Cheapest MBA Colleges in Hyderabad 2026: Low Fees, Total Cost & CAT Cutoff
7 MBA and PGDM colleges in Hyderabad are listed in our directory, with total two-year fees from ₹2.3 L (SMS UoH) to ₹17 L (IBS Hyderabad). 1 of them list ₹5 lakh or less. The best placement-to-fee ratio is MANAGE Hyderabad at 1.27.
Hyderabad at a glance (directory data): 7 colleges are listed. The three lowest fees are SMS UoH (₹2.3 L), IPE Hyderabad (₹9.2 L), VJIM (₹9.2 L). Colleges whose admitted band starts at 60 percentile or lower: IPE Hyderabad (60–70, ₹9.2 L), VJIM (60–70, ₹9.2 L). 2 of 7 take CAT only; the rest also accept other tests. Bands are the range a college has admitted at, not a promise of admission. See also all MBA colleges in Hyderabad and low-fee MBA colleges across India.
MBA colleges in Hyderabad ranked by total fee
| College | CAT band | Total fee | Avg CTC | CTC ÷ fee | Also accepts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMS UoHSchool of Management Studies University of Hyderabad | 80–90 %ile | ₹2.3 L | n/a | — | CAT only |
| IPE HyderabadInstitute of Public Enterprise | 60–70 %ile | ₹9.2 L | 7 LPA | 0.76 | XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, GMAT |
| VJIMVignana Jyothi Institute of Management | 60–70 %ile | ₹9.2 L | 6.3 LPA | 0.68 | XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, GMAT |
| MANAGE HyderabadNational Institute of Agricultural Extension Management | 75–90 %ile | ₹9.8 L | 12.4 LPA | 1.27 | CAT only |
| WoxsenWoxsen University School of Business | 70–80 %ile | ₹15 L | 9.9 LPA | 0.66 | XAT, NMAT, GMAT, GRE |
| IMT HyderabadInstitute of Management Technology Hyderabad | 85–92 %ile | ₹16 L | 12.4 LPA | 0.78 | XAT, CMAT, GMAT |
| IBS HyderabadICFAI Business School Hyderabad | 70–85 %ile | ₹17 L | 9.8 LPA | 0.58 | IBSAT, XAT, GMAT, NMAT |
Cheapest first. Total two-year programme fee excluding hostel; ROI is average placement ÷ total fee.
How to judge value, not just price
A low fee only helps if the placement figure supports it. Divide average placement by total fee: above about 0.9 is healthy for this tier, and below 0.6 needs a good reason. Colleges with no published placement figure show “n/a” — treat that as unknown, not as zero.
In Hyderabad, the strongest ratio in our data is MANAGE Hyderabad (National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management): 12.4 LPA on a ₹9.8 L fee.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest MBA college in Hyderabad?
In our directory it is SMS UoH (School of Management Studies University of Hyderabad) at ₹2.3 L total fees, excluding hostel. Confirm the current fee with the institute.
Which MBA colleges in Hyderabad cost under ₹5 lakh?
1 of the 7 colleges we list: SMS UoH (₹2.3 L).
Do the cheapest MBA colleges in Hyderabad accept CAT?
Some do, but a low fee often signals a government or state-university seat. Telangana institutes often admit through TS ICET counselling in addition to national tests. Check the exams column for the test each college accepts.
Is an MBA in Hyderabad worth the fee?
Use placement ÷ fee. The best ratio in our Hyderabad data is MANAGE Hyderabad at 1.27. Above about 0.9 is healthy for this tier.
Which Hyderabad MBA colleges have low fees and take a low CAT percentile?
In our directory, IPE Hyderabad (₹9.2 L, band 60–70), VJIM (₹9.2 L, band 60–70) combine a band starting at 60 or lower with the lowest fees in Hyderabad. Confirm current fees and cut-offs with each institute.
On a budget but unsure about CAT? See which Hyderabad colleges admit without CAT, starting at ₹6.9 lakh.
Before you pay anything: check that the college is AICTE-approved and know the refund rules.
Sources & methodology
Fees are total two-year programme fees excluding hostel, as listed in this site’s college directory (data verified 4 September 2026). Add hostel, mess and exam costs before comparing, and confirm the current fee in the institute’s admission brochure before you pay anything.