GIM Goa: Courses, Fees, Placements, Cut Off, Admission 2025, Ranking

The total tuition fees of PGDM course ranges between INR 5.3 lakh and INR 19.4 lakh. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Candidates who will qualify all the selection rounds for PGP admission will be required to pay the course to confirm their seat in the institute. In case, a candidates is unable to pay the fee within the specified time, his or her admission will stand cancelled. Candidates need to pay a application fee to apply for admission.

The application fee ranges between INR 1,750 and INR 3,000 plus GST depending on the time of application for one or two courses. The fee increases, if a candidates applies for more than two courses.

CMAT 2025 is scheduled to be held on January 25, 2025, almost four months ahead of previous years. The CMAT exam is usually held in March-April, but in 2023 and 2024, it was held in May. The last time CMAT was held in January was in the year 2019. 

The NTA has announced registration dates via an official circular, which has been released online at the NTA website on November 14, 2024. The CMAT 2025 exam schedule includes registration window open and close dates and form correction dates. CMAT 2025 registration has started, and the last date to apply is December 13, 2024, and the admit card is expected to be released on January 20, 2025. 

Goa Institute of Management (also known as GIM Goa) is one of the top institutes in India offering quality Management education. It is approved by the AICTE and accredited by the NBA and SAQS. It is also a member of AACSB. GIM Goa stands at 37 rank under the 'Management' category in NIRF Ranking 2024. PGDM is the flagship course of GIM Goa. During the course, students get to expand their network and build a strong understanding of the Management world. Students pursuing PGDM from the institute are open to multiple opportunities after the completion of the course. Click here to check the verified student review's at Shiksha.

Talking about placements, the institute recorded 100% placement rate for its PGDM batch 2023. The highest international and domestic package offered during GIM placements 2023 stood at INR 60.4 LPA and INR 55 LPA, respectively. 

Yes,  GIM Goa is considered a good college. Goa Institute of Management is ranked 37th by NIRF 2024 under the Management category. GIM Goa is approved by AICTE and AIU and is accredited by NBA and SAQS. Goa Institute of Management is a member of AACSB, EFMD Global, PRME, GBSN, United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network, and UN-Global Compact Network India. 

As per the latest report, the top 20 students of PGDM batch 2024 received a package of INR 20.7 LPA, whereas the top 50 students of PGDM batch 2024 received a package of INR 18.6 LPA. The table below showcases the packages offered to top 20, 50, 100 and 200 PGDM students during GIM placements between 2023 and 2024:

Particulars	PGDM Statistics (2023)	PGDM Statistics (2024)
Top 20 students package	INR 24.56 LPA	INR 20.7 LPA
Top 50 students package	INR 20.56 LPA	INR 18.6 LPA
Top 100 students package	INR 18.16 LPA	INR 16.7 LPA
Top 200 students package	INR 15.62 LPA	NA

Yes, Goa Institute of Management offers a two-year PGDM course in hybrid mode. Candidates who have completed a bachelor's degree or equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate and at least three-years of work experience are eligible to apply for GIM Goa Hybrid PGDM. The selection for the course is based on merit and performance in the interview round.

The total tuition fee for Goa Institute of Management FPM is INR 40,000. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Candidates need to pay the course fee at the time of admission to confirm their seat in the institute. Besides, aspirants also need to pay a one-time fee of INR 10,000 for admission.

As per the interim placement report 2024, the GIM average package offered to top 20% and 50% students of PGDM (HCM) batch 2024 stood at INR 21.5 LPA and INR 16.7 LPA, respectively. The GIM average package offered to PGDM HCM batch between 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars	PGDM (HCM) Statistics (2023)	PGDM (HCM) Statistics (2024)
Top 10% average package	NA	INR 26.5 LPA
Top 20% average package	INR 27.84 LPA	INR 21.5 LPA
Top 50% average package	INR 19.33 LPA	INR 16.7 LPA

The alumni of Goa Institute of Management are working with top companies such as Infosys, Accenture, Deloitte, IBM, Google, and many more. They are working in various sectors such as Consulting, Operations, Business Development, Marketing, Sales and more. Of all the sectors, 33% of alumni work in the Business Development sector. Additionally, 19% and 18% of alumni work in the Operations and Consulting sectors, respectively. For a detailed analysis of the sector-wise distribution of alumni, see the below pie chart:

As per the latest report, the average stipend offered to PGDM batch 2025 stood at INR 87,500 per month. The table below showcases the course-wise average stipend offered to the students of MBA/PGDM batch 2024 and 2025:

Course	Average Stipend (2024)	Average Stipend (2025)
PGDM	INR 83,000 per month	INR 87,500 per month
PGDM (HCM)	INR 81,176 per month	INR 81,397 for two month
PGDM (BDA)	INR 48,000 per month	INR 36,000 per month
PGDM (BIFS)	INR 33,700 per month	INR 38,679 per month

