IMS Ghaziabad Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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29 May, 2026 MAT May 2026 MBA exam schedule is out. Check the latest events below-

  • PBT admit cards are out @mat.aima.in. Exam on May 31, 2026. Read news!
  • CBT registrations are open till Jun 8. Admit cards will be available on Jun 11, and the exam will be conducted on Jun 14, 2026.

Institute of Management Studies, Ghaziabad offers admission to its MBA & FPM courses based on scores in national-level entrance exams, followed by further steps of the admission process. Admission to the MBA course is currently open and applications ongoing. The more details about the admission to MBA at IMS Ghaziabad are tabulated below-

Aspect Details
Program Master of Business Administration (MBA)
2-year full-time residential management program
Intake 360 seats
Eligibility 3 year Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% marks & Final-year students can apply provisionally.
Entrance Exam (Domestic) Valid CAT/XAT/ CMAT/ MAT score
Application Fee INR 1100
Selection Process Shortlisting based on entrance exam score (20%), academics (20%), Group Case Discussion/Extempore (25%)→ Personal Interview (25%)→ Written Aptitude Test (10%)→ Final merit
Minimum CAT & CMAT Cutoff 75 percentile (General)
Total Program Fees Total Fees: INR 9.5 Lakhs for MBA
Hostel Fees(including Mess Charges): INR 3.1 Lakhs(For entire duration)
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IMS Ghaziabad MBA Admission Dates 2026

Important dates regarding the MBA admission process at IMS Ghaziabad are tabulated below-

Event Date
Application Process Opens October 2025 (Ongoing)
GD-PI Round January 9, 2026
February 28, 2026
March 19, 2026
March 27, 2026
Result Declaration & Offer Letters Within 7–10 days after each GD-PI
Initial Fee Payment (Confirmation) Within 20 days of GD-PI result
1st Year Fee Installment 1 On or before July 15, 2026
1st Year Fee Installment 2 On or before October 15, 2026
1st Year Fee Installment 3 On or before December 31, 2026
2nd Year Fee Installment 1 On or before June 15, 2027
2nd Year Fee Installment 2 On or before October 15, 2027
2nd Year Fee Installment 3 On or before December 15, 2027
Program Commencement Mid / Late July 2026 (Tentative)

The important dates for the entrance exam for admission to the MBA course at the institute are as follows:

Events Dates
CAT
CAT Registration Timeline Aug 01, 2025- Sep 20, 2025
CAT Exam Date Nov 30, 2025
CAT Result Date Dec 24, 2025
XAT
XAT Registration Timeline Jul 10, 2025- Dec 11, 2025
XAT Exam Date Jan 04, 2025
XAT Result Date Jan 15, 2026
CMAT
CMAT Registration Timeline October 17, 2025 - Nov 24, 2025
CMAT Exam Date Jan 25, 2026
CMAT Result Feb 13, 2026

IMS Ghaziabad MBA Admission 2026

IMS Ghaziabad offers admission to the MBA as its flagship program. The total seat intake for the MBA Programme is 360. The eligibility, total seats and selection criteria for this course is mentioned below:

Course Dual Specialization Eligibility Selection Criteria
MBA Finance Graduation with 50% or equivalent in any discipline recognized by UGC CAT/XAT/ CMAT/ MAT + Academic + Personal interview + group discussion + Written Aptitude Test
Marketing
Human Resource
Business Analytics
Operation

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IMS Ghaziabad MBA Admission Brochure 2026
Important Points Students Should Know
  • Students can book their GD-PI slots here. The GD-PI sessions are conducted in multiple rounds depending upon the number of applications received. After successfully attending the GD-PI session, the results are usually declared within 7 to 10 days from the date of the GD-PI. Once the results are announced, students are required to complete the initial fee payment within 20 days of the result declaration to confirm their admission and secure their seat in the program.
  • Work Experience: Not compulsory, but it helps. Longer and better-quality work experience may give extra points in the interview.
  • Class Commencement: Usually starts in the Last week of July or first week of August 2026.

Admissions to the PGDM Programme is based on a combination of factors including academic and professional achievement, performance on a Written Aptitude Test and strong communication skills. The merit is prepared on the basis of parameters given below:

Component Weight
Academic performance (10th,12th and Graduation Marks) 20%
Test Score ( CAT/XAT/CMAT/MAT) 20%
Group Case Discussion/Extempore 25%
Personal Interview 25%
Written Aptitude Test 10%

Get a detailed review of the PGDM Programme in the above video.

The IMS Ghaziabad interview focuses on your true personality, not just marks. From discussions on Quora User, below is a simple overview of his Interview experience:
  • Know yourself: Be ready to answer ‘Tell me about yourself’ in 1 to 2 minutes (include family, education, goals, hobbies, and why MBA).
  • Why IMS Ghaziabad and why MBA? Explain honestly how the institute fits your career dreams and what you like about its programs (like innovation focus or specializations).
  • Current affairs & business news: Read newspapers daily for GD topics (e.g., elections, startups, economy issues like Byju's or Zomato changes).
  • Your resume: Talk about academics, work experience (if any), projects, strengths/weaknesses, role models, and extracurriculars with real examples.
  • GD tips: Speak clearly, listen to others, add good points without arguing, and summarize at the end. Be polite and team-oriented.
  • PI tips: Stay confident, smile, make eye contact, dress neatly, and be honest, if you don't know something, say so calmly.

