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KJ Somaiya Institute of Management

Vidyanagar, Vidyavihar East, India • 4000774.0(134)
VerifiedPrivateEstd. 1981Somaiya Vidyavihar University Mumbai, MumbaiUGCAACSB
Founded
1981
Type
Private
Affiliation
Somaiya Vidyavihar University Mumbai, Mumbai
Highest Package
₹28.3 LPA

About KJ Somaiya Institute of Management

KJ Somaiya Institute of Management is a constituent college of Somaiya Vidyavihar University. It was founded in 1981 and has been accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and approved by University Grants Commission (UGC). KJ Somaiya is among the top B-Schools, currently ranked 45th by NIRF 2023 and 25th by Business Today 2023 for MBA in the Management Institute category. 

KJ Somaiya offers MBA courses to students across Sports Management, Healthcare Management, and various other streams. KJ Somaiya fees for MBA program is INR 20.87 Lakhs. KJ Somaiya Admission to the MBA program is based on CAT / XAT / GMAT / NMAT / CMAT scores followed by Group Discussion and Personal interview. The Institute also offers Executive MBA, MCA and a PhD program.

KJ Somaiya placements for the batch of 2024 have concluded. KJ Somaiya highest package stood at INR 28.25 LPA. The Institute also successfully concluded its Summer Internship for the batch of 2024, with the highest stipend reaching INR 1.08 Lakhs per month. CRISIL, Colgate, DMart, and Asian Paints are some of the top recruiters of KJSIM.  

KJ Somaiya Important Dates

MBA & MBA - Healthcare Management 
Events Dates
Offer Letters Round 1 - April 1, 2024
Round 2 - April 10, 2024
Round 3 - April 20, 2024
Round 4 - May 2, 2024
Inauguration of Programme (Tentative) June 19, 2024
Commencement of Induction Programme (Tentative) June 20 - 28, 2024
Programme Commencement (Tentative) July 1, 2024
MBA - Sports Management
Events Dates
Last date for submission of Application form for the current round June 7, 2024, 11:59 pm
Personal Interview Round To be Announced
Results To be Announced
Inauguration of Programme (Tentative) June 19, 2024
Commencement of Induction Programme (Tentative) June 20 - 28, 2024
Programme Commencement (Tentative) July 1, 2024
MBA - Executive
Events Dates
Last date to Apply May 31, 2024
Master of Computer Applications
Events Dates
Last date to fill online application form June 15, 2024 (11:59 PM)
Inauguration of Programme August 13, 2024
Commencement of the Induction Programme August 13 - 17, 2024
Commencement of Semester I Classes August 19, 2024

KJ Somaiya Courses & Fees

  • KJ Somaiya offers a 2-year, full-time MBA and MCA programs.
  • In addition, the Institiute offers a 15-month Executive MBA and a PhD program in various specializations.
  • KJ Somaiya fees for flagship MBA program is INR 20.87 Lakhs.

The details for all the KJ Somaiya courses are tabulated below:

Courses Admission Criteria Fees
MBA Intake: 600 + Supernumerary Seats INR 20,87,096
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with 50% marks and CAT / XAT / GMAT / NMAT / CMAT scores
Selection: Entrance Exam Scores + Personal Interview + Group Discussion + Academic Profile + Written Ability Test (WAT) + Work Experience
MBA HCM Intake: 30 INR 20,87,096
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with 50% marks and CAT / XAT / GMAT / NMAT / CMAT scores
Selection: Entrance Exam Scores + Personal Interview + Group Discussion + Academic Profile + Written Ability Test (WAT) + Work Experience + Statement of Purpose + Additional Qualification (HCM Related)
MBA SM Intake: 40 INR 13,22,900
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with 50% marks and CAT / XAT / GMAT / NMAT / CMAT / MAT / ATMA / PERA CET / CUET scores
Selection: Entrance Exam Scores + Personal Interview + Statement of Purpose + Played Sports
Executive MBA Intake: 30 INR 11,57,613
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with 50% marks and 5 years of work experience and CAT / XAT / CMAT / GMAT / NMAT scores
Selection: Entrance Exam Scores + Personal Interview + Statement of Purpose + Past Academic Records
MCA Intake: 60 INR 7,72,120
Eligibility: Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with 50% marks with Mathematics as one of the subject at 10+2 and MAH MCA CET / PERA CET / CUET scores
Selection: Entrance Exam Scores
PhD Eligibility: Master’s Degree with 55% marks OR 4-Year / 8 Semester Bachelor’s Degree with 75% marks and UGC - CSIR - NET-JRF / GATE / GMAT / GPAT / ICMR -JRF / DBT-JRF (BET) / INSPIRE / SVU-PET scores INR 50,000
Selection: Written Test + Personal Interview

