Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
PhD is the Doctoral Programme in Management at IIM Bodh Gaya. It is a full-time residential programme of four years. Inaugurated in the year 2020, The Ph.D. Programme of IIM Bodhgaya is a relatively new programme. Despite being in its nascent stage, the programme has managed to make significant strides forward and is constantly evolving in accordance with IIM Bodh Gaya vision and objective to assist the institute in becoming an international centre of excellence in management education. On successful completion of the programme, a student will be awarded the title of Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.).
The programme aims to foster high-quality researchers, innovative thinkers, and touchstone academics. The programme offers the chance to delve into multidisciplinary research in the domain of management education. Its purpose is to imbue learners with the necessary analytical and research skills required for a career in academics, management, and industry. In this spirit, the programme is run within an academically poignant environment that aid research scholars hone their intellectual tendencies. The programme also aims at producing excellence in publishing high standard research output. The Ph.D. at IIM Bodh Gaya combines professional attributes with ethical characteristics.
Eligible candidate should submit application online. A candidate can apply for maximum two specialization areas
IIM Bodh Gaya’s Ph.D. program admission is offered to the individuals with exceptional academic background, strong motivation, and discipline, and potential to become excellent researchers at international level. It is expected that research students will come from a variety of disciplines ranging from social sciences and humanities to physical sciences and engineering. Applicants are evaluated on their past academic achievements, motivation and preparation for the programme, letters of recommendation, scores on standard tests, and a personal interview with the faculty. Step by Step process for IIM Bodh Gaya PhD Admission is as below:
- Submit application with required documents
- Take relevant Admission Entrance Test CAT/GATE/GRE/ GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR/or equivalent) to apply in the relevant area of specialization.
- The candidates will be short-listed on the basis of their academic record and performance in the entrance exams. The minimum overall cut off is 80 percentile and minimum sectional cut off is 70 percentile.
- Shortlisted candidates will be called to IIM Bodh Gaya for a personal interview for final selection. The PI process will be of two stages. The first stage will be of qualifying nature. Those who will qualify in the first stage, will be asked to appear in the second stage of the process. In the second stage, the selection panel will assess the suitability of the candidates for research work based on the portfolio of the candidate. The committee will look into a consistently good academic record, professional accomplishments, research interest, research aptitude
- Merit List will be prepared based on Personal Interview & Research Aptitude (second stage of PI), Academic Qualification and Relevant Work Experience.
- Successful candidates will receive offers by May end of that year
- A candidate receiving admission offer from IIM Bodh Gaya and accepting the offer within the stipulated date needs to send the commitment fee of Rs. 30,000 (The date of submission will be mentioned in admission offer letter) along with Offer Acceptance Form. The commitment fee will be adjusted against the caution/security deposit.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) offered at IIM Bodh Gaya is a 3 years full-time doctoral programme that offers research scholars opportunities for advanced studies and research in different areas of Management.
Key areas of specialization are Marketing, Economics, Finance & Accounting, Information Technology Systems and Analytics, Operations Management and Quantitative Techniques, Organizational Behavious and Human Resource Management, Humanities and Liberal Arts (Business Communication), Strategy and Entrepreneurship
IIM Bodh Gaya PhD programme aims to prepare research scholars for careers in teaching and research in management studies, for careers in the academic institutions and in other related disciplines and organizations that require advanced analytical and research capabilities. The Programme offers its research scholars a unique opportunity to engage in high-quality intra-disciplinary as well as interdisciplinary research. Candidate with post-graduation degree can complete Ph.D. in 3 years time.
- Apply online
- A candidate can apply for maximum two specialization areas
- Relevant Test Scores of CAT/GMAT/GRE/JRF should be valid on the deadlines of the submission of the application form
- Required documents to be enclosed are Self-attested copies of Class X, XII, Graduation and Post-Graduation degrees; Self-attested copies of mark sheets or transcripts of grades obtained in Class X, XII, Graduation and Post-Graduation degrees; Transcripts in languages other than Hindi and English must be submitted along with certified translations; Two references with their contact details and Email IDs from academicians who have taught the candidate or with whom the candidate has worked closely on scholarly work. Self-attested Copies of Work Experience Certificate (if any); Self-attested Copies of Caste Certificate (if applicable); Self-attested Copies of DAP Certificate (if applicable); Self-attested Copies of EWS Certificate (if applicable)
IIM Bodh Gaya Eligibility criteria for PhD admission are:
Academics: Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications to apply for IIM Bodh Gaya’s doctoral programme: Master’s degree in any discipline, with at least 60 percent marks or equivalent grade point average, or Professional qualifications like CA, ICWA, CS with at least 60 percent marks or equivalent grade point average, or Five-year Integrated Master’s degree programme in any discipline, with at least 60 percent marks, obtained after completing higher secondary schooling (10+2) or equivalent, or Four Year/Eight Semester Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech./ B. Arch.) with at least 65 percent or equivalent
Entrance Test: Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria are required to take Common Admission Test (CAT). Alternatively, those who have qualified GATE, GRE, GMAT or JRF (UGC/CSIR/or equivalent) examinations can also apply in the relevant area of specialization. The exam must have been taken during last three years.
Citizenship Requirement: Admission to the programme is open to Indian citizens only
Exemptions: Candidates who have already passed two year fulltime PGP completed in last 5 years from IIMs with minimum 60 percent marks or equivalent are exempted from the test score and can apply directly.
Age Limit: Candidate must not be more than 40 years
IIM Bodh Gaya’s Ph.D. program admission is offered to the individuals with exceptional academic background, strong motivation, and discipline, and potential to become excellent researchers at international level. It is expected that research students will come from a variety of disciplines ranging from social sciences and humanities to physical sciences and engineering. Applicants are evaluated on their past academic achievements, motivation and preparation for the programme, letters of recommendation, scores on standard tests, and a personal interview with the faculty. Step by Step process for IIM Bodh Gaya PhD Admission is as below:
Submit application with required documents
Take relevant Admission Entrance Test CAT/GATE/GRE/ GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR/or equivalent) to apply in the relevant area of specialization.
The candidates will be short-listed on the basis of their academic record and performance in the entrance exams. The minimum overall cut off is 80 percentile and minimum sectional cut off is 70 percentile.
Shortlisted candidates will be called to IIM Bodh Gaya for a personal interview for final selection. The PI process will be of two stages. The first stage will be of qualifying nature. Those who will qualify in the first stage, will be asked to appear in the second stage of the process. In the second stage, the selection panel will assess the suitability of the candidates for research work based on the portfolio of the candidate. The committee will look into a consistently good academic record, professional accomplishments, research interest, research aptitude
Merit List will be prepared based on Personal Interview & Research Aptitude (second stage of PI), Academic Qualification and Relevant Work Experience.
