IIM Shillong PGPEX : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Component	Amount (INR)
Programme Fee (1 Year)	INR 22,78,000
Hostel Fee (1 Year)	INR 1,50,000
Total Fees (excluding hostel)	INR 22,78,000

Component

Amount (INR)

Programme Fee (1 Year)

INR 22,78,000

Hostel Fee (1 Year)

INR 1,50,000

Total Fees (excluding hostel)

INR 22,78,000

IIM Shillong PGPEX Admission 2027

Event	Date
CAT 2026 Registration Opens	03 August 2026
CAT 2026 Registration Closes	15 September 2026
CAT 2026 Admit Card Release	04 November 2026
PGPEX Round 1 Application Closes	November 2026 (Tentative)
CAT 2026 Exam	29 November 2026
CAT 2026 Result	24 December 2026 (Tentative)
PGPEX Round 1 GD and PI	December 2026 (Tentative)
PGPEX Round 2 Application Closes	January 2027 (Tentative)
PGPEX Round 2 GD and PI	February 2027 (Tentative)

Valid GMAT score of 500 or above is accepted in lieu of CAT score.

IIM Shillong announces admission dates on its official website iimshillong.ac.in.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognised institution with a minimum aggregate of 50%.

Minimum 5 years of full-time post-graduation work experience is mandatory at the time of joining.

A valid CAT score of at least 50 percentile (overall) or GMAT score of at least 500 is required.

Candidates with international work experience may receive up to 1 year of relaxation in experience requirement.

Admission Process

Submit the PGPEX application form on the official IIM Shillong website by the respective round deadline.

Shortlisted candidates are invited for a Group Discussion and Personal Interview round.

Final selection is based on academic background, work experience, CAT/GMAT score, and GD/PI performance.

Accept the offer and complete the admission formalities within the specified deadline.

✓ Opt for this if

Mid-career professional with 5-plus years of work experience.
Want an IIM brand executive MBA without a 2-year career break.
Comfortable with residential immersive learning at Shillong campus.
Have a CAT score of 50 percentile or a valid GMAT score of 500 or above.

✗ Skip if

Have fewer than 5 years of full-time post-graduation work experience.
Prefer a top-10 NIRF Management ranked IIM for maximum brand leverage.
Cannot relocate to Shillong for a year-long residential programme.
Need a part-time or distance executive MBA to continue working.

Metric	Value (2024 Batch)
Placement Rate	100%
Average Package	INR 24.40 LPA
Median Package	INR 22.80 LPA
Highest Package	INR 35.00 LPA

Metric

Value (2024 Batch)

Placement Rate

100%

Average Package

INR 24.40 LPA

Median Package

INR 22.80 LPA

Highest Package

INR 35.00 LPA

IIM Shillong PGPEX Scholarships 2027

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Top Class Education Scholarship (SC)	As per government norms	Scheduled Caste students, as per Ministry of Social Justice criteria
Government of India SC/ST/PWD Scholarship	As per government norms	SC/ST/PWD category participants, income criterion applies
Need-Based Financial Assistance (NBFA)	Partial fee support	Academically strong candidates with demonstrated financial need

Apply for NBFA during the admission process via the official IIM Shillong portal.

Collateral-free education loans are available from bank partners at IIM Shillong.

IIM Shillong PGPEX FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for PGPEX at IIM Shillong?

Ans. The total programme fee for PGPEX at IIM Shillong is INR 22,78,000 for the one-year programme. Additionally, hostel accommodation costs INR 1,50,000 per year and is charged separately. Collateral-free education loans are available through IIM Shillong’s partner banks, making the programme accessible without immediate full payment upfront.

Ques. What is the minimum CAT or GMAT score required for PGPEX at IIM Shillong?

Ans. IIM Shillong requires a minimum CAT overall score of 50 percentile or a GMAT score of at least 500 for the PGPEX. Final selection is not based on entrance score alone but also considers work experience, academic background, and performance in the Group Discussion and Personal Interview. Candidates with strong professional profiles often receive priority even at the minimum score threshold.

Ques. What is the work experience requirement for PGPEX at IIM Shillong?

Ans. Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of full-time post-graduation work experience to be eligible for PGPEX at IIM Shillong. A relaxation of up to 1 year is available for candidates with at least 1 year of field work experience outside India. This executive programme is designed specifically for working professionals seeking to fast-track their career to senior leadership roles.

Ques. What are the placement outcomes for IIM Shillong PGPEX?

Ans. IIM Shillong PGPEX recorded 100% placement for the 2024 batch with an average salary of INR 24.40 LPA, median salary of INR 22.80 LPA, and highest package of INR 35 LPA. Top recruiting sectors include management consulting, banking and financial services, FMCG, technology, and general management. The IIM brand significantly enhances salary outcomes for participants compared to pre-PGPEX roles.

Ques. Is the PGPEX at IIM Shillong a full-time residential programme?

Ans. Yes, the PGPEX at IIM Shillong is a full-time, residential one-year programme conducted at the Shillong campus. Participants are required to relocate to the campus for the entire duration of the programme. The residential format facilitates peer learning, group projects, and direct faculty interaction, which are integral to the executive education experience at IIM Shillong.

Ques. How many rounds are there in the PGPEX admission process at IIM Shillong?

Ans. IIM Shillong PGPEX admission is conducted in two rounds. Round 1 applications typically close in November, with GD/PI interviews scheduled in December. Round 2 applications usually close in January, with interviews in February. Candidates are advised to apply in Round 1 for a wider seat availability. Shortlisted candidates from both rounds attend Group Discussion and Personal Interview before final selection.

IIM Shillong: 1 Answered Question

What are the requirements to get the PGDM course at IIM Shillong?

SagardeepIIM Shillong

The following is a list of the prerequisites that must be met before enrolling in the PGDM programme at IIM Shillong:

a minimum of fifty percent (50%) of the possible points or a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) equivalent from a university that is both recognised and accredited.
Valid CAT/ GMAT/ XAT/ CMAT score.
Experience in the workforce is not required but is highly recommended.
Candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted to participate in a personal interview as well as a written ability test.

Note: The qualifying conditions that have been given above are subject to change. Prospective students are strongly encouraged to consult the official website of IIM Shillong for the most up-to-date information.

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