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    KJSIM Admission 2027: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff & Application Form

    Nakkal Varsha

    Updated on Oct 14 2026, 06:44 PM IST

    What's New
    • Last date to apply for MBA / MBA-HCM / MBA-MC / MBA-SM courses at KJSIM Mumbai is January 20, 2027. 

    • CAT 2026 exam will be conducted on November 29, 2026. 

    • The last date to register for XAT 2026 is December 6, 2026.

    • The NMAT 2026 registration last date is October 31, 2026. 

    • NMAT 2026 registration link is open on the website for one more week. 

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    KJSIM Admission Process

    K J Somaiya Institute of Management admission is offered at postgraduate programmes. Candidates seeking admission must complete the online application process through the official website. KJSIM Mumbai admission process is entirely entrance-based, and applicants must complete the application form with all required academic and personal details.

    • CAT 2026 exam will be held on November 29, 2026. 
    • Admission to the MBA at KJSIM Mumbai will be done based on students' performance in the CAT 2026/ XAT 2027/ CMAT 2027/ NMAT (best of two attempts)/ GMAT (valid between Jan 1, 2024, and Jan 20, 2027) examinations.
    • MAH-MCA-CET, PERA-CET and CUET scores are considered for MCA admissions at K J Somaiya Institute of Management.

    Admission at the K J Somaiya Institute of Management is done on the basis of several factors such as past academic performance, entrance exam score, along with several other criteria. KJISM Mumbai admission is confirmed after the payment of the admission fees and submission of all the required documents.

    Also Read: KJSIM Courses

    KJ Somaiya Institute of Management Admissions 2027 Highlights

    Entrance-based admissions are offered to programmes at K J Somaiya Institute of Management. The names of the entrance examinations that are accepted for K J Somaiya Institute of Management admissions are mentioned in the table below. 

    Entrance Exams Accepted for KJSIM Mumbai Admissions

    Courses

    Entrance Exams Accepted

    MBA

    CAT 2026/ XAT 2027/ CMAT 2027/ NMAT/ GMAT

    MBA-Healthcare ManagementCAT 2026/ XAT 2027/ CMAT 2027/ NMAT/ GMAT
    MBA- Marketing CommunicationCAT 2026/ XAT 2027/ CMAT 2027/ NMAT/ GMAT
    MBA- Sports Management

    CAT 2026/ XAT 2027/ CMAT 2027/ NMAT/ GMAT/ MAT 2026/ ATMA 2027/ PERA-CET 2027 and CUET 2027

    MCAMAH-MCA-CET/ PERA-CET/ CUET.

    Note: GMAT scores are valid between Jan 1, 2024, and Jan 20, 2027 and for NMAT, the best of two attempts are considered.

    How to Apply for K J Somaiya Institute of Management Admissions 2027?

    Eligible students can apply by filling out the K J Somaiya Institute of Management application form online. Candidates need to check the below-mentioned K J Somaiya Institute of Management Mumbai application process to apply for K J Somaiya Institute of Management admissions. 

    K J Somaiya Institute of Management Registration Process 2027

    • Visit the official website of KJ Somaiya Institute of Management: applykjsim.somaiya.edu

    • Fill out the KJSIM Mumbai application form with all the necessary details.

    • There is a common application form for the MBA and MBA-HCM programmes.

    • Pay the KJSIM Mumbai required application fees.

    • Upload and scan all the necessary documents.

    K J Somaiya Institute of Management Application Fees 2027

    Particulars

    Application Fees

    MBA & MBA- HCM

    Rs 3,000

    MBA – SM & MBA – MC

    Rs 1,000

    MCARs 1,500

    Also have a look at KJSIM Fees for MBA and MCA programmes.

    K J Somaiya Institute of Management Admission Dates 2027

    STudents willing to take MBA admissions at K J Somaiya Institute of Management must know important upcoming admission dates. Check details of K J Somaiya Institute of Management admission dates below. 

    KJSIM Mumbai MBA Admission Dates 2027

    ParticularsDates
    Last Date to Apply/Register – MBA / MBA-HCM / MBA-MC / MBA-SMJanuary 20, 2027
    Shortlisting for PSA/PI – MBAFebruary 6, 2027
    WAT Slot Selection – MBA & MBA-HCMFebruary 6-10, 2027
    Result / Offer Letter – MBALast week of March

    K J Somaiya Institute of Management Admissions 2027 For PG Courses

    K J Somaiya Institute of Management Mumbai provides postgraduate admissions such as MCA and MBA. The duration of the PG courses is 2 years. Check the details of K J Somaiya Institute of Management admission criteria for PG courses.

    KJSIM PG Selection Criteria

    Courses

    Seat Intake

    Eligibility Criteria

    MBA

    600

    Merit-based: Students pursuing final year of graduation or having completed a minimum of three-year graduate programme in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks from any University recognised by Association of Indian Universities (AIU)/AICTE are eligible. 

