S. P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), established in 1981, is a private management institute located in Mumbai. The institute holds the Triple Crown accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS.
PGDM (MBA) and PGPM are the most popular full-time programs. The institute also offers multiple executive programs in part-time mode.
Key Highlights
- Ranking 2025: 20th by NIRF and 10th by Collegedunia for MBA
- Total Fees: INR 26.5 Lakhs for MBA, INR 22.66 Lakhs for PGPM (includes basic hostel facilities)
- Selection Criteria: CAT/GMAT Scores + Academic Record + Work Experience + Profile + 2 Interview Rounds
- Registration Timeline: Mid-September to November-End for PGDM; April to May (Phase 1) for PGPM
- Scholarship (PGDM): INR 5 Lakhs under MAF Scheme (Family income less than INR 8 Lakhs)
- Placement (MBA 2024-26): INR 75 LPA (Highest Package), INR 33.75 LPA (Average Package); Read more about SPJIMR Placement
Direct Link: SPJIMR PGPDM Admission 2026
SPJIMR Admission Dates 2026
PGPGM registrations at SP Jain has started for Phase 2. SPJIMR PGPGM admission dates 2026 are as follows:
| Program | Events | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| PGPGM | Phase 2 Application Deadline | April 5, 2026 |
| Interview of Shortlisted Candidates | April 11, 2026 (Delhi & Mumbai) | |
| Program Start Date | September 2026 | |
| PGDM Online | Application Deadline |
PGPM registrations open 3 times a year on a rolling basis. The tentative admission schedule for all three phases is given below:
| Application Stages | Phase I | Phase II | Final Phase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Timeline | April - May | June - July | August - September |
| Shortlist and Interview | June to October | ||
| Admission Offer | August | End of September | Mid-October onwards |
| Final Offers | Mid-October onwards | ||
| Last Date to Submit Entrance Exam Score | End of September | ||
| Batch Commencement | December | ||
Important Dates for Accepted Exams
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAT Registration | |
| CAT Examination |
SPJIMR Courses & Fees 2026
SP Jain offers PG courses are residential programs in full-time mode. Executive courses are available in part-time mode. In addition, the institute provides various entrepreneurship courses and an online PGDM program. Here are the highlights of SPJIMR Courses & Fees:
| Course Name | Total Fees | Course Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PGDM/PGDM (BM) | INR 26.5 Lakhs | 2 Years |
| PGPM | INR 22.66 Lakhs | 18 Months |
| GMP | INR 8.7 Lakhs (for 6 months at SP Jain Campus) Around INR 25 to 97 lakhs (Depending on the partner school) |
12-24 Months |
| PGEMP | INR 9.95 Lakhs | 21 Months |
| PGPGM | INR 10 Lakhs | 2 Years |
| PGPMBM | INR 4.69 Lakhs | 13 Months |
| PGPDM | INR 1.5 Lakhs (NGOs or those who are self-sponsored) to INR 3 Lakhs (corporates / international NGOs and high-income candidates) | 12 Months |
| PGPFMB | INR 18.98 Lakhs | 15 Months |
| FPM | INR 40,000 - 45,000 per month stipend | 4 to 5 Years |
SPJIMR Admission 2026
Admission to SPJIMR (SP Jain) is granted based on scores obtained in entrance exams, along with profile evaluation and/or interview. The accepted exams vary by program:
| Program | Accepted Exams |
|---|---|
| PGDM, PGPM (BM), and PGPM | CAT and GMAT |
| GMP | CAT, GRE, GMAT, XAT, and NMAT |
| PGPGM | CAT, MAT, GMAT, ATMA, CMAT, and XAT |
| PGPDM | Personal Interview |
| PGPMBM | CAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE, and NMAT |
| PGFMB | Online Aptitude Test |
| PGEMP | Executive Assessment (by GMAC) / Test of Reasoning |
Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree are eligible to apply. In addition, a few courses require a mandatory work experience in a full-time setup. The final selection will be based on a valid entrance exam score, academic profile, work experience, and personal interview rounds (depending on the program).
Candidates have to apply online on the official website @spjimr.org. Shortlisted candidates will be called for group discussions or a personal interview. Finally, applicants need to submit their entrance scores. The application fee is INR 2,000.
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SPJIMR Admission, Eligibility, Selection, Interview ProcessSPJIMR Cutoff
The majority of the seats at SPJIMR Mumbai are offered through CAT scores. The round 1 SPJIMR CAT Cutoff for the general category stood at 85th percentile (2024 and 2023 both). It was the same for admission to these postgraduate programs for candidates belonging to the EWS, OBC, SC, and ST categories.
