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Aurora's Business School Admissions Details

Aurora's Business School Application/Admission Process

Approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and situated in Punjagutta, Hyderabad, Aurora’s Business School (ABS) offers Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programs. The school provides specializations in Core Management, Business Analytics, Marketing, Finance, and Human Resource Management. ABS conducts dual intakes—Fall (June session) and Spring (January session)—catering to domestic applicants, state-category students, working professionals, and NRI/international candidates.

This guide outlines the complete admission framework, including eligibility mandates, application processing fees, required documentation, important dates for the 2026 intake cycle, and common queries.

Admission Process

Admissions at Aurora’s Business School follow a merit-based evaluation framework that reviews national entrance examination performance alongside interpersonal and analytical skills during campus selection rounds.

Application Submission

Applicants complete registration via the official online portal at absi.edu.in or submit physical forms at the campus admission office in Punjagutta. Registration requires submitting personal credentials, academic history, and qualifying national entrance exam details.

Primary Application Screening

The admissions committee reviews submitted applications, verifying basic eligibility and shortlisting candidates based on undergraduate performance and valid scores in national management aptitude tests. Candidates who have not taken a national test are scheduled for Aurora’s Management Aptitude Test (AMAT).

Group Discussion (GD) & Personal Interview (PI)

Shortlisted candidates are invited to participate in two-stage selection rounds conducted on campus or virtually:

  • Group Discussion (GD): Evaluates logical reasoning, group dynamics, communication proficiency, and business awareness.

  • Personal Interview (PI): Assesses career goals, leadership qualities, analytical aptitude, and domain interest.

Seat Allocation & Confirmation

Selected applicants receive a formal admission offer letter. To confirm enrollment, candidates must pay the initial seat reservation fee and submit original credentials for verification within the designated timeline.

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility requirements depend on the program and entry track:

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM / PGDM Business Analytics)

  • Educational Qualification: A recognized Bachelor's degree (10+2+3 or 10+2+4) in any discipline from a university recognized by UGC or AICTE.

  • Minimum Marks: A minimum aggregate score of 50% in the qualifying undergraduate degree (45% for reserved SC/ST category candidates).

  • Final Year Candidates: Final-year undergraduate students are eligible to apply provisionally, provided they complete all degree examinations prior to program commencement and produce mark sheets confirming minimum aggregate criteria.

PGDM Executive Program

  • Educational Qualification: Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum score of 45% or equivalent CGPA.

  • Work Experience: Candidates must possess a minimum of 2 to 5 years of full-time executive or managerial work experience following graduation.

Recognized Entrance Examinations

Candidates must submit valid scores in any of the following national or institutional tests:

  • Common Admission Test (CAT)

  • Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT)

  • Management Aptitude Test (MAT)

  • Common Management Admission Test (CMAT)

  • AIMS Test for Management Admissions (ATMA)

  • Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)

  • Aurora Management Aptitude Test (AMAT - Conducted institutional test)

Application Fees

The non-refundable application fee covers application processing, entrance test alignment (AMAT), and interview selection processing:

Fee Component Amount in INR
Application Processing Fee INR 1,000
Acceptance / Seat Reservation Deposit INR 30,000 to INR 50,000
Accepted Payment Modes Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, UPI, or Bank Demand Draft

Important Dates

The timeline for the 2026 academic admissions cycle and associated national entrance exam schedules are structured as follows:

Event / Milestone Date
Online Application Window Opens (Fall Session) January 15, 2026
AMAT Entrance Exam Date (Spring Intake) November 1, 2026
AMAT Entrance Exam Date (Fall Intake) May 3, 2026
Phase 1 Application Submission Deadline May 31, 2026
GD & PI Selection Rounds (Phase 1) June 5 – June 12, 2026
MAT Exam Session September 13, 2026
CAT Application Registration Window August 3 – September 22, 2026
CAT Exam Date November 29, 2026
XAT Registration Window July 15 – December 6, 2026
XAT Exam Date January 3, 2027
Final Document Submission & Fee Deadline July 30, 2026
Commencement of New Academic Session August 2026

Required Documents

Applicants must attach self-attested photocopies during initial registration and present original credentials during physical verification:

  • Class 10th Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate: Secondary education background and proof of age.

  • Class 12th Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate: Higher secondary qualification proof.

  • Bachelor's Degree Mark Sheets & Provisional Certificate: Semester-wise or consolidated mark sheets for undergraduate studies.

  • Entrance Examination Scorecard: Valid scorecard for CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, GMAT, or AMAT.

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  • Transfer Certificate (TC) & Migration Certificate: Issued by the previous college or university.

  • Conduct / Character Certificate: Issued by the last attended educational institution.

  • Government Photo Identity Proof: Copy of Aadhaar Card, Passport, or Voter ID.

  • Work Experience Certificates (if applicable): Employment letters or salary slips for Executive PGDM applicants.

  • Passport-size Photographs: Recent colored passport photographs (4 to 6 copies).

  • Category / Reservation Certificate (if applicable): Community or quota certificate issued by competent government authorities.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Aurora’s Management Aptitude Test (AMAT)?

AMAT is an institutional entrance test conducted by Aurora’s Business School for applicants who have not taken national tests like CAT, MAT, or XAT. It evaluates basic logic, quantitative aptitude, English proficiency, and general awareness.

Are scholarships offered to PGDM students at Aurora’s Business School?

Yes. ABS offers merit-based and trust scholarships, including the Seethaiah Memorial Trust Scholarship (INR 125,000), Aurora Foundation Scholarship (INR 100,000), and Nimmatoori Foundation Scholarship (INR 50,000) for eligible candidates.

Can candidates apply if they are awaiting their final-year graduation results?

Yes, candidates in their final year of graduation can apply provisionally. Admission is confirmed once final mark sheets verifying a minimum aggregate score of 50% are submitted before the institutional deadline.

What is the difference between the Fall and Spring intakes at ABS?

ABS conducts two academic admissions cycles: the Fall intake (starting in June/August) and the Spring intake (starting in January). Both intakes follow identical AICTE-approved PGDM course structures and selection processes.

What is the fee refund policy if an application or seat is withdrawn?

Fee refund policies strictly follow regulations established by the AICTE. When a candidate submits a formal written request for withdrawal prior to the commencement of classes, the admission deposit is refunded after deducting institutional processing charges.

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