Successful candidates will receive offers by May end of that year
A candidate receiving admission offer from IIM Bodh Gaya and accepting the offer within the stipulated date needs to send the commitment fee of Rs. 30,000 (The date of submission will be mentioned in admission offer letter) along with Offer Acceptance Form. The commitment fee will be adjusted against the caution/security deposit.
IIM Bodh Gaya will provide scholarships to full time Research Students (Ph.D.). It will cover all academic expenses (consisting of tuition, computer, library fees) and hostel fee.
Monthly Stipend of Rs. 32,800 will be provided till Comprehensive Exam and Rs. 35,400 Post Comprehensive Exam. After approval of Thesis proposal, the stipend will go up to Rs. 39,300 per month. Additional Financial Support of Rs. 25,000 per year towards Contingency Grant for 4 years will be provided and Rs.50,000 will be given towards one time Laptop Grant. Apart from this Rs. 1,75,000 towards Conference Grant will be given to attend national and international conferences.
PhD in Management
Full-time Ph.D scholars at IIM Sambalpur are exempted from tuition/programme fee. However, the selected candidates will have to deposit an offer of acceptance fee of INR 50,780 to confirm the acceptance of the offer out of which an amount of INR 44,000 will be refunded after completion of the programme by the candidate, else it will be forfeited and an amount of INR 6000/- (excluding GST @ 18%) will be adjusted towards alumni fee (Non-Refundable).
IIM Sambalpur provides a comprehensive fellowship that covers all academic expenses including tuition, computer, library, medical insurance, placement, and alumni fees. In addition, a monthly subsistence allowance of Rs.35,000/- for first and second years, and Rs. 40,000/- after submitting the TAC approved thesis proposal will be provided till 4 years.
A maximum of two six-month extensions may be provided subject to the recommendation of the Doctoral Committee and Competent Authority. Since the PhD is a full-time residential programme, bachelor accommodation will be provided to all the students in the hostel. A fixed number of houses for married students may be made available on permanent campus.
Eligible candidates should apply ONLINE for admission to Ph.D. Programme with application fees of Rs.1180. No hard copy/mail copy of the application is accepted.
IIM Sambalpur PhD Admission process has following key steps:
- Submit Application: Check Eligibility and Submit Application Online with requisite application fees of Rs.1180
- Submit SoP: Along with the application, the candidate should submit a SOP not exceeding 2000 words and should include a title, research motivation, possible research approaches, and references.
- Entrance Test: Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria must have taken CAT in last three years; Or GRE/GATE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR) taken during the last two years; Or Valid Research Aptitude Test Score (IIMSAT) conducted by IIM Sambalpur
- Exemption from Entrance Test: Candidates who have already passed two-year full-time PGP/ MBA from IIMs or Institutions/ Universities in NIRF 2023 top 50 Ranking with a minimum CGPA of 6.00 and above on a scale of Ten or equivalent or with a minimum of 60 percent marks or equivalent are exempted from the test score.
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for PI round based on entrance exam score
- Personal Interview: Upon being shortlisted, the candidate shall appear for a personal interview before the Expert panel. The panel will assess the suitability of the candidates for research work based on the portfolio of the candidate. Candidate will especially be assessed based on Statement of Purpose (SOP) apart from academic record, professional accomplishments
- Final Merit List for PhD Admission: Merit List will be prepared based on Personal Interview, Academic Qualification, Relevant Work Experience and Research Statement of Purpose (SOP).
Accept PhD Admission Offer and Pay Acceptance Fees: Full-time Ph.D scholars are exempted from tuition/programme fee. However, the selected candidates will have to deposit an offer of acceptance fee of INR 50,780 to confirm the acceptance of the offer out which an amount of INR 44,000 will be refunded after completion of the programme by the candidate, else it will be forfeited and an amount of INR 6000/- (excluding GST @ 18%) will be adjusted towards alumni fee (Non-Refundable).
The PhD Programme at IIM Sambalpur is composed of two phases-Course Work and Thesis Work. The full time PhD curriculum for each phase is as below:
- Phase-1: Course Work: The course-work consists of Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programme – level courses; General Core Courses; Domain-Specific Courses and Course of Independent Study (CIS). The academic requirements for the successful completion of this component are the same as for the MBA Programme. Comprehensive Examination will be conducted at the end of the second year to test whether the student has obtained a satisfactory level of comprehension and application of the concepts learned in his/her field of specialization. The Comprehensive Examination will comprise of both written and viva examination.
- Phase-2: Thesis Work: The thesis is the document that forms a major component for fulfilling the criteria for the award of PhD. The thesis work broadly consists of 5 important stages comprising Thesis Work Registration Process; Constitution and Approval of the Thesis Committee; Defense of Thesis Proposal; Thesis Submission and Examination; Pre-thesis Submission Defense
- Specializations: Candidates in PhD programme at IIM Sambalpur can pursue PhD in the specialization areas of Organizational Behavior & Human Resource Management; Finance & Accounting Management; Operations Management; Economics; Policy & Strategic Management; Information System Management; Marketing Management
Step by Step process how to apply for IIM Sambalpur PhD admission is detailed below:
- Apply Online: The candidates are required to apply ONLINE for admission to Ph.D. Programme. No hard copy/mail copy of the application is accepted.
- Application Fees: Make Online payment of Application fee of Rs.1000 plus GST @ 18%. The total fees comes to Rs.1180/-. Please upload the receipt of online payment of the application fee along with your application.
Required Entrance Tests: You should have appeared and scored well in one of required exams including CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF-UGC/CSIR. The test score should be valid on the deadlines of the submission of the application form. Candidates applying for Ph.D.Program may opt to appear on IIM Sambalpur Aptitude Test (IIMSAT) if they do not have a valid CAT/GATE/GRE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR) score - Upload Required Documents: Supporting Documents you need to upload while applying are Passport size photo; Two mandatory recommendation letters; Copy of Govt. issued photo identity proof; Copies of SSC, HSC Mark sheets, and certificates; Copy of Master’s/Bachelor’s mark sheets and certificates; Percentage conversion certificate from College/University (In case of CGPA/CPA); Copy of Professional degree marks sheets and certificates; Copy of Test Score Card; NEFT/RTGS transaction slip of Application Fee; Copy of Work Experience certificate, if applicable (NOC is required at the time of Admission); Copy of Caste and disability Certificate, if applicable; PwD certificate if applicable from a Govt. Hospital
Before applying for IIM Sambalpur PhD programme admission, the applicant should satisfy the following eligibility criteria:
- Education Qualification: The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree obtained in 10+2+3 pattern, followed by a master’s degree; or Post Graduate Diploma (2 years) from IITs/IIMs/Other reputed Universities, with at least 60% marks or equivalent grade point average in the bachelor’s as well as in the master’s degree; OR a professional qualification like CA, ICWA, CS with Bachelor’s Degree,
IIM Sambalpur PhD Admission process has following key steps:
- Submit Application: Check Eligibility and Submit Application Online with requisite application fees of Rs.1180
- Submit SoP: Along with the application, the candidate should submit a SOP not exceeding 2000 words and should include a title, research motivation, possible research approaches, and references.
