Overview
ABOUT US:-
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune is a constituent of SYMBIOSIS INTERNATIONAL (DEEMED UNIVERSITY) - SIU. Established in 1978, SIBM Pune is one of the premier B-Schools in India and is consistently ranked among the top 10 B-Schools in the country. SIBM Pune is recognized for its excellence in academics and its valuable contributions to industry and society and students. SIBM Pune is a member of EFMD C EFMD Global network.
SIU has been ranked amongst top 50 Universities in India by NIRF, Government ofIndia. The University has also beenranked among the top250 Universities in Asiaand top 150 in BRICSby QS World University rankingssurvey 2018. SIBM Punehas been ranked11th in Management category amongst all the B Schools in India by National Institute
RankingFramework (NIRF), Governmentof India in2025. The institute wasalso awarded 'Gold' Star by the QS Star University Rating 2018.
PROGRAMME OFFERED BY SIBM PUNE
Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune is a constituent of SYMBIOSIS INTERNATIONAL (DEEMED UNIVERSITY) - SIU. Established in 1978, SIBM Pune is one of the premier B-Schools in India and is consistently ranked among the top 10 B-Schools in the country. SIBM Pune is recognized for its excellence in academics and its valuable contributions to industry and society and students.
SIUhas been rankedamongst top 50 Universities inIndia by NIRF, Governmentof India. The Universityhas also beenranked among thetop 250 Universities inAsia and top 150 in BRICSby QS World Universityrankings survey 2018. SIBMPune has been ranked11th in Management category amongst all the B Schools in India by National Institute Ranking Framework (NIRF), Government of India in 2025. The institute was also
awarded 'Gold' Star by the QS Star University Rating 2018.
SIBM Pune’s student orientation pays off rich dividends in the number and nature of the accolades won by students in various national and international com
Scripting Aspirations since 1978
[Constituent of SYMBIOSIS INTERNATIONAL (DEEMED UNIVERSITY) Established under section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 Re-accredited by NAAC with "A++" ]
Top Symbiosis institutes for MBA
- SYMBIOSIS INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Pune:
Widelyconsidered theflagship institute, itconsistently ranksamong the top MBA collegesin India andhas a strong reputationacross Finance, Marketing,and HR.
- SYMBIOSIS CENTER FOR MANAGEMENT C HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENET(SCHMRD), Pune:
Renownedfor its focus onHuman Resource Managementand excellent placements, with strong programs in Marketing, Finance, andOperations aswell.
- SYMBIOSIS INSTITUTE OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS(SIIB), Pune:
Astrong choice forthose interested inspecialized MBAprograms like International Business, Agri-Business, or Energy and Environment.
- SYMBIOSIS INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT(SIBM), Bangalore:
Awell-regarded institutethat offers anMBA with afocus on data analyticsand leadership skills.
- SYMBIOSIS SCHOOL OF BANKING C FINANCE(SSBF), Pune:
Ifyour goal isto specialize inbanking and finance, SSBFis considered oneof the best Symbiosis institutes for this particular program.
TUITION FEES : 26.80(FOR 2YEARS) HIGHEST PACKAGE: 4GLPA AVERAGE PACKAGE: 28.16LPA NIRF RANKING: 13
ESTABLISHED: 1G71
TYPEOF INSTITUTE – PRIVATE ENGINEERING INSTITUTTE
APPLICATION MODE- ONLINE{The Symbiosis entrance exam for MBA programs is the SNAP (Symbiosis National Aptitude Test). It is a computer-based test that includes sections on General English, Logical and Analytical Reasoning, and
Quantitative and Data Interpretation. Candidates take the test, and their scores are used for admission to Symbiosis' affiliated management institutes, which also requires a second stage of selection process like a Group Exercise and Personal Interview }
SELECTION CRITERIA- BASED IN ELIGIBILITY AND SELECTION CRITERIA
General eligibility
- Graduate degree: A bachelor's degree from a recognized university or institution.
- Marks requirement: A minimum of 50% marks in the qualifying degree examination. For Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribes, the minimum is 45%.
