IIMS Pune PGDM : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

The PGDM at International Institute of Management Studies [IIMS Pune], Pune, is a 2-year full-time postgraduate management programme approved by AICTE, accredited by NBA, and recognised by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) as equivalent to an MBA. Located near the Hinjewadi IT Park, Pune, IIMS provides strong industry connections and placement support. The program covers business strategy, marketing management, financial management, operations management, human resource management, and organisational behaviour. Total fees for the 2-year program are INR 9,72,000.

PGDM admissions at IIMS Pune for 2026-28 are based on CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, GMAT, or MAH-MBA-CET scores, followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview. Visit iimspune.edu.in for the current application schedule.

Key Points

• IIMS Pune is AICTE-approved and NBA-accredited; PGDM is recognised by AIU as equivalent to an MBA.
• 2-year, 4-semester full-time programme; total fees INR 9,72,000 (batch 2026-28); hostel INR 1,26,000 (Year 1, optional).
• Located near Hinjewadi IT Park, Pune, industry-linked internships (45-day winter + 90-day summer).

IIMS Pune PGDM Fees

PGDM Fee Structure

• Total fees for the 2-year PGDM at IIMS Pune are INR 9,72,000 (batch 2026-28) as published on the official IIMS Pune fee structure page.
• Fees are payable in instalments as per the schedule communicated at admission. Year 1 hostel charges (INR 1,26,000, optional) are not included in the above total; Year 2 hostel is complimentary.
• The IIMS Pune PGDM is AICTE-approved and recognised by AIU as equivalent to an MBA.

IIMS Pune PGDM Admission 2026

Important Dates

Entrance Exam Dates

• Admission to the PGDM programme at IIMS Pune is based on valid CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, GMAT, or MAH-MBA-CET scores, followed by Group Discussion and Personal Interview, with final selection considering entrance scores, academics, and GD/PI performance.
• The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree (any discipline) from a UGC-recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 60 %marks (45 % for SC/ST/DA).
• Final-year graduation students expecting to meet the eligibility criteria are also eligible to apply.
• A valid score in CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA, GMAT, or MAH-MBA-CET is mandatory.

Admission Process

• Appear for CAT 2025, XAT 2026, CMAT 2026, MAH-MBA-CET 2026, MAT, ATMA, or GMAT and secure a valid score.
• Apply online through the IIMS Pune admissions portal at iimspune.edu.in, uploading academic documents.
• Attend Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds at IIMS Pune (from February to April 2026).
• Receive the offer letter and pay the admission deposit to confirm the seat; complete document verification before the commencement of classes.

IIMS Pune PGDM Scholarships 2026

PGDM Scholarships Available

• IIMS Pune offers merit scholarships at admission based on entrance exam scores; verify current scheme details at iimspune.edu.in.
• SC/ST/OBC/EWS students should register on the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) for government scholarships after securing admission.