JBIMS Selection Criteria 2026: Admission Criteria and Cutoff Requirements

Akansha Sirohi

Updated On: December 01, 2025 09:39 AM

DTE Maharashtra indicates the JBIMS 2026 selection criteria on the official portal. To gain allotment to JBIMS, Mumbai, you must clear the JBIMS cutoff for CAT/ CMAT/ MAH MBA CET, etc. Follow this guide to know the detailed JBIMS admission criteria.

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JBIMS Selection Criteria 2026

The JBIMS 2026 selection criteria are specified by the Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies on its official website. It is compulsory to meet the cutoff requirements and other eligibility conditions to confirm their allocation.

According to the JBIMS admission criteria 2026, students must participate in the Common Admission Process (CAP). The Directorate of Technical Education, Maharashtra (DTE, Maharashtra) conducts the counselling across 2 to 3 rounds, where participation is mandatory. To be considered for seat allotment to the JBIMS Mumbai admission process 2026, aspirants must have participated in the JBIMS entrance exam, like MAH MBA CET, CAT, or CMAT, etc.

Students must have scored marks in accordance with the JBIMS CAT cutoff/ CMAT cutoff/ MAH MBA CET cutoff to be eligible for the JBIMS 2026 selection criteria. In addition to this, a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university is required to be eligible for an MMS course at JBIMS Mumbai. The minimum aggregate required in graduation is 50% marks or an equivalent CGPA (45% marks for SC/ ST/ OBC/ PwD students belonging to Maharashtra state only). Since the total intake for the JBIMS MMS course (Master’s in Management Studies) is around 150-160, the JBIMS CMAT cutoff, or the JBIMS CAT cutoff, is roughly more than 98.5-99 percentile every year.

Scroll down to learn more about the JBIMS selection criteria 2026 in detail. Find the JBIMS 2026 admission dates, eligibility criteria, expected cutoff marks, and more here.

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MAH MBA CET Cutoff for JBIMS

JBIMS CAT Cutoff

JBIMS CMAT Cutoff

JBIMS Selection Criteria 2026 Important Dates

Refer to the table given below to check out the important dates of JBIMS Mumbai 2026 admissions:

Events

Dates

CAT 2026 Exam

November 30, 2025

MAH MBA CET 2026 Exam

April 2026

CMAT 2026 Exam

January 2026

DTE CAP 2026

Starts in June/ July 2026

JBIMS Mumbai Eligibility Criteria 2026

Students must note that the JBIMS MMS course eligibility criteria require students to have appeared for the JBIMS entrance exam. They must clear the JBIMS CAT cutoff or the JBIMS CMAT cutoff to be considered for the JBIMS admission process 2026. Here is the detailed JBIMS Mumbai 2026 eligibility criteria:

Master of Management Studies

  • You must have a Bachelor’s degree of a minimum of three years duration in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate or equivalent CGPA (45% for SC/S/OBC/PwD candidates belonging to Maharashtra State only) from any of the universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an act of Parliament or declared to be deemed as a University under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956.
  • If you are a final year bachelor’s degree student or are due to appear for an equivalent qualification examination, and/or have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results, you can also apply. In such cases, you must have obtained at least 50% marks or equivalent till the latest examination.

Part-Time MMS

  • In addition to the Bachelor's degree requirement, you must have a minimum of 2 years of experience (supervisor or executive level) as of 15th June (Current Year) after Graduation.
  • Self-employed aspirants must submit copies of their submission of Income Tax Returns (Last Three years). Registration of the company/ organisation, and/or a copy of the Partnership Deed in which the student's name is mentioned, proving their required experience must be furnished.

JBIMS Expected Cutoff 2026

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The JBIMS cutoff score for each counselling round is released separately after each round of DTE CAP. Students can take a look at the JBIBS Mumbai expected cutoff 2026 as given below:

Student Category

CAT Score (Percentile)

MH MBA CET Score (Percentile)

CMAT Score (Percentile)

General

99.98+ 99.98 99.99

Reserved (SC/ST/OBC)

75

90

75

Physically Disabled

75

85

75

PIO and children of Indian workers in Gulf countries

85

85

-

NOTE: Securing the cutoff mentioned above does not guarantee admission into JBIMS. The scores of students who get shortlisted may be higher than this.

JBIMS Selection Process 2026

In order to be selected for JBIMS Mumbai admission, you need to participate in and clear various stages of assessment. The selection process for JBIMS is done in two phases for all types of programmes. Check the table below for reference:

Type of Programme

Phase 1 / Entrance Exam + Application Rating (AR)

Phase 2 / In-Person Assessment (IPA)

MMS/MSc Finance

Candidates are shortlisted based on their overall performance in CAT, CMAT or MAH MBA CET. Based on the entrance exam scores, candidates are shortlisted for the DTE CAP if they meet the JBIMS cutoff.

If allotted a seat at JBIMS, students are then called for in-personal assessment (IPA) where they have to clear the subsequent selection process rounds like Group Discussion/ Writing Ability Test/ Personal Interview before being considered for final admission.

Part-Time Programmes

Selection is done on the basis of the selection test conducted by the institute. The first stage of the selection test is the Common Entrance Test, based on which you will be selected for the next phase.

