Overview

School of Management Sciences (SMS), Varanasi, also known as SMS Varanasi, is a private management institute established in 1995. Located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, it operates from a single urban campus. The institution is approved by AICTE and affiliated with Banaras Hindu University. It holds a NAAC accreditation Grade 'B' awarded in 2020. The official website is https://www.smsvaranasi.ac.in.

Quick Facts

• Founder: Late Prof. Hari Shankar Dubey
• Director/Principal: Dr. Naveen Singh
• Student Count: Approximately 1200 (UG & PG)
• Departments/Faculty: 5 departments with 45+ faculty members
• Contact Info: Phone: +91-541-2360300, Email: info@smsvaranasi.ac.in
• NAAC Grade: B (2020)
• NIRF Rank: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01

Courses & Programs

School of Management Sciences offers courses mainly under the Management faculty. Key programs include:

• BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) - 3 years, Regular mode
• MBA (Master of Business Administration) - 2 years, Regular mode
• PhD in Management - Duration varies, research-based

Other courses and distance/online modes are not offered as per official sources.

Admissions

• Mode: Merit-based and entrance test (university-level)
• Accepted Exams: Common University Entrance Test (CUET), and institute-specific entrance tests
• Admission Timeline: Notification from April-May, admissions by June-July
• Process:
  1. Apply online at SMS Admission Portal
  2. Appear for entrance test (if applicable)
  3. Merit list publication and counseling
  4. Document verification and fee payment (online/offline)

Eligibility

• BBA: 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 50% marks
• MBA: Graduation in any discipline with minimum 50% marks
• PhD in Management: Master’s degree in Management or related fields with at least 55% marks
• Documents: Mark sheets, certificates, identity proof, entrance test scorecard (if any), passport size photos

Fee & Scholarships

• Fees (approximate): BBA: ₹1,20,000 per year; MBA: ₹1,50,000 per year (tuition + examination)
• Hostel Fees: ₹30,000 - ₹40,000 per year
• Scholarships: Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates, merit-based scholarships available (Govt Scholarship Portal)

Placements

• Placement rate: ~75% of eligible students
• Average CTC: ₹4.2 LPA; Highest CTC: ₹8 LPA
• Top recruiters: HCL, TCS, ICICI Bank, HDFC, Bajaj Finance
• Dedicated placement cell with online and offline training
• Placement Cell Contact: placement@smsvaranasi.ac.in
• Internships are mandatory and industry-linked

Campus & Facilities

• Boys and girls hostels with mess facilities
• Modern computer and management labs
• Well-stocked library with digital resources
• Sports facilities including basketball, badminton, cricket
• Free Wi-Fi across campus
• On-campus healthcare and first aid
• College transport available within city routes
• Clubs for cultural, tech, and entrepreneurial activities; annual fest 'SMS Utsav'

Faculty & Research

• Faculty includes PhD holders from reputed universities
• Research centers focused on Business Analytics and Rural Management
• Recent AICTE grants received for research projects (2023)
• Active MoUs with industries and academic institutes for collaborative projects

Rankings

• NAAC: B Grade (2020), Official Report
• NIRF and QS rankings are currently not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Cut-offs and seat matrix published annually on official admission page
• Category-wise cut-offs vary yearly; general range for MBA 50-70 percentile in entrance test

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi (~25 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Varanasi Junction (~10 km)
• Local Transit: City buses, auto-rickshaws, taxis available for commute to campus

FAQs

1. Q: What is the admission procedure for MBA?
   A: Apply online, appear for entrance test or submit CUET score, attend counseling, then document verification and payment.
2. Q: Is hostel accommodation compulsory?
   A: No, but available for outstation students with mess facilities.
3. Q: Does SMS Varanasi offer distance education?
   A: No, only regular mode courses are available.
4. Q: Are scholarships available for SC/ST students?
   A: Yes, government and merit-based scholarships are provided.
5. Q: What is the school's NAAC accreditation grade?
   A: NAAC Grade B, awarded in 2020.
6. Q: What is the average package for MBA graduates?
   A: Approximately ₹4.2 LPA.
7. Q: Can I apply offline for admissions?
   A: Online application is preferred; offline forms may be available on request.
8. Q: Where can I find the prospectus and admission forms?
   A: Available at https://www.smsvaranasi.ac.in/admissions.
9. Q: Are internships mandatory?
   A: Yes, internships form an essential part of the curriculum.
10. Q: Who can I contact for placement queries?
    A: Email: placement@smsvaranasi.ac.in, Phone: +91-541-2360310