KJ Somaiya Admission is based on entrance exam scores followed by group discussion and personal interview. The detailed admission procedure is as follows:

Admission Process Description
Entrance Exam Candidates are required to take the CAT / XAT / GMAT / NMAT / CMAT for admission to the MBA program
Application Form Interested candidates are required to apply for admission through the KJ Somaiya official website. Candidates are also required to submit an SOP for the MBA HCM program
Shortlist for GD - PI Candidates are shortlisted based on their entrance exam scores for the GD - PI process
GD - PI Process GD - PI process is conducted across different cities in India for the shortlisted candidates
Final Merit List Declaration Final Merit List is prepared based on candidate’s performance in entrance exam scores, GD-PI, academic profile, WAT and work experience

The weightage for final selection is as follows:

Parameters Weightage
Entrance Exam Scores 25%
Personal Interview 25%
Group Discussion 15%
Academic Profile 15%
Written Ability Test (WAT) 10%
Work Experience 10%
Total 100%

KJ Somaiya Cutoff

  • KJ Somaiya CMAT cutoff is expected to be 98 percentile, while the CAT cutoff is 84 percentile.
  • Candidates are required to have a minimum score of 224 in NMAT and 500 in GMAT.

KJ Somaiya cutoff is as follows:

Entrance Exam Percentile & Score
CMAT 98 Percentile (Expected)
CAT 84 Percentile
XAT 71 Percentile
NMAT 224 Score
GMAT 500 Score

KJ Somaiya Placement 2024

  • KJ Somaiya has released its placement report for the batch of 2024.
  • KJ Somaiya highest package was recorded at INR 28.25 LPA for the batch of 2024.
  • A total of 148 recruiters participated in the placement drive.

The KJ Somaiya placement statistics are as follows:

Particulars  Placements Statistics (2024) Placements Statistics (2023)
Batch Size Yet to be declared by the institute 614
Number of Recruiters 148 117
Number of New Recruiters Yet to be declared by the institute 40
Highest Package INR 28.25 LPA INR 25.96 LPA
Average Package Yet to be declared by the institute INR 12.32 LPA
Median Package Yet to be declared by the institute INR 11.75 LPA
Top Sectors Banking & Financial Services Banking, IT & Financial Services

KJ Somaiya Summer Internship 2024

  • KJ Somaiya also offers internship opportunities to the students.
  • A total of 115 companies recruited for summer internship, with average stipend for Top 100% of the batch at INR 58,986 per month.

The internship statistics are mentioned below:

Batch Internship Statistics (2024)
Total Recruiters 115
Top 100 Average Stipend INR 58,986 per month
Top 200 Average Stipend INR 43,368 per month
Top 300 Average Stipend INR 32,748 per month

KJ Somaiya ROI 2024

Academic Year Total Fees
2021-23 INR 16,29,279
2022-24 INR 18,78,876
2023-25 INR 19,94,000
ROI Calculation
Total Fees (2024-26) INR 20,87,096
Average Placement (2021-23) INR 12.32 LPA
ROI 59.07%

KJ Somaiya Ranking 2024

Ranking Body Rank
NIRF 2023 45th in Management
IIRF 2024 18th in Top B-Schools (Private)
Business Today 2023 25th in MBA

Life at KJ Somaiya

Campus: KJ Somaiya campus is well spread across 60 acres. The beautiful campus is well-equipped with hi-tech classrooms, IT infrastructure, hostels, medical facilities, an auditorium, library, seminar halls, conference rooms and much more.

