Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (EPGP)
The Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (ePGP) at IIM Raipur is offered to junior, middle, and senior-level professionals and entrepreneurs seeking to develop and demonstrate capabilities that are relevant to the present-day demands of the business. The ePGP is designed in such a way that it minimizes disruption to work and personal pursuits. The Programme is spread over 24 months. IIM Raipur EPGP has 1000+ hours of content delivery (including 900 hours of teaching) spread across six terms which includes online classroom sessions, campus modules, capstone project and mini dissertation. Total content hours of the programme are 1020 hours. Students would be awarded the “Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree” on completing the Two-Year Executive Post Graduate Programme. The Degree will be awarded at the Institute's Annual Convocation.
The Programme objective is to prepare participants for an advanced career in management by giving them a solid foundation in various management topics that are essential for building capabilities to take on the new forms of competition. The Programme offers a blend of various general management theories, soft skills, and analytical methods with real-world business scenario cases. Key benefits of the programme include gaining a general management orientation that coupled with participants’ functional expertise would facilitate them to assume larger roles, Participants gain valuable insights as faculty members share cutting-edge management concepts, global industry trends, business practices and their own practical knowledge to the classroom. The participants learn and contribute to each other’s experiences, discover new perspectives and gain an understanding of diverse functions, industries, organisational practices, and paradigms. The programme has flexibility and convenience owing to the blend of on-campus and online delivery. The programme makes participants contemporary industry-ready.
Eligible candidates should apply online at IIM Raipur ePGP admission portal by paying the requisite fee and enclosing the required documents.
The selection process is designed to ensure significant diversity in academic, business, and cultural backgrounds. Step by Step process for IIM Raipur ePGP admission is as below:
- Submit Application Online
- Applicants will be shortlisted for Personal Interview round based on Academic performance at senior secondary level, Academic performance at Bachelors’ level or equivalent, Work experience and profile (Composite score on work experience varies on the basis of experience of the candidate), Academic and Gender Diversity factor
Personal Interview will be conducted for all the candidates clearing the shortlisting process. The shortlisted candidates will be required to appear before a panel for personal interview. Candidates will be evaluated on 5 parameters namely, Richness of Industry Experience, Communication Skills, Leadership Aptitude, Team Spirit and Ethical Orientation.
The final selection of candidates for enrolment into the programme is based on a composite score, computed based on two parameters, viz., - Personal Interview (50%) and Candidate Profile (50%). The detail of weightages assigned to each parameter is as listed below.
Selected candidates will be offered admission
- An Offer Acceptance fees of Rs.1,00,000 should be paid while accepting the admission offer.
The Executive MBA course offers a blend of various general management theories, soft skills and analytical methods with real world business scenario cases. During this Programme, interaction with peers and faculty will augment many skills, appreciation of differing perspectives, effective communication, conflict management, negotiation, and mobilizing individuals towards common goals-all essential ingredients of effective management practices. The ePGP at IIM Raipur has 1125 hours of content delivery (including 1005 hours of teaching) such that it is spread across six terms (3.5-4 months each) and a mini-term which includes a Mini Dissertation Project and Integrated Business Simulation. The overall goal of the programme is to broaden core leadership competencies to further enhance the professional growth of participants.
IIM Raipur ePGP Program will be of 34 credits spread across 6 terms and a mini term, where 1 credit is equal to 30 hours of classroom contact (equivalent). The whole course is designed to be completed in around 2 years. The Programme will comprise of 450 hours of core courses (15 credits); 150 hours of advanced core courses (5 credits); 300 hours of elective course (10 credits) – Covered in term V & VI; 60 hours of Integrated business simulation project focused on application of managerial concepts in real life setting - 2 credits; 60 hours of Mini dissertation to be carried out under supervision of a faculty member– 2 credits. Total Hours are 1020.
- Fill Online Application Form at IIM Raipur ePGP admission portal
- Pay Rs.2500 towards Application Fee (Non Refundable)
Attach required documents - Passport size photograph, Photo Id Proof (PAN card, Aadhar Card, Driving license etc.), Address Proof (Aadhar Card, Driving license, Rent Agreement etc.), Educational Qualification (10th and 12th Marksheet and Degree Certificate/Transcript), Experience Certificates (Appointment Letter, Salary Slips or Relieving Letter etc.) OR for Business Owners (Minimum 2 yrs of ITR and GST Certificate). Other supporting documents like recent Caste Certificate, GPA equivalency certificate etc. as applicable
- Submit the application form and check that the same is successfully submitted
The selection process is designed to ensure significant diversity in academic, business, and cultural backgrounds. Step by Step process for IIM Raipur ePGP admission is as below:
- Submit Application Online
- Applicants will be shortlisted for Personal Interview round based on Academic performance at senior secondary level, Academic performance at Bachelors’ level or equivalent, Work experience and profile (Composite score on work experience varies on the basis of experience of the candidate), Academic and Gender Diversity factor
- Personal Interview will be conducted for all the candidates clearing the shortlisting process. The shortlisted candidates will be required to appear before a panel for personal interview. Candidates will be evaluated on 5 parameters namely, Richness of Industry Experience, Communication Skills, Leadership Aptitude, Team Spirit and Ethical Orientation.
- The final selection of candidates for enrolment into the programme is based on a composite score, computed based on two parameters, viz., Personal Interview (50%) and Candidate Profile (50%). The detail of weightages assigned to each parameter is as listed below.
Selected candidates will be offered admission
An Offer Acceptance fees of Rs.1,00,000 should be paid while accepting the admission offer.
Executive Post-Graduate Programme-HRM
IIM Raipur offers Executive Post Graduate Programme in Human Resource Management (ePGP-HRM) for junior, middle, and senior-level HR practitioners, aspiring HR professionals, and entrepreneurs seeking to develop and demonstrate capabilities that are relevant to the present-day demands of the business. The Executive Post Graduate Programme in HRM (ePGP HRM) at IIM Raipur is a two-year master's degree Programme offered in a blended mode video, a combination of live synchronous sessions delivered to devices, and face-to-face classes organized on campus. The objective of the Programmes is to impart comprehensive and contemporary education on people strategies and HR competencies. Students would be awarded the “Master of Business Administration (MBA) Degree” on completing the Two-Year Executive Post Graduate Programme in Human Resource Management. The Degree will be awarded at the Institute's Annual Convocation, which is held towards the end of each academic year.
