Institute of Management Development and Research Pune Course Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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14 Nov, 2025 MAH MBA CET will now be conducted twice a year from 2026 onwards for MBA/MMS admission. The first session will be held in April 2026, followed by the second session in May 2026. For more details, check 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 Pune city of Maharashtra. The college offers Post Graduate Diploma in Management course (PGDM) program with dual specialisations for a duration of two years. Further, IMDR is also offering PGDM for Working Professionals and FPM. 

To get admission at IMDR Pune, one must have completed graduation with at least 50% marks from any stream from a recognised 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, and Personal Interview will be considered. For Admission to PGDM for Working Professionals, a minimum of 1 year of work experience certificate is mandatory, or else the admission might stand cancelled. 

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IMDR Pune Admission Dates 2026

IMDR Pune offers admission to PGDM based on scores in CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, GMAT, and MH-CET. Important dates regarding these exams are tabulated below. 

Event Date
CMAT Form Correction

Nov 20, 2025 - Nov 21, 2025

CAT Exam Date

Nov 30, 2025

XAT Registration Timeline

Jul 10, 2025 - Dec 05, 2025

NMAT 2025 Exam Date

Nov 05, 2025 - Dec 19, 2025

XAT Admit Card Availability

Dec 20, 2025

XAT Exam Date

Jan 04, 2026

XAT Result

Jan 15, 2026

IMDR Pune PGDM Admission 2026

Institute of Management Development and Research (IMDR) offers a PGDM program with Dual specialisations. The institute has an intake of 180 students for its 2026 batch. Mentioned below are the details for the same:

Students must select two specialisations, one from Specialisation Group 1 and one from Specialisation Group 2.

 Group 1 – Marketing, HR, Finance, and Supply Chain and Operations.
 Group 2 – Marketing, HR, Finance, Supply Chain and Operations, International Trade, Business Technology and Systems, Business Analytics, Entrepreneurship and Startup Management, and Agri Business Management.

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 recognised university. 
  • Candidates should have attained a minimum of 50% marks 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

  1. Candidates must qualify for the National-level Entrance Exams (CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/ATMA/GMAT or MH-CET)
  2. Based on the application form, the candidates will receive a call for Interviews 10 days before the actual schedule. 
  3. Final Selection will be done on the basis of academic record, performance in the test, Personal Interview.
  4. 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 

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 Admission 2026

Institute of Management Development and Research (IMDR) offers PGDM for Working Professionals. Classes are conducted during weekends or evenings, which are tailored to meet the needs of working professionals. 

IMDR Pune PGDM for Working Professionals Eligibility Criteria

  • Graduates from any discipline with a minimum of 1 year of 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 the stipulated time.
  • The institute reserves the right to cancel the admission for failure to do so.

IMDR Pune PGDM for Working Professionals Selection Criteria

  • IMDR Pune selects working professional applicants based on their academic record, work experience, and performance in the interview.
  • Candidates must submit the online application, complete document verification, and attend the interview. Final selection is communicated through an official email from the institute.

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 – IMDR Pune Admission Form
  • Submit all the details accurately.
  • Verify the details on the screen and click on ‘Make Payment’. IMDR Pune application fees are tabulated below. 
  • Course Application Fee Registration Fee
    PGDM INR 1200
    PGDM (Working Professionals) INR 1200
    FPM INR 1500 INR 2500
  • 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.
  • Candidates will be shortlisted for the personal interview based on their scores in the entrance exam.
  • The applicants will receive a call for an 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.
  • The 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. As per the IMDR Pune 2024 placement drive, with more than 90% placements. The highest salary package offered was INR 14.71 LPA, and the average package was INR 6.56 LPA. Major recruiters were  Accenture, Coca-Cola, Amazon, KPIT, Bajaj Finance, Neeyamo, Sudarshan Chemicals, and Godrej & Boyce. Check: IMDR Pune Placement

Ques. How to apply for hostel accommodation at IMDR?

Ans. The hostel admission process will begin after the 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-month 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
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IMDR Pune Upcoming Important Dates 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
CMAT Form Correction
Ongoing
Nov 20, 2025 - Nov 21, 2025
CAT Exam Date
Upcoming
Nov 30, 2025
XAT Registration Timeline
Ongoing
Jul 10, 2025 - Dec 05, 2025
XAT Admit card Availability
Dec 20, 2025
XAT Exam Date
Jan 04, 2026
XAT Result
Tentative
Jan 15, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
CMAT Registration Timeline
Oct 17, 2025 - Nov 17, 2025
CAT Admit Card
Nov 05, 2025
MAT Result
Oct 11, 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
CMAT Form Correction
Ongoing
Nov 20, 2025 - Nov 21, 2025
CAT Exam Date
Upcoming
Nov 30, 2025
XAT Registration Timeline
Ongoing
Jul 10, 2025 - Dec 05, 2025
XAT Admit card Availability
Dec 20, 2025
XAT Exam Date
Jan 04, 2026
XAT Result
Tentative
Jan 15, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
CMAT Registration Timeline
Oct 17, 2025 - Nov 17, 2025
CAT Admit Card
Nov 05, 2025
MAT Result
Oct 11, 2025

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