Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
SJMSoM IIT Bombay offers 4 year full time Doctoral Programme PhD in Management. With sound research base and extensive infrastructural facilities available, SJMSoM IIT Bombay offers PhD programmes in strategic management, technology management, financial management and operations management. The broad objectives of the PhD programme are not only to keep pace with expanding frontiers of knowledge but also to provide research training relevant to the present social and economic objectives of the country.
The IIT Bombay PhD programme in Management prepares the students for careers in teaching and research. The academic programme leading to the PhD degree is broad-based and involves a minimum course credit requirement and research thesis. The institute also encourages research in interdisciplinary areas through a system of joint supervision and interdisciplinary group activities. The presence of a strong research oriented faculty provides excellent opportunities for such programme. The Institute undertakes sponsored research and development projects from the industrial and other organizations in the public as well as private sector.
Scholarship
A candidate, selected for the full time Ph.D. Programme, at SJMSoM IIT Bombay will be eligible for the financial support. The assistantship is payable for a maximum duration of 5 years or up to the thesis submission, whichever is earlier.
No programme fee is charged from the full time PhD candidates. They will be offered hostel accommodation at the campus
The monthly rate of Teaching Assistantship is Rs. 31,000/ for the first 2 years and enhanced rate of Rs. 35,000/ for the remaining period.
For Research Associates, the monthly rate of assistantship is Rs. 35,000/ for the first 2 years and enhanced rate of Rs. 39,000/ for the remaining period.
SJMSoM IIT Bombay PhD Application should be submitted online with an application fee of Rs.300/-.
Admission to SJMSoM IIT Bombay PhD programme is offered on the basis of an interview held usually a month before the commencement of the semester for which admission is sought. The step by step admission process for PhD in Management is as below:
- After receiving the application and 1500 words research proposal, the eligibility criteria will be checked
- Post that, the eligible candidates will have to appear for an entrance test (which is an Aptitude test covering four sections – English Comprehension, Quantitative Ability, Analytical Reasoning and Data Interpretation). The PhD entrance test will be conducted by IIT Bombay
- Candidates who clear the entrance test will then appear for an interview. Generally, both entrance test and interview are conducted on the same day.
- Further details of the selection process will be shared with the shortlisted candidates via email.
- Final selection is based on Academics, Research proposal, performance in entrance test and Interview
SJMSoM IIT Bombay offers PhD degree in all areas of management. The key areas of research leading to award of PhD degree by IIT Bombay include Economics and Policy Economics; Finance & Accounting; Organizational Behaviour and Human Resource Management; Information Systems/Information Technology; Intellectual Property; Inter-Disciplinary Research; International Business; Marketing; Operations and Supply Chain Management; Decision Sciences & Quantitative Methods; Strategic Management & Competitiveness; Technology & Innovation Management; Entrepreneurship.
The structure of the Doctoral PhD program Management in SJMSOM is mentioned below:
- The Ph.D program in SJMSOM consists of two phases - 1) Course work 2) Research Work. The credit requirements are:
- For Non-M.B.A background, the candidate is required to complete a minimum of 52 credits.
- For M.B.A background, the candidate is required to complete a minimum of 40 credits.
- There are 3 compulsory courses irrespective of the background which needs to be completed before registering for Ph.D
- Credit Seminar has 4 credits. At most 2 credit seminars can be presented
- Research Methodology course has 6 credits
- Communication course should be completed. It is an Institute level course with no credits
- After the successful completion of course work, the registration to Ph.D is done and the phase 2 of research work starts.
Online Application Form is available on the Institute official website at www.iitb.ac.in/newacadhome/phd.jsp. Step by Step Process How to Apply for SJMSoM IIT Bombay PhD programme is as below:
- You are required to submit the application ONLINE. No Downloadable Forms will be available. After filling the form, you are advised to take a print of your application and keep the same for the record.
- The application fee for General category is 300/- and for Women candidates, SC/ST/PwD category candidates the fee is Rs. 150/-. The fee is to be paid by SBI Internet Banking/ Online Payment System. Do not submit the printed copy of the application. Applications without online payment details will not be considered.
- You can apply for up to THREE disciplines/specialisations.
- Along with your application, you have to submit a research proposal (1500 words) on a topic of your interest. It should contain a) problem identification, b) brief review of literature, and c) methodology.
The Eligibility Criteria for SJMSoM IIT Bombay PhD in Management programme have following key requirements:
- Academic & Work Experience Requirements: Minimum Four year Bachelor in any discipline with 60% marks/6.5 CPI (55% marks/6.0 CPI for SC/ST) and at least two years work experience; Or, MBA/M.Tech./M.S./M.Sc./M.A./M.Com./ MCA/LLM/M.Pharm./M.Phil.,; Or 2 year PG Diploma in Management from institutions / universities incorporated by an act of parliament or state legislature in India or other institutions declared to be deemed as University; Or possess an equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of Education, Government of India or AICTE or AIU or reputed foreign university with 60% marks/6.5 CPI (55% marks/ 6.0 CPI for SC/ST); Or, Executive MBA of at least one year duration from IITs/IIMs or institutions / universities; Or CA/CS with 60% marks/ 6.5 CPI (55% marks/ 6.0 CPI for SC/ST) in the preceding degree/Bachelors Degree (B.Sc./ B.Com./ BA).
- Research Proposal: A research proposal (1000-1500 words) on a topic of interest instead of Statement of Purpose (SOP) should be submitted. It should contain a) problem definition, b) review of literature, and c) methodology.
- Entrance Exams for Financial Support: The candidates with four year Bachelor degree should have valid CAT/GMAT/GATE/GRE score to be eligible for financial support.
Admission to SJMSoM IIT Bombay PhD programme is offered on the basis of an interview held usually a month before the commencement of the semester for which admission is sought. The step by step admission process for PhD in Management is as below:
- After receiving the application and 1500 words research proposal, the eligibility criteria will be checked
- Post that, the eligible candidates will have to appear for an entrance test (which is an Aptitude test covering four sections – English Comprehension, Quantitative Ability, Analytical Reasoning and Data Interpretation). The PhD entrance test will be conducted by IIT Bombay
- Candidates who clear the entrance test will then appear for an interview. Generally, both entrance test and interview are conducted on the same day.
- Further details of the selection process will be shared with the shortlisted candidates via email.
- Final selection is based on Academics, Research proposal, performance in entrance test and Interview
Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA)
IIT Bombay offers 18 Months Executive MBA. It is a first of its kind joint degree executive MBA program offered by IIT Bombay and Washington University in St. Louis. The EMBA program is a part time programme. The IIT Bombay executive MBA programme duration of 18 months is split into 4 days a month from Thursday to Sunday. The participants complete 17 modules in Mumbai and spend two weeks at Washington D.C. and St. Louis to complete their balance course work and visit American companies. Each participant upon satisfactory completion of the executive MBA program is awarded a joint postgraduate degree in Business Administration from IIT Bombay and Washington University in St. Louis.
SJMSoM IIT Bombay and Washington University in St Louis joint EMBA degree program is meant for working professionals and entrepreneurs. The joint Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) degree in Mumbai focuses on making leadership succeed and allowing change-management thrive. SJMSoM EMBA is aimed at professionals with demonstrated leadership abilities. It focuses on enterprise leadership – serving the best interest of the organization rather than the needs of a single business unit or a functional area.
