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Quick Overview
| Degree | Master of Business Administration (MBA) |
| University | Ajeenkya DY Patil University, Pune |
| Delivered by | Sunstone (Sunstone School of Management) |
| Accreditation | UGC-recognised, NAAC 'A' Grade, AICTE-approved |
| Eligibility | Graduate in any discipline, 50% (45% for reserved category) |
| Entrance exams | CAT / XAT / CMAT / MAT / ATMA / MH-CET / PGCET, or university's own AICET, followed by GD/PI |
| Career tracks | People & Talent, Revenue/Growth & Creator Marketing, Business Analytics & AI Decisioning, Finance & FinTech, Operations & Supply Chain |
| Certifications | 9 industry-relevant certifications |
| Avg. placement package | ₹8.5 LPA (Top 20%) |
| Hiring partners | 1,200+ |
| Fee | 7 Lac Subject to change check latest fees See Details Section |
Course Overview
MBA at Ajeenkya DY Patil University, Pune is a postgraduate degree delivered in partnership with Sunstone. The university is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and NAAC-accredited with an 'A' Grade, and delivers the MBA through Sunstone School of Management (SSM). The curriculum is refreshed every 6 months based on industry feedback and combines core management fundamentals with practical, project-based learning from Day 1. See the full structure on the MBA pillar page.
Career Tracks
Students build toward one of five career tracks, each anchored in hands-on, tool-based training:
| Track | Focus | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| People & Talent | Recruitment, performance management, modern HR tools | Roles in HR, talent management, people operations |
| Revenue, Growth & Creator Marketing | Influencer marketing, lead generation, CRM tools, sales funnels, digital campaigns | Roles in digital marketing, growth, and revenue-driving functions |
| Business Analytics & AI Decisioning | SQL, Advanced Excel, Power BI, Tableau | Data-backed decision-making, business analyst roles |
| Finance & FinTech | Financial analysis, BFSI processes, risk management, compliance | Roles in finance, fintech, and risk/compliance functions |
| Operations & Supply Chain Management | Vendor management, logistics, process optimisation | Roles in operations, logistics, and supply chain management |
Curriculum & Practical Learning
The MBA curriculum covers core papers including Growth Strategies, Quality and Productivity, Data Analysis & Interpretation, Inventory Management, Cash Flow Analysis, Data Collection Techniques, Strategic Management, Recruitment Strategies & Tools, Merchandise Assortment Planning, and Power BI Dashboard Reporting.
- 200+ hours of structured aptitude and placement-readiness training
- 120+ hours of specialized, domain-focused role-based training
- 9 industry-relevant certifications, including Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Financial Modeling
- Practical exposure to 2 industry AI tools every year
- 30+ expert-led sessions by CXOs, founders, and industry leaders
- Mock GDs, personal interviews, case studies, and corporate simulations
- Curriculum refreshed every 6 months based on industry feedback
Eligibility & Admission
Admission to MBA at Ajeenkya DY Patil University requires a graduate degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category), along with a qualifying score in a recognised entrance exam.
Eligibility criteria
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Minimum qualification | Graduate degree (10+2+3 or 10+2+4) in any discipline |
| Minimum aggregate | 50% (45% for reserved category) |
| Final-year candidates | Eligible to apply |
Entrance exams
Admission is based on a valid score in one of the following national-level entrance exams CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, MH-CET, or PGCET or the university's own entrance test (AICET), followed by a Group Discussion/Extempore and Personal Interview. Students who also want to be considered for up to 100% tuition scholarship can separately register for Sunstone's Scholarship Test (BMST); this applies to scholarship eligibility only, not admission itself.
Admission process
- Register and verify your email
- Complete the application and upload documents
- Pay the application fee
- Appear for the applicable entrance exam
- Group Discussion/Extempore and Personal Interview
- Seat confirmation after fee payment
Documents required
- Graduation mark sheets and degree certificate
- Entrance exam scorecard
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size photographs
Fees, Scholarships & Placements
MBA fees at Ajeenkya DY Patil University are available on request, with Zero Cost EMI and scholarship options that can bring costs down for eligible students. For a broader comparison of affordable MBA options, see Sunstone's guide to low-fee MBA colleges in India.
| Fee structure | 7 Lac Subject to change check the latest fee from See Details Section |
| EMI option | Zero Cost EMI available |
| Scholarship | Up to 100% of program fee via Sunstone's Scholarship Test (BMST) |
Placement support
Placement preparation runs through Sunstone PRIME from year one technical training, aptitude development, communication coaching, and mock interviews. A 6-month internship or live project is built into the program. The average MBA salary package via Sunstone at this campus is ₹8.5 LPA (Top 20%), per Sunstone's 2026 placement report, backed by a network of 1,200+ hiring partners and 3,000+ active MBA students.
Top recruiters
Amazon · Deloitte · TCS · HCL Technologies · Axis Bank · IBM · Genpact · Bajaj Finserv · Airtel · Kotak
Campus
Ajeenkya DY Patil University's Pune campus offers Smart Classrooms, a Library, Computer Lab, Cafeteria, Sports Complex, Medical Centre, and Swimming Pool, along with co-curricular clubs and student activities.
| Facility | Available |
|---|---|
| Smart Classrooms | ✅ |
| Library | ✅ |
| Computer Lab | ✅ |
| Cafeteria | ✅ |
| Sports Complex | ✅ |
| Medical Centre | ✅ |
| Swimming Pool | ✅ |
| Co-curricular clubs & student activities | ✅ |
Students also get access to 10+ industry experts through 30+ expert sessions each year.
