Executive Post Graduate Diploma In Sports Management (EPGDSM)
IIM Rohtak has started a specialized program in “Sports Management” for experienced professionals, sports graduates, and sports enthusiasts. This program is for industrious participants interested in working in the sports, entertainment and related industries. While a graduate with 50% marks can apply for the programme, experience in the relevant field is an added advantage to pursue the programme but is not mandatory. On successful completion of the academic requirements of this 2 year programme, the students will be awarded “Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Management”. IIM Rohtak alumni status will be awarded to all the students.
Graduates of this program will be equipped to understand the legal, regulatory, operational, financial and branding concepts in the sports industry, nationally and globally. This understanding enables graduates to solve the problems arising in the industry and carve a niche for themselves in this growing sector in India.
Duration of the programme will be two year. This will include total 700 interactive sessions with a mix of Offline Sessions, Online Sessions, Project Work and Industrial Visits.
The successful completion of EPGDSM programme offers opportunity to pursue MSc in Sports Management from Ulster University, UK. The program offers opportunity for National and international level participation from various sports field. The program offers live projects in various sporting events for example BWF Super Series event, AFC Cup, Chennaiyin FC (ISL Football Championship), POKKT, BWF Super Series event and many others
IIM Rohtak admission for Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Management (EPGDSM) programme is a three step process as below:
Step-1: Submit Application for the programme
Step-2: Appear in IIM Rohtak Sports Aptitude Assessment Test
Step-3: Appear in Personal Interview
Based on the scores of entrance test, Personal Interview and added advantage of experience in relevant field, admission offer will be made.
The Programme consists of 6 terms spread over a period of 2 years. This will include total 560 interactive sessions with a mix of Offline Sessions, Online Sessions, Project Work and Industrial Visits. Total course duration will be of 900 Hours. There will be six mandatory in-campus modules (Offline Sessions at IIM Rohtak campus). Online Sessions will be scheduled thrice a week on every Friday, Saturday and Sunday (Tentative)
Visiting faculty from international repute universities like Indian Institute of Sports Medicine, Ulster University (UK), Leeds Becket University (UK), Zurich University (Switzerland), University do Porto (Portugal), British Columbia Institute (Canada), University of Helsinki (Finland) and University of San Francisco (US) among others are also teaching the programme.
Scholarship is available to the selective students who have participated at national and international levels in any sport.
- Interested eligible candidates for the program and possesses requisite qualification need to register online on the website www.iimrohtak.ac.in
- A non-refundable application fees of Rs. 1000/- should be paid online
- Candidate with Bachelors Degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent overall grade point average is eligible to apply
- Work Experience in relevant field will be an added advantage.
Post Graduate Program In Management (PGPM)
IIM Rohtak launched 5 Year IPM in 2019-20. The first batch is to pass out this year. Five-Year Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) offered at IIM Rohtak is a dual degree BBA+MBA programme. IPM is for students after class XII who aim to pursue their career in Business Management. IPM students are automatically promoted to IIM Rohtak MBA program after completing 3 years of BBA program. IIM Rohtak also offers exit option after successful completion of 3 years with award of degree of Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA).
Upon successfully completing academic rigor of 5 years, the participant will be awarded Integrated Programme in Management (BBA+MBA) by IIM Rohtak. The student does not need to appear in CAT or any other MBA entrance exam after completing the 3 years of BBA. IPM admission is through online IIM Rohtak IPM Aptitude Test of 2 hours duration. Entire IPM programme is divided into two parts; the first part focuses on the foundation courses, whereas the second part focuses on the management. Students will be undergoing internships at the end of every academic year
You must register and apply online for IIM Rohtak IPMAT exam for admission to 5 year IPM program by paying registration fees of Rs.4500/-
For IIM Rohtak admission, students have to register and apply for its entrance test IPMAT. No other application needs to be submitted for IPM admission. Application process is as below:
You need to fill up the IIM Rohtak IPM Aptitude Test registration & application form which aims at evaluating applicant’s proficiency in academics as well as in extra-curricular activities
Eligible candidates should submit their IIM Rohtak IPM Aptitude Test Application Form online by the last date
Online non-refundable IIM Rohtak IPM Aptitude Test Fees of Rs. 4500/- has to be paid at the time of IPM Aptitude Test Registration
To get admission to IIM Rohtak 5 year IPM, students will undergo a rigorous selection process as under:
Apply for IIM Rohtak IPM Aptitude Test before last date
Applicants will appear in IIM Rohtak’s IPM Aptitude Test that will examine the aptitude, logical reasoning and proficiency in English of the applicant.