In the post covid era, HR is redefined to handle the new normal work environment. This Programme is designed with a holistic approach to address future HR requirements. Another USP of this Programme is masterclasses by CHROs & HR Practitioners. The Programme covers dedicated masterclass sessions organized by SHRM India, with corporate CHROs and seasoned HR practitioners, who will share with you their experiences of conceiving, implementing, managing, and adapting policies and people initiatives in an ever-changing, challenging, and dynamic work environment. The Programme offers a blend of various general management theories, soft skills, and analytical methods apart from the core HR Management skill.
Step by Step process for IIM Raipur ePGP-HRM admission is as below:
- Submit Application Online
- Applicants will be shortlisted for Personal Interview round based on the screening process, comprising Academic performance at senior secondary level, Academic performance at Bachelors’ level or equivalent, Work experience and profile (Composite score on work experience varies on the basis of experience of the candidate), Academic and Gender Diversity factor
- Online Personal Interview will be conducted for all the candidates clearing the screening process. The shortlisted candidates will be required to appear before a panel for an online personal interview. Candidates will be evaluated on 5 parameters namely, Richness of Industry Experience,
- Communication Skills, Leadership Aptitude, Team Spirit and Ethical Orientation.
- The final selection of candidates for enrolment into the programme is based on a composite score, computed based on two parameters, viz., Personal Interview (50%) and Candidate Profile (50%). The detail of weightages assigned to each parameter is as listed below.
Selected candidates will be offered admission
An Offer Acceptance fees of Rs.1,00,000 should be paid while accepting the admission offer.
- Fill Online Application Form at IIM Raipur ePGP-HRM admission portal
- Pay Rs.2500 towards Application Fee (Non Refundable)
- Attach required documents - Passport size photograph, Photo Id Proof (PAN card, Aadhar Card, Driving license etc.), Address Proof (Aadhar Card,
- Driving license, Rent Agreement etc.), Educational Qualification (10th and 12th Marksheet and Degree Certificate/Transcript), Experience Certificates (Appointment Letter, Salary Slips or Relieving Letter etc.) OR for Business
- Owners (Minimum 2 yrs of ITR and GST Certificate). Other supporting documents like recent Caste Certificate, GPA equivalency certificate etc. as applicable
- Submit the application form and check that the same is successfully submitted
Eligibility for Indian Participants
- Graduate/Bachelors degree (10+2+3 or 10+2+4) or equivalent from a recognized university (UGC/AICTE/DEC/AIU/State Government) in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks.
- Minimum of 3 years of post qualification full-time work experience in Professional/ Managerial/Entrepreneurial role
- Minimum of 25 Years of Age
The minimum academic requirement at Bachelor’s level or equivalent for SC, ST and PwD is 40%
Eligibility for International Participants- Graduation or equivalent degree from any recognized University or Institution in their respective country with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent GPA.
- Minimum of 3 years of post qualification full-time work experience in Professional/ Managerial/Entrepreneurial role
- Minimum of 25 Years of Age
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
The Post-Graduate Programme in Management is the flagship programme of IIM Raipur. The PGP is aimed at providing an overall development of the students and groom them as future business leader to successfully face the challenge of global competition and dynamic market scenario.
The objectives of two year Post-Graduate Programme are to understand the socio-economic, technological, ecological and political environment of India and the world; to hone the problem solving skills, increase the affinity to innovation and the passion for creativity, To develop global mind set to meet the challenges of international and work in a cross-cultural environment, To create socially responsible and globally competitive management graduates who can effectively contribute to inclusive growth of the society, To develop a sense of social purpose for managerial decision-making and to develop leadership capabilities without compromising on ethical values.
The specific outcomes envisaged for the PGP program are Ability to apply knowledge of management theories and practices to solve business problems, Analytical and critical thinking abilities for data-based decision making, Ability to develop value-based leadership ability, Ability to understand, analyze, and communicate global, economic, legal, and ethical aspects of business, Ability to lead themselves and others in the achievement of organizational goals, contributing effectively to a team environment, Ability to develop and sharpen the decision-making skills to resolve business problems, Ability to inculcate and foster creativity and innovation in business environment.
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA program at IIM Raipur is through CAT Exam and IIM CAP PI round. The selection of the candidates for admission to the MBA at IIM Raipur 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 Raipur will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Raipur 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
The PGP extends over a period of two years, involving six trimesters with a summer internship at a prestigious organization. The programme is carefully designed keeping in view the changing needs of the global business scenario.
During the first year, students are exposed to basic concepts in the areas of Marketing, Finance, Quantitative Methods, Operations, Behavioural Sciences and Strategy through the core courses. These lay the foundations for all the functional areas of management and help the students develop an intricate understanding about the different facets involved.
In the second year, students choose from a range of electives to concentrate on functional areas of their interest. The areas offered at present are Finance, Operations, Marketing, Human Resources, Strategy and General Management.
A lot of emphasis during the PGP has been laid on industry based and research projects. The students, over the period of years are expected to conduct research on various aspects of management and subject it to the scrutiny and evaluation of the faculty. This is aimed at increasing the levels of comprehension the students possess in the respective topics.
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 Raipur PGP and other programs and select the interview city. Your application for IIM Raipur admission is submitted. You do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Raipur Admission. After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Raipur as well as IIM CAP website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password.
- IIM Raipur 2 years full time PGP (MBA) 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.
PGDM Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
The closest sibling is the LBSIM Delhi PGDM RBA which shares a machine learning course but adds project management and visual analytics, and which holds NBA accreditation and AIU MBA-equivalence. The PGDM (AI & DS) instead pairs its two machine learning courses with RDBMS & Data Warehousing and a three-trimester capstone. The LBSIM Delhi PGDM General and LBSIM Delhi PGDM Financial Management suit aspirants who prefer a functional management career.
