GIM PGDM: What Does the Programme Offer?
GIM's flagship PGDM is a two-year full-time residential programme with six terms. The institute describes the curriculum as a blend of theory and practice, reviewed with input from an Academic Advisory Committee of industry and academic experts. The programme is designed for broad management careers rather than a single functional niche.
It suits students who want a general management foundation, access to multiple functional electives, live projects and a strong residential campus experience. It is also a practical option for candidates who want the flexibility to explore finance, marketing, operations, strategy, HR and analytics before specialising through electives.
GIM PGDM Admission 2027-29
| Requirement | GIM criteria |
|---|---|
| Graduation | Minimum 50% aggregate in a bachelor's degree; 45% for SC/ST under the stated eligibility. |
| Final year | Applicants completing degree requirements by June 2027 may apply, subject to the institute's conditions. |
| Exams | CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or eligible GMAT. |
| First Mover | 22 October 2026 |
| Early Bird | 19 November 2026 |
| Achiever's Round | 3 December 2026 |
| Final application deadline | 4 January 2027 |
The regular selection framework assigns 40% to objective assessment, 15% to academics, 10% to work experience, 30% to face-to-face evaluation and 5% to profile/diversity. Shortlisted candidates also complete the institute's Written Aptitude Test process. GIM's Achiever's Round evaluates profile and achievements before exam scores are incorporated later.
Verify the official admission criteria ↗GIM PGDM Fees & Scholarships
*The latest published 2026-28 academic fee is ₹21.45 lakh. GIM has not published the 2027-29 academic fee yet, so do not treat ₹21.45 lakh as the confirmed future fee.
| 2026-28 component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Instalment 1a | ₹50,000 |
| Instalment 1b | ₹4,90,000 |
| Instalment 2 | ₹5,30,000 |
| Instalment 3 | ₹10,75,000 |
| Academic fee total | ₹21,45,000 |
A refundable caution deposit of ₹25,000 is listed separately. GIM offers up to 45 PGDM ACCESS scholarships of ₹5 lakh each. Eligible students with family income below ₹8 lakh may also be considered for a full tuition fee waiver, capped at 5% of admitted students.
GIM PGDM Curriculum, Electives & Learning
The six-term structure combines compulsory management foundations with elective learning. Students can develop depth in areas such as finance, marketing, operations, strategy, organisational behaviour, economics and analytics.
Academic strengths
- Six-term residential management programme.
- Core management foundation.
- Functional and cross-functional electives.
- Industry-informed curriculum review.
- Course of Independent Study option with faculty guidance.
Experiential exposure
- Summer projects.
- Live industry assignments.
- International Consulting Bootcamp.
- Cross-cultural projects with University of Antwerp students.
- Student-led clubs and competitions.
GIM PGDM Internship & Practical Exposure
Practical learning is built into the programme through summer projects, live cases and company interactions. GIM also highlights an International Consulting Bootcamp conducted with the University of Antwerp, where students collaborate on live organisational problems in cross-cultural teams.
GIM PGDM Placements & Career Scope
For the 2024-26 PGDM batch, GIM reports a highest package of ₹35 LPA, 110+ recruiters and 50 PPOs. The batch profile lists 284 students, including 46% freshers. Major hiring sectors included financial services, IT, banking, consulting and FMCG/FMCD.
| Placement indicator | 2024-26 PGDM reference |
|---|---|
| Highest package | ₹35 LPA |
| Recruiters | 110+ |
| PPOs | 50 |
| Batch size shown | 284 |
| Freshers | 46% |
| Financial Services share | 25.38% |
These are cohort-level outcomes, not guaranteed salaries. For your ROI calculation, compare total programme cost, fixed versus variable pay, role, location and the companies relevant to your career goal.
Read detailed placement analysis →GIM PGDM FAQs
What is the GIM PGDM fee?
The latest published 2026-28 academic fee is ₹21.45 lakh. The 2027-29 fee is not yet published.
What is the GIM PGDM intake?
GIM lists an intake of 300 students for the flagship PGDM.
Which exams are accepted?
GIM lists CAT 2026, XAT 2027 and eligible GMAT scores for the full-time PGDM admission process.
Is work experience compulsory?
No. Freshers can apply. Work experience is considered as part of evaluation.
Does GIM have an Achiever's Round?
Yes. The Achiever's Round is profile-based and considers achievements in academics, sports, co-curricular activities and professional experience. Exam scores are incorporated later.