Updated for the 2026-28 batch | Data sourced directly from each institute’s official fee structure documents
First, “Symbiosis Pune” isn’t just one college. It is a deemed university and runs several independent institutes around Pune. Each college has its own fee structure, ranking, and admission cutoff. Second, the official fee documents label some per-instalment amounts as “per annum,” which can make the total cost appear much lower than it actually is.
These are two points that cause the most confusion. Both need to be clear before we look at Symbiosis Pune MBA fees for individual institutes.
Symbiosis Pune Is Not One College
Symbiosis International (SIU) operates multiple institutes across Pune. They follow the same entrance exam but have separate fee structures, faculty, and placement cells. These are the three most popular institutes under Symbiosis in Pune:
| College | Details |
|---|---|
| SIBM Pune (Symbiosis Institute of Business Management) | The flagship institute, established in 1978 and ranked 11th nationally in NIRF 2025 management rankings. |
| SCMHRD (Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development) | Established in 1993, AACSB-accredited, and generally regarded as the second major Symbiosis management brand. |
| SIIB (Symbiosis Institute of International Business) | Specialises in international trade, agribusiness, and sustainability-focused MBA programmes. |
Beyond these three, SIU also operates SIMS (general management), SCIT (IT and analytics-focused), SIHS (health sciences management), SIDTM (telecom and digital), and SSBF (banking and finance) in Pune. Each has its own fee structure and a lower-profile positioning.
This article covers the three flagship institutes in detail because they are the ones most commonly associated with “Symbiosis Pune MBA Fees”. All three flagship institutes admit students exclusively through SNAP. None accept CAT, XAT, or GMAT for their full-time residential MBA programmes.
The “Per Annum” Label That Causes Fee Confusion
You have seen the line “Academic Fees (Per Annum)” in the official fee structure pages of SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, and SIIB. It appears four times, once for each payment instalment across the two-year programme. Despite the label, the amount applies to that specific instalment—not the total annual fee.
For example, SIBM Pune’s flagship MBA for the 2026–28 batch lists “Academic Fees (Per Annum): ₹6,55,000” for each of the four instalments. This makes the total two-year academic fee ₹26,20,000. This is why some sources report SIMB Pune’s total fee as only ₹13 lakh. That figure is incorrect.
This same labelling issue appears across all three institutes and is a major source of the fee confusion. For this article, we calculate the fees using all four instalments, without taking the “per annum” label at face value.
SNAP: The Shared Entrance Gateway
All three flagship institutes admit students through SNAP (Symbiosis National Aptitude Test) and GE-PIWAT. GE-PIWAT is the second stage of the selection process that includes Group Exercise, Written Ability Test, and Personal Interview round.
SNAP Registration Costs (2026 cycle)
- ₹2,550 per test attempt. SNAP is conducted across three sessions in December. You can take up to three attempts, and your best score is considered.
- ₹1,000 per institute or programme selected in the SNAP form. The amount is charged once for each section and is separate from the exam fee.
If you apply to SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, and SIIB and take all three SNAP attempts, your total pre-admission spend on exam and application fees is about ₹10,650 — ₹7,650 for three attempts + ₹3,000 for three institute selections. This is what you pay before the academic fee.
Recent SNAP Cutoffs for GE-PIWAT Shortlisting
General category; indicative and may vary by cycle.
| College | Approx. SNAP Percentile |
|---|---|
| SIBM Pune | around 97–99 percentile |
| SCMHRD | around 94–97 percentile |
| SIIB | around 94–95 percentile |
Final merit at each institute is based on the total score of SNAP, GE, and PI. SNAP carries around 50% weightage, and interaction rounds carry the remaining weightage in the final selection process. Exact weightages are published at the shortlist stage and may change slightly from year to year.
