SICSR Pune MBA IT: key details at a glance
SICSR (Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research) is a constituent institute of Symbiosis International (Deemed University), located at Model Colony, Pune. Its MBA-IT is a full-time, four-semester postgraduate programme combining management subjects with information technology and technology-enabled business applications.
Admission route: SNAP registration alone is not enough. Applicants must also select and register for SICSR's MBA-IT programme, meet the graduation eligibility and attend the institute's GE-PI process if shortlisted.
Data note: dates shown below are for the SNAP 2026 admission cycle; the fee table is the official 2026–28 batch schedule. Always recheck the institute notice before payment.
What does SICSR's MBA in Information Technology offer?
The programme is designed for graduates who want to work where business decisions, software, data and IT operations meet. It is not simply a software-development degree and it is not a conventional general MBA without a technology focus.
Specialisations listed by SICSR
| Specialisation | What the area covers | Relevant career direction |
|---|---|---|
| Banking and Financial Markets | Technology-led banking, digital transactions and financial-market systems. | Fintech operations, banking technology, business analysis in financial services. |
| Data Analytics | Data analysis, analytics methods and using information to support business decisions. | Data/business analyst, analytics consulting and reporting roles. |
| IT Infrastructure Management | Enterprise infrastructure, information security, IT risk and infrastructure operations. | IT operations, infrastructure management, technology risk and service delivery. |
| Software Process Management | Software processes, requirements, quality assurance and project/process management. | Software project coordination, quality/process analysis and business systems roles. |
The current programme overview highlights these four strategic pillars. SICSR's course structure and specialisation availability should be checked for the intake you join; do not assume every elective is offered every year.
What will students study?
The published programme structure includes technology and management foundations such as relational database management, software engineering and agile practices, IT-enabled management, business statistics for data analysis, digital marketing, enterprise resource planning, Python, PHP, web development frameworks and research methodology. Specialisation courses then deepen the chosen area. Refer to the latest semester-wise course catalogue for the exact current curriculum.
View official MBA-IT programme structure ↗ · Official programme overview ↗
SICSR MBA IT admission dates 2027
The institute's MBA-IT admission schedule currently lists the following SNAP 2026 cycle dates. SICSR marks the schedule as tentative and says changes will be reflected on its website.
Important: The dates above are the institute's published tentative schedule, not independently guaranteed dates. Check the official admission schedule before booking travel or paying fees.
SICSR MBA IT eligibility and selection process
Who is eligible?
- A bachelor's degree from a recognised university or an Institution of National Importance.
- At least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent grade.
- 45% aggregate marks or equivalent grade for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe applicants, as stated on SICSR's eligibility page.
The institute's published MBA-IT intake is 60 students. Applicants should read the current university and institute rules for final-year status, documents and category-specific conditions before submitting the application.
How does SICSR select MBA-IT students?
- Register for SNAP: Complete the SNAP test application and appear for the test.
- Register separately for SICSR: Select SICSR and the MBA-IT programme in the institute/programme registration process and pay the applicable programme fee.
- Check the shortlist: SICSR publishes the list of candidates called for the next stage based on SNAP performance.
- Attend GE and PI: Shortlisted candidates book a slot and participate in the Group Exercise and Personal Interaction.
- Check the merit list: Follow the merit-list, offer acceptance and fee-payment instructions issued by SICSR.
The published 2025–27 programme document described the final composite score as SNAP 50%, GE 10% and PI 40%. Treat that weighting as the previous published batch's criterion; confirm the 2027 intake's selection weightage in the current admission notice.
SICSR Pune MBA IT fees 2026–28: complete fee breakup
For Indian students, SICSR's published 2026–28 fee schedule sets the academic fee at ₹2,85,000 per instalment for four instalments. The institute deposit is an additional refundable ₹20,000, payable with the first instalment.
| Payment stage | Academic fee | Other charge | Amount payable | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 – first instalment | ₹2,85,000 | ₹20,000 refundable institute deposit | ₹3,05,000 | At admission |
| Year 1 – second instalment | ₹2,85,000 | — | ₹2,85,000 | 25 November 2026 |
| Year 2 – first instalment | ₹2,85,000 | — | ₹2,85,000 | 25 June 2027 |
| Year 2 – second instalment | ₹2,85,000 | — | ₹2,85,000 | 25 November 2027 |
| Total | ₹11,40,000 | ₹20,000 refundable | ₹11,60,000 | Excludes hostel, mess and personal costs |
Hostel and mess charges: Model Colony campus
The official fee page lists first-year Model Colony campus charges below. Hostel fees vary by sharing type; the figure below is the published three-sharing option. Mess and hostel rates can change.
