Admission Process
The admission process for the MBA program at Guru Kashi University Bathinda follows a transparent and merit-based system. Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria and go through several stages of selection before being considered for seat allocation.
Eligibility Criteria
Category | Minimum Age | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage in 12th Grade | Subject Combination |
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General | 17 years | 10+2 with PCM/PCB/Commerce | 60% | Any combination of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, or Commerce |
EWS | 17 years | 10+2 with PCM/PCB/Commerce | 55% | Any combination of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, or Commerce |
OBC-NCL | 17 years | 10+2 with PCM/PCB/Commerce | 55% | Any combination of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, or Commerce |
SC | 17 years | 10+2 with PCM/PCB/Commerce | 50% | Any combination of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, or Commerce |
ST | 17 years | 10+2 with PCM/PCB/Commerce | 50% | Any combination of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, or Commerce |
PwD (General) | 17 years | 10+2 with PCM/PCB/Commerce | 45% | Any combination of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, or Commerce |
PwD (SC/ST) | 17 years | 10+2 with PCM/PCB/Commerce | 45% | Any combination of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, or Commerce |
Application Procedure
Applications for admission are accepted online through the university's official website. The process involves:
- Registration on the university portal using personal details and academic history.
- Filling out the application form with accurate information regarding educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and preferred specialization.
- Uploading scanned copies of required documents including 10th and 12th mark sheets, Aadhaar card, passport-size photographs, and income certificate if applicable.
- Payment of application fee as specified on the website.
- Submission of the completed application form before the deadline.
Selection Criteria
Selection is based primarily on performance in an entrance examination followed by a personal interview. The entrance exam consists of multiple-choice questions covering quantitative aptitude, verbal ability, logical reasoning, and general awareness.
Entrance Exam Preparation Tips
- Quantitative Aptitude: Focus on topics like percentages, ratios, time-speed-distance, profit-loss, and basic algebra. Regular practice with timed mock tests is essential.
- Verbal Ability: Improve reading comprehension skills and vocabulary through daily reading of newspapers and magazines.
- Logical Reasoning: Practice puzzles, seating arrangements, syllogisms, and data interpretation exercises to enhance analytical thinking.
- General Awareness: Stay updated with current affairs by following news sources and reading business magazines like Economic Times and Business Standard.
Counseling Process
After the entrance examination, candidates are ranked based on their scores. The counseling process involves multiple rounds of seat allocation where applicants can choose their preferred institutions and courses using their rank and category.
Choice Filling Strategy
- Start by listing all available options in order of preference.
- Use the last five years' opening and closing ranks to guide decision-making.
- Consider factors like location, infrastructure, faculty, placement statistics, and fee structure when selecting choices.
- Allocate more weightage to institutions with better past performance and strong alumni networks.
Historical Admission Data (Last 7 Years)
Year | Category | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
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2025 | General | 1200 | 3500 |
2025 | EWS | 800 | 2800 |
2025 | OBC-NCL | 900 | 3100 |
2025 | SC | 600 | 2400 |
2025 | ST | 500 | 2100 |
2024 | General | 1300 | 3800 |
2024 | EWS | 750 | 2900 |
2024 | OBC-NCL | 850 | 3200 |
2024 | SC | 550 | 2300 |
2024 | ST | 480 | 2000 |
2023 | General | 1400 | 4000 |
2023 | EWS | 700 | 3000 |
2023 | OBC-NCL | 800 | 3300 |
2023 | SC | 500 | 2400 |
2023 | ST | 450 | 2100 |