SSN School of Management – [SOM], Chennai Admission Process

SSN School of Management Admission 2026

SSN MBA Program

(Formerly, SSN School of Management, MBA Program)

Website: https://som.snuchennai.edu.in/

Landing page: https://mba.snuchennai.edu.in/

Admission Process

The admission process commences with the submission of an online application through the official portal.

Shortlisting of applicants is based on consistent academic record and scores obtained in any of the below admission tests.

All India admission tests – CAT/XAT/CMAT/MAT/ATMA/NMAT 

or 

State level admission tests conducted by the respective State Governments/ State Higher Education Boards/ State Authorized Universities – TANCET (TN), ICET (AP & Telangana), KMAT (Kerala), PGCET (Karnataka), MAH MBACET (Maharashtra)  etc. conducted for 2026 season. However, admission tests conducted by Private Associations in any of the states are not accepted and recognized. 

Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a selection process involving Group Discussion, Essay Appreciation and Personal Interview. The process will be held online and selected students will be invited to campus at a later date for a review with the academic board to make a final decision regarding the admission. This will help applicants to review the infrastructure, faculty profile, placement records etc. to make a final decision and sign off the admission process with admission acceptance.

Admission will be granted based on the rank list prepared with suitable weightages for past academic records, all India/ State level admission test scores, GD, Essay and Personal Interview scores.

For the international admissions, GMAT can be considered in place of all India admission tests.

Candidates with 12+ months work experience in a reputed company will get up to 10% relaxation in the admission test scores.

Selection criteria/ eligibility/ selection process

Eligibility

Academic Eligibility

X, XII, UG > 60%. A full time UG program in 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 format is a must. We prefer students with consistent academic records.

Admission Test Eligibility

Preferred pattern of scores followed for admission eligibility are listed below.

• CAT/XAT/CMAT > 60 percentile
• MAT/ATMA > 80 percentile
• NMAT 200+ scores 
• TANCET/ Other State Level Admission Tests > 80 percentile 

An applicant can apply to the program with an admission test score (even if their scores are little lower than above) and can update the same application form with any number of admission tests (held after the submission of the online form) to improve the chances of getting an invite for the selection process.

The applicants are expected to take multiple all India/ state level admission tests so that their qualification level increases. An applicant will be allowed to update a single application form (even after submission to the institution) with multiple admission tests during the entire admissions season 2026.

Work Experience Professionals:

Applicants with 12+ months work experience (with relevant profile) can get a relaxation up to 10 percentile points in admission test scores. 

However all academic eligibility remains the same.

Admission tests accepted

CAT 2025

XAT 2026

CMAT 2026

ATMA 2026

MAT 2025-26 (Sept 2025, Dec 2025, Feb 2026 and May 2026)

NMAT 2026

TANCET 2026 (TN State Level Admission Test)

State Level Admission Tests of respective States (example, ICET of AP, KMAT of Kerala)

Applications from all states (including Tamil Nadu) are accepted based on all India admission tests.

Selection Process

Shortlisting of applicants is based on consistent academic record and scores obtained in any of the below admission tests.

All India admission tests – CAT/XAT/CMAT/MAT/ATMA/NMAT 

or 

State level admission tests conducted by the respective State Governments/ State Higher Education Boards/ State Authorized Universities – TANCET (TN), ICET (AP & Telangana), KMAT (Kerala), PGCET (Karnataka), MAH MBACET (Maharashtra)  etc. conducted for 2026 season. However, admission tests conducted by Private Associations in any of the states are not accepted and recognized. 

Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a selection process involving Group Discussion, Essay Appreciation and Personal Interview. The process will be held online and selected students will be invited to campus at a later date for a review with the academic board to make a final decision regarding the admission. This will help applicants to review the infrastructure, faculty profile, placement records etc. to make a final decision and sign off the admission process with admission acceptance. 

Admission will be granted based on the rank list prepared with suitable weightages for past academic records, all India/ State level admission test scores, GD, Essay and Personal Interview scores.

