For b school aspirant the MBA admission process for the 2025 academic year (starting in the fall of 2025) typically begins in July-August 2024 with the opening of application for entrance exams like CAT, XAT, and NMAT. Many B-schools also accept scores from other exams like SNAP, CMAT, MAT, and ATMA. Shiksha notes that admission processes can vary, with some B-schools having rolling admissions that accept applications as early as June 2024.

Entrance Exams:

Applications for major entrance exams like CAT, XAT, and NMAT generally open in July-August 2024 for the 2025 academic year.

Application Deadlines:

Many top business schools have multiple application rounds, with deadlines typically falling between September 2024 and April 2025.

Rolling Admissions:

Some B-schools with rolling admissions may accept applications as early as June 2024 for the 2025 intake. Yocket Study Abroad mentions that MBA application deadlines for top business schools in the UK fall between September and June, varying by institution, and in Canada, they range from September to May.

IIMs and IITs:

Admissions to IIMs and IITs are primarily based on CAT scores, with the CAP round and PI round following the CAT result declaration, which usually occurs in December.

Other B-Schools:

Most other top B-schools accept multiple entrance exams like CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAH MBA CET, and others, as their primary eligibility. Collegedunia notes that these exams are generally held between November and April.

TIPS

Start preparing for entrance exams like CAT, XAT, NMAT, etc., in advance.

Research different B-schools and their application deadlines.

Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the programs you are applying to.

Prepare your application materials (transcripts, GMAT/GRE scores, letters of recommendation, resume/CV, essays) well in advance.

Good luck!!