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their application form and aptitude test results. Shortlisted candidates will be called for Personal Interview.
The Candidates in Final selection round are judged on the basis of academics, general awareness, and communication skills
The final Merit List will be generated based on the composite score of IPMAT, Past Academics, and Personal Interview.
The candidates accepting the offer of admission to IPM will be given confirmation letter.
The candidate is required to pay the First Year Programme Fee (as mentioned in the confirmation letter) and need to report to the institute campus for on campus registration as per the communicated schedule.
If the candidate registers for the programme, his/her OAA will be adjusted with the First Year Programme Fee.
On the day of reporting in the campus for registration, the admission team will do physical verification of the documents.
No refund of programme fee will be permissible after the date of registration
The allocation of hostel room to the candidate will be done on sharing basis. Hostel rooms for DAP category will be arranged on the ground floor.
The 5 year IPM curriculum at IIM Rohtak consists of 15 terms spread over a period of 5 years. One year has three terms, each of 3 months duration. The entire programme is divided into two parts; the first part focuses on the foundation courses, whereas the second part focuses on the management. Students will be undergoing internships at the end of every academic year. IPM curriculum has 4 core areas: Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, and Humanities. Other courses such as Business Communication, Management Information System, Business, and Foreign Languages are also offered. Courses offered at the PG level (4th and 5th Year) will be the same as per the PGP curriculum.
IPM Students will be taught by the faculty from IIM Rohtak, other reputed institutions in India and abroad, and industry experts. The teaching pedagogy will be a combination of lectures, case analysis, discussions, exercises and seminars, role plays, management games, project work, and computer-based learning methods.
For IIM Rohtak admission, students have to register and apply for its entrance test IPMAT. No other application needs to be submitted for IPM admission. Application process is as below:
- You need to fill up the IIM Rohtak IPM Aptitude Test registration & application form which aims at evaluating applicant’s proficiency in academics as well as in extra-curricular activities
- Eligible candidates should submit their IIM Rohtak IPM Aptitude Test Application Form online by the last date
- Online non-refundable IIM Rohtak IPM Aptitude Test Fees of Rs. 4500/- has to be paid at the time of IPM Aptitude Test Registration
The 5 year IPM curriculum at IIM Rohtak consists of 15 terms spread over a period of 5 years. One year has three terms, each of 3 months duration. The entire programme is divided into two parts; the first part focuses on the foundation courses, whereas the second part focuses on the management. Students will be undergoing internships at the end of every academic year. IPM curriculum has 4 core areas: Mathematics, Economics, Statistics, and Humanities. Other courses such as Business Communication, Management Information System, Business, and Foreign Languages are also offered. Courses offered at the PG level (4th and 5th Year) will be the same as per the PGP curriculum.
IPM Students will be taught by the faculty from IIM Rohtak, other reputed institutions in India and abroad, and industry experts. The teaching pedagogy will be a combination of lectures, case analysis, discussions, exercises and seminars, role plays, management games, project work, and computer-based learning methods.
