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KJ Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research - [SIMSR], Mumbai logo

KJ Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research - [SIMSR], Mumbai

  • Maharashtra
  • Estd 1981
  • University of Mumbai, Mumbai
  • AICTE, NBA

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Overview

KJ Somaiya Institute of Management (KJSIM), also known as KJ Somaiya, is a private business college established in 1981. The college is affiliated with Somaiya Vidyavihar University and is accredited by AACSB. According to NIRF, KJ Somaiya ranks 63 in the MBA category for 2024, and IIRF ranks the college 17 under the MBA category for 2025. 

KJ Somaiya MBA admissions are based on CAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ GMAT/ CMAT scores. For PhD the admissions are based on the SVU entrance examination and NET score/ GMAT score/ JRF Fellowship.

Events Dates
KJ Somaiya MBA (Executive) and MBA Admission Dates 2025
KJ Somaiya MBA CAT Admission Dates 2025
CAT 2025 Admit Card Download
November 05 - November 30, 2025
CAT 2025 Test Date November 30, 2025
CAT 2025 Result Declaration
First Week of January, 2026 (Tentative)
KJ Somaiya MBA NMAT Admission Dates 2025
NMAT Examinations
November 5 to December 19, 2025
NMAT Registrations (Retake)
November 6 to December 16, 2025
Scheduling for NMAT Exam (Retake)
November 6 to December 16, 2025
Registration for WAT/ PI
January 20 to 24, 2026 (Tentative)
Conduct of WAT/ PI
January 31 to February 8, 2026 (Tentative)
Declaration of 1st Merit List February 16, 2026 (Tentative)
Fee Payment (1st Merit List)
February 17 to 21, 2026 (Tentative)
Commencement of Program June 3, 2026 (Tentative)
Closure of Admission June 19, 2026 (Tentative)
KJ Somaiya MBA XAT Admission Dates 2025
XAT 2026 Registration Closes December 5, 2025
XAT 2026 Admit Card Download
December 20, 2025 (Tentative)
XAT 2026 Exam Date January 4, 2026

Facilities

  • Library

  • Medical

  • Cafeteria

  • Hostel

  • Gym

  • Auditorium

  • Sports

  • Comp Labs

  • Classrooms

  • Security

Highlights of KJ Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research - [SIMSR], Mumbai

Attributes
Name KJ Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research - [SIMSR], Mumbai
Year of Establishment Estd 1981
Type Private
Exam Frequency Deemed to be University
Approvals & Recognitions AICTE, NBA
Courses Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctoral, Diploma
Location Mumbai, Maharashtra
Email
Contact Details 022-67283000, 6728 3050, 67283232, 67283081
Website https://www.somaiya.edu/simsr

KJ Somaiya has received rankings from various institutions over the years. KJ Somaiya Ranking received by different ranking agencies in multiple categories is mentioned below:

Ranking Agency Category Latest Ranking
IIRF  MBA 17 (2025)
NIRF MBA 63 (2024)
Courses
MBA
MBA (Executive)
MCA
PhD
PGDM Executive

Undergraduate Courses Fee

Courses Total Fees
MBA INR 14.14 Lakhs - INR 22.32 Lakhs
MBA (Executive) INR 12.37 Lakhs
MCA INR 8.25 Lakhs
PhD INR 1.03 Lakhs
PGDM Executive INR 7 Lakhs

Types of aid availableSomaiya is committed to assuring that your Education is Affordable and Worthy of your Investment

  • Financial Aid: Available to students applying for any program under the Somaiya Vidyavihar University (SVU
  • Somaiya Scholarships: Available to all students of Somaiya Vidyavihar and Somaiya Ayurvihar campus.
  • Institutional Scholarships: Available to students of K J Somaiya School of Engineering through select industry sponsors
Courses Eligibility Criteria
MBA Graduation with 50%
MBA (Executive) Graduation
MCA Graduation with 50% (Mathematics/ statistics compulsory)
PhD Postgraduation with 55%
PGDM Executive Graduation and 3 years of work experience
Courses Selection Criteria
MBA CAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ GMAT/ CMAT scores, personal interview, problem situation analysis, academic profile, written ability test (WAT), and work experience.
MBA (Executive) CAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ GMAT/ CMAT scores, 42 months of work experience, online personal interview, SOP, and academic records
MCA MAH-MCA-CET/ PERA CET/ CUET scores
PhD SVU entrance examination and NET score/ GMAT score/ JRF Fellowship
PGDM Executive Merit-based