| Accommodation cost | First-year amount | Payment detail |
|---|---|---|
| Hostel fee – three sharing | ₹1,23,200 | Payable at admission |
| Mess fee | ₹1,19,600 | ₹59,800 + ₹59,800 instalments |
| Hostel deposit | ₹20,000 | Refundable; first instalment |
| First-year hostel + mess + deposit | ₹2,62,800 | For three-sharing option only |
Budget planning: Combining the published academic fee and refundable institute deposit (₹11.60 lakh) with first-year three-sharing hostel, mess and refundable hostel deposit (₹2.628 lakh) gives ₹14.228 lakh as a planning subtotal before second-year hostel/mess charges, taxes, travel, laptop and personal expenses. Hostel and mess fees may rise by up to 15% each year; second-year charges are communicated later. This is not a fixed all-inclusive two-year cost.
SICSR MBA IT placements: latest official figures
The latest MBA-IT-specific figures located in SICSR's official Placement Report Batch 2025 are labelled PG Placement Details: 2023–2025. The report records an average annual compensation of ₹5,97,622 and highest annual compensation of ₹8,40,000 for MBA-IT.
| Placement metric | MBA-IT reported figure | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Placement report | Batch 2025; PG data for 2023–25 | Latest MBA-IT-specific report found on SICSR's placement page |
| Highest annual compensation | ₹8,40,000 (₹8.40 LPA) | Highest figure reported for MBA-IT in this report |
| Average annual compensation | ₹5,97,622 (about ₹5.98 LPA) | Average reported compensation for MBA-IT |
| Number placed / eligible students | Not stated in this report's MBA-IT table | Do not infer a placement percentage from this report |
How to interpret this: Compare the ₹5.98 LPA average with the ₹11.40 lakh academic fee and your likely living costs, not only with the highest package. SICSR's 2025 report does not publish the MBA-IT placed/eligible student count in its MBA-IT table, so a programme-specific placement rate cannot be calculated from this document.
The institute says PG students typically enter internships after the third semester for 4–6 months. The placement report also says an average of 50+ companies participate each year; that is an institute-wide statement, not a count of recruiters exclusively hiring MBA-IT students.
Download SICSR Placement Report Batch 2025 ↗ · SICSR placement statistics ↗
What is the SICSR Pune MBA IT SNAP cutoff?
SICSR's official MBA-IT pages state that candidates are shortlisted through SNAP and then called for GE-PI. The official pages reviewed do not publish a fixed numeric SNAP cutoff or a guaranteed percentile for MBA-IT.
For that reason, this page does not present an unofficial percentile as an official cutoff. Your shortlist depends on the admission cycle and the institute's selection process. A SNAP score or percentile by itself does not guarantee an offer: the institute also considers the subsequent selection stages and final merit list.
Student takeaway: Apply to SICSR through the separate institute registration even after registering for SNAP. Track the official shortlist rather than relying on coaching-site cutoff predictions.
Is SICSR Pune MBA IT worth considering?
It may suit you if…
- You want a management qualification with a clear IT, analytics, infrastructure or software-process orientation.
- You are interested in roles such as business analyst, data analyst, quality analyst, application/software process roles or IT project coordination.
- You are comfortable with a technology-heavy curriculum that includes databases, programming foundations and IT-enabled business subjects.
Think carefully if…
- You want a broad general-management MBA with no technology specialisation.
- Your main decision depends on a high salary outcome: the latest official MBA-IT average reported is about ₹5.98 LPA, not a guaranteed individual salary.
- You need a confirmed all-inclusive hostel cost: the institute lists different accommodation types and revises hostel/mess charges separately.
Other SICSR admission routes: do not confuse the programmes
SICSR also lists other postgraduate programmes, including MBA (Digital Transformation) and MBA (Technology Management) in its programme portfolio. These are separate programmes with their own eligibility, fee pages, curriculum and admission information. This page covers MBA (Information Technology); do not apply the MBA-IT fee or placement figures automatically to another SICSR programme.
SICSR Pune MBA IT: frequently asked questions
1. What is the total academic fee for SICSR MBA IT 2026–28?
The official fee schedule lists ₹2.85 lakh for each of four instalments, making the two-year academic fee ₹11.40 lakh. A refundable institute deposit of ₹20,000 is charged with the first instalment, so the academic fee plus institute deposit is ₹11.60 lakh. Hostel, mess, taxes and personal expenses are separate.
2. What is the first instalment payable after admission?
The first academic instalment is ₹2.85 lakh and the refundable institute deposit is ₹20,000. The total shown for the first instalment is therefore ₹3.05 lakh. Check the offer letter for the actual payment deadline and payment instructions.