You need to apply online for IIT Bombay Executive MBA Admission with required documents, essays, recommendation letters, commitment letter and academic documents
- Step-1: Fill and Submit Application with Required Documents: With your application, you need to submit Updated CV/Resume; Three Written Essays; Personal Statement; Executive Assessment
- Step-2: Get Ready for Interview: After submitting the Application, you need to get ready for interview process. For this you need to send soft copy of Work experience certificate (based on CV); Education/ Qualification; ID proof. You should also Install applications for interview like Zoom on your system
- Step-3: Attend Interview: Your interview will be held Online on Zoom with IIT Bombay Faculty as well as Washington University Faculty. Interview with CEO will also be held.
- Step-4: Complete Remaining Part of Your Application: You need to attach Letter of Recommendation and Sponsor Letter of Commitment to complete your application.
- Step-5: Accept Admission Offer & Pay Fees: If selected you need to accept the offer and pay the admission fee and the 1st instalment of the fee also.
The curriculum of 18 months Executive MBA programme offered jointly by SJMSoM IIT Bombay and Washington University in St Louis mirrors the content and structure of Washington University’s internationally recognized sister programs in the U.S. and China. Many of the same faculty members teach the courses.
The classroom modules are held over four days every month, from Thursday morning to Sunday Evening at the IIT Bombay classrooms. Every EMBA participant must record 600 contact hours to get programme graduation. The classes are conducted in English and include Indian and US management perspectives. Two of the 18 programme modules are taught at Olin Business School’s Charles F.Knight Executive Education & Conference Center on the Washington University campus in St. Louis.
The EMBA course curriculum is split between core and advanced functional modules. These allow for refreshers in functional fundamentals, multi-modular or cross functional training, strategic and leadership courses, people management and business communication up skilling, all delivered through a right blend of classroom learning, case analysis, brief papers on specific topics and more significant long-term papers. Participant evaluation is a function of individual and team.
During the two week stay at Washington DC & St.Louis, the candidates will have one to one Executive Coaching session, Industry visits in St. Louis Global Tycoon Championship and will also have opportunity to study with EMBA St Louis or China Cohorts.
Key areas of electives leading to programme specialization include Managing Power and Influence in Organizations; Leadership; Strategic Cost Analysis; Macroeconomics; Competitive Strategy and Industry Analysis; Global Supply Chain Management; Growth, Valuations, and Sustainability; Data Driven Decision Making: Analysis to Action; Strategic Management of Innovation; Market Analytics.
IIT Bombay has shared following step by step process to apply online for Executive MBA admission. The Application will be accepted in American and British English.
- Step-1: Fill and Submit Application with Required Documents: With your application, you need to submit Updated CV/Resume; Three Written Essays; Personal Statement; Executive Assessment
- Step-2: Complete Your Application: You need to attach Letter of Recommendation and Sponsor Letter of Commitment to complete and submit your application.
Eligibility criteria for admission to SJMSoM IIT Bombay Executive MBA programme are as below:
- Bachelor degree from a UGC recognized university
- Minimum 7 Years of Work Experience after Graduation
- Out of the total work experience, minimum 5 years of Work Experience in Managerial Capacity
- Excellent English Language Skills
- Step-1: Fill and Submit Application with Required Documents: With your application, you need to submit Updated CV/Resume; Three Written Essays; Personal Statement; Executive Assessment
- Step-2: Get Ready for Interview: After submitting the Application, you need to get ready for interview process. For this you need to send soft copy of Work experience certificate (based on CV); Education/ Qualification; ID proof. You should also Install applications for interview like Zoom on your system
- Step-3: Attend Interview: Your interview will be held Online on Zoom with IIT Bombay Faculty as well as Washington University Faculty. Interview with CEO will also be held.
- Step-4: Complete Remaining Part of Your Application: You need to attach Letter of Recommendation and Sponsor Letter of Commitment to complete your application.
- Step-5: Accept Admission Offer & Pay Fees: If selected you need to accept the offer and pay the admission fee and the 1st instalment of the fee also.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The SJMSOM IIT Bombay 2 years full time MBA is the flagship management programme of the institute. MBA at SJMSoM is at par with top IIMs and is a high RoI programme While the programme fee is Rs.14 lakhs as compared to Rs.20+ lakhs of IIMs, the average salary in SJMSoM MBA placements is at par or even higher at Rs.28 LPA as compared to IIMs. The admission to the SJMSoM MBA programme is through CAT score. SJMSoM, through its flagship Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme seeks to develop managers for an integrated understanding of all business functions. The rigorous curriculum of the Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme has a judicious blend of courses that provide an in-depth understanding of the operational and strategic aspects of management.
One unique feature of the program is that apart from the regular courses on Finance, Accounting, Operations and HR, SJMSoM prepares for technology management with core courses like Technology Policy, R&D Management and Managing technology transfer. Also, innovative courses like "Mission, Vision and Leadership" provide opportunity for the student to work under the mentorship of Indian Business leaders and to hone their leadership skills.
Apart from appearing in CAT and scoring a minimum percentile in the exam, all the applicants have to apply Online for admission to MBA at SJMSOM-IIT Bombay separately with an application fee of Rs.1600
SJMSoM IIT Bombay opens its MBA admission after release of CAT exam result and keeps it open for a month. SJMSoM IIT Bombay MBA Admission is a two step process involving the preliminary screening based on CAT score leading to shortlisting of candidates and the Final admission selection Criteria with CAT exam score and other key parameters.
- Submit Application by the last date for SJMSoM IIT Bombay MBA admission
- SJMSoM-IIT Bombay will shortlist the candidates on the basis of CAT score, past academic performance, and other criteria. Minimum CAT cut off is 90 percentile. Key weightages for shortlisting are as below:
Components Weightage out of 100 points Remarks CAT overall score 70% 70% weightage to the candidate’s Overall scaled score to be calculated as: CAT score = (Candidate’s CAT scaled score/198) *70 Class XII Marks 5% At Marks Percentage of 55+ for Arts/Humanities; 60+ in Commerce; 65+ in Science Graduation marks 5% At percentage of 85+ for Engg; 70+ for CA/ICWA; 75+ for Medicine/Arts Post Graduation/Professionals 5% 3% score will be awarded to Postgraduates candidates (M.Tech/ ME, MD, MS, MA, M.SC, MCA, M.Pharma, M.Plan., M.Arch.,M.Des., M.STAT., M.Com. and Other Commerce/ Economics Postgraduate courses and 5% score will be awarded to Professionals (CA, CS, CFA, ICWA & FRM). Gender Diversity factor 10% For Women candidates only Work Experience 5% 24 months to less than 48 months Total 100% - All the shortlisted candidates are to participate in Final selection round for admission to SJMSOM IIT Bombay. The Final selection round will consist of Personal Interview. Shortlisted applicants need to upload copies of necessary certificates.
- Candidate’s profile will be given due weightage in final selection round.
- The Final Merit list of selected candidates for MBA programme will be based on Candidate’s composite score which includes CAT score, PI score and Candidate’s Profile
The SJMSOM IIT Bombay Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme intends to achieve an optimum balance of Knowledge building, Perspective giving and Skill building courses. A mix of diverse teaching methods like case study, lecture and discussion, simulation games, collaborative and experiential learning is adapted to provide a holistic learning experience and a complete learning cycle.
The Two-year MBA programme is organized into eight terms. In the first year (first four terms), students gain knowledge on all the disciplines of management through 23 rigorous courses. All the academic courses require case studies, course projects and research by students, which provide exposure to the latest practices in the Industry. Students have the option of doing a 1-month winter project at the end of first 2 terms.
