GBS Kolkata offers a two-year full-time Post Graduate Diploma in Management and a Post Graduate Diploma in Management – Business Analytics. Both programs are approved by the AICTE. The college also offers an MBA (Global) in collaboration with the Malaysia University of Science & Technology (MUST). MUST was established in collaboration with MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), USA, and is also a member of the AIU (Association of Indian Universities).
Admission to Globsyn Business School is based on scores obtained in any of the national entrance exams, CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT or ATMA, followed by Globsyn Admission Test (GAT), Personal Interview and Group Discussion. The fees for PGDM and PGDM - Business Analytics programs is INR 8.95 lakh each.
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.
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GBS Kolkata Admission 2025
The PG courses offered by GBS Kolkata are PGDM, PGDM - Business Analytics and MBA (Global). Candidates are required to complete graduation with 50% or more marks from a recognised institute and hold a valid score in entrance exams, CAT/ XAT / CMAT / MAT / ATMA to be eligible. They must also appear for GAT (Globsyn Admission Test), Group Discussion and Personal Interview.
Programs | Duration | Eligibility | Selection | Fees |
PGDM | 2 years | Bachelor’s degree from an institute recognised by AIU or UGC with 50% or more marks (Candidates who are in their final year are also eligible to apply) | Valid CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT or ATMA score + Globsyn Admission Test (GAT) + Personal Interview + Group Discussion | INR 8.95 lakh |
PGDM - Business Analytics | 2 years | Bachelor’s degree from an institute recognised by AIU or UGC with 50% or more marks (Candidates who are in their final year are also eligible to apply) | Valid CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT or ATMA score + Globsyn Admission Test (GAT) + Personal Interview + Group Discussion | INR 8.95 lakh |
MBA (Global) | 2 years | Bachelor’s degree or its equivalent | Valid CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT or ATMA score + Globsyn Admission Test (GAT) + Personal Interview + Group Discussion | INR 8.75 lakh |
GBS Kolkata Application Process 2025
The following are the steps to apply to Globsyn Business School:
- Visit GBS Kolkata’s website at www.globsyn.edu.in.
- Click on ‘Apply Now’.
- Enter full name, email address and phone number and then select the state and course to register. If the account is already registered, then log in directly using the existing credentials.
- Upload the documents as specified by the college.
- Pay the application fee and submit the form.
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:
GBS Kolkata Admission FAQs
What PG courses are offered by GBS Kolkata?
GBS Kolkata offers MBA (Global), PGDM and PGDM - Business Analytics as PG courses.
What is the fees for the MBA program at GBS Kolkata?
The total fees for the MBA (Global) program at GBS Kolkata is INR 8.75 lakh for 2 years. Meanwhile, the fees for PGDM and PGDM - Business Analytics is INR 8.95 lakh, each.
What is the placement of GBS Kolkata?
During the 2024 GBS Kolkata placements, the highest package offered was INR 18.33 lakh per annum. The average package stood at INR 7.39 lakh per annum.
Who are the top recruiters at GBS Kolkata?
The top recruiters at GBS Kolkata are PwC, Deloitte, HDFC Bank, Exide Industries, IDFC First Bank, Dabur, Asian Paints and Ferrero India.
Is GBS Kolkata private or government?
GBS Kolkata is a private institute.
What is the ranking of GBS Kolkata?
GBS Kolkata is one of the leading Management colleges in the country. GBS Kolkata has been ranked 31st in the IIRF MBA Rankings 2025. It was also 150th by Outlook under the ‘MBA’ category in 2023.