ISME Bangalore: Admission 2025, Courses, Fees, Cutoff, Placement, Ranking

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Updated on - Dec 4, 2025

The International School of Management Excellence (ISME) Bangalore, established in 2006, is a premier business school accredited by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

ISME Bangalore's flagship program is the two-year full-time PGDM, approved by AICTE. Admissions to various courses at ISME are determined by scores from exams such as CAT, XAT, SNAP, MAT, GMAT, and CMAT. Additionally, ISME offers Ph.D. programs in collaboration with the University of Mysore and a Fellow Program in Management, catering to working executives, managers, faculty, researchers, and entrepreneurs.

ISME Bangalore supports its meritorious students by offering various scholarship options, including merit-based scholarships and defense scholarships for the children of defense personnel.

 

ISME Bangalore boasts an active placement cell dedicated to securing excellent recruitment opportunities for its students. As per the latest placement statistics for 2024, the average package stood at INR 8 LPA, with the highest package reaching INR 14 LPA.

ISME Bangalore Highlights

In the table below, students can find the important details about ISME Bangalore:

ISME Bangalore

Type of Institute

Private

Year of Establishment

2006

Approvals

AICTE, AIU

Accreditation

NBA, AICTE, AIU

Affiliations

Bangalore University, Mysore University

International Collaborations

  • Management Development Institute of Singapore, Singapore
  • Singapore Institute of Management
  • University of North Carolina, Pembroke, USA
  • Thunderbird School of Global Management, USA
  • Oklahoma City University, USA
  • Carleton University, Canada
  • University of Newcastle, Australia
  • The University of Applied Sciences Würzburg-Schweinfurt (THWS), Germany
  • ESC Clermont Business School, France
  • FOM University of Applied Sciences for Economics and Management, Germany
  • Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia

Location

Bangalore, Karnataka

Address

Sy. No. 88, Chembanahalli, Near Dommasandra Circle, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore 562125 Karnataka, India

ISME Bangalore Courses & Fees

Undergraduate, graduate, and doctorate studies are available at ISME Bangalore. An overview of ISME Bangalore courses and fees, offered in a variety of subjects and their specializations can be found below.

Course

Total Fees

Eligibility and Selection

BBA

INR 7.45Lakh

Eligibility: Applicants must have passed 10+2 with 60% marks from the ICSE/ CBSE board.

Selection: Applicants are called in for an interview based on their application and academic profile. Applicants must be fluent in oral and written English.

BCA

INR 5.1 Lakh

Eligibility: Applicants must have passed 10+2 with 60% marks from the ICSE/ CBSE board.

Selection: Applicants are called in for an interview based on their application and academic profile. Applicants must be fluent in oral and written English

B.Com

INR 6.45 Lakh

Eligibility: Applicants must have passed 10+2 with 60% marks from the ICSE/ CBSE board.

Selection: Applicants are called in for an interview based on their application and academic profile. Applicants must be fluent in oral and written English

MCA

INR 4.90 Lakh

Eligibility: Applicants must complete their graduation in respective subjects from a recognized university or institute. Valid scores of PGCET.

Selection: Applicants are called in based on their application and academic profile. Applicants must be fluent in oral and written English

PGDM

INR 10.45 Lakh

Eligibility: Applicants must complete their graduation in respective subjects from a recognized university or institute. 

Applicants must have valid scores of CAT / GMAT / CMAT / XAT / Other MAT Test scores and a Statement of Purpose. 

Selection: Applicants are called for an interview based on their application, statement of purpose, and academic profile.

ISME Bangalore Admission 

ISME Bangalore admission takes place in three steps- 

  • The first step is where applicants must fill out the admission form. All the academic details and other important details are required. Applicants must also attach all the required documents. 
  • The second step involves shortlisting. Based on the details shared on the application form, applicants are shortlisted for the rest of the admission process. 
  • The third step of the admission process differs for different courses. For UG programs, applicants are called in for a general interview. Whereas for the PGDM program, applicants are invited for an interview with their statement of purpose and then the interview revolves around the submitted data. 

Admission to UG courses and MCA is merit-based and the academic profile of applicants is considered for the interview process.  However, for admission to the PGDM program, applicants must have valid scores in national entrance examinations such as CAT/XAT/GMAT/ MAT, etc. 

