AIMS Bangalore is one of the premier B-School in Bengaluru city. The institute was established in 1994 and was formerly known as Acharya Institute of Management and Sciences. It is accredited by NAAC with ‘A’ Grade and ranked one amongst the best private business school in Karnataka. AIMS offers MBA as its flagship programme among other UG, PG and doctoral programmes. These other programmes are offered in the field of Commerce, Arts, Science, Computer Application, Hotel Management, Social Work, and Fine Arts.

The institute has tie-ups with various international universities including University of California, ALMA (Italy), ICD Business School (FIGS), ESC Troyes and a few others. AIMS placement record has been quite satisfying for the year 2019 with an average package of Rs 4.92 LPA and the highest package of Rs 15.6 LPA. In the same year, a total of 52 recruiters participated making a total of 141 offers in total. 

Candidates seeking admission to the courses offered by AIMS Bangalore should visit the official website and apply online. They should also check the eligibility criteria of the desired programme. Here are a few important points regarding the admission process:

UG courses

• Candidates for BBA programme are selected based on the marks obtained in Class 12 and Personal Interview (PI) round
• For all the rest of the UG courses including BA, BCom, BSc, BHM, BCA, the selection is done on the basis of marks scored in Class 12

PG courses

• Candidates for MBA programme are selected on the basis of marks scored in MBA PGCET/ CAT/ MAT/ ATMA or any state-approved admission test. Candidates with at least one-year work experience are given preference
• For admission to PGDM (Full-time) and PGDM (Weekend) programmes, candidates are selected based on the scores obtained graduation and entrance test score including CAT/ MAT/ XAT/ ATMA or any other state-approved admission test followed by Group Discussion, Extempore and PI
• For EPGDM programme, candidates are selected on the basis of marks scored in the last qualifying exam (graduation), and work experience. Final selection is based on the performance in the PI conducted through Skype
• For MSW, MCom, MFA, MSc programmes, candidates are selected based on the marks scored in the last qualifying exam (graduation)

PhD course

• For PhD programme, candidates are selected based on the entrance test conducted by the institute. However, candidates who have appeared and qualified MPhil course/ UGC NET/ CSIR NET entrance exam are exempted from entrance test

Junior college course

• For Junior college course, candidates are selected based on the marks scored in Class 10 boards

AIMS Bangalore accepts a few entrance exams for admission to its MBA and PGDM programme. Entrance exam dates for all these exams along with their complete admission schedule is tabulated below:

As mentioned earlier, the college offers MBA as its flagship programme in six specialisations. The course duration of this programme is two years, each year consisting of two semesters. The programme curriculum consists of industrial tours, case studies, debate, group discussion, outbound training, overseas study tours, exposure to guest speakers from industry, participation in seminars, workshops and other events, and intensive training in soft skills. Selection to this programme is based on the valid score in PGCET/ CAT/ MAT/ ATMA or any state-approved admission test. This programme has a total seat intake of 240 students. Candidates with work experience will be given preference in the selection process. Candidates must fulfil the below-mentioned eligibility criteria to apply for admission to this programme:

At UG level, AIMS Bangalore offers five different programmes which include BA, BCom, BSc, BHM, BCA, and BBA. The duration of these programmes varies from course to course. Candidates, to be eligible for these programmes should have passed Class 12 or equivalent. Admission criteria for each of these programmes is mentioned below:

BA is a three-year full-time programme which is offered in two different specialisations. The programme is affiliated to Bangalore University and recognised by Government of India. Admission to this programme is based on the marks scored in the last qualifying exam (Class 12). The below table enlists the specialisations and their eligibility criteria:

AIMS Bangalore offers BCom programme with a course duration of two years, each year comprising of two modules/ semesters. Candidates are selected on the basis of marks scored in the last qualifying exam (Class 12). The eligibility criteria for BCom programme is mentioned below:

The college offers Bachelor of Hotel Management, the course is spread across eight semesters, each year consisting of two semesters. The course offers a multi-dimensional approach towards its curriculum and features activities such as theme-lunch, outdoor-catering and indoor-catering, etc. This course has an excellent placement record of 100 per cent till date for all of its batches. Candidates for this programme are selected based on the marks scored in Class 12. Candidates who have completed their Class 12 from boards outside Karnataka can also apply for Hotel Management admission. The below table states the eligibility criteria for this programme:

The college also offers a BSc programme with a course duration of three years, each year comprising of two modules/ semesters. Candidates who want to pursue their career in the field of Genetics, Biochemistry or Microbiology should opt for this course. Admission to this programme is based on the marks scored in the last qualifying examination. The below table states the eligibility criteria for BSc programme

