Great Lakes Institute of Management PGPM Admissions 2026
ApplyAdmissions Open | Globally Recognized by AACSB (US) & AMBA (UK) | 17.8 LPA Avg. CTC for PGPM 2025
|  Total Fees  11.25 L |  Exam  CAT  |  Seats  300 | 
₹ 11.25 L
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Full timeDURATION
24 MonthsThe flagship PGDM program at GIBS is a prestigious two-year full-time course in management, recognized by the All-India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). As one of Bangalore's top PGDM colleges, GIBS offers a curriculum that balances theory with practical experience, ensuring high employability for graduates. The program is designed to provide students with equal emphasis on academic concepts and real-world application, fostering an environment where research and innovation thrive. GIBS empowers students to excel in their careers by offering ample opportunities to engage in cutting-edge research and hands-on learning.
PGDM Program Highlights:
• Dual Degree (PGDM + PGPIRE)
• Dual Specializations
• GIBS Finishing School (CPMP) - Every Saturday
• GIBS Mind Valley School
• Innovation, Research & Entrepreneur (IRE) - Every Friday
• Business Mastery & Campus Biz Program
• Outbound Training Programs & Industrial Visits
• Mentoring by Professionals
Specialization offered (Dual)
1. Finance Management (FM)
2. Marketing Management (MM)
3. Human Resource Management (HRM)
4. Operations & Supply Chain Management (OSCM)
5. International Business (IB)
6. Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Business Analytics (BA)
7. Digital Marketing (DM)
8. Information Technology (IT)
9. Agri-Business Management (ABM)
10. Healthcare Management (HM)
11. FinTech Management (FTM)
12. Product Management (PM)
GIBS Business School's PGDM program offers everything you need to excel in your management career, from world-class education to practical experience and industry connections.
PGDM – AICTE Approved
Total Course Fees: ₹11,25,000
• Admission Processing Fee: ₹50,000
• 1st Installment: ₹3,60,000
• 2nd Installment: ₹3,60,000
• 3rd Installment: ₹3,55,000
Other Fees:
• Refundable Caution Deposit: ₹20000/-
• Examination Fee: As Per Actual
• International Tour: ₹1,00,000/- (Optional)
• Hostel Fee: ₹1,80,000/- Per Annum (Optional)
| Exams and Events | Dates | 
|---|
|  CAT Admit Card Date   (Mode - Online) | 4 Nov'25 - 29 Nov'25 | 
|  CAT Exam Date   (Mode - Online) | 29 Nov'25 - 29 Nov'25 | 
|  CMAT Application Date   (Mode - Online) | 16 Oct'25 - 17 Nov'25 | 
|  CMAT Others - Last date of fee payment   (Mode - Online) | 17 Nov'25 - 18 Nov'25 | 
|  CMAT Application Correction Date   (Mode - Online) | 19 Nov'25 - 20 Nov'25 | 
|  NMAT Exam Date   (Mode - Online) | 4 Nov'25 - 18 Dec'25 | 
|  NMAT Others - Retake-registration   (Mode - Online) | 5 Nov'25 - 15 Dec'25 | 
|  NMAT Others - Retake-scheduling   (Mode - Online) | 5 Nov'25 - 15 Dec'25 | 
|  NMAT Others - NMAT exam rescheduling   (Mode - Online) | 31 Jul'25 - 15 Dec'25 | 
|  MAT Application Date - PBT:  December session - last date to apply   (Mode - Online) | 6 Dec'25 - 6 Dec'25 | 
|  MAT Admit Card Date - PBT:  December session   (Mode - Online) | 9 Dec'25 - 12 Dec'25 | 
|  MAT Exam Date - PBT:  December session   (Mode - Online) | 12 Dec'25 - 12 Dec'25 | 
|  MAT Application Date - CBT:  December session - Last date to apply   (Mode - Online) | 14 Dec'25 - 14 Dec'25 | 
|  MAT Admit Card Date - CBT:  December session   (Mode - Online) | 17 Dec'25 - 20 Dec'25 | 
|  MAT Exam Date - CBT:  December session   (Mode - Online) | 20 Dec'25 - 20 Dec'25 | 
Candidates can apply based on CAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT, MAT, ATMA, State CET tests & NMAT by GMAC where applicable, and as per AICTE guidelines.
The College Is Really Good It Has Multiple Of Societies That Helps Students In Various Ways To Be Interacted With Many Students And They Can Also Figure It Out Their Potential To To Their Work Effectively
The campus infrastructure is good and on point, from the entrance to till the top floor, all the facilities are available at the campus. I like the Auditorium space specially as we used to have many practical activities there. Overall for any PGDM aspirant this campus fulfills the needs.
The college's infrastructure received praise for its sophisticated features. GIBS has spacious classrooms with Wi-Fi and smart boards, a well-stocked library, advanced laboratories, and a hygienic hostel facility.
Admissions Open | Globally Recognized by AACSB (US) & AMBA (UK) | 17.8 LPA Avg. CTC for PGPM 2025
#36 in NIRF, NAAC ‘A’ Grade | 100% Placement, up to 30% meritorious scholarships
Ranked Under 100 B-Schools in India by NIRF | AACSB Member | AICTE Approved | Highest CTC 26 LPA | Average CTC of the Top 25% Students is 13 LPA
Ranked No. 3 Business School in India and no.35 in world by Financial Times MiM 2025 Ranking | Highest CTC: INR 89 LPA
AMBA & BGA ACCREDITED | Top Recruiters-Microsoft, Bain, HSBC, Deloitte, Barclays and many more
IBSAT 2025-Your gateway to MBA/PGPM @ IBS Hyderabad and 8 other IBS campuses | Scholarships worth 10 CR
GIBS Bangalore admissions for the academic year 2026 are currently open.
CAT exam 2025 for admission to the GIBS Bangalore MBA/ PGDM will be conducted on November 30, 2025.