Parameter | PGDM (AI & DS) (this programme) | PGDM (General) | PGDM (FM) | PGDM (RBA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | 2021 | 1995 | 2008 | 2018 |
Seats (2027-29) | 30 | 180 | 60 | 60 |
Year 1 domain-specific core | Machine Learning (Supervised); RDBMS & Data Warehousing; Machine Learning (Unsupervised) | 3 domain-specific core courses from the chosen major | Financial Markets & Institutions; Applied Corporate Finance; Business Valuation | Machine Learning; Project Management; Visual Analytics |
Research component | Capstone project (three trimesters) and Scholarly Research Project | Final Research Project (5 months) | Final Research Project | Scholarly Research Project (research paper) |
Tuition fee, General seat | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh |
NBA accreditation | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
AIU MBA-equivalence | Not listed | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Average CTC, Batch 2024-26 | Rs 12.1 LPA | Rs 12.4 LPA | Rs 12.5 LPA | Rs 12.2 LPA |
Highest CTC, Batch 2024-26 | Rs 14.7 LPA | Rs 24.00 LPA | Rs 17.0 LPA | Rs 15.1 LPA |
LBSIM Delhi PGDM AI & DS 2027-29: Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Admission, Fees, Placements
LBSIM Delhi PGDM AI & DS 2027 admissions are open for 30 seats in the PGDM (Artificial Intelligence & Data Science) at Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management (LBSIM), New Delhi, for Batch 2027-29. The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (AI & DS) is the newest and smallest of the institute's four two-year, full-time PGDM programmes. The General-seat tuition fee for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM (AI & DS) is Rs 17.25 lakh, as per the LBSIM PGDM Admission Brochure 2027. Candidates need a CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT score. The PGDM (AI & DS) Batch 2024-26 recorded an average CTC of Rs 12.1 LPA.
LBSIM added the PGDM (Artificial Intelligence & Data Science) in 2021, making it the most recent programme in its PGDM portfolio. The programme is approved by AICTE and, like all LBSIM PGDM programmes, accredited by AACSB. It has two project components: a capstone project spread over three trimesters and a Scholarly Research Project. Class size is limited to 30 seats, the smallest intake at LBSIM. The institute hosted a National AI & DS Conference on 24 January 2026. Students also take part in the compulsory Rural Immersion and Outbound Leadership Programme that every LBSIM PGDM student completes. Dr Ekta Singhal is the Chairperson of the PGDM (AI & DS).
The LBSIM PGDM AI and DS admission process for Batch 2027-29 has four stages: an entrance exam, an online application, shortlisting on a composite score, and an Extempore and Personal Interview. The main points for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM AI and DS 2027 intake are summarised below.
- Eligibility: a bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2, in any discipline, with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent, from a UGC or AIU recognised university. Final-year students can apply provisionally.
- Exams accepted: CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT (score dated 1 January 2023 to 31 January 2027). CMAT, MAT, NMAT, SNAP and ATMA are not accepted.
- Application and cost: apply online at forms.lbsim.ac.in, or offline at the Dwarka campus. The application fee is Rs 1,500 until 15 November 2026 and Rs 2,200 from 16 November 2026.
- Key dates: applications close in December 2026 (exact date awaited); the Extempore and Personal Interview are in February to March 2027, results in March 2027 and the programme begins in June 2027 (all tentative).
- Shortlisting and cut off: LBSIM builds a composite score from the exam score, past academics, work experience and application details. The LBSIM PGDM General cut off is not published in advance.
- Selection weightage: the entrance exam score carries 60% weight; past academics, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience together carry 40%.
- Confirming the seat: selected candidates complete the LBSIM PGDM AI and DS admission by paying the fee between March and June 2027 (tentative).
LBSIM added the PGDM (Artificial Intelligence & Data Science) in 2021, making it the most recent programme in its PGDM portfolio. The programme is approved by AICTE and, like all LBSIM PGDM programmes, accredited by AACSB. It has two project components: a capstone project spread over three trimesters and a Scholarly Research Project. Class size is limited to 30 seats, the smallest intake at LBSIM. The institute hosted a National AI & DS Conference on 24 January 2026. Students also take part in the compulsory Rural Immersion and Outbound Leadership Programme that every LBSIM PGDM student completes. Dr Ekta Singhal is the Chairperson of the PGDM (AI & DS).
Stage | Key Courses |
|---|---|
Foundation (before Trimester I) | Basic Business Communication; Basic Accounting; Basic MS Excel; Basic Statistics; Bloomberg Market Concepts; Understanding Entrepreneurship |
Year 1 (Trimesters I to III) | 23 courses (8 + 8 + 7), including the domain-specific core: Machine Learning (Supervised); RDBMS & Data Warehousing; Machine Learning (Unsupervised) |
Summer internship | 8 to 10 weeks after Trimester III |
Year 2 (Trimesters IV to VI) | 5 core courses + 7 specialisation electives + 1 open elective |
Projects | Capstone project (three trimesters); Scholarly Research Project |
Experiential credits | Rural Immersion (3 credits); International Immersion, Leadership and Social (3 credits) |
Total | 120 credits |
LBSIM PGDM AI & DS Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- Any bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2, with 50% aggregate marks or equivalent. LBSIM does not restrict the discipline.
- The degree must come from a UGC or AIU recognised university in India or abroad.
- A CAT 2026 or XAT 2027 score, or a GMAT score dated 1 January 2023 to 31 January 2027.
- Students in the final year of their degree can apply provisionally
- Shortlist based on the composite score.
- Extempore.
- Personal Interview: on campus for candidates in Delhi, online for outstation candidates.
Selection weightage: In the final selection for the PGDM (AI & DS), LBSIM Delhi gives 60% weight to the entrance exam score. A combined 40% covers past academic performance, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience together. LBSIM has not published how this 40% is divided, and it keeps the option to modify the process as circumstances require.
The LBSIM brochure states that the institute awards full merit-cum-means scholarships to selected EWS and meritorious students, and this applies to PGDM (AI & DS) students too. The number of scholarships is not stated. Any refund is governed by AICTE regulations.
MBA Business Analytics
MBA Business Analytics program at IIM Amritsar is a 2 year full time management programme. MBA BA programme is aimed at developing professionals who will be able to manage all functions and levels of businesses using their analytical and managerial knowledge and skills. The main skills considered in the design of course curriculum are Business Analytics Skills, Management skills and Industry specific skills.