AIMS Bangalore offers a three-year full-time BCA programme, each year consisting of two semesters. The total seat intake for this programme is 120 students. Selection to this programme is based on the marks scored in the last qualifying examination. Candidates must fulfil the below-mentioned eligibility criteria to apply for BCA programme:

The college offers full-time BBA programme in two different specialisations. The course duration extends for three academic years, each year comprising of two semesters. Candidates for this programme are selected on the basis of marks scored in Class 12 and PI. Eligibility criteria and specialisations are mentioned below:

In addition to flagship MBA programme, the institute also offers seven other PG programmes which include PGDM, EPGDM, MSW, MCom, MSc, MFA, and MCA. Candidates, to apply for these programmes should fulfil the minimum eligibility criteria. The programme duration is course-specific. Selection criteria and eligibility criteria for each of these programmes are mentioned below:

AIMS Bangalore in association with AIMA New Delhi offers AICTE approved two PGDM programmes which are offered in full-time and weekends. The course curriculum consists of case studies, live research, stimulation, business games, mentoring, discussion room, industry interface, along with training to enhance decision-making and analytical skills. The college also provides value additions apart from the curriculum such as international tour, operations management, information system, IBM Business Analytics Certificate, and CIMA certification for top five scores of the batch. Admission to PGDM (Full-time) and PGDM (Weekend) programmes are based on the scores obtained graduation and entrance test score including CAT/ MAT/ XAT/ ATMA or any other state-approved admission test followed by GD, Extempore and PI. The session starts in July every year. Candidates with work experience will be given preference for admission. Professionals including Engineers/ CA/ CFA/ ICWA/ Technologists can also apply for these programmes. Students willing to enrol to these programmes can either apply in full-time or weekend batch, both programmes offer the same specialisations. The list of specialisations and eligibility are mentioned below:

AIMS Bangalore offers two-year EPGDM programme in association with IBM. The programme focus on enhancing skills in analytics, sustainability, innovation, operations, value chain, technology, and strategy. The classes for this programme are held in weekends. Candidates willing to start or switch to build a career in Business Analytics can enrol to this programme. Admission to this programme is based on the marks obtained in the last qualifying exam (graduation), and work experience. Final selection is based on the performance in PI conducted through Skype. Candidates should hold two years of work experience and also must comply with the below-mentioned eligibility criteria:

AIMS Bangalore offers Master of Social Work programme which is spread across four semesters, each year comprising of two semesters. This programme gives students the exposure of working with common people and coming up with solutions to their everyday problems. Admission to this programme is based on the marks scored in the last qualifying exam. Candidates must fulfil the below-mentioned eligibility criteria to apply for admission:

The college offers MCom programme which is spread across four semesters, each year comprising of two semesters. The course curriculum is designed to prepare students in the fields of Chartered Accountancy, Costs Management Accountancy, professions in capital and commodity markets, life and non-life insurance and other professions in banks. Candidates for this programme are selected on the basis of marks scored in the last qualifying exam (graduation). Eligibility criteria for MCom programme is stated below:

MFA is a two-year programme which is affiliated to Bangalore University. This programme provides extensive knowledge for the students to specialise and make a career in the field of Finance and Accounting. Most of the subjects covered are dynamic in nature which changes as per the fiscal and monetary policies of the Government. Admission to this programme is based on the marks scored in graduation. Candidates to enrol to this programme should fulfil the below-mentioned eligibility criteria:

MSc programme is affiliated to Bangalore University and approved by Government of Karnataka. The programme is spread over four semesters, each year consisting of two semesters. Admission to MSc programme is done on the basis of merit as per the Karnataka Education Act in which 50 per cent of the seats are filled through the centralised admission process of Bangalore University and remaining 50 per cent of the seats are filled through AIMS Management quota. For AIMS Management quota, candidates are selected based on marks scored in the last qualifying exam (graduation). Candidates need to satisfy the below-mentioned eligibility criteria for admission:

The college offers AICTE approved MCA programme which is affiliated to Banglore University. The programme is spread across six semesters, each year consisting of two semesters. The total seat intake for this programme is 60 students. This programme has a placement record of at least 90 per cent and alumni are placed in top positions of major IT companies in India and abroad. Eligibility criteria for this programme is tabulated below:

The college offers Diploma and Certificate programmes in Culinary Arts of Italian Cuisine in association with ALMA which is the world’s largest leading international educational and training centre for Italian cuisine. ALMA educates chefs and sommeliers from all around the world, forming professional of Italian cuisine with training programmes at the highest level, executed by the world’s leading teachers. Both the courses covers key techniques of Italian cooking and exposes students to the culture, history and geography of Italy. The eligibility criteria for both of the programmes are listed below:

