BIMTECH Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) in Retail Management is a prestigious industry oriented two-year, full-time residential programme, approved by AICTE and MHRD, Govt. of India. Course overview of BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management is as follows.
BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management was launched in 2002 to develop a pool of competent professionals to meet the growing demands of retail sector. The program offers comprehensive coverage of retail-specific subjects alongside core management disciplines such as Marketing, Finance, Economics, Organizational Behaviour, and Quantitative Techniques.
BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management program stresses on experiential learning, a participatory and problem-solving approach. The curriculum integrates academic depth with real-world exposure through On-the-Job Training (OJT), Summer Internships, Case Studies, Live Projects, Retail Simulations, and Alumni Mentorship Programs.
BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management program also addresses emerging trends in retail, including Quick Commerce (Q-Commerce), Omni-channel, Retail Analytics, and a special focus on Visual Merchandising.
BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management includes meeting the BIMTECH eligibility requirements, filling BIMTECH application form, meeting BIMTECH CAT/XAT/CMAT cut offs, and appearing final selection process. BIMTECH admission 2026 is open. Read complete details below:
Meet BIMTECH Eligibility Requirements: You should be a graduate in any discipline with minimum 3 years bachelor’s degree with 50% marks. Candidates appearing for the final year of the bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination can also apply.
Fill BIMTECH Application Form: BIMTECH admission 2026 is open. Apply now. BIMTECH application fees is Rs. 2000.
Take MBA Entrance Exams: Take CAT/XAT/ Take CAT 2025/XAT 2026/ CMAT 2026/ MAT 2025/26 Examinations
Shortlisting: Candidates who apply online for the admission will be shortlisted on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT score (as per the eligibility) and Past Academic Record
Personal Interview Round: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process which consists of Extempore & Personal Interview (PI).
BIMTECH final selection is based on CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT Score as applicable for different programmes, Performance in selection process, past academic performance & work experience.
BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management curriculum is designed to offer comprehensive coverage of retail-specific subjects alongside core management disciplines such as Marketing, Finance, Economics, Organizational Behaviour, and Quantitative Techniques.
The first year of BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management curriculum focuses on establishing a strong foundation in general business management principles, along with an introduction to the fundamentals of the retail industry. The second year of the program emphasizes on advanced classroom learning integrated with practical exposure to key retail domains such as Mall Management, Buying and Merchandising, Category Management, Retail Analytics, Quick Commerce, and Retail Simulation, among others.
Applicants seeking admission to BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management must complete an online application process by following these steps:
- Visit BIMTECH Admission Page to access the online application form.
- Fill BIMTECH form with required academic, personal, and contact details.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 2250
- Submit the application online after successful payment
- Keep a copy of the payment receipt and confirmation email for future reference
BIMTECH PGDM Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- Graduates in any discipline with minimum 3 years bachelor’s degree with 50% marks
- Candidates appearing for the final year of the bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification examination can also apply.
- Candidates are required to take the Common Admission Test (CAT) or XAT or CMAT or MAT scores
BIMTECH PGDM Retail Management admission and selection process 2026 is based on following steps:
Step 1: Shortlisting: Candidates who apply online for the admission will be shortlisted on the basis of CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT score (as per the eligibility) and Past Academic Record
Step 2: Personal Interview Round: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the selection process which consists of Extempore & Personal Interview (PI).
Step 3: Entrance Exam Scores: The candidates would be required to upload their entrance test percentiles (CAT/XAT/CMAT) the moment results are out.
BIMTECH offers number of scholarships to meritorious students across its PGDM programmes to motivate students of all courses for continuous improvement in their academic performance. BIMTECH scholarships are available to all the admitted candidates from merit category having following percentiles in CAT and XAT tests.
BIMTECH Scholarships - Late Basant Kumar Birla Admission Merit Scholarship
Scholarships are available to all the admitted candidates from the merit category having the following percentiles in CAT/XAT tests only, irrespective of the program they are admitted in.
| CAT/XAT | 95 Percentile & Above | Rs. 3.0 Lakhs |
|---|---|---|
| CAT/XAT | 90-94.99 | Rs. 2.0 Lakhs |
| CAT/XAT | 85-89.99 | Rs. 1.0 Lakhs |
Pujya Sh. G.D. Birla Academic Merit Scholarship Scheme
BIMTECH also provides Academic Merit Scholarships to meritorious students based on their academic performance during the program.