The comparison highlights some of the most reputed business schools in India, along with the exams they accept, approximate program fees, average CTC, and the safe scores needed to stay competitive during admissions.

• High ROI institutes still exist
Colleges like FMS Delhi and TISS Mumbai have relatively low fees but offer extremely strong placement outcomes. These institutes are often considered among the best ROI MBA programs in India.

• Premium B-schools command higher fees
Institutes such as XLRI Jamshedpur, ISB Hyderabad, SPJIMR Mumbai, and MDI Gurgaon charge higher program fees but continue to deliver strong placement packages and industry exposure.

• Different exams open different opportunities
Not all top colleges rely only on CAT.
For example:

• XAT opens doors to XLRI and IMT

• SNAP is required for SIBM Pune and SCHMRD

• NMAT is needed for NMIMS Mumbai

• MICAT is required for MICA Ahmedabad

• Safe scores are extremely competitive
For many Tier-1 B-schools, aspirants typically need 97-99+ percentile in CAT or equivalent exam scores to stay competitive in the selection process.