You must register and apply online for IIM Rohtak IPMAT exam for admission to 5 year IPM program by paying registration fees of Rs.4500/-
For IIM Rohtak admission, students have to register and apply for its entrance test IPMAT. No other application needs to be submitted for IPM admission. Application process is as below:
You need to fill up the IIM Rohtak IPM Aptitude Test registration & application form which aims at evaluating applicant’s proficiency in academics as well as in extra-curricular activities
Eligible candidates should submit their IIM Rohtak IPM Aptitude Test Application Form online by the last date
Online non-refundable IIM Rohtak IPM Aptitude Test Fees of Rs. 4500/- has to be paid at the time of IPM Aptitude Test Registration
To get admission to IIM Rohtak 5 year IPM, students will undergo a rigorous selection process as under:
Apply for IIM Rohtak IPM Aptitude Test before last date
Applicants will appear in IIM Rohtak’s IPM Aptitude Test that will examine the aptitude, logical reasoning and proficiency in English of the applicant.
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their application form and aptitude test results. Shortlisted candidates will be called for Personal Interview.
The Candidates in Final selection round are judged on the basis of academics, general awareness, and communication skills
The final Merit List will be generated based on the composite score of IPMAT, Past Academics, and Personal Interview.
The candidates accepting the offer of admission to IPM will be given confirmation letter.
The candidate is required to pay the First Year Programme Fee (as mentioned in the confirmation letter) and need to report to the institute campus for on campus registration as per the communicated schedule.
If the candidate registers for the programme, his/her OAA will be adjusted with the First Year Programme Fee.
On the day of reporting in the campus for registration, the admission team will do physical verification of the documents.
No refund of programme fee will be permissible after the date of registration
The allocation of hostel room to the candidate will be done on sharing basis. Hostel rooms for DAP category will be arranged on the ground floor.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The Postgraduate Programme in Management at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ranchi offers a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. It has been the flagship programme of the institute since its inception. Currently, IIM Ranchi admits around 250 to 260 students per year through Common Admission Test (CAT), followed by personal interviews. The programme facilitates learning in theory and practice of different functional management areas. It is carefully designed based on inputs from key stakeholders, including students, alums, industry experts, and faculty. The programme also provides opportunities for students to develop their communication, leadership, interpersonal and networking skills which are critical in today’s competitive and dynamic business environment.
The conducive learning environment provided by the full-time campus life inculcates self-driven motivation and a collaborative culture among students. Our students excel in analytical abilities and demonstrate holistic development to face multiple facets of life.
Application process for admission at IIM Ranchi opens with the start of CAT registration process. Candidates have to apply for CAT by the last date. There is no need to apply and pay separately for IIM Ranchi Admission
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA at IIM Ranchi is through CAT. The selection of the candidates for admission to the PGP at IIM Ranchi is a two-step process.
The Postgraduate management programme is full-time residential. It is divided into six terms, spread over two years. The programme’s first year enables students to develop a fundamental understanding of different management areas. The second year comprises specialised elective courses from various management areas over three terms. The students must compulsorily complete a summer internship project for eight weeks between the first and second years. Students who want to acquire a deeper understanding of any topic or explore a topic in depth can also pursue a course of independent study under the guidance of a faculty member.
Register and apply for CAT exam by paying the requisite application fee for the exam. On the page 4 of CAT application form, you need to select IIM Ranchi MBA and other programs and select the interview city. Your application for IIM Ranchi admission is submitted. You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Ranchi Admission. After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Ranchi as well as IIM CAP website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
- IIM Ranchi Eligibility criteria require that the candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration after class 12, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- The candidate should appear in CAT exam and must score minimum prescribed sectional and overall score to be considered for shortlisting.
- Candidates appearing for the final year bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply for Admission.
In the first step, candidates are short-listed for Common Admission Process (CAP) comprising Personal Interview (PI) from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme. Detailed Admission process is as below:
- The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for CAP round which is the common PI round for CAP participating IIMs.
- Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
- After the PI round, IIM Ranchi will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIMU to successful candidates.
- The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in CAP round, academics, co-curricular and extra-curricular achievements, work experience among others
- Admission offer letter would be sent to all successful candidates. Candidates, who are offered admission, need to confirm their acceptance by completing all the required formalities by the stipulated date.
