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With backing from the Birla group of businesses, the Birla Institute of Management Technology was founded in 1988 under the auspices of the Birla Academy of Art and Culture. The business school was founded by Sarala Birla, the chairperson of the B K Birla Group of Companies, and the late Basant Kumar Birla.

Start Date: September–October
Application Deadline: March- April
Accepted Exams: CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, MAT
The Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) is a two-year, full-time residential program approved by AICTE and MHRD, the Government of India. The programme is organized into six trimesters. The PGDM programme is rigorously created and structured on a trimester basis, in accordance with the institute's vision and objective. It encompasses all important areas of specialty offered throughout the course.
Event | 2025–27 Admission Cycle Dates |
Application Opens | September 9, 2024 |
Application Deadline | December 31, 2024 (Phase 1 & overall) |
Application Extended | January 31, 2025 (Phase 2/extended) |
Final Deadline (Phase 3) | March 31, 2025 |
Personal Interview & Extempore Rounds | February–March 2025 |
Result Declaration | March 2025 |
Academic Session Begins | June 20–22, 2025 (Registration & Reporting) |
The advantages of pursuing PGDM, the two-year programme are various such as students engage in over 1,000 hours of contact teaching, supplemented by extra and co-curricular activities, including special guest lectures. This comprehensive approach ensures that graduates are well-prepared to meet the challenges of the global business environment. Following are the key benefits :
Admission to BIMTECH's PGDM programs is based on a combination of entrance exam scores, academic performance, and personal interviews. The institute encourages applications from candidates with diverse academic backgrounds and work experience.
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Following are the course-wise admission details for PGDM Courses.
Program | Accepted Exams | Cutoff Score (Indicative) | Selection Criteria |
PGDM (General) | CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT | 70+ percentile | Test score, academic background, PI, essay writing, work experience |
PGDM (International Business) | CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT | 65+ percentile | Same as above |
PGDM (Insurance Business Mgmt.) | CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, MAT | 60+ percentile | Same as above |
PGDM (Retail Management) | CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, MAT | 60+ percentile | Same as above |
Note - As per official records available at BIMTECH’s website.
BIMTECH offers several scholarships to support deserving candidates financially:
Scholarship Name | Eligibility | Benefit |
Late Basant Kumar Birla Admission Scholarship | Merit-based (high entrance exam scores) | Up to Rs. 2 Lakhs tuition waiver |
Shri Aditya Vikram Birla Memorial Scholarship | Academic merit & leadership qualities | Rs. 50,000 |
BIMTECH Merit Scholarship | Top scorers in PGDM across specializations | Rs. 1 Lakh - Rs. 2 Lakhs |
BIMTECH Need-Based Financial Assistance | Family income below a specified threshold | Partial fee waiver |
BIMTECH accepts CAT, XAT, GMAT, and CMAT scores for all PGDM programs. MAT scores are accepted only for PGDM in IBM (insurance business management) and RM (retail management)
The last date to apply for Phase 3 of PGDM admissions is March 31,2025. Candidates are advised to apply early as earlier phases may have advantages in selection.
Yes, BIMTECH offers full residential facilities with separate hostels for boys and girls. The hostels are Wi-Fi enabled, well-furnished and located within the secure campus.
As per recent placement reports, the average salary package is around INR 9-10 LPA. Top recruiters include Deloitte, KPMG, Accenture, Infosys and ICICI Bank
Yes, fresh graduates can apply as work experience is not compulsory for PGDM, However, prior work experience may add weight to the overall profile.
Yes, BIMTECH offers direct admissions to online PGDM based on academics and an interview, Entrance test scores are not mandatory for the online programs.
Entrance exam scorecard, academic transcripts, ID proof, photos, work experience certificates (if any)
Yes, BIMTECH promotes gender diversity and has reserved seats for girl candidates, this also contributes to a balanced classroom environment.
Around 1 out of every 10 applicants is selected for admission at BIMTECH, Selection is based on entrance scores, academic performance and interview evaluations.
Yes, international applicants are welcome and have a separate admission process. They must meet the eligibility criteria and may follow a different fee structure.
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