Ques. Which entrance exams does RIIM Pune accept for PGDM admission?
Ans. RIIM Pune accepts CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, and MAH-MBA CET scores for PGDM admission. There is no college-specific entrance exam. Candidates must submit a valid scorecard from any of these exams at the time of application.
Ques. What is the minimum eligibility for MBA and PGDM admission at RIIM Pune?
Ans. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. SC/ST/OBC candidates require a minimum of 45% aggregate. Final-year students may also apply with their latest marks.
Ques. What is the selection process at RIIM Pune after the entrance exam?
Ans. Shortlisted candidates are called for a Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) on campus at Bavdhan, Pune. Final selection is based on a composite score covering the entrance exam percentile, past academics, GD performance, PI rating, and work experience if any.
Ques. What is the total fee for PGDM at RIIM Pune?
Ans. The total 2-year fee for PGDM at RIIM Pune is INR 8,10,000. The MBA programme fee is INR 5,90,000 for 2 years. The GMBA (Global MBA) carries a total fee of INR 13,50,000. Fees are subject to revision by the institute. Hostel fee is up to INR 85,000 per year additionally.
Ques. Is work experience mandatory for admission to RIIM Pune PGDM?
Ans. No. Work experience is not a mandatory requirement for PGDM admission at RIIM Pune. However, it is considered a positive factor and carries weightage in the composite selection score during the GD/PI evaluation round.
Ques. What is the difference between MBA and PGDM at RIIM Pune?
Ans. The MBA is a university-affiliated programme admitted through the Maharashtra CAP process using MAH-MBA CET. The PGDM is an AICTE-approved, AIMA-CME affiliated programme admitted through the institute directly using CAT/XAT/CMAT/MAT/ATMA scores. The PGDM carries a higher total fee of INR 8,10,000 compared to the MBA at INR 5,90,000.
Ques. Does RIIM Pune offer any scholarships?
Ans. Yes. RIIM Pune awards merit scholarships ranging from INR 25,000 to INR 1,00,000 based on the candidate’s aggregate performance across Class 10, Class 12, and graduation. An additional INR 30,000 scholarship is given for maintaining above 90% attendance during the programme.
Ques. Is hostel available at RIIM Pune?
Ans. Yes. RIIM Pune has separate hostel facilities for boys and girls. Hostel fee is up to INR 85,000 per year. Contact the admissions office at riim.edu.in for current hostel availability and booking.
Ques. What is the GMBA at RIIM Pune and how does it differ from regular MBA?
Ans. The GMBA (Global MBA) at RIIM Pune is a specialised programme with an international curriculum component and a total fee of INR 13,50,000 for 2 years. Admission is through the institute’s own process using national entrance exam scores. The regular MBA at INR 5,90,000 is university-affiliated and participates in Maharashtra CAP.
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