Master of Business Administration Human Resources (PGPHR)
The Postgraduate programme in Human Resource Management at the Indian Institute of Management Ranchi offers a Master of Business Administration-Human Resource Management (MBA-HRM) degree. The students are admitted through Common Admission Test (CAT), followed by personal interviews. The programme aims to develop humane and thoughtful people specialists for organisational and overall societal well-being. It integrates business skills with strong ethical and social concerns. The curriculum is specifically designed with integrated core courses related to human resource management. These courses balance the concerns of organisations with those of employees on the one hand and present a systemic view of human resource practices on the other.
Application process for admission at IIM Ranchi opens with the start of CAT registration process. Candidates have to apply for CAT by the last date. There is no need to apply and pay separately for IIM Ranchi Admission
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA-HRM at IIM Ranchi is through CAT. The selection of the candidates for admission to the PGP HRM at IIM Ranchi is a two-step process
The Postgraduate programme in human resource management is full-time residential. It is divided into six terms, spread over two years. The programme’s first year enables students to develop a fundamental understanding of different management areas. The second year comprises elective courses that develop specialist-level knowledge of Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, and Industrial Relations, spread over three terms. The students must compulsorily complete a summer internship project for eight weeks between the first and second years. Students who want to acquire a deeper understanding of any topic or explore a topic in depth can also pursue a course of independent study under the guidance of a faculty member.
Register and apply for CAT exam by paying the requisite application fee for the exam. On the page 4 of CAT application form, you need to select IIM Ranchi MBA-HRM and other programs and select the interview city. Your application for IIM Ranchi admission is submitted. You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Ranchi Admission. After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Ranchi as well as IIM CAP website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
- IIM Ranchi Eligibility criteria require that the candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration after class 12, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- The candidate should appear in CAT exam and must score minimum prescribed sectional and overall score to be considered for shortlisting.
- Candidates appearing for the final year bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply for Admission.
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA-HRM at IIM Ranchi is through CAT. The selection of the candidates for admission to the PGP HRM at IIM Ranchi is a two-step process. In the first step, candidates are short-listed for Common Admission Process (CAP) comprising Personal Interview (PI) from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme. Detailed Admission process is as below:
- The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for CAP round which is the common PI round for CAP participating IIMs.
- Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
- After the PI round, IIM Ranchi will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIMU to successful candidates.
- The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in CAP round, academics, co-curricular and extra-curricular achievements, work experience among others
- Admission offer letter would be sent to all successful candidates. Candidates, who are offered admission, need to confirm their acceptance by completing all the required formalities by the stipulated date.
Master of Business Administration Business Analytics (PGPBA)
The Postgraduate programme in Business Analytics at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ranchi offers a Master of Business Administration – Business Analytics (MBA-BA) degree. The students are admitted through Common Admission Test (CAT), followed by personal interviews. The programme aims to prepare students for careers that apply and manage modern data science for addressing real-life problems. It has been designed to impart in-depth knowledge on modelling business scenarios and using the tools and techniques of analytics to make the participants capable of playing a leading role in the evolving analytics field. It is structured around analytical tools and methods to identify patterns, gain insights, develop business strategies and make sound management decisions.
Application process for admission at IIM Ranchi opens with the start of CAT registration process. Candidates have to apply for CAT by the last date. There is no need to apply and pay separately for IIM Ranchi Admission
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA- Business Analytics at IIM Ranchi is through CAT. The selection of the candidates for admission to the MBA-BA at IIM Ranchi is a two-step process.
The Postgraduate programme in Business Analytics is full-time residential. It is divided into six terms, spread over two years. The programme’s first-year coursework of the postgraduate programme in business analytics will have several courses in common with the regular postgraduate management programme, along with core courses in analytics. The second year comprises specialised elective courses focussed on specific business analytics tools and domain applications, spread over three terms. The students must compulsorily complete a summer internship project in analytics applications in industry for eight weeks. Students who want to acquire a deeper understanding of any topic or explore a topic in depth can also pursue a course of independent study under the guidance of a faculty member.
A minimum of 18 credits have to be obtained in the 2nd Year from IS & BA Area, out of which at least 3 credits have to be obtained every term.
