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.
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
Integrated Programme in Management (IPM)
IIM Bodh Gaya started five years integrated programme in management (IPM) from academic session 2021. The programme is meant for students who have passed class 12 and wish to pursue MBA from the best B-schools. The first three year of IPM programme would focus on undergraduate management degree programme BBA and on successful completion the BBA, the students will automatically be promoted to IIM Bodh Gaya MBA programme without bothering for CAT or any other MBA entrance exam. The curriculum of IPM programme would offer experiential learning, international immersion and a holistic course curriculum. The objective of the programme is to prepare young students from a foundation level for taking up leadership positions in corporates/government organizations. The IPM program is intended to make students to have a global perspective towards management practice. With an early induction to the programme and a rigorous and holistic curriculum, the IPM students will demonstrate problem solving skills supported by appropriate analytical techniques and will use ethical and socially conscious judgement while analysing business situations.
Candidates successfully completing the course requirement of integrated programme in management would be awarded Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Business Administration by IIM Bodh Gaya. Candidates opting for exit after completing the requirement of first three years, would be awarded Bachelor of Business Administration.
Eligible Students should apply online for IIM Bodh Gaya IPM Admission. Candidates have to apply for JIPMAT exam with an application fee of Rs. 2000/-. There is no separate application fee to apply to IIM Bodhgaya IPM Admission.
The admission process for IIM Bodh Gaya IPM Programme is based on JIPMAT exam score and gender diversity. There is no Personal Interview Round for shortlisted students. Key components of IIM Bodh Gaya IPM admission process are:
- Apply and Appear in Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test (JIPMAT) to be conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA)
- You should score above 50% in each section of JIPMAT to get shortlisted for final selection
- No Personal Interview will be conducted to select the students
- The candidates, who score more than or equal to category-wise sectional percentile 30, will be eligible for the Merit List
- Sectional raw scores will be subjected to minimum qualifying requirements also. This will be decided after the result based on the available pool of the candidates.
- The criteria for preparing the merit list will be based on the composite score comprising the weightage of JIPMAT score and gender diversity
Tie-Breaking rule to Prepare Merit List
If the overall composite scores of two or more students are found same, then they will be ranked on the following basis:
- Overall JIPMAT score: Higher score will be ranked higher
- VARC section score: Higher score will be ranked higher
- QA section score: Higher score will be ranked higher
- DILR section score: Higher score will be ranked higher
- Class X score: Higher score will be ranked higher
- Class XII score: Higher score will be ranked higher
- Appearance in Class XII: Recent appearance will be ranked higher
- Appearance in Class X: Recent appearance will be ranked higher
- Date of Birth: Younger candidate will be ranked higher
The 5 Year IPM Program at IIM Bodh Gaya is divided into BBA + MBA degree programmes. The first three years of the IIM Bodh Gaya IPM program would be based on a semester system, and the last two years would be based on the trimester system as per the prevailing MBA course structure. At the end of 2nd year, students will have to undergo a compulsory Rural and Social Immersion internship. During the sixth semester of the program, students will have the option to select their specialization in due course of IPM. The course structure after the sixth semester would follow the MBA course structure as per MBA policy. After completing three years of IPM, the student will be part of MBA programme and will study the MBA curriculum and in the final year of MBA will have the same choice of specializations offered to MBA students.
Students will go for compulsory Summer Internship at the end of 2nd year and 3rd year to provide in-depth industry experience and to expose them to the real work environment challenges. IIM Bodh Gaya offers to its students a great opportunity to be a part of an Exchange Program for one term at its partner universities across the world.
The Pedagogy uses audio-visual based teaching techniques like case studies, real-life problem-solving exercises, group discussions and business simulation contents. Emphasis is on gaining practical experience and critical thinking rather than stressing on rote learning.
