Army Institute of Management & Technology (AIMT), Noida

Overview

Army Institute of Management & Technology (AIMT), Greater Noida, is one of the best Business Schools in the Delhi NCR region. It offers both UG and PG courses, with BBA and General MBA degrees, in addition to a unique MBA - Analytics degree program. It is well known for its emphasis on startup culture, with over 15% of its students becoming entrepreneurs. Its location in Greater Noida places it close to the industrial and financial hubs of Noida and Delhi.

AIMT, Greater Noida, has a strong Placement Cell. The highest CTC offered in the most recent placement season was INR 11 LPA, and the lowest was INR 4.5 LPA. Prominent recruiters (for both internships and final placements) include Tata AIG, Indus Valley Partners, DTDC, Deloitte, and Accenture, with the highest salaries offered by HDFC Bank and Property Pistol. The Placement Cell works with new MBA students from Day 1 to incorporate practical elements in the curriculum, and ensure that students are well trained for the final interview rounds.

In addition to extensive academic facilities (IT-enabled classrooms and computer labs), AIMT, Greater Noida, also has world class sports amenities for both indoor and outdoor sports. The residential campus has hostels for male and female students, and a shopping center on campus. Student Clubs and Associations organize regular events on the AIMT campus, from Arm Utsav (the annual cultural festival) to Sports Meets, business plan competitions, and placement training sessions (soft skills and mock interviews).

Highlights

Fees

The fee structure for BBA and MBA students of Army Institute of Management & Technology, Greater Noida, is as follows:

• MBA and MBA - Analytics: INR 5.29 Lakh for the entire 2 year course.
  • Tuition fee: INR 1.06 LPA.
  • University charges: INR 20,000 per year (paid to GGSIPU, Delhi).
  • Security Deposit: INR 10,000 (paid at the time of admission to the University).
  • Student Activity fee: INR 1,000 per year.
  • Health Insurance (Vidhyarthi Suraksha Kavach): INR 250.
  • Other Fees: INR 93,000.
  • Hostel Fees: INR 85,956 per year.
• BBA: INR 6.61 Lakh for the entire 3 year course.
  • Tuition fee: INR 79,178 per year.
  • University charges: INR 20,000 per year (paid to GGSIPU, Delhi).
  • Security Deposit: INR 10,000 (paid at the time of admission to the University).
  • Student Activity fee: INR 1,000 per year.
  • Health Insurance (Vidhyarthi Suraksha Kavach): INR 375.
  • Other Fees: INR 92,600.
  • Hostel Fees: INR 85,956 per year.

Admissions

The eligibility criteria for admission to AIMT Noida, are as follows:

• BBA:
  • The applicant must have a Standard 12 pass certificate from any recognized Board of Higher Secondary Education.
  • The aggregate of the top 4 subjects must exceed 50%.
  • A pass grade or mark in English is compulsory.
• MBA:
  • The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree from any recognized Institution, with a minimum aggregate of 50% (or 45% for reserved category candidates, as per the AICTE norms).
  • As an alternative, the applicant must have passed the final examination of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India or England, or the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.

The admission procedure has the following steps:

• BBA:
  • The applicant must submit the (online or offline) application form.
  • The candidate may choose between two entrance tests: CET (conducted by GGSIPU) or CUET (UG), conducted by the National Testing Agency.
  • After the merit list for both examinations is prepared, the Institute will invite a certain number of students to join the BBA program. Successful candidates may indicate their acceptance of the offer by paying the first semester’s fees and completing the academic registration procedure.
• MBA:
  • After completing the online application procedure, candidates must submit the valid scorecard from the CAT, CMAT, or GGSIPU CET.
  • The first round of seat allocation takes place based only on the CAT score. If all the seats are filled in this round, the procedure ends. If not, another round of allocation based on the CMAT score takes place. If there are still seats open, the score in the GGSIPU CET will be considered.

Placements

As one of the top MBA colleges in India, the placement highlights  of AIMT Noida are as follows: 

• The highest CTC offered was INR 11 LPA, and the lowest CTC was INR 4.5 LPA.
• The companies offering the highest salaries were Austrin Solutions, HDFC Bank, and Property Pistol.
• Other prominent recruiters were Puma, Colliers, Attero Recycling, Polyfilms, Tata AIG, Indus Valley Partners, DTDC, Deloitte, and Accenture.
• AIMT Noida has several best practices in place to ensure robust placements:
  • Academic and Corporate Advisory Council: This has intellectuals from different industry verticals, and acts as a bridge between employers and students.
  • Internship program: This ensures adequate industry exposure, and all students must complete a summer internship. Winter internships are also encouraged.
  • Value Added programs: These professional certifications and training programs allow students to enhance their CVs.
  • Industrial Collaborations: AIMT, Greater Noida, signs MoUs with various organizations (e.g. India Exposition Mart) to interact with representatives of different companies through a single platform.
  • International exposure: AIMT Noida sets up annual global visits to other MBA colleges abroad. For example, Westford School of Management, Dubai, was one of the recent international partners.
  • Employability Enhancement Program: This is a comprehensive training course that aims to equip the students of AIMT with all the skills they need to succeed in the placement season, from mock interviews to English communication skills, and Group Discussion training to personality development and soft skills.

