admissions here and I also have used the hostel facility of this college which is also awesome
The fee for
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PLACEMENT 4.5
/5
I have got placement in the ICICI Bank and that is great career start for me.
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I am in the final year right now and after some months I will complete my education, therefore, I have an experience of more than 1 and a half years and for taking admission in this college I have cleared CAT Exam and they also have there own IBSAT Exam which you can give to take admission. as far a
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PLACEMENT 4.5
/5
I got placed in SMP with a great salary package and this college ensures 100% placement for the students
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IBS has various branches in India and my branch is in the Pune city and I have given the CAT Examination for taking admission here and the total fee which I have paid is Rs 7.26 Lacs and right now I am in the 1st year of the course that is why I haven’t decided what will be my stream of PGDM.
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Best College To Study along with Personal Development.
4/5
this college didn’t focused only on the education, but it focused on the personal development of the student.
various programs were initiated by the Director of the college which helped every student to prepare them self.
It have one of the best international placements also
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Admission to IBS, Pune is through IBSAT. The infrastructure is not that great and there is no sports ground in the college. Apart from this the teachers are really good and the canteen serves hygienic food as well.
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PLACEMENT 4.5
/5
99% of the students get placed with major companies that visit being "AMAZON" etc.
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I am in the final year right now and after some months I will complete my education, therefore, I have an experience of more than 1 and a half years and for taking admission in this college I have cleared CAT Exam and they also have there own IBSAT Exam which you can give to take admission. as far a
...Read Full Review
PLACEMENT4.5
/5
I got placed in SMP with a great salary package and this college ensures 100% placement for the students
...Read Full Review
This is a private college in the city and it has its branches in many main cities of the nation and my branch of Pune is the main one and I have cleared there own IBSAT Examination fro taking admissions here and I also have used the hostel facility of this college which is also awesome
The fee for
...Read Full Review
PLACEMENT4.5
/5
I have got placement in the ICICI Bank and that is great career start for me.
...Read Full Review
IBS has various branches in India and my branch is in the Pune city and I have given the CAT Examination for taking admission here and the total fee which I have paid is Rs 7.26 Lacs and right now I am in the 1st year of the course that is why I haven’t decided what will be my stream of PGDM.
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Admission to IBS, Pune is through IBSAT. The infrastructure is not that great and there is no sports ground in the college. Apart from this the teachers are really good and the canteen serves hygienic food as well.
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PLACEMENT4.5
/5
99% of the students get placed with major companies that visit being "AMAZON" etc.
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Best College To Study along with Personal Development.
4/5
this college didn’t focused only on the education, but it focused on the personal development of the student.
various programs were initiated by the Director of the college which helped every student to prepare them self.
It have one of the best international placements also
...Read Full Review
I am in the final year right now and after some months I will complete my education, therefore, I have an experience of more than 1 and a half years a
...Read Full Review
PLACEMENT4.5
/5
I got placed in SMP with a great salary package and this college ensures 100% placement for the students
...Read Full Review
IBS has various branches in India and my branch is in the Pune city and I have given the CAT Examination for taking admission here and the total fee w
...Read Full Review
Best College To Study along with Personal Development.
4/5
this college didn’t focused only on the education, but it focused on the personal development of the student.
various programs were initiated
...Read Full Review
This is a private college in the city and it has its branches in many main cities of the nation and my branch of Pune is the main one and I have clear
...Read Full Review
PLACEMENT4.5
/5
I have got placement in the ICICI Bank and that is great career start for me.
...Read Full Review
Admission to IBS, Pune is through IBSAT. The infrastructure is not that great and there is no sports ground in the college. Apart from this the teache
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PLACEMENT4.5
/5
99% of the students get placed with major companies that visit being "AMAZON" etc.
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The university’s curriculum is designed in consultation with leading industry experts to ensure that students are equipped with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the workplace. PUI also offers a variety of opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience through internships, case studies, and live projects.