In Phase 2, the aspirants have to clear the Group Discussion round to be selected for part-time courses at JBIMS.

JBIMS has structured the weightage of every component in both rounds, i.e. AR and IPA. Candidates must do well in both rounds to secure a seat at JBIMS Mumbai.

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    JBIMS MMS Selection Components and Weightage

    The evaluation of the exam taker's performance and their profile (AR) for the MMS admissions at JBIMS is based on the following components:

    Components

    Weightage (%)

    Entrance Exam Score

    60

    Class 10, 12, and Graduation Scores

    15

    Extra-curricular/ Work Experience

    20

    Diversity

    5

    Total

    100

    JBIMS In-Person Assessment Round Selection Components

    Phase 2 of the JBIMS Selection Process 2026 will include a group activity, group discussion (GD) and personal interview (PI). If you pass this phase, you will have a good chance of securing admission at JBIMS Mumbai. Given below are the components of the IPA round and their weightage.

    Components

    Weightage (%)

    Group Activity

    20

    Group Discussion

    20

    Personal Interview

    60

    Total

    100

    JBIMS Final Selection Process 2026-28

    The JBIMS Mumbai final selection process is carried out after both the rounds, i.e., AR and IPA are done. After that, all the components of both rounds add up to the total composite score of the candidate based on the weightage of each of the components. Each candidate is awarded a composite score for the final selection. Here is how the composite score is calculated:

    Composite Score = 0.60 (AR) + 0.40 (In-Person Assessment Round or IPA)

    JBIMS Mumbai Course Fees

    Check the total course fees for different programs offered at JBIMS Mumbai mentioned below:

    Name of Course/Degree Program

    Total Course Fees (approx.)

    MMS

    INR 6-7 lakhs

    MSc

    INR 6 lakhs

    Part-Time MMS

    INR 1.60 lakhs

    Securing admission to JBIMS Mumbai is quite tough due to the tremendous amount of competition. However, the institute gives you a significant boost in your career, which is worth the hard work and effort. Check the links below to learn more about MBA admissions in India 2026!

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    FAQs

    What are the JBIMS selection criteria?

    The JBIMS selection criteria include the following-

    • A valid score in accepted entrance exams such as MAH MBA CET, CAT, and CMAT.
    • A bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 50% aggregate marks from a recognized board (45% for reserved category candidates).
    • The candidate should be an Indian citizen.

    What is the JBIMS MMS admission process?

    JBIMS MMS admission process is conducted through DTE CAP (Centralized Admission Process). Candidates belonging to Maharashtra state can apply for admission through a valid MAH MBA CET score while All India category candidates can also apply through CAT and CMAT scores. Admission into the MMS course at JBIMS is offered on the basis of entrance exam scores, academic background, work experience, and more.

    Which entrance exams are accepted by JBIMS for admission?

    The entrance exams accepted by JBIMS for admission include CAT, CMAT, and MAH MBA CET. Students belonging to Maharashtra State can apply for admission with a valid MAH MBA CET scorecard. All India category candidates can apply through CAT and CMAT scores. Non-Resident Indians (NRI) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) can only apply through GMAT scores.

    What are the eligibility criteria for MMS admission at JBIMS?

    The eligibility criteria for MMS admission at JBIMS include valid CAT/ MAH MBA CET/ CMAT scores and a bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized board. Candidates who meet the minimum cutoff released by JBIMS will be eligible to participate in DTE CAP.

    What is the cutoff for MMS admission at JBIMS?

    The cutoff for MMS admission at JBIMS is released in two categories - Maharashtra State Category and All India Category. The cutoff for Maharashtra State Category goes up to 99.93% while the cutoff for the All India Category goes as high as 99.98%.

    What are the JBIMS selection criteria for NRI & PIO candidates?

    The JBIMS selection criteria for Non-Resident Indians (NRI) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) include the following-

    • A valid GMAT scorecard.
    • A bachelor’s degree from a recognized board.
    • Certificates proving that the candidate is either a Non-Resident Indian (NRI) or a Person of Indian Origin (PIO).

    Which is better S.P. Jain or JBIMS?

    JBIMS is better than S.P. Jain in terms of academics, placements, and rating. IIM ABC, XLRI, and FMS, Delhi are all in the same category as Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai. JBIMS is particularly well-known for its expertise in Finance.

    Which is better FMS Delhi or JBIMS Mumbai?

    JBIMS Mumbai and FMS Dehli are among the best MBA colleges in India. The ROI factor is in your favor with both JBIMS and FMS. While the locations of both institutions are excellent, JBIMS has the benefit of being in India's commercial and business capital. While some people would prefer Mumbai to Delhi, others might choose to go the other way around.

    Is it tough to seek admission into JBIMS?

    Seeking admission into JBIMS can a tough since the college accepts candidates with a 99+ percentile in CAT/ CMAT/ MAH MBA CET exam. Those with low entrance exam scores will not be provided admission at JBIMS for MMS courses. Students must have a bachelor's degree in any discipline with a 50% aggregate score. Work experience is also considered while providing admission into JBIMS.

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