The rigor of the academics in the first year culminates in the Summer Project at the end of the first year of the program. The 2-month project done after the completion of all the foundational courses on management, offers the student an opportunity to learn management practices through live projects in the Industry.
In the four terms following the summer project, the program prepares the student to pursue the management discipline of his choice by offering a wide choice of electives in addition to few core courses. Students can decide to choose electives from any or all the disciplines.
SJMSOM-IIT Bombay offers wide range of specializations in the second year of its MBA programme including Operations and Technology Management; Quantitative Techniques; Accounting and Finance; Marketing;General Management; Human Resources and Organisational Behaviour; International Business; Economics and Strategy; Information Technology
After the CAT results are declared, SJMSOM-IIT Bombay opens the application process for MBA admission in January first week. The applicants are required to complete the online application form on the website of the B-school. The application process is detailed below:
- Appear in CAT exam and score well
- Apply separately for admission to MBA at SJMSOM-IIT Bombay
- Download the online application form from the IIT Bombay website.
- Compile all the relevant data required to fill it up, and then proceed to fill up and submit your online application.
- Fill all the mandatory details in one go, otherwise the data will be lost as the session expires in 50 minutes.
- Use the latest versions of Chrome or Firefox to fill up the application form.
- Pay online the application fees of Rs.1600 (Rs.800 for SC/ST/PwD)
IIT Bombay MBA Admission eligibility criteria prescribe following required qualifications for IIT Bombay MBA admission
- A Bachelor’s degree of 4 years duration, or a Master’s degree with at least 60% marks (55% in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD category) or a minimum CPI of 6.5 (6 in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD category) out of 10 from the universities
- The bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification obtained by the candidate must entail a minimum of 4 years of education after completing higher secondary schooling (10+2) or equivalent.
- Applicants appearing for final year of the degree and those who have completed the degree requirements and awaiting results can also apply. The applicant should have secured an aggregate of 60% marks (55% in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD category) or equivalent till the latest exam that has been completed and whose scores are available.
- CA/ICWA, with a first-class Bachelor’s degree in any discipline having secured 60% marks (55% in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD category) in aggregate (including all years/semesters) or a minimum CPI of 6.5 (6 in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST/PWD category) out of 10.
- The candidate should have appeared in CAT exam and must score minimum prescribed sectional and overall score to become eligible for admission
SJMSoM IIT Bombay opens its MBA admission after release of CAT exam result and keeps it open for a month. SJMSoM IIT Bombay MBA Admission is a two step process involving the preliminary screening based on CAT score leading to shortlisting of candidates and the Final admission selection Criteria with CAT exam score and other key parameters.
- Submit Application by the last date for SJMSoM IIT Bombay MBA admission
- SJMSoM-IIT Bombay will shortlist the candidates on the basis of CAT score, past academic performance, and other criteria. Minimum CAT cut off is 90 percentile. Key weightages for shortlisting are as below:
Components Weightage out of 100 points Remarks CAT overall score 70% 70% weightage to the candidate’s Overall scaled score to be calculated as: CAT score = (Candidate’s CAT scaled score/198) *70 Class XII Marks 5% At Marks Percentage of 55+ for Arts/Humanities; 60+ in Commerce; 65+ in Science Graduation marks 5% At percentage of 85+ for Engg; 70+ for CA/ICWA; 75+ for Medicine/Arts Post Graduation/Professionals 5% 3% score will be awarded to Postgraduates candidates (M.Tech/ ME, MD, MS, MA, M.SC, MCA, M.Pharma, M.Plan., M.Arch.,M.Des., M.STAT., M.Com. and Other Commerce/ Economics Postgraduate courses and 5% score will be awarded to Professionals (CA, CS, CFA, ICWA & FRM). Gender Diversity factor 10% For Women candidates only Work Experience 5% 24 months to less than 48 months Total 100% - All the shortlisted candidates are to participate in Final selection round for admission to SJMSOM IIT Bombay. The Final selection round will consist of Personal Interview. Shortlisted applicants need to upload copies of necessary certificates.
- Candidate’s profile will be given due weightage in final selection round.
- The Final Merit list of selected candidates for MBA programme will be based on Candidate’s composite score which includes CAT score, PI score and Candidate’s Profile
MBA in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (MBA AI & DS)
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MBA Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at TAPMI Bengaluru is a two years full time management program. TAPMI and the Manipal School of Information Science (MSIS) are jointly launching MBA program in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Decision Science (DS). MBA AI & DS will nurture management professionals who can envision and convert the business opportunities with the extensive use of Artificial Intelligence. The 2-year (6 trimester) program is delivered at two institutes - TAPMI and the Manipal School of Information Science (MSIS) by the Experienced Industry Professionals and academic research professors and continuous live projects in Artificial Intelligence and Data Sciences.
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Decision Science (DS) at TAPMI Bengaluru is a specialized business program that is meant to provide students with the information and abilities necessary to navigate the fast-changing business landscape, where AI and DS play a crucial role. The graduates of this program will be able to successfully traverse the business landscape. The traditional education in business management is combined with advanced training in artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analytics, and pertinent decision-making frameworks in program.
Each student will have a seasoned industry professional as a mentor through a formal mentoring program. The summer internship will span a duration of 12 weeks. Students will learn through multiple live internship projects with leading organizations. TAPMI Bangalore has setup the technology labs for students to gain insights on Current Industry Standard Software Tools and Technologies for Supply Chain Management, FinTech, Robotic Process Automation, AI/ML.
TAPMI Bengaluru MBA AI&DS Admission Process 2025 is through various MBA entrance exam scores. TAPMI Bengaluru Admission Process has following steps:
Step 1: Apply for at least one of the acceptable Entrance exams CAT 2024, XAT 2025, NMAT 2024, GMAT 2020 onwards and separately Apply for TAPMI Admission. Apply Now
Step 2: Appear in Entrance Test and score well to clear the TAPMI cut off
Step 3: Check TAPMI Shortlist for final selection round
Step 4: Participate in GD-PI Round
Step 5: If selected, aAccept admission offer and pay admission fees
TAPMI Bengaluru Admission 2025 Important Dates are as below:
- TAPMI Bengaluru Last Date to Apply: January 25, 2025
- TAPMI Bengaluru Shortlist Announcement for GD-PI-WAT: Jan/Feb 2025
- TAPMI Bengaluru Final selection (GD-PI-WAT) dates: Feb/March 2025
- Final Admission Offer to MBA 2025-27 Batch: April 2025
Shortlisting Criteria
TAPMI Bengaluru shortlisting Criteria for Group Discussion, Interview, Writing Ability Test is based on entrance exam score and other parameters as below:
- Candidates are short-listed based on the basis of their performance in the MBA entrance exam
- Apart from high test score, TAPMI considers the overall profile of candidates. For example, academic profile (10th, 12th, Graduation marks), work experience, extra- curricular achievements, achievements in sports, contribution to social activities, entrepreneurial spirit, diversity, leadership potential, integrity and values. Students shall be informed about the shortlist decision on their registered email address.
MBA Artificial Intelligence and Data Science programme at TAPMI is a full time 2 years management program. The 2-year (6 trimester) program is offered in TAPMI Bangalore campus, with teaching by industry professionals and academic research professors and continuous live projects in Artificial Intelligence and Data Sciences.