KJ Somaiya Campus

Hostels: There are 2 separate hostels for girls and boys, namely, MAITREYA and SANDIPANI respectively in the college. Facilities such as spacious, clean, and well-ventilated living rooms with attached washrooms, internet, a Laundromat, a student mess, an activity room, and a well-equipped gym are available in each hostel.

KJ Somaiya Hostel

Library: A full-fledged, and aesthetically developed Knowledge Center has been built by the institution on its campus. It hosts a vast collection of close to 50000+ books covering a wide range of specializations including Management, Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations, and Data Science. Books are arranged in 2 different sections including General Home-Lending Section and Reference Section. The Library also has subscribed to 80 print Periodicals and there is a separate space for reading. Additionally, there is an open-access system through which students can select books based on their preferences.

KJ Somaiya Library

KJ Somaiya Notable Alumni

Name Designation Company
Anshuman Tiwari (1996-98) Director - Head of Operational Excellence DXC Technology
Aslam Karmali (1989-91) CEO Consumer Division (Retail) Eureka Forbes Ltd
Raksha Agarwal Gupta (2008-10) Leader - Total Rewards Acuity Knowledge Partners
Avipsha Thakur (2007-09) Founder Bunavat

KJ Somaiya FAQs

Ques. What is the admission process for MBA SM program at KJ Somaiya?

Ans. KJ Somaiya admission process for MBA SM program is as follows:

  • Entrance Exam: Candidates are required to appear for one of the entrance exam such as CAT/XAT/GMAT/NMAT/CMAT/ATMA/MAT/PERA-CET/CUET.
  • Online Application Form: Candidates who wish to register for KJ Somaiya MBA SM are required to fill up the online application form with an application fee of INR 1,000.
  • Selection Process: Candidates are shortlisted based on their entrance exam scores followed by Personal Interview, Statement of Purpose along with their involvement in sports.

Ques. How many seats are available for the MBA Executive program at KJ Somaiya?

Ans. A total of 30 seats are available for the MBA Executive program at KJ Somaiya.

Ques. What documents would be needed for admission to the MCA course at the KJ Somaiya?

Ans. The following documents would be needed for admission to the MCA program of KJ Somaiya.

  • Entrance Exam - Admit Card and Score Card
  • 10th and 12th Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate
  • Graduation Degree and year wise Mark sheets
  • Achievement/Co-Curricular / Extra Curricular Certificates (if any)
  • Work Experience (if any)
  • TC / Migration Certificate
  • Birth Certificate
  • Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
  • VastiPatrak & GLMS Affidavit - Only for Gujarati Linguistic Minority Candidates
  • Any Government Photo Identity Proof
  • 2 Passport Size Photographs 

Ques. What is the application fee for KJ Somaiya?

Ans. The application fee at KJ Somaiya is as follows:

Course Name Application Fees in INR
MBA / MBA HCM 3,000
MBA SM 1,000
MCA 1,500
Executive MBA 3,000

Ques. What amount does a student have to submit to KJ Somaiya as Caution Money?

Ans. An individual post taking admission in any of the courses of KJ Somaiya needs to pay a total of INR 10,000 as Caution Money.

Ques. Can I apply to KJ Somaiya if I have not appeared for CAT exam?

Ans. Yes, you can apply to KJ Somaiya if you have not appeared for the CAT exam. However, you must have an eligible score in XAT or CMAT or NMAT or GMAT entrance exam.

Ques. How can I reach KJ Somaiya?

