Overview
Adichunchanagiri Institute of Business Management (AIBM), Chikmagalur, is a private un-aided management institution established in 2010. Located in Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka, the college is affiliated with Kuvempu University, Shankaraghatta. The institution is managed by the Sri Adichunchanagiri Shikshana Trust and aims to provide professional education in the fields of management, commerce, and computer applications.
Courses and Fees
AIBM offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The primary course is the Master of Business Administration (MBA), which features specializations in Finance, Marketing, and Human Resource Management. The college also offers undergraduate degrees including Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com), and Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA).
- MBA: Approximately ₹1,33,000 (Total fees)
- BBA: Approximately ₹30,000 - ₹35,000 per year
- B.Com: Approximately ₹45,000 (Total fees)
- BCA: Approximately ₹65,000 per year
Note: Fee figures are approximate and subject to change. For exact details, students should contact the college office.
Admission Process
Admission to the MBA program is based on performance in entrance examinations such as Karnataka PGCET, KMAT, or national-level exams like CAT. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST candidates from Karnataka). For undergraduate courses like BBA, B.Com, and BCA, admission is generally based on the marks obtained in the Class 12 (PUC) board examinations.
Note: Check exact dates on the official exam and college websites.
Expected Cutoff 2026 (approximate)
Note: These are approximate figures based on past trends, not official cutoffs. Check the latest official counselling cutoff before applying.
The following table shows the CAT 2025 closing ranks for various specializations at AIBM Chikmagalur:
| Branch | Category | Quota | Closing Rank (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Management | General | Category | 78.49 |
| General Management | General | General | 77.35 |
| Business Analytics | General | Category | 77.06 |
| Business Analytics | General | General | 76.9 |
| Marketing | General | Category | 76.66 |
| General Management | EWS | Category | 76.51 |
| General Management | EWS | General | 76.41 |
| General Management | OBC | Category | 76.2 |
| General Management | OBC | General | 76.09 |
| Marketing | OBC | General | 75.37 |
| Business Analytics | EWS | Category | 74.56 |
| Business Analytics | EWS | General | 74.61 |
| Marketing | OBC | Category | 74.45 |
| Business Analytics | OBC | Category | 74.41 |
| Operations | EWS | General | 74.33 |
| Business Analytics | OBC | General | 74.25 |
| Operations | EWS | Category | 74.02 |
| Human Resource | OBC | Category | 74.05 |
| General Management | SC | General | 73.65 |
| General Management | SC | Category | 72.77 |
| Business Analytics | SC | General | 71.84 |
| Marketing | SC | General | 71.79 |
| Business Analytics | SC | Category | 71.64 |
| General Management | ST | Category | 71.08 |
| General Management | ST | General | 70.56 |
| Business Analytics | ST | Category | 69.94 |
| Operations | SC | Category | 69.68 |
| Business Analytics | ST | General | 69.39 |
| Operations | ST | Category | 68.66 |
| Operations | ST | General | 67.71 |
Placements (approximate)
Note: Placement figures are indicative and not taken from the official placement report of the college. Please confirm with the college.
AIBM has a dedicated placement cell that facilitates recruitment through pre-placement talks, skill development workshops, and industry interactions. The average salary package offered to students is approximately 4.5 LPA, with the highest package reaching up to 15 LPA. Top recruiters include:
- Infosys
- Wipro
- TCS
- Capgemini
- Accenture
Campus and Facilities
The campus is located on a 50-acre site on KM Road, Chikkamagaluru. It features a green environment and modern infrastructure, including:
- Library: A well-stocked facility with over 46,000 volumes and subscriptions to numerous technical journals.
- Hostels: Separate residential facilities for boys and girls with amenities like hot water, solar heaters, and mess halls serving South Indian food.
- IT Infrastructure: Computer labs equipped with high-speed internet and software like SAP and SPSS.
- Classrooms: Smart classrooms with high-definition projectors and interactive whiteboards.
- Other Facilities: A cafeteria, sports complex for indoor and outdoor games, a gymnasium, and a seminar hall.
FAQs
Which university is AIBM Chikmagalur affiliated with?
The college is affiliated with Kuvempu University, a State Public University located in Shimoga, Karnataka.
What are the entrance exams accepted for MBA admission?
AIBM accepts scores from CAT, Karnataka PGCET, and KMAT for its MBA program.
Does the college provide hostel facilities?
Yes, the college offers separate hostel accommodation for both male and female students on or near the campus.
What is the intake capacity for the MBA program?
The sanctioned intake for the MBA program at AIBM is 60 seats.
What are the undergraduate courses available at AIBM?
The college offers BBA, B.Com, and BCA programs at the undergraduate level.
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