MBA AI and DS curriculum at TAPMI Manipal is a five dimension course with multi disciplinary courses on Business Management comprising Marketing, Finance, HR, Strategy, and Operations. Courses in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Decision Science (DS) offer Design and implementation of AI and DS models or platforms, implementation and selling of AI and DS solutions. In the term four students will go for Summer internships in companies among different business verticals. The curriculum includes Capstone Projects. This will be Research based project across various business domains in terms third and fourth. Besides, students will need to complete Industry Immersion with a project in terms five and six
The Program design emphasizes Artificial Intelligence and Decision Science, an experiential and sectoral learning. Two MAHE schools will provide instruction – TAPMI and the Manipal School of Information Science (MSIS). The program delivery includes seasoned industry practitioners, Instruction with technology and/or product and/or service aids, applied learning, and technology labs, Methodologies with Prescriptive, Predictive, Descriptive Analytics, and Inferential Statistics. Program coverage includes Python, R, Power BI, Tableau, JASP, Orange, MongoDB, MySQL, Oracle, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Apache Ecosystem Components, Microsoft Office 365, Social Media Analytics Tools and Several Others.
TAPMI Bengaluru Application for MBA AI&DS Admission should be submitted online. TAPMI does not accept application in hardcopy mode. Step by Step process how to apply for TAPMI Bengaluru MBA admission is as below:
Common Application Form: For all the MBA programmes, there is one common application form.
Fill and Submit Application Online: TAPMI Application for MBA Admission 2025 has to be filled and submitted online only. Apply Now
TAPMI Application Fees: TAPMI Application Fee for one programme is Rs.2000/-; for two programmes the application fees is Rs. 2750/-; for three programmes application fees is Rs. 3500, for four programmes TAPMI application fee is Rs.4250/-, for five programs TAPMI Application fee is Rs.4500. TAPMI Common application form allows to apply for admission to 6th and 7th MBA programs also. For 6 MBA programs TAPMI Application fees is Rs.4750 and for 7 MBA programs TAPMI Application fee is Rs.5000. TAPMI Application fee is non refundable.
How to pay TAPMI Application Fees: Candidates have the option of making payment of TAPMI Application fees through online/credit card/debit card or using online banking payment facility.
TAPMI Bengaluru eligibility criteria for MBA AI&DS Admission 2025 have following key points:
- The candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- Applicant should appear in one of the acceptable MBA entrance exams CAT/XAT/ NMAT/GMAT. The candidate should be registered for at least one these exams and must score well to become eligible for admission
- Minimum two years of work experience is preferred
- Applicant should be able to demonstrate interest in technology domain in the technology interview round
- Applicant should be interested in pursuing a career in technology domain.
TAPMI final selection process includes Group Discussion (GD); Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI). The final merit list for admission is prepared with weightages on Entrance exam score, performance in GD, PI and WAT, Academic profile, Gender Diversity, Extra curricular achievements among others. Following weightages will be awarded to generate admission offer in final selection round.
T A Pai Management Institute (TAPMI) Bengaluru is a sister institution of TAMPI Manipal, which is regarded as one of top 20 MBA college in India with AACSB Accreditation. TAMI Bengaluru offers MBA – Technology Management and MBA-Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (AI&DS). It also offers 5-year Integrated Program in Management (IPM). TAPMI Bangalore MBA Admission 2025 is open. Apply Now. Read latest information on TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships details in this article.
TAPMI Bengaluru scholarships are offered to meritorious and needy students. Read below the TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships details including TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships Eligibility Criteria, TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships Amount, TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships Benefits and more:
TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships Schemes: TAPMI awards scholarships to meritorious students. For deserving students, TAPMI provides awards and scholarships up to Rs.2.9 crores. Under Dr. Ramdas Pai Merit Scholarship scheme, TAPMI provides Scholarships worth more than Rs. 2.4 crores.
TAPMI Bengaluru Other Awards & Scholarships: TAPMI also provides Academic Merit Awards and Other Scholarships including T A Pai Roll of Honor for Academic Excellence, TAPMI Achiever of the Year, Dean’s Roll of Honor, TAPMI-SHRM Scholarships, CFA/ FRM/ CMT Scholarships & YLP Stipend.
Separate TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships for MBA Tech Students: TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships are separately available for the top 20% students of the MBA-Technology Management program.
TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships Benefits: TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarship benefits are:
Covers TAPMI Bengaluru Fee: TAPMI Bengaluru scholarships help to cover a significant portion of TAPMI Bengaluru MBA/BBA fees
Support in Living Expenses: Scholarship eligibility help in getting the scholarship amount that would cover the living expenses at the B school
Industry Connect Opportunities: TAPMI Bengaluru Students receiving scholarships may gain access to networking events, mentorship, and internship opportunities with the companies
Boost to Profile: Getting a scholarship, can enhance the student’s profile, providing recognition from a prestigious organization.
MBA in Technology Management (MBA TECH)
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MBA Technology Management program at TAPMI Bengaluru will nurture management professionals who can envision and convert the business opportunities that emerging technologies offer into technology products and services. The 2-year (6 trimester) program is offered in TAPMI Bangalore campus, with instruction by industry professionals and academic research professors and continuous live projects in renowned Technology companies in Bangalore and other Technology hubs.
Some of the distinctive features of the TAPMI MBA Technology Management Program are that 30% of all instruction of Technology Management and Industry Vertical courses will be delivered by seasoned industry practitioners. A minimum of 30% of learning will happen using industry-leading software tools in each course. Each student will have a seasoned industry professional as a mentor through a formal mentoring program. The summer internship will span a duration of 12 weeks. Students will learn through multiple live internship projects with leading technology organizations. TAPMI Bangalore has setup the tehnology labs for students to gain insights on Current Industry Standard Software Tools and Technologies for Supply Chain Management, FinTech, Robotic Process Automation, AI/ML
TAPMI has Consistent 100% Placement Record for the last 30+ years since inception. The programme provides Internship opportunities in reputed organizations with good profiles and stipends. TAPMI students have good track record of conversion of internships into PPO offers.
TAPMI Bengaluru MBA Tech Admission Process 2025 is through various MBA entrance exam scores. TAPMI Bengaluru Admission Process has following steps:
Step 1: Apply for at least one of the acceptable Entrance exams CAT 2024, XAT 2025, NMAT 2024, GMAT 2020 onwards and separately Apply for TAPMI Admission. Apply Now
Step 2: Appear in Entrance Test and score well to clear the TAPMI cut off
Step 3: Check TAPMI Shortlist for final selection round
Step 4: Participate in GD-PI Round
Step 5: If selected, aAccept admission offer and pay admission fees
TAPMI Bengaluru Admission 2025 Important Dates are as below:
TAPMI Bengaluru Last Date to Apply: January 25, 2025
TAPMI Bengaluru Shortlist Announcement for GD-PI-WAT: Jan/Feb 2025
TAPMI Bengaluru Final selection (GD-PI-WAT) dates: Feb/March 2025
Final Admission Offer to MBA 2025-27 Batch: April 2025
Shortlisting Criteria
TAPMI Bengaluru shortlisting Criteria for Group Discussion, Interview, Writing Ability Test is based on entrance exam score and other parameters as below:
- Candidates are short-listed based on the basis of their performance in the MBA entrance exam
- Apart from high test score, TAPMI considers the overall profile of candidates. For example, academic profile (10th, 12th, Graduation marks), work experience, extra- curricular achievements, achievements in sports, contribution to social activities, entrepreneurial spirit, diversity, leadership potential, integrity and values. Students shall be informed about the shortlist decision on their registered email address.
