What is the minimum eligibility for IBS Pune PGPM admission?

Candidates must hold a Bachelors degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate. Graduation must be in English medium. Final-year students can also apply.

What is the total PGPM fee at IBS Pune?

The total PGPM fee at IBS Pune is INR 9.09 lakhs for two years. This is exclusive of hostel and mess charges. Contact ibsindia.org for the latest fee structure.

What is the selection process at IBS Pune?

Shortlisted candidates attend a Micro Presentation and Personal Interview at IBS Hyderabad campus. Final merit is based on Academics (50%), Micro Presentation (25%), and PI (25%).

Is IBSAT mandatory to apply at IBS Pune?

No. IBSAT is not mandatory if you have a valid CAT, XAT, NMAT, or GMAT scorecard. Submit your score directly at ibsindia.org. IBSAT is required only if you have not taken any of these national-level exams.

When does IBSAT 2026 registration open for IBS Pune?

IBSAT 2026 registration opened on July 1, 2026 at ibsindia.org. The exam is in the last week of December 2026 (Tentative). Results are expected on December 30, 2026 (Tentative).

Does IBS Pune have a management quota?

No. IBS Pune does not offer a management quota or NRI quota. All PGPM seats are filled through merit and the IBS selection process.

What is the application fee for IBS Pune PGPM?

The application fee is INR 1,800, paid online at ibsindia.org during registration. This fee is non-refundable.

Can a working professional apply for IBS Pune PGPM?

Yes. Work experience is not mandatory for PGPM admission at IBS Pune. However, it can add value during the Personal Interview stage. Freshers and experienced candidates are both eligible.

Are there scholarships at IBS Pune?

Yes. IBS offers INR 2 lakh scholarships to IBSAT toppers, alumni wards, children of defence personnel, and PwD candidates. Check ibsindia.org for the latest scholarship criteria for the IBS Pune campus.

ICFAI Business School Pune PGPM : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Q: Which entrance exams are accepted for IBS Pune PGPM?

IBS Pune PGPM accepts IBSAT, CAT, XAT, NMAT, and GMAT scores. Candidates with CAT, XAT, NMAT, or GMAT scores do not need to appear for IBSAT.

Component	Amount (INR)
Programme Fee (2 years)	INR 9,09,000
Caution Deposit (refundable)	INR 10,000
Total Fees	INR 9,19,000

Event	Date
IBSAT 2026 Registration Opens	July 1, 2026
IBSAT 2026 Registration Closes	December 19, 2026 (Tentative)
IBSAT 2026 Exam	December 27 to 28, 2026 (Tentative)
IBSAT 2026 Result	January 2027, first week (Tentative)
Selection Briefings at IBS Hyderabad	January 2027 (Tentative)
Micro Presentation and Personal Interview	February to March 2027 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	June 2027 (Tentative)

Metric	Value (2025 Batch)
Placement Rate	99%
Average Package	INR 7.95 LPA
Highest Domestic Package	INR 16.42 LPA
Top 10% Average	INR 11.31 LPA
Top 25% Average	INR 10.17 LPA
Top Recruiters	ICICI Bank Kotak Mahindra Bank HDFC Bank Tata Capital Deloitte Consulting Bain and Company KPMG HCL Technologies Bajaj Housing Finance Flipkart

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
IBS Merit Scholarship (IBSAT Top Scorers)	INR 2,00,000	Top performers in IBSAT 2026
IBS Merit Scholarship (CAT, XAT, GMAT, NMAT)	INR 2,00,000	High achievers in CAT, XAT, GMAT, or NMAT
IBS Alumni Ward Scholarship	INR 2,00,000	Wards of IBS alumni applying for PGPM
IBS Defence Personnel Scholarship	INR 2,00,000	Wards of serving or retired defence personnel
IBS Physically Challenged Scholarship	INR 2,00,000	Candidates with physical disabilities
NSP PM-USP Yojana	INR 82,000 per year	80% in Class 12, parental income up to INR 4.5 lakh

IBS Pune PGPM FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for IBS Pune PGPM and how is it paid?

Ans. The total programme fee for IBS Pune PGPM is INR 9,09,000 for two years, with a refundable caution deposit of INR 10,000. Fees are paid in installments. A one-time application fee of INR 1,800 is charged separately, and a single application covers all 9 IBS campuses.

Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for IBS Pune PGPM admission?

Ans. IBS Pune accepts IBSAT, CAT, XAT, GMAT, and NMAT by GMAC for PGPM admission. IBSAT is an IBS-specific online home-proctored exam held in December. Minimum cutoffs for other exams are CAT 60 percentile, XAT 60 percentile, GMAT 500, and NMAT 150.

Ques. Does IBS Pune PGPM provide Bloomberg and SAP lab access?

Ans. Yes, IBS Pune provides Bloomberg Terminal access and SAP Lab access for PGPM students, with certification opportunities in both. Bloomberg training covers financial data analysis, and SAP training covers enterprise resource planning, giving students practical skills relevant to finance and operations placements.

Ques. What were the IBS Pune PGPM placement results for the 2025 batch?

Ans. The 2025 batch at IBS Pune achieved a 99% placement rate. The average package was INR 7.95 LPA and the highest domestic package reached INR 16.42 LPA. Top recruiters included ICICI Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, HDFC Bank, Bain and Company, Deloitte Consulting, and Tata Capital.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available at IBS Pune?

Ans. IBS Pune does not provide on-campus hostel accommodation. Students are required to arrange private accommodation near the Hadapsar campus in Pune. The college assists students in identifying suitable options in the area.

Ques. Can a final-year graduation student apply to IBS Pune PGPM?

Ans. Yes, students in the final year of graduation are eligible to apply for the IBS Pune PGPM. Proof of graduation and final mark sheets must be submitted by May 31 of the admission year. Admission is liable to be cancelled if graduation is not completed by that date.