    Candidates appearing for qualifying entrance exams are eligible to apply through CAT 2026, XAT 2027, CMAT 2027, NMAT (best of two attempts), or GMAT (valid between Jan 1, 2024, and Jan 20, 2027).

    Profile Based:   Students pursuing final year of graduation or having completed a minimum of three-year graduate programme in any discipline with a strong academic record across 10th, 12th and Graduation, 12 to 42 months of Work Experience (Paid and Full Time) after Graduation and a Valid Scores of entrance exams accepted by the institute.

    MBA Healthcare Management

    30

    Students pursuing final year of graduation  or having completed a minimum of three-year graduate programme in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks from any University recognized by Association of Indian Universities (AIU)/AICTE are eligible 

    Candidates appearing for qualifying entrance exams are eligible to apply through CAT 2026, XAT 2027, CMAT 2027, NMAT (best of two attempts), or GMAT (valid between Jan 1, 2024, and Jan 20, 2027).

    MBA Marketing Communication


    30


    MBA Sports Management

    30

    MCA

    60

    Passed minimum three year duration Bachelor’s Degree awarded by University recognised by University Grants Commission or Association of Indian Universities in any discipline with at least 50% marks in aggregate or equivalent

    Studied Mathematics as one of the subjects at (10+2) level or at Graduate level examination

    Candidates appearing for final-year examination can also apply.

    +MAH MCA CET/PERA CET /CUET

    Note: For the MBA programme, candidates appearing for their final graduation examinations in April–May 2027 may also apply. Final-year candidates must complete the graduation examination process and submit proof of passing with the required marks on or before 31 August 2027. For the MBA-HCM programme, final-year students may apply, subject to completion of their graduation requirements within the prescribed timeline.  

    K J Somaiya Institute of Management MBA Admissions 2027

    UGC approved MBA, MBA-HCM, MBA-MC and MBA-SM programmes are offered by K J Somaiya Institute of Management. The duration of MBA programmes is 2 years. Candidates willing to take K J Somaiya Institute of Management Mumbai admission need to follow the below-mentioned steps to avoid any sort of confusion. 

    K J Somaiya Institute of Management MBA Admission Process 

    • Candidates must fulfil the prescribed eligibility criteria for admission to K J Somaiya Institute of Management Mumbai

    • Eligible applicants are required to complete and submit the application form with all the necessary details

    • Candidates must have a valid score in any of the accepted entrance examinations, including CAT 2026/ XAT 2027/ CMAT 2027/ NMAT (best of two attempts)/ GMAT (valid between Jan 1, 2024, and Jan 20, 2027) for MBA, MBA-HCM and MBA Marketing Communication.

    • CAT 2026/ XAT 2027/ GMAT (valid between Jan 1, 2024, and Jan 20, 2027)/ NMAT 2026 (best of 2 attempts)/ CMAT 2027/MAT 2026/ATMA 2027/ PERA-CET 2027/ CUET 2027 examination scores are considered for MBA Sports Management.

    • For MBA admissions, candidates are shortlisted for Problem Situation Analysis (PSA), Personal Interview(PI) & Written Ability Test (WAT) through a national-level entrance exam (CAT / XAT / GMAT / NMAT / CMAT). Candidates who do not meet the merit-based cutoff are automatically considered, provided they satisfy profile-based criteria (Strong record across 10th, 12th/Diploma, and Graduation; between 12 to 42 months of full-time, paid work experience after graduation; valid scores of entrance exams accepted by KJSIM). There is only one application form for both Merit-based and Profile-based shortlisting. Candidates are evaluated through both processes.

    • For MBA-HCM, shortlisting for Problem Situation Analysis and Personal in-depth Interview will be based on Profile, Entrance Exam Scores and Past Academic Record. WAT process will be conducted online.

    • For MBA- Sports Management, shortlisting for Problem Situation Analysis and Personal in-depth Interview will be based on Profile, Entrance Exam Scores and Past Academic Record. PI process will be conducted offline/online. 

    • For MBA Marketing Communication, shortlisting for Problem Situation Analysis and Personal in-depth Interview will be based on Video Resume, Entrance Exam Scores and Past Academic Record. Good communication skills/fluency are also required for consideration for the further interview process.

    • K J Somaiya Institute of Management will declare the results online.

    • Candidates will be offered a programme based on their merit positions and availability of seats.