- Entrance Test: Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria must have taken CAT in last three years; Or GRE/GATE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR) taken during the last two years; Or Valid Research Aptitude Test Score (IIMSAT) conducted by IIM Sambalpur
- Exemption from Entrance Test: Candidates who have already passed two-year full-time PGP/ MBA from IIMs or Institutions/ Universities in NIRF 2023 top 50 Ranking with a minimum CGPA of 6.00 and above on a scale of Ten or equivalent or with a minimum of 60 percent marks or equivalent are exempted from the test score.
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for PI round based on entrance exam score
- Personal Interview: Upon being shortlisted, the candidate shall appear for a personal interview before the Expert panel. The panel will assess the suitability of the candidates for research work based on the portfolio of the candidate. Candidate will especially be assessed based on Statement of Purpose (SOP) apart from academic record, professional accomplishments
- Final Merit List for PhD Admission: Merit List will be prepared based on Personal Interview, Academic Qualification, Relevant Work Experience and Research Statement of Purpose (SOP).
- Accept PhD Admission Offer and Pay Acceptance Fees: Full-time Ph.D scholars are exempted from tuition/programme fee. However, the selected candidates will have to deposit an offer of acceptance fee of INR 50,780 to confirm the acceptance of the offer out which an amount of INR 44,000 will be refunded after completion of the programme by the candidate, else it will be forfeited and an amount of INR 6000/- (excluding GST @ 18%) will be adjusted towards alumni fee (Non-Refundable).
PhD in Management
IIM Sambalpur Executive Ph.D. Programme is a unique doctoral programme (Ph.D.) in management designed specifically for working professionals with a minimum of five years of full-time work experience. The Programme intends to provide industry professionals an opportunity to build career in academia.
IIM Sambalpur Executive PhD programme in Management has a duration four years with facility of extension upto two more years. The Executive PhD will be a part time programme. The student will be expected to complete the programme in four years, including a maximum of two years of course work. Under special circumstances, extension may be granted to the student. In any case, the entire program should be finished within six years.
The Executive Ph.D Programme at IIM Sambalpur admits students who have a strong academic background, are highly motivated and who have the intellectual curiosity to undertake original research. The doctoral programme prepares students for a career in academia or research positions in industry. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Sambalpur, an Institute of national importance aims at imparting management education through an unconventional and novel approach. The PhD at IIM Sambalpur is imparted with a vision to create responsible leaders with entrepreneurial mind-set with Innovation, Integrity and Inclusion as its core operating principles.
Eligible candidates should apply ONLINE for admission to Ph.D. Programme with application fees of Rs.1180. No hard copy/mail copy of the application is accepted.
IIM Sambalpur PhD Admission process has following key steps:
Submit Application: Check Eligibility and Submit Application Online with requisite application fees of Rs.1180
Submit SoP: Along with the application, the candidate should submit a SOP not exceeding 2000 words and should include a title, research motivation, possible research approaches, and references.
Entrance Test: Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria must have taken CAT in last three years; Or GRE/GATE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR) taken during the last two years; Or Valid Research Aptitude Test Score (IIMSAT) conducted by IIM Sambalpur
Exemption from Entrance Test: Candidates who have already passed two-year full-time PGP/ MBA from IIMs or Institutions/ Universities in NIRF 2023 top 50 Ranking with a minimum CGPA of 6.00 and above on a scale of Ten or equivalent or with a minimum of 60 percent marks or equivalent are exempted from the test score.
Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for PI round based on entrance exam score
Personal Interview: Upon being shortlisted, the candidate shall appear for a personal interview before the Expert panel. The panel will assess the suitability of the candidates for research work based on the portfolio of the candidate. Candidate will especially be assessed based on Statement of Purpose (SOP) apart from academic record, professional accomplishments
Final Merit List for PhD Admission: Merit List will be prepared based on Personal Interview, Academic Qualification, Relevant Work Experience and Research Statement of Purpose (SOP).
Accept PhD Admission Offer and Pay Acceptance Fees: Full-time Ph.D scholars are exempted from tuition/programme fee. However, the selected candidates will have to deposit an offer of acceptance fee of INR 50,780 to confirm the acceptance of the offer out which an amount of INR 44,000 will be refunded after completion of the programme by the candidate, else it will be forfeited and an amount of INR 6000/- (excluding GST @ 18%) will be adjusted towards alumni fee (Non-Refundable).
The PhD Programme at IIM Sambalpur is composed of two phases-Course Work and Thesis Work. The curriculum for Executive part time PhD for each phase is as below:
- Phase-1: Course Work: The course-work consists of Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programme – level courses; General Core Courses; Domain-Specific Courses and Course of Independent Study (CIS). The academic requirements for the successful completion of this component are the same as for the MBA Programme. Considering the schedule of working executives, the program is being planned in a way to maximize the use of digital platforms and minimize the visit frequency. The coursework will be majorly conducted online. Comprehensive Examination will be conducted at the end of the second year to test whether the student has obtained a satisfactory level of comprehension and application of the concepts learned in his/her field of specialization. The Comprehensive Examination will comprise of both written and viva examination.
- Phase-2: Thesis Work: The thesis is the document that forms a major component for fulfilling the criteria for the award of PhD. The thesis work broadly consists of 5 important stages comprising Thesis Work Registration Process; Constitution and Approval of the Thesis Committee; Defense of Thesis Proposal; Thesis Submission and Examination; Pre-thesis Submission Defense
Specializations: Candidates in PhD programme at IIM Sambalpur can pursue PhD in the specialization areas of Organizational Behavior & Human Resource Management; Finance & Accounting Management; Operations Management; Economics; Policy & Strategic Management; Information System Management; Marketing Management
The PhD Programme at IIM Sambalpur is composed of two phases-Course Work and Thesis Work. The curriculum for Executive part time PhD for each phase is as below:
Phase-1: Course Work: The course-work consists of Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programme – level courses; General Core Courses; Domain-Specific Courses and Course of Independent Study (CIS). The academic requirements for the successful completion of this component are the same as for the MBA Programme. Considering the schedule of working executives, the program is being planned in a way to maximize the use of digital platforms and minimize the visit frequency. The coursework will be majorly conducted online. Comprehensive Examination will be conducted at the end of the second year to test whether the student has obtained a satisfactory level of comprehension and application of the concepts learned in his/her field of specialization. The Comprehensive Examination will comprise of both written and viva examination.
Phase-2: Thesis Work: The thesis is the document that forms a major componeStep by Step process how to apply for IIM Sambalpur PhD admission is detailed below:
Apply Online: The candidates are required to apply ONLINE for admission to Ph.D. Programme. No hard copy/mail copy of the application is accepted.
