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IMT Ghaziabad is a private, fully residential business school established in 1980 on a lush 14‑acre campus in Greater NCR. Accredited by AACSB, SAQS, AIU, and NBA. It ranked 35th in the NIRF 2024 Rankings Management Category.
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Did you know-IMT Ghaziabad achieved 1st rank in India for Career Outcomes in the QS Executive MBA Rankings 2024, also placing 3rd in Asia and 9th globally.
IMT Ghaziabad is known for strong industry connections, and it reported placements up to ₹40 LPA in 2024, offering multiple management programs with a focus on leadership and innovation. It offers 2-year full-time PGDM courses approved by AICTE, equivalent to an MBA, and has a unique Lifelong Learning program to support alumni throughout their careers.
IMT Ghaziabad Key Highlights:
Parameters | Details |
Admission month | September to March |
Top Programs | PGDM, PGDM (Marketing, Financial Management, Banking and Financial Services), FPM |
Accepted Exams | CAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE, UGC NET |
Duration of courses | PGDM: 2 yrs; FPM: 4 yrs |
Acceptance rate | Estimated 15–20% (highly competitive) |
Ranking | Ranked 35th in the NIRF rankings 2024 under the Management Category |
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IMT Ghaziabad offers eight main programs and various certificate courses for students in Management field. The flagship PGDM comes with specializations, including PGDM (Dual Country Programme), PGDM (Banking and Financial Services), PGDM (Marketing), PGDM (Financial Management), PGDM (Accelerated/Executive), and a general PGDM.
It includes a dedicated Centre for Distance Learning offering flexible Online Certificate Courses and options like the Open MBA for working professionals seeking distance education.
IMT Ghaziabad also provides a unique Lifelong Learning Program, supporting its alumni with continuous skill enhancement and professional development opportunities.
Course Fees at IMT Ghaziabad
This table displays the fee structure of the Full-Time courses offered by IMT Ghaziabad in detail.
Base Course | Fee Structure | Accepted Exam | ||
PGDM, PGDM (MARKETING), PGDM (FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT) & PGDM (BANKING AND FINANCIAL SERVICES) | Year | 1st yr | 2nd yr | CAT, XAT, GMAT |
Admission Fees | 50k | Not Applicable | ||
Academic Fees | 11.5L | 9.3L | ||
Alumni Fees | 8k | Not Applicable | ||
Caution Deposit (Refundable ) | 15k | Not Applicable | ||
Total | 21.53L | |||
For the Dual Country Program, Students are required to stay one year at the IMT Dubai Campus. The table below displays the Fee structure for the same
Fee Component | Amount (INR) | Details |
Admission Fees | ₹50,000 | One-time, non-refundable |
Tuition Fees | ₹19,43,100 | 1st Instalment (INR): ₹3,80,000 2nd Instalment (AED 17,000): ₹7,25,339 3rd Instalment (AED 17,000): ₹7,25,339 4th Instalment (AED 16,000): ₹6,82,672 5th Instalment (INR): ₹2,50,000 6th Instalment (INR): ₹3,00,000 |
Group Insurance (AED 1,100) | ₹46,934 | Mandatory during the Dubai term |
Visa Charges (AED 3,300) | ₹1,40,803 | One-time, for Dubai stay |
Hospitality Fees (Double Occupancy) | ₹12,21,276 | AED 9,900 + 9,900 + 8,800 = AED 28,600 |
Hospitality Fees (Single Occupancy) | ₹15,02,826 | AED 12,100 + 12,100 + 11,000 = AED 35,200 (approx. +₹2.8L over double) |
IMT Publications (AED 175) | ₹7,467 | One-time |
Lifetime Alumni Fees | ₹8,000 | One-time |
Refundable Hostel Deposit (INR) | ₹15,000 | Payable at IMT-Ghaziabad |
Refundable Hostel Deposit (AED 3,500) | ₹1,49,334 | For the Dubai term |
Refundable Library Deposit (AED 1,000) | ₹42,667 | One-time |
The FPM program at IMT Ghaziabad is a full-time, fully funded doctoral course designed for those aiming to build careers in academia or research. Offered in a residential mode, the program provides a strong academic environment and resources for high-quality research.