Application process for admission at IIM Amritsar 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 Amritsar Admission at this stage.
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA BA program at IIM Amritsar is through CAT Exam and PI round. The selection of the candidates for admission to the MBA Business Analytics at IIM Amritsar is a three-step process- Pre shortlisting, Shortlisting, and participation in PI round
In the first step, candidates are screened as per the IIM Amritsar admission policy on performance in CAT exam and in the second step they are considered on various parameters for shortlisting for 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. After the PI round, IIM Amritsar prepares merit list for final admission as per its final selection weightages. Detailed Admission process is as below:
The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for PI round conducted by IIM Amritsar.
Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and have their interest and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
After the PI round, IIM Amritsar will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Amritsar to successful candidates.
The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI 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
MBA Business Analytics program curriculum focuses to develop professionals who will be able to manage all functions and levels of businesses using their analytical and managerial knowledge and skills. The First Year of the program offers a 2-week compulsory preparatory program for students to enhance their readiness for the MBA BA program; an Orientation program to familiarize students to the IIM way of learning and acquaints them with the infrastructure, services, and student activities at IIM Amritsar. The first year courses are compulsory and provide basic conceptual knowledge and analytical tools in different functional areas of management. All students undergo eight to ten weeks of summer internship after first year of the program. Summer internship helps students to apply their first year learning by doing organizationally sponsored projects. Student performance in their summer internships often result in final placement offers.
Second-year MBA BA comprises core courses in data analytics and the electives in Business Analytics spread across fourth, fifth and sixth term of the program. Students can also choose elective courses from among area specializations like Marketing, Finance & Accounting, Information Systems & Analytics, Production & Quantitative Methods, Business Strategy, Economics, and Communication. Additionally, students will also be required to go through a compulsory Capstone Project in the second year under the guidance of Institute faculty.
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 Amritsar MBA Business Analytics and other programs and select the interview city. Your application for IIM Amritsar admission is submitted. At this stage, you do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Amritsar Admission. After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Amritsar website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password. You may need to register at IIM Amritsar website to reconfirm your interest for IIM Amritsar admission
- IIM Amritsar 2 years full time MBA Business Analytics 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
The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for PI round conducted by IIM Amritsar.
Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and have their interest and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
After the PI round, IIM Amritsar will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Amritsar to successful candidates.
The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI 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
PGDM Research and Business Analytics
The PGDM (RBA) and the [LINK: LBSIM Delhi PGDM AI and Data Science both lean on machine learning. The RBA adds project management and visual analytics, and it holds NBA accreditation and AIU MBA-equivalence. Aspirants who prefer a broader base can compare it with the LBSIM Delhi PGDM General or the LBSIM Delhi PGDM Financial Management
Parameter | PGDM (RBA) (this programme) | PGDM (General) | PGDM (FM) | PGDM (AI & DS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | 2018 | 1995 | 2008 | 2021 |
Seats (2027-29) | 60 | 180 | 60 | 30 |
Year 1 domain-specific core | Machine Learning; Project Management; Visual Analytics | 3 domain-specific core courses from the chosen major | Financial Markets & Institutions; Applied Corporate Finance; Business Valuation | Machine Learning (Supervised); RDBMS & Data Warehousing; Machine Learning (Unsupervised) |
Research component | Scholarly Research Project (research paper) | Final Research Project (5 months) | Final Research Project | Capstone project (three trimesters) and Scholarly Research Project |
Tuition fee, General seat | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh |
NBA accreditation | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
AIU MBA-equivalence | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not listed |
Average CTC, Batch 2024-26 | Rs 12.2 LPA | Rs 12.4 LPA | Rs 12.5 LPA | Rs 12.1 LPA |
Highest CTC, Batch 2024-26 | Rs 15.1 LPA | Rs 24.00 LPA | Rs 17.0 LPA | Rs 14.7 LPA |
LBSIM Delhi PGDM RBA 2027-29: Research & Business Analytics Admission, Fees, Placements
LBSIM Delhi PGDM RBA 2027 admissions are open for 60 seats in the PGDM (Research & Business Analytics) at Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management (LBSIM), New Delhi, for Batch 2027-29. The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (RBA) is a two-year, full-time programme that joins management education with machine learning, visual analytics and a formal research paper. Tuition for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM (RBA) is Rs 17.25 lakh on a General seat, as per the LBSIM PGDM Admission Brochure 2027. Entry is through CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT. The PGDM (RBA) Batch 2024-26 recorded an average CTC of Rs 12.2 LPA.
LBSIM introduced the PGDM (Research & Business Analytics) in 2018 for students who want to work with data and research methods inside a management degree. The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (RBA) is approved by AICTE, accredited by AACSB and NBA, and recognised by AIU as equivalent to an MBA. What sets the programme apart is the Scholarly Research Project, which is written up as a research paper rather than a standard project report. Students use LBSIM's Analytics Lab, which runs IBM SPSS, IBM Amos, NVivo, Smart-PLS and EViews. Like every LBSIM PGDM, the programme includes a compulsory Rural Immersion and Outbound Leadership Programme. The PGDM (RBA) Chairperson is Dr Hasanuzzaman, who is from the Operations & Business Analytics area.
The LBSIM PGDM R & BA admission process for Batch 2027-29 has four stages: an entrance exam, an online application, shortlisting on a composite score, and an Extempore and Personal Interview. The main points for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM R & BA 2027 intake are summarised below.
- Eligibility: a bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2, in any discipline, with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent, from a UGC or AIU recognised university. Final-year students can apply provisionally.
- Exams accepted: CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT (score dated 1 January 2023 to 31 January 2027). CMAT, MAT, NMAT, SNAP and ATMA are not accepted.
- Application and cost: apply online at forms.lbsim.ac.in, or offline at the Dwarka campus. The application fee is Rs 1,500 until 15 November 2026 and Rs 2,200 from 16 November 2026.
- Key dates: applications close in December 2026 (exact date awaited); the Extempore and Personal Interview are in February to March 2027, results in March 2027 and the programme begins in June 2027 (all tentative).
- Shortlisting and cut off: LBSIM builds a composite score from the exam score, past academics, work experience and application details. The LBSIM PGDM General cut off is not published in advance.
