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Getting an MBA seat at IMI Kolkata is tough. Students are required to first register for programme. After that, students are required to pass following three stages:

• Shortlisting Stage: Students who have shown good performance in entrance tests and have good academic record are shortlisted for programme
• Selection Stage: Shortlisted students are further evaluated via WAT and PI rounds. Those who pass both rounds are offered seat. 

IMI Kolkata grants MBA admission to students depending on their performance in various entrance tests including XAT. In 2025, the exam was held on Jan 5, 2025. In 2026, XAT is scheduled to be held on January 4, 2026.

According to the NIRF ranking 2025 in the 'Medical' category, Christian Medical College (CMC) Vellore secured the top position, ranking 3rd overall as top MD college in Tamil Nadu followed by various colleges like Madras Medical College Chennai and SIMTS Chennai.

Both VMOU and Nirwan University are good options to pursue MA. However, in terms of affordability, VMOU is more affordable since the tuition fees to pursue MA at VMOU range from INR 11,100 to INR 16,800, and the tuition fee to pursue MA at Nirwan University is INR 22,00.

Note: The fee mentioned above is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

The MA programme offered by VMOU has received a good rating on student review page of Shiksha. Students reviews suggest that the university's MA programme is good for students looking for distance learning programme. As per the reviews, the programme structure is good and the faculty gives students regular assignments and tasks to help them improve their learning experience. Moreover, the university is also able to provide placement opportunities for the students.

Symbiosis School of Economics Pune admission is ongoing for the session 2025-26. The application form for SET and courses offered by SSE Pune are live. Some important dates related to admission at SSE Pune are as follows: 

• The last date to apply for SET: Apr 12, 2025
• The last date to pay the institute application fee: May 20, 2025
• Announcement of final merit list: Jun 13, 2025

Accepted documents for KEAM nativity proof:

1. Birth Certificate, SSLC, or Passport (showing Kerala as birthplace)
2. Parent's Birth Certificate, SSLC, or Passport (showing Kerala as birthplace)
3. AIS officer certificate (Kerala cadre) + proof of parent-child relationship
4. Nativity Certificate from revenue officials

Symbiosis School of Economics Pune offers courses at both UG and PG levels. The course offered by SSE Pune at the UG level is BSc with a specialisation in Economics. Candidates can choose either BSc Economics Hons. or BSc Economics Hons with research. The total number of seats offered by SSE Pune for BSc is 150. 

Symbiosis School of Economics Pune offers MSc at the PG level for interested candidates. The two-year course is on offer with a specialisation in Economics. The total number of seats offered by SSE Pune for MSc is 80. 

Symbiosis School of Economics Pune offers the BSc course for international candidates as well. The fee structure for international students is varying from the fee structure of Indian candidates. Check out the table below to learn about the fee structure for international candidates. 

The admission process for candidates wishing to apply for the BSc course at SSE Pune is as follows: 

Step 1: Applying for SET and paying the additional fee of INR 1,000 to apply for BSc at SSE Pune. 

Step 2: Appearing for the entrance. Candidates are called for the next round based on their SET scores. 

Step 3: Appearing for the PI round. The final shortlist is created based on the performance of a candidate at both SET and PI. 

Symbiosis School of Economics offers a two-year MSc course for interested candidates in the field of Science. The eligibility criteria for candidates is given below: 

• Candidates must have completed their graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate from a recognised university
• Candidates in the final year of their graduation can also apply, their candidature will be based on them getting a minimum of 50% aggregate after the completion of their graduation 
• Candidates belongng to the SC/ST category are given a concession of 5% in the minimum aggregate required at the graduation level

IHM Lucknow offers a three-year BSc course. The curriculum is spread across six semesters. The first semester of the BSc course spans over 17 weeks. The names of the subjects offered in the first semester are as follows: 

• Foundation Course in Food Production - I 
• Foundation Course in Food & Beverage Service - I
• Foundation Course in Front Office - I
• Foundation Course in Accommodation Operations - I 
• Application of Computers
• Hotel Engineering 
• Nutrition

To apply for IHM Lucknow scholarships, BSc students are required to complete the eligibility criteria and follow the application process. Check out the below pointers for better understanding:

• Eligibility: Students belonging to SC, ST, and other eligible categories from Uttar Pradesh are encouraged to apply for these scholarships.

• Application Process: Interested students should apply through the Uttar Pradesh State Government's Welfare Department to avail of these financial assistance programs.

IHM Lucknow BSc cutoff 2025 has not been released yet. However, if candidates compare the cutoff for the years 2023 and 2024 will find out that the closing rank for the BSc courses has been increased and the competition has decreased. Hence, the cutoff trend of BSc HHA showcases a declining trend. Check out the below table to get a clear idea:

The cutoff marks change every year, as it depends upon varying factors. The factors affecting NCHMCT JEE cutoff for BSc course at IHM Lucknow are mentioned below:

Yes, Coventry University is offering a £12,000 International CU Undergraduate Scholarship for the May 2025 intake for eligible full-time undergraduate students at CU Coventry, CU London (Dagenham and Greenwich), and CU Scarborough. This scholarship is applied towards tuition fees across the three years of the undergraduate course. 

For applying into BSc courses at IHM Lucknow, candidates are required to follow certain steps to secure a seat in the programme. The important steps for admission to BSc courses at IHM Lucknow are mentioned below: