Component

Amount (INR)

Total Fees

INR 6,95,000

AIMS Pune MBA PGP Admission 2026

Event	Date
CAT Registration Closes	Sep 15, 2026
SNAP Registration Closes	Nov 20, 2026 (Tentative)
CAT Exam	Nov 29, 2026
SNAP Exam	Dec 6, 2026 (Tentative)
XAT Registration Closes	Dec 6, 2026
CAT Result	Dec 24, 2026 (Tentative)
XAT Exam	Jan 3, 2027
CMAT Exam	Jan 24, 2027 (Tentative)

AIMS accepts valid scores from CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, SNAP, or GMAT for shortlisting.

Shortlisted candidates attend a group discussion and personal interview at the Pune campus.

Candidates must carry valid entrance scorecard and academic documents to the interview stage.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

Valid score in CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, SNAP, or GMAT from the current admission cycle.

Final-year undergraduate students may apply provisionally, subject to meeting the eligibility requirement before the date of joining the programme.

Admission Process

Register and appear for a recognised management entrance exam such as CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, SNAP, or GMAT in the current admission cycle.

Submit the application form on the AIMS Pune official portal with the entrance scorecard, academic mark sheets, and identification documents.

Shortlisted candidates based on entrance score receive a call for a group discussion held at the Pune campus.

Candidates who clear the group discussion participate in a personal interview conducted by the AIMS admissions panel.

Final merit list is prepared by combining entrance exam score, group discussion performance, and personal interview outcome.

Selected candidates receive offer letters and must complete fee payment within the stipulated time to confirm their seat.

✓ Opt for this if

Wanting both an MBA degree and a PGP credential from one programme in Pune.
Comfortable with a higher fee for an enhanced dual-credential management course.
Prefer a Pune-based campus with a GD and PI selection process.
Targeting mid-level management roles that value both academic and industry credentials.

✗ Skip if

Targeting a top-ranked B-school MBA with national brand recognition.
Need verified placement data before committing to a higher-fee programme.
Fee budget is under INR 6 lakhs for a two-year management programme.
Prefer a Mumbai or Delhi campus for stronger pan-India networking.

AIMS Pune MBA PGP Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Merit Scholarship	As per institute norms	High entrance exam score or strong academic merit
Management Quota Scholarship	As per institute norms	Based on entrance exam performance and personal interview score

Scholarship quantum and conditions are communicated at the time of the admission offer.

AIMS Pune MBA PGP FAQs

Ques. What is the total fee for MBA plus PGP at AIMS Institute of Management Studies, Pune?

Ans. The total programme fee for the two-year MBA combined with the Post Graduate Programme at AIMS Institute of Management Studies, Pune is INR 6,95,000. This covers the complete dual-credential programme. Hostel and accommodation charges are not included and are billed separately by the institute based on the facility opted.

Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for MBA PGP admission at AIMS Pune?

Ans. AIMS Pune accepts scores from CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, SNAP, and GMAT for the MBA plus PGP programme. A valid score from the current cycle is required. Shortlisted candidates attend a group discussion and personal interview at the Pune campus before final admission is confirmed. Candidates should check the AIMS Pune portal for current cycle cutoffs.

Ques. What is the eligibility for the MBA plus PGP programme at AIMS Pune?

Ans. Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate marks. A valid management entrance exam score from the current admission cycle is also required. Final-year undergraduate students may apply provisionally and must meet the eligibility requirement before the date of joining the programme.

Ques. What is the admission process for MBA plus PGP at AIMS Pune?

Ans. Candidates appear for a management entrance exam and then apply through the AIMS Pune portal with academic documents. Shortlisted applicants attend a group discussion at the Pune campus. Those who clear the GD appear for a personal interview before the admissions panel. The final merit list is based on entrance score, GD, and PI performance, after which offer letters are issued to selected candidates.

Ques. What is the difference between the MBA and the MBA plus PGP at AIMS Pune?

Ans. The MBA at AIMS Pune is a standard two-year full-time programme, while the MBA plus PGP is a combined programme that awards both the MBA degree and a Post Graduate Programme credential upon completion. The combined programme has a higher total fee of INR 6,95,000 compared to INR 5,45,000 for the standalone MBA, reflecting the additional academic component and industry-oriented curriculum elements.

Ques. Is scholarship available for the MBA plus PGP at AIMS Pune?

Ans. AIMS Institute of Management Studies, Pune offers merit scholarships for students with high entrance exam scores or strong academic records. A management quota scholarship is also available based on entrance performance and interview scores. The actual scholarship amounts and eligibility conditions are communicated to candidates at the time of the admission offer letter.