See what Shivam Thomar from PGDM Marketing has to say about admission in IMS Ghaziabad.
Shivam says, “Asian business school was the other college I applied for. I chose IMS as it is renowned and very good for placement purposes. There is a GD and PI session online conducted by the college for admissions. That's all for admissions.” Read More>

IMS Ghaziabad MBA Cutoff

For MBA admissions at the institute, the CAT/ XAT cutoffs are usually lower than those for MAT/ CMAT. The CAT cutoff was 70 to 75 percentile in 2024 & 2025. The table below shows the IMS Ghaziabad Cutoff for 2025:

Program CAT Cutoff Percentile CMAT Cutoff Percentile
PGDM 75 75

IMS Ghaziabad FPM Admission 2026

IMS Ghaziabad offers admission to the 4 year Fellow Program in Management in 7 specializations. The Institute is offering FPM as a full-time residential program in all functional areas of management. The specialization, eligibility, and selection criteria for PhD are given below:

Course specialization Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
FPM General Management B.E/B.Tech with 60% marks with 2 years of work experience OR Master’s with 55% marks. CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF/NET/SETorResearch Aptitude Test (RAT) conducted by IMS Ghaziabad.
Finance
Human Resources & Organizational Behaviour
Marketing
Production & Operations
Business Analytics
Information Technology

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IMS Ghaziabad FPM Admission Brochure

IMS Ghaziabad Admission Process 2026

Candidates seeking admission to the PGDM program at IMS Ghaziabad must first register and appear for respective exams through their official portals. In addition to this, candidates are required to fill out the application form on the IMS Ghaziabad official website. Student can find step by step guidelines for admission process in the table below:

Step Description
Application Apply online on the official admission portal: admission.ims-ghaziabad.ac.in. Fill academic details, work experience (if any), entrance scores, upload documents (10th/12th/Grad marksheets, Aadhaar, entrance scorecard), and pay INR 1100 fee.
Shortlisting Based on entrance exam scores + academic profile. Shortlisted candidates receive call for next round.
Selection Rounds Written Aptitude Test (WAT) + Group Discussion (GD) + Personal Interview (PI). These are usually conducted in multiple phases.
Final Merit & Offer Composite score decides selection. Offer letter sent via email to selected candidates.
Fee Payment Pay admission fee as per schedule in the offer letter to confirm the seat.

IMS Ghaziabad Admission FAQs

Ques: Is there any age limit to apply for a PhD course at IMS Ghaziabad?

Ans: Yes, to be eligible for IMS Ghaziabad PhD admission a candidate must not exceed 45 years of age as on the date of joining. Check below the complete eligibility criteria for IMS Ghaziabad PhD admission:

Courses Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
FPM B.E/B.Tech with 60% marks with 2 years of work experience OR Master’s with 55% marks. CAT/GMAT/GRE/GATE/JRF/NET/SETorResearch Aptitude Test (RAT) conducted by IMS Ghaziabad.

Ques: Is there any bank details available for fees submission at IMS Ghaziabad?

Ans: Students can find IMS Ghaziabad Bank details in the table below for online fees submission:

Particulars Details
Name of beneficiary Institute of Management Studies
Address C 238, Bulandshahr Road Industrial Area,Lal Quan, Ghaziabad 201009
A/C No 5146-10100-00010
Bank Name Punjab National Bank
Bank Branch Address IMS, Lal Quan, Ghaziabad
Bank Code 514610
MICR Code 110024640
IFSC Code (RTGC/NEFT) PUNB0514610

Ques: What is the eligibility criteria for FPM admission at IMS Ghaziabad?

Ans: The basic eligibility to apply for admission to the FPM is either:

  • Students should have a BE or B.Tech degree (or its equivalent) with at least 60% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates). This degree should be completed after 10+2, and you must also have at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
  • OR, Students should have a Bachelor’s degree of minimum 3 years with at least 60% marks (50% for SC/ST) after 10+2, and then completed a post-graduation (like MBA or any Master’s degree) with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates).
  • OR, Students should have an Integrated Master’s degree (4 or 5 years duration) in any discipline with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates) after completing 10+2.
  • OR, Students should have a professional qualification such as CA, ICWA, or CS with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST candidates).

Ques: What is the process for GD registration at IMS Ghaziabad for PGDM courses?

Ans: Go to the IMS Ghaziabad official website. Add name, email and phone number. After that, click on the submit button. Tick on the suitable box to make sure you get a reminder on time.

Ques: What is the programme structure of FPM at IMS Ghaziabad?

Ans: Students can find detailed programme overview in the below:

  • Years 1 & 2: Compulsory Coursework for the qualifying exam, Pre- proposal submission and registration, Guide Allocation.
  • Years 2 & 3: Synopsis submission & presentation, Teaching immersion, research paper publishing, case study writing or project work.
  • Years 3 & 4: Doctoral thesis that includes progress reviews, thesis submission and presentations.

IMS Ghaziabad Upcoming Important Dates 2026


Expired Events

EventsDates
MAT registration
Dec 30, 2025 - Mar 02, 2026
MAT Exam Date
Mar 01, 2026
CMAT Result
Feb 17, 2026

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shruti verma
Jun 2, 2022 15:42
Is SOP required for Ph.D admission at IMS Ghaziabad?
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Akshata Duse
Jun 3, 2022 11:15

For admission to IMS Ghaziabad Ph.D in Management, the selection is done through 2 stages. 1st stage includes Academic credentials, work experience (if any), and research publications. For the 2nd stage, a personal interview will be conducted

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yash raj singh
Jun 2, 2022 15:39
What is the total intake for the PGDM program of IMS Ghaziabad?
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Akshata Duse
Jun 3, 2022 11:18

The total seating capacity at the IMS Ghaziabad auditorium is 400 students. 


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