Masters' Union Sets New Benchmark: ₹33.39 LPA Average Salary for 2025 Cohort

Masters' Union Post Graduate Programme in Technology and Business Management (PGP TBM) has released its record-breaking placement report for the 2025 cohort. The average CTC soared to ₹33.39 LPA, marking a significant increase and cementing its position among India's elite B-schools. This article explores the key placement highlights, the surge in international opportunities, and what this momentum means for aspirants looking at the 2026 admissions cycle. The report, audited by a top agency, shows a highest package of ₹1.28 Crore and strong offers across technology, finance, and consulting roles.

The Masters’ Union Business School has once again captured the attention of MBA aspirants and the corporate world with the release of its audited Placement Report for the Post Graduate Programme in Technology and Business Management (PGP TBM) Cohort of 2025. The figures demonstrate a phenomenal surge in career outcomes, especially within high-growth sectors, setting a formidable new benchmark for professional education in India. With an average Cost to Company (CTC) of ₹33.39 LPA, the institute has not only surpassed its previous year's performance of ₹28.52 LPA but has also cemented its position amongst the top-tier management schools nationally. This extraordinary performance confirms the continued strong hiring momentum for the upcoming 2026 batch, making Masters' Union a key destination for high-achieving young leaders.

The report details an impressive employment drive that saw robust participation from both domestic and international marquee recruiters, signaling strong industry confidence in the program's practical and tech-focused curriculum. The placement success is a direct reflection of the institution's distinctive practitioner-led learning model, which focuses on preparing students for the future of work, particularly at the intersection of technology and business.

Record-Breaking Compensation & Global Opportunities 

The 2025 placement season was characterized by several record-breaking milestones, particularly in the premium roles and international offers, highlighting the global appeal of Masters' Union graduates.

• Soaring Average and Highest CTCs: The overall average CTC stands at an impressive ₹33.39 LPA, with the median CTC recorded at ₹27.78 LPA, ensuring that success is widespread across the cohort. The highest domestic package this year witnessed a phenomenal leap, reaching a staggering ₹1.28 Crore per annum, a nearly 100% increase compared to the previous year. This included four students crossing the ₹1 Crore annual compensation mark.
• Elite Placement Quartile: The top 25% of the batch secured an exceptional average CTC of ₹54.80 LPA, underscoring the success of the high-potential students in landing premium roles. Even the bottom 25% of the batch reported a robust average package of ₹22.75 LPA, which surpasses the overall average of many established B-schools in India.
• Triple Rise in International Offers: The batch secured 30 international and international remote offers, a three-fold increase from the previous year. The international average package stood at an astounding ₹64 LPA. Key international placements were made in high-growth regions like the US, Canada, the UAE (Dubai, Abu Dhabi), and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with top recruiters including Meta and major firms like DP World Dubai and IHC Abu Dhabi.

Key Roles and High-Growth Sectors 

The placement diversity reflects the Masters' Union focus on roles that are at the forefront of the new economy, with significant recruitment in emerging technologies, strategy, and venture-backed companies.

• In-Demand Career Tracks: A notable percentage of the batch secured highly coveted positions such as Chief of Staff (CoS) and Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EiR), positions that offer accelerated career growth and direct exposure to C-suite operations. The average CTC for roles in the Founder's Office and Chief of Staff was remarkably high at ₹42.44 LPA, one of the highest paying tracks. Other roles with strong compensation included Operations (₹41.03 LPA), Data (₹36.49 LPA), and Sales (₹36.61 LPA).
• Sectoral Compensation Highlights: Large Tech & Conglomerates and Venture Capital emerged as the top paying sectors, commanding the highest average CTCs, at ₹47.68 LPA and ₹47.04 LPA respectively. Other sectors like Emerging Tech (₹38.09 LPA) and Consumer Tech (₹30.05 LPA) also featured prominently. The strong sectoral performance indicates the curriculum's deep alignment with industries driving global innovation.
• Marquee and New Recruiters: The placement process saw participation from 148 recruiters, including 55 new marquee brands. Top recruiters spanned the consulting, finance, technology, and consumer sectors, including giants like Meta, American Express, Airtel, Citibank, Flipkart, and leading Venture Capital funds.

Admission Momentum and Future Outlook for the 2026 Batch 

The exceptional 2025 placement report provides a powerful tailwind for the Masters' Union PGP TBM 2026 admission cycle, attracting an even more competitive pool of aspirants.

• Focus on Young Leaders: The Post Graduate Programme in Technology and Business Management (PGP TBM) is designed for both young professionals (Young Leaders Track for 0-12 months experience) and those with 1-5 years of experience, emphasizing fast-track career acceleration. The strong placement figures for freshers, with an average package of ₹28.24 LPA, clearly demonstrate that early-career candidates are also highly valued by recruiters.
• Admissions Process Overview: Admission to the program is highly selective, focusing on a holistic profile assessment. The process typically involves:
  • Online Application: Submission of academic, professional, and extracurricular details, along with a mandatory Video-Based Response (VBR).
  • Entrance Score: Acceptance of competitive scores from CAT/GMAT/GRE or the institution's own MU-BAAT (Masters' Union Business Aptitude & Admissions Test).
  • Personal Interview & AI Assessment: A rigorous interview and critical thinking assessment to evaluate business acumen, communication skills, and leadership potential.
• Experiential Learning Edge: The success is rooted in the program's unique methodology, which is taught by real-world CXOs and industry veterans. The curriculum emphasizes experiential learning through practical components like the Venture Initiation Programme (VIP) and the Dropshipping Challenge, where students launch and run real businesses, thus gaining critical hands-on experience that makes them highly employable.

The Masters’ Union 2025 placement report confirms a clear and accelerated path to success for its graduates, setting a high bar for future cohorts. The institution’s investment in a tech-forward, practitioner-led curriculum has paid off, delivering career outcomes that rival the best globally. For aspirants seeking a transformative management education in the modern business world, this record-breaking performance makes the upcoming 2026 admission cycle the most crucial one yet.

Take the next step towards a high-impact career by thoroughly researching the PGP TBM program and submitting your application early for the Masters' Union 2026 cohort to secure your future in a world-class business school.

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