PGDBA Admission 2025: Application Deadline, Entrance Exams, Eligibility, Top Colleges

Q: What is the maximum number of seats available for the IIMs joint PGDBA course?

The total seats for the PGDBA courses are 63 atIIT Kharagpur, IIM Calcutta and ISI Kolkata.

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PGDBA Admission 2025 is done based on an entrance exam score. IIT Kharagpur, IIM Kolkata, and ISI Kolkata jointly offer admission to the PGDBA course. Candidates must qualify for the PGDBA 2025 exam followed by a personal interview round to seek PGDBA Admission 2025.

The PGDBA entrance exam date is likely to be in March 2025. Candidates must have completed their undergraduate degree in any stream from a recognized university to be eligible for PGDBA Admissions.

PGDBA is a one-year post-graduation course that offers a combination of learning exposure in Data Analytics and Business Intelligence. IIM Calcutta, IIT Kharagpur, ISI Kolkata, XLRI Jamshedpur, etc. are some of India's top PGDBA colleges.

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PGDBA Admission 2025: Application Deadlines
PGDBA Admission 2025: Entrance Exam Schedule
PGDBA Admission Process 2025
PGDBA Admission 2025: FAQs

PGDBA Admission 2025: Application Deadlines

Below is a list of top PGDBA Colleges in India along with their admission deadlines and accepted entrance exams.

College Name	Entrance Exams Accepted	Application Dates (Tentative)
Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta (IIMC)	Entrance Test	January – February 2025
IIT Kharagpur	Entrance Test	January – February 2025
ISI Kolkata	Entrance Test	January – February 2025
Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI)	XAT/ GMAT	June 2025

PGDBA Admission 2025: Entrance Exam Schedule

Candidates can check the schedule of the PGDBA 2025 exam and other accepted entrance exams below.

Entrance Exam	Registration Date	Examination Date
PGDBA 2025	January – February 2025 (Tentative)	March 2025 (Tentative)
CAT	August – September 2025	November 2025
GMAT	Throughout the year	Multiple times a year

PGDBA Admission Process 2025

Candidates can follow the steps mentioned below to apply for PGDBA Admission 2025

Step 1: Visit the official website of the selected college

Step 2: Login to the application page

Step 3: Fill out the registration and upload all the documents

Step 4: Save and submit the application form

Step 5: Pay the fee and print the application form

PGDBA Admission 2025: FAQs

Ques. What was the cut-off percentile required for PGDBA admission at IIM Calcutta in 2025?

Ans. In the previous year, the cut-off percentile at IIM Calcutta was 105 for the General Category, 94 for the NC-OBC category and 70 for the PwD candidates.

Ques. How should I prepare for the IIM PGDBA program?

Ans. To prepare for this exam, study the exam pattern first. Study NCERT maths, and decide your daily routine for different subjects separately. Maintain timeliness in your study.

Ques. What is the fee structure of the IIT Calcutta, ISI, and IIT Kharagpur PGDBA courses?

Ans. The fee structure is approximately INR 25,00,000 for two years.

Ques. What is the maximum number of seats available for the IIMs joint PGDBA course?

Ans. The total seats for the PGDBA courses are 63 at IIT Kharagpur, IIM Calcutta and ISI Kolkata.

Ques. How should I prepare for the PGDBA Personal Interview?

Ans. To prepare for the interview, one needs to work on communication skills very hard. Try to enhance your analytical skills. Work on self-confidence.

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Ques. How was your IIT Kharagpur PGDBA interview experience?

