Admission Process for MBA Program
The admission to the MBA program at Noble University Junagadh follows a rigorous and transparent process designed to identify candidates with strong academic backgrounds, leadership potential, and alignment with the university's values.
Application Procedure
- Online Registration: Candidates must register online through the official website of Noble University Junagadh. The registration portal opens in June each year.
- Submission of Documents: Applicants are required to upload scanned copies of their academic certificates, passport-size photographs, and other relevant documents.
- Entrance Examination: Candidates must appear for the MBA Common Entrance Test (MBA-CET), which assesses aptitude, quantitative ability, logical reasoning, and general awareness.
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates are invited for a personal interview conducted by a panel of faculty members and industry experts.
- Group Discussion: Candidates undergo a group discussion round to evaluate communication skills, team collaboration, and critical thinking abilities.
- Final Merit List: Based on the combined scores from the entrance exam, interview, and group discussion, a merit list is prepared for seat allocation.
Eligibility Criteria
| Category | Qualifying Exam | Minimum Percentage | Subject Combination | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | Graduation in any discipline | 50% | - | 25 years (as on 30 June) |
| EWS | Graduation in any discipline | 45% | - | 25 years (as on 30 June) |
| OBC-NCL | Graduation in any discipline | 45% | - | 25 years (as on 30 June) |
| SC | Graduation in any discipline | 40% | - | 25 years (as on 30 June) |
| ST | Graduation in any discipline | 40% | - | 25 years (as on 30 June) |
| PwD | Graduation in any discipline | 40% | - | No age limit |
Admission Categories and Seat Distribution
The total number of seats available for the MBA program is 120, distributed among various categories as follows:
- General: 60 seats
- EWS: 10 seats
- OBC-NCL: 15 seats
- SC: 10 seats
- ST: 5 seats
- PwD: 10 seats
Previous Year Rank Cutoffs
| Year | General | EWS | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | PwD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1200 | 1800 | 1500 | 2000 | 2200 | 2500 |
| 2023 | 1400 | 2000 | 1700 | 2200 | 2400 | 2700 |
| 2022 | 1500 | 2200 | 1900 | 2400 | 2600 | 2900 |
| 2021 | 1600 | 2300 | 2000 | 2500 | 2700 | 3000 |
| 2020 | 1700 | 2400 | 2100 | 2600 | 2800 | 3100 |
Preparation Strategy for Entrance Exam
To succeed in the MBA-CET, aspirants should focus on:
- Building a strong foundation in quantitative aptitude and logical reasoning.
- Staying updated with current affairs and business news.
- Practicing mock tests regularly to improve speed and accuracy.
- Developing clear communication skills for the personal interview and group discussion rounds.
Counseling Process
The counseling process involves the following steps:
- Display of merit list on the official website.
- Candidates are invited to fill their preferences based on rank and available seats.
- Seat allocation is done through a centralized system ensuring transparency and fairness.
- Final confirmation of admission requires payment of fees and submission of documents.