SIBM Pune: Official Fee Structure, Batch 2026-28
Source: SIBM Pune’s official fee structure documents, published on the institute’s own site
Flagship MBA
| Component | Year 1 | Year 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Academic fee (2 instalments) | ₹13,10,000 | ₹13,10,000 |
| Institute deposit (refundable) | ₹20,000 | — |
| Hostel deposit (refundable) | ₹20,000 | — |
| Hostel fee, 3-sharing | ₹1,57,300 | Announced before Year 2 |
| Mess fee | ₹1,19,600 | Announced before Year 2, up to 10% higher |
| Year total (confirmed portion) | ₹16,26,900 | ₹13,10,000 + Year 2 hostel/mess |
Total academic fee across all four instalments: ₹26,20,000. As per the institute’s published note, hostel fees can increase by up to 15% and mess fees by up to 10% in Year 2 over Year 1 rates. With a realistic Year 2 estimate, the full two-year cost, including academic fees, hostel, mess, and deposits, is approximately ₹32 lakh.
MBA (Innovation and Entrepreneurship)
| Component | Year 1 | Year 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Academic fee (2 instalments) | ₹9,60,000 | ₹9,60,000 |
| Institute + hostel deposit (refundable) | ₹40,000 | — |
| Hostel fee, 3-sharing | ₹1,57,300 | Announced before Year 2 |
| Mess fee | ₹1,19,600 | Announced before Year 2 |
| Year total (confirmed portion) | ₹12,76,900 | ₹9,60,000 + Year 2 hostel/mess |
Total academic fee: ₹19,20,000. The estimated full two-year cost, including tuition, hostel, mess, and deposits, is approximately ₹25 lakh.
MBA Executive (Working Professionals)
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Academic fee (4 instalments of ₹1,80,000) | ₹7,20,000 |
| Institute deposit (refundable) | ₹10,000 |
| Total programme fee | ₹7,30,000 |
This track has no hostel or mess component because it is designed for working professionals.
SCMHRD: Official Fee Structure, Batch 2026-28
Source: SCMHRD’s official fee structure documents, published on the institute’s own site
Flagship MBA
| Component | Year 1 | Year 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Academic fee (2 instalments) | ₹12,91,000 | ₹12,91,000 |
| Institute + hostel deposit (refundable) | ₹40,000 | — |
| Hostel fee, 3-sharing | ₹1,12,500 | Announced before Year 2 |
| Mess fee | ₹1,19,600 | Announced before Year 2 |
| Year total (confirmed portion) | ₹15,63,100 | ₹12,91,000 + Year 2 hostel/mess |
Total academic fee across all four instalments: ₹25,82,000. The estimated full two-year all-inclusive cost is approximately ₹31 lakh.
MBA Business Analytics
| Component | Year 1 | Year 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Academic fee (2 instalments) | ₹9,74,000 | ₹9,74,000 |
| Institute + hostel deposit (refundable) | ₹40,000 | — |
| Hostel fee, 3-sharing | ₹1,12,500 | Announced before Year 2 |
| Mess fee | ₹1,19,600 | Announced before Year 2 |
| Year total (confirmed portion) | ₹12,46,100 | ₹9,74,000 + Year 2 hostel/mess |
Total academic fee: ₹19,48,000. The estimated full two-year all-inclusive cost is approximately ₹24.75 lakh.
SCMHRD also offers MBA programmes in Infrastructure Development and Management and Business Analytics. We don’t have enough reliable Batch 2026–28 fee figures to publish for the Infrastructure Development and Management Programme. For that programme, confirm the current fee directly with the institute.
SIIB: Official Fee Structure, Batch 2026-28
Source: SIIB’s official fee structure documents, published on the institute’s own site
MBA International Business (Flagship)
| Component | Year 1 | Year 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Academic fee (2 instalments) | ₹10,31,000 | ₹10,31,000 |
| Institute deposit (refundable) | ₹20,000 | — |
| Confirmed academic total | ₹10,51,000 | ₹10,31,000 |
Total academic fee across all 4 instalments + deposit: ₹20,82,000. Hostel (3-sharing, roughly ₹1,12,500/year) and mess (around ₹1,19,600/year) are charged separately. They follow the same escalation pattern as the other institutes. Including these costs, a realistic 2-year all-inclusive estimate is around ₹25.5–26 lakh.
