10 Best Distance & Online MBA Colleges in Kerala

IGNOU needs no introduction. It is India’s largest open university offering a wide range of courses at an affordable cost. In spite of charging a very less fee, IGNOU implements the advancements in technologies to educate the students with the best possible ways. Technologies like TV Broadcast via Gyan Darshan channel, Audio Visual aids, Interactive Radio Counselling, Printed Course material, etc are used to deliver lessons to the MBA students.

IGNOU distance MBA is an AICTE approved program offered under ODL guidelines. For students in Kerala, IGNOU is a practical option because it has regional and study centres across the state, so academic support and exam centres are available locally.

Fees:

The total fees for IGNOU MBA is around INR 64,000 for the full programme, making it one of the most affordable MBA options in India.

Eligibility Criteria:

A Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks for General category and 45% for reserved category candidates is required.

IGNOU MBA Key Points:

• IGNOU MBA is one of the most affordable MBA programmes in India
  • IGNOU study centres and exam centres available across Kerala
  • IGNOU MBA is suitable for working professionals who want flexible distance learning.

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is a NAAC A++ accredited university with multiple campuses in south India. One of its campuses is located in Amritapuri, Kerala. The university offers online degree courses through its dedicated online learning platform known as Amrita Online (Amrita AHEAD).

Amrita’s Online MBA is a 2-year postgraduate degree program with 10 specializations.

Fees:

The total fee for Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Online MBA program is INR 1,70,000 for the full program or INR 42,500 per semester.

Eligibility Criteria:

 A 3-year bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks.

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Online MBA Key Points:

• UGC-entitled online MBA from a NAAC A++ grade university.
• Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham ranks among the top 10 universities in India as per NIRF ranking 2025.
• Multiple MBA specializations including some of future ready specializations like AI, ESG, and Business Analytics.

Amity University Online, which is the online learning arm of Amity University, is one of the first universities in India to receive UGC/DEB approval to offer online degree courses in India, including the Online MBA. Amity University is a well-known brand in Kerala because it has one of its business schools located in Kochi.

Amity University is a NAAC A+ accredited university and its online MBA program is QS-ranked globally. The online MBA is ranked top 10 in the Asia-Pacific region and Top 50 globally in QS rankings for online MBA programmes.

The program offers total 18 specializations. Students can choose a single specialization or a dual specialization option.

Fees: Amity Online MBA fees ranging from INR 1,99,000 – 2,99,000 depending upon the specialization you have chosen.

Eligibility Criteria: A bachelor’s degree with 40% marks is required for admission. Candidates with less than 40% marks are required to clear an eligibility test.

Amity Online MBA Key Points:

• Among the first universities to receive UGC approval for Online MBA.
• QS-Ranked Online MBA program.
• Single and Dual Specialization option with 18 specializations to choose from.
• Globally accepted Online MBA degree with WES & AIU approval.

JAIN University offers online degree courses through its online learning arm known as JAIN Online. JAIN University is a Bangalore based university having multiple campuses. One of its campuses is located in Kochi, which is the reason JAIN is a well-known name in Kerala.

JAIN is a UGC-Entitled and NAAC A++ grade university and ranks among the top 100 universities in India as per the NIRF ranking 2025.

For the current session, JAIN Online offers total 18 specializations to choose from.

Fees: JAIN Online MBA fees ranging from INR 1,96,000 – 2,98,000. Students can pay the fee in semester wise installments or using the EMI facility.

Eligibility Criteria: A bachelor’s degree with 50% marks (45% for SC/ST candidates) are required for admission.

JAIN Online MBA Key Points:

• 18 specializations to choose from.
• JAIN University is a strong brand name in South India. It also has NAAC A++ accreditation and WES recognition.
• The university ranks among the top 100 universities in India.

Located in Manipal, Karnataka, close to the Kerala border, Manipal Academy of Higher Education offers a UGC-entitled Online MBA program through its online learning platform known as Online Manipal.

MAHE is one of the most reputed universities in India. It is a NAAC A++ university, and holds ‘Institute of Eminence’ (IOE) status. It also ranks among the top 3 universities in India as per the NIRF ranking 2025.

MAHE’s reputation makes it a good option for students in Kerla to pursue an Online MBA degree from the university.

Fees:

MAHE’s Online MBA cost INR 2,92,000 for the full two year program. Students can pay the fee in semester wise installments of INR 73,000 per semester. EMI options are also available.

Eligibility Criteria:

A 3-year Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized university is required for admission. Work experience in a reputed organizations is also required for admission. Fresh graduates can also apply by submitting a Statement of Purpose (SOP) video.

Manipal Academy of Higher Education Online MBA Key Points:

• A wide range of specializations available including Hospital Management, Pharmaceutical Management, Business Analytics, Marketing, Finance, HR, Data Science, Operations, Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
• Top tier institution with NAAC A++ accreditation, NIRF #3 ranking, and the government’s ‘Institute of Eminence’ (IOE) status.
• Located in Manipal, Karnataka, close to the Kerala border, making it a well-known option for Kerala students.

Vellore Institute of Technology is a well-known educational institute of South India. It’s a NAAC A++ grade institute and ranks #14 in university category based on NIRF ranking 2025.

 The university also ranks #691 in QS world university ranking.

VIT Offers a 2-year Online MBA program which is designed for mid and early career professionals. The online MBA is UGC & AICTE recognized and offer 5 specializations to choose from i.e General Management, Marketing, Finance, Operations and supply chain management, & Human Resource Management.

VIT Online MBA examinations are offline and held in designated exam centers. VIT has its exam center in Ernakulam, which makes this Online MBA a good option for students in Kerala, who want to pursue their MBA degree from a reputed university from South India.

Fees:

The total fees for VIT Online MBA program is INR 1,80,000.

Eligibility Criteria:

A 3-year bachelor’s degree with a minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) are required for admission.

VIT Online MBA Key Points:

• UGC-entitled and AICTE-approved Online MBA program.
• NAAC A++ Accredited university
• Examination center available in Ernakulam, Kerala.