IIM Ahmedabad has AC Class Rooms for all programmes
IIM Ahmedabad has 2 auditoriums-Ravi J Mathai Auditorium and P.P. Gupta Auditorium which can host National and International Events
IIM Ahmedabad has a dozen Cafes, Canteens, Mess and Restaurants which offer variety of food, snacks, juice, tea, coffee
A convenience store is available at IIM Ahmedabad campus to cater to the daily requirements of students
Gym facility is provided at IIM Ahmedabad to students to take care of their fitness
Medical facilities are provided at IIM Ahmedabad campus in case of need
Sufficient number of Single Rooms for unmarried students and flats for married students are available in IIM Ahmedabad Hostel
IIM Ahmedabad incubation centre offers innovation continuum studies. It educates, incubates, accelerates and invests in early stage startups, aspiring entrepreneurs and investors
IIM Ahmedabad has well equipped Labs including Centre for Behavioral Science (CBS) equipped with a 32-Channel Wireless EEG System and Centre for Data Science & Artificial Intelligence apart from number of Research centres.
IIM Ahmedabad VSL is a hybrid library and is one of the best management libraries in Asia
IIM Ahmedabad has established NSE Centre for Behavioral Science with a grant from National Stock Exchange; has SBI Bank branch & ATM; Yoga centre; Post office, Pharmacy among others
IIM Ahmedabad Classrooms as well as Hostels are Wi-Fi equipped
Indoor and outdoor sports facilities at IIM Ahmedabad campus include table tennis, carrom, chess, badminton, basket ball, football, cricket, lawn tennis
Established in 1961, IIM Ahmedabad is the undisputed number one management school in the country and is ranked #1 in NIRF Ranking 2024 (Management). IIMA is an autonomous institution managed by the IIMA Society, created under the Societies Act and is run by a Board of Governors which is constituted by the IIMA Society. Spread over 102 lush acres in the heart of Ahmedabad, IIMA has Iconic architecture, vast green spaces. IIMA campus has everything that an academic community could want.
IIM Ahmedabad faculty is highly qualified with academic and industry experience and offers innovative and interactive pedagogic approach. IIMA faculty caters to a wide range of clients including public and private sector corporations, financial institutions, government agencies and departments, cooperative societies, not-for-profit institutions, and international agencies like the World Bank and FAO.
IIMA alumni include top national and international icons, CEOs, best sellers, bureaucrats, deans and directors of top academic institutions. IIM Ahmedabad follows the concept of ‘Dream Campus Application’ Placement process which allows the students to choose the sectors and functions of their choice. IIM Ahmedabad releases its salary data after six months from the date of completion of placements. IIMA has released the audited salary data for Placement 2023 with average salary at Rs.34.45 LPA. The salary data for placement 2024 which was completed in February 2024, would be released in October 2024.
IIM Ahmedabad runs 2 years full time MBA, MBA-FABM, 1 year MBA PGPX, Online MBA, Ph.D. and various other Management programs. IIM Ahmedabad accepts score of CAT exam for admission to the flagship 2 year MBA and FABM.