TAPMI Bengaluru Application for MBA Admission should be submitted online. TAPMI does not accept application in hardcopy mode. Step by Step process how to apply for TAPMI Bengaluru MBA admission is as below:
Common Application Form: For all the MBA programmes, there is one common application form.
Fill and Submit Application Online: TAPMI Application for MBA Admission 2025 has to be filled and submitted online only. Apply Now
TAPMI Application Fees: TAPMI Application Fee for one programme is Rs.2000/-; for two programmes the application fees is Rs. 2750/-; for three programmes application fees is Rs. 3500, for four programmes TAPMI application fee is Rs.4250/-, for five programs TAPMI Application fee is Rs.4500. TAPMI Common application form allows to apply for admission to 6th and 7th MBA programs also. For 6 MBA programs TAPMI Application fees is Rs.4750 and for 7 MBA programs TAPMI Application fee is Rs.5000. TAPMI Application fee is non refundable.
How to pay TAPMI Application Fees: Candidates have the option of making payment of TAPMI Application fees through online/credit card/debit card or using online banking payment facility.
TAPMI Bengaluru eligibility criteria for MBA Tech Admission 2025 have following key points:
- The candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- Applicant should appear in one of the acceptable MBA entrance exams CAT/XAT/ NMAT/GMAT. The candidate should be registered for at least one these exams and must score well to become eligible for admission
- Minimum two years of work experience is preferred
- Applicant should be able to demonstrate interest in technology domain in the technology interview round
- Applicant should be interested in pursuing a career in technology domain.
TAPMI final selection process includes Group Discussion (GD); Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI). The final merit list for admission is prepared with weightages on Entrance exam score, performance in GD, PI and WAT, Academic profile, Gender Diversity, Extra curricular achievements among others. Following weightages will be awarded to generate admission offer in final selection round:
T A Pai Management Institute (TAPMI) Bengaluru is a sister institution of TAMPI Manipal, which is regarded as one of top 20 MBA college in India with AACSB Accreditation. TAMI Bengaluru offers MBA – Technology Management and MBA-Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (AI&DS). It also offers 5-year Integrated Program in Management (IPM). TAPMI Bangalore MBA Admission 2025 is open. Apply Now. Read latest information on TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships details in this article.
TAPMI Bengaluru scholarships are offered to meritorious and needy students. Read below the TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships details including TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships Eligibility Criteria, TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships Amount, TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships Benefits and more:
TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships Schemes: TAPMI awards scholarships to meritorious students. For deserving students, TAPMI provides awards and scholarships up to Rs.2.9 crores. Under Dr. Ramdas Pai Merit Scholarship scheme, TAPMI provides Scholarships worth more than Rs. 2.4 crores.
TAPMI Bengaluru Other Awards & Scholarships: TAPMI also provides Academic Merit Awards and Other Scholarships including T A Pai Roll of Honor for Academic Excellence, TAPMI Achiever of the Year, Dean’s Roll of Honor, TAPMI-SHRM Scholarships, CFA/ FRM/ CMT Scholarships & YLP Stipend.
Separate TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships for MBA Tech Students: TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships are separately available for the top 20% students of the MBA-Technology Management program.
TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarships Benefits: TAPMI Bengaluru Scholarship benefits are:
Covers TAPMI Bengaluru Fee: TAPMI Bengaluru scholarships help to cover a significant portion of TAPMI Bengaluru MBA/BBA fees
Support in Living Expenses: Scholarship eligibility help in getting the scholarship amount that would cover the living expenses at the B school
Industry Connect Opportunities: TAPMI Bengaluru Students receiving scholarships may gain access to networking events, mentorship, and internship opportunities with the companies
Boost to Profile: Getting a scholarship, can enhance the student’s profile, providing recognition from a prestigious organization.
Master in Human Resource Development (MHRD)
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Masters in Human Resource Development (MHRD) offered by JBIMS Mumbai, is a 2-year full time master degree program started in 2019. The program is designed for aspirants with a strong desire to specialize in Human Resource Management. It focuses on developing HR leaders integrated with the Business as Partners. The program offers an extensive curriculum which includes a series of courses in various areas of Management along with HR courses. These are multidisciplinary courses which are important for Strategic planning and Decision making.
The Major HR Thrust Areas are Talent Attraction, Compensation Administration, Human Resource Management, Performance Management, Welfare and Industrial Relations & Labor Laws, Human Resources Information Systems, Learning and Development.
The step by step admission process for MSc Finance programme at JBIMS is as below:
- For Shortlisting purpose candidates will be screened based on MAH MBA CET score or CAT exam score
- Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for Writing Ability Test (WAT); Group Activity (GA) and Personal Interview
Based on the performance on Entrance Exam, WAT, GA, PI, Academics, Extra curricular achievements among other parameters, final section will be made
The prime focus of the JBIMS MHRD program is to groom young generation to create, sustain and develop the business organizations and become change accelerators. “Nothing is permanent but change” and JBIMS is committed to create a new generation of HR professionals who can be the “Change Leaders” and “Change Management Catalysts” in the industry.
JBIMS is Preparing for today and tomorrow the Value driven HR professionals as organizational change facilitator in the Context of Nation Building. The programme Focuses on Knowledge Enhancement and Application Exposure through Innovative Learning System . The Learning Environment remains for 12 hours a day and is Focussed on Research and Field projects on continual basis while Partnering with industry. A compulsory 8 weeks summer internship after Year one is to be completed by the students.
The desirous candidates will apply on the portal of the JBIMS for admission to MHRD Programme. The application form will be opened for a stipulated period for applying to the admission process of MHRD
- Candidate must be a graduate with 50% marks
- Candidates must have secured 60% marks in class 10 & class 12
- The candidates should have appeared for MH-CET or CAT exam of current year to be eligible for the JBIMS MSc Finance admission
Based on the performance on Entrance Exam, WAT, GA, PI, Academics, Extra curricular achievements among other parameters, final section will be made by awarding weightage to each of these parameters. While out of 100 score before Personal Assessment round the weightages awarded are 60% for Entrance exam; 15% for Academics; 5% for Diversity; 20% for Extra curricular and work experience. The next part is personal assessment which again has 100 score and the weightages for personal assessment are 60% for PI round; 20% for GA round and 20% for WAT. As such, out of the total 200 score, the minimum Total Score (TS) required to be considered for admission to M.Sc. Finance is 50 for General Category and 45 for Reserve category. This will be as per the seat allocation done by Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra, Mumbai for MH-CET.
JBIMS Mumbai offers various awards, scholarships and financial aid to its students. The JBIMS 1981 Annual Memorial Awards given to the students include a plaque and cash component. The cash component is awarded from the return on investment of the corpus, built through donations from the batch of 1981 and other donors.
Similarly, JBIMS awards Smt Jyoti Dwivedi Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship provides two deserving students with a core grant of Rs. 100,000 each towards their education fees. Additionally, in this edition, two additional ad hoc grants worth Rs 50,000 each were given thereby enabling four deserving students to fund their education and their dreams.
Apart from these, JBIMS offers various other scholarships, financial aid, Govt of India and State Government scholarships and fee waivers in deserving cases.
Master of Science in Finance (MSc Finance)
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Masters in Finance is the two-year full-time course offered at JBIMS Mumbai. The program was started on the recommendation of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh. The course is uniquely designed to shape ‘Future Financial Leaders’. The course structure is inclined towards that of the London School of Economics. The program goes beyond teaching financial theories by tapping into the knowledge of finance professors and industry experts who create synergies among statistics, business strategy, operations research.