Register and apply for CAT exam by paying the requisite application fee for the exam. On the page 4 of CAT application form, you need to select IIM Ranchi MBA-BA and other programs and select the interview city. Your application for IIM Ranchi admission is submitted. You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Ranchi Admission. After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Ranchi as well as IIM CAP website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
- IIM Ranchi Eligibility criteria for MBA-BA program require that the candidate must hold a bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration after class 12, with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- The graduation must be done in engineering/technology/architecture OR - science OR - computer application
- The candidate should appear in CAT exam and must score minimum prescribed sectional and overall score to be considered for shortlisting.
- Candidates appearing for the final year bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed the degree requirements and are awaiting results are also eligible to apply for Admission.
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA- Business Analytics at IIM Ranchi is through CAT. The selection of the candidates for admission to the MBA-BA at IIM Ranchi is a two-step process. In the first step, candidates are short-listed for Common Admission Process (CAP) comprising Personal Interview (PI) from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme. Detailed Admission process is as below:
- The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for CAP round which is the common PI round for CAP participating IIMs.
- Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
After the PI round, IIM Ranchi will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIMU to successful candidates. - The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in CAP round, academics, co-curricular and extra-curricular achievements, work experience among others
- Admission offer letter would be sent to all successful candidates. Candidates, who are offered admission, need to confirm their acceptance by completing all the required formalities by the stipulated date.
Executive Master of Business Administration
The Executive Programme in Management at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ranchi offers an Executive Postgraduate degree in Management. It is a comprehensive two-year programme designed for participants of any discipline, having graduate equivalent educational qualification with a full-time work/professional/entrepreneurial experience of a minimum of 3 years.
The programme calendar is arranged to suit the work requirements of individuals with varying professional needs. It has a hybrid course delivery mode, broadly a blend of online and residential modules. Each term starts with an online module which is organised on weekends only. This enables participants to take care of their professional / work engagements during the weekdays. At the same time, to have a rich and immersive campus life experience, participants come to IIM Ranchi for a residential module towards the end of each term. The hybrid mode reduces travel requirements and study leaves needed from the workplace and helps to sustain real-connect with the campus and among people.
Eligible Candidates should apply online with requisite application fee
- The candidates are shortlisted based on their academic profile, quality of work experience
- Shortlisted candidates will need to go through Online PI
- Based on their overall performance final selection will be made
- Finally selected candidates will be given admission offer
- They need to confirm the acceptance of admission and pay the admission fee
The programme curriculum is offered in a hybrid delivery mode. Broadly it is a blend of online and residential modules. Each term starts with an online module which is organised on weekends only. This enables participants to take care of their professional / work engagements during the weekdays. At the same time, to have a rich and immersive campus life experience, participants come to IIM Ranchi for a residential module towards the end of each term. The hybrid mode reduces travel requirements and study leaves needed from the workplace and helps to sustain real-connect with the campus and among people.
Application form to be submitted online before the last date
- The candidates are shortlisted based on their academic profile, quality of work experience
- Shortlisted candidates will need to go through Online PI
- Based on their overall performance final selection will be made
- Finally selected candidates will be given admission offer
- They need to confirm the acceptance of admission and pay the admission fee
Doctoral Programme in Management
The Ph.D. programme of IIM Ranchi has the objective of developing outstanding scholars for teaching or research careers at business schools/universities or management research institutions or careers in Government, industry, NGOs or for that matter any organization that requires advanced analytical and research capabilities. To accomplish this, the Ph.D. will seek to admit students who have a strong academic background, are highly motivated, and who have the intellectual curiosity to undertake original research and provide them with knowledge and research skills that can make them specialized researchers with sufficient depth of knowledge in the various existing and emerging management knowledge domains.
