MBA in Entrepreneurship in India: Eligibility, Syllabus, Colleges, Fees and Scope (2027)

An MBA in Entrepreneurship is a two-year postgraduate management programme that teaches you how to start, fund and grow a business. It combines core MBA subjects such as finance, marketing and operations with venture planning, innovation and startup funding. In India you can study it full-time on campus or online while you keep working.

This guide covers who it suits, eligibility, entrance exams, syllabus, online vs full-time options, fees, careers and how to choose a programme.

MBA in Entrepreneurship at a glance

Detail	What to expect
Duration	2 years (4 semesters)
Eligibility	Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university; many institutes ask for 50% (45% for reserved categories), but this varies
Entrance exams (full-time)	CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, SNAP or the college’s own test
Admission (online)	Usually graduation plus documents, but confirm with each university
Online fees	Careers360 reported a total range of ₹50,000 to ₹2,16,000 across universities (updated Nov 2024)
Best for	Aspiring founders, family-business owners, working professionals moving into innovation or business-development roles

Who should choose an MBA in Entrepreneurship?

This degree fits you if you want to:

• Start your own venture and need a structured grounding in business models, funding and operations.
• Take over or grow a family business and need professional management skills.
• Move into startup or innovation roles inside a larger company, such as business development, new-product or growth roles.

If you mainly want a corporate career in finance or HR, a general MBA or a different specialisation may serve you better. Our guide on the right time to go for an MBA can help you decide.

Eligibility criteria

The usual requirements are:

1. A bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognised university.
2. A minimum aggregate, commonly 50% for the general category and 45% for reserved categories. Each institute sets its own cut-off.
3. A valid entrance score for most full-time programmes. Many online programmes admit students on graduation and documents instead.

Always confirm the criteria on the university’s official admission page before you apply. Use our college finder to shortlist programmes that match your profile.

Entrance exams

Full-time programmes usually accept national tests such as CAT, XAT, MAT and CMAT, and Symbiosis institutes use SNAP. Some universities run their own exams.

If you prefer to skip entrance exams, an online MBA may be the practical route.

Syllabus: what you study

The first year covers core management subjects. The second year moves into entrepreneurship electives. Exact subjects differ by university, but a typical structure looks like this:

Area	Typical subjects
Core management	Financial accounting, marketing management, organisational behaviour, operations, business statistics
Venture creation	Entrepreneurship development, new venture planning, business model design, idea validation
Funding and finance	Startup finance, venture capital and private equity, financial modelling
Growth and innovation	Innovation management, scaling a business, digital entrepreneurship, family business management
Legal and strategy	Business law, intellectual property, strategic management
Practical work	Business plan project, case studies, internship or capstone

MBA Entrepreneurship syllabi focus on subjects such as venture capital and asset management alongside the standard MBA curriculum.

Online vs full-time: which is better?

Factor	Online MBA	Full-time MBA
Schedule	Flexible, study around work or a business	Fixed, on campus
Entrance exam	Often not required (confirm per university)	Usually CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT or SNAP
Cost	Generally lower	Wide range, often much higher
Peer network and incubation	Online groups and virtual sessions	Campus incubators, in-person network
Best for	Working professionals and founders already running a business	Fresh graduates who can study full-time

If you are already working, read how to do an online MBA while working night shifts, and see how you can earn while you learn. Our post on the hidden advantages of online MBA programmes explains the trade-offs in more detail.

Where can you study it?

Online options

Amity University Online lists an MBA with specialisation in Entrepreneurship and Leadership Management, a two-year programme. Careers360 included Amity Online in its list of online MBA Entrepreneurship programmes at a total fee of ₹1,99,000 (updated Nov 2024). See our Amity University Online page for the current fee, syllabus and admission steps.

Chandigarh University Online appeared in the same Careers360 list at a total fee of ₹2,10,668. Check the Chandigarh University Online page for current details.

