SRMS IBS Admission 2025: Courses, Fees, Eligibility & Application Process

Shri Ram Murti Smarak International Business School (SRMS IBS), established in 2011 in Lucknow, is a premier management institute affiliated with AKTU Lucknow and approved by AICTE. The institute offers undergraduate programs like BBA and BCA, along with its flagship two-year MBA + PGP program with dual specialisation options in Finance, Marketing, HR, and Operations. The institute provides programs at fees starting from INR 2,12,100 for UG courses and INR 3,10,064 for the MBA + PGP program. Admissions are based on merit and scores in national-level entrance exams such as CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, SNAP, ATMA, GMAT or UPTAC.

CAT 2025 registration started on August 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM and will close on September 13, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Admit cards will be available for download from 5 November to 30 November 2025. The CAT 2025 exam is scheduled for 30 November 2025, and the results are likely to be announced in the first week of January 2026. The CAT application fee has been revised to INR 2,600 for General category candidates and INR 1,300 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.

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.

SRMS IBS Important Dates 2025

SRMS IBS UG Admission 2025

SRMS IBS Lucknow provides undergraduate programs including Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA). Both programs are of three years’ duration and are open to candidates who have completed their 10+2 or equivalent qualification. The total fee for BBA and BCA programs is INR 2,12,100 each.

SRMS IBS PG Admission 2025

SRMS IBS Lucknow offers a flagship two-year MBA + PGP program with dual specialization options in Finance, Marketing, HR, and Operations. This program is approved by AICTE and affiliated with AKTU Lucknow. The total program fee is INR 3,10,064 for two years. Admission is based on academic performance and entrance exam scores such as CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, SNAP, GMAT, ATMA, or UPTAC.

SRMS IBS Application Process 2025

Candidates can follow the steps below to apply to the SRMS Institute of Business Studies (SRMS IBS), Lucknow:

1. Visit the Official Website: Navigate to the admissions section.
2. Register Online: Create an account using a valid email ID and phone number.
3. Fill out the Application Form: Enter accurate personal and academic details.
4. Upload Required Documents: Provide scanned copies of necessary documents, including mark sheets and ID proof.
5. Submit Entrance Exam Scores: Upload a valid scorecard for accepted exams like CAT, MAT, or CMAT.
6. Wait for Merit List: Shortlisted candidates will be notified via a merit list for further counseling and admission.

CAT 2025 Registration

How to Register:

• Visit the official CAT website to register online.
• Use a valid and unique email ID and mobile number to start the process.
• After registering, you’ll receive a User ID and Password to log in and fill the application form.

Key Guidelines:

• You can complete the form in multiple sessions — your progress will be saved automatically.
• Review all details carefully before submitting the application fee. No changes are allowed after payment.
• Incorrect or incomplete forms may be rejected.
• SC/ST/PwD candidates must upload valid certificates. Category changes cannot be made after registration.
• A short correction window will be available after registration closes for limited time only.

CAT 2025 Registration Fee

• The registration fee for CAT 2025 must be paid online only.
• Candidates can choose from SBI ePay or BillDesk payment gateways.
• The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
• The application fee is required to be paid only once, regardless of the number of IIMs or other institutions candidates are applying to.

How to Register for CAT 2025 Exam

Follow the steps below to complete CAT 2025 registration:

• Visit the Official Website.
• Click on ‘New Candidate Registration’: Begin by selecting the New Registration option.
• Generate OTP: Enter basic details to receive a One-Time Password (OTP) for verification.
• Complete Basic Registration: Fill in the Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, and Mobile Number. Ensure all details are accurate — these cannot be edited later.
• Login to Complete the Application: Use the provided User ID and Password to log in and access the application form.
• Fill in Detailed Information:
  • Personal Details
  • Academic Qualifications
  • Work Experience (if any)
  • Programme Preferences
  • Test City Choices
• Pay the Application Fee: Choose the preferred payment gateway and complete the payment process.
• Submit & Save: After successful payment, submit the form and download a copy of the filled application 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.

How to Apply for XAT 2026

Step-by-step procedure to fill the XAT 2026 form is given below:

• Visit the official XAT website (link provided above).
• Click on the “Register” button on the homepage.
• Begin registration by entering your basic details.
• After registration, you’ll receive login credentials.
• Use those credentials to log in to your account.
• Complete the application form with your personal, academic, and communication details.
• Choose your preferred XLRI programme and select any two test cities.
• Upload the required scanned documents in the specified format.
• Click on the “Submit” button to move to the payment section.
• Go to the “Payment” tab and select a suitable online payment method.
• Pay the application fee through the available gateways.
• Review all the filled information carefully.
• Click on “Final Submit” to complete the application process.
• Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

XAT 2026 Required Documents List

• Signature
• Passport size photograph (Recent)
• Below are the dimensions and size of the required documents:

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