- Selection weightage: the entrance exam score carries 60% weight; past academics, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience together carry 40%.
- Confirming the seat: selected candidates complete the LBSIM PGDM R & BA admission by paying the fee between March and June 2027 (tentative).
The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (RBA) is delivered over six trimesters for a total of 120 credits. Its first-year domain-specific core is made up of Machine Learning, Project Management and Visual Analytics, taught within a first year of 23 courses. Students then complete a summer internship of 8 to 10 weeks. The second year has five core courses, seven specialisation electives and one open elective, and ends with the Scholarly Research Project.
Stage | Key Courses |
|---|---|
Foundation (before Trimester I) | Basic Business Communication; Basic Accounting; Basic MS Excel; Basic Statistics; Bloomberg Market Concepts; Understanding Entrepreneurship |
Year 1 (Trimesters I to III) | 23 courses (8 + 8 + 7), including the domain-specific core: Machine Learning; Project Management; Visual Analytics |
Summer internship | 8 to 10 weeks after Trimester III |
Year 2 (Trimesters IV to VI) | 5 core courses + 7 specialisation electives + 1 open elective |
Research | Scholarly Research Project (research paper) |
Experiential credits | Rural Immersion (3 credits); International Immersion, Leadership and Social (3 credits) |
Total | 120 credits |
Application for LBSIM Delhi admission can be submitted Offline as well as Online as under:
- Go to forms.lbsim.ac.in and create a login for the PGDM application form 2027.
- Enter personal, academic and work experience details, along with your entrance exam information.
- Pay the application fee through card, net banking or UPI. It is Rs 1,500 up to 15 November 2026 and Rs 2,200 after that date.
- If you prefer to apply offline, collect the form from the Admission Coordinator at LBSIM, Dwarka, and pay by cash or demand draft.
- Submit before the last date in December 2026 and watch the LBSIM website for the shortlist.
LBSIM PGDM Research & Business Analytics Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- A three-year (or longer) bachelor's degree after 10+2 with at least 50% aggregate or equivalent. Graduates of any discipline can apply.
- The degree should be from a university recognised by UGC or AIU, in India or overseas.
- A score in CAT 2026 or XAT 2027, or a GMAT score from a test taken between 1 January 2023 and 31 January 2027.
- Final-year graduates are considered provisionally.
- Composite-score shortlist.
- Extempore.
- Personal Interview, in person at the campus for Delhi-based candidates and online for others.
Selection weightage: LBSIM Delhi assigns 60% of the final selection weight for the PGDM (RBA) to the CAT, XAT or GMAT score. The other 40% is one combined share covering prior academic performance, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience. The institute has not published a component-wise split of the 40%, and it notes that the process may change with circumstances.
According to the LBSIM brochure, the institute gives full merit-cum-means scholarships to selected EWS and meritorious students, and PGDM (RBA) students are covered by the same scheme. The brochure does not give the number of awards or the income limits, so applicants should confirm the details with the LBSIM admission office. Refunds follow AICTE regulations, and the LBSIM website has an information page on education loans.
PGDM Financial Management
All 388 students of the LBSIM Delhi PGDM Batch 2025-27 were placed for summer internships in 2026, with over 110 companies, including more than 40 new ones. The highest summer stipend was Rs 1,60,000 for two months. Marketing roles took 237 interns and finance roles 118.
Metric | Value |
|---|---|
Batch | PGDM 2025-27 |
Students placed | 388 (100%) |
Companies | Over 110 (40+ new) |
Highest stipend (two months) | Rs 1,60,000 |
Average stipend | Rs 44,185 |
Median stipend | Rs 40,000 |
Duration | 8 to 10 weeks |
Sector split (students) | BFSI 128 (33%); Others 109 (28%); FMCG/FMCD 55 (14%); Research & Consulting 42 (11%); Engineering & Durables 28 (7%); IT/ITES 26 (7%) |
Domain split (students) | Marketing 237; Finance 118; Consulting 17; Operations & IT 9; HR 7 |
LBSIM Delhi PGDM Financial Management 2027-29: Admission, Fees, Curriculum and Placements
LBSIM Delhi PGDM Financial Management 2027 admissions cover 60 seats in the two-year, full-time PGDM (Financial Management) at Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management (LBSIM), New Delhi, for Batch 2027-29. The PGDM (FM) is built around finance, with first-year courses in financial markets, corporate finance and business valuation. The tuition fee for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM (FM) is Rs 17.25 lakh on a General seat, the same as the institute's other PGDM programmes. The PGDM (FM) Batch 2024-26 recorded an average CTC of Rs 12.5 LPA, the highest programme average at LBSIM in Placement 2026.
LBSIM started the PGDM (Financial Management) in 2008, thirteen years after the institute opened its PGDM (General). NBA first accredited the finance programme in 2013, and the accreditation for the PGDM (FM) was renewed in 2025. The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (FM) is approved by AICTE, accredited by AACSB and recognised by AIU as equivalent to an MBA. Unlike the PGDM (General), students do not wait for a second-year major: finance courses start in the first year. Classes use the institute's Bloomberg Lab, which has 12 terminals and was set up in 2015. LBSIM lists the Bloomberg Market Concepts, Bloomberg Finance Fundamentals and ESG certifications among the credentials students can earn. Dr Smita Dayal chairs the programme.
The LBSIM PGDM FM admission process for Batch 2027-29 has four stages: an entrance exam, an online application, shortlisting on a composite score, and an Extempore and Personal Interview. The main points for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM General 2027 intake are summarised below.
- Eligibility: a bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2, in any discipline, with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent, from a UGC or AIU recognised university. Final-year students can apply provisionally.
- Exams accepted: CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT (score dated 1 January 2023 to 31 January 2027). CMAT, MAT, NMAT, SNAP and ATMA are not accepted.
- Application and cost: apply online at forms.lbsim.ac.in, or offline at the Dwarka campus. The application fee is Rs 1,500 until 15 November 2026 and Rs 2,200 from 16 November 2026.
- Key dates: applications close in December 2026 (exact date awaited); the Extempore and Personal Interview are in February to March 2027, results in March 2027 and the programme begins in June 2027 (all tentative).
