Institute of Management Development and Research Pune Course Admission 2025: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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IMDR Pune Latest Updates and News

02 Sep, 2025 XAT 2026 registration has started for MBA/PGDM admission. Aspirants can apply online till December 5, 2025, @xatonline.in. XAT 2026 will be held on January 4, 2026, from 2 PM to 5 PM. For more details, Check Here.

27 Aug, 2025 CAT 2025 Registration has started for MBA/ PGDM admission. Aspirants can register @iimcat.ac.in upto September 13, 2025. Further, CAT 2025 Exam is scheduled for November 30, 2025. For more details, click here.

24 Jul, 2025 MAT 2025 (September) Exam Schedule has been released @mat.aima.in. The last date to register for PBT is September 15, 2025 and September 22, 2025 for CBT. The PBT and CBT exam dates are Sept 21 and Sept 28, 2025 respectively. For more details, Click Here.

Institute of Management Development and Research (IMDR) is a college established in the year 1974. The college is approved by AICTE and DTE and is located in the Pune city of Maharashtra. The college offers Post Graduate Diploma in Management course (PGDM) program with dual specializations for a duration of two years. Further, IMDR is also offering PGDM for Working Professionals. To get admission at IMDR Pune, one must have completed graduation with at least 50% marks from any stream from a recognized university with or without work experience. For SC/ST candidates, the eligibility marks are a minimum of 45%. Students are granted admission on the basis of their scores in entrance exams. Students can give any of the following entrance tests to avail admission: CAT/ MAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ ATMA/ MH-CET/ GMAT. For final selection, academic record, performance in the test, Group Work/ Personal Interview will be considered. For Admission to PGDM for Working Professionals, a minimum of 1 year work experience certificate is mandatory, or else the admission might stand cancelled. 

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IMDR Pune Admission Highlights 2024

Name of the Institute Institute of Management Development and Research [IMDR], Pune
Basic Admission Criteria Entrance-Based
Entrance Exam CAT/XAT/MAT/ATMA/CMAT/GMAT or MH-CET
Mode of Application Online
Application Fee INR 1200
Placements Yes
Scholarships Yes

IMDR Pune PGDM Admission 2024

Institute of Management Development and Research (IMDR) offers a PGDM program with Dual Specializations. The institute has an intake of 18 students for its 2024 batch. Mentioned below are the details for the same:

Finance Marketing
Human Resource Management International Trade Management
Business Analytics Operations & Supply Chain Management
Entrepreneurship Business Technology & Systems

IMDR Pune PGDM Eligibility 

  • Candidates who want to apply for the PGDM course in this college should have completed graduation from any stream from a reputed and recognized university. 
  • Candidates should have attained the minimum marks of 50% to be eligible to apply for this course. For SC/ST candidates, the minimum eligibility is 45% marks.
  • Valid CAT/MAT/XAT/ATMA/CMAT/GMAT or MH-CET score

IMDR Pune PGDM Selection Criteria

Candidates must qualify for the National-level Entrance Exams (CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA/GMAT or MH-CET)

Based on the application form, the candidates will receive a call for Group work and Interviews 10 days before the actual schedule. 

Final Selection will be done on the basis of academic record, performance in the test, Group Work/Personal Interview.

The following documents are to be carried with you for the process of verification:

  • 10th, 12th, Graduation mark sheets
  • Entrance test scorecards
  • Identity proof

IMDR Pune MAH-CET Cutoff 2024

The MAH-CET Cutoff 2024 for All India candidates is as follows:

MAH-CET CAP Rounds Cutoff Percentile Rank
CAP Round 1 64.85 22150
CAP Round 2 62.45 23449

MAH-CET  Cutoff 2024 for Maharastra State and Minority Seat candidates are as follows:

Category Home University Seats Allotted to Home University Candidates Other than Home University Seats Allotted to Other than Home University Candidates Other than Home University Seats Allotted to Home University Candidates State Level
Round 1 Round 2 Round 1 Round 2 Round 1 Round 2 Round 1 Round 2
OPEN 75.82 75.59 49.96 27.55 - 49.96 - -
SC 37.48 62.33 1.53 - - 32.15 - -
ST - 52.85 - - - 46.64 - -
NTA 63.42 - - - - - - -
NTB 49.96 - - - - - - -
NTC 62.33 - - - 32.15 - - -
OBC 32.56 36.24 32.53 - 16.96 16.74 - -
PWD OPEN - 64.85 - - - - - -
EWS - - - - - - 34.80 34.91
TFWS - - - - - - 87.86 -
ORPHAN - - - - - - 51.48

IMDR Pune PGDM for Working Professionals

Institute of Management Development and Research (IMDR) offers PGDM for Working Professionals. Classes are conducted during weekends or evening which is tailored to meet the need of the working professionals. The eligibility criteria is mentioned below:

  • Graduates from any discipline with minimum of 1 year work experience are eligible to apply for admission, provided they have obtained not less than 50% marks at graduation (45% for SC/ST candidates).
  • If a candidate is selected and yet to receive his /her work experience certificate, then admission is treated as provisional subject to submission of the same within stipulated time.
  • The institute reserves the right to cancel the admission for failure to do so.

How to Apply for IMDR Pune?

