Provided is a battery module that is simple, compact and sure to improve the mechanical performance against cell pressing, swelling and impacts and a method for fabricating the same. The battery module according to the present disclosure includes two or more pouch-type battery cells, and a hollow quadrilateral monoframe in which the battery cells are received, wherein the monoframe has a first opening and a second opening that are open to two sides in lengthwise direction of the battery cells, wherein a cushion bag is provided in close contact between the battery cells and the monoframe.