🎓 About Vivekanand Business School (VBS)
Vivekanand Business School (VBS) is a leading management institute in Mumbai known for its industry-focused PGDM program, strong corporate connect, and profile-based admission process. The institute emphasizes academic excellence, practical learning, and overall personality development through projects, internships, and corporate interactions.
Its unique admission & evaluation structure ensures that students with strong academic consistency and leadership potential stand out during selection.
Available Courses at Vivekanand Business School (VBS)
PGDM (2-Year Full-Time Program)
VBS offers a two-year AICTE-approved PGDM program designed to prepare students for managerial roles across business functions. The curriculum includes classroom learning, live projects, industry sessions, internships, and hands-on exposure to business tools and practices.
Specializations are offered in major management domains such as Marketing, Finance, HR, Business Analytics, and Operations (as applicable from official course structure).
💼 Vivekanand Business School (VBS) Fees Structure 2025
First Year Fees
| Particulars | 1st Installment (Admission Time) | 2nd Installment (November) |
|---|---|---|
| Tutorial | ₹2,47,500 | ₹2,47,500 |
| Examination | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| Library | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| Caution Money Deposit | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| Total | ₹2,60,000 | ₹2,60,000 |
Total 1st Year Fee: ₹5,20,000
Second Year Fees
| Particulars | 3rd Installment (June) | 4th Installment (November) |
|---|---|---|
| Tutorial | ₹1,95,500 | ₹1,95,500 |
| Examination | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| Alumni | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| Library | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| Innovation Lab | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| Total | ₹2,15,000 | ₹2,15,000 |
Total 2nd Year Fee: ₹4,30,000
Total Course Fee (PGDM 2025–27): ₹9,50,000
Hostel Accommodation
| Particulars | Amount |
|---|---|
| Non-AC Room (Annual) | ₹1,20,000 |
| AC Room (Annual) | ₹1,60,000 |
| Hostel Mess (10 months) | ₹90,000 |
| Security Deposit (Refundable) | ₹5,000 |
Total Annual Cost (Accommodation + Mess + Security)
- Non-AC: ₹2,15,000
- AC: ₹2,55,000
Admission Process for Vivekanand Business School (VBS)
The admission process at VBS is profile-based, ensuring equal weightage to academic consistency, entrance scores, and personal attributes.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a graduate from a recognized Indian university with minimum 50% marks.
- Final-year students can apply; admission will be provisional until they submit their final results.
- Accepted exam scores: CAT / XAT / MAT / MAH-CET / CMAT / GMAT / ATMA.
Required Documents for Application
Students must submit attested photocopies of the following:
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Marksheets & passing certificates (SSC, HSC, Graduation — all semesters)
- Entrance exam scorecard (National / State level)
- Identity proof (Aadhaar / Driving License / Passport / Voter ID)
- Nationality proof (Birth Certificate / Passport / Domicile)
- Address proof
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Work Experience Letter (if applicable)
Originals + one attested copy must be submitted at admission. Missing documents may lead to cancellation.
Selection Process at Vivekanand Business School (VBS)
Selection Weightage
| Parameter | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Entrance Exam Score | 40% |
| Academics (SSC, HSC, Graduation) | 25% |
| Personal Interview | 30% |
| Extracurriculars / Work Experience | 5% |
Entrance Exam Cut-Off Percentiles
| Exam | Cut-off |
|---|---|
| CAT | 75%ile |
| XAT | 70%ile |
| CMAT | 75%ile |
| MAT | 85%ile |
| ATMA | 85%ile |
| MAH-CET | 85%ile |
Vivekanand Business School (VBS) Placement Report
Vivekanand Business School (VBS) has maintained strong corporate connect and consistent placement activity. Below are the key placement metrics from the official placement report (2022–24).
Placement Highlights (2022 – 2024)
| Placement Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Highest CTC | ₹12.23 LPA |
| Top 10 Average Salary | ₹11.26 LPA |
| Top 25 Average Salary | ₹9.85 LPA |
| Top 50 Average Salary | ₹8.50 LPA |
| New Recruiters | 56 |
| Total Recruiters | 300+ |
| Placement Rate | 100% |
📈 Sector-wise Placements
| Sector | Percentage |
|---|---|
| ITES / ITES Comm | 22% |
| BFSI | 18% |
| Consulting | 14% |
| Engineering | 7% |
| Advertising & Media | 6% |
| Logistics | 6% |
| Real Estate | 5% |
| Pharma | 5% |
| FMCG | 5% |
| Education | 3% |
| Other Sectors | 8% |
🏢 Top Recruiters at VBS
VBS is associated with 300+ leading national and multinational companies. Some of the major recruiters include:
Amazon, Morgan Stanley, Deloitte, EY, Hershey’s, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Mahindra Logistics, Godrej, Nomura, DCB Bank, Maersk, Reliance, SS&C Technologies, GEP, Indiamart, Oberoi, TaskUs, Tech Alpha, Redington, eClerx, PhonePe, MSCI, ITC, Bank of America, Info Edge, Aptech, McLeod’s, Oberoi Realty and many more.
