Directors Desk
MBA FinTech
Technological innovations are reshaping the Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance sector at a pace that is scarcely seen before, and there is a rising demand for professionals having a combination of financial knowledge and digital skills. An M.B.A. in Financial Technology (FinTech) at Symbiosis Skills and Professional University is a program created to cater to such needs.
It mixes solid management principles with the most advanced FinTech topics like digital payments, blockchain, AI-powered finance, data analytics, regulatory technology, and Global Capability Centers (GCCs). Our curriculum that is in-line with the industry, practical digital labs, and the experiential learning method are the means through which we equip our students not only with theoretical knowledge but also with practical skills that are job-ready in the BFSI and FinTech ecosystem.
At our Skills University, we are of the opinion that students should learn by doing. The experiences gained through internships, live projects, industry interactions, and skill certifications equip our students with the abilities to respond, create, and be at the forefront in the financial sector that is rapidly changing. Alongside this, the curriculum also focuses on professional ethics, leadership, communication, and lifelong learning—qualities that are necessary for future managers.
We would like to welcome passionate finance, technology, and innovation aspirants shaping the future of digital finance by joining us. Let us together leverage the power of impact, resilience, and global relevance in building our careers.
Director
Symbiosis Skills and Professional University
ADMISSION PROCESS
- Submission of Online Application
- Appear in Symbiosis Online proctored MBA Entrance Exam SKILL-CAT OR Appear in national-level / state level exam
- Shortlisting based on Normalized Percentile
- Group Discussion
- Personal Interview
- Final merit list based on Composite Score
- Tie Breaking Criteria
Seats are limited. All students are encouraged to apply in the earlier rounds. In every round preference will be given to people who have appeared for Symbiosis SKILL-CAT. Only people who have appeared in SKILL-CAT are eligible for MBA Scholarships.
For “MBA Admissions Entrance Exam Information Brochure / Booklet “ – Click Here
| S. No | Event | Date |
| I Round Admissions | ||
| 1 | Application Start Date | 1st November 2025 |
| Application End Date | 7th December 2025 | |
| Admit Card Release | 11th December 2025 | |
| 2 | Online Proctored MBA Entrance – Skill CAT Date | 13th December 2025 |
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Result Declaration | 15th December 2025 |
| Intimation of Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) dates | Within 24 hours of result declaration | |
| Conduct of GD / PI | 19th December 2025 | |
| Composite Score Merit List Declaration | Within 2 working days of GD/PI conduct | |
| Issue Of Provisional Admission Letter | Within 2 working days of Composite Score Merit List declaration | |
| Payment of fees | Within 7 working days of issue of provisional admission letter | |
| II Round Admissions | ||
| 3 | Online Proctored MBA Entrance – Skill CAT Date | 10th January 2026 |
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Result Declaration | 12th January 2026 |
| Intimation of Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) dates | Within 24 hours of result declaration | |
| Conduct of GD / PI | 16th January 2026 | |
| Composite Score Merit List Declaration | Within 2 working days of GD/PI conduct | |
| Issue Of Provisional Admission Letter | Within 2 working days of Composite Score Merit List declaration | |
| Payment of fees | Within 7 working days of issue of provisional admission letter | |
SKILL CAT – EXAM STRUCTURE
Total Duration: 60 minutes
Total Marks: 50
Question Type: MCQ – Single Select
Sections (4 total):
| Section | No. of Questions |
| Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension | 13 (7 VA + 6 RC) |
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Logical Reasoning
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13 |
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Quantitative Aptitude
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13 |
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Skill Ability (Specialisation-based)
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11 |
For “MBA Admissions Entrance Exam Information Brochure / Booklet ” Click Here
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For “MBA Entrance Exam SKILL – CAT Instructions” Click Here
Eligibility Criteria for Indian Students
- Passed minimum three-year duration Bachelor’s Degree awarded by any of the Universities recognised by University Grants Commission or Association of Indian Universities in any discipline with at least 50% marks in aggregate or equivalent for the general open category (at least 45% in case of candidates of backward class categories, Economically Weaker Section and Persons with Disability belonging to Maharashtra State only) or its equivalent.