ICFAI Business School, Pune accepts the online mode of application. The admission procedure basically involves two parameters i.e. either qualifying of the entrance examination conducted by ICFAI University or merit in the last qualifying examination. The entrance examination conducted by the university is the IBSAT examination. IBS Pune offers BBA program at the undergraduate level and Postgraduate Program in Management (PGPM) and the entrance examination is conducted every year for admission to the PGPM program.
Highlights of Admission to IBS Pune
Candidates seeking admission to either of the programs offered at the business school must qualify the requirements defined by the university.
The basic eligibility required to apply for admission to BBA is to have passed senior secondary school.
Admission to PGPM requires a bachelor’s degree in any field securing at least 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized university.
The final shortlisting is done based on candidates’ performance in the entrance examination along with a group discussion and personal interview round conducted by the university.
The application procedure depends on the month entrance examination is conducted.
Institute
ICFAI Business School Pune
Application Mode
Online
Admission Criteria
Entrance Examination or Merit Based
Entrance Examination
IBSAT/CAT/GMAT/NMAT
Entrance Mode
Online
Note* The application form needs to be filled through online mode by visiting the official website of the institute.
Admission Procedure of IBS Pune
Admission to BBA
IBS Pune Courses offer BBA program at the undergraduate level. Interested candidates are shortlisted based on the merit in the qualifying examination.
Candidates seeking admission to BBA program are shortlisted based on their performance in the last qualifying examination.
IBS Pune Cut off/ IBS Pune Merit decides the admission of students to BBA.
Eligibility Criterion
Admission to the BBA Program requires a pass in senior secondary school in English medium securing at least 55% marks in aggregate from a recognized board.
Course
Admission Procedure
BBA
Merit Based
Admission to PGPM
ICFAI Business School Pune offers 2-year full time PGPM program at the postgraduate level. The candidates must qualify the entrance examination conducted.
Candidates seeking admission to the PGPM must qualify IBSAT Entrance Examination followed by the Personal Interview and Group Discussion round conducted by the university.
Candidates with a valid score in CAT/GMAT/NMAT entrance examinations are also eligible to apply for admission to PGPM.
IBSAT Entrance Examination is an online aptitude test conducted by ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education.
Eligibility Criterion
For admission to the PGPM program, the candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in any discipline securing at least 50% marks in aggregate from a recognized university.
Course
Admission Procedure
PGPM
IBSAT/CAT/NMAT/GMAT followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds
Application Procedure of IBS Pune
The application procedure must be completed online by visiting the official website of the university. Students must visit the official website and register themselves for further procedure.
Visit the official website of IBS Pune.
Proceed further by clicking on Apply icon.
Fill the personal and official details and make sure that the details filled in by them are correct as any incorrect detail may lead to cancelation of the candidature.
The candidates must process the payment of INR 1800 as application fee via any online mode of payment such as Credit card, Debit card, or net banking.
IBS Pune Admission Dates 2023
IBSAT Test Dates : December 24-25, 2023
IBSAT will be a proctored home based test.
IBS Selection Process is scheduled in February 2023 at IBS Hyderabad.
IBSAT National Mock Test last date is 15th November.
IBS Pune is one of the best college for PGPM but if you have choice then, IBS Hyderabad, IBS Gurgaon and IBS Mumbai are much better option than IBS Pune. However, IBS Pune is also a good option as the placement scenario is quite good.
Q-3
How is the infrastructure of IBS Pune?
The campus has a library which is well stocked with more than 15,000 books, 70 Journals, and Magazines. The conference room and the Auditorium are properly equipped with audio visual aids etc.
Q-4
Does IBS Pune have hostel facilities?
There is no hostel facility available for students in IBS Pune.
Q-5
Is IBS Pune AICTE approved?
No, IBs Pune is not AICTE approved. However, it is approved by UGC.