There are specialization in six key areas of Management – Marketing, Finance, Operations, HR, Analytics, IT & Decision Sciences, Strategy, Public Policy and General Management
• The candidates desirous of seeking admission in IIM Bodhgaya IPM must register and apply for JIPMAT
• No separate application is needed for IIM Bodhgaya IPM Admission. IIM BG will shortlist the candidates based on JIPMAT score and academic profile
• The application fee is Rs.2000
IIM Bodh Gaya IPM eligibility criteria have following key points:
- Candidates should have passed 10+2/XII/HSC examination in arts/commerce/science stream or equivalent with 60% or more
- The candidate must have passed class 10th examination with 60% or more in the year not before 3 years ago
- SC/ST/PwD/Transgender category candidates need 55% marks in class 12 and class 10 to apply for admission. There is no relaxation in the exam years.
- Candidates appearing in class 12/HSC or equivalent can also apply
- Applicants should apply and appear in JIPMAT exam conducted by NTA and score well
The admission process for IIM Bodh Gaya IPM Programme is based on JIPMAT exam score and gender diversity. There is no Personal Interview Round for shortlisted students. Key components of IIM Bodh Gaya IPM admission process are:
- Apply and Appear in Joint Integrated Programme in Management Admission Test (JIPMAT) to be conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA)
- You should score above 50% in each section of JIPMAT to get shortlisted for final selection
- No Personal Interview will be conducted to select the students
- The candidates, who score more than or equal to category-wise sectional percentile 30, will be eligible for the Merit List
- Sectional raw scores will be subjected to minimum qualifying requirements also. This will be decided after the result based on the available pool of the candidates.
- The criteria for preparing the merit list will be based on the composite score comprising the weightage of JIPMAT score and gender diversity
Tie-Breaking rule to Prepare Merit List
If the overall composite scores of two or more students are found same, then they will be ranked on the following basis:
- Overall JIPMAT score: Higher score will be ranked higher
- VARC section score: Higher score will be ranked higher
- QA section score: Higher score will be ranked higher
- DILR section score: Higher score will be ranked higher
- Class X score: Higher score will be ranked higher
- Class XII score: Higher score will be ranked higher
- Appearance in Class XII: Recent appearance will be ranked higher
- Appearance in Class X: Recent appearance will be ranked higher
- Date of Birth: Younger candidate will be ranked higher
Post Graduate Program In Management (PGPM)
IIM Shillong Post Graduate Programme in Management is the 2 years full time residential programme. It is the flagship programme of IIM Shillong. On successful completion of PGP, the candidate will be awarded MBA degree by IIM Shillong.
During the two years of PGP at IIM Shillong, you will have diverse possibilities to redefine your career, life and the world. Chisel your analytical and creative thinking abilities. Explore new ideas, cultures, perspectives, opportunities, master new skills, practices to transform your world and that of business.
IIM Shillong not only offers diverse areas of specialization in General Management, Marketing, HR, IT, Analytics, Finance, Operations among others but also offers International Immersion to the students to gain global business perspective. IIM Shillong offers Global standards of academic excellence, action-oriented research, value based consultancy, and quality education with innovative academic programmes, course curriculum and pedagogical innovations that enables its students to the challenges of a constantly changing and dynamic global business environment. Core values of IIM Shillong include Openness to new ideas and experiences, Intellectual freedom, Self-experimentation and creative pursuit, Adherence to fair, just and ethical practices, Compassion for others.
Application process for admission at IIM Shillong opens with the start of CAT registration process. Candidates have to apply for CAT by the last date. At this stage, there is no need to apply and pay separately for IIM Shillong Admission. After release of CAT exam result, IIM Shillong separately opens its registration and application window. You can register by the stipulated date
Admission/Selection Process for Candidates for PGP (MBA) at IIM Shillong is through CAT. The selection of the candidates for admission to the PGP at IIM Shillong is a two-step process.
In the first step, candidates are short-listed for Personal Interview (PI) round 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 PI round which is conducted in many cities. 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 Shillong will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Shillong to successful candidates.
- The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI round, academics, diversity, 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 Shillong PGP curriculum make you dive into a challenging, rigorous and holistic program that chisels you in time-tested management principles as well as current best practices. You also get the exposure to evolve next generation practices through active interaction with industry on a continuous basis. The PGP program blends core courses and elective courses spread over six terms in two years with a two -month internship at the end of year one.