Former Governor, Reserve Bank of India
Raghuram Rajan served as the Governor of the RBI, Chief Economist at the IMF, and Chief Economic Advisor to the Indian Government. He is currently a Professor at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Recruiters in the consulting domain included Arthur D. Little, Alvarez & Marsal, Sam & Co., Boston Consulting Group, Kearney, KPMG, McKinsey & Company, Monitor Deloitte, Oliver Wyman, Praxis Global Alliance, PwC, and Strategy& Middle East, among others. Prominent recruiters in the Investment Banking & Markets and Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Asset Management space included A91 Partners, Arpwood Capital, ARGA Investment, Avendus, Bank of America, Citibank, Goldman Sachs, HSBC, JP Morgan Chase & Co, Kotak, Morgan Stanley, Premji Invest, o3 Capital, and Standard Chartered, among others. Consumer goods, consumer services, consumer tech, and consumer electronics cohorts’ firms that made offers were Airtel, Asian Paints, Coca-Cola, HUL, Kimberly-Clark, L’Oreal, Nestle, P&G, Samsung Electronics, and Wipro Consumer Care, among
Sectoral overview Firms from different sectors and geographies participated in the IIM Ahmedabad Placement process through Laterals, Finals, and PPOs which are listed below:
Recruiters in the consulting domain included Arthur D. Little, Alvarez & Marsal, Sam & Co., Boston Consulting Group, Kearney, KPMG, McKinsey & Company, Monitor Deloitte, Oliver Wyman, Praxis Global Alliance, PwC, and Strategy& Middle East, among others. Prominent recruiters in the Investment Banking & Markets and Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Asset Management space included A91 Partners, Arpwood Capital, ARGA Investment, Avendus, Bank of America, Citibank, Goldman Sachs, HSBC, JP Morgan Chase & Co, Kotak, Morgan Stanley, Premji Invest, o3 Capital, and Standard Chartered, among others. Consumer goods, consumer services, consumer tech, and consumer electronics cohorts’ firms that made offers were Airtel, Asian Paints, Coca-Cola, HUL, Kimberly-Clark, L’Oreal, Nestle, P&G, Samsung Electronics, and Wipro Consumer Care, among others. The Conglomerate and Retail BZB & B2C cohorts saw participation like Amazon, Adani Group, Aditya Birla Group, Bajaj, CK Birla Group, Emaar, Reliance, and Tata Administrative Services. The Banking, Financial Services & Insurance, and Cards & Financial Advisory recruiters included American Express, Angel One, IDFC First Bank, IIFL Securities, and Mastercard. Some prominent recruiters in Enterprise Tech that gave offers were Adobe, Atlassian, lkigai Labs, and Oracle. Firms participating in the Laterals process included Amagi, American Express, Angel One, Arteria Technologies, Browserstack, Capital One, EXL Service, FinlQ Lodha Group, Media.net, Microsoft, Ola, Paytm, Piramal Alternatives, Praxis Global Alliance, PwC, Trident Limited, and Zomato among others. There were several new recruiters this year, including Essar Group, cult.fit, Javis, BLS International, Wells Fargo & Co, and WestBridge Capital, among others.
IIM Ahmedabad successfully completed its Final Placement Process 2024 for both flagship PGP program and PGP Food and Agribusiness (PGP-FABM). Firms from multiple domains participated across the 3 clusters in the Final Placements. The placement process, with the concept of “Dream Application”, allowed students to choose the sectors and functions of their choice for their final placement. Firms from different sectors and geographies participated in the process at IIM Ahmedabad through Laterals, Finals, and PPOs.
The FABM placements witnessed a balance of roles from all sectors like Agri-inputs, Agri-Tech, Consulting, Conglomerates, Food Processing, FMCG, Beverages, Environment and Energy.
Post Graduate Programme in Management for Executives( PGPX)
IIM Ahmedabad launched the PGPX the one-year full time residential programme in management in 2006 to fulfill the unmet need of experienced managers. The Post-Graduate Programme in Management for Executives’ (PGPX) is designed for ambitious executives who want to step up their career potential, confidently shoulder high-level responsibilities, bring forward game-changing ideas and prepare for a shifting global economy. For many the MBA-PGPX is also the springboard from which they launch their own ventures and build global companies For the past five years with its ‘Get-Ready-for-Top-Management' focus, the PGPX programme is ranked No.1 in the world on Financial Times Career Progression category.
The MBA PGPX programme aims for developing executives to accelerate their career path and assume leadership roles. PGPX is consistently rated as either best or second best programme in the world by Financial Times for career progress. The graduated batches have been welcomed by corporate houses in need of management talent at senior levels – from senior managers and consultants to general managers and CXOs. PGPX at IIM Ahmedabad fulfils the need and add value to growing organizations all across the world at the middle and senior management levels.
Submit the Application with Application Fees. IIM Ahmedabad will release shortlist for final selection process. Submit Essay & Resume.
5. Interview with IIMA faculty Members
6. Final Selection
The selection of the candidates for admission to the PGPX 2025-26 batch will be conducted in three rounds. PGPX students are selected through a rigorous admissions process that includes standardized test scores (GMAT / GRE), leadership profiling and personal interviews.
