GIBS Bangalore PGDM : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total program fee for the 2-year PGDM at GIBS Bangalore is INR 11,25,000. An admission processing fee of INR 50,000 and a refundable caution deposit of INR 20,000 are charged separately, bringing the comprehensive cost to INR 11,95,000. The fee is payable in three installments starting from admission. The caution deposit of INR 20,000 is returned on successful completion of the program.

Ans. GIBS Bangalore accepts scores from CAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT, MAT, ATMA, and State CET tests for PGDM admission. A percentile in the 60 to 75 range is generally required for shortlisting, and higher percentiles in the 80 to 90-plus range qualify for merit-based scholarships. Shortlisted candidates must appear for GD and PI rounds conducted on a rolling basis throughout the admission cycle.

Ans. The PGDM at GIBS Bangalore follows a dual specialization model with 12 domain options, including Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Operations and Supply Chain, International Business, AI and Business Analytics, Digital Marketing, Information Technology, Agri-Business, Healthcare, FinTech, and Product Management. Students select two domains and complete coursework and projects in both areas across the 2-year program.

Ans. GIBS Bangalore reports near-100% placement for its PGDM graduates. The average package stands at INR 7.5 LPA and the highest package has reached INR 16 to 18 LPA. Recruiting companies include Tejas Networks, ICICI, JP Morgan, Practo, Simplilearn, Bajaj, Upgrade, and Burger King, across sectors such as BFSI, technology, ed-tech, retail, and healthcare.

Ans. Yes, GIBS Bangalore offers merit-based scholarships ranging from INR 25,000 to INR 75,000 depending on the entrance exam percentile. An academic excellence scholarship of INR 35,000 is also available for students with 80% and above across Class 10, 12, and graduation. A sibling scholarship of INR 20,000 is offered when a family member is currently enrolled at the institute.

Ans. The PGDM at GIBS Business School, Bangalore is AICTE-approved, which is the statutory body governing management programs in India. The last date to apply for the 2026 admission cycle is 31 July 2026, with classes expected to commence in August 2026. Applications are submitted online through the official portal, and GD and PI rounds are scheduled on a rolling basis after the application is received.