Ph.D. in IIM Ranchi is an academic programme, which may require a minimum of four years to complete. Students have to undertake first two years of rigorous course work, followed by at least two additional years for completing the research work with dissertation. The first year of the course work is common with IIM Ranchi’s Post Graduate Programme and is aimed at providing a participant with a broad understanding of the field of management. The Second Year of the coursework is to ensure that candidates develop deep understanding in their knowledge domain and ability to do rigorous research in their chosen area of specialization. The Area Comprehensive Examination at the end of the second year is designed to assess whether the candidate has acquired requisite level of proficiency in his/her area of specialization. In the subsequent years, the candidate works on the doctoral dissertation which is expected to be an original contribution in the area of management.
Students admitted to the programme receive comprehensive financial support that covers all academic and living costs. The Institute has excellent library, computing and faculty resources.
Eligible candidates should apply online. They should also take one of the acceptable exams - CAT, GMAT, GRE, NET JRF, GATE
The Doctoral Programme in Management requires a minimum of four years for completion. Doctoral students must complete two years of rigorous coursework and at least two additional years dedicated to research work. The first-year coursework is common with the MBA programme. It enables the students to develop a fundamental understanding of different management areas. The second year of the coursework comprises specialised doctoral-level electives that help the students develop a deeper understanding and ability to undertake rigorous research in their chosen area of specialisation.
After completing the coursework, doctoral students must demonstrate their capability of conducting research by a Comprehensive Examination aimed at assessing the knowledge gained in the area of specialisation. In the subsequent years, the students work on their thesis, which is expected to be an original contribution to the specialized area of management. The thesis is evaluated in internal and external thesis defence.
Candidates who fulfil the above eligibility criteria can apply online. They are also required to take Common Admission Test (CAT) held by the IIMs. Alternatively, those who have qualified in GATE, GRE, GMAT and NET-JRF (UGC/CSIR) examinations can also apply in the relevant area of specialization.
A candidate for the IIM Ranchi PhD programme must have one of the following qualifications:
- Master’s degree or Post Graduate Diploma or its equivalent in any discipline with first class (or); B.Tech/4 Years Degree with 6.5 CGPA or equivalent (or), Any professional qualification such as CA/ICWA/CS with a B.Com/Degree with minimum 55% aggregate marks or equivalent grade point average.
- In addition, the candidate must have secured a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent) in all their public examinations starting with the secondary level. Work experience in industry or academics, though not mandatory, will be given due credit in the selection process.
- Those who are appearing for their final year examination in the current academic year may also apply. However, their admission to the programme will be provisional subject to their successful completion of all requirements for obtaining the relevant degree
- A candidate must not be more than 55 years of age
Step-1: Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria should submit application.
Step-2: Candidates are required to take Common Admission Test (CAT) held by the IIMs. Alternatively, those who have qualified in GATE, GRE, GMAT and NET-JRF (UGC/CSIR) examinations can also apply in the relevant area of specialization. Scores of any of these examinations including CAT taken during the last two years will be considered valid for the admission in Ph.D. Candidates who have already obtained a one/two year full-time classroom-based Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) or in any specialized area of management (e.g., PGD in HRM, Agri-Business Management etc.) from any of the IIMs with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 on a 10 point scale or equivalent in last four years preceding the admission year are exempted from this requirement, and can apply directly through the prescribed Application Form.
Step-3: The candidates short-listed on the basis of their academic record and performance in the competitive examinations mentioned above will be called for a seminar and personal interview for final selection in April/May and the successful candidates will receive admission offer.
Executive Doctoral Programme in Management
IIM Ranchi offers an Executive Doctoral Programme in Management for experienced professionals who wish to pursue a doctoral degree while continuing their professional commitments. The program is designed to cater to the unique needs and constraints of working executives and provides them with an opportunity to advance their knowledge, skills, and research expertise in the field of management.
Application should be submitted online at the IIM Ranchi ePHD admission portal
The Executive Doctoral Programme in Management requires a minimum of four years for completion and is divided into two phases. In the first phase, executive doctoral scholars must complete six terms of coursework. The first two terms have two compulsory courses each term, that all participants must take, irrespective of their area of specialisation. The third term has two area-depth courses. The fourth term has one area-depth course and one breadth course from other relevant areas. The fifth and sixth terms comprise workshops providing research skill sets and teaching experience.
