KIITEE Exam FAQ's

A significant event, the KIITEE Management Exam 2026 is a crucial step in your journey to the KIIT School of Management (KSOM) and KIIT School of Rural Management (KSRM) for admission to MBA and MBA-RM programs. This detailed FAQ guide addresses your most common queries about eligibility, registration, exam pattern, syllabus, and the admission process.

Top Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the KIITEE Management Exam?

The KIITEE Management Exam is a national-level entrance test conducted by KIIT University for admission to MBA and MBA-RM (Rural Management) programs offered at KSOM and KSRM.

2. Is KIITEE different from KIITEE Management?

Yes, there is a distinction. KIITEE (general) is a gateway to various UG/PG programs, while KIITEE Management is specifically for MBA admissions, ensuring a clear understanding of the two.

3. When will KIITEE MBA 2026 be conducted?

The exam is usually held in the last week of January. The exact dates will be released in the official notification in October 2025.

4. How can I apply for KIITEE MBA 2026?

You can conveniently apply online through the official KIIT School of Management website: https://ksom.ac.in. Fill in. The eligibility criteria are designed to be inclusive.  The form, upload documents, and pay the fee.

5. What is the eligibility for KIITEE 2026?

You must have a graduate degree (minimum 50% marks) in any discipline from a recognized university. Final-year students are also eligible to apply.

6. What is the application fee for KIITEE MBA?

The application fee is typically Rs. 1,250/-. It can be paid online using net banking, a credit card, or a debit card.

7. What is the exam pattern of KIITEE MBA 2026?

The comprehensive exam consists of 160 multiple-choice questions across five sections: Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, Analytical Reasoning, General Knowledge, and Issues of Social Concern. It lasts 150 minutes, and the marking scheme is +3 for correct answers and -1 for incorrect ones.

• Quantitative Aptitude
• Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension
• Analytical Reasoning
• General Knowledge
• Issues of Social Concern

Duration: 150 minutes
Marking Scheme: +3 for correct, -1 for incorrect answer

8. Is KIITEE MBA an online or offline exam?

The exam is computer-based (CBT) at designated test centers across India.

9. What is the syllabus for KIITEE MBA 2026?

The syllabus includes:

• Arithmetic, Algebra, Data Sufficiency (Quant)
• Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension (Verbal)
• Logical puzzles, Series, Statements (Reasoning)
• Current Affairs & Static GK (GK)
• Public Policy, Social Issues, Sustainability (Social Concern)

10. When will the admit card be available?

Rest assured, the admit cards are usually released 3 to 5 days before the exam. You must download and print it from the official website.

11. When will KIITEE MBA 2026 results be declared?

Results are expected in the first week of February 2026. You can access them via your login credentials on the official portal.

12. What is the selection process after the exam?

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for GD (Group Discussion), PI (Personal Interview) rounds in February–March 2026. Final selection is based on:

• KIITEE score
• Academic performance
• GD/PI results
• Work experience (if any)

13. Can I apply using CAT, XAT, GMAT, or CMAT scores?

KIIT also accepts CAT/XAT/CMAT/MAT/GMAT scores. You can apply using these exams instead of taking the KIITEE MBA.

14. What is the total intake for the MBA program?

KIIT School of Management (KSOM) offers around 240 seats, and KIIT School of Rural Management (KSRM) provides 60 seats.

15. When does the MBA academic session begin?

Classes typically start in June or July 2026 at all KIIT MBA campuses.