Scholars receive a monthly stipend of ₹54,000 for four years, enabling them to focus entirely on their research and professional development.
IMT Ghaziabad’s Placement Cell secured 90% placements for its 2023–2025 batch of 841 full-time PGDM students. The highest salary offered was ₹40 LPA. Most jobs came from the Banking and Financial Services sector.
Top recruiters included Deloitte, PwC, and Kotak, showing the strong industry links and support students get for their careers.
This Table displays IMT Ghaziabad’s 2023–25 placement statistics for its full-time PGDM batch
Statistics | CTC Offered (LPA) |
Highest CTC | ₹41.55 |
Average CTC | ₹16.07 |
Median CTC | ₹15.00 |
These figures highlight the average salaries offered to students in the 2023–25 batch at IMT Ghaziabad, showing how packages vary across the class.
The pyramid below shows average salaries for different student segments
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IMT Ghaziabad achieved 100% summer placements for the 2023–25 batch with over 150 companies taking part. Students received roles across functions like marketing management, business finance, consulting, and analytics. The highest stipend was ₹4.5 lakh for two months, with an average of ₹94,000, showing strong industry support even in challenging times.
The table below highlights the key details related to the Summer internship at IMT Ghaziabad
Metric | Details |
Placement Rate | 100% |
Batch | 2023–25 |
Highest Stipend | ₹4.50 Lakh (for 2 months) |
Average Stipend (Batch) | ₹94,000 |
Median Stipend | ₹80,000 |
Avg. Stipend (Top 10%) | ₹2.74 Lakh |
Avg. Stipend (Top 20%) | ₹2.29 Lakh |
No. of Companies | 150+ |
New Recruiters | 49% were first-time recruiters |
For more details, visit upGrad’s IMT Ghaziabad Placement page.
IMT Ghaziabad follows a 100% merit-based selection process for admission to its courses. While it does not release any official cut-off list, students are shortlisted for the Interview and GD rounds based on their entrance test scores. The accepted exams are CAT, XAT, and GMAT for PGDM programs, and UGC NET for the FPM program.
Candidates apply with CAT, XAT, or GMAT scores (UGC NET for FPM). The candidates are required to fill a common application form for IMT, which includes admission to its other two campuses as well, IMT Nagpur and IMT Hyderabad. The registration fee is ₹3500 for the form.
Shortlisted applicants are invited for Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds.
The final selection considers entrance scores, academic records, work experience, interview performance, and overall profile, ensuring well-rounded candidates who are prepared for management careers.
This table displays the eligibility criteria for the PGDM and FPM courses
Course | Eligibility criteria | Exam |
PGDM | The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA | CAT/XAT/GMAT |
FPM | Master’s degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks after 10+2. OR Five-year integrated Master’s with at least 60% marks. OR CA/CS/ICWA with minimum 50% marks plus a B.Com degree. Test scores of the CAT/ XAT/GMAT/GRE Test scores of UGC-NET | CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/UGCNET/GRE |
IMT Ghaziabad’s FPM selection includes document verification, an aptitude test, multi-level interviews, and a final interview.-8f52b2785ffd40d48e9ff29c8b2f82ee.png)
Watch IMT Ghaziabad’s application dates carefully to avoid missing deadlines and to keep your admission process easy and on time.
This table displays the Admission start and end dates for the PGDM and FPM Programs
Program | Application start | Application end |
PGDM | September | January |
FPM | February | April |
For more detailed information on Admissions. Check out upGrad’s IMT Ghaziabad Admissions’ page.
