Online MBA

An online MBA is a postgraduate management degree structured to be studied alongside a full-time job. It broadens your understanding of how a business runs and builds the leadership and decision-making skills expected in management roles.

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  DPU Online

  Total fee

  ₹1,89,400 total (Indian nationals)

  Duration

  2 years · 4 semesters

  Eligibility

  A bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories).

  Specialisations

  18 specialisations

  Credits

  102 credits · 24 courses plus a project

  Exam / assessment

  Online assignments and examinations

  Recognition

  UGC — Deemed-to-be-University (Section 3, UGC Act 1956)

  Fee structure

  Paid per semester. Scholarship of ₹10,000 on full payment within 15 days; No-Cost EMI available. Fees can change — confirm the current amount with a counsellor.

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  NMIMS Centre for Distance and Online Education

  Total fee

  ₹1,96,000 total

  Duration

  2 years · 4 semesters (programme validity 4 years)

  Eligibility

  A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university (or an AIU-recognised equivalent) with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwD).

  Specialisations

  7 specialisations

  Credits

  102 credits · 4 semesters

  Exam / assessment

  Case-based, application-oriented assessment

  Recognition

  UGC — Deemed-to-be-University (Section 3, UGC Act 1956)

  Fee structure

  Pay in full, annually at ₹1,05,000, or per semester at ₹55,000, plus a ₹1,200 admission processing fee. EMI over 3–12 months and an education loan are available. Fees can change — confirm the current amount with a counsellor.

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  Manipal University Jaipur Online

  Total fee

  ₹1,80,000 total (Indian nationals)

  Duration

  Minimum 2 years · 4 semesters

  Eligibility

  A 10+2+3 bachelor's degree from a recognised university with at least 50% in aggregate (45% for reserved categories).

  Specialisations

  13 specialisations

  Credits

  90 credits · 4 semesters

  Exam / assessment

  Computer-based and online-proctored — take exams from home

  Recognition

  UGC-entitled online degrees — equivalent to on-campus degrees

  Fee structure

  ₹45,000 per semester, plus a non-refundable ₹500 application fee. Scholarships are available for defence personnel, government employees, differently-abled and meritorious students. Fees can change — confirm the current amount with a counsellor.

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  Amity University Online

  Total fee

  ⚠Being verified

  Duration

  2 years · 4 semesters

  Eligibility

  A bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 40% marks; applicants below 40% take an Amity admission test. Proficiency in English is required. No separate reserved-category criterion is published.

  Specialisations

  14 specialisations

  Credits

  99 credits · 4 semesters

  Exam / assessment

  Remote-proctored — take exams from anywhere

  Recognition

  UGC Distance Education Bureau (UGC-DEB) — entitled online degrees

  Fee structure

  Amity's official Online MBA page currently lists this programme at ₹2,25,000 total (₹56,300 per semester), reduced to ₹2,07,000 for a single up-front payment, with a 24-month no-cost EMI. Some other Amity pages state around ₹1,99,000, and dual or specialised tracks cost more. Confirm the current fee for your chosen specialisation with a counsellor.

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• ✓Recognition — check the university is UGC-entitled (or UGC-DEB approved) for online degrees, so the qualification is treated the same as its on-campus version. Each university's page shows its verified status.
• ✓Total cost, not just the headline fee — factor in any admission, examination or re-registration charges, and check whether an EMI is genuinely no-cost. The comparison lists each university's fee and fee structure side by side.
• ✓Specialisation — confirm the specialisation you want is actually offered and when you choose it; the lists and the timing differ by university.
• ✓Assessment — check whether exams are proctored online from home or need a test centre, and how much of the grade comes from continuous assessment versus end-of-semester exams.
• ✓Live-class timing — if live sessions matter to you, check when they are scheduled and whether they are recorded for later.
• ✓Career support — "placement assistance" is not a job guarantee. Look at what it actually includes (résumé help, mock interviews, hiring-partner access, alumni network) on each university's page.

• Is an online MBA valid in India?

  An online degree from a University Grants Commission (UGC)-entitled university carries the same academic standing as the on-campus version. Each university's recognition status is shown on its SkillBridge page, and a counsellor can confirm it with you.

• Do I need work experience to apply?

  Most online MBA programmes admit graduates directly. Some executive or senior variants ask for work experience. The requirement depends on the university and the specific programme.

• What is the eligibility for an online MBA?

  Universities commonly ask for a bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum aggregate — often around 50%, sometimes lower for reserved categories. The exact percentage and any subject requirements vary by university; each one's page states its own criteria.

• How long does an online MBA take?

  Online MBA programmes are built for working professionals and are usually studied part-time over roughly two years. The exact duration and weekly study hours vary by university.

• Can I choose a specialisation?

  Yes. Universities commonly offer specialisations such as marketing, finance, human resources, operations and analytics. The available list differs by university.

• How does admission work for an online MBA?

  The general shape is similar across universities: register on the university's own online admissions portal, submit your academic and identity documents, and pay the fee — some universities verify your details or have a counsellor call before confirming your seat. The exact steps, and how long they take, vary by university; each one's page sets out its own process.

• What support will I get while studying?

  Most universities provide a learning platform with recorded lectures and live sessions, some form of academic support such as a mentor or course coordinator, and access to a digital library or study material. Career-related support, such as placement assistance, is described on each university's own page — what's offered and how it works differs by university.

• How much does an online MBA cost?

  Total fees vary noticeably by university. See each university's fee in the comparison above, or in the fee card on its own page — a counsellor can also share the current figure and payment options.

• How are online MBA students assessed?

  Assessment varies by university — some rely mainly on assignments and continuous assessment, others use case-based or end-of-semester exams, often taken online with remote proctoring. Each university's page states its own exam mode, and the comparison above shows it side by side.