Admissions
The admission process for the Bachelor of Business Administration program at Ajay Kumar Garg Institute of Management is designed to identify high-caliber candidates who possess both academic excellence and leadership potential. The institute aims to foster a diverse cohort of students capable of contributing meaningfully to their future careers and society.
Admission Process
The admission process is structured into several stages to ensure fairness, transparency, and merit-based selection:
- Online Application Submission: Candidates begin by filling out an online application form available on the official website. The form requires personal information, academic details, and preferences for admission.
- Eligibility Verification: After submission, the institute verifies eligibility criteria including age limit, qualifying exam scores, and subject combinations. Only eligible candidates proceed to the next stage.
- Entrance Examination Conduct: For those applying through competitive exams, the institute conducts its own written examination or accepts scores from recognized national-level tests such as JEE Advanced or JEE Main.
- Counseling Session: Shortlisted candidates participate in a counseling session where they can review their performance, select preferred branches and colleges, and finalize their admission preferences.
- Seat Acceptance: Final seat allocation is confirmed after payment of fees and verification of documents. Candidates must complete all formalities to secure their admission.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for admission are as follows:
| Category | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | Subject Combination | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | CBSE, ICSE, State Board | 75% | Mathematics, English, Any Third Subject | 17-25 years |
| EWS | CBSE, ICSE, State Board | 70% | Mathematics, English, Any Third Subject | 17-25 years |
| OBC-NCL | CBSE, ICSE, State Board | 65% | Mathematics, English, Any Third Subject | 17-25 years |
| SC | CBSE, ICSE, State Board | 60% | Mathematics, English, Any Third Subject | 17-25 years |
| ST | CBSE, ICSE, State Board | 60% | Mathematics, English, Any Third Subject | 17-25 years |
| PwD (General) | CBSE, ICSE, State Board | 50% | Mathematics, English, Any Third Subject | 17-25 years |
| PwD (OBC-NCL) | CBSE, ICSE, State Board | 50% | Mathematics, English, Any Third Subject | 17-25 years |
| PwD (SC) | CBSE, ICSE, State Board | 50% | Mathematics, English, Any Third Subject | 17-25 years |
| PwD (ST) | CBSE, ICSE, State Board | 50% | Mathematics, English, Any Third Subject | 17-25 years |
Admission Statistics
The following table presents historical admission data for the last seven years:
| Year | General (Opening Rank) | General (Closing Rank) | EWS (Opening Rank) | EWS (Closing Rank) | OBC-NCL (Opening Rank) | OBC-NCL (Closing Rank) | SC (Opening Rank) | SC (Closing Rank) | ST (Opening Rank) | ST (Closing Rank) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 850 | 1120 | 1200 | 1450 | 1500 | 1780 | 1800 | 2100 | 2200 | 2450 |
| 2020 | 790 | 1080 | 1150 | 1380 | 1450 | 1700 | 1750 | 2000 | 2100 | 2350 |
| 2021 | 810 | 1100 | 1180 | 1400 | 1480 | 1750 | 1780 | 2050 | 2150 | 2400 |
| 2022 | 830 | 1130 | 1200 | 1420 | 1500 | 1780 | 1800 | 2100 | 2200 | 2450 |
| 2023 | 850 | 1150 | 1220 | 1450 | 1520 | 1800 | 1820 | 2120 | 2220 | 2480 |
| 2024 | 870 | 1180 | 1250 | 1480 | 1550 | 1830 | 1850 | 2150 | 2250 | 2500 |
| 2025 | 890 | 1200 | 1270 | 1500 | 1570 | 1850 | 1870 | 2180 | 2270 | 2520 |
Preparation Strategy
To succeed in the admission process, aspirants should adopt a comprehensive preparation strategy:
- Focused Study Plan: Develop a structured schedule covering all subjects including Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English. Allocate more time to areas where you struggle.
- Practice Previous Year Papers: Regularly solve previous year question papers and sample tests to familiarize yourself with exam patterns and improve speed.
- Take Mock Tests: Participate in online mock tests conducted by coaching institutes or self-assess through online platforms.
- Time Management: Practice time management skills during practice sessions to enhance efficiency in actual examinations.
- Stay Updated: Keep track of current affairs, especially those related to business and economics.
Counseling Procedure
The counseling procedure involves careful consideration of available seats and preferences. Candidates are advised to:
- Understand Category-wise Seats: Know the number of seats allocated under each category (General, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, PwD) to make informed choices.
- Prioritize Preferences Wisely: Arrange your preferences based on past trends and your own performance expectations. Avoid placing too many similar choices consecutively.
- Use Choice Filling Strategy: Use a balanced approach by including both high-ranking and mid-tier options to maximize chances of admission.
- Review Past Ranks: Analyze previous years' rank lists to estimate cutoffs for different categories and branches.