MBA Colleges in Haryana Accepting Low CAT Score (2026): Fees, Cutoffs & NIRF Ranks
8 MBA and PGDM colleges in Haryana admit students in the 40–92 CAT percentile range for the 2026-28 batch, 3 of them NIRF 2025 top-100 (best: IIM Rohtak at rank 19). Fees start at ₹9.3 L (MRIIRS Faridabad, Faridabad) and the highest reported average placement is 17.5 LPA at IIM Rohtak. The lowest CAT floor in the state is 45 percentile.
This is the full working list of MBA and PGDM colleges in Haryana that actually admit candidates below the IIM cutoff — 8 institutes, sorted by NIRF 2025 rank, with the CAT band each one admits in, its total two-year fee and its reported average placement. 5 of them take students at 60 percentile or below.
All 8 MBA colleges in Haryana
| NIRF 2025 | College | City | CAT band | Total fee | Avg CTC | Also accepts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | IIM RohtakIndian Institute of Management Rohtak | Rohtak | 94–97 %ile | ₹19 L | 17.5 LPA | CAT only |
| 50 | GLIM GurgaonGreat Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon | Gurugram | 75–85 %ile | ₹13.4 L | 11.8 LPA | XAT, GMAT, NMAT, CMAT |
| 77 | BML MunjalBML Munjal University School of Management | Gurugram | 60–75 %ile | ₹15.1 L | 9 LPA | XAT, CMAT, NMAT, GMAT, GRE |
| — | SOIL GurgaonSOIL Institute of Management | Gurugram | 75–85 %ile | ₹15.3 L | 10.5 LPA | XAT, GMAT, NMAT |
| — | JGBS SonipatJindal Global Business School OP Jindal Global University | Sonipat | 50–70 %ile | ₹13 L | 8.5 LPA | XAT, CMAT, NMAT, GMAT, GRE |
| — | IILM GurgaonIILM University Gurugram | Gurugram | 55–70 %ile | ₹12.9 L | 7.1 LPA | XAT, CMAT, GMAT |
| — | GD GoenkaGD Goenka University | Gurugram | 50–65 %ile | ₹11 L | 5.7 LPA | MAT, CMAT, XAT |
| — | MRIIRS FaridabadFaculty of Management Studies MRIIRS | Faridabad | 45–60 %ile | ₹9.3 L | n/a | XAT, MAT, CMAT |
Sorted by NIRF 2025 rank, unranked institutes last. CAT band is the percentile range in which the institute actually admits for 2026-28.
The Haryana entrance-exam route most candidates miss
Haryana has no meaningful state MBA test for the Gurugram private belt — Great Lakes, BML Munjal, SOIL, IILM and GD Goenka all run CAT/XAT/GMAT/NMAT admissions on their own calendars. IIM Rohtak is CAT-only and sits at 94+.
The practical note for Gurugram: fees here are quoted in several different ways. Great Lakes Gurgaon’s ₹13.4 lakh is tuition plus programme fee; the fully residential all-in figure is closer to ₹19.8 lakh. Always ask for the all-in number before comparing against a non-residential Delhi PGDM.
Across these 8 colleges the most widely accepted alternatives to CAT are XAT (7 colleges), CMAT (6 colleges), GMAT (5 colleges), NMAT (4 colleges) and GRE (2 colleges). Sitting one of them is usually cheaper than a CAT retake and the results land in time for the same admission rounds.
Fees vs placement: best ROI in Haryana
Divide the reported average placement by the total fee. In Haryana the spread runs from ₹9.3 L at MRIIRS Faridabad to ₹19 L at the top of the market, so the ratio matters more here than the brand name does.
| College | City | Total fee | Avg CTC | CTC ÷ fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IIM Rohtak | Rohtak | ₹19 L | 17.5 LPA | 0.92 |
| GLIM Gurgaon | Gurugram | ₹13.4 L | 11.8 LPA | 0.88 |
| SOIL Gurgaon | Gurugram | ₹15.3 L | 10.5 LPA | 0.69 |
| JGBS Sonipat | Sonipat | ₹13 L | 8.5 LPA | 0.65 |
| BML Munjal | Gurugram | ₹15.1 L | 9 LPA | 0.60 |
| IILM Gurgaon | Gurugram | ₹12.9 L | 7.1 LPA | 0.55 |
| GD Goenka | Gurugram | ₹11 L | 5.7 LPA | 0.52 |
NIRF 2025 ranked colleges in Haryana
3 Haryana institutes appear in the NIRF 2025 Management top 100. These carry the most weight with recruiters and are worth an application even if you are at the bottom of their published band.
MBA colleges in Haryana by city
Open a city for its full list, local recruiter mix and fee spread: Gurugram (5), Sonipat (1), Faridabad (1) and Rohtak (1).
Frequently asked questions
Which MBA colleges in Haryana accept a low CAT percentile?
5 of the 8 colleges on this page admit at 60 percentile or below, the lowest floor in the state being 45 percentile. MRIIRS Faridabad, GD Goenka, JGBS Sonipat, IILM Gurgaon and BML Munjal are the most accessible.
What is the cheapest MBA college in Haryana?
Faculty of Management Studies MRIIRS in Faridabad at ₹9.3 L total for the two-year programme. It does not publish an average placement figure, so ask for the audited placement report before applying. 1 colleges in the state charge under ₹10 lakh in total.
Which is the best MBA college in Haryana by NIRF ranking?
Indian Institute of Management Rohtak at NIRF 2025 rank 19, admitting in the 94–97 percentile band with a ₹19 L fee and 17.5 LPA average placement.
Can I get an MBA in Haryana without CAT?
Yes. The practical note for Gurugram: fees here are quoted in several different ways. Beyond that, most private institutes here accept XAT, CMAT, GMAT and NMAT, so a CAT score is one route among several rather than a requirement.
More ways to compare. Rank this state’s colleges by cost with the lowest-fee MBA list, see which entrance exams are still open, and check that a college is AICTE-approved before you pay.
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Sources & methodology
Cutoffs are the published shortlisting percentile where the institute publishes one, and otherwise the band in which it actually admits, taken from institute disclosures and the portals below. Fees are total two-year programme fees excluding hostel unless stated; placement figures are the latest institute-reported averages. Cross-checked against NIRF 2025 on 4 September 2026. Always confirm against the institute’s current admission brochure before paying any fee.