“SPJIMR doesn’t publish official CAT cutoffs, but competitive applicants often aim for high percentiles (~98+) — though strong profiles get consideration too.”
— Reddit user summarizing admission competitiveness
SPJIMR Placement 2026
SPJIMR Mumbai has concluded the placement drive for the batch of 2024-26 with a 100% placement rate. 46% students were offered PPOs. Consulting was the top-performing domain with 40% of the total job offers.
Some of the top recruiters included Kearney, TAS, BCG, Aditya Birla Group, Accenture Strategy, Goldman Sachs, HUL, Nestle, HSBC, Morgan Stanley, and Colgate-Palmolive.
The major highlights of SPJIMR PGDM placements are provided in the table below:
| Particulars | Final Placement Stats 2024-26 | Final Placement Stats 2023-25 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Students | 356 | 336 |
| Number of Recruiters | 80 | 86 |
| Number of New Recruiters | 31 | 27 |
| Number of PPOs | 46% of the batch | 161 |
| Highest Package | INR 75 LPA | INR 89 LPA (International) INR 81 (Domestic) |
| Average Package | INR 33.75 LPA | INR 32 LPA |
| Median Package | INR 32.85 LPA | INR 30.5 LPA |
SPJIMR Summer Internship
The institute has transitioned from autumn placements to summer placements for its PGDM programs. The PGDM cohort of 2025-27 was the second batch to participate in the summer placement cycle of the institute.
The batch received 425 internship offers. Consulting sector made the highest number of offers, ie, 32% of the total internships. The top recruiters at SPJIMR Summer Internship included Alvarez & Marsal, Airtel, Dabur, Diageo, HCCB, Mastercard, Perfetti Van Melle, Phillip Capital, and Visa
Given below are the highlights of PGDM summer internship:
| Particulars | Internship Stats (Batch 2025-27) | Internship Stats (Batch 2024-26) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Recruiters | 81 | 101 |
| Number of First-time Recruiters | 22 | 34 |
| Highest Stipend | INR 2.5 LPM | INR 3.5 LPM |
| Average Stipend | INR 1.66 LPM | INR 1.56 LPM |
| Median Stipend | INR 1.71 LPM | INR 1.5 LPM |
ROI Analysis of SPJIMR
The total fees for MBA at SPJIMR Mumbai increased by 17.78% (approx.) for 2026 as compared to 2025 (INR 22.5 Lakhs). However, the ROI decreased from 142.22% to 127.36% based on the average package secured by the institute.
| ROI Calculation | |
|---|---|
| Total Fees (2026-27) | INR 26.5 Lakhs |
| Average Placement (2025-26) | INR 33.75 LPA |
| ROI | 127.36% |
“Placements at SPJIMR feel less chaotic than some IIMs because the process is structured and quick.”
— Quora comparison discussion
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SPJIMR Placement 2024-26: Package Highlights, Sector-Wise Distribution, Recruiter DiversitySPJIMR Scholarship
SP Jain provides scholarships to PGDM students in need based on their academic performance, extra-curricular activities, and conduct.
Further, the institute also offers financial assistance to students of GMP and FPM programs. The details for SPJIMR Scholarships are mentioned below:
SPJIMR Scholarship for PGDM Programs
Students of PGDM courses receive a merit cum means based financial assistance for both years. They are reimbursed for the entire tuition fee.
Apart from financial assistance, the institute also offers the Mirae Asset Foundation (MAF) Scholarship for PGDM and a merit-based scholarship for PGDM (BM).
Under the MAF Scholarship scheme, students with a family income of less than INR 8 lakhs are granted scholarships for two years of the PGDM program. Every year, two participants from the first and second years are awarded scholarships worth INR 5 lakhs each.
Furthermore, the merit-based scholarship will be available to second-year students of the PGDM (BM) program only, depending on their academic performance in the first year. Based on the evaluations, applicants are provided with partial or full financial assistance.
SPJIMR Ranking
SP Jain (SPJIMR) is known for its PGDM program in India as well as globally. It has been consistently ranked in the top 10 B-Schools of India. Details about SPJIMR Ranking are provided below:
| Agency | Category | Ranking | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Times | Master's in Management | 3 (India) 35 (Global) |
2025 |
| Collegedunia | MBA | 10 | |
| NIRF | 20 | ||
| The Times of India | 2 | ||
| IIRF | 1 | ||
| The Week | 6 | 2024 | |
| Fortune | 5 | ||
| Business Today | 3 | ||
| Business World | 6 | ||
| India Today | 3 | ||
| Executive MBA | 7 |
SPJIMR Campus Life & Facilities
SPJIMR is located in the financial capital of India, Mumbai. It is known for its culture and diversity, Abhyudaya program, global exposure, and great RoI.
