Top 5 MBA/PGDM Colleges in Belgaum, Ranked on Official Data
Reviewed monthly · last reviewed 1 Oct 2026 · list last changed 19 Oct 2026
| # | College | Think Grads Rating | Closing rank (General) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vsm’s Somashekhar R. Kothiwale Institute Of Technology Nipani | 3.6/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | 6,686 (Karnataka PGCET 2025) | Belgaum, Karnataka |
| 2 | K.L.S. Gogte Institute Of Technology | 3.1/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | 13,319 (Karnataka PGCET 2025) | Belgaum, Karnataka |
| 3 | Visvesvaraya Technological University | 2.5/5 based on 4 of 6 factors | 28,131 (Karnataka PGCET 2025) | Belgaum, Karnataka |
| 4 | Kls Instt. Of Mgt., Education & Research | 2.3/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | 19,684 (Karnataka PGCET 2025) | Belgaum, Karnataka |
| 5 | Rani Channamma University | 2.2/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | 27,580 (Karnataka PGCET 2025) | Belgaum, Karnataka |
How we ranked these colleges
Colleges in NIRF's national top 100 for this course's category are listed first, in NIRF order, and the rest follow by the Think Grads Rating. The rating weighs academic standing, student demand, approvals and standing, outcomes and value, and transparency, using official data only. Each college is compared with every college in India offering the same course. Belgaum has 10 rated MBA/PGDM colleges, and the top 5 are shown here. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position.
1. Vsm's Somashekhar R. Kothiwale Institute Of Technology Nipani
Vsm's Somashekhar R. Kothiwale Institute Of Technology Nipani, a private college in Belgaum, Karnataka, is at position 1 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.6. Its strongest official fact is student demand: its Karnataka PGCET 2025 closing rank for General, rest-of-Karnataka seats in the MBA programme was 6686 in round 3. On the Think Grads comparison it scores above 72% of colleges on student demand, above 54% on approvals and standing, and above 44% on official disclosures.
Good fit if you hold a strong Karnataka PGCET rank and want a college with high counselling demand.
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2. K.L.S. Gogte Institute Of Technology
K.L.S. Gogte Institute Of Technology, a private college in Belgaum, Karnataka, is at position 2 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.1. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.29, valid until 26 Dec 2027. Its Karnataka PGCET 2025 closing rank for General, rest-of-Karnataka seats in the MBA programme was 13319 in round 3. It scores above 82% of colleges on official disclosures and above 64% on academic standing.
Good fit if you value a strong NAAC grade alongside a mid-range Karnataka PGCET closing rank.
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3. Visvesvaraya Technological University
Visvesvaraya Technological University, a government university in Belgaum, Karnataka, is at position 3 with a Think Grads Rating of 2.5. NIRF ranked it 75 in the university category in 2024. NAAC graded it B+ with a CGPA of 2.73, valid until 28 Mar 2027. Its Karnataka PGCET 2025 closing rank for General, rest-of-Karnataka seats in the MBA (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) programme was 28131 in round 2.
Good fit if you want a government university with a NIRF ranking and are open to a logistics-focused MBA.
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4. Kls Instt. Of Mgt., Education & Research
Kls Instt. Of Mgt., Education & Research, a private college in Belgaum, Karnataka, is at position 4 with a Think Grads Rating of 2.3. Its Karnataka PGCET 2025 closing rank for General, rest-of-Karnataka seats in the MBA programme was 19684 in round 3. It scores above 54% of colleges on approvals and standing, above 44% on official disclosures and above 24% on student demand.
Good fit if your Karnataka PGCET rank is near 19684 and you want a private MBA option in Belgaum.
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5. Rani Channamma University
Rani Channamma University, a government university in Belgaum, Karnataka, is at position 5 with a Think Grads Rating of 2.2. Its Karnataka PGCET 2025 closing rank for General, rest-of-Karnataka seats in the MBA programme was 27580 in round 2. It scores above 82% of colleges on official disclosures, above 54% on approvals and standing, and above 13% on student demand.
Good fit if your Karnataka PGCET rank is higher and you prefer a government university.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ most in counselling demand and accreditation. Karnataka PGCET 2025 General closing ranks were 6686 for Vsm's Somashekhar R. Kothiwale Institute Of Technology Nipani, 13319 for K.L.S. Gogte Institute Of Technology and 28131 for Visvesvaraya Technological University, though the last is for a logistics MBA programme. NAAC graded K.L.S. Gogte A+ and Visvesvaraya Technological University B+. Visvesvaraya Technological University is the only one of the three with a NIRF rank, 75 in 2024. Ratings are 3.6, 3.1 and 2.5.
How to choose, and your chances
Use this list as a starting point and match it with your own rank, category and budget. Closing ranks differ by exam, category, seat type and round, so check the official counselling data for your case before applying. Also confirm each college's approvals and accreditation status on official sources. Each college on Think Grads has its own cutoff, fees and "is it genuine?" pages. The Think Grads college finder and compare tool can help you build a shortlist from these 5 colleges and the other rated colleges in Belgaum.
What changed this month
- No changes this month: the latest official data did not change the order.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the top MBA/PGDM college in Belgaum?
Vsm's Somashekhar R. Kothiwale Institute Of Technology Nipani is ranked #1 on the Think Grads Rating with 3.6 out of a scale of 1.0 to 5.0. The rating uses official data and the list is reviewed every month.
How many MBA/PGDM colleges in Belgaum are rated by Think Grads?
Think Grads has rated 10 MBA/PGDM colleges in Belgaum, and this list shows the top 5 of them. Each is compared with every college in India offering the same course, using official data only.
What was the Karnataka PGCET closing rank for Vsm's Somashekhar R. Kothiwale Institute Of Technology Nipani?
Its 2025 Karnataka PGCET closing rank for General category, rest-of-Karnataka seats in the MBA programme was 6686 in round 3. Closing ranks change every year and differ by category, so check the official counselling data for your case.
What is the NAAC grade of K.L.S. Gogte Institute Of Technology?
NAAC graded K.L.S. Gogte Institute Of Technology A+ with a CGPA of 3.29, valid until 26 Dec 2027. Its MBA closing rank for General rest-of-Karnataka seats in round 3 of PGCET 2025 was 13319.
Is Visvesvaraya Technological University ranked by NIRF?
Yes. NIRF ranked Visvesvaraya Technological University 75 in the university category in 2024. NAAC graded it B+ with a CGPA of 2.73, valid until 28 Mar 2027, and it sits at position 3 on this list.
Which government MBA colleges are on this Belgaum list?
Two government institutions appear: Visvesvaraya Technological University at position 3 with a rating of 2.5, and Rani Channamma University at position 5 with a rating of 2.2. Both are in Belgaum, Karnataka.
Can a college pay to improve its position on this list?
No. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position. Positions come from official data, with NIRF top 100 colleges listed first in NIRF order and the rest ordered by the Think Grads Rating.
How often is this Belgaum MBA list updated?
The list is reviewed every month when new official data arrives. This version was reviewed in October 2026. Always confirm current closing ranks, fees and approvals on official sources before applying.