Application Fees: Make Online payment of Application fee of Rs.1000 plus GST @ 18%. The total fees comes to Rs.1180/-. Please upload the receipt of online payment of the application fee along with your application.
Required Entrance Tests: You should have appeared and scored well in one of required exams including CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF-UGC/CSIR. The test score should be valid on the deadlines of the submission of the application form. Candidates applying for Ph.D.Program may opt to appear on IIM Sambalpur Aptitude Test (IIMSAT) if they do not have a valid CAT/GATE/GRE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR) score
Upload Required Documents: Supporting Documents you need to upload while applying are Passport size photo; Two mandatory recommendation letters; Copy of Govt. issued photo identity proof; Copies of SSC, HSC Mark sheets, and certificates; Copy of Master’s/Bachelor’s mark sheets and certificates; Percentage conversion certificate from College/University (In case of CGPA/CPA); Copy of Professional degree marks sheets and certificates; Copy of Test Score Card; NEFT/RTGS transaction slip of Application Fee; Copy of Work Experience certificate, if applicable (NOC is required at the time of Admission); Copy of Caste and disability Certificate, if applicable; PwD certificate if applicable from a Govt. Hospitalnt for fulfilling the criteria for the award of PhD. The thesis work broadly consists of 5 important stages comprising Thesis Work Registration Process; Constitution and Approval of the Thesis Committee; Defense of Thesis Proposal; Thesis Submission and Examination; Pre-thesis Submission Defense
Specializations: Candidates in PhD programme at IIM Sambalpur can pursue PhD in the specialization areas of Organizational Behavior & Human Resource Management; Finance & Accounting Management; Operations Management; Economics; Policy & Strategic Management; Information System Management; Marketing Management
IIM Sambalpur PhD Admission process has following key steps:
Submit Application: Check Eligibility and Submit Application Online with requisite application fees of Rs.1180
Submit SoP: Along with the application, the candidate should submit a SOP not exceeding 2000 words and should include a title, research motivation, possible research approaches, and references.
Entrance Test: Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria must have taken CAT in last three years; Or GRE/GATE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR) taken during the last two years; Or Valid Research Aptitude Test Score (IIMSAT) conducted by IIM Sambalpur
Exemption from Entrance Test: Candidates who have already passed two-year full-time PGP/ MBA from IIMs or Institutions/ Universities in NIRF 2023 top 50 Ranking with a minimum CGPA of 6.00 and above on a scale of Ten or equivalent or with a minimum of 60 percent marks or equivalent are exempted from the test score.
Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for PI round based on entrance exam score
Personal Interview: Upon being shortlisted, the candidate shall appear for a personal interview before the Expert panel. The panel will assess the suitability of the candidates for research work based on the portfolio of the candidate. Candidate will especially be assessed based on Statement of Purpose (SOP) apart from academic record, professional accomplishments
Final Merit List for PhD Admission: Merit List will be prepared based on Personal Interview, Academic Qualification, Relevant Work Experience and Research Statement of Purpose (SOP).
Accept PhD Admission Offer and Pay Acceptance Fees: Full-time Ph.D scholBefore applying for IIM Sambalpur PhD programme admission, the applicant should satisfy the following eligibility criteria:
Education Qualification: The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree obtained in 10+2+3 pattern, followed by a master’s degree; or Post Graduate Diploma (2 years) from IITs/IIMs/Other reputed Universities, with at least 60% marks or equivalent grade point average in the bachelor’s as well as in the master’s degree; OR a professional qualification like CA, ICWA, CS with Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 60 % marks or equivalent grade point in the Bachelor’s Degree; OR, a 4-year/8-semester Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (B.E/B.Tech/B.Sc Engineering/B. Arch) with at least 6.5 cumulative grade point average (CGPA) or equivalent percent marks; OR Five-year Integrated Master’s degree programme in any discipline, with at least 60 % aggregate marks, obtained after completing higher secondary schooling (10+2) or equivalent.
Reserved Category Candidates: Candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) and Persons-with-Disabilities will be given a 5% relaxation in the minimum mark’s requirement.
Final Year Students: Candidates who are in the final year of their Master’s/Bachelor’s Programmes that would make them eligible, can also apply. Such candidates, if selected, will be allowed to join the programme provisionally only if they complete all the requirements
Work Experience: Minimum 5 years of full time managerial/executive/professional work experience
Age Limit: Candidate must Not be more than 40 years
Entrance Test: Relevant Test Scores required include CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF-UGC/CSIR. The test score should be valid on the deadlines of the submission of the application form. Candidates applying for Ph.D.Program may opt to appear on IIM Sambalpur Aptitude Test (IIMSAT) if they do not have a valid CAT/GATE/GRE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR) score
ars are exempted from tuition/programme fee. However, the selected candidates will have to deposit an offer of acceptance fee of INR 50,780 to confirm the acceptance of the offer out which an amount of INR 44,000 will be refunded after completion of the programme by the candidate, else it will be forfeited and an amount of INR 6000/- (excluding GST @ 18%) will be adjusted towards alumni fee (Non-Refundable).
IIM Sambalpur PhD Admission process has following key steps:
Submit Application: Check Eligibility and Submit Application Online with requisite application fees of Rs.1180
Submit SoP: Along with the application, the candidate should submit a SOP not exceeding 2000 words and should include a title, research motivation, possible research approaches, and references.
Entrance Test: Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria must have taken CAT in last three years; Or GRE/GATE/GMAT/JRF (UGC/CSIR) taken during the last two years; Or Valid Research Aptitude Test Score (IIMSAT) conducted by IIM Sambalpur
Exemption from Entrance Test: Candidates who have already passed two-year full-time PGP/ MBA from IIMs or Institutions/ Universities in NIRF 2023 top 50 Ranking with a minimum CGPA of 6.00 and above on a scale of Ten or equivalent or with a minimum of 60 percent marks or equivalent are exempted from the test score.
Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted for PI round based on entrance exam score
Personal Interview: Upon being shortlisted, the candidate shall appear for a personal interview before the Expert panel. The panel will assess the suitability of the candidates for research work based on the portfolio of the candidate. Candidate will especially be assessed based on Statement of Purpose (SOP) apart from academic record, professional accomplishments
Final Merit List for PhD Admission: Merit List will be prepared based on Personal Interview, Academic Qualification, Relevant Work Experience and Research Statement of Purpose (SOP).
Accept PhD Admission Offer and Pay Acceptance Fees: Full-time Ph.D scholars are exempted from tuition/programme fee. However, the selected candidates will have to deposit an offer of acceptance fee of INR 50,780 to confirm the acceptance of the offer out which an amount of INR 44,000 will be refunded after completion of the programme by the candidate, else it will be forfeited and an amount of INR 6000/- (excluding GST @ 18%) will be adjusted towards alumni fee (Non-Refundable).
