IIM Indore PGP Courses & Fees 2025: Eligibility, Application Process, Scholarship

Check below CAT 2022 sectional and overall percentile cutoffs for IIM Indore PGP course:

Category	Each Section	Overall
General	80	90
EWS	80	90
NC-OBC	70	80
SC	55	60
ST	40	45
PwD	40	45

Predict your chance of getting into IIM Indore here

For admission to MBA (or PGP) 2024 batch at IIM Indore, the CAT test will be conducted on November 26, 2023. Aspirants of IIM Indore are required to appear for the exam in Computer Based Testing mode at the allotted test centres. CAT exam 2023 will be held in three slots:

Morning slot: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Afternoon slot: 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM

Evening slot: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Earlier, the CAT exam used to be of 180 minutes with 100 questions but in 2020, both exam duration and number of questions were reduced due to COVID-19 pandemic. Now, starting CAT 2022, the total number of questions stands at 66 as part of CAT pattern.

PGP is the flagship course of IIM Indore. The institute is listed in the top 100 in the Financial Times Rankings for its flagship PGP in Management (PGP) under the Masters in Management category. It has also bagged 25 positions amongst all the top B-schools in Asia under QS Global MBA Rankings, with a position of 5 amongst the IIMs and 5 amongst the top B-Schools in India. In terms of placements, IIM Indore provides opportunities to students in top companies.

The the highest and average package offered to PGP HRM programme during IIM Indore placements 2023 stood at INR 34.50 LPA and INR 22.65 LPA, respectively. Check below infographic to know what students have to say about IIM Indore MBA:

 

The CAT exam is always conducted on the last Sunday of November every year so the CAT 2024 exam is expected to be conducted on Nov 24, 2024. Official announcement of the CAT 2024 exam date will be made by the convening IIM on Jul 30, 2024. The announcement will be made at the iimcat.ac.in website as well as in all the national dailies across India. We at Shiksha also notify the aspirants through our communication channels. Registrations cum application process for CAT 2024 will begin from the first week of August and end in the third week of September 2024.

Check below CAT exam dates for last five years:

• CAT 2023: November 26
• CAT 2022: November 27
• CAT 2021: November 28
• CAT 2020: November 29 
• CAT 2019: November 24

CAT lays a lot of emphasis on analytical skills so the questions are asked mostly from those topics which require deep learning and practice. The three sections of CAT question paper are designed in such a way that candidates have to use their ability of minute observation and fast calculation. Shared below are the section wise main topics from which questions are asked in CAT. Verbal Ability: Parajumbles, Parasummary, Sentence Completion and Inferences Reading Comprehension: Questions based on passages, Para meaning, Order of sentences Data Interpretation: Tables, Graphs, Pie Charts, Venn Diagram, Data Sufficiency Logical Reasoning: Blood Relation, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, Sets and Caselets, Family Tree, Assumptions Quantitative Aptitude: Geometry, Algebra Number System Modern Math, Arithmetic, Mensuration The difficulty level of CAT questions is usually moderate to high. Only a few questions are easy and quick to solve. To crack the CAT exam, one needs to pay attention to the abovementioned topics.

The selection criteria for the Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) through the Common Admission Test (CAT) may vary slightly from year to year. The CAT exam evaluates candidates' quantitative aptitude, verbal ability, data interpretation, and logical reasoning skills.

1. Shortlisting for Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI): Each IIM sets a minimum CAT score cutoff for shortlisting candidates for the next stage of the selection process, which may include Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI). 

2. Written Ability Test (WAT): In the WAT, candidates are given a topic and are required to write an essay or express their views on the given topic within a specified time limit. The purpose of the WAT is to assess candidates' written communication skills, clarity of thought, and analytical thinking.

3. Group Discussion (GD): Some IIMs conduct group discussions where candidates are divided into groups and are given a topic to discuss. The GD assesses candidates' abilities to articulate their thoughts, work as a team, and engage in constructive discussion.

4. Personal Interview (PI): The personal interview is conducted to evaluate candidates' overall personality, communication skills, academic background, work experience (if applicable), and their fit with the institute's values and goals. 

5. Work Experience: Some IIMs consider work experience as a factor in their selection process. The weightage given to work experience may vary, and candidates with relevant work experience may receive advantage during the selection process.

Check below sectional cutoff for IIM Indore PGP-HRM:

Category	QA	DILR	VARC
General	60	70	80
EWS	55	60	65
NC-OBC	55	60	65
SC	50	50	55
ST	40	40	40
PwD	40	40	40

The total tuition fee for IIM Indore PGP course ranges between INR 17.30 lakh and INR 35 lakh. The aforementioned fee is only indicative considering it is fetched from unofficial sources. However, as per the official website of IIM Indore, the overall PGP programme fee is inclusive of tuition fee, course materials fee, student’s stay and food during campus visits and other service facilities, such as library, etc. Students have the provision to pay the fee in installments. Candidates are required to pay the course fee after completion of the selection rounds to confirm their seat in the institute. 

For admission to IIM Indore for the flagship MBA (or PGP) course, the result of CAT 2023 can be expected by the last week of December 2023 (If the CAT conducting body follows the trend as in 2022). However, if the trend is not followed, the same will most probably be out by the first week of January 2024. After the release of result, the exam takers will be able to download their CAT scorecards from the official website using their login credentials for IIM Indore admission.

Especially designed for experienced professionals to enhance their knowledge, skills, and capabilities, Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (EPGP) is an intensive one-year residential programme offered by IIM Indore. This course is accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA) London (UK). 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. EPGP consists of six segments. Check below the segments:

• Orientation – Online HBS courses are offered to the students
• Core Curriculum
• Industry Consulting Module
• International Immersion
• Advanced Analytics Workshop
• Elective courses
• Simulation based learning

{Source: MBA/PGDM students & alumni}

Here's a summarized answer based on the reviews:

Worth Pursuing MBA/PGDM at IIM Indore

* Placement: IIM Indore has a 100% placement record, with the highest domestic salary package reaching up to INR1 crore and the average package around INR24-25 lakhs.
* Faculty: Professors are highly qualified and knowledgeable, with many being from IIM/IIT institutions. Teaching quality is good, and students appreciate the faculty's willingness to help.
* Infrastructure: Campus infrastructure is impressive, with Wi-Fi connectivity, modern classrooms, libraries, hostels, and recreational facilities like swimming pools, gyms, and playing grounds.
* Course Curriculum: The course is diverse, covering subjects like economics, mathematics, humanities, and computer programming. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for industry requirements.
* Fests and Extra-Curricular Activities: IIM Indore hosts various cultural and sports fests, with IPM students participating actively. Music, dance, debates, and gaming clubs are popular among students.
* Career Opportunities: Alumni have secured jobs in top companies like Google, Microsoft, and IBM, with roles like finance analysts and marketing managers.
* Overall Experience: Students appreciate the campus atmosphere, citing the beautiful surroundings, cleanliness, and good food options. While some issues arise, overall, students enjoy their experience at IIM Indore.

Keep in mind that these summaries are based on the provided feedback, and results may vary depending on individual circumstances.