Candidates who have applied to LIBA will undergo a shortlisting process based on their CAT 2020 / XAT 2021 scores. If an applicant has taken both CAT and XAT exams, LIBA will consider their best available test scores for shortlisting purposes. Following the initial shortlisting based on these scores, applicants will be invited to participate in the final selection round (PI Round) at specified centers.
Performance in the Personal Interview (PI) will carry significant weight in the final selection process. Group discussions and interviews will take place in various locations including Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai, New Delhi, Kolkata, and Chennai, or may be conducted online depending on the prevailing COVID situation.
In the final selection process at LIBA, evaluation will also consider academic performance, particularly the number of academic year arrears. Per the admission policy, LIBA does not admit candidates with more than two arrears.
The final selection criteria at LIBA will also take into account factors such as the quality of work experience, academic profile, and achievements among others. Admission offers at LIBA will be based on a holistic assessment including CAT/XAT scores, past academic performance, work experience, and performance in the GD & PI Round.
Candidates who successfully pass the above rounds will be notified of their admission status via SMS and email.
LIBA Step by Step Admission Process
Prospective applicants aiming for admission to LIBA are required to complete the application process online.
To begin, visit the LIBA Admission Website and navigate to the Apply Now section on the homepage to initiate the User Registration process. Once completed, your user ID and password will be sent to your registered email address. In case you forget your password, utilise the reset link provided on the login page.
Upon logging in with your credentials, proceed to enter your CAT ID / XAT ID, personal particulars, and upload a passport-size photograph. Provide your academic information along with supporting documents, followed by details regarding your work experience, supported by relevant documents, and reference information.
Review all entered details for accuracy and completeness before submitting the application form. Make the requisite payment of Rs. 1500/- online via credit card, debit card, or net banking.
After submission, download the completed application form in PDF format and forward it to LIBA via email.
Required Documents:
- Marksheets of Class 10th and 12th
- Graduation Marksheet and Certificate
- Post Graduation Marksheet and Certificate (if applicable, especially for Ph.D. applicants)
- Work Experience Certificate
- Parish Priest Letter (Mandatory for Catholic Candidates)
- Two Passport-size Color Photographs
- Statement of Purpose (SOP) indicating the Research Area (specifically for Ph.D. applicants)
- Category certificate
- Scorecard of the Entrance Exam undertaken.
FAQs
Q. Does LIBA provide an MBA degree?
A. LIBA offers a Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), which holds equivalence to an MBA degree.
Q. Is the PGDM program at LIBA recognised?
A. Yes, LIBA’s full-time PGDM program is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and recognised by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) as equivalent to an MBA.
Q. What are the eligibility criteria for the PGDM Program?
A. Candidates must possess a three-year bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) from a recognised university (AIU) with a consistent academic record of first class (60%) in STD X, STD XII, and graduation. Applicants appearing for their final exams in June 2021 are also eligible to apply.
Q. Are there any reservations for SC/ST, Domicile, and NRI applicants?
A. There are no reservations for SC/ST or NRI applicants. However, as a minority institution, 50% of the seats are reserved for minority candidates.
Q. How will I know if I am selected for the LIBA PGDM program?
A. A notification regarding the interview will be sent via email. Additionally, you can check the PGDM results on www.liba.edu by logging in with your LIBA-ID and password.