For the international admissions, GMAT can be considered in place of all India admission tests.

Candidates with 12+ months work experience in a reputed company will get up to 10% relaxation in the admission test scores.

Residential Status of the Program:

The SNU MBA program is a mandatory residential program. The residential status of the program helps you in creating excellent peer group learning and inter-personal dynamics which are key to the success of your career journey. The campus boasts the modern day infrastructure with excellent academic ambience. The student success stories built over the last twenty six batches resonate the campus and can be largely attributed to the residential nature of the program.

The School takes care of the academic and social well being of the students. The program is highly rigorous as it serves as a finishing school for the graduates who find the career of their choice.

SSN School of Management MBA Admission 2026 – FAQs

1. What program is offered under SSN School of Management for 2026?

SSN School of Management offers a full-time MBA Program (formerly known as the SSN School of Management MBA Program) for the 2026 admission cycle.

2. Is the SSN MBA a residential program?

Yes, the SSN MBA is a mandatory residential program. The residential format promotes peer learning, collaboration, leadership development, and holistic personality growth, which are critical for long-term career success.

3. How can I apply for SSN MBA Admission 2026?

Candidates must submit an online application through the official admissions portal:

👉 https://admissions.ssn.edu.in/

4. What is the basic academic eligibility for the MBA program?

Applicants must have:

• Minimum 60% marks in Class X, Class XII, and Undergraduate degree

• A full-time UG degree in 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 format

• A consistent academic record is preferred

5. Which entrance exams are accepted for SSN MBA Admission 2026?

SSN accepts both All India and State-level admission tests.

All India Tests:

• CAT 2025

• XAT 2026

• CMAT 2026

• MAT (Sept 2025, Dec 2025, Feb 2026, May 2026)

• ATMA 2026

• NMAT 2026

State-Level Tests:

• TANCET (Tamil Nadu)

• ICET (AP & Telangana)

• KMAT (Kerala)

• PGCET (Karnataka)

• MAH MBA CET (Maharashtra)

Note: Admission tests conducted by private associations are not accepted.

6. What are the preferred cutoff scores for admission tests?

Preferred eligibility benchmarks are:

• CAT / XAT / CMAT: 60 percentile and above

• MAT / ATMA: 80 percentile and above

• NMAT: 200+ score

• TANCET / Other State-Level Tests: 80 percentile and above

Applicants with slightly lower scores may still apply and update scores later.

7. Can I apply before receiving my entrance exam results?

Yes. Candidates can apply with available scores and update the same application with multiple test scores later to improve their chances during the 2026 admission season.

8. Is work experience mandatory for admission?

No, work experience is not mandatory.

9. Is there any relaxation for candidates with work experience?

Yes. Candidates with 12+ months of relevant work experience in a reputed organization can receive up to 10 percentile relaxation in admission test scores. Academic eligibility criteria remain unchanged.

10. What is the selection process after shortlisting?

Shortlisted candidates will undergo:

• Group Discussion (GD)

• Essay Appreciation

• Personal Interview (PI)

The initial process is conducted online.

11. Is there an on-campus interaction after selection?

Yes. Selected candidates will be invited to campus for a final academic board review, allowing them to interact with faculty, review infrastructure, placements, and make an informed admission decision.

12. How is the final admission decision made?

Admission is granted based on a composite rank list, considering:

• Past academic performance

• Entrance test scores

• GD, Essay, and PI performance

13. Are international applicants eligible to apply?

Yes. For international admissions, GMAT scores can be considered in place of Indian entrance exams.

14. Are applications accepted from students outside Tamil Nadu?

Yes. Applications are accepted from all states across India, primarily through All India admission test scores.

15. Why should I choose a residential MBA at SSN School of Management?

The residential MBA offers:

• Immersive learning environment

• Strong peer-to-peer engagement

• Leadership and interpersonal skill development

• Rigorous academic training aligned with industry needs

• A proven track record of successful alumni over 26 batches