KJ Somaiya Admissions 2025 are open for MBA, MCA, and PhD programs. The admissions are based on CAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ GMAT/ CMAT scores, MAH-MCA-CET/ PERA CET/ CUET scores, and SVU entrance examination. Given below is the detailed admission process for different programs at KJ Somaiya:

KJ Somaiya MBA Admission Process 2025

For admissions to MBA in KJ Somaiya, candidates need to follow the steps given below:

  • Visit application.somaiya.edu and register. If your login credentials are already created, then log in with your ID and password.
  • Fill in the details correctly and submit the form.
  • Candidates will be shortlisted based on CAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ GMAT/ CMAT scores and will be informed about WAT and GD/personal interview.
  • Final admission will be provided based on merit performance in WAT and GD/personal interview, and availability of seats.

KJ Somaiya MCA Admission Process 2025

For admissions to MCA in KJ Somaiya, candidates need to follow the steps given below:

  • Visit admissions.somaiya.edu and fill out the application form.
  • Pay the application form fee of INR 1500 through Debit Card or UPI.
  • Appear for the entrance exams: MAH-MCA-CET/ PERA CET/ CUET.
  • Online verification of documents and scorecards will be done by the college.
  • The provisionally selected candidates’ list will be announced.

For admissions to PhD in KJ Somaiya, candidates need to follow the steps given below:

Information about SVU PhD entrance exam will be displayed on the website /media handles. Visit myaccount.somaiya.edu and fill out the application form for SVU entrance examination.

  • Pay the application form fees.
  • Appear for the entrance examination.
  • Candidates will be selected for personal interview based on performance in SVU PhD entrance exam.
  • For the final selection process, candidates will be shortlisted based on performance in personal interview.

KJ Somaiya PhD Admission 2025

KJ Somaiya's PhD admissions procedure is simple. Candidates can register for KJ Somaiya Admissions 2025 online through the official website. To be eligible for PhD admission at KJ Somaiya candidates must have passed postgraduation with 55% and the selection criteria is based on SVU entrance examination and NET score/ GMAT score/ JRF Fellowship. The following documents will be needed during PhD admission process:

  • UG Degree or equivalent Mark List
  • UG Degree certificate
  • PG Degree or equivalent Mark List
  • PG Degree or equivalent certificate
  • AADHAR card
  • Degree equivalence/eligibility certificate – wherever is applicable
  • Transfer Certificate and /or Leaving Certificate
  • Migration certificate
  • Two colour passport-sized Photograph
  • If appearing for the PG degree examination – a Bonafide Certificate
  • If employed, then a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer – at the time of provisional admission

KJ Somaiya’s admission process for PG and PhD courses is discussed below. The details for the admission process to various courses are:

KJ Somaiya PG Admission 2026

KJ Somaiya's PG admissions procedure is straightforward. Candidates can register for KJ Somaiya Admissions 2025 online through the official website. Admission to PG programs at KJ Somaiya is based on CAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ GMAT/ CMAT scores and MAH-MCA-CET/ PERA CET/ CUET scores.

MBA: The total intake for MBA at KJ Somaiya is 600+. Eligible candidates must have passed graduation with 50%, and the selection criteria is based on the CAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ GMAT/ CMAT scores, followed by personal interview, problem situation analysis, academic profile, written ability test (WAT), and work experience. 

MBA (Executive) - Eligible candidates must have passed graduation with 50%, and the selection criteria is based on the CAT/ XAT/ NMAT/ GMAT/ CMAT scores, followed by personal interview, SOP, academic profile, and 42 months of work experience. 

MCA - The total intake for MCA at KJ Somaiya is 60. Eligible candidates must have passed graduation with 50% (Mathematics/ statistics compulsory), and the selection criteria is based on MAH-MCA-CET/ PERA CET/ CUET scores.

PGDM Executive - Eligible candidates must have passed graduation and should have 3 years of work experience, and the selection criteria is based on the merit performance in the previous qualifying examination.

Nestled in a beautifully landscaped Somaiya Vidyavihar campus in the heart of the commercial capital of India, KJSIM acts as a perfect crucible for transformation of students. With a purpose of ‘Transforming, Together’, KJSIM believes in enabling transformation journeys of individuals to value-based & purpose-driven leaders for building a better world. ‘Parivartan’, a dynamic framework with two key pillars: Nurturing Potential (NP) and Student Progression Index (SPI), enables transformation journeys of students.

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