Overview

KIIT School of Management (KSOM), part of Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) deemed to be university, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, is a deemed university established in 1997. Located in the city of Bhubaneswar, Odisha, KSOM operates on the main KIIT campus, offering state-of-the-art infrastructure for management education. The institution is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC), affiliated with the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), and accredited with a NAAC A grade (2023). For the latest updates, visit the official KSOM website.

Quick Facts

• Founder: Prof. Achyuta Samanta
• Director: Dr. Madhumita Chakraborty
• Student Strength: Approximately 1,200+ (PG & PhD)
• Departments: Management Studies
• Faculty: 50+ experienced members
• Contact Info: +91 674 2725220, info@ksom.ac.in
• NAAC Grade: A (2023)
• NIRF Ranking (Management, 2023): 51-60 band nationally

Courses & Programs

• Faculty: Management Studies
• Popular Programs: MBA (2 years, full-time), MBA (Executive), PhD in Management, Diploma in Management
• Mode: Regular (On-campus)
• Intake: Approx. 180 seats per MBA batch

Admissions

• Mode: Admission primarily through CAT, XAT, MAT, GMAT scores followed by PI/WAT rounds
• Timeline: Applications open from September to December annually
• Application Process:
  1. Register and fill application form online via KSOM admissions portal
  2. Submit required entrance exam score and academic documents
  3. Attend group discussion and personal interview rounds
  4. Final merit list and admission offer

Eligibility

• MBA: Graduation (any discipline) with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories)
• PhD: Master’s degree in relevant field with minimum 55% marks
• Age: No age limit
• Documents: Mark sheets, entrance score card, ID proof, passport-size photos, category certificate (if applicable)

Fee & Scholarships

• Tuition Fee: Approx. ₹4.2 lakh for the complete MBA program
• Hostel & Mess Fee: ₹50,000–₹70,000 per year
• Scholarships: Merit-based scholarships, SC/ST/OBC/EWS category scholarships as per Govt. of India norms
• See detailed fee and scholarship info at KSOM Fee & Scholarships

Placements

• Placement Percentage: Over 95% of students placed annually
• Average CTC: ₹6.5 LPA
• Highest CTC: Above ₹20 LPA
• Top Recruiters: Deloitte, Accenture, Wipro, Maruti Suzuki, Amazon, ICICI Bank
• Placement Cell: KSOM Placement Portal, contact: placement@ksom.ac.in
• Internships: Summer internships (2 months) with reputed companies for hands-on experience

Campus & Facilities

• On-campus hostels with Wi-Fi enabled rooms
• Central mess with diverse food options
• State-of-the-art seminar halls, computer labs, library with digital resources
• Sports facilities including cricket, badminton, volleyball courts
• Medical healthcare center and transport services
• Active student clubs, annual cultural and management fests

Faculty & Research

• Experienced faculty with PhDs from IITs, IIMs, and reputed universities
• Research centres focused on Innovation & Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, Marketing Analytics
• Patents and research grants received from DST and AICTE
• Collaborations with global universities and industry MoUs for research & student exchange

Rankings

• NIRF Management Ranking 2023: Ranked in 51-60 band nationally — NIRF Official
• NAAC Accredited with A Grade (2023) — NAAC Report

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-10
• Checked: KSOM Admission, Ministry of Education portals

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar (approx. 16 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Bhubaneswar Railway Station (approx. 7 km)
• City Transit: KSOM campus well connected by local buses, taxis, and app-based cabs

FAQs

Q1: What entrance exams are accepted for MBA admissions?

KSOM accepts CAT, XAT, MAT, and GMAT scores for admission consideration.

Q2: Is there any reservation for SC/ST/OBC candidates?

Yes, KSOM follows Government of India reservation policies for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates.

Q3: What is the fee structure for the MBA program?

Approximate tuition fee is ₹4.2 lakh for the entire two-year MBA program.

Q4: Does KSOM provide scholarships?

Yes, merit-based and category-specific scholarships are available.

Q5: What are the placement statistics?

More than 95% placement with average CTC around ₹6.5 LPA and highest up to ₹20 LPA.

Q6: Are hostel facilities available for students?

Yes, modern, Wi-Fi enabled hostels with mess facilities are provided on campus.

Q7: How to apply for admission?

Apply online through the official KSOM admissions portal.

Q8: What documents are needed for admission?

Graduation mark sheets, entrance exam scorecard, ID proof, photos, and category certificates (if applicable).