The selection process for the PGPX 2025-26 batch is a two-stage process. In the first stage, the candidates are short-listed for the Personal Interview from among the candidates who have applied to the programme.
The short-listed candidates are expected to submit essays on specific topics, within the stipulated time period. In the second and final stage of the selection process, the short- listed candidates will be interviewed by a panel of IIMA faculty members.The panel will evaluate the candidate on several parameters (e.g. professional background, quality of experience, progression in career, academic preparedness, leadership potential, accomplishment and interpersonal skills) and assess the candidate’s fitment for the programme.
Shortlisting & Final Selection
The shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview. The admissions interviews are face to face in offline mode. Successful candidates will be intimated through email as per the dates indicated in the admission timeline. ission timeline.
IIM Ahmedabad offers bouquet of courses providing a rigorous grounding in the fundamentals of management in its PGPX programme. With a high calibre peer group selected with rigorous filtering and an intense and contemporary course curriculum, it is a perfect platform to boost your career growth and make yourself C-suite ready.
With a combination of experience and talent, IIMA faculty creates top-notch programmes & cutting-edge research that influence businesses around the world. IIMA offers a rich pedagogy of case method which will encourage you to reflect, analyse, critique, innovate and eventually learn the intricate aspects of the present-day businesses, organisations and industry. The course offers a rich mix of simulation exercises, games and role plays, outdoor field trips, projects and written assignments planned for you. The Programme offers 2 week International Immersion which is integrated with the academic curriculum of the programme with top business school across the world to provide much needed global exposure to candidates.
The peer group from a diverse set of industries and roles enriching the case discussions with multiple industry and functional perspectives makes PGPX a great learning program. The intensity of a one-year programme equips the students to tackle complex situations in fast paced and rapidly evolving world. IIMA has eminent faculties with deep industry experience along with strong alumni network at leadership position across the world. A wide range of electives are offered that provide the freedom of choice to master the subjects of your interest.
Apply online at IIM Ahmedabad PGPX admission site with requisite application fee and before the last date. Submit your GMAT/GRE score and Essay/Resume. Check for the shortlist for PI round
The MBA-PGPX is meant for working professionals with a Bachelor’s Degree and at least 4 years of experience. Following are the basic criteria for the PGPX Application:
- A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in any discipline. (Minimum 15 years of study as per the education system in India i.e. 10 + 2 + 3 or 4 as the case may be.)
- Minimum Age of 25 years as on March 31, 2025 (i.e. must be born on or before March 31, 2000.) There is no upper age limit.
- A valid GMAT /GRE score. Exam taken within the last 5 years. Online GMAT/GRE (Take home) exam scores are not valid, only test centre-based GMAT/GRE scores are valid.
- Minimum 4 years of full-time work experience after completion of graduation as on March 31, 2025
The selection of the candidates for admission to the PGPX 2025-26 batch will be conducted in three rounds. PGPX students are selected through a rigorous admissions process that includes standardized test scores (GMAT / GRE), leadership profiling and personal interviews.
The selection process for the PGPX 2025-26 batch is a two-stage process. In the first stage, the candidates are short-listed for the Personal Interview from among the candidates who have applied to the programme.
The short-listed candidates are expected to submit essays on specific topics, within the stipulated time period. In the second and final stage of the selection process, the short- listed candidates will be interviewed by a panel of IIMA faculty members.The panel will evaluate the candidate on several parameters (e.g. professional background, quality of experience, progression in career, academic preparedness, leadership potential, accomplishment and interpersonal skills) and assess the candidate’s fitment for the programme.
Shortlisting & Final Selection
The shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview. The admissions interviews are face to face in offline mode. Successful candidates will be intimated through email as per the dates indicated in the admission timeline. ission timeline.
IIM Ahmedabad offers Entry scholarships to the students of PGPX programme. Scholarships are available for underrepresented gender, transgender students, international passport holders, students having spent significant time in the armed forces, central/state/local government, not for profit sector. Scholarships are also available for students who have excelled in sports/fine arts recognizable at a national level or are differently abled.