Ans. KJ Somaiya is situated in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Mumbai is well-connected to all the cities in the country. You can reach KJ Somaiya via rail, road or air. The nearest airport to the campus is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, which is situated approximately 8 km away. One of the major railway stations, Dadar, is located 13 km away from the campus.

Ques. Why should I Join KJ Somaiya?

Ans. A few reasons to join KJ Somaiya are listed below: 

  • Global Alumni Base: 14000+ Alums spread across 60+ countries.
  • Lush Green Campus: encourages hopes to bloom through a well-balanced mind and spirit.
  • Legacy of producing value based and purpose driven professionals for 40+ years.
  • Locational Advantage:  Mumbai paves the way to network with stalwarts from the corporate world.
  • World-Class Sports Infrastructure: 20+ Sports facilities available on campus for students
  • Experienced Faculty: enhance the learning spirit in the students.
  • Active Student Life : A vibrant campus buzzing with several student activities  Outstanding placement record over the years has been consistent.
  • International Linkages through student exchange and immersion programmes with 17 countries.
  • Merit Based scholarships & Financial Aid is provided to deserving students.

Ques. What CMAT percentile do I need for KJ Somaiya?

Ans. For admission to KJ Somaiya, the CMAT cutoff is expected to be 98 percentile.

Ques. What are the fees for MBA SM at KJ Somaiya?

Ans. KJ Somaiya charges INR 13,22,900 for MBA SM program. The detailed fee structure is as follows:

Particulars Total Fees in INR
Tuition Fees 10,92,000
Development Fees 2,18,400
Caution Money Deposit (Refundable) 10,000
Alumni Association Fees 2,500
Total Fees 13,22,900
Courses & Fees

Explore Courses

Compare fees, eligibility, duration, exams, and specializations in a compact view.

Courses
5
Lowest Fee
₹53,000
Highest Fee
₹12,37,800
Streams
2
ManagementComputer Applications
Admission
Last Submission Date of Application for Admission 2025 [MBA] (SM)
Start: 30 Apr 2025
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: 84
Exam: CAT
Year: 2024
Ranking
Rank: #25
Agency: India Today
Category: Management
Accepted Exams
CAT2025
30 Nov 25
NMAT2025
05 Nov 25 - 20 Dec 25
XAT2025
05 Jan 25
GMAT2024
CMAT2025
25 Jan 25
Specializations
3 available
General
Master of Business Administration [MBA]
1st Year Fee
₹10,77,200
Total Fee
₹22,32,300
Cutoff
84(CAT)
Health Care Management
Master of Business Administration [MBA] Healthcare Management
1st Year Fee
₹10,77,200
Total Fee
₹22,32,300
Cutoff
84(CAT)
Sports Management
Master of Business Administration [MBA] (Sports Management)
1st Year Fee
₹6,84,100
Total Fee
₹14,14,600
Cutoff
84(CAT)
Admission
Last Submission Date of Application for Admission 2025 [MCA]
Start: 15 Jul 2025
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: 70
Exam: MAH-MCA-CET
Year: 2018
Ranking
Rank: N/A
Agency: N/A
Category: N/A
Accepted Exams
CUET2025
08 May 25 - 01 Jun 25
MAH MCA CET2025
23 Mar 25
Admission
N/A
Start: N/A
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: #25
Agency: India Today
Category: Management
Specializations
8 available
Business Analytics
Ph.D. (Business Analytics)
1st Year Fee
₹53,000
Total Fee
₹1,53,000
Cutoff
N/A
Data Science & Engineering
Ph.D (Data Science & Engineering)
1st Year Fee
₹53,000
Total Fee
₹1,53,000
Cutoff
N/A
Marketing
Ph.D. (Marketing)
1st Year Fee
₹53,000
Total Fee
₹1,53,000
Cutoff
N/A
Human Resource Management
Ph.D. (Human Resource Management)
1st Year Fee
₹53,000
Total Fee
₹1,53,000
Cutoff
N/A
Finance
Ph.D. (Finance)
1st Year Fee
₹53,000
Total Fee
₹1,53,000
Cutoff
N/A
Economics
Ph.D. (Economics)
1st Year Fee
₹53,000
Total Fee
₹1,53,000
Cutoff
N/A
General Management
Ph.D. (General Management)
1st Year Fee
₹53,000
Total Fee
₹1,53,000
Cutoff
N/A
Operation Management
Ph.D (Operation Management)
1st Year Fee
₹53,000
Total Fee
₹1,53,000
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
Last Submission Date of Application for Admission 2025 [EMBA]
Start: 31 Mar 2025
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: #25
Agency: India Today
Category: Management
Accepted Exams
CAT2025
30 Nov 25
GMAT2024
CMAT2025
25 Jan 25
Specializations
1 available
Executive
Master of Business Administration [MBA] (Executive)
1st Year Fee
₹12,37,800
Total Fee
₹12,37,800
Cutoff
N/A
Admission
Last Submission Date of Application for Admission 2025 [EMBA]
Start: 31 Mar 2025
Last Date: N/A
Cutoff
Value: N/A
Exam: N/A
Year: N/A
Ranking
Rank: #25
Agency: India Today
Category: Management
Accepted Exams
CAT2025
30 Nov 25
GMAT2024
CMAT2025
25 Jan 25

