The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) Rankings 2023 for Management have unveiled the top-performing MBA institutions in India. The highly esteemed Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ahmedabad, has once again secured the coveted first spot with an impressive NIRF score of 83.20. Following closely behind, IIM Bangalore and IIM Kozhikode claimed the second and third spot respectively, with commendable scores of 80.98 and 76.45. Notably, IIM Calcutta experienced a slight shift in its ranking, securing the fourth position in the NIRF Rankings 2023 compared to its third rank in the NIRF MBA Rankings 2022. 

The top 10 MBA colleges in India, as per the NIRF Ranking 2023, witnessed minimal changes, with a few notable shifts. IIT Bombay secured a place in the esteemed list, ranking tenth and displacing IIT Madras to the fifteenth position. Meanwhile, IIM Lucknow successfully maintained its position for the second consecutive year, further solidifying its standing among the top MBA colleges.

Top 10 MBA Colleges in India: NIRF Ranking 2023 VS 2022 

B-SCHOOL NAME

NIRF Ranking 2023

NIRF Ranking 2022

IIM Ahmedabad

1

1

IIM Bangalore

2

2

IIM  Kozhikode

3

5

IIM Calcutta

4

3

IIT Delhi

5

4

IIM Lucknow

6

6

NITIE Mumbai 

7

9

IIM Indore

8

7

XLRI

9

8

IIT Bombay

10

11

Check the List of Top 100 Management Colleges in India Based on NIRF Rank 2023

When it comes to obtaining an MBA or PGDM degree, the pedigree of the institute plays a crucial role in shaping one’s career path. In addition to factors such as fee structure, course curriculum, alumni network, and university recognition, the NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) ranking holds significant importance. The NIRF ranking is an annual assessment conducted by the Government of India to evaluate and acknowledge the top management institutes across the country. This ranking system aims to provide aspiring students and stakeholders with a reliable and transparent assessment of institutions offering MBA and PGDM programs. By considering the NIRF ranking alongside other crucial factors, individuals can make well-informed decisions about their educational journey and set themselves on a path towards success.

