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      Great Lakes Institute of Management Courses & Fees 2026

      Great Lakes Institute of Management Chennai courses are offered across postgraduate and doctoral programmes in the fields of Management and Business Administration. The institution provides programmes such as PGPM, PGDM, PGPM–Family Business & Entrepreneurship, and FPM, available in both full-time and part-time formats. 

      • Great Lakes PGDM fees is Rs 16,03,000 and the fees for the PGPM programme is Rs 19,39,000. 

      • The hostel fees for the Great Lakes Chennai for national students is Rs 6,32,000.

      • Great Lakes Chennai has introduced a new course that is post graduate programme in management for family business and entrepreneurship (PGPM-FBE) for 1 year. 

      • The Great Lakes Institute of Management PGDM programme is offered for the duration of 2 years across several specialisations in Finance, Operations and more

      • Online PGDM programme at the Great Lakes Institute of Management Chennai is offered for the duration of 2 years in AI and Business Analytics, Operations and many more. 

      Admission to GLIM Chennai is granted to candidates who fulfil the prescribed GLIM Chennai admission eligibility criteria for their chosen programme. The GLIM Chennai fee structure varies depending on the programme selected. The PGDM programme is a two-year full-time course offered in multiple specialisations, including Finance, Marketing, Operations, and more. Detailed information about GLIM Chennai courses and fees is provided below.

      Also See: Great Lakes Chennai Admission

      Great Lakes Institute of Management Chennai Fees and Eligibility Criteria 

      Courses

      Tuition Fees

      Eligibility Criteria

      PGDM

      Rs 16,03,000

      Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any discipline from a recognised institution with an academic track record of 60% throughout

      PGPM

      Rs. 19,39,000

      Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university

      +
      Valid marks in CAT/ GMAT/ XAT examination

      PGPM - Family Business & Entrepreneurship (FBE)

      Rs. 18,26,000

      Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised institution.

      +

      Must be a part of a family business or an entrepreneur having their own start-up. 

      +

      Valid score in GMAT/ CAT/ XAT/ NMAT

      PGXPM

      Rs 12,97,233

      Bachelor’s degree- 50% marks
      +

      Work experience of minimum 8 years

      FPM

      -

      Master’s Degree in any area/ Two-year Post Graduate Diploma/ a 5-year Integrated Master’s Degree with 60% or above marks. Candidates in the final year of their master's programme may also apply.
      +
      Valid entrance test scores from JRF(NET)/ CAT/ GMAT/XAT

      Online PGDM 

      Rs 3,70,000

      Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/OBC candidates)

      Great Lakes Chennai PGDM Fees 2026

      To be eligible for the PGDM course at  Great Lakes Chennai, students must pay the fees and submit required documents.  Great Lakes Chennai fee for the academic year 2026 includes tuition and programme charges. Additionally, a refundable caution deposit of Rs 10,000 and an alumni subscription of Rs 5,000 are applicable. Mentioned below is the GLIM Chennai fees.

      Particular

      Fees

      Tuition & Academic Fee

      Rs 10,25,000

      Programme Fee

      Rs 5,78,000

      Total

      Rs 16,03,000

      Note: Candidates also need to pay a refundable caution deposit of Rs 10,000 along with an alumni subscription of Rs 5,000.

      Great Lakes Chennai PGXPM Fees 2026

      To be eligible for the PGXPM course at Great Lakes Chennai, candidates must complete the payment of fees and submit all required documents. Mentioned below is the GLIM Chennai fees for the PGXPM course. 

      Fee Plan

      Instalment Details

      Amount (Rs.)

      Total Fees (Rs.)

      Plan I

      Full payment (one-time)

      12,97,233

      Plan II

      Instalment I (at admission)

      7,14,903

      13,34,403

      Instalment II (before 4th term)

      6,19,500

      Plan III

      Instalment I (at admission)

      3,74,178

      13,77,768

      Instalment II (before 2nd term)

      3,65,505

      Instalment III (before 4th term)

      3,19,043

      Instalment IV (before 6th term)

      3,19,043

      Great Lakes Chennai Other Fees 2026

      Particulars

      Amount

      Accommodation Charges (Twin AC)

      6,32,000

      Caution Deposit (Refundable)

      10,000

      Alumni Subscription

      5,000

      Note:  The tuition fee includes study materials and vegetarian meals, while hostel accommodation is mandatory as the programme follows a residential format.

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      Online PGDM

      Duration: 2 Years
      Online
      Total Fees: 3.70 L
      Seats: 5000

      PGPM

      Duration: 1 Year
      Total Fees: 19.44 L
      Seats: 420
      Accepted Exams: CAT, NMAT, XAT, GMAT

      PGDM

      Duration: 2 Years
      Total Fees: 16.08 L
      Seats: 360
      Accepted Exams: CAT, XAT, GMAT

      Commonly Asked Questions

      On Great Lakes Chennai (GLIM) Courses & Fees Structure
      Q: What postgraduate programs does Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai offer?
      A:

      Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai offers several postgraduate programs including PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management), PGPM (Post Graduate Program in Management), Online PGDM, PGXPM (Post Graduate Executive Program in Management), and PGPM - Family Business & Entrepreneurship (FBE). These programs cater to different student needs and career goals in the field of management.

