Admissions Process
The admission process for the MBA program at Driems University Cuttack is conducted through a comprehensive selection mechanism that evaluates candidates based on their academic background, aptitude, and potential for leadership development.
Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. The age limit for applicants is 21 years as of July 31st, 2025.
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Minimum 21 years as on 31st July, 2025 |
| Qualifying Exam | Any recognized undergraduate degree (Science, Commerce, Arts) |
| Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | 45% (General), 40% (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) |
| Subject Combination | No specific subject combination required |
The process begins with the submission of an online application form through the official website. Candidates are then required to appear for a written entrance examination that tests aptitude in quantitative ability, verbal ability, logical reasoning, and general awareness.
Entrance Examination
The MBA entrance examination is conducted annually and lasts for 2 hours. The exam consists of four sections:
- Quantitative Ability (40 questions)
- Verbal Ability (40 questions)
- Logical Reasoning (40 questions)
- General Awareness (30 questions)
Shortlisted candidates are invited for a personal interview and group discussion round. The final selection is based on performance in the entrance examination, personal interview, and group discussion.
Counseling Procedure
The counseling process involves seat allocation based on merit lists generated from the combined scores of the entrance examination, personal interview, and group discussion. Candidates are advised to carefully fill their choices during the counseling procedure, considering factors such as preferred branches, location preferences, and availability of seats.
Seats are allocated according to category-wise reservation policies. The process includes document verification, fee payment, and confirmation of admission status.
Admission Timeline
The typical admission timeline for the MBA program at Driems University Cuttack is as follows:
- Application Form Opening: April 2025
- Last Date for Application Submission: May 2025
- Entrance Examination: June 2025
- Interview & Group Discussion: July 2025
- Merit List Declaration: August 2025
- Counseling Process: September 2025