- Final year students: Candidates in their final year of graduation can also apply, provided they meet the minimum marks requirement upon admission.
- Foreign degrees: Candidates who have completed their degree from a foreign university must obtain an equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
Key admission requirements
- SNAPTEST: You must appear for the SNAP test and achieve a valid score. The SNAP score is used to shortlist candidates for the next stage of the admission process.
- Selection process: After SNAP, candidates are shortlisted for a selection
process that typically includes Group Discussion (GD), Personal Interview (PI), and Written AbilityTest (WAT).
Exam details
- Full name: Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP)
- Syllabus: GeneralEnglish, LogicalC Analytical Reasoning, and Quantitative C Data Interpretation
- Format: 60-minute computer-based test with 60 questions
- Marking: 1 mark for each correct answer and a negative marking of -0.25 for each incorrect answer
- Multiple attempts: The test is conducted three times a year, and the best score is considered.
Admission process
- Register for SNAP:
Youmust register andpay the fee for the SNAP examthrough the official website, snaptest.org.
- Register for specific programs:
Youmust also registerseparately andpay an additional fee foreach specific MBA program at a Symbiosis institute you wish to apply to.
- Appear for the SNAP test:
Attendone or more ofthe SNAP testdates. You can find the2025 dates on snaptest.org.
- Check your results:
Resultsare announced online. TheSNAP score cardis required forthe next stage.
- Participate in the GE-PI:
Shortlistedcandidates arecalled for a Group Exerciseand Personal Interview process.
- Final selection:
Thefinal selection isbased on a combination ofSNAP score andthe GE-PI performance.
Here is a breakdown of the fees for a few Symbiosis MBA programs:
Approximately ₹24.0 Lakhs for the full-time MBA program for the 2025 academic year.
- Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM), Bangalore:
Approximately ₹20.62 Lakhs for the 2025-2026 academic year, which includes a tuition fee of ₹20.42 Lakhs and other fees of ₹20,000.
The total fees for the MBA (BF) program for the 2025-2026 academic year are structured in installments, with total amounts for the first year being ₹5,70,750 and for the second year being ₹5,35,750.
The fee structure for the MBA in Energy C Environment program for 2024-2026 includes a total first-year cost of ₹4,45,250 and a second-year cost of ₹4,10,250, paid in
installments.
The total fee for the two-year online MBA program is INR 3,15,000.
Popular courses by field
- Management:
- MBA programs, especially at SIBM Pune
- BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)
- Law:
- B.A. LLB programs
- Mass Communication:
- B.A. (Mass Communication)
- Computer Applications:
- B.C.A. (Bachelor of Computer Application)
- Commerce and Arts:
- Bachelor of Commerce and various Bachelor and Master of Arts programs
- Mass Communication:
- SPECIALISATIONS OFFERED
- Marketing
A focused course structure equips those interested in this field with the skill set needed to understand, interpret and apply marketing concepts in live corporate scenarios. The students learn the practical applications of marketing principles through case studies, seminars, workshops, guest lectures and research projects.
- Human Resources
This course provides students with the skills required for successful human capital management. It familiarises them with current corporate practices in the line. The course focuses on interpersonal and people management skills, to enable students to transcend the scope of Human Resource Management and become Strategic Business Partners.
- Finance
This specialisation is designed to provide students with a strong base in applied financial management. It helps them in sound financial decision-making, providing a deep understanding of the financial aspects of the economy and the corporate world. The quantitative and analytic skills of the students are enhanced in the process.
- Operations and Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Management, Logistics and Distribution networks have become huge differentiating factors for an organisation as it competes in the market. The course structure at SIBM Pune ensures that technological knowhow in these lines is integrated with current industrial practices to equip students to deliver beyond standard service levels for the businesses to grow further.
- Data Analytics
Managing large volumes of Data successfully has been identified as a critical skillset for the growth of a business organization. This specialization will equip the students with techno-commercial expertise to analyze Data. The students would also gain the ability to communicate quantitative findings to technical and non-technical business clients