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.
Doctoral Programme in Management (PhD)
The Doctoral Programme (PhD) of the Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode is a full-time doctoral programme to be completed in five years. The programme offers opportunities for advanced studies and research in different specializations related to Management Science. The Programme aims to prepare students for careers in teaching and research in management studies and in related disciplines, and for careers in the government, in industry, and in other organizations that require advanced analytical and research capabilities.
The admission process for IIMK PhD programme is detailed as below:
- Based on the information provided by the applicants in their application, the candidates will be shortlisted (on the recommendation of the respective areas) for interview
- Candidates will need to appear in Personal Interview
- Candidates will be admitted to the programme based on a combination of multiple parameters, as also specified by the respective areas.
- Admission Parameters may include applicant's performance in GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, JRF (NET), IIMB Test score, past academic performance, work experience, interview performance etc.
- Registration for the Doctoral Programme will be notified separately on the website.
IIM Kozhikode Doctoral Programme in Management offers specializations in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Human Resource Management, Information Systems, Marketing, Operations Management, Organizational Behaviour, Strategic Management, among others. A candidate can opt for upto 2 specializations.
The programme provides rigorous, world-class, inter-disciplinary training in all areas of business management to equip students with the ability to conduct cutting-edge research of international standard. DPM graduates are crucial source for management researchers and faculty resources in top quality for academic institutions, industry, business, government and society.
Two-thirds of IIM Kozhikode fellows have been placed as faculty members in prestigious National Institutes (like IIM, IIT, NITIE) and in esteemed universities in Europe, North America or Middle East. Other DPM students have received offers from reputed corporate organizations.
Candidates must complete their application through the specified online portal/link of IIMK. Candidates may apply to two academic areas of specialization as part of their application. Such candidates must identify their primary and secondary areas of specialization as part of the application form. The application fee (non-refundable) is Rs.1,000 for applying to a single academic area and Rs.1,500 for applying to two academic areas, which has to be remitted online through the link provided with the application form. For candidates who opt for the IIMB Test, an additional amount of Rs.1,000 on top of the above mentioned application fee will need to be remitted online as the IIMB Test fees.
The eligibility criteria to apply for IIMK Doctoral Programme in Management (PhD) are as follows:
- Post-graduate degree or equivalent in any discipline (including M.A., M.Com., M.E., M.Phil., M.Sc., M.Tech., MBA, MCA, etc.) with at least 55% aggregate (or equivalent)
- Professional qualification such as CA/ICWA/CS along with a Bachelor’s degree with at least 50% aggregate (or equivalent) in the Bachelor’s degree.
4-year / 8-semester Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 75% aggregate (or equivalent)
- Candidates belonging to SC/ST/PwD/NC-OBC/EWS categories will be given a relaxation of 5% (or equivalent) in the minimum eligibility marks mentioned above.
- Those appearing for the final exams can also apply
- Except for those opting for IIMB Test, a candidate applying for Doctoral Programme of IIMK should have a valid test score not older than three years as on the closing date of submission in CAT, GMAT,GRE, GATE, UGC-JRF-NET or any other acceptable exam
IIM Kozhikode PhD final selection Parameters include applicant's performance in GMAT, GRE, CAT, GATE, JRF (NET) score (as applicable), past academic performance, work experience, area specific test and / or interview performance.
MBA in Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM)
One Year MBA in Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) offers a solid foundation in Management Fundamentals and intensive specialization in GSCM. It is a full-time residential program. The Supply Chain Management program offers a full 12 months program at IIM Udaipur with a focus on Global Supply Chain Management including a live supply chain project starting in Term 2 and ending in Term 3.
Global Supply Chain Management courses provide a thorough grounding in management fundamentals, and it is the only One Year MBA from an IIM that offers an intensive specialization in supply chain management. The program offers a range of electives. It is designed specifically for participants with diverse and extensive work experience of at least three years.
IIM Udaipur one year GSCM program demands a high degree of academic rigor and focuses on various aspects of logistics and supply chain management. The program content includes live projects and company interactions. The program offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career in companies across E-commerce, FMCG, Manufacturing, Retail, and many more such domains. The program also enhances career opportunities for engineers, technical experts, project managers and professionals who wish to enter the logistics and supply chain-related sectors.
Applicants need to Fill the online application form and should upload required documents which include GMAT/ GRE/CAT Score, Transcripts, Degree certificate, Work experience documents, Work experience certificates, Relieving letter from the last company, Appointment letter and payslip for the most recent month from the current organization. Besides, the applicant has to attach Video profile ( 2 minute video profile about yourself and why you would like to take up this programme).
Other relevant documents may also be submitted, for example-Awards and recognitions, Competition results etc. The Documents may be submitted in PDF, Doc, Docx or JPEG formats. The application should be submitted with Application fee of INR 1000/- which should be paid online using Credit Card/Debit Card.
The admission process is completed in the following steps:
- Interested candidates should apply online
- Applicants are shortlisted on the basis of the eligibility criteria and called for the personal interview.
- An offer of admission is made on the basis of the candidate's demographic profile, academic profile, work experience, score in GMAT/GRE/CAT and personal interview.
- After receiving the offer of admission by the Institute, the candidates will mandatorily need to share their official GMAT/GRE score cards through mba.com or Educational Testing Service (ETS), as applicable.
- Please enter the valid CAT scores in the relevant section in the online application form and upload the official CAT score card in the upload section. The Institute will directly verify the details of the results from the CAT result database.
The One Year MBA - GSCM consists of three terms. The first term consists of mandatory courses covering the key tools, concepts and analytical skills used in all major functional areas with a focus on supply chain management. The Fundamental courses focus on developing the knowledge and analytical ability that support the understanding of the functional areas of business studies. The Functional courses cover the fundamentals of business and management studies and equip the participants to understand and apply advanced concepts. The curriculum is designed to enable participants to become experts in the Supply Chain Management (SCM) domain at a global level. Participants are also exposed to the digital world of supply chain management.
In Term 2 students get an opportunity to develop a comprehensive understanding of the Indian supply chain domain and will need to study core courses like Logistics, Strategic Sourcing and Procurement, Global Supply Chain Management and Advanced Analytics. They will also be offered a set of electives to choose from which would enhance their SCM expertise. In Term 2, students will also work on a live SCM Project with industry.
In Term 3, the study is focused on Advanced Business and GSCM Understanding. In addition to a Capstone Simulation Exercise, the students choose from a number of electives that strengthen the specialization in GSCM.
You need to apply in following steps:
- Fill the online application form
- Upload required documents including GMAT/ GRE/CAT Score card, Transcripts, Degree certificate, Work experience documents, Work experience certificates, Relieving letter from the last company, Appointment letter and payslip for the most recent month from the current organization.
- Attach Video profile ( 2 minute video profile about yourself and why you would like to take up this programme).
