HPU-MAT Admission 2025 Online Form | MBA Application at HPUBS & Regional Centre Dharamshala

Total Number of Seats

The total number of seats available for the MBA program are distributed between the Himachal Pradesh University Business School (HPUBS) and the H.P. University Regional Centre, Dharamshala.

At HPUBS, there are a total of 120 seats in the MBA program. Out of these, 60 seats are under the subsidized category, and 60 seats are under the non-subsidized category.

At the H.P. University Regional Centre, Dharamshala, the number of seats in the MBA program is 30. This MBA program at the Regional Centre is a Self-Financing course.

Therefore, the combined total number of MBA seats across these two institutions is 120 + 30 = 150 seats.

Common Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for admission to the MBA program at Himachal Pradesh University Business School (HPUBS) and H.P. University Regional Centre, Dharamshala are as follows:

• Candidates must possess any first bachelor’s degree from a university established by law in India with at least 50% marks.
• For Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates, the minimum required marks in their bachelor’s degree are 45%.
• Candidates who are appearing for their final examination of their Bachelor Degree in March/April 2025 are also eligible to apply for the HP University Management Aptitude Test (HPU-MAT). However, their final selection is contingent upon satisfying the eligibility conditions. They will need to submit their degree completion certificate at the time of the group discussion/interview.
• Regarding age limit, the maximum age limit is 26 years for boys and 28 years for girls as on the 1st of July of the year concerned. For SC/ST candidates (both boys and girls), the maximum age limit is 29 years as on the 1st of July of the year concerned.
• The Vice-Chancellor has the authority to grant age relaxation up to a maximum of six months, with the reason for relaxation recorded in writing.
• The age bar does not apply in the case of Non-subsidized seats, defence personnel, and State/Government of India nominees.
• For admission to the MBA program at the HPU Regional Centre Dharamshala, candidates also need to appear in the HPU-MAT conducted by HPUBS. Any graduate with the aforementioned minimum percentage of marks is eligible.

It’s important to note that the admission to the MBA program is based on merit, which includes Application Rating, Management Aptitude Test, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview.

General Selection Process

The selection process for the MBA program at Himachal Pradesh University Business School (HPUBS) and H.P. University Regional Centre, Dharamshala is based on merit, which takes into account several factors. The key components of the selection process are:

• Application Rating (30 Marks): This constitutes 10% of the percentage of marks obtained in each of the following examinations: matriculation (10th grade), 10+2 (12th grade), and graduation.
• Management Aptitude Test (HPU-MAT) (50 Marks): Candidates are required to appear for the HPU-MAT, which is an objective-type test consisting of Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ). The HPU-MAT will assess candidates in four sections: General Knowledge, English Language Skills, Reasoning and Numerical Skills, and Business Environment Awareness, with approximately fifty questions in each section. There is no negative marking in the HPU-MAT. The performance in the HPU-MAT is the primary basis for shortlisting candidates for the subsequent stages. The HPU-MAT score is applicable for MBA admissions at both HPUBS and H.P. University Regional Centre, Dharamshala.
• Group Discussion (GD) (10 Marks): Candidates who qualify based on their HPU-MAT scores will be called for a Group Discussion.
• Personal Interview (PI) (10 Marks): Following the Group Discussion, shortlisted candidates will undergo a Personal Interview.

The final merit list for admission to the MBA program is compiled by considering the weightage of marks obtained in Application Rating, HPU-MAT, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview. Separate merit lists will be prepared for the subsidized and non-subsidized categories of seats. Candidates applying for non-subsidized seats will compete among themselves, and the same applies to candidates applying for subsidized seats.

It is important to note that candidates must fulfill the minimum eligibility criteria, which includes holding a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates) from a recognized university. Candidates appearing for their final year of graduation in March/April 2025 are also eligible to apply for the HPU-MAT, but their final selection is contingent upon meeting the eligibility conditions, and they must submit their degree completion certificate at the time of the group discussion/interview.

The selection process for foreign students is different; they are generally exempted from the entrance test but have to appear before the Department Council for counseling. Their eligibility for admission is decided by the departmental council.

How to Apply for Application

To apply for the HPU-MAT 2025 for MBA admissions at Himachal Pradesh University Business School (HPUBS) and H.P. University Regional Centre, Dharamshala, you need to submit an online application.

Here are the key steps and details based on the provided sources:

• Online Application: You must apply via the online mode.
• Application Window: The online application window is open from April 11, 2025, to May 24, 2025. The last date for applying online is specifically mentioned as May 24, 2025.
• Websites for Application: You can access the online application through either of the following websites:
• www.nadmissions.hpushimla.in
• www.hpuniv.ac.in
• Handbook of Information: For more detailed information, you should visit the university websites: www.hpuniv.ac.in or www.nadmissions.hpushimla.in. The Handbook of Information will provide further details.
• Separate Application for Regional Centre: Students interested in the MBA program at the Regional Centre, Dharamshala, should also apply separately using a form available at the Regional Centre. However, it is also mentioned that candidates seeking admission at the HPU Regional Centre Dharamshala MBA (Self-Financing) Programme are required to appear in the HPU-MAT conducted by HPUBS.
• Contact Information: For any queries, you can contact 0177-2831653, 2833652 or email at hpubsdirector@gmail.com.

It’s important to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before applying, which includes having a graduation degree with the required percentage of marks (50% for general, 45% for SC/ST). Candidates appearing for their final year can also apply provisionally but need to submit their degree completion certificate at the time of the group discussion/interview.

Application Fee

The application fee varies based on the category of the candidate and whether they are applying for subsidized, non-subsidized, or both types of seats. The fee structure is as follows:

• General Category:
• For Subsidized only: ₹ 1000/-
• For Non-Subsidized only: ₹ 1000/-
• For Both (Subsidized & Non-Subsidized): ₹ 1500/-
• SC/ST/EWS Category:
• For Subsidized only: ₹ 500/-
• For Non-Subsidized only: ₹ 500/-
• For Both (Subsidized & Non-Subsidized): ₹ 750/-

Age Criteria

The maximum age limit for applying to the MBA program is generally 26 years for boys and 28 years for girls as on the 1st of July of the year concerned. However, there are some exceptions:

• For SC/ST candidates (both boys and girls), the maximum age limit is 29 years as on the 1st of July of the year concerned.
• The age bar does not apply in the case of Non-subsidized seats, serving or retired defence personnel, and State/Government of India nominees.
• The Vice-Chancellor has the authority to grant age relaxation up to a maximum of six months, with the reason for relaxation recorded in writing.
• The age limit for the admissions of foreign students has been relaxed as per the decision of the University from time to time.

It’s important to note that these age limits are as of the 1st of July of the concerned year, which would be 2025 for the HPU-MAT 2025 admissions.