Question 1

What is SIBM Famous for?

Accepted Answer

A premier business school in India since 1978, SIBM Pune consistently ranks among the top 10 in the country. In addition to its academic excellence, SIBM Pune is known for its significant contribution to industry, society, and students.

Question 2

Is SIBM Pune worth for MBA?

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If you want to do an MBA from Symbiosis, choose SIBM Pune or SCMHRD. Among all the Symbiosis B-School these are most reputed and offer decent placements to students. SIBM Pune placements 2023witnessed an average package of INR 26.77LPA and the highest package was INR 35.05LPA.

Question 3

Is SIBM tough to get into?

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To get into SIBM-Pune, one must score at least 97.2%ile on the SNAP written exam. This is one of the top tier colleges, but competition is fierce. They shortlist 1200 students for interview, and only 180 are selected.

Question 4

Which Symbiosis is best in India?

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The Symbiosis Institute of Business Management (SIBM) in Pune. As the flagship institute of Symbiosis International University's Faculty of Management, SIBM Pune was founded in 1978. Over the past 39 years, it has grown to become the top MBA college in Pune.

Question 5

Is SNAP easier than CAT?

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SNAP is easier than CAT as it is more student friendly also. However, SNAP is valid for admission to only SIU institutes. CAT, on the other hand, is accepted by over 1200 MBA colleges across India.

Question 6

How are SIBM Punes MBA and PGDBM different?

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MBA and PGDBM are structurally different programs, The former is affiliated to any deemed University and the latter is not recognized by any university but it might be affiliated to AICTE. At Symbiosis, the students get an MBA degree duly recognized by Symbiosis deemed University. Check SIBM Pune Admission

Question 7

How is SIBM Pune Executive MBA course?

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Executive MBA is a part-time Degree program recognized by UGC. The degree will be awarded at the end of Semester V, taking into consideration the performance of all 5-semester examinations, with a minimum requirement of 4.0 CGPA out of 10. Final Degree Certificate will mention that the course is completed as MBA Executive in part-time mode. Check SIBM Pune Courses

Question 8

Can I avail of any bank loan / educational loan for MBA in SIBM Pune?

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Yes, there are facilities for getting Educational Loans to avail of for funding the admissions to MBA course at SIBM,Pune. The bank loans can easily be availed from Axis Bank, Indian Bank, Canara Bank, Credila, Bank of Baroda, or Corporation Bank.

Question 9

What are the infrastructure facilities available at SIBM Pune?

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SIBM, Pune is very rich in its Infrastructure facilities. Most Prominently, the campus has fully equipped computer lab with more than 120 computers available each connected through leased line high speed internet connectivity. SIBM, Pune is among one of the very campuses in India having both Bloomberg Lab and the Marketing and Behavioural Lab. Check SIBM Pune

Question 10

Does SIBM accept a CAT score?

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SIBM does not accept the CAT. You need to take SNAP for applying to SIBM and score around 100 marks in the test to have a chance of being called for the interview.

Question 11

Is SIBM Pune worth joining?

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If you have no calls from any other tier-1 management institute, then yes definitely it is worth joining. If at all SIBM Pune can be considered to be a tier-2 management institute, it leads the pack.

Question 12

What is the selection process of Executive MBA at SIBM Pune?

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Selection will be done on the basis of a Personal Interview. A personal Interview is focused more on getting to know the candidate than testing only the knowledge of the candidate.

Question 13

How are the student loans provided at SIBM Pune?

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Educational Loans can easily be availed from Axis Bank, Indian Bank, Canara Bank, Credila, Bank of Baroda, or Corporation Bank, State Bank of India, IDBI Bank, HDFC Credila.

Question 14

How are the placements at SIBM Pune?

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During the 2023 placement drive at SIBM Pune, the highest package stood at INR 35.05 LPA and the average package at INR 26.77 LPA. The average package of female students was INR 27.67 LPA and for male students was INR 26.31 LPA. Some of the top recruiters wereAccenture, Aditya Birla Group, Asian paints, Bajaj, Phone Pe, Adidas, Hexaware, dabur etc..

