Aditya Birla World Academy is a IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Mumbai, India. Founded in 2008. Annual tuition ranges from $7,831 to $13,253 USD.
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Scholarships Available
Merit Scholarship Programme available for Grade 11 (IBDP) admission. Open to both internal and external applicants. The scholarship can cover part or full tuition for the two-year IBDP programme.
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About
Aditya Birla World Academy is a private, coeducational day school located in Mumbai, India, authorized by the International Baccalaureate Organization to offer the Diploma Programme since February 2010. The school provides instruction in English and offers a comprehensive range of DP subjects across sciences, mathematics, languages, and humanities.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
ABWA blends Cambridge and IB curricula with a Montessori/Reggio Emilia foundation in Early Years. The school emphasises emotional intelligence and personalised learning rooted in the Aditya Birla legacy. University counselling begins from Grade 8 using SAT support and the Cialfo platform. STEM and Performing Arts are integrated as central pillars alongside strong pastoral care through the Minds Matter mental health curriculum.
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Secondary (IGCSE) | INR 9,639~$ 115 |
| Early Years / Primary | INR 7,831~$ 94 |
| High School (A-Levels / IBDP) | INR 12,048~$ 144 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: ₹650,000 - 1,100,000. Application fee: $60.
Admissions Process
- 1Check eligibility and grade availability — ABWA accepts Nursery, LKG, Grade 8, and Grade 11; other grades subject to chance vacancies. Step 2: Complete the online inquiry and application form, selecting academic year and grade. Step 3: Applications follow a fixed admission period; mid-year admissions are not accepted except possible exceptions for international admissions. Step 4: Grade 11 IBDP applicants may apply for the Merit Scholarship Programme. Step 5: Contact the Admissions Office at [email protected] or 022 2352 8400.
Admissions Details
Admission to most grades other than Nursery, LKG, Grade 8, and Grade 11 depends on chance vacancies. An inquiry form is available to register interest for chance vacancies.
Student Life
Cafeteria offers nutritious meals on campus.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
Minds Matter is a school-wide mental health curriculum for LKG–12 rooted in Positive Psychology, SEL, and Mental Health Awareness. The Pastoral Care team provides counselling spaces, crisis intervention, a Mindful Moments room, and regular wellbeing check-ins for Grades 6–12. Peer support structures include Mental Health Champions trained in Youth Mental Health First Aid, a Rainbow Club, Buddy Programme, and Anti-bullying Squad. Pastoral Week focuses on well-being through transformative experiences and discussions, and parents are supported through parental counselling, workshops, and a Wellness Bulletin.
Confidentiality is a cornerstone of Pastoral Care, with crisis intervention and confidential counselling spaces. Peer-support initiatives including the Rainbow Club, Buddy Programme, and Anti-bullying Squad foster a safe environment. Parental engagement includes one-on-one counselling, parent workshops, and a Wellness Bulletin to align safeguarding efforts between school and home.
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School Background
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