- Upload certificates of Awards and recognitions, Competition results
- All the Documents to be submitted in PDF, Doc, Docx or JPEG formats
- An Application fee of INR 1000/- should also be paid online using Credit Card/Debit Card while uploading the documents
The Eligibility Criteria for IIM Udaipur MBA GSCM admission have following points:
- Minimum of 10+2 years of school education and a Bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification in any discipline with at least 50 percent marks
- Minimum three years of bachelor’s level education after the completion of higher secondary schooling.
- Valid GMAT or GRE score (not older than 5 years from date of GMAT/GRE exam) or CAT score of tests taken in 2021 or later.
- Full-time work experience (after graduation) of minimum 36 months
The admission process is completed in the following steps:
- Interested candidates should apply online
- Applicants are shortlisted on the basis of the eligibility criteria and called for the personal interview.
- An offer of admission is made on the basis of the candidate's demographic profile, academic profile, work experience, score in GMAT/GRE/CAT and personal interview.
- After receiving the offer of admission by the Institute, the candidates will mandatorily need to share their official GMAT/GRE score cards through mba.com or Educational Testing Service (ETS), as applicable.
- Please enter the valid CAT scores in the relevant section in the online application form and upload the official CAT score card in the upload section. The Institute will directly verify the details of the results from the CAT result database
MBA in Digital Enterprise Management (DEM)
The first-ever One Year MBA program in Digital Enterprise Management (DEM) offered at IIM Udaipur introduces candidates with work experience to management concepts and leadership styles in the emerging digital business enterprises.
The program aims at developing business leaders who will drive the Digital Economy. It is the first MBA in the country in which students focus on learning how to manage digital systems and how to use those systems to make data-driven decisions, lead complex and diverse teams in digital environments.
Structured around leadership, innovation, strategy, decision-making, and entrepreneurship, this program provides a well-rounded exposure to business management, data analytics and emerging technologies that are high in demand in the corporate world.
The one year program provides participants with a solid foundation in management fundamentals and also exposes them to contemporary practices of data-driven decision making. Students will learn from academicians and industry practitioners through case studies, simulations and practical lab projects about processes and practices prevalent in digital enterprises, which will prepare them to face the challenges of the emerging digital world.
One Year MBA in DEM enables professionals to prepare for the next phase of their careers in management and leadership roles in emerging digital enterprises. By reinforcing their existing strengths and helping them acquire new skills in managing emerging technologies like AI, Blockchain and IoT, the DEM program fosters experiential learning from interactions with academicians and practitioners from the digital world.
Applicants need to Fill the online application form and should upload required documents which include GMAT/ GRE/CAT Score, Transcripts, Degree certificate,
Work experience documents, Work experience certificates, Relieving letter from the last company, Appointment letter and payslip for the most recent month from the current organization. Besides, the applicant has to attach Video profile ( 2 minute video profile about yourself and why you would like to take up this programme).
Other relevant documents may also be submitted, for example-Awards and recognitions, Competition results etc. The Documents may be submitted in PDF, Doc, Docx or JPEG formats. The application should be submitted with Application fee of INR 1000/- which should be paid online using Credit Card/Debit Card.
The admission process is completed in the following steps:
- Interested candidates should apply online
- Applicants are shortlisted on the basis of the eligibility criteria and called for the personal interview.
- An offer of admission is made on the basis of the candidate's demographic profile, academic profile, work experience, score in GMAT/GRE/CAT and personal interview.
- After receiving the offer of admission by the Institute, the candidates will mandatorily need to share their official GMAT/GRE score cards through mba.com or Educational Testing Service (ETS), as applicable.
- Please enter the valid CAT scores in the relevant section in the online application form and upload the official CAT score card in the upload section. The Institute will directly verify the details of the results from the CAT result database
Designed as a full-time residential program, MBA -DEM at IIM Udaipur, is structured around five pillars to give a unique experience in acquiring knowledge and developing managerial skills relevant to the digital era and the art of learning continuously.
Fundamentals of Business Management: One Year MBA - DEM provides a grounding in the principles of management concepts and fundamentals of business activities like finance and accounting, economics, marketing, organizational behavior and operations. Core skill development gets enhanced through subjects like Business Statistics and Communication.
Fundamentals of Digital Enterprise: DEM provides specific focus on the management of such organisations which are modelled on parameters of scale, speed and scope. DEM covers Design Thinking, strategic management and leadership skills required to create and sustain a digital organization. The program prepares managers to manage transformations and to thrive in agile organisation structures with fungible roles and responsibilities.
Data Analytics & Technology Management: DEM program prepares its participants for analytics - a method of drawing inferences from a large and complex pool of data. The techniques learnt will help a discerning mind to develop capabilities in data collection, organisation and using them for strategic and operational decision making. The art and science of spotting trends and interpreting the results, and articulating the discoveries from new patterns, are important skills to hone.
Digital Industry Practices: DEM covers digitalization in the context of different industries such as FinTech, Healthcare, B2B Marketing and Social Sector.
Solving Business Problems: Understanding technologies and data from close quarters is the purpose of doing projects. Projects involve solving business problems by developing a practical solution which is demonstrable in lab conditions.
You need to apply in following steps:
- Fill the online application form
- Upload required documents including GMAT/ GRE/CAT Score card, Transcripts, Degree certificate, Work experience documents, Work experience certificates, Relieving letter from the last company, Appointment letter and payslip for the most recent month from the current organization
- Attach Video profile ( 2 minute video profile about yourself and why you would like to take up this programme).
- Upload certificates of Awards and recognitions, Competition results
- All the Documents to be submitted in PDF, Doc, Docx or JPEG formats
- An Application fee of INR 1000/- should also be paid online using Credit Card/Debit Card while uploading the documents
The Eligibility Criteria for IIM Udaipur MBA DEM admission have following points:
- Minimum of 10+2 years of school education and a Bachelor’s degree/equivalent qualification in any discipline with at least 50 percent marks
- Minimum three years of bachelor’s level education after the completion of higher secondary schooling.
- Valid GMAT or GRE score (not older than 5 years from date of GMAT/GRE exam) or CAT score of tests taken in 2021 or later.
- Full-time work experience (after graduation) of minimum 36 months
The admission process is completed in the following steps:
- Interested candidates should apply online
- Applicants are shortlisted on the basis of the eligibility criteria and called for the personal interview.
- An offer of admission is made on the basis of the candidate's demographic profile, academic profile, work experience, score in GMAT/GRE/CAT and personal interview.
- After receiving the offer of admission by the Institute, the candidates will mandatorily need to share their official GMAT/GRE score cards through mba.com or Educational Testing Service (ETS), as applicable.