Top 100 MBA Colleges in India 2023

State

City

NIRF Scores

NIRF Ranking 2023

Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad

Gujarat

Ahmedabad

83.2

1

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

Bengaluru

Karnataka

80.89

2

Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode

Kozhikode

Kerala

76.48

3

Indian Institute of Management Calcutta

Kolkata

West Bengal

75.53

4

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi  

New Delhi

Delhi

74.14

5

Indian Institute of Management Lucknow

Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh

74.11

6

National Institute of Industrial Engineering, Mumbai

Mumbai

Maharashtra

71.99

7

Indian Institute of Management Indore

Indore

Madhya Pradesh

71.95

8

XLRI-Xavier School of Management

Jamshedpur

Jharkhand

70.75

9

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay 

Mumbai

Maharashtra

68.11

10

Indian Institute of Management Raipur

Raipur

Chhattisgarh

66.18

11

Indian Institute of Management Rohtak

Rohtak

Haryana

65.88

12

Management Development Institute

Gurugram

Haryana

64.88

13

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

Kharagpur

West Bengal

63.92

14

Indian Institute of Technology Madras

Chennai

Tamil Nadu

62.83

15

Indian Institute of Management Udaipur

Udaipur

Rajasthan

62.78

16

Symbiosis Institute of Business Management

Pune

Maharashtra

62.74

17

Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee

Roorkee

Uttarakhand

62.14

18

Indian Institute of Management Kashipur

Kashipur

Uttarakhand

61.07

19

S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research

Mumbai

Maharashtra

60.91

20

SVKM`s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies

Mumbai

Maharashtra

60.84

21

Indian Institute of Management Tiruchirappalli

Tiruchirappalli

Tamil Nadu

60.83

22

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

Kanpur

Uttar Pradesh

60.63

23

Indian Institute of Management Ranchi

Ranchi

Jharkhand

59.99

24

Jamia Millia Islamia,New Delhi

New Delhi

Delhi

59.78

25

Indian Institute of Management Shillong

Shillong

Meghalaya

59.12

26

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade

New Delhi

Delhi

58.6

27

Amity University

Gautam Budh Nagar

Uttar Pradesh

58.56

28

Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam

Visakhapatnam

Andhra Pradesh

57.57

29

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

Coimbatore

Tamil Nadu

57.02

30

Great Lakes Institute of Management

Chennai

Tamil Nadu

56.62

31

Lovely Professional University

Phagwara

Punjab

56.44

32

Goa Institute of Management

Sanquelim

Goa

56.28

33

International Management Institute

New Delhi

Delhi

56.05

34

National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli

Tiruchirappalli

Tamil Nadu

56.01

35

Chandigarh University

Mohali

Punjab

55.98

36

MICA

Ahmedabad

Gujarat

55.47

37

Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad

Ghaziabad

Uttar Pradesh

55.26

38

UPES

Dehradun

Uttarakhand

54.83

39

ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, Hyderabad

Hyderabad

Telangana

54.29

40

Indian Institute of Management Jammu (IIMJ)

Jammu

Jammu and Kashmir

54.17

41

T. A. Pai Management Institute Manipal

Manipal

Karnataka

53.48

42

Indian Institute of Management

Nagpur

Maharashtra

53.41

43

Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines)

Dhanbad

Jharkhand

52.64

44

K J Somaiya Institute of Management Studies and Research

Mumbai Suburban

Maharashtra

52.14

45

XIIM University

Bhubaneswar

Odisha

52.09

46

Jaipuria Institute of Management

Noida

Uttar Pradesh

51.81

47

Birla Institute of Management Technology

Greater Noida

Uttar Pradesh

51.74

48

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (Deemed-to-be-university)

Patiala

Punjab

51.67

49

Anna University

Chennai

Tamil Nadu

51.67

49

Indian Institute of Management, Amritsar

Amritsar

Punjab

51.3

51

Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation University (K L College of Engineering)

Vaddeswaram

Andhra Pradesh

51.29

52

Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya

Gaya

Bihar

51.28

53

Institute of Rural Management Anand

Anand

Gujarat

51.19

54

Aligarh Muslim University

Aligarh

Uttar Pradesh

51.18

55

Banaras Hindu University

Varanasi

Uttar Pradesh

51.07

56

Siksha `O` Anusandhan

Bhubaneswar

Odisha

51.03

57

Indian Institute of Management Sambalpur

Sambalpur

Odisha

50.9

58

Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology

Bhubaneswar

Odisha

50.78

59

Christ University

Bengaluru

Karnataka

50.69

60

Nirma University

Ahmedabad

Gujarat

50.04

61

Great Lakes Institute of Management,Gurgaon

Gurgaon

Haryana

49.95

62

Fore School of Management

New Delhi

Delhi

49.85

63

Chitkara University

Rajpura

Punjab

49.8

64

Graphic Era University

Dehradun

Uttarakhand

49.77

65

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University

New Delhi

Delhi

49.71

66

International Management Institute

Bhubaneswar

Odisha

49.3

67

Atal Bihari Vajpayee Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management