Top finance jobs demand a sharp decision maker; someone able to grasp the finer details, as well as their significance to the bigger picture. MSc Finance at JBIMS is a practical discipline. The M.Sc. (Finance) course is designed to combine rigorous academic work with real world relevance and practical application to ensure that content is intellectually demanding while being related to the practical world of finance. The employment opportunities for trained professions are available in investment banks, brokerage houses, private equity entities, banks, insurance companies, credit rating agencies, portfolio management services, and venture capital entities.
The step by step admission process for MSc Finance programme at JBIMS is as below:
- For Shortlisting purpose candidates will be screened based on MAH MBA CET score or CAT exam score
- Shortlisted candidates will have to appear for Writing Ability Test (WAT); Group Activity (GA) and Personal Interview
- Based on the performance on Entrance Exam, WAT, GA, PI, Academics, Extra curricular achievements among other parameters, final section will be made
The Master of Science in Finance course at JBIMS is structured to deliver a strong foundation in the principles and practice of finance, and the analytical tools and skills to form a sound basis for financial decision making. The new curriculum of M.Sc. Finance offers all the essential academic and professional skills necessary for a successful career in finance. It will develop a deep understanding of financial theories, assumptions and techniques before going on to explore fast developing specialism’s such as Fintech, Big Data and International Finance.
The programme focuses on financial decision-making from a management perspective. The programme is divided into four semesters. The first semester introduces the students to the environment of accounting, finance and basic tools of analysis. This semester contains six main courses: economics, quantitative methods, accounting and financial reporting, financial management, costing and taxation. This semester also contains two practical work in the areas of quantitative methods and accounting and financial reporting. Also, there are two seminar papers.
The second semester equips the students with advanced tools such econometrics and financial modelling, and an exposure to the area of corporate finance, financial markets, fixed income securities and investment banking. This semester contains six main courses: Corporate governance and regulatory environment, corporate finance, econometrics and financial modelling, financial markets and institutions, fixed income securities and investment banking. This semester contains two practical’s econometrics and financial modelling. There are two seminar based papers.
The third semester exposes the students with advanced techniques and tools such as technical analysis, portfolio analysis, mergers and acquisition, risk in financial services and derivatives. This semester also contains two practical works in the areas of technical analysis and portfolio analysis and management. In addition, this semester exposes the students to advanced research in finance through two seminar-based paper. In this semester the students must work on a research project based on summer internship under the supervision of an assignment faculty.
The desirous candidates will apply on the portal of the JBIMS for admission to M.Sc. in Finance (M.Fin.) Programme. The application form will be opened for a stipulated period for applying to the admission process of M.Sc. Finance.
- Candidate must be a graduate with 50% marks
- The candidates should have appeared for MH-CET or CAT exam of current year to be eligible for the JBIMS MSc Finance admission
Based on the performance on Entrance Exam, WAT, GA, PI, Academics, Extra curricular achievements among other parameters, final section will be made by awarding weightage to each of these parameters. While out of 100 score before Personal Assessment round the weightages awarded are 60% for Entrance exam; 15% for Academics; 5% for Diversity; 20% for Extra curricular and work experience. The next part is personal assessment which again has 100 score and the weightages for personal assessment are 60% for PI round; 20% for GA round and 20% for WAT. As such, out of the total 200 score, the minimum Total Score (TS) required to be considered for admission to M.Sc. Finance is 50 for General Category and 45 for Reserve category. This will be as per the seat allocation done by Directorate of Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra, Mumbai for MH-CET.
JBIMS Mumbai offers various awards, scholarships and financial aid to its students. The JBIMS 1981 Annual Memorial Awards given to the students include a plaque and cash component. The cash component is awarded from the return on investment of the corpus, built through donations from the batch of 1981 and other donors.
Similarly, JBIMS awards Smt Jyoti Dwivedi Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship provides two deserving students with a core grant of Rs. 100,000 each towards their education fees. Additionally, in this edition, two additional ad hoc grants worth Rs 50,000 each were given thereby enabling four deserving students to fund their education and their dreams.
Apart from these, JBIMS offers various other scholarships, financial aid, Govt of India and State Government scholarships and fee waivers in deserving cases.
Master of Management Studies (MMS)
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Master of Management Studies (MMS) is the flagship 2 years full time MBA programme of Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS). The programme is conducted as a university department of University of Mumbai. On completion of the programme, the student is awarded MMS degree by Mumbai University.
This programme not only concentrates on a variety of questions faced by management specialists but also focuses on decision-making from a management perspective. Students who enrolled & sucessfully completed a master's degree in management studies have a comprehensive understanding of business & management and get introduced to a great number of career opportunities in different fields such as Management, Finance, Marketing, Consultancy, Operations & Supply Chain, HR & many more.
JBIMS MMS admission process is through DTE CAP round. MAHCET, CMAT, CAT are the qualifying examinations for JBIMS admission. For the MMS programme JBIMS accepts different exams for Maharashtra State (MS) category and All India (AI) category candidates as per the DTE guidelines. For Maharashtra State candidates, JBIMS accepts only MAH CET score and for All India category, JBIMS accepts scores of MAHCET, CAT and CMAT exams. Based on their admission exam results, candidates are then invited to take a personal assessment examination. Separate merit lists will be produced for JBIMS Mumbai admission under the MAH and All India categories.
- JBIMS Shortlist criteria is on the basis of Percentile of Normalized score of entrance exams
- Apart from score in the written exam, evaluation criteria will take into account complete personality of the candidate, which includes various parameters like extra-curriculars, other significant achievements.
- JBIMS Mumbai past academic record is an important point of consideration in CAP round. Candidates with excellent academic record are preferred for JBIMS admission
- Work experience is also a component of the admission criteria and will be given due weightage. However, if a fresher has other substantial credentials, he/she can cover up in other parameters. Work-ex alone would not be the deciding criteria.
- JBIMS Mumbai selection criteria is decided by in the DTE CAP round. The JBIMS seat allocation will be done by DTE on merit in CAP rounds.
The M.M.S. Course at JBIMS covers the major areas of business and management, with a strong emphasis on the entrepreneurial as well as the managerial skills. The Course duration of two years is divided into four semesters along with a summer internship project(s) of 8-12 weeks between the second and the third sememster in the months of may, June and July. During the second year of the degree, the students will have to specialize in a field of their choice. Areas of specialization offered in this 2-year full-time programme: Finance, Marketing, Operations, HR and Systems.
After summer internship project(s), students choose their intended area of specialization. All of the disciplines taught at JBIMS, place a strong emphasis on dynamic, practical, and industry-relevant knowledge and skills.
Master of Management Studies (M.M.S.) at JBIMS is a dream programme for so many aspirants from all over the world. This Programme not only make students fundamentally strong in respective areas but sharpen their management and decision-making skills. The World class faculty members here give special attention to provide industry-relevant knowledge which help students to develop an overall understanding of corporate environment. Moreover, several workshops & discussions are arranged for students on latest & trending topics in different industries which make them to stay ahead of the curve. During this programme, JBIMS specially invites many respected personalities to share their thoughts which encourage students to innovate and start something of their own. Most importantly, the events which are arranged are really helpful to bring out students' leadership qualities & Entrepreneurial skills.