AND
2. Passed SKILL-CAT Exam OR Any National Entrance Exam like CAT / MAT / SNAP / GMAT / MAH-CET.
3. Candidates have to also appear in Group Discussion / Personal Interview
4. The final Merit list shall be prepared on the basis of Composite Score. Please refer to the Please refer to the document “MBA Admissions Entrance Exam Information Brochure / Booklet for more details.
Eligibility Criteria for NRI / International Students
- Passed minimum 3 Year Bachelor’s Degree programme with minimum 50% marks or equivalent grade
AND
2. Passed SKILL-CAT Exam OR apply with valid GMAT / GRE scores
3. All foreign qualifications need to be verified by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) by the candidate (The application format is available on link: https://aiu.ac.in/documents/index/downloads/evaluationform.pdf before seeking provisional admission.
4. Candidates have to also appear in Group Discussion / Personal Interview.
5.The final Merit list shall be prepared on the basis of Composite Score. Please refer to the Pdf document for more details.
Indian Students :
Academic Fees / Year: INR 6,69,500/-
Caution Money Deposit:
INR 10,000/- (One-time, Refundable)
Subject to revision
NRI Students :
Academic Fees / Year: INR 7,99,500/-
Caution Money Deposit:
INR 10,000/- (One-time, Refundable)
Subject to revision
| Semester | Courses |
|---|---|
| Semester I | |
| I | Business Statistics & Data Analysis |
| I | Financial Accounting & Reporting |
| I | Entrepreneurship in FinTech |
| I | Managerial Economics |
| I | Global Financial Markets and Products |
| I | Behavioral Finance |
| I | FinTech Regulations & Compliance |
| I | Innovation, Leadership & Design Thinking |
| IDSC Open Elective | |
| Semester II | |
| II | Advanced Excel & Power BI |
| II | Credit Analytics & Scoring Models |
| II | Financial Analytics |
| II | Financial Management |
| II | Python for Finance |
| II | Algorithmic and High Frequency Trading |
| II | Career Development Skills |
| II | Internship I / Dissertation / Capstone Project |
| IDSC Open Elective | |
| Semester III | |
| III | Machine Learning for Finance |
| III | Cloud Computing for FinTech |
| III | Blockchain & Cryptocurrency |
| III | Risk Management & Financial Derivatives |
| III | FinTech Global Capability Centers (GCCs) |
| III | Digital Banking & Payment Systems |
| III | IDSC |
| IDSC Open Elective | |
| Semester IV | |
| IV | Full-Time Industrial / Internship / Project / Dissertation |
| IDSC Open Elective |
Carrier opportunities
MBA in FinTech program can explore diverse and high-growth roles across the digital financial ecosystem Like
- Retail banking
- Digital banking
- Wealth management
- Payment & Payment Gateway Companies
- Investment Platforms
- investment banks
- Insurance & InsurTech Firms
- Capital Markets & Securities Firms
- NBFS
- Neo Banks
- Business Analytics
- Financial Analytics
- Data Analytics
Program overview
The MBA in FinTech programme equips students with a strong grounding in finance, banking, digital payments, and regulatory systems, while also providing practical exposure to key technologies such as Python, Blockchain, AI/ML, APIs, business intelligence tools, and digital banking platforms. The curriculum focuses on developing capabilities in FinTech product development, risk modelling, cybersecurity laws, and innovation, enabling learners to excel in the fast-changing digital finance landscape. In addition to technical expertise, the programme strengthens leadership, analytical thinking, and entrepreneurial skills.
Key Highlights
- Industry-driven FinTech curriculum
- Advanced Digital labs and Innovation Ecosystem
- Integrated Personality Development, Soft skills & Aptitude training
- Structured internships with strong placement support
- High-growth careers in BFSI, FinTech & Global Capability Centers (GCCs)
- Guidance from Experienced Faculty and Industry Professionals
Why peruse MBA FinTech from Symbiosis skills and professional University?
- Industry-Integrated Curriculum
- Skill-Based Education Model (SSPU Advantage)
- Strong Focus on Digital Banking & Future Technologies
- Expert Faculty + Industry Mentors
- Industry Visits & Learning Tours
- Internship & On-the-Job Training
- Modern Campus & Learning Infrastructure
- Capstone projects/Research
- Virtual FinTech Lab