AIMS Bangalore also offers doctoral programmes in three departments which include Management, Commerce, and English. Apart from the regular research curriculum students are also expected to attend training programmes on the latest analytical tools such as SPSS and R along with workshops on paper writing skills. Admission to the PhD programme is based on the entrance test conducted usually during September or October. The entrance test consists of one paper on the broad area of PhD of 100 marks with three hours duration. The syllabus of this entrance test is framed as per the UGC NET/ CSIR NET pattern. Candidates to qualify the exam should score at least 55 marks out of 100 (50 per cent in case of SC/ ST candidates) in the entrance test. Candidates who have appeared and qualified MPhil course/ UGC NET/ CSIR NET entrance exam are exempted from entrance test. Candidates must comply with the below-mentioned eligibility criteria for admission:

At Junior college level, the institute offers three courses which are Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Computer Science (PCMC), Computer Science, Economics, Business Studies and Accountancy (CEBA), Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Biology (PCMB). The course duration for each of these programmes is of two years. Candidates must fulfil the below-mentioned eligibility criteria to apply for these programmes:

AIMS Bangalore application process is completely online. Candidates willing to enrol to the courses should first check the selection and eligibility criteria of the desired programme. Indian candidates have to pay an application/ selection fee of Rs 1,500 for MBA and PGDM programme, while for remaining PG courses and UG courses they have to pay Rs 750 and Rs 500, respectively. International candidates have to pay an application/ selection fee of Rs 3,000 for MBA and PGDM programme, whereas for other PG courses and UG courses they have to pay Rs 1,500 and Rs 1,000, respectively. Candidates need to follow the below-mentioned steps to apply for admission to the courses:

Step I: Visit the official website, and select the course you want to apply

Step II: Fill the necessary details such as name, e-mail address, mobile number, and other details

Step III: Login with your credentials send to your registered email

Step IV: Pay the prescribed application fee through debit/ credit card or net banking or BHIM UPI 

Step V: On completion of application enter their past academic information along with other additional information such as languages known and your ability to read/ write / speak respective language, and achievements (if any) in sports / cultural programmes, etc. 

Step VI: Upload the necessary documents as listed below:

• Scorecard of CMAT/ CAT/ MAT/ ATMA/ XAT (whichever applicable)
• Class 10 and 12 marksheet and certificate
• Graduation marksheet of all year/ semester including fail marksheet
• Degree certificate/ passing certificate/ provisional passing certificate issued by the University
• Passport-size photograph and signature

Step VII: On uploading all the documents click on the “Save & Continue” button

Step VIII: Choose your preferred location to attend the selection process and click “Continue” once done

The institute offers scholarships or concessions opportunity in 10 categories. The scholarship is provided on the basis of their academic performance, category (SC/ST/PWD), sports achievements, defence background, EWS, AIMS alumni, etc. with an amount from Rs 2,000 per sem to Rs 20,000. The below table enlists all the categories of scholarships:

Note: SC/ ST top five merit students can avail 100 per cent scholarship (applicable only for Karnataka students).

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Q. How can a student apply for MBA in AIMS Institutes Banglore?

A. To take admission in AIMS Banglore for MBA, students need to submit an online application along with the mandatory documents.

Q. What is the eligibility criteria to take admission in AIMS Institutes Bangalore for MBA?

A. To get admission in AIMS Banglore for MBA, students need to complete graduation in 10+2+3 / 10+2+4 pattern under any discipline, with at least 50 per cent aggregate from a recognised university or Hons degree under 10+2+4 pattern from a recognised university with at least 50 per cent aggregate (45 per cent aggregate for SC/ST/CAT-I candidates).

Q. Can a student apply for admission through offline mode at AIMS Institutes Bangalore?

A. No, the mode of the application is online. Visit the official website of AIMS Institutes, and fill the application form along with the payment details, and then visit the college for further procedure.

Q. What is the eligibility criteria for MCA course offered in AIMS Institutes Bangalore?

A. For pursuing MCA from AIMS institutes, a candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50 per cent aggregate (45 per cent for SC/ST/CAT-I quota). Candidate should also secure 50 per cent aggregate (45 per cent for SC/ST/CAT- I) in Maths/Statistics/ Comp. Sc./ Comp. Prog./ Comp. App./ Bus. Maths/ Bus. Stats (either at 10+2 or degree level).

Q. What all streams are offered across AIMS Institutes Bangalore?

A. The institute offers multiple courses across streams including Business & Management Studies, Banking Finance & Insurance, Humanities & Social Sciences, Hospitality & Travel, IT & Software, Mass Communication & Media, Science, Accounting & Commerce, Arts and Aviation.

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