Admissions
The admission process for the Retail Management program at Itm Skills University Navi Mumbai is designed to identify academically strong and motivated students who are ready to contribute to the evolving landscape of retail management.
Admission Process Overview
The process begins with an online application submitted through the official university portal. Applicants must provide personal details, academic history, and preferences for courses offered. Once applications are received, they undergo document verification to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Shortlisted candidates proceed to the entrance examination, which assesses their knowledge in core subjects including Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, General Awareness, and Logical Reasoning. The exam is conducted at designated centers across India and is followed by a counseling session for seat allocation.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for admission to the Retail Management program, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Completion of 12th grade or equivalent examination with a minimum aggregate score of 60% in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM).
- Candidates from all streams (Science, Commerce, Humanities) are welcome to apply.
- Age limit is 20 years as of December 31st of the admission year for general category candidates. Relaxation is available for reserved categories as per university norms.
- Foreign nationals and NRI candidates must fulfill additional documentation requirements.
| Category | Eligibility Criteria | Reservation Percentage |
| General | General candidates without any reservation | 50% |
| SC | Caste certificate issued by competent authority | 15% |
| ST | Caste certificate issued by competent authority | 7.5% |
| OBC-NCL | Caste certificate issued by competent authority | 27% |
| EWS | Income certificate below ₹8 lakh per annum | 10% |
| PwD | Disability certificate issued by competent authority | 5% |
| NRI | Foreign national or Indian origin abroad | 15% |
Entrance Examination
The entrance examination is a comprehensive test that evaluates candidates' aptitude and knowledge in core academic areas. The exam duration is two hours and consists of multiple-choice questions covering:
- Mathematics (30%)
- Physics (20%)
- Chemistry (20%)
- General Awareness (15%)
- Logical Reasoning (15%)
Candidates are advised to practice previous year papers and take mock tests to familiarize themselves with the exam pattern and time management.
Counseling Session
The counseling session is a crucial phase where candidates choose their preferred seats based on rank and availability. The process involves:
- Display of all available seats and respective categories.
- Selection of preferences by the candidate in order of priority.
- Allocation of seats based on merit and category-wise reservation rules.
- Confirmation of seat acceptance through online payment of fees.
Seat Acceptance
After successful seat allocation, candidates must confirm their admission by paying the required fees within the specified deadline. Failure to complete this step results in automatic forfeiture of the allocated seat.
Rank Analysis
Admission ranks have shown a consistent trend over recent years, reflecting increasing competitiveness and quality of applicants:
| Year | Opening Rank (General) | Closing Rank (General) | Opening Rank (SC) | Closing Rank (SC) | Opening Rank (OBC-NCL) | Closing Rank (OBC-NCL) |
| 2020 | 15,000 | 38,000 | 12,000 | 27,000 | 20,000 | 45,000 |
| 2021 | 13,000 | 35,000 | 10,000 | 25,000 | 18,000 | 40,000 |
| 2022 | 12,000 | 32,000 | 9,000 | 24,000 | 16,000 | 38,000 |
| 2023 | 11,000 | 30,000 | 8,000 | 22,000 | 15,000 | 35,000 |
| 2024 | 10,000 | 28,000 | 7,000 | 20,000 | 14,000 | 32,000 |
Preparation Strategy
To succeed in the entrance examination, aspirants should adopt a structured preparation strategy:
- Strengthen fundamentals in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.
- Practice solving previous year papers and take regular mock tests.
- Focus on time management to ensure all sections are covered adequately.
- Stay updated with current affairs and general knowledge topics.
- Join coaching classes or online tutorials if needed for additional support.
Counseling Tips
During the counseling session, candidates should:
- Research available seats thoroughly before making choices.
- Prioritize top preferences first to avoid leaving better options unselected.
- Understand category-wise rank cutoffs and reservation percentages.
- Prepare necessary documents in advance for verification.
- Be ready to make quick decisions based on real-time updates.