    KJSIM Mumbai MBA Selection Parameters

    Parameters

    Merit Based

    Profile Based

    Qualifying Exam

    25%

    15%

    Personal Interview (PI)

    Competency based

    30%

    40%

    Problem Situation Analysis (PSA)

    10%

    10%

    Academic Profile

    15%

    15%

    Written Ability Test (WAT)

    10%

    10%

    Work Experience

    10%

    10%

    Total

    100%

    100%

    First Call Selection Criteria

    Based on Cutoffs

    Based on Profile (Fulfilment of Eligibility Criteria for MBA – Profile Based)

    KJSIM Mumbai MBA Healthcare Management Selection Parameters

    Parameters

    Profile Based

    Qualifying Exam

    25%

    Personal Interview (PI)

    Competency based

    25%

    Problem Situation Analysis (PSA)

    10%

    Academic Profile

    15%

    Written Ability Test (WAT)

    10%

    Work Experience

    10%

    Additional Qualification

    5%

    Total

    100%

    First Call Selection Criteria

    Based on Profile (Fulfilment of Eligibility Criteria for MBA – Profile Based)

    KJSIM Mumbai MBA Sports Management Selection Parameters

    Parameters

    Profile Based

    Qualifying Exam

    30%

    Personal Interview (PI)

    25%

    Problem Situation Analysis (PSA)

    15%

    Candidate Profile

    10%

    Work Experience

    5%

    Played Sports

    15%

    TOTAL

    100%

    First Call Selection Criteria

    Based on Profile 

    KJSIM Mumbai MBA Marketing Communication Selection Parameters

    Parameters

    Profile Based

    Qualifying Exam

    25%

    Video Resume

    15%

    Personal Interview (PI)

    40%

    Problem Situation Analysis (PSA)

    10%

    Academic Profile

    10%

    TOTAL

    100%

    First Call Selection Criteria

    Based on Profile 

    KJSIM Mumbai MCA Admission Process

    • Meet the K J Somaiya Institute of Management Mumbai MCA eligibility criteria.
    • Appear for and qualify for MAH-MCA CET or PERA CET or CUET. 
    • Students will be selected based on performance in the entrance examination.
    • Finally selected students must get their documents verified and pay the K J Somaiya Institute of Management Mumbai admission fees.

    Also See: KJSIM Facilities

    Documents Required for KJSIM Mumbai Admissions

    • Entrance Exam – Admit Card

    • Entrance Exam – Score Card

    • SSC Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate

    • HSC / Diploma Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate

    • Degree All Semester or Year-wise Mark Sheets

    • Passing Certificate

    • Degree / Convocation Certificate

    • CGPA to % Conversion Letter, if any

    • SOP (only for MBA - HCM and MBA - SM)

    • Achievement / Award or Reward Certificate / Co-Curricular / Extra Curricular Certificates if any

    • Work Experience Certificates, if any

    • Transfer Certificate

    • Leaving / Migration Certificate

    • Birth Certificate

    • Domicile Certificate – If applicable

    • VastiPatrak & GLMS Affidavit – Only for Gujarati Linguistic Minority Candidates

    • Any Government Photo Identity Proof

    • Photographs – 2 Nos

    Note: Students need to submit the above-mentioned documents before the commencement of the classes at the K J Somaiya Institute of Management Mumbai.

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    Q: What is the admission process for K J Somaiya Institute of Management Mumbai?
    A:

    The K J Somaiya Institute of Management Mumbai follows an entrance-based admission process for postgraduate and doctoral programmes. Candidates must apply online through the official website, fill in their academic and personal details, and submit the application form. Final admission is granted based on entrance exam scores, further selection rounds, and document verification.

    Q: Which entrance exams are accepted for MBA admission at KJSIM Mumbai?
    Q: What is the selection process for MBA admission at KJSIM Mumbai?
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    Academics

    Faculty members demonstrate good subject knowledge and generally explain concepts in an understandable manner. They use practical examples and relevant information to make topics more meaningful. Students are encouraged to ask questions and participate in discussions.

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    The college pays adequate attention to the maintenance of its infrastructure. Classrooms, laboratories, computer rooms, library areas, and common spaces are generally kept in good condition. Essential facilities such as sanitation, drinking water, lighting, and seating are available

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    SET exam is also accept for MBA admission
    Hello Aspirant,

    No, SET is not for MBA.
    Symbiosis Entrance Test (SET) 2020 is a university level entrance test conducted for offering admission to candidates in undergraduate programs offered by Symbiosis University.You can get admission in Bachelor's level courses through SET and MBA is Postgraduate course.

    I hope this helps
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    8 Mar'20
    I got 74.65 percentile in XAT . I belong to OBC category. can i apply in KJ Somaiya and welingkar institute for HR specialization. is their any girls quota in these colleges ?
    KJ Somaiya requires a minimum of 85 percentile for both CAT and XAT. There's no different cutoff for different categories so anyone who wants to apply for the college has to score a minimum of 85 percentile. But you can definitely apply for Welingkar Mumbai and Bangalore campuses as the
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    I have 82.05 percentile in XAT Class X - 92.6 Class XII - 87.4 BE - 83.1 Work Ex - 3+ Do I have chance to get a call from KJ Somaiya
    You have a pretty decent XAT percentile but KJ Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research requires a minimum of 85 percentile in both CAT and XAT exams. The Institute considers only the overall percentile. So it may be a little difficult for you to get a call. But you
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