What is FORE PGDM(IB)?
PGDM(IB) is FORE's two-year full-time International Business programme at New Delhi. The published intake is 60 seats. Students in PGDM(IB) can choose up to two specialisation areas, with International Business required as one of them.
Who can apply for PGDM(IB)?
- Three-year or longer bachelor's degree/equivalent after 10+2.
- Minimum 50% aggregate.
- For 2026-28: CAT-2025, XAT-2026 or valid GMAT score.
- Final-year graduates could apply subject to completing graduation with 50%.
How does FORE PGDM(IB) admission work?
| Stage | Student action |
|---|---|
| Entrance | Take CAT/XAT/GMAT and submit the score through the FORE application. |
| Shortlist | FORE shortlists on entrance score. |
| Selection | Extempore + Personal Interview. |
| Final selection | Entrance score, PI, academics and work experience. |
What CAT percentile is needed for FORE PGDM(IB)?
FORE does not publish a fixed final CAT cutoff. Its 2025-27 admitted-batch data gives a median CAT percentile of 81.95 for PGDM(IB), with maximum CAT 97.79 and maximum XAT 97.22.
The 81.95 figure is an admitted-student median, not a minimum qualifying score. Use it to understand the competitive level of the programme, not as a guarantee of a call.
What is the PGDM(IB) fee?
| Fee item | 2026-28 amount |
|---|---|
| Self-sponsored programme fee | ₹23,24,000 |
| Company-sponsored programme fee | ₹27,83,750 |
| One-time registration fee | ₹23,000 extra |
| Refundable security deposit | ₹5,000 |
| Refundable library security | ₹3,000 |
| Medical insurance + PA policy | ₹5,000 |
| Journal subscription | ₹2,500 |
| Student activities | ₹7,500 |
The programme fee includes the complimentary international immersion component, tuition, examinations, library, books/reading material, IT services and co-curricular activities.
What is the final selection weightage?
| Parameter | Weightage |
|---|---|
| CAT/XAT/GMAT | 35% |
| Personal Interview | 25% |
| Past academics | 22% |
| Work experience | 10% |
| Regional diversity | 5% |
| Gender diversity | 3% |
What makes PGDM(IB) different?
The key structural difference is the specialisation rule: International Business must be one of the two areas selected by PGDM(IB) students. This makes the programme more suitable for applicants who specifically want international-business exposure rather than a general PGDM route.
- Two-year full-time format.
- Dual specialisation, with International Business mandatory.
- New Delhi campus.
- Complimentary international immersion included in the published programme fee.
How do FORE PGDM placements compare?
The 2023-25 placement report covers PGDM(IB) within the combined 466-student four-programme placement pool. Across the pool, FORE reported ₹16.4 lakh average CTC, ₹15.2 lakh median and ₹29 lakh highest CTC.
PGDM(IB) FAQs
Is International Business compulsory in PGDM(IB)?
Yes. FORE states that PGDM(IB) students may specialise in up to two areas, but one must be International Business.
Is PGDM(IB) more expensive than PGDM?
No. The published 2026-28 programme fee is ₹23.24 lakh for both PGDM and PGDM(IB).
Does 81.95 CAT percentile guarantee PGDM(IB) admission?
No. It is the median percentile of the 2025-27 admitted batch, not a guaranteed cutoff.