Gwalior

Madhya Pradesh

49.13

68

Malaviya National Institute of Technology

Jaipur

Rajasthan

48.98

69

International Management Institute

Kolkata

West Bengal

48.43

70

Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences

Chennai

Tamil Nadu

48.34

71

BML Munjal University

Gurgaon

Haryana

48.27

72

Principal L N Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research

Mumbai

Maharashtra

48.21

73

Krea University

Sri City, Chittoor

Andhra Pradesh

48

74

National Institute of Technology Calicut

Kozhikode

Kerala

47.99

75

National Institute of Bank Management

Pune

Maharashtra

47.08

76

Birla Institute of Technology

Ranchi

Jharkhand

46.96

77

Babasheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University

Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh

46.61

78

Manipal University Jaipur

Jaipur

Rajasthan

46.23

79

Jaipuria Institute of Management

Jaipur

Rajasthan

46.15

80

Amity University Haryana, Gurgaon

Gurugram

Haryana

46.07

81

Panjab University

Chandigarh

Chandigarh

46.05

82

Rajagiri Business School

Cochin

Kerala

46.03

83

Institute of Management Technology

Hyderabad

Telangana

45.78

84

Jain university,Bangalore

Bengaluru

Karnataka

45.63

85

Bharathidasan Institute of Management

Tiruchirappalli

Tamil Nadu

45.59

86

Alliance University

Bengaluru

Karnataka

45.55

87

Jagan Institute of Management Studies

Delhi

Delhi

45.54

88

PSG College of Technology

Coimbatore

Tamil Nadu

45.44

89

Thiagarajar School of Management

Madurai

Tamil Nadu

44.79

90

Galgotias University

Gautam Budh Nagar

Uttar Pradesh

44.3

91

Jaipuria Institute of Management

Lucknow

Uttar Pradesh

44.22

92

Tezpur University

Tezpur

Assam

44.01

93

Pandit Deendayal Energy University

Gandhinagar

Gujarat

43.92

94

Visvesvaraya Technological University

Belgaum

Karnataka

43.84

95

Jamia Hamdard

New Delhi

Delhi

43.74

96

National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management

Hyderabad

Telangana

43.47

97

Indian Institute of Management

Sirmaur

Himachal Pradesh

43.26

98

New Delhi Institute Of Management

Delhi

Delhi

42.61

99

Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology

Hisar

Haryana

42.13

100

Visit the link for more detail information on the NIRF Management Rsnking 2023 – https://www.nirfindia.org/2023/ManagementRanking.html

Also Read: Top MBA Colleges in Mumbai Based on NIRF 2023: Fees, Placement, Scholarship, Top ROI & More

Top Private MBA Colleges in India as per the NIRF 2023 Ranking

Top 10 Private MBA Colleges in India 2023

NIRF Scores

NIRF Ranking 2023

XLRI-Xavier School of Management

70.75

9

Symbiosis Institute of Business Management

62.74

17

S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research

60.91

20

SVKM`s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies

60.84

21

Jamia Millia Islamia,New Delhi

59.78

25

Amity University

58.56

28

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham

57.02

30

Great Lakes Institute of Management

56.62

31

Lovely Professional University

56.44

32

Goa Institute of Management

56.28

33

Also Read: MBA Colleges in Delhi/NCR: Fees, Courses, Placements & More – PaGaLGuY

NIRF MBA Ranking 2023: FAQs

1. Does NIRF ranking include government MBA colleges in India?

Ans: Yes, the NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) ranking does include government MBA colleges in India. The ranking system is designed to evaluate and recognize all types of higher education institutions, including government, private, and autonomous colleges. Government MBA colleges are assessed based on the same parameters as other institutions, such as teaching, learning resources, research output, graduation outcomes, outreach, and perception. The NIRF ranking provides a holistic assessment of the performance and quality of government MBA colleges, enabling prospective students to make informed decisions about their educational choices.

2. Which MBA ranks 1st In NIRF 2023?

Ans: IIM Ahmedabad has continued to solidify its position as the premier MBA institute in India by securing the top spot in the NIRF ranking for 2023 with an impressive score of 83.2. For a detailed breakdown of the scores obtained by IIM Ahmedabad in each individual category, kindly see the table.

3. Which colleges are the top MBA Colleges in Delhi as per NIRF 2023?
Ans: If you are looking to pursue MBA/PGDM degree in the Delhi then looking for further, PaGaLGuY has the entire list of best b-schools in Delhi listed as per their NIRF Rank 2023.

