Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) 

at IIMS Pune, Hinjewadi

The International Institute of Management Studies (IIMS) Pune charges Rs. 9,00,000 for its two-year full-time PGDM programme. The two-year, full-time MBA programme costs Rs. 5,00,000 in tuition. The PGDM fee schedule consists of three installments of Rs. 2,25,000 each. The first installment is Rs. 3,50,000, the first amount at the time of admission is Rs. 100,000, and the second installment is Rs. 2,25,000.

IIMS Pune offers decent placements for its PGDM courses every year. In 2024, the participating recruiters placed 181 students of the PGDM batch 2024 in various sectors viz., Marketing, Finance and HR. The key highlights of IIMS Pune placements the Class of 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2024)
Highest package	INR 26.10 LPA
Average package	INR 7.50 LPA
the lowest package	INR 5.50 LPA
Total students placed	181

NOTE: The placement year for the packages mentioned above was not mentioned on the official website. Hence, the packages are assumed for the year 2024.

At the postgraduate level, IIMS Pune offers PGDM courses in major and minor specialisations. IIMS Pune is famous for its flagship programme which is PGDM as the college is ranked 23 by The Times 2023 under the PGDM category. The total tuition fee for PGDM is INR 9.3 lakh. Various additional charges might be added to the total fee. For more information please visit the official website of the college.

Yes, candidates can get into IIMS Pune, MBA with 88% in XAT. Getting into IIMS Pune with a 88% score in XAT is definitely possible, but it's important to note that admission decisions are based on various factors, not just your XAT score. IIMS Pune considers factors like academic performance, entrance exam scores, work experience, extracurricular activities, and more. While a good XAT score is important, it's equally crucial to showcase your overall profile and highlight your strengths. When applying to IIMS Pune, make sure to emphasize your achievements, skills, and experiences beyond just your XAT score. Highlight your passion for the arts, your commitment to excellence, and your ability to excel in different areas. Additionally, consider showcasing any leadership roles, teamwork experiences, or community involvement that you may have. Remember, admission decisions are not solely based on one criterion. It's about presenting a well-rounded profile that showcases your unique qualities and potential.

As per the latest available reports of 2022, the minimun cutoff marks required for MBA at IIMS Pune is as follows:

Exam	Cutoff percentage
XAT, 2022	60
MAT, 2022	65
CMAT, 2022	65

 To be eligible for the MBA programme at IIMS Pune, Candidates willing to get admission to the MBA course must have a bachelor's degree with a 50 % aggregate. You'll have to appear for a national-level management entrance exam like CAT, XAT, CMAT, or GMAT. These exam scores are considered during the selection process. Meeting the eligibility criteria is just the first step. The final selection is based on various factors, including exam scores, academic performance, work experience (if any), and performance in group discussions and personal interviews. It's important to prepare well and showcase your skills and potential during the selection process. 

Candidates are required to meet the minimum eligibility criteria provided by the college to get shortlisted for the MBA/ PGDM course offered by IIMS Pune. Check below the course along with its eligibility and selection criteria:

Course	Common Eligibility	Selection Criteria
MBA/ PGDM	Graduation with a minimum of 60% aggregate	XAT/ CAT/ CMAT/ MAH CET

IIMS, MAHCET Cutoff 2023 for GOPENH Category is listed below. The overall cutoff for MAHCET is 25.88 percentile.

Courses	2023 Cutoff By Percentile
MBA	25.88
MBA Human Resource Management	25.88
MBA Marketing	25.88
MBA International Business	25.88

No, direct admission is not valid at IIMS Pune. Admission to all the courses at the college is entirely entrance-based. Candidates can pursue full-time PGDM courses from IIMS Pune. Candidates seeking for admission must qualify for either CAT/ XAT/ CMAT or MAH CET entrance exam with a valid score. Later on, the final admission is done as per the performance of candidates in PI round.

The mess food at IIMS Pune is excellent. Proper three meals are supplied each day, in addition to evening tea and snacks. Additionally, fresh fruit is provided in the morning, and students get hygienically prepared meals from the mess. However there are also great options to eat nearby the campus.