Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai emerges as top private B-school in Tamil Nadu in IIRF MBA Ranking 2025

IIRF Business School Tamil Nadu Ranking 2025: The IIRF MBA Ranking 2025 has unveiled the top B-Schools (Pvt) of Tamil Nadu, with Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai taking the top spot, followed by Loyola Institute of Business Administration (LIBA), Chennai, and VIT Business School, Vellore at 2nd and 3rd positions, respectively.

These institutions have not only established themselves as the best B-Schools (Pvt) of Tamil Nadu in India but also stand out among the top B-Schools (Pvt) in the nation, becoming the leading choices for MBA aspirants in Tamil Nadu.

Great Lakes Institute of Management (GLIM), Chennai, established in 2004, has continued to set the benchmark for management education.

The institute, accredited by AMBA, AACSB, SAQS, and NBA, and approved by AICTE, offers a range of postgraduate courses, including its flagship PGDM and PGPM programs.

GLIM has earned a stellar reputation for its industry-oriented approach, world-class faculty, and strong placement record.

Admission to its programs is based on entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, and others. In 2023, the highest salary offered to its graduates was ₹46 LPA for the PGDM course and ₹34 LPA for the PGPM program.

For 2024, the highest salary package is ₹39.30 LPA for PGPM and ₹37 LPA for PGDM.

The institute has consistently maintained a 100% placement record, with top recruiters like Accenture, Cognizant, Deloitte, EY, Amazon, and Swiggy.

Loyola Institute of Business Administration (LIBA), Chennai, has earned its position as one of the top B-Schools (Pvt) of Tamil Nadu.

Established in 1979, LIBA offers a variety of programs, including a two-year full-time PGDM program, part-time options, and doctoral programs.

The PGDM course is one of the most sought-after business management programs in Tamil Nadu. LIBA's admission process for PGDM is entrance-based through CAT and XAT, while other programs follow merit-based admissions.

LIBA achieved 100% placement in 2023-2024, with the highest salary package of ₹21 LPA and an average salary of ₹11.21 LPA.

The institute's strong industry connections were evident in the diverse set of recruiters, including JPMC, Crisil, Barclays, Deloitte, and Cognizant.

Notably, 42% of the 59 recruiters were new companies, underscoring LIBA's industry relevance.

VIT Business School (VITBS), Vellore, has also solidified its place as one of the top 10 B-Schools (Pvt) of Tamil Nadu in India.

Established in 1994, VIT Business School is part of the prestigious VIT University. It offers BBA, MBA, and PhD programs, with the MBA being the flagship course.

The admission process for VITBS is based on merit and various entrance exams such as MAT, XAT, CAT, and GMAT.

In the MBA placements of 2023, VITBS saw the highest salary package of ₹15 LPA, with an average salary of ₹9.68 LPA.

Some of the top recruiters at VITBS include HDFC, CITI, and ICICI Securities, highlighting the growing industry recognition of this institute.

As per the IIRF MBA Ranking 2025, the top private B-Schools of Tamil Nadu remain leaders in management education, shaping the future of business leadership and consistently ranking among the best in both the state and India.

TOP 10 B-SCHOOLS (PVT) OF TAMIL NADU- 2025

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