● Top Answer By MInakshi on 16 Jul 24

Ans. Before sharing my PGDBA interview experience, I would like to list down my personal details: Name- Minakshi Singh Educational Background- BE graduate from BIT Mesra, Ranchi (74.4%), 12th (88.8%), 10th (10 CGPA). Work experience: 1 year Organization(Name): TCS Designation: Software Engineer The Interview was conducted in an online manner, and its duration was 30 minutes. There were three interviewers, and they made me feel comfortable before starting the PI. Here are some questions I was asked during the interview- First, I was asked to Introduce myself. I answered politely and confidently. I told the interviewers everything about myself. I told them about my academic qualifications, my work experience, my schooling background, my interests, etc. I was asked about my undergrad degree. I answered that I have completed my B.Tech from BIT Meshra, Ranchi in Computer Science. In response to this, I was asked the reason for pursuing CSE for my B.Tech. I responded by saying that I am interested in computer science, which is why I opted for a B.Tech in this stream. Apart from my personal details, I was asked technical questions too. For example, one of the interviewers asked me to differentiate between Analytics and Analysis. The interviewers asked Business Analytics related questions, and questions on current affairs. My advice to you would be to remain calm and confident during the interview, and to study a bit of current affairs. Also, make sure to study a bit on this course, and have answers to basic questions such as the one I have mentioned above. Overall, my PGDBA interview experience at IIT Kharagpur was quite pleasant. Read more

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Ques. How is the PGDM in Business Analytics at NMIMS - Mumbai Campus? What are the job prospects after pursuing this 2-year full-time course?

● Top Answer By Aishvery Mendke on 28 Feb 23

Ans. NMIMS PGDM in Business Analytics is one of the most coveted programs recently owing to its vast prospects. The industries this program caters to include Banking and Financial Services Insurance Telecommunication Consulting companies Manufacturing Retail KPOs Product start-ups E-commerce Some major roles and responsibilities of the Job prospects of Business Analytics are given below. Business Analyst (Manager/Consultant) Handles a team with a major emphasis on Business Analytics Should have a good understanding of technical tools, data analytics foundation methods, data gathering, and processing Should be skilled in communication, leadership, team management, and strategic thinking. Business Analyst (Individual Contributor) Has to handle business interpretation and analytics in providing information from data Uses information to give a detailed overview of the business Should have knowledge of technical components related to managing data Data Miner/Modeller (Manager/ Individual Contributor) He comprehends data models that help support business decisions They help manage Risk/Marketing and in making decisions Needs to be well versed in mathematics, science, and computer science. Mostly hired in BFSI and Telecoms Data Scientist (Individual Contributor/ Consultant) They are particularly proficient in coding and reading statistical data Inclined towards technicalities of business analytics and modifying/building new algorithms Inhibit high data knowledge with proficiency in technology to manage, visualize and analyze data. Going through the details of the roles and responsibilities of Business Analysts, you can go for the one that suits you the most.Read more

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Ques. How much does the Work experience, test score, other factors matter for admission in PGDBA course hosted by universities IIT Kgp, IIM C , ISI Kolkata?

● Top Answer By Rishabh Singh on 02 Feb 24

Ans. The section-wise weightage for final PGDBA shortlisting is not revealed by these colleges. They analyze all these aspects and a candidate’s interview when putting out the final offer. The interview helps them assess what a candidate brings to the table. Even if they start announcing the section-wise weightages some day, that should not affect your test preparation. Your work experience and past academic record are unchangeable factors, but your entrance test score is in your hands. Study for the entrance exam with utmost sincerity, and stop worrying about other aspects of your profile that you can not change.Read more

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PGDBA Admission 2025: Application Deadline, Entrance Exams, Eligibility, Top Colleges

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PGDBA Admission 2025: Application Deadlines

PGDBA Admission 2025: Entrance Exam Schedule

PGDBA Admission Process 2025

PGDBA Admission 2025: FAQs

Post Graduate Diploma in Business Analytics : 3 answered questions

Ques. How was your IIT Kharagpur PGDBA interview experience?

Ques. How is the PGDM in Business Analytics at NMIMS - Mumbai Campus? What are the job prospects after pursuing this 2-year full-time course?

Ques. How much does the Work experience, test score, other factors matter for admission in PGDBA course hosted by universities IIT Kgp, IIM C , ISI Kolkata?

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