MBA colleges · Hyderabad
MBA Colleges in Hyderabad
Hyderabad has 3 institutes in the NIRF 2025 Management top 100, led by ICFAI Business School, Hyderabad (IFHE) (rank 46). We have verified fees and placements for 7 of them. Compare each institute's fees, cut-offs and placements before you shortlist.
By ProCounsel Editorial TeamReviewed by ProCounsel counselling teamLast updated 12 Nov 2026
Official sources only · last verified 12 Nov 2026
Which MBA colleges in Hyderabad are NIRF-ranked?
NIRF 2025 Management ranking, as published. Source: India Rankings 2025: Management (NIRF, Ministry of Education)· last verified 11 Nov 2026
| NIRF rank | Institute | Score |
|---|---|---|
| 46 | ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, Hyderabad | 54.4 |
| 72 | Institute of Management Technology | 49.38 |
| 95 | National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management | 45.48 |
What do MBA colleges in Hyderabad cost, and what do graduates earn?
Flagship programme figures from each institute’s own documents.
| Institute | NIRF 2025 | Exams accepted | Total fee | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IBS HyderabadMBA | #46 | CAT, XAT, NMAT, GMAT | ₹17,01,000source | Not published |
| IMT HyderabadPGDM | #72 | CAT, XAT, GMAT | ₹16,00,000source | Not published |
| IPE HyderabadPGDM | Not in top 100 | CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, GMAT | ₹9,00,000source | Not published |
| ISB HyderabadPGP | Not in top 100 | GMAT | ₹34,48,000source | Not published |
| MANAGE HyderabadPGDM-ABM | #95 | CAT | ₹9,75,000source | Not published |
| SIBM HyderabadMBA | Not in top 100 | SNAP | ₹17,52,000source | ₹8,20,000 (2025)source |
| SMS, University of HyderabadMBA | Not in top 100 | CAT, MAT, CMAT | ₹2,19,220source | Not published |
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best MBA college in Hyderabad?
By the NIRF 2025 Management ranking, the highest-ranked institute in Hyderabad is ICFAI Business School, Hyderabad (IFHE) (rank 46), followed by Institute of Management Technology, Hyderabad and National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), Hyderabad. The best choice for you also depends on fees, specialisation and your score.
Should I choose an MBA college in Hyderabad for placements?
Being near industry helps with internships and live projects, but placements depend most on the institute itself. Read each institute's official placement report for the median salary and the share of the batch placed.
Sources
Official documents used on this page, last checked on 12 Nov 2026.
- India Rankings 2025: Management (NIRF, Ministry of Education) (2025)
- IFHE - IBS Hyderabad fee structure (2027)
- IMT Hyderabad PGDM Admissions 2027 page (content served from the institute's API) (2027)
- IPE - Tuition & Financial Aid (fee 2027-29) (2027)
- ISB PGP Fees & Scholarships (2027)
- MANAGE PGDM(ABM) Prospectus 2026-28 (2026)
- SIBM Hyderabad - Fees Structure (MBA batch 2027-29) (2027)
- SIBM Hyderabad - Placement Reports 2023-25 page (2025)
- University of Hyderabad Prospectus 2026-27 - first-semester fee table (2026)
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