Question 15

Is it tough to get into SIBM Pune?

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Answers would differ from person to person. The selection process is done at 2 stages: 1st is the SNAP - Symbiosis National Aptitude Test, which is a common written test for admission to all Symbiosis postgraduate institutes. After successfully passing this stage, short-listed Applicants based on SNAP scores will be called for the selection process at SIBM, Pune. This process includes Group Exercise, Personal Interview & Written Ability Test (GE-PIWAT). Hence, if both the stages are passed successfully then, it's not tough to get into it.

Question 16

How's the teaching method at SIBM Pune?

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The teaching method is a blend of theory and practice. Considering the students' profile and their work experience, classroom teaching is supplemented by Course Assignments, Fieldwork, Integrated Projects, Guest Lectures, Hands-on experience on Research, Experiential Learning, Case Study based learning

Question 17

How's the campus at SIBM Pune?

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SIBM Pune is unparalleled in regard to student experience. The premier business school offers a plethora of knowledge and enlightenment through the brilliant faculty with vast experience in their respective fields, educational hubs with inexhaustible information and diverse, challenging corporate events and competitions.

Question 18

How are SIBMPunes MBA and PGDBM different?

Accepted Answer

MBA and PGDBM are structurally different programs, The former is affiliated to any deemed University and the latter is not recognized by any university but it might be affiliated to AICTE. At Symbiosis, the students get an MBA degree duly recognized by Symbiosis deemed University. Check SIBM Pune Admission

Question 19

How isSIBM PuneExecutive MBA course?

Accepted Answer

Executive MBA is a part-time Degree program recognized by UGC. The degree will be awarded at the end of Semester V, taking into consideration the performance of all 5-semester examinations, with a minimum requirement of 4.0CGPA out of 10. Final Degree Certificate will mention that the course is completed as MBA Executive in part-time mode. Check SIBM Pune Courses

Question 20

Can I avail of any bank loan / educational loan for MBA in SIBMPune?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are facilities for getting Educational Loans to avail of for funding the admissions to MBA course at SIBM,Pune. The bank loans can easily be availed from Axis Bank, Indian Bank, Canara Bank, Credila, Bank of Baroda, or Corporation Bank.

Question 21

What are the infrastructure facilities available at SIBMPune?

Accepted Answer

SIBM, Pune is very rich in its Infrastructure facilities. Most Prominently, the campus has fully equipped computer lab with more than 120 computers available each connected through leased line high speed internet connectivity. SIBM, Pune is among one of the very campuses in India having both Bloomberg Lab and the Marketing and Behavioural Lab.Check SIBM Pune

Question 22

Does SIBM accept a CAT score?

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SIBM does not accept the CAT. You need to take SNAP for applying to SIBM and score around 100 marks in the test to have a chance of being called for the interview.

Question 23

Is SIBM Pune worth joining?

Accepted Answer

If you have no calls from any other tier-1 management institute, then yes definitely it is worth joining. If at all SIBM Pune can be considered to be a tier-2 management institute, it leads the pack.

Question 24

What is the selection process of Executive MBA atSIBM Pune?

Accepted Answer

Selection will be done on the basis of a Personal Interview. A personal Interview is focused more on getting to know the candidate than testing only the knowledge of the candidate.

Question 25

How are the student loans provided at SIBM Pune?

Accepted Answer

Educational Loans can easily be availed from Axis Bank, Indian Bank, Canara Bank, Credila, Bank of Baroda, or Corporation Bank, State Bank of India, IDBI Bank, HDFC Credila.

Question 26

Is it tough to get into SIBM Pune?

Accepted Answer

Answers would differ from person to person. The selection process is done at 2 stages: 1st is the SNAP - Symbiosis National Aptitude Test, which is a common written test for admission to all Symbiosis postgraduate institutes. After successfully passing this stage, short-listed Applicants based on SNAP scores will be called for the selection process at SIBM, Pune. This process includes Group Exercise, Personal Interview & Written Ability Test (GE-PIWAT). Hence, if both the stages are passed successfully then, it's not tough to get into it.

