Pune, Maharashtra
Bharati Vidyapeeth’s Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship Development (IMED), Pune, is a premier B-school founded in 1978 and forms a core part of Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University). IMED is nationally and internationally recognized for its excellence in business administration, entrepreneurship, and applied research, having consistently featured in the leading rankings for quality, innovation, student satisfaction, and placement success.
Guided by the vision of “Social Transformation Through Dynamic Education,” IMED’s mission is to develop globally competitive business leaders and entrepreneurs who drive innovation and ethical management in business and society. IMED’s faculty, many of whom are PhDs with substantial industry experience, blend academic rigor with practical training, regularly refreshing the curriculum using feedback from corporate partners to ensure real-world readiness.
IMED boasts a four-acre campus featuring advanced digital classrooms, smart technology labs, libraries with 80,000+ resources (including EMERALD, EBSCO, DELNET access), a Bloomberg finance lab, auditorium, amphitheater, entrepreneurship cell, incubation center, and sports grounds. The campus offers fully residential hostels, hygienic mess facilities, community lounges, and wellness centers. Regular student-run cultural, entrepreneurship, and tech events—like IMPACT (annual B-school fest), Biz Wizard, and Udyami Bazaar—enrich campus life.
IMED’s industry-academia interface is robust—more than 250+ recruiters visit annually, and industry experts collaborate on curriculum. The school maintains MoUs with 40+ international universities in Europe, Asia, and USA for research, exchange, and dual degree programs. IMED’s Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation has spun off several student startups. Faculty and students regularly publish in top business journals and organize conferences across sectors.
Students come from more than 27 states and 10 countries, making for a diverse cohort. IMED also maintains strong affirmative action and outreach programs to ensure inclusion and equal opportunity.
Bharati Vidyapeeth’s IMED Pune campus offers state-of-the-art and comprehensive infrastructure designed to foster an enriching academic experience and holistic development for management students. The facilities are built to accommodate diverse academic, cultural, technological, and recreational needs within a secure and vibrant campus environment.
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Smart Classrooms | Spacious, well-ventilated classrooms equipped with LCD projectors, interactive whiteboards, audio-visual equipment, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Some rooms feature lecture-capture technology enabling remote learning and recording. |
| Library and Knowledge Resource Center | Houses over 63,000 physical volumes including textbooks, reference books, national and international journals, magazines, and e-books. Equipped with digital resources and memberships such as the British Council India library, offering access to global databases and online journals. Students benefit from a book bank facility and open access to faculty members. |
| Computer & Software Labs | Advanced computer center with more than 400 latest configuration systems backed by Windows 2003 and Linux servers. Software including SPSS, MATLAB, Rational Rose, and other analytical tools available for hands-on training. High-speed leased internet connection of 72 Mbps ensures seamless digital research and software access. |
| Auditorium and Seminar Rooms | A large auditorium with seating capacity above 350 facilitating academic conferences, national and international seminars, cultural events, and guest lectures. Conference hall equipped with video conferencing suites, LCD projectors, and audio systems. Seminar rooms of 150+ seating capacity with modern teaching aids and air conditioning. |
| Language Learning Lab | Dedicated for enhancing communication skills including accent training, presentation practice, and soft skill development, using multimedia and technology-driven learning techniques. |
| Research & Innovation Centers | Spaces dedicated to fostering research with access to resources, data analytics software, and faculty mentorship to encourage student and academic innovation. |
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Hostels | Separate hostels for boys and girls with 24-hour security. Rooms well-equipped with attached bathrooms, furniture, fans, air cooling in some rooms, and recreation spaces. |
| Cafeterias and Food Courts | Multiple hygienic dining options within the campus providing a variety of cuisines catering to diverse cultural tastes and balanced nutrition, including rooftop and indoor cafes. |
| Sports Complex | AICTE-approved sports infrastructure offering facilities for basketball, volleyball, football, badminton, athletics, as well as gymnasiums for fitness and wellness. |
| Outdoor & Indoor Recreation | Gymkhana with modern fitness equipment, outdoor jogging track, indoor games like table tennis, chess, and carrom available to promote student health and camaraderie. |
| Medical Facility | On-campus medical clinic staffed with qualified personnel provides basic healthcare, first aid, and health awareness programs. |
| Counseling & Wellness Center | Dedicated space for mental health support, career counseling, and stress management workshops enhancing student welfare and academic success. |
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Banking & ATM | On-campus banking facility and ATM kiosks facilitating easy cash transactions and fee payments. |
| Transportation | University-arranged transport services connecting key city points and localities to the campus. |
| Wi-Fi & Internet | Comprehensive campus-wide Wi-Fi facilitating seamless online learning, research, and communication. |
| Security & Surveillance | Round-the-clock security with CCTV coverage and on-campus security personnel ensuring student safety. |
| Student Lounges & Common Areas | Comfortable zones for informal interaction, group study sessions, and relaxation. |
The campus is designed to nurture not only academic excellence but also skills vital for holistic development such as teamwork, leadership, and ethics. Various cultural, sports, entrepreneurial, and social clubs actively engage students, creating opportunities for both personal growth and community contribution.
