Overview

Visva-Bharati Centre for Management Studies (VBCMS), commonly known as VBCMS, is a constituent center of Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan. It is a Central University established in 1951, located in Kolkata, West Bengal, with its main campus at Santiniketan and this specialized centre in Kolkata.

VBCMS is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited under AICTE norms for management education. The Centre offers AICTE-approved management programmes and has NAAC accreditation for Visva-Bharati University (Grade: A, cycle 3, 2022). For more details, visit the official centre site: https://vbcms.visvabharati.ac.in/.

Quick Facts

• Founder: Maharshi Rabindranath Tagore (Founder of Visva-Bharati University)
• Centre Head: Not available as of 2024-06-01 (Source: Official VBCMS website)
• Student Strength: Approx. 200 (Full-time Management Students)
• Departments/Faculty: Management Studies department with highly qualified permanent and visiting faculty members
• Contact Info: Phone: +91-33-2530 2477, Email: info@vbcms.visvabharati.ac.in
• NAAC Grade: A (Visva-Bharati University, 2022)
• NIRF Rank: Not separately ranked for VBCMS; Visva-Bharati University ranked 65th (Overall, 2023)

Courses & Programs

• Faculty: Management
• Popular Programs: MBA (Master of Business Administration), Executive MBA
• Duration: 2 years (full-time regular mode)
• Mode: Regular (full-time)
• Intake: Approximately 60 seats per academic year

Admissions

• Mode: Merit and entrance based
• Accepted Exams: Valid CAT/MAT/XAT score or as notified by the University
• Admission Timeline: Notification usually released between March-April; classes commence from July
• Application Process:
  1. Online application form submission on official admission page
  2. Upload required documents (marksheets, entrance scorecard, photo, ID proof)
  3. Pay application fee online
  4. Appear for group discussion/interview (if conducted)
  5. Final selection list published on official website
• Admission Portal: https://vbcms.visvabharati.ac.in/admissions

Eligibility

• MBA: Bachelor's degree in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC)
• Entrance: Valid CAT/MAT/XAT/GATE scorecard as applicable
• Age: No specific age limit
• Documents Required: Mark sheets, degree certificate, entrance exam score, category certificate (if applicable), ID proof, passport-size photographs

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees: Tuition fee approx. ₹50,000 per semester; hostel fee approx. ₹10,000 per semester; exam fee included in tuition
• Scholarships: Scholarships available through Government of India schemes for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates; merit-based scholarships offered by University; detailed info at Scholarships Page

Placements

• Placement Rate: Around 80% of students placed annually
• Average CTC: ₹4.5 LPA; Highest CTC up to ₹8 LPA
• Recruiters: TCS, Wipro, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, ITC, Britannia, and other leading corporations
• Placement Cell: Dedicated Training and Placement Cell; contact via placement@vbcms.visvabharati.ac.in
• Internships: Mandatory summer internships with reputed firms

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels available for boys and girls with mess facilities
• Fully equipped computer labs, seminar halls, and Wi-Fi enabled campus
• Library with extensive digital and print management resources
• Sports facilities including cricket, badminton, and indoor games
• Health care centre and 24/7 security
• Transport facilities connecting Kolkata city and Santiniketan campus
• Clubs and annual management fest for student engagement

Faculty & Research

• Experienced faculty with doctoral degrees and industry exposure
• Research centres focused on rural management and entrepreneurship
• University receives grants from UGC and other government agencies for research projects
• Collaborations via MoUs with Indian and international institutes details not explicitly listed

Rankings

• NIRF 2023: Visva-Bharati University ranked 65th overall (NIRF Official); VBCMS not separately ranked
• NAAC: Grade A (2022 cycle)
• India Today / Outlook: Not available separately for VBCMS as of 2024-06

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Cut-offs based on CAT/MAT/XAT scores, category-wise cut-offs published post entrance results on official website
• Seat Matrix: Open Category ~40 seats, Reserved Categories ~20 seats
• Details and updates on admissions page

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (approx. 15 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Kolkata Howrah Junction (approx. 6 km)
• City/Local Transit: Regular metro, bus, and taxi services connect the centre at Kolkata

FAQs

Q1: What is the mode of MBA program at VBCMS?

A1: The MBA program is full-time regular mode.

Q2: Which entrance exams are accepted for admission?

A2: CAT, MAT, XAT scores are accepted for admission.

Q3: Is hostel facility available?

A3: Yes, separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facilities are available.

Q4: What is the approximate tuition fee per semester?

A4: Tuition fee is approximately ₹50,000 per semester.

Q5: Are scholarships available for reserved category students?

A5: Yes, scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates are available via government schemes.

Q6: What is the placement rate?

A6: Around 80% of students get placed annually with good salary packages.

Q7: Is there any age limit for admission?

A7: There is no specific age limit for admission to MBA programs.

Q8: When is the application process usually started?

A8: Applications generally open between March-April every year.

Q9: Where can I get the admission form?

A9: Admission forms can be downloaded/submitted online at VBCMS Admission Page.

Q10: Are internships mandatory?

A10: Yes, summer internships are a mandatory part of the curriculum.