      Q: How long is the PGDM program at Great Lakes Chennai?
      Q: What is the fee structure for the PGDM program at Great Lakes Chennai?
      Q: What are the eligibility criteria for the PGDM program?
      Q: Does Great Lakes Chennai offer any online management programs?

      FPM

      Duration: 4 Years
      Seats: 10
      Accepted Exams: CAT, XAT, GRE, CSIR UGC NET,

      PGPM Family Business and Entrepreneurship

      Duration: 1 Year
      Total Fees: 18.31 L
      Accepted Exams: CAT, NMAT, XAT,

      PGXPM

      Duration: 1 Year 8 Months
      Total Fees: 12.97 L
      Accepted Exams: CAT, XAT, GMAT

      Commonly Asked Questions

      On Great Lakes Chennai (GLIM) Courses & Fees Structure
      Q: How much does the PGPM program cost at Great Lakes Chennai?
      A:

      The PGPM (Post Graduate Program in Management) at Great Lakes Chennai costs Rs. 18,66,000.

      Q: What are the admission requirements for the PGPM program?
      Q: Is there a program for working professionals at Great Lakes Chennai?
      Q: What is the fee for the PGXPM program?
      Q: Does Great Lakes Chennai offer any specialized programs for family businesses?

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      Student Reviews for Great Lakes Chennai (GLIM)

      College Infrastructure: 4.6/5
      Academics: 4.5/5
      Placements: 4.1/5
      Value for Money: 0.7/5
      Campus Life: 4.3/5

      Rigorous curriculum with strong placements, great campus

      Verified Review

      College Infrastructure

      The campus is residential, well maintained and provides a peaceful environment, away from the city's chaos which can be a downside too as it takes time travelling to the city. The food needs a lot of improvement.

      The college is very Good and I would recommend to study

      Verified Review

      College Infrastructure

      The college infrastructure is very good. It has been awarded with platinum Green campus award.The staff work very hard in maintaining hygiene and cleanliness inside the campus.It has gym a , three huge canteens single and double occupancy rooms for both boys and girls and girls hostel even has a lift in it and they also have attached bathrooms

      A really great option among tier 2 colleges

      Verified Review

      College Infrastructure

      Amazing campus, great management. All facilities are available on campus in terms of sports and a great library for reading. Internet and AC facilities are also great. Campus is a bit remote from chennai city

      Have a question related to Great Lakes Chennai (GLIM) ?

      Hi Aspirant,

      Hope you are doing great.

      You have scored pretty well in CAT but still, great lakes put too much emphasis on your past academic performance. Your 10th and 12th marks are decent but the low performance in graduation can restrict your call from this college. Generally, the cut

      Hii there! Hope you are doing good.

      Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai offers diversity and merit scholarships to PGPM students to encourage diversity of perspectives and commitment to excellence.

      A total of 20 diversity and merit based scholarships of worth Rs. 5 lakhs each will be awarded for PGPM

      Greetings,

      The Post Graduate Program in Data Science and Programming is a 5 month classroom and 9 month online course and is conducted by great lakes institute of management. The end date for this course is no where mentioned on the official website. You can get more information on the

      Great Lakes Chennai (GLIM) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

      1: What is the fee for the PGPM - Family Business & Entrepreneurship program?

      The fee for the PGPM - Family Business & Entrepreneurship (FBE) program is Rs. 17,40,000.

      2: Does Great Lakes Chennai offer any doctoral programs?

      Yes, Great Lakes Chennai offers a Fellow Program in Management (FPM), which is a doctoral-level program.

      3: What are the eligibility criteria for the FPM program?

      For the FPM program, candidates must have a Master's Degree in any area, a two-year Post Graduate Diploma, or a 5-year Integrated Master's Degree with 60% or above marks. Candidates in the final year of their master's program may also apply. Additionally, they need valid entrance test scores from JRF(NET), CAT, GMAT, GRE, or XAT.

      4: Are there any additional charges for accommodation at Great Lakes Chennai?

      Yes, there are additional charges for accommodation. The accommodation charges for a Twin AC room are Rs. 6,12,000.

      5: Is there a difference in hostel fees for international students?

      Yes, the hostel fees for international students differ. For a Twin AC room, international students are charged $7,500.

      6: Are there any refundable deposits required at Great Lakes Chennai?

      Yes, students are required to pay a refundable caution deposit of Rs. 10,000.

      7: Is there an alumni subscription fee at Great Lakes Chennai?

      Yes, there is an alumni subscription fee of Rs. 5,000.

      8: What specializations are offered in the PGDM program at Great Lakes Chennai?

      The PGDM program at Great Lakes Chennai offers specializations including Finance, Operations, and Marketing.

      9: How does the fee structure for the Online PGDM compare to the full-time PGDM?

      The Online PGDM program is significantly more affordable at Rs. 3,70,000 compared to the full-time PGDM program which costs Rs. 15,36,000.

      10: Are there any part-time programs available at Great Lakes Chennai?

      Yes, Great Lakes Chennai offers programs in both full-time and part-time formats, although specific details about part-time programs are not provided in the given information.

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