Established
1978
Ownership
Private
NIRF Rank
100
IIRF Rank
100
Affiliation
Bharati Vidyapeeth
Total Seats
180
Fees
6.5 Lakhs
Campus Area
4 Acres
Approved By
AICTE / UGC
Avg Package
₹7.4 LPA
Highest Package
₹18 LPA
Specialization
Marketing, Finance, Human Resource, Information Technology, International Business, Banking and Insurance, Agribusiness, Retail, Operations
| Event | Date (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| MBA Application Window Opens | October 1, 2025 |
| Application Deadline (MBA & UG) | March 31, 2026 |
| BMAT (MBA Entrance) Exam Dates | April 2026 |
| BUMAT (UG Entrance) Exam Dates | May–June 2026 |
| Shortlisting and PI Rounds | May–June 2026 |
| Final Offer/Selection List Publication | June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | June–July 2026 |
| Orientation & Induction | Last week June 2026 |
| Academic Session Commences | July 1, 2026 |
Postgraduate Programs
| Course | Duration | Specializations/Tracks | Seats | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | 2 years | General, HR, Dual (Marketing, Finance, IT, Banking & Insurance, IB, Production & Operations, Agribusiness, Retail) | 180 | Graduation + 50% + BMAT/MAHCET/CAT |
| MCA | 2-3 years | Computer Applications | 60 | Graduation + 50% + MAHCET |
Undergraduate Programs
| Course | Duration | Specializations | Seats | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBA | 3 years | General, Finance, Marketing, Banking & Insurance | 180 | 12th/PUC Pass + BUMAT |
| BCA | 3 years | Computer Applications (Industry-aligned) | 180 | 12th/PUC Pass + BUMAT |
Doctoral Programs
| Course | Duration | Streams | Intake | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PhD | Variable | Management, Computer Applications | Varies | PG + Entrance/JRP |
Key Program Features:
Dual specialization in MBA (choose any two from 8+ electives)
Internships, live industry projects, capstone assignments
Certification modules: SAP, Six Sigma Green Belt, Bloomberg, Digital Marketing
Stepwise Process (MBA/PG):
Eligibility Check: Graduation with ≥50% marks.
Entrance Exam: BMAT mandatory (university’s own test); MAH CET or CAT score considered for select quotas. UG programs: BUMAT.
Application Submission: Online form, upload scanned academic records, entrance score, ID, SOP.
Shortlisting: BMAT/BUMAT rank and academic performance weighted for shortlist.
Group Discussion (GD): Teamwork, business logic, and communication evaluated.
Personal Interview (PI): Career focus, motivation, domain awareness, and fit assessed by panel.
Merit List Announcement: Based on cumulative score; includes category quotas and scholarship eligibility.
Offer & Fee Payment: Confirmation with tuition deposit; counseling support for loan/scholarship/hostel options.
Verification & Onboarding: Document check, hostel allocation, orientation, preparatory bridge courses.
| Stage | MBA/PG Weightage |
|---|---|
| Entrance Exam | 50% |
| Academic Record | 20% |
| GD/PI | 20% |
| Profile/SOP | 10% |
Undergraduate (BBA/BCA): Same structure with BUMAT as entrance but no GD/PI for most categories; direct merit for top scorers.
Reservation: All India/State and category-wise quotas (OBC, SC/ST, EWS), plus scholarships for top performers.
| Program | Annual Tuition (₹) | Total Fees (₹) | Hostel + Mess (₹/2 years) | Exam/Registr. (₹/yr) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | 2,95,000–3,25,000 | 5.9–6.5 Lakhs | 2.4 Lakhs | ~20,000 |
| BBA | 1,50,000 | 4.5 Lakhs | 2 Lakhs | ~15,000 |
| BCA | 90,000–1,00,000 | 2.7 Lakhs | 2 Lakhs | ~12,000 |
| MCA | 1,25,000–1,75,000 | 3.5 Lakhs | 2 Lakhs | ~15,000 |
Fee paid semester-wise (two installments/year)
Scholarships (5-25% fee waiver) available for top scorers, EWS, merit, category.
Hostel has single/double/triple occupancy, AC/non-AC options.
Education loan tie-up with HDFC, Axis, SBI.
IMED Pune Placement Highlights (2025):
Placement Rate: Consistently >95%
Highest International Package: ₹54 Lakhs per annum (2025)
Highest Domestic Package: ₹18 Lakhs per annum
Average Package: ₹7.4 Lakhs per annum
Median Package: ₹7.65 Lakhs per annum (NIRF, 2024)
Key Recruiters: TCS, Wipro, Infosys, Cognizant, Accenture, Genpact, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, L&T Infotech, HIL, Coca Cola, Berger, Justdial, Thomas Cook, IMRB, BASF, Reliance, HDFC, Allstate, HIL, Bajaj Finserv
Placement Cell: Dedicated career counseling and training centre, including resume clinics, mock interviews, aptitude sessions
| Year | Placement % | Highest Package (₹ LPA) | Avg Package (₹ LPA) | Median (₹) | No. of Recruiters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 97 | 54 (Intl), 18 (Dom) | 7.4 | 7.65 | 250+ |
| 2024 | 95 | 12 (Intl), 13 (Dom) | 7.4 | 7.65 | 220+ |
| 2023 | 95 | 14 (Intl), 11 (Dom) | 6.7 | 7.01 | 200+ |
Sector-wise Placement Split:
| Sector | % Students Placed |
|---|---|
| IT/ITeS | 26 |
| BFSI | 19 |
| Consulting | 18 |
| FMCG/Retail | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| E-commerce | 6 |
| Others | 8 |
Roles Offered: Business Analyst, Management Trainee, HR Analyst, Relationship Manager, Digital Marketer, Credit Analyst, Operations Specialist, Data Analyst
Internships: 8-12 week summer internships mandatory, with top stipends reaching ₹60,000/month. Average stipend: ₹20,000+/month with partners like HDFC, ICICI, Genpact, Infosys.