- Campus: It is spread across 45 Acres in Mumbai. The campus has a library, hostels, multiple cafeterias, a jogging trail, etc.
- Library: It is stocked with 29,000+ books, 30,000+ e-books, and 8,000+ digital resources. The institute has collaborations with external libraries (e.g., British Council, American Resource Centre).
- Hostel: The institute has separate hostels for boys & girls. The rooms are allocated on a double or triple sharing basis. They are air-conditioned and offer a common room with all the amenities as well.
- Mess: Dining options include a central mess, two bistros, an executive dining area, and a night canteen, serving vegetarian meals.
- Sports: The institute has a recreation centre with indoor games, open-sky sports (like pickleball), a gym, and yoga classes. Outdoor sports courts are available for cricket, basketball, football, and volleyball.
- A Typical Day at SPJIMR: It starts with early morning lectures that can extend until 7-8 pm, but usually gets over by 5-6 PM. Post-lecture evenings are dedicated to assignments, presentations, pre-reads, etc, for the next day's lectures.
“Campus life at SPJIMR isn’t just academics and placements. We had trips, sports, late nights in group work, and unexpected memories that weren’t in any brochure.”
— A first-year PGDM student sharing a slice of everyday experiences beyond studies on Reddit
“Life at SPJIMR feels like that classic B-school experience — clubs, competitions, cultural events, and endless group projects with people from diverse backgrounds.”
— Anonymous Student
SPJIMR FAQs
Ques. Is it possible to apply for SPJIMR without appearing for CAT?
Ans. CAT is the most common exam for Indian applicants applying to SPJIMR. However, candidates with a valid GMAT score can also apply to the PGDM and PGPM programs.
The vast majority of seats are filled by CAT-qualified candidates, with only about 4–6 seats usually going to GMAT-qualified applicants.
Ques. How many seats are there in the MBA program of SPJIMR?
Ans. SPJIMR offers a total of 396 seats to its PGDM (MBA) program. Out of which, 120 seats are for PGDM General and 120 seats for PGDM (BM). The remaining 36 seats are for OCI/PIO/foreign applicants (PGDM General).
Ques. Can I change my PGDM specialisation after I join the program at SPJIMR?
Ans. In the first year of SPJIMR, students will study all the functional areas of management, providing a holistic perspective of general management.
The 2nd year will deal with specialisation courses, and the students will be given an option to change their specialisation at the end of the first year. This will be based on the candidate’s performance, merit, and faculty panel decision.
Ques. What is the PGPM program at SPJIMR?
Ans. The PGPM program at SPJIMR is a residential program for experienced professionals. It is offered for 18 months, where the first 2 months are online, 12 months at the campus, and the remaining 4 months for projects and international immersion.
This course is for candidates with at least three years of work experience and strong domain expertise. The course will help participants move to more expansive roles in general management.
It prepares participants to lead larger teams and handle greater responsibilities in business, enabling them to evolve into well-rounded managers with broader knowledge, enhanced skills, and the mindset required for senior roles.
Ques. What advantages do partner schools provide to GMP students of SPJIMR?
Ans. The GMP program at SPJIMR is offered in collaboration with top-ranked B-schools worldwide. These schools provide students with multiple advantages, and a few of them are listed below:
- STEM-designated programs offered by the US partner schools, including 3-year OPT
- Opportunity to learn A2 level French, German, and Dutch languages.
- Master's Thesis or Internship, included with the completion of the degree
- Average packages ranging from USD 85,000 to USD 120,000 per annum
- Up to 70% scholarship opportunities through SPJIMR’s GMP
Ques. What benefits does SPJIMR provide to FPM scholars?
Ans. SPJIMR offers a fully funded full-time residential FPM program. The students have to pay only the application fee and a refundable deposit of INR 10k. They are provided with a stipend of INR 40k per month during the program.
The institute takes only 5 candidates per year, and they can apply for a maximum of 2 areas of specialisation. However, they can change their specialisation before finalising seminar courses, provided they have valid reasons.
Ques. How can students get involved in campus life at SPJIMR?