- Shortlisting and cut off: LBSIM builds a composite score from the exam score, past academics, work experience and application details. The LBSIM PGDM General cut off is not published in advance.
- Selection weightage: the entrance exam score carries 60% weight; past academics, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience together carry 40%.
- Confirming the seat: selected candidates complete the LBSIM PGDM General admission by paying the fee between March and June 2027 (tentative).
The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (FM) follows the six-trimester, 120-credit structure used across LBSIM. Three finance courses form the domain-specific core of the first year: Financial Markets & Institutions, Applied Corporate Finance and Business Valuation. They sit alongside the other first-year courses, which total 23. After Trimester III, students spend 8 to 10 weeks on a summer internship. The second year combines five core courses with seven specialisation electives and one open elective, and a Final Research Project runs through the last three trimesters.
Stage | Key Courses |
|---|---|
Foundation (before Trimester I) | Basic Business Communication; Basic Accounting; Basic MS Excel; Basic Statistics; Bloomberg Market Concepts; Understanding Entrepreneurship |
Year 1 (Trimesters I to III) | 23 courses (8 + 8 + 7), including the domain-specific core: Financial Markets & Institutions; Applied Corporate Finance; Business Valuation |
Summer internship | 8 to 10 weeks after Trimester III |
Year 2 (Trimesters IV to VI) | 5 core courses + 7 specialisation electives + 1 open elective |
Research | Final Research Project (Trimesters IV to VI) |
Experiential credits | Rural Immersion (3 credits); International Immersion, Leadership and Social (3 credits) |
Total | 120 credits |
1. Register on the LBSIM application portal, forms.lbsim.ac.in.
2. Fill in the PGDM application form 2027 with your academic record and your CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT details.
3. Pay Rs 1,500 if you apply by 15 November 2026, or Rs 2,200 from 16 November 2026, by card, net banking or UPI.
4. An offline form is also available from the Admission Coordinator at the Dwarka campus, payable in cash or by demand draft.
5. Submit before the December 2026 last date and track the shortlist on the LBSIM website.
LBSIM PGDM Financial Management Admission Eligibility Criteria have following key requirements:
- Graduation in any discipline, with a degree of at least three years after 10+2 and 50% aggregate marks or equivalent.
- The university must be recognised by UGC or AIU, in India or abroad. A commerce or finance degree is not required.
- A CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT score. GMAT scores must be dated between 1 January 2023 and 31 January 2027.
- Candidates in the final year of graduation are eligible on a provisional basis
- Candidates apply through the LBSIM PGDM application form 2027 with a CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT score.
- The shortlist is based on the entrance score, academic record, work experience and application form details.
- An Extempore and a Personal Interview follow, and offers are made after the result in March 2027 (tentative).
Selected EWS and meritorious students admitted to the LBSIM Delhi PGDM (FM) are eligible for full merit-cum-means scholarships, according to the LBSIM brochure. The brochure does not state how many scholarships are given, and the LBSIM website carries a separate information page on education loans. Refunds, if any, are made under AICTE regulations.
PGDM General
All four LBSIM PGDM programmes charge the same tuition fee, so the choice rests on focus, class size and the first-year domain courses. The PGDM (General) is the only one that lets a student pick the major, while the LBSIM Delhi PGDM Financial Management, LBSIM Delhi PGDM Research and Business Analytics and LBSIM Delhi PGDM AI and Data Science fix the domain from day one.
Parameter | PGDM (General) (this programme) | PGDM (FM) | PGDM (RBA) | PGDM (AI & DS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Launched | 1995 | 2008 | 2018 | 2021 |
Seats (2027-29) | 180 | 60 | 60 | 30 |
Year 1 domain-specific core | 3 domain-specific core courses from the chosen major | Financial Markets & Institutions; Applied Corporate Finance; Business Valuation | Machine Learning; Project Management; Visual Analytics | Machine Learning (Supervised); RDBMS & Data Warehousing; Machine Learning (Unsupervised) |
Research component | Final Research Project (5 months) | Final Research Project | Scholarly Research Project (research paper) | Capstone project (three trimesters) and Scholarly Research Project |
Tuition fee, General seat | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh | Rs 17.25 lakh |
NBA accreditation | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
AIU MBA-equivalence | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not listed |
Average CTC, Batch 2024-26 | Rs 12.4 LPA | Rs 12.5 LPA | Rs 12.2 LPA | Rs 12.1 LPA |
Highest CTC, Batch 2024-26 | Rs 24.00 LPA | Rs 17.0 LPA | Rs 15.1 LPA | Rs 14.7 LPA |
LBSIM Delhi PGDM General 2027 admissions are open for the Batch 2027-29 of the flagship two-year, full-time Post Graduate Diploma in Management at Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management (LBSIM), New Delhi. The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (General) has 180 seats, the largest intake among the four PGDM programmes offered by the institute. The tuition fee for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM (General) is Rs 17.25 lakh for a General seat, as per the LBSIM PGDM Admission Brochure 2027. Candidates are selected on the basis of CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT scores, followed by an Extempore and a Personal Interview. The PGDM (General) Batch 2024-26 recorded an average CTC of Rs 12.4 LPA.
LBSIM launched the PGDM (General) in 1995, the year the institute was founded, which makes it the oldest of the four PGDM programmes on the Dwarka campus. The programme is approved by AICTE and accredited by AACSB. NBA first accredited the PGDM (General) in 2007, and the accreditation was renewed in 2025. AIU recognises the LBSIM Delhi PGDM (General) as equivalent to an MBA. Students pick a major from six functional areas, so the programme suits aspirants who want a broad management base before choosing a career track. Two ten-day experiential modules are compulsory: a Rural Immersion with NGOs and an Outbound Leadership Programme with the Tata Steel Adventure Foundation. Dr Jaya Mamta Prosad is the Chairperson of the programme.
The LBSIM PGDM General admission process for Batch 2027-29 has four stages: an entrance exam, an online application, shortlisting on a composite score, and an Extempore and Personal Interview. The main points for the LBSIM Delhi PGDM General 2027 intake are summarised below.
- Eligibility: a bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2, in any discipline, with at least 50% aggregate marks or equivalent, from a UGC or AIU recognised university. Final-year students can apply provisionally.