IMT Ghaziabad’s rankings have improved over the past few years, showing its continuous progress. It consistently ranks among the top management institutes in NIRF, reflecting quality education, strong industry links, and solid placements that make it a top choice for MBA aspirants.
This Table displays the year-wise ranking by NIRF for IMT Ghaziabad in the Management category
Ranking Body | Year | Rank |
NIRF (Management) | 2022 | 44 |
NIRF (Management) | 2023 | 38 |
NIRF (Management) | 2024 | 35 |
Benefits: 25% scholarship on academic fees
Eligibility: All female candidates admitted to any PGDM program
Benefits: 25% academic fee waiver for male students with 98+ percentile in CAT/XAT or 695+ GMAT
30% academic fee waiver for female students with the same scores
Eligibility: Candidates with a 98+ percentile in CAT/XAT or a 695+ score in GMAT
Benefits: 100% waiver on academic tuition fees
Eligibility: Economically disadvantaged students as per the Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) policy
Benefits: 100% waiver on academic tuition fees
Eligibility: DCP (Dual Country Program) candidates qualifying under the TFW policy
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Choosing the best college can be confusing for many students. In this section, we will look at IMT Ghaziabad, Amity University, and IMS Ghaziabad, comparing important details to help students find the one that suits them best.
Parameters | IMT Ghaziabad | Amity University | IMS Ghaziabad |
NIRF Ranking 2024 (Management) | 29 | Not ranked in NIRF 2024 | |
Tuition Fees | UG: Not offered | UG: ₹1.33–5.27 L/year (B.Tech) PG: ₹2.76–3.36 L/year (M.Tech); MBA ~₹7.78 L/year | UG: Not available |
Popular Courses | UG: NA PG: PGDM (Financial Management),(Banking and Financial Services | UG: B.Tech (CSE, ECE, Mechatronics…) PG: M.Tech, MBA | UG: BBA, BCA |
Placement Rate | 90% | 100% | 100% |
Highest CTC | ₹41.55 LPA | ₹26.30 LPA (2024 MBA) | |
Average CTC | ₹17.2 LPA | ₹14.5 LPA (2024) | ₹9.25 LPA |
Lowest CTC | Not disclosed officially | Not disclosed officially | Not disclosed officially |
No. of Courses | 400 Programmes in 80 Disciplines | UG: 2 (BBA, BCA) |
The IMT Ghaziabad is fully Wi-Fi enabled, offering high-speed internet access across all areas. Classrooms are equipped with modern facilities, including projectors and audio systems. Both students and faculty have uninterrupted internet connectivity around the clock. The institute has collaborations with leading technology partners such as SAP, SAS, Cisco, and Microsoft.
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IMT Ghaziabad has produced many successful leaders across industries. Its strong alumni network includes CEOs, entrepreneurs, and senior executives in top companies worldwide. The institute’s focus on practical learning and industry connections has helped shape graduates who excel in diverse fields.
Name | Field of Work |
Co-founder at MoatLabs | |
CEO, Radico Fashion PVT Ltd | |
Ex-Group CMO of Housing.com, now heading the Marketing of Walmart India. | |
Founder of Arrucus Media Pvt. ltd. Awarded with ‘She Inspires’ Award in the category of ‘Ms Intellectual’. | |
Founder of H.O.W (Health of Women), |
IMT Ghaziabad ranked 9th globally for Career Outcomes in QS Executive MBA Rankings 2024, highlighting its strong global presence and industry-focused education.
Yes, the PGDM programs at IMT Ghaziabad are AICTE-approved and officially considered equivalent to an MBA degree in India.
IMT Ghaziabad has an estimated 15–20% acceptance rate, making it highly competitive among top Indian B-schools.
Yes, IMT Ghaziabad offers flexible online and distance courses through its Centre for Distance Learning, ideal for working professionals.
Yes, through its Lifelong Learning Program, IMT supports alumni with upskilling and career development long after graduation.
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