Scholarships based on exceptional performance during the academic year of the PGPX program are awarded at the time of graduation also. IIMA Financial Aid committee grants the scholarships based on varied criteria with 25% fee waiver on admission and 15% fee waiver on graduation.
Online MBA
IIM Ahmedabad has launched Online MBA program which will be conducted in hybrid mode. The Online MBA programme is a two-year long-duration degree granting post graduate programme offered by IIMA. The programme is primarily delivered in an online synchronous mode, suitably complemented through distinct on-campus modules. The blended learning design facilitates participants who prefer to strike a balance between a professional career and academic learning. While the programme is primarily delivered online, it retains the core strength of case-based pedagogy followed by IIMA in all the other programmes.
Apply online at IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA Admission site with requisite application fees.
The admissions to IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA programme will be based on following admission tests- IIMA Admission Test (IAT), Or CAT/ GMAT/GRE. Based on the test score candidate will be shortlisted for personal interview for final selection
IIMA Admission Test (IAT)
IAT is an online assessment test tailored for candidates who cannot apply with conventional test scores such as those from CAT, GMAT, or GRE. The IAT will be conducted at specific exam centres across India as well as the IIMA Dubai centre. A list of exam centres is available in the application portal.
The format of the IAT shall be similar to other management aptitude tests. IAT duration shall be 90 minutes and 45 questions shall be asked from the three sections:
a) Quantitative Aptitude, b) Analytical Reasoning c) Verbal Aptitude
IIM Ahmedabad has designed the programme curriculum to equip participants with the functional and organizational skills necessary to thrive in a challenging world. The sessions that are held online through live classes are around content and are more amenable for quantitative and systematic analysis. The on-campus modules are designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application. The participants will get the opportunity to experience IIMA vibrant campus, foster deeper engagement with faculty and peers. This in-person interaction allows for richer discussions, collaborative problem-solving, and the exchange of valuable insights gleaned from diverse professional experiences.
Through the Online MBA, practitioners will be able to further develop into some of the best leaders and managers of the world. It aspires to upskill working professionals by exposing them to managerial decision-making frameworks that are grounded in human behaviour, economics, finance, etc. The in-person classes conducted at IIMA focus on interpersonal and organisational dynamics that are complex to manoeuvre and hard to learn. On the other hand, the sessions that are held online through live classes are around content that is more amenable for quantitative and systematic analysis.
Application for IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA Admission can be submitted online with requisite application fees at the IIMA Online MBA admission site.
Eligibility Criteria for IIMA Online MBA Admission include-
Working Professionals and Entrepreneurs with a minimum of 3 years of full-time work experience, after completion of graduation are eligible. Minimum Age of 24 years is required. There is no upper age limit. The candidate should possess at least a bachelor’s degree/CA/CS/ICWA or equivalent in any discipline with Minimum 15 years of study as per the education system in India i.e. 10 + 2 + 3 or 4 as the case may be. Must have scored at least 50 percent marks in aggregate or equivalent CGPA, in graduation
The admissions to IIM Ahmedabad Online MBA programme will be based on following admission tests- IIMA Admission Test (IAT), Or CAT/ GMAT/GRE. Based on the test score candidate will be shortlisted for personal interview for final selection
IIMA Admission Test (IAT)
IAT is an online assessment test tailored for candidates who cannot apply with conventional test scores such as those from CAT, GMAT, or GRE. The IAT will be conducted at specific exam centres across India as well as the IIMA Dubai centre. A list of exam centres is available in the application portal.
The format of the IAT shall be similar to other management aptitude tests. IAT duration shall be 90 minutes and 45 questions shall be asked from the three sections:
a) Quantitative Aptitude, b) Analytical Reasoning c) Verbal Aptitude
ePost Graduate Diploma in Advanced Business Analytics (ePGD-ABA)
With the deluge of digital data, data-driven decision-making has now been an integral part of the efficient functioning of every organization, and more generally of society at large. The ePGD-ABA is a 16 months diploma programme offered by IIMA. It is designed to help working professionals in acquiring essential skills and knowledge for asking the right questions, addressing it with analysis of the right kind of data, and finally gaining insight from the analysis to drive decisions. It thus provides a framework for transforming data into effective decision making.