3. Is hostel and mess fee included in SICSR MBA IT fees?
No. SICSR lists hostel and mess charges separately. For the Model Colony campus, the published 2026–27 three-sharing hostel fee is ₹1,23,200, mess is ₹1,19,600 and refundable hostel deposit is ₹20,000. These add up to ₹2,62,800 for the first year under that accommodation option. Other sharing types cost differently.
4. What is the SNAP cutoff for SICSR Pune MBA IT?
SICSR's official MBA-IT admission pages do not state a fixed numeric cutoff. The institute says SNAP is used for shortlisting candidates for GE-PI. Avoid treating unofficial predicted percentiles as a confirmed cutoff or admission guarantee.
5. Is SNAP compulsory for SICSR MBA IT admission?
Yes. SICSR's stated selection route uses the Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP), followed by Group Exercise and Personal Interaction for shortlisted applicants. You must also complete SICSR's separate programme registration; SNAP registration alone does not complete the institute application.
6. Can I apply to SICSR MBA IT without separately registering with SICSR?
No. The institute schedule separately lists the SICSR registration and payment closing date. Complete the SNAP form and the SICSR programme application, selecting MBA-IT, within the relevant deadlines.
7. What is the eligibility for SICSR MBA IT?
A graduate from a recognised university or Institution of National Importance with at least 50% marks or equivalent grade is eligible under the published criteria. The stated minimum is 45% for SC/ST applicants. Check the institute's current eligibility notice for documentation and any updated university rules.
8. What is the intake for SICSR MBA IT?
SICSR's MBA-IT eligibility page lists an intake of 60 students. The same page outlines reservation provisions; applicants should consult the official page for the exact category-wise rules applicable to their application.
9. What are the specialisations in SICSR MBA IT?
The current SICSR programme overview highlights Banking and Financial Markets, Data Analytics, IT Infrastructure Management and Software Process Management. The institute may update course offerings, so verify the specialisation choices and availability for your joining batch before deciding.
10. What is the average package of SICSR MBA IT?
SICSR's Placement Report Batch 2025 reports average annual compensation of ₹5,97,622 (about ₹5.98 LPA) for MBA-IT under PG Placement Details 2023–2025. This is the published programme-specific average in that report, not a salary guarantee for every student or the current incoming batch.
11. What is the highest package of SICSR MBA IT?
The same official report lists the highest annual compensation for MBA-IT as ₹8,40,000 (₹8.40 LPA) for the 2023–2025 PG placement data. Compare this with the average and the programme fee; the highest offer is not representative of every student's outcome.
12. What is the placement percentage at SICSR MBA IT?
The latest MBA-IT table in SICSR's 2025 placement report gives average and highest compensation but does not show the eligible-student and placed-student counts for MBA-IT. Therefore, a reliable MBA-IT placement percentage cannot be calculated from that report. Do not substitute the institute-wide 100% placement assistance statement for a verified MBA-IT placement rate.
13. What kind of jobs can I get after SICSR MBA IT?
SICSR's stated programme outcomes refer to application programmer, business analyst, quality analyst and data analyst roles, along with technology and project-management capabilities. Actual roles depend on your specialisation, technical skills, internships, interview performance and the recruiters hiring in your graduating year.
14. Does SICSR MBA IT require a technical or engineering background?
The published eligibility criterion asks for a recognised bachelor's degree and the required marks; it does not restrict admission to engineering or computer-science graduates. However, the curriculum includes IT and programming-related subjects, so applicants from non-technical backgrounds should be prepared to build comfort with databases, software concepts and quantitative subjects.
15. Is SICSR MBA IT the same as SICSR MBA Digital Transformation?
No. MBA-IT and MBA-DT are distinct programmes at SICSR. Their curriculum, fee structure, admission details and placement reporting can differ. This page's ₹11.40 lakh academic fee and MBA-IT placement figures should not be used as the MBA-DT figures.
16. When does the SICSR MBA IT 2027 programme start?
The currently published MBA-IT admission schedule lists 1 June 2027 as the programme commencement date. SICSR describes its dates as tentative, so confirm the date in the final admission communication before making travel or accommodation arrangements.
Official SICSR sources used for this page
Programme-specific information is linked to the institute's own pages and documents. Use these links to recheck dates, fees and policy updates for your intake.
Last checked against the official SICSR pages and report available for the 2026–28 fee schedule and SNAP 2026 admission cycle. Where SICSR has not published a numeric cutoff or a programme placement percentage, this page says so rather than estimating one.