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Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research Admission 2025: Courses, Application Process

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• Updated on 27 Oct, 2025 by Priya Soni

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Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research, Kota, offers various undergraduate and postgraduate courses across management, commerce, computer applications, science, arts and education. The two-year full-time MBA is the institute’s flagship programme, recognised by AICTE and affiliated with Rajasthan Technical University, Kota. The course follows a dual specialisation model, has an intake of 60 seats. Applicants must hold a graduation degree with at least 50% marks (45% marks for reserved categories).

 

The Master's in Social Work (MSW) is affiliated with the University of Kota, taught in both English and Hindi. Undergraduate programmes affiliated with the University of Kota include BBA, BCA, B.Com, BA and B.Sc (PCM). All UG courses require a minimum of 45% marks in 10+2. The institute also offers a two-year (NCTE-approved) B.Ed programme, open to candidates with a graduation or post-graduation degree. The D.El.Ed diploma, affiliated with the Department of Elementary Education, Bikaner, requires 50% marks in 10+2.

 

The XAT 2026 application form was released on 10th July 2025, and the exam is scheduled to be held on 4th January 2026. Eligible candidates can apply exclusively through online mode, as no offline option is available. The Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) is a university-level entrance exam conducted annually by XLRI Jamshedpur in computer-based (CBT) mode.

 

Table of Contents

  1. Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research Important Dates 2025
  2. Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research UG Admission 2025
  3. Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research PG Admission 2025
  4. Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research Education Diploma Admission 2025
  5. Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research Application Process 2025
  6. Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research Admission FAQs

 

Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research Important Dates 2025

Events

Dates

CAT 2025 Notification

27 July 2025

CAT 2025 Registration Starts

1 August 2025 (10 AM)

CAT 2025 Last Date to Register

20 September 2025 (5 pm)

CAT Admit Card 2025 Download

5 - 30 November 2025

CAT 2025 Exam Date

30 November 2025

Release of CAT 2025 Answer Key/Response Sheet

1 week of December 2025

Challenging the CAT Answer Key 2025

Till 1st week of December 2025

CAT Result Declaration

1st week of January 2026

XAT Online Registration Starts

10 July 2025

XAT Last Date to Apply

5 December 2025

XAT Application Correction Window

December 2025

XAT Admit Card Release

20 December 2025

XAT 2026 Exam Date

4 January 2026

 

Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research UG Admission 2025

Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research offers full-time undergraduate (UG) programs in Commerce, Science, Arts, Business Administration, and Computer Applications. The UG courses have a duration of 3 years and are open to students who have passed Class 12 with at least 45% marks. Admissions are based on merit in the qualifying examination.

Program

Duration

Eligibility

Seats

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

3 Years

10+2 with 45% marks

70

Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA)

3 Years

10+2 with 45% marks

70

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)

3 Years

10+2 with 45% marks

80

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

3 Years

10+2 with 45% marks

80

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc - PCM)

3 Years

10+2 with 45% marks

70

Bachelor of Education (B.Ed)

2 Years

Graduation or post-graduation with 50% marks (45% for reserved categories)

100

 

Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research PG Admission 2025

Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research offers postgraduate programs in Management and Social Work. Admission to the MBA course is based on national-level entrance exams such as CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, or GMAT, followed by counseling. For the MSW course, admission is merit-based on graduation marks.

Program

Duration

Eligibility

Seats

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

2 Years

Graduation with 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) + valid CAT/ XAT / CMAT / MAT / ATMA / GMAT score

60

Master of Social Work (MSW)

2 Years

Graduation with at least 48% marks (relaxation as per norms)

50

 

Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research Education Diploma Admission 2025

Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research also provides professional teacher education programs at the diploma level. Admissions are based on academic merit and eligibility as per government and NCTE norms.

Program

Duration

Eligibility

Seats

Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed)

2 Years

10+2 with 50% marks

50

 

Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research Application Process 2025

Candidates must follow the steps given below to apply for any programme at the Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research:

  • Visit the institute’s official website https://okedu.in/
  • Click on ‘Application Form’ and fill out the form with personal, academic and course-related details.
  • Attach the required documents and recent passport-size photographs.
  • Pay the prescribed application fee and submit the completed form online.
  • Download and print a copy of the submitted form for future reference.

 

XAT 2026 Registration

  • XLRI Jamshedpur has released the XAT 2026 application form on July 10, 2025. The registration can be completed only through online mode—no offline option is available.
  • To begin, candidates must first create XAT login credentials. The registration process is divided into three stages. Once logged in, applicants should fill in the form with personal, contact, and academic details.
  • Candidates must upload correct documents, including a recent photograph and signature, to avoid form rejection.
  • In case of errors, a correction window will be provided for making necessary changes.
  • The last date to submit the XAT 2026 application form is likely December 5, 2025. After submission, it is advised to download and keep a printout of the form for future reference during the admission process.
  • Registration fee of XAT 2026 is same for all category candidates.
  • Online facility is available to submit the fee.
  • INR 2,200 is the application fee for all candidates.
  • Online payment gateways such as Debit Cards (Rupay/ Visa / Master Card / Maestro), Credit Cards, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Cards/ Mobile Wallets) are available.

The following table represents the application fee for various categories:

Category

Application Fee

XAT Application Fee (without late fee)

INR 2,200

Candidates interested in XLRI programmes need to pay an additional fee

INR 200 for each program

Indian Candidates applying for GMP through GMAT

INR 2,500

NRI/Foreign Candidates applying for 1 or more programs through GMAT

INR 5,000

 

Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research Admission FAQs

What MBA specialisations are offered at the Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research?

Om Kothari Institute provides an MBA course with dual specialisations. It is a two-year full-time programme approved by AICTE and affiliated with Rajasthan Technical University, Kota.

What are the eligibility criteria for the MBA programme at Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research?

Candidates must hold a graduation degree with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate (45% for reserved category candidates) and a valid score in CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT or GMAT exams.

How can I apply for admission at Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research?

The candidates must complete the application form, attach the required documents and submit it online or on campus. Documents include academic mark-sheets, ID proof, photos and other relevant certificates.

Who are the top recruiters at Om Kothari Institute of Management and Research?

The major recruiters are Amazon, IBM, ICICI Bank, Reliance, Flipkart, HDFC Bank, SBI, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Bandhan Bank, Unacademy, and Allen, among others.