Bandhan School of Business (BSB), established by the Bandhan Group, is a premier B-School located in Bolpur, Shantiniketan. It offers AICTE-approved PGDM programs designed to create future leaders in the management domain.
| Institute Name | Bandhan School of Business |
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| Affiliations & Validations | AICTE Approved |
| Program Type | PGDM |
| Location | Bolpur, Shantiniketan, West Bengal |
| Eligibility | Graduate (50%) |
| Entrance Exams | CAT / XAT / MAT / CMAT / ATMA / B-MAT |
| Total Fee (Approx) | ₹12.00 Lakhs |
| Average Package | ₹7.50 LPA (Target) |
| Campus Type | Fully Residential |
| Official Website | www.bsb-santiniketan.org |
To apply for the PGDM program, candidates must meet the following requirements:
| Academic Qualification | Bachelor's degree (min. 3 years) in any discipline with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories). Final year students can apply. |
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| Entrance Exam | Valid score in CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, or GMAT. Alternatively, candidates can appear for Bandhan Management Aptitude Test (B-MAT). |
The admission process is rigorous and comprehensive:
The fee includes tuition and other academic charges. Hostel fees are separate.
| Component | Fee (in INR) |
|---|---|
| Total Academic Fee | ₹12,00,900 (Approx) |
| Hostel & Food Fee | ~₹1,20,000 per year |
*Scholarships up to 20% available for meritorious students.
With the backing of Bandhan Group, the institute offers excellent placement opportunities.
| Target Average Package | ₹7.50 LPA |
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| Internships | Mandatory 8-week Summer Internship Program (SIP) with stipends. |
| Top Recruiters | Bandhan Bank, Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, IDFC First Bank, Genisys Group |
Yes, all PGDM specialized programs are AICTE approved.
Yes, it is a fully residential program to foster peer learning and holistic growth.
BSB offers PGDM in Business Management, Business Analytics, and Banking & Finance Management.
The total fee for the PGDM program is approximately ₹12,00,900, which includes tuition and residential charges.
The highest package offered is ₹12 LPA, and the average package is around ₹7.5 LPA, with strong recruitment from the BFSI sector.
Candidates can apply with valid scores in CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, or ATMA.
The campus is located in Bolpur, Shantiniketan, West Bengal, offering a serene environment for learning.
Yes, being part of the Bandhan group, easy education loan facilities are available for students through Bandhan Bank and other partners.
Yes, there is an application fee of approximately ₹1,500.
Key recruiters include Bandhan Bank, Axis Bank, HDFC Life, and other leading financial institutions.