The programme offers a carefully thought out mix of courses on tools and techniques for data visualization, modelling and analysis of varieties of data of different sizes; machine learning algorithms, cloud computing, and finally, the domain specific applications of data analytics in Marketing, HR, Finance, Operations and Public Policy. No technical or statistical expertise is required except a desire to learn how to use data for making an impact on your organization. The programme is targeted towards the working professional with at least two years of experience preferably in the domain of analytics. The objective is to up skill and prepare them for future in taking up leadership positions and shouldering bigger responsibilities in the organization. The programme delivery is a mix of online, and on campus sessions.
There is no better place to learn about the state-of-the-art applications of analytics in business and public policy than IIMA. The unique strength of the institute lies in its having an excellent resource of outstanding faculty members who are heavily engaged in cutting edge research and consulting in the domain of analytics. Except the sessions on the current industry practice, the contents of the courses are to be created and delivered only by the in-house faculty members.
Applicants can submit their applications online with requisite application fee
Applications that are complete in all aspects will only be evaluated for being progressed to the next step of the admission process. Shortlisted candidates will be called for the online interview process.
Candidates should first apply to the programme with a valid GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE score. In case the candidate doesn't have a valid GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE score, they can apply through the ePGD-ABA qualifying-cum-aptitude test. This test is expected to be of 1 hour 30 minutes duration and will comprise three sections:
(i) English comprehension (ii) Logical reasoning and data interpretation, (iii) Quantitative aptitude. There will be Analytical Proficiency Test for all applicants
All applicants are required to take the Analytical Proficiency Test. The test is expected to be of 1 hour duration and will comprise the topics related to basic analytics/mathematics/statistics/data visualization of 10th/12th standards of Central Board of Secondary Education. The tests will be conducted online in a device-to-device mode.
Based on the exam score candidates will be shortlisted. The shortlisted candidates will be called for personal interviews. The interviews will be conducted online over the Zoom. Successful candidates will be intimated through email.
Application to the ePGD-ABA programme is a two-step process-
1. Online registration
2. Submit the duly filled online application
The online application form has four important sections:
1. General Information: Information such as personal details and standardised test score details are to be mentioned in this section. Documents to be uploaded in this section are- the latest photograph and the valid score sheet of a standardised test i.e. GMAT, GRE, CAT or GATE.
2. Educational Qualifications: Applicants should mention all their educational qualifications from bachelor’s degree onwards in this section. Documents to be uploaded in this section are- transcripts of all the academic credentials mentioned in the application form.
3. Employment Details: All the details about the current and previous employers are to be mentioned in this section. Documents to be uploaded in this section are- for the current employment section, the offer letter indicating the date of joining and the latest payslip and for the previous employer’s work experience letters/service certificate or the first and last payslips.
4. Statement of Purpose: A Statement of Purpose (SOP) highlighting your future goals and ambitions is to be written in this section. A scanned or digital signature has to upload for this section.
The ePost Graduate Diploma in Advanced Business Analytics (ePGD-ABA) offered by IIMA is designed to equip working professionals with the knowledge and skills to seek professional growth and career advancement in the frontier areas of applied analytics. The following are the Basic Eligibility Criteria for admission to the programme:
Bachelor's degree holders with strong quantitative and analytical problem-solving skills.
Minimum of 2 years' work experience (preferably in the domain of business analytics); the experience criterion may be relaxed for candidates with exceptional academics/professional qualifications in a relevant field and
A valid test score (CAT/GATE/GMAT/GRE or the ePGD-ABA qualifying-cum-aptitude test).
Candidates should first apply to the programme with a valid GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE score. In case the candidate doesn't have a valid GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE score, they can apply through the ePGD-ABA qualifying-cum-aptitude test. This test is expected to be of 1 hour 30 minutes duration and will comprise three sections:
(i) English comprehension (ii) Logical reasoning and data interpretation, (iii) Quantitative aptitude. There will be Analytical Proficiency Test for all applicants
All applicants are required to take the Analytical Proficiency Test. The test is expected to be of 1 hour duration and will comprise the topics related to basic analytics/mathematics/statistics/data visualization of 10th/12th standards of Central Board of Secondary Education. The tests will be conducted online in a device-to-device mode.