The application forms are available on the official website of the IMDR.

Step 1: Online Application

  • Click on the link Apply Now 
  • Submit all the details accurately.
  • Click on ‘Submit’
  • Verify the details on the screen and click on ‘Make Payment’.
  • Select the appropriate option to pay fees and click on ‘Pay Now.
  • After successful payment, the student can download the receipt & Form PDF.

Step 2: Interview

  • Once the form and application fee have been received at IMDR, the forms will be approved for eligibility.
  • The applicants will receive a call for Interview 10 days before the actual schedule.
  • Applicants need to confirm their attendance by replying to the email. Keep watching the admission page on the website for the tentative schedule.
  • In case the applicants do not receive any communication, please get in touch with the institute.
  • Following documents are to be carried with you for the process of verification:
    • 10th, 12th, Graduation mark sheets
    • Entrance test scorecards
    • Identity proof.

Step 3: Selection Letter

If the applicants are selected for PGDM, they will receive an email from the institute regarding the last date for payment of fees, fee details, course commencement date, and ERP procedure for completing the admission process.

FAQs

Ques. What is the next step after the interview round at IMDR?

Ans. If you are selected for PGDM at IMDR you will receive an email from the institute regarding the last date for payment of fees, fee details, course commencement date, and ERP procedure for completing the admission process.

Ques. How are the placements at IMDR?

Ans. IMDR Pune has successfully completed its 2023 placement drive with more than 90% placements. The average salary has increased by 24% compared to the last year. Major recruiters were  Accenture, Coca-Cola, Amazon, KPIT, Bajaj Finance, Neeyamo, Sudarshan Chemicals, Godrej & Boyce. Check: IMDR Pune Placement

Ques. How can apply for hostel accommodation at IMDR?

Ans. The hostel admission process will begin after course admission is done. To know more, Check: IMDR Pune Hostel Fees

Ques. Why should I join IMDR?

Ans. The key benefits of joining IMDR Pune are:

  • First B-School in Pune
  • Embedded 6 months internship
  • Strong Alumni Network
  • Blended Learning
  • Inter-disciplinary curriculum design in tune with industry requirements
  • Best ROI in terms of tuition fees and salary earned

IMDR Pune Fees & Eligibility

Full time Courses
CourseFeesEligibilityApplication DateAction
3 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) Graduation28 June - 14 Jul 2025
6 Lakhs (Total Fees) Post Graduation-
3 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) Graduation with 50%-

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IMDR Pune Upcoming Important Dates 2025

Important Events

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ATMA Result Date (August session)
Upcoming
Sep 04, 2025
Accepting Offered Seat for MAHCET CAP Round IV Admission [MBA]
Ongoing
Sep 02, 2025 - Sep 04, 2025
Reporting to Institute & Confirmation for MAHCET CAP Round IV Admission [MBA]
Ongoing
Sep 02, 2025 - Sep 04, 2025
Transfer of Candidate List to Institutes for MAHCET Institute-Level Admission [MBA]
Upcoming
Sep 04, 2025
Last Date for Fee Refund Cancellation for MAHCET Institute-Level Admission [MBA]
Upcoming
Sep 11, 2025
CAT Registration
Ongoing
Aug 01, 2025 - Sep 13, 2025
MAHCET Institute-Level Admission Rounds for Session 2025-26 [MBA]
Upcoming
Sep 06, 2025 - Sep 13, 2025
Cut-off Date & Admitted Candidate Data for MAHCET All Admission [MBA]
Upcoming
Sep 13, 2025
CAT Admit CardNov 05, 2025
CAT Exam DateNov 30, 2025

Expired Events

EventsDates
Provisional Allotment for MAHCET CAP Round IV Admission [MBA]Sep 01, 2025
Submission of Option Form for MAHCET Institute-Level Admission [MBA]Jul 25, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025
ATMA Exam Date (Augsut session)Aug 30, 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
Transfer of Candidate List to Institutes for MAHCET Institute-Level Admission [MBA]
Upcoming
Sep 04, 2025
Reporting to Institute & Confirmation for MAHCET CAP Round IV Admission [MBA]
Ongoing
Sep 02, 2025 - Sep 04, 2025
Accepting Offered Seat for MAHCET CAP Round IV Admission [MBA]
Ongoing
Sep 02, 2025 - Sep 04, 2025
ATMA Result Date (August session)
Upcoming
Sep 04, 2025
Last Date for Fee Refund Cancellation for MAHCET Institute-Level Admission [MBA]
Upcoming
Sep 11, 2025
Cut-off Date & Admitted Candidate Data for MAHCET All Admission [MBA]
Upcoming
Sep 13, 2025
MAHCET Institute-Level Admission Rounds for Session 2025-26 [MBA]
Upcoming
Sep 06, 2025 - Sep 13, 2025
CAT Registration
Ongoing
Aug 01, 2025 - Sep 13, 2025
CAT Admit CardNov 05, 2025
CAT Exam DateNov 30, 2025

Expired Events

EventsDates
ATMA Exam Date (Augsut session)Aug 30, 2025
Provisional Allotment for MAHCET CAP Round IV Admission [MBA]Sep 01, 2025
Submission of Option Form for MAHCET Institute-Level Admission [MBA]Jul 25, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025

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