NRI quota fee: ₹33,68,250 for the full 2-year programme. This is substantially higher than the domestic rate.
MBA Agribusiness and MBA Sustainability Management
Academic fees for both programmes are about ₹12.7 lakh over 2 years without hostel and mess. This figure is based on the confirmed official fees for the 2025–27 batch. For the 2026–28 batch, fees are expected to be slightly higher, following the annual increase pattern of Symbiosis Pune programmes.
A realistic 2-year all-inclusive estimate is around ₹17–18 lakh for these two specialisations. However, confirm the exact current fee on SIIB’s official site before making any financial plan.
Symbiosis Pune MBA Fees: Comparing the 3 Flagship Programmes
| Institute | Flagship Programme | Academic Fee (2 Yrs) | Estimated All-Inclusive Total | NIRF Management Rank (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIBM Pune | MBA | ₹26.20 lakh | ~₹32 lakh | 11 |
| SCMHRD | MBA | ₹25.82 lakh | ~₹31 lakh | 15 |
| SIIB | MBA (International Business) | ₹20.82 lakh | ~₹25.5 to 26 lakh | Not separately ranked in the same NIRF band |
SIBM Pune is the most expensive of the three and has the strongest brand recognition and NIRF rank. SIIB is the most affordable, with a specialised focus on areas such as international business, agribusiness, and sustainability. SCMHRD offers a broader management focus across areas such as HR, marketing, finance, and operations.
Placement Context, for Perspective Only
Placement figures of these institutions provide useful context for the fees. Recent placement reports indicate average packages of ₹28–29 lakh per annum for SIBM Pune’s flagship MBA, ₹21–24 lakh for SCMHRD, and ₹22–26 lakh for SIIB. The exact figures vary by specialisation, with International Business generally reporting the highest figures among SIIB’s tracks.
These figures can change from year to year and may vary across placement reports. Treat them as directional, not exact, and check each institute’s latest official placement brochure before a decision.
Related Guide
Scholarships and Fee Waivers
At SIBM Pune
| Scholarship | Details |
|---|---|
| Tuition Waiver | PG Merit Scholarship |
| PG Merit Scholarship | Awarded to the semester topper with a CGPA of 7.5 or higher and no backlogs, with a 50% waiver on that year’s academic fee. |
| IIT Graduate Scholarship | Provides a 20% tuition fee waiver across both years for IIT graduates who maintain a minimum 7.0 CGPA in their first year at SIBM. |
| Top-Scoring Female SNAP Candidate Scholarship | A fixed scholarship amount for the top-scoring female SNAP candidate joining the institute, adjusted against the first instalment. |
| SIU Sports Scholarship | Financial assistance for students with a strong sporting record. |
Note: If you qualify for more than one scholarship, SIBM Pune allows you to avail only one. The benefits cannot be combined.
At SCMHRD
| Scholarship | Details |
|---|---|
| Symbiosis Merit Scholarship | Reported to offer up to a 100% tuition fee waiver for the top SNAP scorers admitted to SCMHRD’s programmes. The exact eligibility threshold and number can vary, so confirm the current criteria directly with the institute. |
External Scholarships You Can Still Apply For
Symbiosis institutes do not offer these scholarships, but eligible students can apply for them independently.
| Scholarships | Details |
|---|---|
| Maharashtra Post-Matric Scholarship | SC, ST, and OBC students can apply through the MahaDBT portal. It covers a significant portion of tuition depending on category and income. |
| Central Government Post-Matric Scholarship | A national scheme for SC/ST students with income criteria. |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | For women students in AICTE-approved technical and management programmes, with a fixed annual scholarship amount. |
What the Fee Structure Doesn’t Mention
SNAP and application costs:
As covered above, you may pay almost ₹10,000 if you take SNAP multiple times and apply to more than one institute.
