Jul 2026
•35 PagesManagement Education In India Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders
Overview
This white paper examines the evolving landscape of management education with a particular emphasis on the MBA programme, which continues to define the aspirations of many graduates and professionals alike. At the heart of the report is an analysis of enrolment trends, specialisations, and student preferences within MBA programmes.
Key Points
- Institutional Framework - Management education is offered through Institutes of National Importance (IIMs, IITs), central and state universities, deemed and private universities, and autonomous/affiliated colleges.
- Enrolment Trends - MBA enrolments grew steadily by 74% over the past decade, from 5.56 lakh in 2014–15 to 9.68 lakh in 2023–24.
- Gender Diversity - Female participation rose from 36% in 2014–15 to 43% in 2023–24.
- Socio-Economic Diversity - Public institutions admit a higher proportion of socially challenged students (43%) versus private ones (31%).
- Placements & Median Salary - Institutes of National Importance and ranked MBA schools lead placements with 95% placement rates.
- Fees & Affordability - Fees at IIM Ahmedabad rose from Rs 4.5 lakh pre-2008 to Rs 33 lakh for 2024–26, a 630% increase.
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