GIM Goa has a good record of placements for its PGDM courses. As per the latest report, the highest package offered during GIM Goa placements in 2024 stood at INR 29 LPA. The GIM Goa average package offered to the PGDM batch 2024 stood at INR 14.81 LPA. Further, the GIM Goa average package offered to PGDM HCM and PGDM BDA batch 2024 stood at INR 14.25 LPA and INR 15.6 LPA, respectively. The key highlights of Goa Institute of Management placements for the PGDM Class of 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars	PGDM Statistics (2023)	PGDM Statistics (2024)
Total students	242	191
Highest package	INR 55 LPA	INR 26.3 LPA
Average package	INR 14.87 LPA	INR 14.81 LPA
Median package	INR 14.7 LPA	INR 14.6 LPA
Total offers	240+	NA
Total recruiters	60	54
Placement rate	100%	NA

Note: The placements are going on for the academic year 2023-2024. The data mentioned above may vary once the final placement report 2024 is out.

There are a total of 600 seats for PGDM course of GIM Goa. Candidates need to qualify national-level Management entrance exam to get a seat in PGDM programme. Check below PGDM specialisation-wise intake:

PGDM Specialisations	Intake
PGDM	300
PGDM (HCM)	60
PGDM (BDA)	150
PGDM (BIFS)	60
IDA (PGDM BDA + MSc in Analytics)	30

Admission to GIM Goa is strictly on the basis of merit and no donation in any form is sought or accepted in connection with admission. There are no reservations for Goan candidates, but for personal interview selection, the qualifying cut-off score of the competitive exam may be lowered by up to 15 points for candidates of Goan domicile/origin.

Candidates are required to meet the eligibility criteria i.e. graduation for PG and master's degree for FPM programmes. Check below the list of GIM Goa courses along with their eligibility:

Course Name	Common Eligibility
PGDM	Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST)
GOAL PGDM	Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with at least 50% aggregate and a minimum of three-year work experience
PGDM BDA + MSc Business Analytics	30 months of work experience (preferably 36) Statement of purpose is to be submitted
FPM	Master’s degree or equivalent in any discipline with at least 60% aggregate or equivalent grade along with 60% aggregate in Class 12 or equivalent

Yes, GIM Goa offer waiver in tuition fee. GIM Goa provides a tuition fee waiver scheme to students whose family income is less than INR 8 LPA to PGDM students. The tuition fee waiver is awarded to deserving students subject to a maximum of 5% of the students admitted. The facility of education loans is also available to students. The awardees would get a full waiver of the tuition fee. The award shall be based on the assessment of the financial need, considering total family income and economic condition of the family.

The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has recognised GIM's Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programme as equivalent to an MBA degree. All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has approved the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programme provided by Goa Institute of Management (GIM). GIM Goa is also amongst top 2% of globally ranked B-Schools by AMBA. 

MBA/ PGDM is the flagship programme of Goa Insitute of Management. It is offered in four specialisations at the PG level. GIM Goa has been ranked under the 'Management' Category by NIRF and Business Today. GIM Goa is amongst the top 2% of globally ranked B-Schools by AMBA. It is also under top 11 private business schools by Outlook India ranked in 'Top Private MBA Institutions in India' of 2022.

Besides, PGDM students are also open to placement opportunities. As per the latest report, the institute recorded 100% placement rate for its PGDM batch 2023. The highest international and domestic package offered during GIM placements 2023 stood at INR 60.4 LPA and INR 55 LPA, respectively. 

{Source: MBA/PGDM students & alumni}

Here's what the students and alumni have to say:

Infrastructure:

* Modern and aesthetically pleasing campus with Wi-Fi connectivity
* Air-conditioned classrooms, hostel rooms, and libraries
* Well-maintained sports facilities, including a swimming pool, gym, and outdoor courts
* Access to state-of-the-art data analytics labs and finance labs

Faculty:

* Highly qualified and experienced faculty members with industry connections
* Strong emphasis on practical learning and case studies
* Faculty members are knowledgeable and willing to help students overcome difficulties

Course Curriculum:

* Relevant and updated curriculum aligned with industry trends
* Emphasis on developing skills in data analysis, management, and communication
* Opportunities for live projects and internships

Placement Record:

* 100% placement rate for students with salaries ranging from 6-25 LPA
* Companies like JP Morgan, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, and ITC Ltd. visit the campus for recruitment
* Average package stands at 11.5 LPA, with the highest package reaching 30.17 LPA

Student Life:

* Vibrant campus culture with numerous extracurricular activities and events
* Supportive environment with friends and peers
* Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Overall, the students and alumni agree that Goa Institute of Management (GIM) is a good choice for pursuing an MBA/PGDM degree. The institution offers excellent infrastructure, a strong faculty, and a relevant course curriculum, leading to successful placements and a fulfilling student life.

Candidates need to qualify national-level entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, CMAT, etc. for admission to PGDM programme. Aspirants must score equal or above the GIM Goa cutoff to take admission. Below is the minimum percentile required to get in GIM Goa:

Entrance Exam	Percentile
CAT	88
XAT	85
CMAT	98.50

Candidates need to complete graduation degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST) to apply for the PGDM programme. Candidates appearing in the final year of the degree must obtain 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC/ ST) to apply for the PGDM programme.