Who this course suits
- Working professionals who want to move into management roles
- Engineers, commerce and arts graduates who want business skills on top of their degree
- Entrepreneurs who want structured knowledge of finance, marketing and operations
- Anyone whose next promotion or job switch lists an MBA as a requirement
Eligibility
A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university. Most universities set a minimum aggregate between 40 and 50 percent, with relaxation for reserved categories. Work experience is not mandatory for most online MBAs, though some executive tracks ask for it.
What you will learn
- Core management: accounting, economics, marketing, HR, operations and strategy
- Analytics and decision making with data
- A specialisation of your choice in the second year
- A capstone project, often based on your current workplace
Popular specialisations
FinanceMarketingHuman Resource ManagementBusiness AnalyticsOperations and Supply ChainInformation TechnologyInternational BusinessDigital MarketingHealthcare ManagementBanking and Financial Services
Specialisations differ by university and session. We confirm the current list for each university on your call.
Universities offering an Online MBA
| University | NAAC grade | Total programme fee |
|---|---|---|
| Amity Online Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Noida | A+ | Rs 2,25,000 (Rs 2,07,000 if paid upfront) |
| Manipal (MUJ) Jaipur, Rajasthan, via Online Manipal | A+ | Rs 1,80,000 |
| Sikkim Manipal Gangtok, Sikkim, via Online Manipal | A+ | Rs 1,20,000 |
| NMIMS SVKM's NMIMS (Deemed to be University), Mumbai | A++ | Rs 1,96,000 (paid in full) |
| DY Patil Navi Mumbai D. Y. Patil (Deemed to be University), Nerul, Navi Mumbai | A++ | Rs 1,75,000 |
| DY Patil Pune Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pimpri, Pune | A++ | Rs 1,89,400 |
| Symbiosis Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Pune | A++ | Ask for latest fee |
| Chandigarh University Gharuan, Mohali, Punjab | A+ | Rs 2,20,000 (scholarships may apply) |
| GLA University Mathura, Uttar Pradesh | A+ | Rs 97,000 |
| Uttaranchal University Dehradun, Uttarakhand | A+ | Rs 1,40,000 (scholarships may apply) |
Every university in this table is UGC-entitled (often called UGC approved) to offer the Online MBA online in the 2026-27 session.
Fees are indicative, taken from official university websites (checked 2 October 2026), and can change each session. Always confirm the current fee and UGC entitlement on the university's own website before paying.
Career paths
- Team lead to manager promotions in your current company
- Marketing or brand manager
- HR business partner
- Financial analyst
- Operations or supply chain manager
- Business analyst or product manager
Online MBA FAQs
Is an online MBA valid for jobs and government exams?
An online MBA from a university that UGC has entitled to offer it is treated as equivalent to a regular MBA under the UGC 2020 regulations. Most private employers accept it. For government jobs and PhD admissions, check the specific recruitment rules, which we can help you read.
Can I do an online MBA without work experience?
Yes. Most online MBA programmes only need a bachelor's degree. Executive MBA tracks are the exception and usually ask for some years of experience.
How many hours a week does an online MBA take?
Plan for 10 to 15 hours a week: recorded lectures on weekday evenings, a live session or two on weekends, and assignments before each exam.
Are there EMI options for the fee?
Most universities let you pay semester by semester, and many offer no cost EMI through finance partners. We share the exact plans available in your session.