Based on the exam score candidates will be shortlisted. The shortlisted candidates will be called for personal interviews. The interviews will be conducted online over the Zoom. Successful candidates will be intimated through email.
Ph.D. Programme
The IIMA Doctoral Programme welcomes individuals with a solid academic foundation, a high level of motivation, and the intellectual curiosity to do innovative research. The curriculum prepares students for careers in academia and industrial research.
Candidates may submit applications for the following areas of high levels of specialization:
(1) Agriculture (2) Economics (3) Finance & Accounting (4) Human Resource Management (5) Information Systems (6) Innovation and Management in Education (7) Marketing (8) Operations & Decision Sciences (9) Organizational Behavior (10) Public Systems and (11) Strategy.
Students admitted to the programme get a comprehensive fellowship that covers all expenses and provides for living expenses. IIMA has excellent computing facilities, library, and faculty resources. IIMA faculty members actively publish in scholarly journals and advise with businesses and governments in and out of the country. Case writing and related research are actively pursued by the faculty and students.
The Doctoral Programme places its graduates in teaching, research, and consulting roles with world class organizations. A total of 451 doctoral students have graduated from IIMA so far.
Candidates may submit applications for a maximum of two areas of high levels of specialization using the online application form
Candidates applying to the Doctoral Programme are required to take the Common Admission Test (CAT) or a standard test in lieu of CAT. For NRIs and Foreign students this standard test is the Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT).
Different areas of high levels of specialization of IIMA have specified different standard tests that candidates applying to the Doctoral Programme in their areas of high levels of specialization can take in lieu of CAT.
Students spend an average of four to five years in the programme, which includes two years of intensive coursework. Beginning with the first term, students take advanced Doctoral level courses in their area of high levels of specialization, as well as some suggested Post Graduate Programme (PGP) courses that provide a comprehensive management overview and develop fundamental skills for analysing managerial issues. After completing the coursework, students must pass an Area Comprehensive Examination to demonstrate that they have attained a high level of expertise in their area of high levels of specialization. Students then work on their doctoral dissertations. It is intended that these dissertations will make original contributions to an area of management or one of management's parent disciplines.
Online Application Form and Brochure will be made available on the institute website. Candidates may submit applications for a maximum of two areas of high levels of specialization using the online application form. An application fee of Rs.500/- can be paid through IIMA's payment gateway.
Candidates must possess A Master's Degree or Two-year Post Graduate Diploma (obtained after completing a bachelor's degree with 55% marks or equivalent) or a 5-year Integrated Master's Degree (obtained after completing higher secondary school in the 10+2 pattern) in any field with 55% marks or equivalent.
(OR)
Professional qualification - CA, CS, CMA (with a minimum of 50% marks) in addition to a bachelor's degree (with at least 55% marks).
(OR)
A four-year / eight-semester Bachelor's degree with a minimum CGPA of 6.5/10 or comparable grades.
Candidates in their last year of a Master's/ Bachelor's programme that would qualify them to apply may also apply.
Candidates applying to the Doctoral Programme are required to take the Common Admission Test (CAT) or a standard test in lieu of CAT. For NRIs and Foreign students this standard test is the Graduate Management Aptitude Test (GMAT).
Different areas of high levels of specialization of IIMA have specified different standard tests that candidates applying to the Doctoral Programme in their areas of high levels of specialization can take in lieu of CAT.
PhD students are given a comprehensive fellowship that covers all academic expenses including tuition, computer, library, medical insurance, placement and alumni fees, and in addition includes a monthly subsistence allowance from Rs 42000 to Rs.50000.
All students have access to a contingency allowance of Rs.25,000 per year (for five years) to cover research fees, book costs, photocopying, etc. Students are eligible to receive up to Rs.3,00,000/- for attending an international conference/ workshop/ summer school during the first five years of their Doctoral Programme tenure.