ISME Bangalore Cutoff 

As mentioned above, the ISME Bangalore cutoff for admission is only applicable to the PGDM program. The institute offers a PGDM course in different subjects and specializations. Admission to these programs considers scores for different entrance exams such as CAT/XAT/PGCET etc. The ISME Bangalore cutoff details for these are given below:

ISME Bangalore PGDM Cutoff

The ISME Bangalore PGDM cutoff 2023 based on CAT 2023 is given below. The CAT cutoff 2024 will be announced after the CAT 2024 result is announced in January 2025. The CAT 2024 is scheduled for November 24, 2024. 

The CAT cutoff 2023 given below is the overall cutoff for different PGDM specializations for the general category of students. 

Courses

CAT Cutoff 2023 Round 1

PG Diploma in Management Business Analytics

60

PGDM Marketing

60

PGDM Finance

60

PGDM Human Resource Management

60

PGDM International Accounting

60

ISME Bangalore MCA Cutoff

ISME Bangalore admission to its MCA programs requires valid PGCET scores. Since the PGCET 2024 result has not been declared yet, the PGCET cutoff 2023 is given below. 

The given cutoff is from the round 1 and 2 for general category students. 

Course

PGCET Cutoff Round 1

PGCET Cutoff Round 2

MCA

14173

13504

ISME Bangalore Ranking

ISME Bangalore is a known management institution. The institute has been ranked in several categories by different rating bodies. Some of these ISME Bangalore rankings are given below in the table:

Ranking/Recognition Year Ranking Agency
Ranked among the Top 33 B-Schools in India 2023 TOI and India Today
5th Top B-School in Bangalore 2023 India Today
9th Top B-School in South 2024 TOI
B-School for Best ROI 2023 Academic Insights
Best School for Academic Excellence 2022 Bangalore Management Association (BMA)
Ranked among the Top 4 Eminent B-Schools of Super Excellence 2024 CSR
2nd Leading B-School in India 2024 GHRDC

ISME Bangalore Placement

ISME Bangalore placement is ongoing and therefore final details are not yet shared by the institute. However, the following data has been shared by the students:

Particulars

Details

ISME Bangalore Highest Package 2024

INR 14 LPA

ISME Bangalore Average Package 2024

INR 8 LPA

Top Recruiters

Accenture, KPMG, Deloitte,

EY, Grant Thornton, Godrej & Boyce,

Wipro, Amazon, Capgemini, TCS

ISME Bangalore Campus

The ISME Bangalore campus boasts cutting-edge facilities. These are discussed below:

  • Thoughtfully planned classrooms outfitted with the newest technology for audio and video.
  • A library housing a substantial volume of management books, and connections to the databases of EBSCO and JSTOR in addition to the libraries of IIM and the British Council of India. 
  • ISME Bangalore also has different clubs to encourage different co-curricular activities of students and their holistic development.
  • The college's state-of-the-art auditorium, equipped with the newest in acoustics, audio, and video technology, holds important educational conferences and cultural events.
  •  ISME, Bangalore has modern accommodation facilities for both males and females.
  • Facilities like open-amphitheater, basketball, and other sports and round-the-clock security are available.
  • ISME Bangalore hostel also has amenities, like hot/cold water, pollution-free atmosphere, north, and south Indian veg food, CCTV monitoring, RO drinking water, a spacious playground, separate recreational room with TV and volleyball courts.

The fee details of ISME hostels as per the students' reviews are given below:

Hostel Type (Girls/ Boys) Girls and Boys Hostel
Number of Hostels (Mention separate number for boys/girls hostel) 1 - Girls Hostel
1 - Boys Hostel
Capacity 300
Hostel Fees 1,60,000 per year (inclusive of mess)
Mess Fees NA
Location (on-campus or off-campus) On- campus
Number of Rooms 120
Room Type (Occupancy basis) Double and Triple Occupancy
Hostel Facilities/ Amenities Shared accommodation
Breakfast, lunch, evening tea and dinner
Laundry, Water, and Electricity charges
Access to the Sports arena
Annual Health Insurance coverage of up to INR 50,000/- cashless/reimbursed medical emergencies every year.
All the ISME students residing in the hostel will be issued an insurance health card.

ISME Bangalore Alumni

ISME Bangalore has a strong Alumni network. To stay in touch and organize events, there is a separate website for everyone to use. The alumni organization conducts events like reunions, dandiya nights, and talks. 

