SPJIMR : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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SPJIMR Mumbai offers EnPower, a two-month hybrid Certificate Program in Entrepreneurship for UG students, recent graduates, and students who have completed 10+2 and are enrolled in an UG program from any academic stream. Sessions run on weekends (Saturdays 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM and Sundays 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM) in a live online and on-campus format at Andheri West, Mumbai. The program fee is INR 25,000 + GST. Two batches run annually in June and December. No entrance examination or work experience is required.

📋 Admission Status: Applications open for the next intake in December.

Key Points

Participants who complete the program with at least 80% attendance and deliver the final business plan presentation receive an INR 5,000 scholarship.
EnPower is one of the few structured entrepreneurship certificate programs delivered by a top-ranked Indian business school faculty at this fee and duration.

SPJIMR Certificate Program in Entrepreneurship Program Overview

Source: @spjimr.org

SPJIMR Certificate Program in Entrepreneurship Fees 2026

The total program fee for EnPower is INR 25,000 + GST. An application processing fee of INR 1,000 plus GST is payable at the time of applying and is non-refundable. Participants who meet the attendance and presentation requirements receive an INR 5,000 scholarship on completion.

Program	Duration	Total Fees
EnPower Certificate Program in Entrepreneurship	2 Months	INR 25,000 + 18% GST

Note:

Application fee of INR 1,000 + GST is non-refundable.
Fees are subject to revision by SPJIMR.

SPJIMR Certificate Program in Entrepreneurship Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	Date
December Batch Applications	Ongoing
December Batch Start	1 December 2026

SPJIMR Certificate Program in Entrepreneurship Eligibility Criteria

Any undergraduate student or recent graduate from any educational stream at a recognised Indian institution.
Candidates must have completed at least one semester of college. A demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset and comfort with English are expected.

Source: @spjimr.org

SPJIMR Certificate Program in Entrepreneurship Admission Process

Apply online at spjimr.org and pay the non-refundable application processing fee of INR 1,000 plus GST through net banking, debit card, or credit card.
Applications are reviewed for eligibility and entrepreneurial motivation. No entrance examination or interview is required for most applicants.
Selected candidates receive an admission confirmation and are required to pay the program fee before the batch begins.

SPJIMR Certificate Program in Entrepreneurship Application Process

Source: @spjimr.org

✓ Opt for this if

You are an undergrad who wants structured entrepreneurship exposure from top B-school faculty at low cost.
You want a weekend format that does not disrupt your ongoing college semester or schedule.
You are in or near Mumbai and can attend optional on-campus sessions at SPJIMR Andheri West.
You want a SPJIMR credential to strengthen your startup or early career portfolio.

✗ Skip if

You want a full postgraduate management degree rather than a short participation certificate.
You are a working professional seeking an executive entrepreneurship program with funding access.
You expect this certificate to carry the same admission weight as an SPJIMR PGDM for MBA programs.

SPJIMR Certificate Scholarships 2026

EnPower provides a single performance-based scholarship rather than need-based financial aid. The amount is credited upon successful program completion.

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Performance Scholarship	INR 5,000	Minimum 80% attendance and successful final business plan presentation

Scholarship reduces net fee to INR 20,000 + GST on completion.

SPJIMR LiFE Ranking

According to Collegedunia Ranking 2026, SPJIMR ranks #8 out of 350 colleges in India. The college has an overall Collegedunia score of 869/1000, calculated based on NAAC grade, exam cutoff, rankings, placements and student reviews.

SPJIMR is ranked by several ranking agencies such as India Today, Financial Times, The Week. Some of these rankings are as follows-

#4 out of 270 under India Today Ranking 2026.
#74 out of 100 under Financial Times Ranking 2026.
#6 out of 235 under The Week Ranking 2024.

Ranking Agency	Latest	Previous
	#8 out of 350 (2026) #3rd Mumbai #4 Maharashtra	#10 out of 372 (2025) #2nd Mumbai #3 Maharashtra
	#4 out of 270 (2026) #2nd Mumbai #2 Maharashtra	#4 out of 270 (2025) #2nd Mumbai
	#74 out of 100 (2026)	-
	#6 out of 235 (2024) #1st Mumbai #1 Maharashtra	#2 out of 193 (2023) #1st Mumbai #1 Maharashtra
	#20 out of 125 (2025) #3rd Mumbai #4 Maharashtra	#20 out of 125 (2024) #3rd Mumbai #4 Maharashtra
	#2 out of 119 (2021)	#2 out of 155 (2020)
	#1 out of 120 (2026)	#1 out of 122 (2025)
	#3 out of 100 (2026) #1st Mumbai #2 Maharashtra	#2 out of 100 (2025) #1st Mumbai #1 Maharashtra

SPJIMR Certificate FAQs

Ques. What does the EnPower curriculum at SPJIMR actually teach over two months?

Ans. EnPower covers core entrepreneurship concepts over four weekends, typically including ideation frameworks, market validation, business model design, financial fundamentals for startups, and pitching. Faculty from SPJIMR lead core modules, supplemented by guest sessions from practitioners and founders. The programme concludes with a final business plan presentation where participants pitch their startup concept to a panel. The curriculum is practical and case-based rather than theoretical, designed to move a raw idea toward a structured business proposal in a short timeframe.

Ques. Does completing SPJIMR EnPower improve my chances of admission to SPJIMR PGDM later?

Ans. SPJIMR PGDM admissions are based on CAT or GMAT scores, academic performance, work experience, and diversity. The EnPower certificate is not a formal input in the PGDM admission process and is not listed as a selection criterion. However, the programme gives you direct exposure to SPJIMR pedagogy and faculty. A well-documented startup project from EnPower can strengthen the personal statement or interview discussion in a future PGDM application where entrepreneurial intent is valued.

Ques. Can students from outside Mumbai attend EnPower virtually without coming to campus?

Ans. Yes. EnPower is designed as a hybrid programme where the primary mode of instruction is live online. Students outside Mumbai can attend all core sessions remotely. The on-campus component at SPJIMR Andheri West is optional and typically concentrated on the final presentation weekend. For students based in other cities, the fully online participation option allows complete engagement with the curriculum and qualifies for the completion certificate and the performance scholarship.

Ques. What does the final business plan presentation in EnPower involve?

Ans. The final presentation is a structured pitch session where participants present their startup idea developed across the four-weekend programme. Presentations typically cover the problem statement, target market, proposed solution, business model, revenue projections, and go-to-market strategy. The audience includes SPJIMR faculty and sometimes external mentors or practitioners. A strong final presentation is also one of the criteria for receiving the INR 5,000 completion scholarship, making it both an academic and financial milestone in the programme.

Ques. Is the EnPower certificate from SPJIMR recognised by employers or MBA programmes?

Ans. The EnPower certificate is a participation credential rather than an academic degree or diploma. It is primarily useful for demonstrating entrepreneurial interest on a resume and in early career conversations. SPJIMR brand recognition in India means the programme name is understood by domestic recruiters and admissions committees familiar with the institution. For international applications or roles requiring academic credentials, the certificate does not carry the same weight as a postgraduate management degree from SPJIMR.