 

MBA College 

State 

NIRF Score 

NIRF Rank 2023

Indian Institute of Technology Delhi  

Delhi

74.14

5

Jamia Millia Islamia,New Delhi

Delhi

59.78

25

Indian Institute of Foreign Trade

Delhi

58.6

27

International Management Institute

Delhi

56.05

34

Fore School of Management

Delhi

49.85

63

Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University

Delhi

49.71

66

Jagan Institute of Management Studies

Delhi

45.54

88

Jamia Hamdard

Delhi

43.74

96

New Delhi Institute Of Management

Delhi

42.61

99

4. Which are the top colleges in India for executive MBA?

Ans: The top colleges in India for Executive MBA programs vary based on different ranking systems and individual preferences. However, some renowned institutions consistently feature prominently in discussions about top Executive MBA colleges in India. Here are a few notable ones:

  1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi
  2. National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore
  3. Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata
  4. National Institute of Design (NID), Ahmedabad
  5. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay
  6. Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai
  7. National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Delhi

Please note that this is just a small selection, and there are many more prestigious non-MBA colleges in India offering excellent education in various disciplines.

5. What is the eligibility criteria for pursuing MBA?

Ans: The eligibility criteria for pursuing an MBA may vary slightly between institutions. However, the general eligibility criteria for MBA programs in India typically include:

  1. Educational Qualification: A graduation in any discipline from a recogniSed university or institution.

  2. Minimum Score: Many institutions require a minimum percentage in the qualifying degree (usually around 50% to 60%), although this requirement may vary.

  3. Entrance Exam: Clearing a management entrance exam such as CAT (Common Admission Test), XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test), GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test), or other equivalent exams is often required.

  4. Work Experience (Optional): Some colleges prefer candidates with prior work experience, while others may offer specialised programs for fresh graduates.

To know more about MBA eligibility criteria watch this video – Eligibility for MBA Admission

6. Why consider the NIRF ranking when shortlisting  top B-schools in India?

Ans: The NIRF ranking is worth considering when shortlisting b-schools for an MBA degree in India due to the following reasons:

  1. Credibility: The NIRF ranking is conducted by the Government of India, lending it credibility and trustworthiness.

  2. Comprehensive Parameters: The ranking evaluates institutions based on a set of well-defined parameters, including teaching, research, graduation outcomes, and outreach, providing a comprehensive assessment.

  3. Transparent Methodology: The ranking methodology is transparent and widely accessible, allowing students to understand how institutions are evaluated and compared.

  4. Benchmarking Tool: The NIRF ranking serves as a benchmarking tool for comparing the performance of different B-schools, helping students make informed decisions.

  5. Recognised Institutions: The ranking highlights the top-performing institutions, showcasing their quality and reputation in the field of management education.

Considering the NIRF ranking can provide valuable insights and assist students in selecting reputable B-schools for their MBA journey.

7. What are the most in-demand MBA specialisations in India?

Ans: The most in-demand MBA courses  or specialisations in India include Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management (HRM), Human Resource Development, Operations Management, Data Analytics, and Entrepreneurship. These specialisations cater to the current industry trends and offer promising career prospects for MBA graduates.

8. How is NIRF scores calculated?

Ans: The NIRF scores are calculated based on a set of basic criteria or parameters. The ranking methodology considers various factors, including teaching, learning, and resources; research and professional practises; graduation outcomes; outreach and inclusivity; job opportunities offered; top recruiters and perception of the educational institutions. Each parameter is assigned a specific weightage, and data is collected from participating institutions through a detailed questionnaire. The data is then verified and audited by an expert committee. The scores are computed using the assigned weights and the data provided by the institutions. The comprehensive evaluation process ensures a fair assessment and comparison of institutions across different domains.

9. Who is the issuing body for NIRF rankings in India?

Ans: The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) rankings in India are issued by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The Ministry of Education is responsible for overseeing the education sector in India, including the evaluation and recognition of institutions across various domains. The NIRF rankings serve as a prestigious assessment conducted by the government to provide reliable and transparent information about the performance and quality of higher education institutions in the country.

10, Which are the 5 best MBA colleges in India except IIMs?

Ans: Here are five of the best MBA colleges in India, excluding the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs):

  1. XLRI – Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur
  2. SP Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), Mumbai
  3. Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), Delhi University
  4. Indian School of Business (ISB), Hyderabad and Mohali
  5. Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurgaon

These institutions are renowned for their quality education, industry connections, and strong placement records. They are considered among the top management institutes in India and attract students from across the country.

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