After completing the coursework, executive doctoral scholars must demonstrate their capability of conducting research by submitting dissertation work. This is followed by a Comprehensive Examination aimed at assessing the knowledge gained in the area of specialisation. In the subsequent years, the students work on their thesis, which is expected to be an original contribution to the specialised area of management. The thesis is evaluated in internal and external thesis defence.
Eligible candidates should submit application online at the IIM Ranchi Executive PhD admission portal
Candidates for the Executive doctoral programme in Management should have minimum of 5 years of work experience by 31st March of the target year of education.
Candidates for the programme must have one of the following qualifications obtained from any of the universities incorporated by an act of the central or state legislature in India or other educational institutions established by an act of parliament or declared to be deemed as a university under section 3 of UGC Act, 1956, or possess an equivalent qualification recognised by the Ministry of HRD, Government of India, or an equivalent qualification from an institution approved by AICTE, or any equivalent qualification from recognised foreign universities or institutions.
- Master’s degree or Post Graduate Diploma or its equivalent in any discipline with first class (or)
- B.Tech/4 Years Degree with 6.5 CGPA or equivalent (or)
Any professional qualification such as CA/ICWA/CS with a B.Com/Degree with minimum 55% aggregate marks or equivalent grade point average.
In addition, the candidate must have secured a minimum of 55% marks (or equivalent) in all their public examinations starting with the secondary level
IIM Ranchi admission committee will shortlist the most suitable candidates based on the information in their application. The final admission will depend upon the quality of experience and work to be done.
Integrated Programme in Management (IPM)
The Integrated Programme in Management (IPM) of IIM Ranchi is a full-time 5-year integrated postgraduate programme. The students will be awarded a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at the end of the 5-year programme. A student who chooses to exit after three years will be awarded a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree if he/she has completed all the programme requirements due by then.
The programme is designed to provide a multidisciplinary foundation borrowing from humanities, social sciences, arts, and sciences in the first four terms. The programme’s cross-disciplinary business core builds a foundation and comprehensively covers all business areas in five years. Lectures, classroom discussions, experiential lessons, case analyses, simulations, group projects, internships, and mentorships offer an active and immersive learning environment. Additionally, the programme includes life-skill courses that focus on students’ holistic development as socially responsible professionals. Students will be able to learn and grow in a premier business school and develop the capabilities required for the marketplace.
Application process for IPM admission at IIM Ranchi opens with the IPMAT registration process. Candidates have to apply for IPMAT by the last date. A separate application should be submitted online at IIM Ranchi IPM Admission portal with requisite fee.
Admission to Integrated Programme in management of IIM Ranchi will be based on performance of candidates in the Aptitude Test (IPMAT), Personal Interview (PI) and their Academic profile. The PI process will be conducted by IIM Ranchi. The shortlisting criteria, weightage for different components and the profile scoring method are given below.
All candidates applying for IPM program of IIM Ranchi would also have to fill an online application form on the IIM Ranchi website, which will be used for further evaluation.
Candidates should have passed the 10th standard and the 12th standard (or equivalent) with 60% (55% for candidates from SC/ST/PwD) or more marks. The percentage of marks obtained would be calculated based on the Board’s regulations. In cases where there is no such regulation regarding aggregate marks from the concerned Board, the aggregate marks of all the subjects that appear in the grade sheet will be considered for calculating the final percentage.
IIM Ranchi accepts only the scores of IPMAT (conducted by IIM Indore). The Institute reserves the right to change/modify the admission process/criteria. Prospective candidates are advised to monitor the IIM Ranchi website for the latest updates.
Admission to Integrated Programme in management of IIM Ranchi will be based on performance of candidates in the Aptitude Test (IPMAT), Personal Interview (PI) and their Academic profile. The PI process will be conducted by IIM Ranchi. The shortlisting criteria, weightage for different components and the profile scoring method are given below.