Cut-Offs

The only cut-offs related to the BBA and MBA programs at Army Institute of Management & Technology, Greater Noida, are based on the percentage in the qualifying examination. Both BBA and MBA aspirants must have a minimum aggregate of 50% in the Standard XII or UG examinations, or 45% for reserved category candidates. MBA students are admitted based on the CAT, CMAT, and CET percentile. However, this is only decided after all the seats are filled. The cut-off is the percentile score of the last student to accept his/her admission offer.

Faculty & Alumni

AIMT Noida is home to 14 full time Faculty members. Out of these, one is an Associate Professor, and the remaining are all Assistant Professors. They are divided into four categories based on the main specializations offered: Human Resources, Finance, Marketing, and Operations. AIMT also has a strong network of Visiting Professors and Guest Lecturers, drawn both from alumni of the Institute and distinguished industry professionals in the Delhi NCR region.

The Alumni of AIMT, Greater Noida, are employed in senior management positions in India and abroad. There are three flagship event categories organized by the Alumni Cell: the HR Conclave, Leadership Conversations (a series of guest lectures by distinguished alumni), and Guest Sessions, where current students can approach alumni for mentorship. The Alumni Cell also facilitates professional networking among graduates of AIMT, where alumni working in different fields can work together and access new competencies.

Scholarships

As in other top MBA colleges in India, there are multiple financial aid options available to students of AIMT Noida. There are six main scholarship schemes:

1. Tata Memorial Scholarship: This is awarded at the beginning of the second year, to the two students with the best performances in the first year of study. The first ranker receives INR 20,000, and the second receives a scholarship of INR 15,000.

2. AGIF Scholarship: Up to 24% of each batch can be awarded this honor. It is awarded at the time of entry to AIMT, and the amount is INR 40,000 per year.

3. DLF Raghvendra Scholarship: This is offered to students based on financial need; for those whose family income is less than INR 1.8 LPA. It takes the form of a partial or complete tuition fee waiver.

4. Financial Assistance to EWS students: This is awarded based on financial need, and is subject to the norms set down by GGSIPU University, Delhi.

5. Chief of Army Staff (for the all round best student): This scholarship is awarded at the time of graduation to one student, based on academic performance, extracurricular achievements, and leadership potential. It carries an amount of INR 25,000 and a rolling trophy.

6. Academic Excellence Scholarships: The top rankers in each year get awards of INR 20,000, INR 15,000 and INR 10,000 respectively.

Preparation & FAQs

Applicants to the BBA program at AIMT must appear for the CUET-UG examination, or it's equivalent, and MBA aspirants must appear for the CAT, CMAT, or CET. BBA aspirants can complete their preparation by completing multiple mock tests to understand the format. However, students who attempt the CAT should consider a long term classroom training program for at least a year, due to the higher difficulty and level of competition.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Which is the best Business School in Greater Noida?

AIMT Noida is one of the best MBA colleges in India, and is a contender for best Business School in Greater Noida. It is ranked #54 among all Private Business Schools in India, according to the IIRF 2024 ranking list.

Q. What are the advantages of the MBA - Analytics course provided by AIMT, Greater Noida?

AIMT provides a unique MBA - Analytics course in addition to the General MBA. This aims to train students in cutting edge Data Analytics techniques, and graduates have job opportunities as Business Analysts and Management Trainees, in addition to the other placements they can expect as MBA degree holders.

Q. Which professional certification courses are offered by AIMT, Greater Noida, to its MBA students?

MBA students of AIMT, Greater Noida, can enhance their CVs by enrolling in professional training programs like Microsoft Office Suite, MOOC courses, Business Communication, and Professional Etiquette.

Q. Which specializations are offered to MBA students of Army Institute of Management & Technology, Greater Noida?

MBA students of AIMT, Greater Noida, can choose from among four specializations: Human Resource Management, Finance, Marketing Management, and Operations / Supply Chain Management.