Admission Process

Admission to KJ Somaiya Institute of Management is based on various entrance exams and merit. The college offers multiple courses with different admission criteria.

Accepted Entrance Exams

GMATCMATCATNMATXATMAH MCA CETCUET
Placements & Recruiters

KJ Somaiya Institute of Management Placement Details

KJ Somaiya Institute of Management in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India placement details include salary insights, top recruiters, and hiring trends to help students understand career outcomes and campus opportunities.

Students usually compare highest package, average package, and recruiter profile before applying. This section gives a compact overview of career outcomes and placement visibility in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

Recruiters
16
Salary Metrics
1/2
Placement Metric

Highest Package

₹28,25,000

Represents the top salary package reported in the available placement information.

Placement Metric

Average Package

N/A

Shows the typical package range students may expect based on the available average salary data.

Top Recruiters

Leading companies associated with the college’s placement ecosystem.

Showing 16 recruiters
  • Amazon
  • Carrier
  • Cognizant
  • Dell
  • Ernst & Young
  • IBM
  • Infosys
  • JP Morgan Chase & Co.
  • Oracle
  • SAP
  • Wipro
  • Accenture
  • Asus Technology
  • Barclays Bank
  • Blue Star
  • Croda
Campus Facilities

KJ Somaiya Institute of Management Facilities

KJ Somaiya Institute of Management in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India offers campus facilities such as library, hostel, laboratories, sports, transport, cafeteria, medical support, Wi-Fi, and more for a better student experience.

Students often look for practical campus amenities before applying. This section gives a quick overview of the key facilities available for academics, student life, daily comfort, and overall campus experience in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

Total Facilities
9
Academic Support
3
Student Life
6
  • Library
    Academic

    Library

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Medical
    Student Life

    Medical

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Cafeteria
    Student Life

    Cafeteria

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Hostel
    Student Life

    Hostel

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Gym
    Campus Life

    Gym

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Auditorium
    Campus Life

    Auditorium

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Sports
    Campus Life

    Sports

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Comp Labs
    Academic

    Comp Labs

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

  • Laboratory
    Academic

    Laboratory

    Essential campus support designed to improve academic experience, student comfort, and day-to-day convenience.

Faculty

Raman Ramachandran

Director & Dean

Dr. Abha Ashish Wankhede

Assistant Professor

Dr. Anjali Chopra

Associate Professor

Dr. Asha Prasuna

Professor

Prof. Avani Navinchandra Rachh

Assistant Professor

Dr. Bharati Veerendra Wukkadada

Associate Professor

Dr. Bhargavi Karamcheti

Associate Professor

Contact Information

Vidyanagar, Vidyavihar East<br> India

Pincode: 400077

022-67283277

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