- Exams accepted: CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT (score dated 1 January 2023 to 31 January 2027). CMAT, MAT, NMAT, SNAP and ATMA are not accepted.
- Application and cost: apply online at forms.lbsim.ac.in, or offline at the Dwarka campus. The application fee is Rs 1,500 until 15 November 2026 and Rs 2,200 from 16 November 2026.
- Key dates: applications close in December 2026 (exact date awaited); the Extempore and Personal Interview are in February to March 2027, results in March 2027 and the programme begins in June 2027 (all tentative).
- Shortlisting and cut off: LBSIM builds a composite score from the exam score, past academics, work experience and application details. The LBSIM PGDM General cut off is not published in advance.
- Selection weightage: the entrance exam score carries 60% weight; past academics, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience together carry 40%.
- Confirming the seat: selected candidates complete the LBSIM PGDM General admission by paying the fee between March and June 2027 (tentative).
The LBSIM Delhi PGDM (General) runs over six trimesters and carries 120 credits. Before Trimester I, every student completes a foundation module that includes Bloomberg Market Concepts and basic statistics. The first year has 23 courses, of which three are domain-specific core courses linked to the chosen major. A summer internship of 8 to 10 weeks follows Trimester III. In the second year, a student builds a major from the three domain-specific core courses and four specialisation electives, adds minor or free electives, and completes a five-month Final Research Project.
Stage | Key Courses |
|---|---|
Foundation (before Trimester I) | Basic Business Communication; Basic Accounting; Basic MS Excel; Basic Statistics; Bloomberg Market Concepts; Understanding Entrepreneurship |
Year 1 (Trimesters I to III) | 23 courses (8 + 8 + 7), including 3 domain-specific core courses from the chosen major |
Summer internship | 8 to 10 weeks after Trimester III |
Year 2 (Trimesters IV to VI) | 5 core courses + 7 specialisation electives + 1 open elective |
Major and minor | Major = 3 domain-specific core + 4 specialisation electives; minor or free electives = 3; open elective = 1 |
Research | Final Research Project, 5 months (Trimesters IV to VI) |
Experiential credits | Rural Immersion (3 credits); International Immersion, Leadership and Social (3 credits) |
Total | 120 credits |
In short, the LBSIM PGDM General curriculum pairs a common first year with a major of the student's choice in the second year.
Application for LBSIM Delhi admission can be submitted Online as under:
- Visit forms.lbsim.ac.in and open the PGDM application form 2027.
- Fill in your academic, entrance exam and work experience details in the form.
- Pay the application fee online by card, net banking or UPI: Rs 1,500 until 15 November 2026 and Rs 2,200 from 16 November 2026.
- Candidates who prefer a paper form can collect it from the Admission Coordinator at the Dwarka campus and pay by cash or demand draft.
- Submit the form before the last date and keep your CAT, XAT or GMAT scorecard ready for the interview stage.
- A bachelor's degree of at least three years after 10+2, in any discipline, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks or equivalent.
- The degree must be from a UGC or AIU recognised university in India or abroad.
- A valid CAT 2026, XAT 2027 or GMAT score (GMAT taken between 1 January 2023 and 31 January 2027).
- Final-year students can apply provisionally
- Shortlisting on the composite score described above.
- Extempore round, conducted by LBSIM.
- Personal Interview, held on campus for candidates from Delhi and online for outstation candidates.
Selection weightage: For the PGDM (General), LBSIM gives the entrance exam score 60% weight in the final selection. The remaining 40% is a combined share for past academic performance, the Extempore, the Personal Interview and work experience. LBSIM has not published a separate split within this 40%. The institute states that the process may be modified in view of the circumstances prevailing at the time.
LBSIM offers full merit-cum-means scholarships to selected EWS and meritorious students. The number of awards and the selection rules for Batch 2027-29 are not listed in the brochure, so applicants should ask the admission office when they apply. Fee refunds follow AICTE regulations.
Master of Business Administration
Master of Business Administration program at IIM Amritsar is a full-time two-year residential program in General Management with a summer internship in between. Each academic year begins around June/July and ends around March and comprises of three terms each. MBA program is designed to Prepare students for success in career and life by becoming self-driven lifelong learners; Develop analytical, communication, managerial and leadership competencies; Understand management of businesses in highly complex and uncertain environments; Have a global perspective and entrepreneurial acumen;mHandle current and emerging business issues especially application of information and communication technology, sustainability of business, human rights; Manage business based on values, fairness and justice
Application process for admission at IIM Amritsar 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 Amritsar Admission at this stage.
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for MBA program at IIM Amritsar is through CAT Exam and PI round. The selection of the candidates for admission to the MBA at IIM Amritsar is a three-step process- Pre shortlisting, Shortlisting, and participation in PI round
In the first step, candidates are screened as per the IIM Amritsar admission policy on performance in CAT exam and in the second step they are considered on various parameters for shortlisting for 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. After the PI round, IIM Amritsar prepares merit list for final admission as per its final selection weightages. Detailed Admission process is as below:
The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for PI round conducted by IIM Amritsar.
Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and have their interest and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
After the PI round, IIM Amritsar will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Amritsar to successful candidates.
The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI 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
IIM Amritsar MBA program imparts foundational functional knowledge of management in its first year and offers integrative and specialization courses in the second year. The program offers opportunity to develop global perspective thorough international market exploration.
The First Year of the program offers a 2-week compulsory preparatory program for selected students to enhance their readiness for the MBA program; an Orientation program to familiarize students to the IIM way of learning and acquaints them with the infrastructure, services, and student activities at IIM Amritsar. The first year courses are compulsory and provide basic conceptual knowledge and analytical tools in different functional areas of management. All students undergo eight to ten weeks of summer internship after first year of the program. Summer internship helps students to apply their first year learning by doing organizationally sponsored projects. Student performance in their summer internships often result in final placement offers.