- Please enter the valid CAT scores in the relevant section in the online application form and upload the official CAT score card in the upload section. The Institute will directly verify the details of the results from the CAT result database
Fellow Programme in Management
The Fellow Programme in Management (non-residential) is designed to cater to the scholarly needs of working business executives. It prepare executives for careers in management teaching and research, as well as in management practice, consulting and development. Therefore, executives aspiring for the FPM (non-residential) Programme should be willing to devote time and energy that the Programme requires. Classes will normally be held during weekends or in the evening. The course work in first year will be completed in three terms, which are equivalent to approximately nine months.
MDI’s Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education, Government of India and recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) as equivalent to a PhD degree of an Indian University. The Fellow Programme in Management encourages rigorous interdisciplinary re-search in contemporary areas of management.
Since its inception in 1999, MDI’s Fellow Programme has been growing steadily, both in numbers, as well as its contribution to the reservoir of knowledge. Seminars, presentations, discussion forums and informal knowledge-sharing sessions throughout the year keep research scholars intellectually stimulated with peers and faculty. MDI’s Fellow Programme encourages research in current and contemporary areas of interest in management. The primary purpose of our Fellow Programme is to develop scholars who will stretch the boundaries of management thought and will also impact contemporary management practices in real time.
The FPM Scholars at MDI have access to a state-of-the-art library, which has a large and diverse collection of books and journals. In addition, MDI subscribes to prominent online journals databases such as ABI/INFORM (ProQuest), Business Source Complete (EBSCO), Elsevier’s Energy Collection, Elsevier’s Business & Man-agement Journals Collection, IGI Online Journals Collection, JSTOR, Emerald Insight, ProQuest’s Disserta-tions & Theses database, Psych ARTICLES (APA), and SAGE Humanities & Social Science Collection.
Admission process for MDI FPM programme is as below:
- Candidates are required to take Standard Tests like CAT/ GMAT/GRE/ UGC-JRF/GATE and apply through these tests. However, for full-time two-year PGP alumni from MDI, IIMs, XLRI & FMS standard test scores may be waived off.
- The shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview either online or offline in at MDI Gurgaon
- Based on the performance in academics, entrance exam, PI round, interest in research final selection will be made
The Fellow Programme in Management has to be completed within 4 years after the registration, which may be extended up to 7 years maximum (seven years) depending on the merit of the case and favorable review of work progress by the FPM Committee. The FPM Programme consists of two phases. The first phase of the Programme involves course work, followed by a Comprehensive Research Evaluation. The second phase requires scholars to work on their thesis, which involves the preparation of a thesis proposal, writing of the thesis, a final Viva Voce, an examination based on the thesis.
The student is required to take First Year courses of the Post-Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM). These courses are approximately of three months duration. Only after completion of PGDM level course work, can the student start with FPM level course work. Scholars who already hold an MBA degree are exempted from this course work requirement. Fellow-level courses consititute three levels General Core Courses, Area Core Courses and Elective Courses.
Applicants have to apply online by visiting the MDI Gurgaon website. They can click on the programme they wish to apply for and follow the instructions given on the website. Candidates have to make an online payment of Rs. 3000/- (Rupees Three Thousand Only) inclusive of 18% GST using Credit/Debit card/Net Banking.
Eligibility Criteria for MDI FPM (Non Residential) admission are as below:
- A master’s degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks (with first division) or equivalent grade point average recognized by AICTE /AIU with a Bachelor’s degree / equivalent qualification after com-pleting higher secondary schooling (10+2), Or Five year integrated Master’s Degree Programme in any discipline with at least 60% marks (with first division), obtained after completing higher secondary schooling (10+2), Or
- A minimum of 50% marks in 10th, 12th, and Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent CGPA along with Master’s degree with 60% (with first division).
- Candidates with gender diversity, PWD (person with a disability), EWS (Economically weaker section), or rural-urban diversity are encouraged to apply for the FPM programme.
- For FPM (Non-Residential), minimum age of 35 years and a minimum of 10 years of managerial work experience, preferable at senior-level, is required as on last date of application.
Based on the performance in academics, entrance exam, PI round, interest in research final selection will be made for MDI FPM programme.
Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (EPGP)
The EPGP is structured to prepare executives for transformational leadership positions. During the intense one-year programme, they will work towards developing a deeper understanding of various facets of management and hone their managerial skills. The programme is spread over five academic terms in IIM Indore campus and one International Immersion module at one of the top-ranking international university. The first three terms (mostly composed of core courses) focus on laying the foundation for the specialisation through a bundle of electives offered in the other terms. An international module provides an opportunity to develop an understanding of the global business environment and an ability to operate in a multicultural environment. The last two terms are mostly electives and other experiential learning.
The final admission to IIM Indore EPGP programme is based on the requirements of the programme. All matters pertaining to admission into the EPGP at IIM Indore is governed by the decisions taken by the Admissions Committee. Candidates will be short listed based on their profile and entrance exam score and final selection will be made based on various parameters as below:
Short-listing of candidates for the interview will be done on the basis of GMAT/GRE/CAT score and/or any other criteria as decided by the Admissions Committee for that academic year.
Shortlisted candidates shall appear for the Personal Interview (PI).
- Interviews of shortlisted candidates will be conducted in offline/online mode through the Zoom application depending on the situation.
- IIM Indore also expects a consistent and minimum performance in the different parameters of Personal Interview (PI), which will be decided by the Admissions Committee. Candidates not meeting the minimum performance in any of PI parameters will not be considered for the next stage of the selection process.
- Only the candidates satisfying the requirements mentioned above will be considered for the final selection. The merit list will be generated based on Composite Score (CS) as mentioned in Table–1 and the provisional admission offers will be made.
EPGP consists of six segments, which are Orientation – Online HBS courses are offered to the students; Core Curriculum; Industry Consulting Module; International Immersion; Advanced Analytics Workshop; Elective courses; Simulation based learning. Normally the six terms are structured as mentioned above.
The pedagogy will be a judicious mix of lectures, case discussions, project work, term papers, role-play, seminar presentations, assignments, management games, and simulations.
Application form is available at IIM Indore admission portal. Eligible candidates should apply online before the last date. Make sure about your eligibility criteria before applying for admission
The programme is open to all nationalities. The Candidate must qualify on following eligibility criteria:
- 50% in four-year Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline, Or 50% in three-year Bachelor’s Degree with 50% in Master’s Degree Or 50% in Five-year Integrated Programme / other programmes of similar duration.
- A valid GMAT/GRE/CAT score- The GMAT and GRE score should be within 5 years from the date of the application deadline. The CAT score should be within 2 years from application deadline.
- Minimum 5 years of managerial/ entrepreneurial/ professional experience after graduation as on the application deadline date
- Only full-time paid work experience after obtaining a Bachelor’s degree is accepted
- Training/project work done as an integral part of any curricular requirement is not considered
The final admission to IIM Indore EPGP programme is based on the requirements of the programme. All matters pertaining to admission into the EPGP at IIM Indore is governed by the decisions taken by the Admissions Committee. Candidates will be short listed based on their profile and entrance exam score and final selection will be made based on various parameters as below:
Short-listing of candidates for the interview will be done on the basis of GMAT/GRE/CAT score and/or any other criteria as decided by the Admissions Committee for that academic year.