Scholarship
Assistantships offered
The scholarship program of ICFAI Business School (IBS)
ICFAI Business School this year has increased the number of scholarships up to INR 10 crores which are disbursed across various categories of candidates. The various categories of candidates include meritorious students, wards of ICFAI Business School (IBS) Alumni, wards of defence personnel, and persons with disabilities.
ICFAI Business School (IBS) last year introduced Merit scholarships to candidates who have shown exceptional performance in various Management Education Entrance/ Admission Tests. The amount announced was INR 4 crores last year and it is INR 10 crores this year.
The scholarship amount of Rs.10 core will be disbursed under the ICFAI Business School Scholarship program as discussed below:
1. Scholarship for meritorious students:
ICFAI Business School (IBS) offers scholarships to the top 200 candidates who qualify for IBSAT securing a cut-off in IBSAT. The scholarship amount per candidate is Rs.2 lacs.
Top 100 NMAT rankers who have applied for IBS are offered Rs.2 lacs scholarship each.
For top 75 CAT-qualified students, who have applied for IBS are offered Rs.2lacs scholarship each.
The Top 25 XAT-qualified students, who have applied for IBS are offered 25 scholarships of Rs.2 lacs each.
For GMAT-qualified candidates scholarships of Rs.2lacs each are offered for top 25 who have applied for IBS.
The scholarship amount for CFA/CA/CS/ICWA qualified is Rs.2 lacs but they have to qualify for the entrance test before Dec 2022. The total number of scholarships for them is 25.
2. Scholarship for wards of IBS Alumni:
The candidates should qualify for any of the entrance exams (IBSAT/NMAT/CAT/XAT and GMAT) with the respective cut-offs. The total number of scholarships for them is 25. The amount of scholarship is Rs.2 lacs.
3. Scholarship for wards of defence personnel:
The students should qualify for any of the entrance exams (IBSAT/NMAT/CAT/XAT and GMAT) with the respective cut-offs. The total number of scholarships for them is 15. The amount of scholarship is Rs.2 lacs.
4. Scholarship for physically challenged candidates
The students should qualify for any of the entrance exams (IBSAT/NMAT/CAT/XAT and GMAT) with the respective cut-offs. The total number of scholarships for them is 10. The amount of scholarship is Rs.2 lacs.
The scholarship program is exciting for those appearing for the entrance exam and motivates them to put in more effort. In the batch of 2023- 2025, candidates need to betoppers in the entrance examinations to avail of the scholarship. This initiative will encourage the student to join ICFAI Business School.
IBS-Pune : Plot No. 5, Equity Tower, Sanghvi Nagar, D P Road, Aundh, Pune, Maharashtra, 411007
Accessibility
Nearest Railway Station Pune Railway Station
Nearest Airport Pune Airport
Recruiters
42 Companies
Dr. GS Narsing Rao
+91-020-25889651 / 25889638
gs.narsingrao@ibsindia.org
Awards
Emerging Business Schools of Super Excellence
Ranked 13thunder the category of Emerging Business Schools of Super Excellence by GHRDC-CSR Survey in 2014.
Ranked 15th during Silicon india survey
Ranked 15th during Silicon india survey â€"’What If Not IIMs! B-School Survey 2012′ on January 20, 2012.
A+ grade by Business & Management Chronicle
Business & Management Chronicle B-School Ratings, 2012 rated IBS-Pune with A+ Grade.
Successful Alumni
Sumit Gupta
Sumit is an alumnus from the Class of 2001 of IBS Pune. He completed his Bachelor Degree in Business Administration before joining IBS for Management studies. He is employed with one of the leading companies in the Insurance sector Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance. He is designated as Deputy Area Manager and is based at Raipur.
Kuldeep Rayasam
Kuldeep started his career with ICICI Prudential Life Insurance as a Unit Manager and within two years got promoted as an Agency Manager. From there he moved on to join HSBC. He is currently working with Anand Rathi Private Health as Vice President in Hyderabad.