Top 3 MBA/PGDM Colleges in Visakhapatnam, Ranked on Official Data
Reviewed monthly · last reviewed 1 Oct 2026 · list last changed 19 Oct 2026
| # | College | Think Grads Rating | NAAC grade (CGPA) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam | 4.5/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | — | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| 2 | Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences | 3.9/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.48) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
| 3 | Vignan’s Institute Of Information Technology | 3.7/5 based on 3 of 6 factors | A+ (3.4) | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh |
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 looks at academic standing, student demand, approvals and standing, outcomes and value, and transparency. Only official data is used, and each college is compared with every college in India offering the same course. Visakhapatnam has 7 rated MBA/PGDM colleges. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position.
1. Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam
Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam is at position 1 with a Think Grads Rating of 4.5. It is the only college on this list ranked in NIRF 2025, at rank 29 in the management category. It scores above 97% of compared colleges on academic standing and above 93% on official disclosures. On approvals and standing it scores above 54% of compared colleges.
Good fit if you want a college with a NIRF management rank and strong standing on academic and disclosure measures.
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2. Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences
Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences, a private college in Visakhapatnam, is at position 2 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.9. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.48, valid until 1 May 2029. It scores above 86% of compared colleges on academic standing. On approvals and standing it is above 54% of compared colleges, and on official disclosures above 32%.
Good fit if you prefer a private college with a NAAC A+ grade and a high academic standing score.
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3. Vignan's Institute Of Information Technology
Vignan's Institute Of Information Technology, a private college in Visakhapatnam, is at position 3 with a Think Grads Rating of 3.7. NAAC graded it A+ with a CGPA of 3.4, valid until 11 Jul 2029. It scores above 80% of compared colleges on academic standing. On approvals and standing it is above 54% of compared colleges, and on official disclosures above 32%.
Good fit if you want a private college with a NAAC A+ grade valid until 2029 and a solid academic standing score.
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How the top three compare
The top three differ mainly in academic standing and disclosures. Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam has a NIRF 2025 management rank of 29, while the other two are not NIRF-ranked in this pack. NAAC gave Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences a CGPA of 3.48 and Vignan's Institute Of Information Technology 3.4, both at A+. On official disclosures, the IIM is above 93% of compared colleges and the other two above 32%. All three are above 54% on approvals and standing.
How to choose, and your chances
Use this list as a starting point, then match it with your own entrance rank, category and budget. Before applying, check each college's official closing ranks and its approvals on the 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. Ratings run from 1.0 to 5.0 and were last reviewed in October 2026.
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 Visakhapatnam?
Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam is ranked #1 on this list with a Think Grads Rating of 4.5. It is also ranked 29 in the NIRF 2025 management category.
How many MBA/PGDM colleges in Visakhapatnam are rated by Think Grads?
Think Grads has rated 7 MBA/PGDM colleges in Visakhapatnam. This page lists the top three of them, ordered by NIRF rank where available and otherwise by the Think Grads Rating.
Which colleges are in the top three for MBA/PGDM in Visakhapatnam?
The top three are Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam (4.5), Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences (3.9) and Vignan's Institute Of Information Technology (3.7). The ranking uses official data only.
What is the NAAC grade of Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences?
NAAC graded Anil Neerukonda Institute Of Technology & Sciences A+ with a CGPA of 3.48. The accreditation is valid until 1 May 2029.
What is the NAAC grade of Vignan's Institute Of Information Technology?
NAAC graded Vignan's Institute Of Information Technology A+ with a CGPA of 3.4. The accreditation is valid until 11 Jul 2029.
How does Think Grads rank MBA/PGDM colleges?
Colleges in NIRF's national top 100 for the category come first in NIRF order, and the rest follow by the Think Grads Rating. The rating uses official data on academic standing, demand, approvals, outcomes and transparency.
Can a college pay to get a better position on this list?
No. Colleges cannot pay to be listed or to change their position. Think Grads uses official data only and compares each college with every college in India offering the same course.
How often is this MBA/PGDM list updated?
The list is reviewed every month when new official data arrives. The current version was reviewed in October 2026.