To compare more online options, see our list of the top online MBA colleges in India, the Amity vs Manipal vs VGU comparison, or browse all online degree programmes.

Full-time options

Education portals list entrepreneurship as a specialisation or standalone programme at institutes such as IIM Lucknow, IIM Nagpur, NMIMS Mumbai, TAPMI Manipal, IMI, IMT and EDII Ahmedabad. Symbiosis, FLAME and Amity Business School also appear in college lists. Programmes, seats and fees change every year, so verify them on each institute’s official site.

MBA in Entrepreneurship fees

Fees depend on the university, the mode and the year:

• Online: Careers360 reported a total range of ₹50,000 to ₹2,16,000 across online programmes (updated Nov 2024).
• Full-time: The range is far wider. State universities cost much less than private business schools, and top-tier schools cost several lakh rupees per year.

Always compare the total programme fee, not the per-semester fee, and ask what is included. Use our EMI calculator to plan monthly payments and the degree ROI calculator to estimate the return. If budget is your main concern, see the affordable one-year online MBA programmes or the one-year online MBA page.

Career options after an MBA in Entrepreneurship

• Founder or co-founder of a startup
• Business head in a family business
• Business development or growth manager
• Product or innovation manager
• Startup operations or strategy associate
• Incubator, accelerator or venture-capital associate
• Management consultant for small and medium businesses

To see how a role could change your income, try the salary and ROI calculator. If your goal is a faster move into management, read how to become a manager in 3 years.

Funding for founders

A degree does not replace capital. Indian founders commonly look at the Government of India’s Startup India initiative and the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana for small business loans. Eligibility and terms change, so check the official portals before you plan around them.

How to choose the right programme

1. Check recognition. For online programmes, confirm UGC-DEB entitlement for the exact programme and year. Our guide to identifying UGC-approved vs fake online universities shows how.
2. Read the curriculum. Look for real entrepreneurship electives, a business-plan project and mentoring, not just a renamed general MBA.
3. Compare the total cost. Use the compare tool to put fees, duration and specialisations side by side.
4. Check the timeline. Admission windows close. See the last dates for online MBA, BBA and BCA admission.
5. Talk to a counsellor. Ask about the current fee, session dates and scholarships before you pay anything.

Frequently asked questions

What is an MBA in Entrepreneurship?

It is a two-year postgraduate programme that combines core MBA subjects with venture creation, startup finance, innovation and business growth. It suits aspiring founders, family-business owners and professionals who want to work in startup or innovation roles.

What is the eligibility for an MBA in Entrepreneurship?

You generally need a bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognised university. Many institutes ask for about 50% marks (45% for reserved categories). Full-time programmes usually also need an entrance score. Criteria vary, so check the official admission page.

Do I need CAT or another entrance exam?

Full-time programmes usually accept CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT or SNAP, or run their own tests. Many online MBA programmes admit students on graduation and documents instead. Confirm the rule with the specific university before applying.

Is an online MBA in Entrepreneurship valid?

An online MBA from a UGC-entitled university is valid for jobs and further study. Check the entitlement for your exact programme and admission year on the UGC-DEB website before you enrol, because recognition is programme-specific.

How much does an MBA in Entrepreneurship cost?

Careers360 reported online fees between ₹50,000 and ₹2,16,000 in total (updated Nov 2024). Full-time fees vary widely by college type. Confirm the current total fee, including exam and other charges, with the university.

Do I need an MBA to start a business?

No. Many founders start without one. An MBA helps most if you want structured training in finance, strategy and operations, access to a network, or a credential to move into a startup or innovation role.

How is it different from a general MBA?

A general MBA spreads across functions and prepares you for corporate roles. An MBA in Entrepreneurship keeps the core subjects but spends more time on venture planning, funding, innovation and scaling a business.

Next step

Not sure which programme fits your budget and goals? Compare online MBA programmes or talk to an EduCollege counsellor for current fees, eligibility and admission dates.