Short answer
All three are four-year Tribhuvan University management degrees. BBA and BBM run in semesters, need you to pass the CMAT entrance and cost more, with smaller classes and more presentations and projects. BBS runs on the annual system at many more campuses and costs far less. Most constituent campuses admit BBS students on their +2 results. BBA and BBM suit students who want a hands-on course and can afford it. BBS suits students on a budget or combining study with work or exams such as CA or Lok Sewa.
The details
Side by side
| BBA | BBM | BBS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faculty | TU Faculty of Management | TU Faculty of Management | TU Faculty of Management |
| System | Semester | Semester | Annual |
| Entrance | CMAT | CMAT | Usually none at constituent campuses |
| Cost | Higher | Higher | Lowest |
| Typical class | Smaller, project based | Smaller, project based | Large lecture classes |
Common problems
Does BBS have an entrance exam?
Usually not at constituent campuses, which admit on +2 results, but each campus sets its own process. Some private colleges hold their own test. BBA and BBM need CMAT.
Is BBA worth the higher fee?
It depends on the college. Smaller classes, internships and the college's links with employers matter more than the degree name.
Can I do CA or ACCA alongside?
Many students pair BBS with CA or ACCA because the annual system leaves more time. Some ACCA papers can be exempted for BBS and BBA graduates.
What about Kathmandu University or Purbanchal BBA?
Other universities run their own BBA with their own entrance tests and fees. Compare the curriculum and fees directly.
Real experiences
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Share your experienceSources
- TU Faculty of Management: CMAT notice 2083fomecd.edu.np
- CollegeNP: TU bachelor admission schedule 2083collegenp.com
Written from the sources above and last checked on 8 Oct 2026. Some details aren't confirmed against an official page yet, so check fees and documents with the office before you go.
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