JBIMS MMS Application process is different from other B-schools’ admission process. Key points about how to apply for JBIMS Admission are:
- No separate application needs to be submitted for JBIMS admission
- You need to register and apply for DTE CAP with scores of the entrance exams that you have taken
- If you have appeared in current year of MAHCET, CAT or CMAT, you can seek admission in JBIMS.
- DTE Maharashtra conducts Centralized Admission Process (CAP) for admission to all the participating MBA colleges including JBIMS Mumbai and makes seat allotment in the MBA colleges as per the merit score obtained by the candidates
- JBIMS Admission Application fee through DTE CAP is Rs.800/- for MAH Category and Rs.1000/- for All India category candidates
JBIMS admission eligibility criteria is based on the DTE CAP eligibility criteria which contain following points:
- Candidates with bachelor’s degree from recognized university/institute with 50% marks are eligible to apply
- Candidates should have secured 60% marks in Class 10 and 12
- Candidates in their final year of graduation can also apply
- Candidates who have appeared in graduation final exams and are waiting for result can also apply
- All the candidates have to register and apply for DTE CAP as per the schedule announced by CET Cell in Maharashtra
- JBIMS admission eligibility criteria specify that Maharashtra State category candidates should have appeared in MAH CET exam and all India category candidates should have appeared in one of the following MBA entrance exams – CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAH CET
Candidates with excellent academic record are preferred for JBIMS admission and the work experience is also a component of the final selection criteria and will be given due weightage. JBIMS Mumbai selection criteria is decided by in the DTE CAP round. The JBIMS seat allocation will be done by DTE on merit in CAP rounds.
JBIMS Mumbai offers various awards, scholarships and financial aid to its students. The JBIMS 1981 Annual Memorial Awards given to the students include a plaque and cash component. The cash component is awarded from the return on investment of the corpus, built through donations from the batch of 1981 and other donors.
Similarly, JBIMS awards Smt Jyoti Dwivedi Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship provides two deserving students with a core grant of Rs. 100,000 each towards their education fees. Additionally, in this edition, two additional ad hoc grants worth Rs 50,000 each were given thereby enabling four deserving students to fund their education and their dreams.
Apart from these, JBIMS offers various other scholarships, financial aid, Govt of India and State Government scholarships and fee waivers in deserving cases.
Post Graduate Diploma in Management – Banking, Insurance & Financial Services (PGDM BIFS)
GIM Goa PGDM Banking, Insurance & Financial Services (BIFS) is two-year full time MBA equivalent residential programme. GIM Goa PGDM BIFS course is designed for individuals who like to become a financial analyst, a business analyst, an audit manager, a branch manager of a financial institution.
Course content is primarily industry driven with flexibility in quickly adapting to the changing dynamics of the industry. Continual engagement with industry partners for delivery of applied content, internships and placements in undertaken.
GIM Goa PGDM Banking, Insurance & Financial Services (BIFS) Admission Process 2026 to admit students with the following profile mix:
- Experience in working in financial Sector
- Related Qualification Profiles
- Aptitude & Interest in BIFS
While in the most MBA programme, a cut off score in entrance exam is kept as an important criterion for admission, in GIM Goa Banking, Insurance and Financial Services programme there is no specific cut-off. This is because to succeed in the world of Banking Insurance & Financial Services, the overall profile of the candidate is much more important than just the entrance exam cut-off.
A select group of candidates shall be invited in selected cities for Achievers Round. All other candidates shall be interviewed online for regular round. Shortlisted candidates will also need to complete an online Written Aptitude Test (WAT), with the date to be announced in due course.
GIM Goa Admission Process 2026
- Apply Online: This is the first step.
- Achievers Round: If shortlisted for Achiever Round, appear in interview and get spot admission offer
- Regular Round: If not shortlisted for Achievers Round, you can get shortlisted in Regular Round based on CAT/ XAT/ GMAT scores. Merit list is released for regular round.
- Admission Letter is issued to selected candidates.
GIM Goa Achiever’s Round
The Achiever's Round of GIM Goa is a profile-based shortlisting process that evaluates candidates based on program-specific or other achievements in areas such as academics, sports, co-curricular activities, and professional experience. This round applies to all programs based on the candidate's first preference.
Candidates are shortlisted for the Achiever's Round without considering CAT/ XAT/ GMAT scores initially, which is factored in at the later stage. Select candidates from the Achievers Round receive a spot admission offer, even before their CAT/XAT/GMAT scores are available. GIM Goa Achiever Round interviews are conducted in Delhi, Goa and Kolkata.
GIM Goa PGDM Banking, Insurance & Financial Services (BIFS) programme curriculum offers regular engagement of students with industry experts by way of classroom lectures, seminars and one-on-one mentorship (internships). After completion of three terms in the campus, students are required to immediately join their respective companies to do internship projects in the areas of banking, insurance or financial services.
GIM Goa PGDM BIFS course content adapts to evolving industry needs, covering Digital Banking, Fintech (Blockchain, Payment Tech, Wealth-tech, Insurtech, Reg tech), and AI for Banking. This sets GIM apart from others. Students are encouraged to work on live company projects in order to become fully capable of comprehending actual business situations and applying appropriate tools and techniques of BIFS to get enhanced insights into/around the issues/problems sensed by them so as to devise optimum solutions. The program covers various management domains, with a mix of core and elective courses, a Give Goa project, Summer Internship Project.
To apply for admission at GIM Goa, candidates need to follow a simple step-by-step online process. First, register yourself on the official website using a valid email ID and mobile number. After registration, verify the OTP sent to your registered contact details. Next, fill out the online application form carefully with all required academic and personal information. Then, upload the necessary supporting documents and complete the process by paying the registration fee online.
GIM Goa How to Apply - Steps to Follow
- Register yourself
- Verify OTP
- Fill application form online
- Upload required documents
- Pay registration fee
The GIM Goa application fee varies based on the number of programs applied for and the application rounds with respective deadlines. Candidates can benefit from lower fees by applying early under the First Mover or Early Bird deadlines. Check details in the table below.
Application Round | Application Deadline | Application Fees for One Program | Application Fees for Two Programs | Application Fees for Three Programs | Application Fees for Four Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
First Mover | Oct 23, 2025 | Rs.1750 | Rs.2000 | Rs.2250 | Rs.3000 |
Early Bird | Nov 27, 2025 | Rs.2000 | Rs.2250 | Rs.2500 | Rs.3500 |
Achiever Round | Dec 4, 2026 | Rs.2500 | Rs.3000 | Rs.3500 | Rs.4250 |
CAT Deadline | Dec 23, 2025 | Rs.2500 | Rs.3000 | Rs.3500 | Rs.4250 |
Last Date | Jan 02, 2026 | Rs.2500 | Rs.3000 | Rs.3500 | Rs.4250 |
- GIM Goa Admission Eligibility Criteria require Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Bachelor’s Degree.
- Candidates in the final year of the degree can also apply.
- Applicant should apply and appear in one of the acceptable entrance exams CAT/ XAT/ GMAT and score well to be eligible for shortlisting
GIM Goa PGDM Banking, Insurance & Financial Services (BIFS) admission selection process is based on various selection parameters including entrance exam scores, GAAT Scores, past academic performance, work experience, and face to face evaluation. Entrance exam scores have the highest weightage of 40%. Check details in table below.