Choice of specialization is offered in second year. You can choose the subject of your choice with a Course of independent Study. A general management perspective with the Capstone courses is offered to enable you to lead an economically and ecologically sustainable world.
To further enrich the experience of the participants, the curriculum is supplemented by visits to foreign universities with a view to enabling understanding of business management from different cultural perspectives. Visits to industries in those countries are also a part of the Programme. The International Immersion is optional module.
The evolving, interdisciplinary curriculum at IIM Shillong is delivered in a collaborative learning setting to offer a holistic development towards active experiential learning and participant oriented case methodology. Students will engage with the industry and academia as well as the local community as facilitators and catalysts of change. A judicious blend of class room teaching, case analysis, simulation, modeling, scenario building, industry analysis will ignite active participation to enhance knowledge, attitude, skills and a mindset for the dynamic world outside.
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 Shillong PGP and other programs and select the interview city. Your application for IIM Shillong admission is submitted. At this stage, you do not need to apply and pay separately for IIM Shillong Admission. After declaration of CAT exam result, IIM Shillong opens its application window. You should register and apply at IIM Shillong PGP admission website with requisite fees. You also need to check at IIM Shillong website whether you are shortlisted by entering your CAT registration ID and password
- IIM Shillong 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 PGP (MBA) at IIM Shillong is through CAT. The selection of the candidates for admission to the PGP at IIM Shillong is a two-step process.
In the first step, candidates are short-listed for Personal Interview (PI) round 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 PI round which is conducted in many cities. 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 Shillong will award weightages to various parameters and admission offers are made by IIM Shillong to successful candidates.
- The final selection is based on a diverse set of attributes which includes performance in CAT, performance in PI round, academics, diversity, 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
Post Graduate Programme for Executives (PGPEX)
IIM Shillong PGPEx programme is a one year program designed specifically for professionals with work experience. The program aims at equipping the participants with adequate management knowledge and skills to enable them to captain trans national businesses and operate at strategic levels with a global outlook by synergizing all functional areas of management. The International Immersion Module gives students an opportunity to broaden learning and deepen knowledge about an increasingly globalized economic environment. On successful completion of the program, the participants are awarded Executive MBA degree.
During the 12 month program, candidates will develop critical problem-solving skills with functional management knowledge that brings a contemporary solution to today’s challenges. Candidates choose the subjects of their choice, with the flexibility to pursue international immersion and in-company training while experiencing multicultural life and working styles.
Eligible candidate should apply online before the last date. The application for PGPEX admission is invited in two rounds. A candidate can apply in any one round depending upon the outcome in the first round.
- Filling of the application form by interested candidates
- Shortlisting of applicants for Group Discussion and/or Personal Interview. The applicants will be informed about this process, once they are shortlisted for the process.
- Conduct of Group Discussion and/or Personal Interviews. Each applicant is expected to select three venues for this, in the order of their preference. The Institute will intimate the applicants about the final venue and schedule of this process. The differently abled and overseas applicants will have the option to attend this process over online mode.
- Declaration of successful and wait listed candidates
IIM Shillong12 month PGPEX curriculum comprises of diverse modules including Foundation, Functional, Language, Electives (Specialization), Integrative courses, International Immersion Module, Work shop and Innovative Camp.
While the program participants have to visit a foreign land for in-company projects, visit a partner institution with similar program objectives, and earn credits as part of the global curriculum, the Innovative Camp will cover Entrepreneurship,
Management Consultancy, Identifying New Business Models/Plans.
The international module of the program in the past has been facilitated by inputs and knowledge sharing by faculty from Fudan University, China; Ocean University, China; University of Newcastle, Australia; EM Lyon Business School, France; IE Business School, Spain. The program participants in the past have spent substantial time understanding the distinctiveness of innovations, business practices, and management styles in China. In 2023, the batch visited Barcelona, Spain, attended classes at EADA Business School, and completed five courses. They also visited multiple industries, undertook live projects in four reputed European companies, and presented business solutions to CXOs.”