Ans. SPJIMR provide students with various clubs, activities, fests, and cultural events. They can participate in the following clubs and events:
Student Clubs & Activities:
- GASP (Guild of Actors) – Theatre and Production
- B Major – Music performances and events
- Trivialogy – Quizzing and trivia nights
- SPin – Dance and movement
- SPelled Ink – Literary magazine & writing initiatives
- Tasveer – Photography and visual storytelling
Annual Festivals & Events
- OJAS – Flagship three-day cultural and management fest
- SPrint – Largest B-school sports festival with widespread student participation
- SPARC, Grey Matter, Division Wars – Signature competitions combining creativity, management skills, and teamwork
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SPJIMR (Autonomous) PGDM Fees is INR 3 Lakhs - 22.5 Lakhs for the entire 2 years duration. The most popular PGDM specializations at SPJIMR (Autonomous) are Business Management
The total fee of SPJIMR MBA Fin Tech is INR Three lacs fifty thousand. The institute has not released the year wise or semester wise fee details of SPJIMR Mumbai MBA fin tech.
Without CAT can I get admission for MBA??
Yes, without CAT, you can apply for admission to SPJIMR. Instead of CAT, you can appear for GMAT examination for applying for admission to MBA in SPJIMR.
Yes, there are entrance examinations accepted for admission to SPJIMR Mumbai. Given below are the course wise accepted entrance examinations:
SPJIMR Mumbai is a professional institute offering PGDM with a commitment to provide high quality management education accessible to all the students. It provides world class faculties. There are no major differences in the syllabi of Online and offline PGDM.
SP Jain Mumbai has recorded the highest package of INR 81 lacs per year. It is offered to one of the MBA class students. The average package offered to the MBA students is INR 33 lacs per year. The placement percentage is 100% (a total of 292 students placed).
What is the selection criteria for GMP and what are the weightages given to parameters
The basic eligibility for the GMP course at SP Jain is that the Graduate with 55% Marks or Fresher & Candidates with Work Experience can apply. Admission is based on the score obtained in either of the CAT / XAT / GMAT / GRE / NMAT / TOEFL Scores Personal Interview Academic Performance and Profile and Work Experience(Minimum 4 years of full-time work experience and not more than 1 year of career break). Interested candidates will have to fill out the SPJIMR GMP application form and a separate application form for the Partner school. The candidates will have to create a login, verify their email, fill out the online application form, upload the documents, and pay the application fees. The application fee for GMP is INR 2,000. The final selection process is based on the candidate’s consistent academic record, entrance scores, profile, and work experience.
SPJIMR Placements 2024 is concluded with 100% placements for PGDM & PGDM (BM) courses. The highest package stood at INR 81 LPA while the average package stood at INR 33 LPA. 70% of students secured salary packages of beyond 30 LPA while 90% of students secured salary packages beyond INR 25 LPA.
Can you please tell me which consulting companies came for placements and what are the packages
The consulting sector (35%) emerged as the major sector such as Accenture Strategy(35 - 45 LPA), Boston Consulting Group(35 - 37 LPA), Bain & Co.(32-33 LPA), Alvarez & Marsal(33 LPA), Infosys Consulting(24 LPA), Deloitte(23-31 LPA), Ernst & Young(23-25 LPA), etc.
The fee varies according to the courses you opt for. You can check here for the SPJIMR Courses & Fees 2024
You can take admission to MBA/ PGDM in SPJIMR Mumbai on the basis of below admission criteria:
The cut-off for CAT in this college is 85%ile and with 65%ile, the admission is a bit difficult.
SP Jain PGDM admission is done through CAT or GMAT scores. The applicants are shortlisted based on their profile and their scores in the CAT / GMAT exam. Candidates are then shortlisted for the 2 rounds of personal interviews.
Yes, it may be considered as a gap year but it doesn’t affect your application for admission to SP Jain Mumbai. For more info, Visit: SP Jain Admission
The applications for admission to SP Jain Mumbai can be filled out online on their admission portal. You can check the eligibility for the desired course at the mentioned link. Visit: SPJIMR Admission
No, you are not eligible for admission to the SPJIMR management program as it does not accept NMAT scores.
You can apply for admission in the SP Jain’s Executive Program in Business Managment if you have completed a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks plus professional experience of 1 to 5 years after graduation.
The applicants are shortlisted on the basis of their profiles. They are also expected to meet the qualifying scores in at least one of the entrance exams. The profiles are scored and the applicants are sorted into two groups: Profile based and Profile cum Score based.
The interview calls are already out for NMIMS Mumbai. The NMAT cut-off will be announced soon.
You can check here for various courses and specializations offered under these. SPJIMR Courses
for CAT cut off you can check here. SPJIMR Cut Off