GIM Goa Final Selection Weightage
The weightages for various components in final selection round are:
GIM Goa Scholarship schemes are available for all the PGDM programs. GIM offers many institute-based and corporate sponsored scholarships to students in 1st and 2nd year to reduced financial burden. Details of GIM Goa Scholarships are given below:
GIM Goa Scholarship Schemes
Key details of the GIM Goa scholarship Amount for different schemes is shared below:
- PGDM: Rs 500,000; Total 45 Scholarships
- PGDM-HCM: Rs.500,000; Total 7 scholarships
- PGDM-BDA: Rs.500,000; Total 21 Scholarships
- PGDM-BIFS: Rs.500,000; Total 7 Scholarships
Post Graduate Diploma in Management – Big Data Analytics (PGDM BDA)
GIM Goa PGDM Big Data Analytics (PGDM BDA) is a two-years full-time MBA equivalent programme with specialization in Data Analytics and related domains. GIM Goa PGDM BDA course is for individuals who wish to become data scientist, data analyst, database administrator and business intelligence analyst.
GIM Goa PGDM Big Data Analytics program exposes students to statistical theory, data management including big data, and business intelligence systems including machine learning, artificial intelligence and deep learning and related tools, techniques and algorithms. The major emphasis of GIM Goa PGDM Big Data Analytics program is on providing hands-on training to the students using all major software tools in vogue and working on actual industry projects.
GIM Goa PGDM Big Data Analytics Admission Process 2026 is based on shortlisting candidates based on Profile, Competitive exam score and Score of GIM Analytics Aptitude Test (GAAT). There after candidates are considered for shortlisting candidates for face-to-face evaluation. A select group of candidates shall be invited in selected cities for Achievers Round. All other candidates shall be interviewed online for regular round. Shortlisted candidates will also need to complete an online Written Aptitude Test (WAT), with the date to be announced in due course.
GIM Goa Admission Process 2026
- Apply Online: This is the first step.
- Appear in GAAT Exam
- Achievers Round: If shortlisted for Achiever Round, appear in interview and get spot admission offer
- Regular Round: If not shortlisted for Achievers Round, you can get shortlisted in Regular Round based on CAT/ XAT/ GMAT scores. Merit list is released for regular round.
- Admission Letter is issued to selected candidates.
GIM Goa Achiever’s Round
The Achiever's Round of GIM Goa is a profile-based shortlisting process that evaluates candidates based on program-specific or other achievements in areas such as academics, sports, co-curricular activities, and professional experience. This round applies to all programs based on the candidate's first preference.
Candidates are shortlisted for the Achiever's Round without considering CAT/ XAT/ GMAT scores initially, which is factored in at the later stage. Select candidates from the Achievers Round receive a spot admission offer, even before their CAT/XAT/GMAT scores are available. GIM Goa Achiever Round interviews are conducted in Delhi, Goa and Kolkata.
GIM Analytics Aptitude Test - GAAT
Candidates for PGDM (BDA) will need to take an online aptitude test called GAAT (GIM Analytics Aptitude Test). This is a 75 minutes test with Multiple Choice Questions. GAAT 2026 will be held on - 1st February 2026. GAAT will be administered online. The candidates will be sent a test link for GAAT, which can be taken from anywhere at no extra cost. Every wrong answer will carry a 25 per cent negative weight.
GIM Goa GAAT test shall have the following modules, each comprising of six questions:
- Statistics
- Probability
- Comprehension
- Data Interpretation
- Logical Reasoning
- Linear Algebra
- Calculus
- Technology & Business awareness
- Basic coding
GIM Goa PGDM Big Data Analytics curriculum includes courses on statistical theory, data management including big data, and business intelligence systems including machine learning, artificial intelligence and deep learning and related tools, techniques and algorithms. GIM Goa PGDM Big Data Analytics curriculum exposes students to statistical theory, data management including big data, and business intelligence systems including machine learning, artificial intelligence and deep learning and related tools, techniques and algorithms.
The major courses of GIM Goa PGDM Big Data Analytics curriculum include following courses:
- Foundation Courses
- Pre-Term Courses
- Basics of Management
- Statistics fundamentals
- Programming in Python and R
GIM Goa PGDM Big Data Analytics Core Courses include:
- Inferential Statistics for Analytics
- Data Preparation, Integration and Querying
- Foundations for Data Analytics
- Business Economics1-Micro
- Managerial Accounting
- Marketing Management
- Data Visualization
- Machine Learning with Business Applications
- Programming for Analytics (Python)
- Production and Operations Management
- Business Economics2 - Macro
- Finance for Managers
- Big Data Ecosystem
- Advanced Machine Learning
- Natural Language Processing
- Optimization Techniques and Stochastic Models
- Market Research & Analytics Applications
- Strategic Management
- Managing People in Organization
- Big Data Engineering & Management
- Deep Learning
- Ethics and Governance Issue in Big Data
- SAS Programming
- Entrepreneurship & Start-ups
- Emerging Technologies for Business Leaders
- Analytics Project Management
To apply for admission at GIM Goa, candidates need to follow a simple step-by-step online process. First, register yourself on the official website using a valid email ID and mobile number. After registration, verify the OTP sent to your registered contact details. Next, fill out the online application form carefully with all required academic and personal information. Then, upload the necessary supporting documents and complete the process by paying the registration fee online.
GIM Goa How to Apply - Steps to Follow
- Register yourself
- Verify OTP
- Fill application form online
- Upload required documents
- Pay registration fee
The GIM Goa application fee varies based on the number of programs applied for and the application rounds with respective deadlines. Candidates can benefit from lower fees by applying early under the First Mover or Early Bird deadlines. Check details in the table below.
Application Round | Application Deadline | Application Fees for One Program | Application Fees for Two Programs | Application Fees for Three Programs | Application Fees for Four Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
First Mover | Oct 23, 2025 | Rs.1750 | Rs.2000 | Rs.2250 | Rs.3000 |
Early Bird | Nov 27, 2025 | Rs.2000 | Rs.2250 | Rs.2500 | Rs.3500 |
Achiever Round | Dec 4, 2026 | Rs.2500 | Rs.3000 | Rs.3500 | Rs.4250 |
CAT Deadline | Dec 23, 2025 | Rs.2500 | Rs.3000 | Rs.3500 | Rs.4250 |
Last Date | Jan 02, 2026 | Rs.2500 | Rs.3000 | Rs.3500 | Rs.4250 |
- GIM Goa Admission Eligibility Criteria require Minimum 50% aggregate marks in Bachelor’s Degree.
- Candidates in the final year of the degree can also apply.
- Applicant should apply and appear in one of the acceptable entrance exams CAT/ XAT/ GMAT and score well to be eligible for shortlisting
- Candidates must take GIM Analytics Aptitude Test (GAAT), which is scheduled on 1st February 2026.
GIM Goa PGDM Big Data Analytics final admission and selection process is based on various selection parameters including entrance exam scores, GAAT Scores, past academic performance, work experience, and face to face evaluation. Entrance exam scores have the highest weightage of 40%. Check details in table below.
GIM Goa Final Selection Weightage
The weightages for various components in final selection round are:
GIM Goa Scholarship schemes are available for all the PGDM programs. GIM offers many institute-based and corporate sponsored scholarships to students in 1st and 2nd year to reduced financial burden. Details of GIM Goa Scholarships are given below:
GIM Goa Scholarship Schemes
Key details of the GIM Goa scholarship Amount for different schemes is shared below:
- PGDM: Rs 500,000; Total 45 Scholarships
- PGDM-HCM: Rs.500,000; Total 7 scholarships
- PGDM-BDA: Rs.500,000; Total 21 Scholarships
- PGDM-BIFS: Rs.500,000; Total 7 Scholarships