Question 27

How's the teaching method at SIBM Pune?

Accepted Answer

The teaching method is a blend of theory and practice. Considering the students' profile and their work experience, classroom teaching is supplemented by Course Assignments, Fieldwork, Integrated Projects, Guest Lectures, Hands-on experience on Research, Experiential Learning, Case Study based learning

Question 28

How's the campus at SIBM Pune?

Accepted Answer

SIBM Pune is unparalleled in regard to student experience. The premier business school offers a plethora of knowledge and enlightenment through the brilliant faculty with vast experience in their respective fields, educational hubs with inexhaustible information and diverse, challenging corporate events and competitions.

Question 29

What is the highest placement package offered at SIBM Pune?

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The highest package offered at SIBM Pune Placements is INR 49 LPA which was offered to the MBA Batch 2022-24. It is the highest package offered so far at SIBM Pune. Here are the highest package trends at SIBM Pune over the last 5 years:YearHighest Package (2024)Change in Highest Package (%)2024INR 49 LPA39.8% Increase2023INR 35.05 LPA22.97% Decrease2022INR 45.50 LPA49.7% Increase2021INR 30.38 LPA11.33% Decrease2020INR 34.26 LPA15.35% Increase

Question 30

How are the internship opportunities at SIBM Pune?

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SIBM Pune's Average Internship Stipend stood at INR 3.23 Lakhs for the MBA Batch 2023-25 which saw an 11% Hike compared to 2023. The internship opportunities at SIBM Pune are quite impressive with around 40+ Offers with a stipend of INR 4 Lakhs Per Month in 2025. Here are the internship trends with the average stipend offered over the last 5 years:YearAverage StipendChange in Average Stipend2025INR 3.23 Lakhs11% Hike2024INR 2.91 Lakhs25% Hike2023INR 2.33 Lakhs12.02% Hike2022INR 2.08 Lakhs3.48% Hike2021INR 2.01 Lakhs17.41% Hike

Question 31

How are the placements at SIBM Pune?

Accepted Answer

SIBM Pune attracts a diverse range of recruiters during its placement drives which includes multinational companies, top consulting firms, financial institutions, and more.The placement record at SIBM Pune is quite impressive for both the final placement drive and the summer internship drive. More than 80-90 students get pre-placement offers every year.

Question 32

What is the Outlook ICare ranking of SIBM Pune?

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With a score of 91.38 SIBM Pune ranks 3rd in the list of best private BSchool in India by Outlook ICARE 2022. The college also ranks 6th position in the best Indian B school under overall category.

Question 33

What is the overall score of SIBM Pune in NIRF 2024Ranking?

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SIBM Pune has received 13th rank in NIRF Ranking 2024under the management criteria. SIBM Pune holds an overall score of 65.13among other participating management colleges.

Question 34

Which factores are considered vital by NIRF to provide ranking to SIBM Pune?

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NIRF considers Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR), Research and Professional Practice (RPC), Graduation Outcomes (GO), Outreach and Inclusivity (OI) and Perception (PR) as basic parameters for ranking any bschool.

Question 35

Has SIBM Pune received NIRF ranking in 2024?

Accepted Answer

NIRF has released its 2024ranking for the MBA colleges in India. The institute has ranked 13th by NIRF 2024report. Moreover, the leading college has recieved 3rd rank by outlook ICARE in 2022 under best private MBA colleges of India.

Question 36

Has SIBM Pune received any global ranking as of now?

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Symbiosis University is ranked in 351-400 band by QS Asia University Rankings. SIBM hold this ranking among 687 institutions in the QS top Asian University Rankings 2022.

Question 37

What is the eligibility criteria for MBA at SIBM Pune?

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Question 38

What is the MBA fees at SIBM Pune?

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Question 39

What is the eligibility criteria for MBA Executive at SIBM Pune?

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Question 40

What is the MBA Executive fees at SIBM Pune?

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Question 41

What is the hostel fee at SIBM Pune?

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Question 42

How many courses are offered at SIBM Pune? Also what are the popular courses at SIBM Pune?

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