- The application for IIM Shillong admission for PGPEX has two rounds.
- The Application Fee is Rs 3000 which is non-refundable and non-adjustable. Candidates can apply in any one of the rounds; depending on the outcome of the first round, the remaining seats will be filled in during the second round.
- If some candidates are put in waitlist at the end of the first round, they will be considered for admissions, subject to availability of seats, at the end of second round.
For PGPEX programme, IIM Shillong seeks a highly-selective cohort of professionals with a blend of corporate experience, intellectual curiosity, and international ambition. The eligibility criteria to apply for the programme are:
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized institution with minimum aggregate marks of 50% or equivalent.
- Minimum 5 years of full-time work experience after bachelor’s degree. Relaxation up to 1 year is available for candidates with at least 1-year field experience outside India.
- IIM Shillong accepts CAT (Min 50 percentile (overall)) and GMAT (Min 500 score (overall). IIM Shillong will consider last 2 years CAT performance or last 5 years valid GMAT score.
- Filling of the application form by interested candidates
- Shortlisting of applicants for Group Discussion and/or Personal Interview. The applicants will be informed about this process, once they are shortlisted for the process.
- Conduct of Group Discussion and/or Personal Interviews. Each applicant is expected to select three venues for this, in the order of their preference. The Institute will intimate the applicants about the final venue and schedule of this process. The differently abled and overseas applicants will have the option to attend this process over online mode.
- Declaration of successful and wait listed candidates
Post Graduate Programme in Management for Working Executives
PGPWE is a 2-year MBA program where regular live classes are held over electronic mode, and the participants experience in-campus immersion for selected days. It is designed for professionals who wish to revisit an academic environment without taking a career break. PGPWE participants continue to work while they study, and thus the application of classroom learning is instantaneous.
MBA WE is designed for professionals who aspire for greater roles in their organisations. This general management program is beneficial to professionals in business and industry, not-for-profit organizations, government and policy, research, and academics. After successfully completing the course, the participants would get MBA degree.
To apply for admission to the program, fill and submit Application Form online by paying requisite application fee
The admission process for MBA-WE will be conducted in two rounds. The process will involve the following steps:
- Filling of the application form by interested candidates
- The candidates not having valid CAT/GMAT score will need to appear for WE-MAT
- Candidates will be shortlisted for Interview Round. The applicants will be informed about this process, once they are shortlisted for PI round
- PI round will be conducted in Online mode
- Successful and wait listed candidates will be informed
MBAWE curriculum is spread over 24 months and is taught in hybrid mode – Online as well as class room sessions. The program offers key specialization areas to choose from. While regular live classes are held over electronic mode, the class room sessions are held full-day on weekends, or on pre-selected evening hours during the week. The classroom teaching days require time away from work.
MBAWE program employs technology to enhance learning. Besides, IIM Shillong stresses in-person participation in classroom discussions, considered critical to the learning experience. MBAWE students enhance learning experience in-campus immersion. MBAWE program, being a two-year master degree program, allows the students to pursue higher studies like PhD after successful completion.
- Application for admission to IIM Shillong PGPWE programme should be filled and submitted online before the last date
- Application fee to apply for admission is Rs 3,000/-. The fee is non-refundable and non-adjustable
- A Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks or an equivalent CGPA [45% in case of the candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST) and Differently Abled (DA)].
- Minimum 3 years of full-time work experience after graduation.
- There will be written eligibility test for admission – Working Executive Management Aptitude Test (WE-MAT). The WE-MAT would follow a similar pattern as the Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by IIMs. However, those having either of minimum 50 percentile in CAT or score of at least 500 in GMAT are eligible to be exempted from the above test.
- IIM Shillong will consider last 2 years CAT performance or last 5 years valid GMAT score.
- Filling of the application form by interested candidates
- The candidates not having valid CAT/GMAT score will need to appear for WE-MAT
- Candidates will be shortlisted for Interview Round. The applicants will be informed about this process, once they are shortlisted for PI round
- PI round will be conducted in Online mode
- Successful and wait listed candidates will be informed