Shortlisted candidates shall appear for the Personal Interview (PI).
- Interviews of shortlisted candidates will be conducted in offline/online mode through the Zoom application depending on the situation.
- IIM Indore also expects a consistent and minimum performance in the different parameters of Personal Interview (PI), which will be decided by the Admissions Committee. Candidates not meeting the minimum performance in any of PI parameters will not be considered for the next stage of the selection process.
- Only the candidates satisfying the requirements mentioned above will be considered for the final selection. The merit list will be generated based on Composite Score (CS) as mentioned in Table–1 and the provisional admission offers will be made.
Doctoral Programme in Management
The Doctoral Programme at IIM Indore is a unique doctoral programme in management. It is designed to provide both breadth and depth of knowledge to doctoral participants in management. The programme has two-fold objective of enabling the participants to master the relevant methodological tools of management research on one hand, and the advancement of the current body of management knowledge on the other. The DPM track offers prospects of a career within academia or in (research) positions outside the academia world. Programme’s rigorous curriculum provides ample training for an academic career and gives participants the opportunity to make an indelible mark on the research activity in their respective field. The programme offers specialization in various areas of management. Candidate can choose one specialization out of them.
All DPM students are fully funded during the course of their study upto four years. DPM Learning goals include enabling the participants to understand the foundations of management, management research and relevant research methodologies; Enabling participants to create a perspective on existing body of management thought and contribute to it, To develop researchers with high ethical standards in research work, To understand the need and significance of various pedagogical tools used in management education and to be an effective communicator.
Candidates seeking admissions to the Doctoral Programme in Management (DPM) of IIM Indore should submit their application online between the period end-November to mid-February and pay Rs.1000 towards application fee.
The candidates will be shortlisted (on the recommendation of the respective areas) on the based information provided in the application form. The selection process is as follows:
Stage 1: The candidates satisfying the academic eligibility criteria as mentioned above should submit their application online.
Stage 2: Based on the applications received, candidates satisfying Academic eligibility criteria and acceptable standard test the shortlisting will be done by the respective Areas and candidates will be called for Personal Interview (PI), to be conducted at IIM Indore during March / April
Stage 3: IIM Indore also expects a consistent and minimum performance in the different parameters of Personal Interview (PI), which will be decided by Admissions Committee. Candidates not meeting the minimum performance in any of PI parameters will not be considered for the next stage of the selection process i.e. Stage-4.
Stage 4: Final selection will be based on the requirements of the academic area to which the candidate has applied and an area-wise offer list will be prepared.
Only the candidates satisfying the requirements mentioned in earlier stages will be considered for the final selection. Category-wise and Academic Area-wise merit list will be generated based on the performance in the Personal Interviews and the provisional admission offers will be made.
All matters pertaining to admission into the DPM at IIM Indore is governed by the decisions taken by the Admissions Committee.
IIM Indore DPM programme follows rigorous curriculum with award of course wise credits for each course. On completion of the course work, the participants take the area comprehensive examination (ACE). The area comprehensive examination tests whether the participant has obtained a satisfactory level of knowledge in his/her field of specialization and whether he/she has satisfactorily integrated the various courses taken in the area.
After passing the comprehensive examination, the participant enters the thesis stage. Each participant will be advised by a Thesis Advisory Committee (comprising 3 or 4 faculty members). The participant first develops a thesis proposal, for which he/she identifies a thesis topic. The Thesis Advisory Committee [TAC] of the participant arranges a public seminar on the thesis proposal for the IIM Indore academic community. After approval of the thesis proposal the participant works closely with the TAC on his/her thesis. On completion of the thesis research, the participant gives a public seminar, submits the thesis and defends the same.
Candidates seeking admissions to the Doctoral Programme in Management (DPM) of IIM Indore should submit their application online between the period end-November to mid-February, and pay the online non‐refundable/non-transferable application fee of Rs. 1000/- (Rupees one thousand only) + GST extra for General, NC-OBC and EWS category and Rs. 500/-(Rupees five hundred only) + GST extra for SC, ST, and PWD category.
Candidates belonging to NC‐OBC, SC, ST, EWS and PWD categories need to produce a valid certificate(s) in support of their reservation category. No change in the category will be entertained after submitting the application.
- A Candidates applying for IIM Indore DPM Admission must have Master’s degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks or equivalent grade; or Postgraduate Diploma (2 years) with at least 60% aggregate marks or equivalent; or Professional qualifications CA, ICWA, CS with at least 50% marks; or 5 year
- integrated Master’s degree program in any discipline, with at least 60% marks or equivalent; or First Class/ equivalent Bachelor’s degree year/8 semesters).
- A minimum 60% marks in Secondary (Class X) and Senior Secondary (Class XII) is required.
- 5% Marks relaxation is given to SC, ST and PwD candidates
- Candidates who are in the final year of their qualifying programmes can also apply.
- The candidates who have applied on the basis of their bachelor’s or master’s
- degree will have to meet the eligibility criteria
- The equivalence of the foreign degree needs to be certified by the Association of
- Indian Universities.
- The bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification obtained by the candidate
- must entail a minimum of three years of education after completing higher
- secondary schooling (10+2) or equivalent.
- Acceptable Standard Test Scores are CAT, GRE, GMAT of last 5 years and JRF of last 3 years.
Currently the DPM students at IIM Indore are provided the fellowship grant/stipend of Rs.40,000/- (Rupees Forty Thousand only) per month during their course work (Term-I, II III, IV and V) and Rs. 45,000/- (Rupees Forty-Five Thousand only) per month after clearing the area comprehensive examination as per norms. The maximum duration for which they can get stipend would be 57 months (4 years and 9 months).
A Research Development Grant of Rs. 37,500/- per annum for 4 years is also provided to DPM students for supporting the research efforts and is subject to the norms of the programme. The Institute subsidizes expenses for presenting papers in National Conference subject to a ceiling of Rs. 30,000/- per year with a provision that from second year onwards for attending n number of conference per year but subject to a cap for Rs.30,000/- per year. For International Conferences, the Institute subsidizes expenses subject to a ceiling of Rs. 2 lakhs with a provision of attending a maximum of two International Conferences plus International Doctoral Colloquium or International Professional Development Workshop during the entire period of the programme but not beyond five years
The DPM participant is entitled for free boarding and lodging on campus. Since the DPM is a full-time residential programme, bachelor accommodation is provided to all the participants in the Institute’s hostel on campus. Limited accommodation for married participants may be available on the campus on payment basis (subject to availability and other applicable rules of HS&A).