ISME Bangalore Highlights

Affiliate University Bangalore University
Institution Type Private
Website www.isme.in
Accredited by NBA

ISME Bangalore Courses & Fees 2025

Course Average Fees Duration Action
MCA ₹4,90,000 3 Years
BBA ₹7,45,000 3 Years
BCA ₹5,10,000 3 Years
BCom -- 3 Years

ISME Bangalore Courses and Fee Structure

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Courses offered by ISME Bangalore

₹ 4,90,000 (3 Years)

₹ 7,45,000 (3 Years)

₹ 5,10,000 (3 Years)

ISME Bangalore PGDM XAT Cutoff 2022 - General

ISME Bangalore PGDM XAT cutoff 2022 has been released for Round 1. The overall ISME Bangalore PGDM cutoff 2022 Percentile for General category is 60%.

PGDM [Post Graduate Diploma in Management] Round 1 (Percentile)
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
60.00%
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ISME Bangalore PGDM MAT Cutoff 2022 - General

ISME Bangalore PGDM MAT cutoff 2022 has been released for Round 1. The overall ISME Bangalore PGDM cutoff 2022 Percentile for General category is 75%.

PGDM [Post Graduate Diploma in Management] Round 1 (Percentile)
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
75.00%
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Exams Accepted by ISME Bangalore

CAT

FAQs on ISME Bangalore

Q: Is ISME Bangalore AICTE accredited?

A:

The International School of Management Excellence Bangalore is AICTE-accredited.

Q: What are the courses offered at ISME Bangalore?

A:

The International School of Management Excellence Bangalore offers undergraduate and postgraduate diplomas and doctoral programs in Management.

Q: Can an applicant apply online to ISME Bangalore?

A:

Applications are available on the official website for candidates to apply to the International School of Management Excellence Bangalore.

Q: Can I get direct admission to the ISME Bangalore PGDM program?

A:

No, there is no direct admission to the ISME Bangalore PGDM program. Applicants need to have a valid score on any of the major managerial entrance exams. Applicants must also submit their statement of purpose along with the admission form. Admission is finalised after an interview and general discussion.

Q: Can I get a fee refund from ISME Bangalore?

A:

There is no refund policy for the ISME Bangalore admission fee paid at the time of registration. If a cancellation is made 30 days before the joining date, the 10,000/- hostel booking fee will be refunded.

Q: How are the placement activities at ISME Bangalore?

A:

ISME Bangalore starts its placement activities as soon as the first year ends and starts preparing students for upcoming interviews. Every year many students are recruited based on the placement trajectory program.

Q: Is ISME Bangalore a good college?

A:

ISME Bangalore is one of the top private colleges in South India. The fee for the programs is reasonable. The total ISME Bangalore PGDM fee is INR 9.4 Lakhs. The placement activities start early and help students during the recruitment process. The institute also offers many scholarships to its students.

ISME Bangalore Reviews

Overall Rating

3.4

Verified

Distribution of Rating

>4-5 star

11

>3-4 star

14

>2-3 star

5

1-2 star

0

Entrance Exams & Admissions

1

Placements & Internships

4.1

Fees & Scholarships

4

Academics & Faculty

4.2

College Infrastructure & Hostel Facilities

4.1

Clubs & Associations

4.1

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Abitha Rajan K Batch 2023 PGDM [Post Graduate Diploma in Management]
5
Reviewed on Mar 07, 2024
5 Entrance
5 Fees
5 Academics
5 Infrastructure
5 Placements
5 Campus

Placements & Internships : The college is providing ITP program . Students are getting ppo from high reputed industries like Deloitte and EY.Value added program is also there for students.

Entrance Exams & Admissions : Visit the ISME Bangalore official website and apply online for the desi

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Ajay Batch 2023 PGDM [Post Graduate Diploma in Management]
5
Reviewed on Mar 01, 2024
5 Entrance
5 Fees
5 Academics
5 Infrastructure
5 Placements
5 Campus

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Anukritid Isme2022 Batch 2022 PGDM [Post Graduate Diploma in Management]
4
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2021
4 Placements

Placements & Internships : I'm currently working as a content marketing intern with GETMYUNI, and I'm offered a stipend of 6000/- per month. As of now, my college had provided 100% internship opportunities to all my batchmates and almost 100% placements to my senio

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Lucitad Isme2022 Batch 2022 PGDM [Post Graduate Diploma in Management]
3.7
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2021
3.5 Placements
3.5 Fees
4 Academics
3.5 Infrastructure
4 Campus

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Anjanarm Isme2022 Batch 2022 PGDM [Post Graduate Diploma in Management]
4.6
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2021
4.5 Placements
4.5 Fees
4.5 Academics
5 Infrastructure
4.5 Campus

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