NTPC School of Business offers Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Executive (PGDM-E) and Post Graduate Diploma in Energy Management (PGDM-EM) courses across the Management stream. The total fees of PGDM (Energy Management) and PGDM (Executive Management) is INR 16 lakh and INR 15 lakh, respectively. NTPC School of Business admissions are based on merit and entrance exams such as XAT, GMAT and CAT.
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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NTPC School of Business Admission 2025
NTPC School of Business offers PGDM courses in Energy Management and Executive Management as PG courses. The duration for each course spans over two years. Candidates are required to hold a bachelor’s degree with 50% or more marks and a valid CAT, XAT or GMAT score to be eligible. They must also appear for a personal assessment to get admission into the NSB Noida.
Course | Duration | Eligibility | Selection | Fees |
PGDM (Energy Management) | 2 years | Bachelor’s degree from a recognised institute with 50% or more marks (45% for candidates who belong to the ST, SC or Differently Abled Person (DAP) categories. (Candidates appearing for their final year examination can also apply) | INR 16 lakh | |
PGDM (Executive Management) | 2 years | Bachelor’s degree from a recognised institute with 50% or more marks (45% for candidates who belong to the ST, SC or Differently Abled Person (DAP) categories. (Working professionals must have at least three years of work experience) | Valid CAT, GMAT or XAT score + Personal Assessment | INR 15 lakh |
NTPC School of Business Application Process 2025
Students must meet the eligibility criteria set by the institute to get admission. Applicants can check out the steps below to complete the application process:
- Visit the official website at nsb.ac.in.
- Click on ‘Apply Now’.
- Register with essential details to get application credentials.
- Once registered, log in and fill out the form.
- Upload the documents specified by the college.
- Pay the application fee of INR 1,500 (INR 750 for ST/SC category candidates) 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:
NTPC School of Business Admission FAQs
What PG courses are offered by NTPC School of Business?
The PG programs offered at NTPC School of Business include PGDM in Energy Management and PGDM in Executive Management.
Does NTPC School of Business accept the CAT score for PGDM?
Yes, NTPC School of Business accepts a valid CAT score for admission into the PGDM program. The institute also accepts scores of other entrance exams like GMAT and XAT.
Is it hard to get into NTPC School of Business?
The minimum eligibility criteria for NTPC School of Business admission is to pass graduation with at least 50% marks. The aspirants also need to qualify for CAT, GMAT or XAT exams with a valid score. Students are then selected based on the personal assessment conducted by the college.
What is the highest package offered at NTPC School of Business?
The highest package offered during the NTPC School of Business placements in 2023 was INR 29 LPA. The average stood at INR 12 lakh per annum.
Is NTPC School of Business private or government?
NTPC School of Business is a government institute.
What are the fees for an MBA at NTPC School of Business?
NTPC School of Business fees for an MBA/PGDM program is INR 16 lakh for 2 years.