AIMS Institutes (Acharya Institute of Management and Sciences)

AIMS Institutes, formerly known as Acharya Institute of Management and Sciences, stands as a distinguished institution in Bengaluru, established in 1994 by visionary educationists committed to delivering quality education with a focus on skill enhancement, leadership, and ethical values . The institute holds prestigious NAAC 'A' grade accreditation and international accreditation from IACBE, USA for its business programmes, placing it among the top 60 private B-schools in India .

AIMS offers a diverse range of programmes across business management, hospitality, information technology, commerce, aviation, and social work, serving approximately 2,000 students through seven undergraduate, five postgraduate, and three doctoral programmes . The campus features modern infrastructure including industry-standard labs, a comprehensive library with over 23,000 books, advanced computer facilities, and dedicated sports amenities .

The institute maintains an exceptional placement record with over 100 recruiters including Deloitte, EY, Infosys, KPMG, and Accenture participating in campus drives . The 2024 placement season achieved an impressive 89% placement rate with the highest package reaching INR 27 LPA . The dedicated placement cell provides comprehensive training through aptitude tests, mock interviews, and skill-building workshops .

With its strategic Bengaluru location, global collaborations like the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women programme, and commitment to holistic student development, AIMS Institutes empowers graduates to become industry-ready professionals capable of excelling in dynamic global markets .

 

 

Acharya Institute of Management and Sciences Top Courses & Fees

 

AIMS offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, with the MBA being the most prominent. Note that fee figures vary across sources due to different quota systems and included components.

 

Course Name	Duration	Total Fees / Structure	Eligibility Criteria
MBA / PGDM	2 years	Appx. ₹9.59 Lakh total (tuition + development fee, excl. hostel).   Alternative source range: ₹6.12 Lakh – ₹6.58 Lakh.	Bachelor's degree with 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/Category 1); valid PGCET score (gov quota) or CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA/KMAT (institute quota).
MCA	2 years	Appx. ₹3.35 Lakh to ₹3.50 Lakh total.	Undergraduate degree with 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST).
BBA	3 years	Appx. ₹2.45 Lakh to ₹3.51 Lakh total.	Class 12 pass from a recognised board.
BHM (Bachelor of Hotel Management)	4 years (incl. 1-year paid internship)	Appx. ₹5.26 Lakh total.	Class 12 in any stream + personal interview.
BCA	3 years	Appx. ₹2.70 Lakh to ₹2.80 Lakh total.	Class 12 pass; merit-based admission.

B.Com

3 years

Appx. ₹1.42 Lakh to ₹1.52 Lakh total.

Class 12 pass; merit-based admission.

 

Acharya Institute of Management and Sciences Scholarships

 

AIMS has a structured scholarship programme, with the Smt. Nagarathnamma Scholarship being the most prominent. Scholarships are subject to eligibility, documentation, and seat availability.

 

 

Scholarship Name	Eligibility Criteria	Award Amount
Smt. Nagarathnamma Scholarship	90% or above in Class 12 (for UG) or graduation (for PG).   Maximum 2 candidates per programme.	100% tuition fee waiver.
AIMS Merit Scholarship	90% or above in the qualifying exam.   Maximum 2 candidates per programme.	50% tuition fee waiver.
AIMS Scholarship for Sports	Recognised District/Zonal/State/National level sports performer.   Minimum 60%+ in the qualifying exam.	90% waiver for National/State level.   50% waiver for District/Zonal level.

SC/ST Karnataka Students	Karnataka domicile students belonging to SC/ST categories.	25% tuition fee waiver.
Defence & Armed Forces	Indian citizens with a defence background.	12% tuition fee waiver.

 

Acharya Institute of Management and Sciences Placements

 

Placement outcomes vary significantly by programme and source, with the MBA and BHM streams showing the most activity.

 

Highest Package: Reports vary. For the MBA Class of 2025, one source cites ₹23 LPA, while another reports ₹16.5 LPA for the overall institute. The BHM programme reports a highest of

₹27 LPA. Student reviews mention figures ranging from ₹8 LPA to ₹32 LPA depending on the batch.

 

Average Package: The MBA average for 2025 is reported at ₹8 LPA. BBA and MCA averages are lower, at approximately ₹3.5 LPA and ₹5.5 LPA respectively. The BHM average is around

₹3.5 LPA.

 

Placement Rate: The MBA Class of 2025 recorded 84% placement. Student reviews suggest overall placement rates between 70% and 89% across programmes.

 

Companies/Recruiters: Recruiters include TCS, Accenture, Tech Mahindra, Infosys, Wipro, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Flipkart, PhonePe, and hospitality brands like Oberoi, Hyatt, and Radisson for BHM students.

 

Acharya Institute of Management and Sciences Admission

 

Entrance Exams: MBA admission is entrance-based, accepting Karnataka PGCET (for government quota) or CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA/KMAT (for institute quota). Other programmes are largely merit-based on the qualifying exam, often followed by an interview.

 

Application Process:

Apply online via the AIMS website. Application fees are ₹1,500 for MBA, ₹750 for other PG courses, and ₹500 for UG courses.

For MBA, submit entrance exam scores. For other courses, submit academic transcripts.

Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview or selection process. For MBA, this includes an SOP, AI-based interview, SWOC presentation, and panel interview.