Second year of MBA comprises of integrative and elective courses in various areas of specialization spread out over the fourth, fifth, and sixth terms of the program. Students also have the option of subscribing to a course in international market exploration where they are exposed to businesses and markets in a select group of foreign countries. Students can choose courses from among areas of specialization like Marketing, Finance and Accounting, Information Systems and Analytics, Production and Quantitative Methods, Human Resources Management, Business Strategy, Economics, Communication, and Organizational Behavior
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 Amritsar MBA and other programs and select the interview city. Your application for IIM Amritsar admission is submitted. At this stage, you do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Amritsar Admission. After declaration of CAT exam result, you can check at IIM Amritsar website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password. You may need to register at IIM Amritsar website to reconfirm your interest for IIM Amritsar admission
- IIM Amritsar 2 years full time MBA 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
- The candidate must have appeared and scored the minimum required percentile in CAT. Candidates are short-listed for PI round conducted by IIM Amritsar.
- Candidates are shortlisted from among the candidates who have a valid CAT score, who have applied to the programme and have their interest and who satisfy the eligibility criteria for the programme
- After the PI round, IIM Amritsar will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Amritsar to successful candidates.
- The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI 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
MBA Rural Management (MBA RM)
Welingkar Mumbai is a leading MBA college in India that offers 2 years full time AICTE Approved MBA equivalent PGDM Programs including PGDM Rural Management. Read latest information on Welingkar Mumbai PGDM E Business program including Curriculum, Fees, Placements and much more. Welingkar Mumbai Admission 2026 is open. Apply Now.
Welingkar Mumbai PGDM Rural Management Program is designed keeping in mind the following business and social context:
- Professionally trained and skilled Managers with Rural perspective are essential to create and manage businesses, aiming for long term sustained growth, for rural-facing companies, cooperatives, development sector organisations and government agencies etc.
- Thus, professionally trained and skilled managers with rural perspective become potential growth catalysts for India, rural India in particular.
WeSchool's PGDM Rural Management program aims to develop a young cadre of market-ready Rural Managers for these challenging opportunities.
- The Rural Management program graduates have wider career scope across industry verticals due to in-built features of the program which develop in them broader adaptability, holistic view, higher tenacity, empathy, grassroots level knowledge of rural India and expanding rural markets across the country.
- Since the start of the Rural Management program in 2012 at WeSchool, it has been well received by both students and recruiters, as seen from students' preference and recruitment trends.
Contrary to popular belief, the career prospects for MBAs in the Rural market space span much beyond agri-business and spread across various industries and sectors such as BFSI & Fintech Companies, FMCG & consumer durables, IT & ITES, Telecom, Manufacturing, Energy, Infrastructure, E-Commerce and other Digital domain companies to name a few.
To participate in Welingkar Mumbai PGDM Rural Management Admission 2026 process, you need to apply to Welingkar Mumbai and also appear in acceptable MBA entrance exam. Below are important details.
Step 1 - Apply for Welingkar Admission: Candidates interested in taking admission for Welingkar MBA program should start by filling the application form.
Step 2 - Take CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/ATMA exams: Candidates must take MBA entrance exam to be admitted to the program of their choice.
Step 3 – Appear in Personal Interview: The shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in Psychometric Test and Personal Interview
Step 4 – Submit Fees: If you have been offered admission, then the last step is the complete the fees payment with the deadline.
WeSchool follows a Profile based admission selection process assigns significant value to academic performances, work experience, Group Discussion, Personal Interview along with the written test scores.
WeSchool PGDM Rural Management Curriculum highlights are:
- The program will enable students to work effectively in management roles in rural businesses / industry verticals in existing and emerging markets in finance, sales, marketing, and operations.
- The program will provide ability to develop empathy, tenacity, multitasking skills, and ability to communicate with rural communities as well as business functionaries in rural focused companies.
- The program will enable students to actively contribute to value creation that requires cutting edge knowledge of the sector and effective use of empowering technologies for rural communities.
Step by step Welingkar PGDM Rural Management program application process is given below:
Step 1 - Register yourself - Create an account to get started with the application process.
Step 2 - Verify OTP - Enter the OTP sent to your registered email or phone to verify.
Step 3 - Pay Registration Fee - Complete your registration by paying the application fee online.
Step 4 - Fill Application form online - Complete your application by filling out all required details.
Step 5 - Upload required documents - Provide the necessary documents to support your application.
Welingkar Admissions 2026 is open. Apply Now.
Education Requirements: Graduate with a minimum 50% in Bachelor’s Degree exam from a recognized university. (Final year students awaiting their results may also apply
Work Experience: Not Mandatory
Exam Accepted: CAT (2025), XAT (2026), GMAT (2023 onwards), ATMA (2026), CMAT (2026).
Welingkar Mumbai PGDM Rural Management program admission is based on a Profile-based selection process that assigns different weightages to MBA entrance exam scores, prior academic performances, work experience, Group Discussion, Personal Interview along with the written test scores. Expected weightages are given below.
Welingkar Mumbai is a leading MBA college that offers 2-years full-time AICTE Approved MBA-equivalent PGDM General, PGDM Business Analytics, PGDM Healthcare Management, PGDM Rural Management and other specialized programs. Welingkar MBA Fees for 2 years is Rs 14 lakhs and offers good placements. Welingkar Mumbai Admission 2025 is open Apply Now. Read latest information on Welingkar Scholarships in this article.
Welingkar Mumbai scholarships are offered to meritorious and needy students. Read below the Prin L.N Welingkar Institute of Management, Development & Research (WeSchool) Mumbai Scholarships details including Welingkar Mumbai Scholarships Eligibility Criteria, Welingkar Mumbai Scholarships Amount, Welingkar Scholarships Benefits and more:
Type of Welingkar Scholarships Offered: Welingkar offers many Institute based Merit Scholarships and Corporate Sponsored scholarships to students in 1st and 2nd year of the MBA courses to support them to pursue the management program with reduced financial burden. Welingkar offers need based scholarships to meritorious students and to the students of reserved category as below:
Welingkar Mumbai Scholarships Benefits: Welingkar Mumbai Scholarship benefits are:
Covers Welingkar Mumbai Fee: Welingkar Mumbai scholarships help to cover a significant portion of Welingkar PGDM fees
Support in Living Expenses: Welingkar Scholarships help in getting the scholarship amount that would cover the living expenses at the B school
Industry Connect Opportunities: Welingkar Mumbai 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.
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