Laptop and course materials:
A laptop is practically essential for a modern MBA programme involving case studies, spreadsheets, and presentations. Budget ₹50,000 to ₹80,000 if you need one.
Personal expenses in Pune:
Hinjewadi (SCMHRD, SIIB) and Lavale (SIBM Pune) are on the outskirts of Pune. Living costs here are generally lower than in central Pune. A typical budget for expenses outside mess food is around ₹4,000 to ₹7,000 per month.
International immersion or exchange components:
Several Symbiosis Pune MBA programmes include an optional or semi-mandatory international immersion module as part of the curriculum. If mandatory, it adds an extra cost of ₹1.5 to ₹3 lakh, depending on the destination and duration, and is not included in the academic fees listed above. Confirm with your specific programme whether the module is compulsory.
Business attire and networking costs:
A residential MBA at this level involves corporate interactions, guest lectures, and formal wear during the placement season. This is not a major expense, but budgeting a few thousand rupees across two years is sensible.
How Payment Actually Works
Fees are collected in two instalments each year, generally around the start of each semester. The first instalment, due at admission, is the largest because it includes the academic fee, refundable deposits, and the full Year 1 hostel fee. Institute and hostel deposits, typically ₹20,000 each, are refundable after you complete the programme.
In Year 2, hostel and mess fees are not fixed at the time of admission. Each institute announces these charges before the second year begins—it can increase them by up to 15% for hostel fees and up to 10% for mess fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SIBM Pune’s MBA really ₹32 lakh, or is it ₹13 lakh?
₹13 lakh figure is completely wrong. It comes from misreading the “per annum” label in the official fee document. Here, “per annum” doesn’t mean a single instalment. The actual 2-year academic fee is ₹26.20 lakh. After adding hostel and mess expenses, it can rise to ₹32 lakh.
Which is cheaper: SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, or SIIB?
SIIB is the most affordable of the three. It costs roughly ₹25.5 to ₹26 lakh, including all costs. By comparison, SCMHRD charges ₹31 lakh, and SIBM Pune charges ₹32 lakh.
Can I use CAT or XAT to get into SIBM Pune or SCMHRD?
No. All three flagship institutes admit students through SNAP for their full-time residential MBA programmes. CAT, XAT, and GMAT scores are not accepted for these flagship tracks.
Does the academic fee include hostel and mess?
No. The academic fee does not include hostel and mess charges. Hostel and mess are billed separately and are mandatory for the residential MBA and MBA (I&E) tracks. They are optional for the non-residential Executive MBA. In Year 1, hostel and mess fees are published upfront. For Year 2, the charges are announced later with a capped annual increase.
Is there a difference between SIBM Pune’s MBA and MBA (Innovation & Entrepreneurship)?
Yes, they differ in both curriculum and fee. The flagship MBA covers standard specialisations such as HR, Marketing, Finance, and Operations. MBA (I&E) is a separate and somewhat less expensive track focused on entrepreneurship and innovation. Both are 2-year residential programmes admitted through the same SNAP process.
What does the NRI fee look like?
It is significantly higher than the domestic fee. For example, at SIIB, the NRI quota fee for the International Business MBA is ₹33,68,250 for the full 2-year programme. The domestic fee for the same programme is ₹20,82,000.
How much should I budget beyond the official fee structure?
Allow roughly ₹10,000 for SNAP and application fees, ₹50,000 to ₹80,000 for a laptop if you need one, and ₹4,000 to ₹7,000 per month for personal expenses. If your programme includes a mandatory international immersion module, budget an additional ₹1.5 to ₹3 lakh separately.
Data Sources and Reliability Note
We take the fee figures for SIBM Pune, SCMHRD, and SIIB from their official fee documents for the 2026–28 batch and cross-check for accuracy. Year 2 hostel and mess fees are estimates, as institutes announce these closer to the second year. SNAP fees and cutoff figures are also cross-checked with recent sources. Placement figures are shown as directional ranges because reports can vary. Fee structures may change for future batches, so always verify the latest fee structure and your offer letter before any payment.