Shortlisting for PI Process: An initial shortlist (from the list of applicants) shall be prepared comprising of candidates who are eligible for the PI process for admission to the IPM of IIM Ranchi. This shortlist will be purely based on performance of the applicants in IPMAT 2024 (conducted by IIM Indore). 50% Weightage will be given to Verbal Ability Marks & 50% weightage will be given to Quants (Quants MCQ & Quants SA Combined).
PI Process: The PI process will be conducted in physical mode at New Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Bangalore & Ranchi. Information about the PI and the dates for the same would be communicated to shortlisted candidates in due course.
Final Admissions: A Consolidated Merit List (CML) would be compiled on the basis of Admission Test Score, PI Score, and Academic Profile Score based on the overall academic performance at the secondary and the higher secondary levels. After the PI, a Consolidated Merit List (CML) would be compiled on the basis of the various components and their corresponding weights
Doctoral Programme in Management (PhD)
The Doctoral Programme (PhD) of the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode is a full-time doctoral programme to be completed in five years. The programme offers opportunities for advanced studies and research in different specializations related to Management Science. The Programme aims to prepare students for careers in teaching and research in management studies and in related disciplines, and for careers in the government, in industry, and in other organizations that require advanced analytical and research capabilities.
The admission process for IIMK PhD programme is detailed as below:
- Based on the information provided by the applicants in their application, the candidates will be shortlisted (on the recommendation of the respective areas) for interview
- Candidates will need to appear in Personal Interview
- Candidates will be admitted to the programme based on a combination of multiple parameters, as also specified by the respective areas.
- Admission Parameters may include applicant's performance in GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, JRF (NET), IIMB Test score, past academic performance, work experience, interview performance etc.
- Registration for the Doctoral Programme will be notified separately on the website.
IIM Kozhikode Doctoral Programme in Management offers specializations in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Human Resource Management, Information Systems, Marketing, Operations Management, Organizational Behaviour, Strategic Management, among others. A candidate can opt for upto 2 specializations.
The programme provides rigorous, world-class, inter-disciplinary training in all areas of business management to equip students with the ability to conduct cutting-edge research of international standard. DPM graduates are crucial source for management researchers and faculty resources in top quality for academic institutions, industry, business, government and society.
Two-thirds of IIM Kozhikode fellows have been placed as faculty members in prestigious National Institutes (like IIM, IIT, NITIE) and in esteemed universities in Europe, North America or Middle East. Other DPM students have received offers from reputed corporate organizations.
Candidates must complete their application through the specified online portal/link of IIMK. Candidates may apply to two academic areas of specialization as part of their application. Such candidates must identify their primary and secondary areas of specialization as part of the application form. The application fee (non-refundable) is Rs.1,000 for applying to a single academic area and Rs.1,500 for applying to two academic areas, which has to be remitted online through the link provided with the application form. For candidates who opt for the IIMB Test, an additional amount of Rs.1,000 on top of the above mentioned application fee will need to be remitted online as the IIMB Test fees.
The eligibility criteria to apply for IIMK Doctoral Programme in Management (PhD) are as follows:
- Post-graduate degree or equivalent in any discipline (including M.A., M.Com., M.E., M.Phil., M.Sc., M.Tech., MBA, MCA, etc.) with at least 55% aggregate (or equivalent)
- Professional qualification such as CA/ICWA/CS along with a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate (or equivalent) in the Bachelor’s degree.
4-year / 8-semester Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 75% aggregate (or equivalent)
- Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwD/NC-OBC/EWS categories will be given a relaxation of 5% (or equivalent) in the minimum eligibility marks mentioned above.
- Those appearing for the final exams can also apply
- Except for those opting for IIMB Test, a candidate applying for Doctoral Programme of IIMK should have a valid test score not older than three years as on the closing date of submission in CAT, GMAT,GRE, GATE, UGC-JRF-NET or any other acceptable exam
IIM Kozhikode PhD final selection Parameters include applicant's performance in GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, JRF (NET) score (as applicable), past academic performance, work experience, area specific test and / or interview performance.