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Great Lakes Gurgaon Admission Process

Great Lakes Institute of Management (GLIM), Gurgaon offers admission to courses at the postgraduate level. Great Lakes Gurgaon admissions are offered to the Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM), Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), and Online PGDM. The mode of application for GLIM Gurgaon admissions is online. PGDM admission at Great Lakes Gurgaon is done through GMAT/ CAT/ XAT scores. 

  • GLIM Gurgaon admissions 2026 are offered for PGDM, PGPM and online PGDM.
  • Entrance Exams Accepted for Great Lakes Gurgaon admissions include GMAT/ CAT/ XAT for both programs. Additionally, NMAT is also accepted for its PGPM program only.
  • CAT 2025 exam for admission to the GLIM Gurgaon PGDM programme will be conducted on November 30, 2025.

Candidates can also appear for the Analytical Writing Test and Personal Interview for GLIM Gurgaon admissions to PGDM/ PGPM courses. Great Lakes Gurgaon PGPM admission is based on GMAT/ CAT/ XAT/ NMAT scores. However, candidates are invited for initial screening and PI through e-mail. 

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Great Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon Admissions 2026 Highlights

Check the exams considered for Great Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon admissions.

Entrance Exams Accepted for Great Lakes Admissions

Course

Entrance Exam

PGDM

GMAT/ CAT/ XAT

PGPM

GMAT/ CAT/ XAT/ NMAT

How to Apply for Great Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon Admissions 2026

Post entrance examinations, candidates can apply for GLIM Gurgaon admissions by following the steps given below.

Great Lakes Gurgaon Registration Process

  • Visit the official website of the Great Lakes Institute of Management, Gurgaon
  • Fill out the Great Lakes Gurgaon application form online
  • Pay the required application fee and upload necessary documents.
  • Click on the submit button after successful completion of application form.

Great Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon Admissions 2026 to PG Courses

Great Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon offers admission to postgraduate courses in multiple specialisations. Courses offered by Great Lakes Gurgaon are Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM), Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) and Online PGDM. The table below indicates the course-wise eligibility and Great Lakes Gurgaon admission criteria.

Great Lakes Gurgaon Admission Eligibility Criteria

Courses

Eligibility Criteria 

PGDM

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

+

Freshers and candidates with strictly less than 36 months of work experience as on June 30, 2025

+

Valid score in GMAT/ CAT/ XAT

PGPM

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised institution

+

Minimum 2 years of full time work experience after UG in any industry/function.

+

Valid score in GMAT/ CAT/ XAT/ NMAT

Online PGDM

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline from a recognised university/ institution and have scored a minimum of 50% marks (45% marks for SC/ ST/ OBC candidates)

Great Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon PGDM Admissions 2026

No, work experience is not mandatory to apply for the PGDM course at Great Lakes Gurgaon. But professional experience will strengthen your application. Freshers can also apply since the curriculum is designed to suit entry-level professionals.

Great Lakes Gurgaon PGDM Admission Process

  • Candidates will have to meet the Great Lakes Gurgaon PGDM eligibility criteria
  • Fill the online Great Lakes Gurgaon application form and make a payment of Rs. 2,000
  • Candidates also have the option of either applying to Great Lakes, Chennai or Gurgaon campuses separately or to both campuses through the common application form by selecting the appropriate option in the registration form
  • Candidates will be invited for the Initial Screening and PI by e-mail
  • Appear for the Analytical Writing Test and the Personal Interview
  • The entrance exam scores of GMAT/ CAT/ XAT are also considered for the Great Lakes Gurgaon PGDM admission
  • After final shortlisting, offer letters will be shared with the selected candidates by email
  • Final admission will be confirmed after offer acceptance and initial fee payment

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Great Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon PGPM Admissions 2026

The application procedure is comprehensive, evaluating the candidates based on academic performance, career experience, and programme suitability.

Great Lakes Gurgaon PGPM Admission Process

  • First, candidates are required to fulfil the Great Lakes Gurgaon PGPM eligibility criteria
  • Fill the online GLIM Gurgaon application form and make a payment of Rs. 2,200
  • Candidates have the option of either applying to Great Lakes, Chennai or Gurgaon campuses separately or to both campuses through the common application form by selecting the appropriate option in the registration form
  • Next, candidates will be invited for the Initial Screening and PI by e-mail
  • Appear for an Analytical Writing Test followed by a Personal Interview
  • However, the entrance exam scores of GMAT/ CAT/ XAT/ NMAT are taken into account for Great Lakes Gurgaon PGPM admission
  • After final shortlisting for GLIM Gurgaon PGPM admission, offer letters will be shared with the selected candidates through email
  • Later, candidates will have to get all their documents verified and pay the Great Lakes Gurgaon admission fee

Also Read: Great Lakes Gurgaon Courses and Fees

Documents Required for Great Lakes Institute of Management Admissions

  • Passport-size photographs.

  • Class 10th certificate and mark sheet.

  • Class 12th certificate and mark sheet.

  • Bachelor’s degree certificate.

  • Entrance exam scorecard.

  • ID Proof.

Note: Apart from the documents mentioned above, students should also submit Work Experience Documents, which include Joining Letter, Payslips, Resignation/ Relieving letter, Experience Certificate for people with work experience.

Great Lakes Gurgaon Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Does Great Lakes Institute of Management accept Management Quota?

Admissions to Great Lakes courses are carried out only through the online application available on official website. Great Lakes Institute of Management does not authorized any third party to initiate applications on its behalf. Great Lakes Institute of Management does not admit students under Management Quota or any other form of reservation. 

2: Can I apply online at Great Lakes Gurgaon?

Yes, candidates can apply online by making a payment through any credit/debit card. Alternatively, they can purchase the key (required to unlock the online application) from IMS centers, Great Lakes City office and the Campus.

3: What are the factors considered for Great Lakes Gurgaon course admission?

Great Lakes Gurgaon consider importance to the overall performance of an individual rather than excellence in a single field. The institute consider the candidate's past academic records, work experience, recommendations and essays (collected at the interview location). In addition, performance in GMAT/CAT/XAT and during the Personal Interview are considered while evaluating applicants.

4: What are the minimum CAT/ GMAT/XAT scores required in order to apply for the Great Lakes Gurgaon course?

Great Lakes follows thorough profile based evaluations, including academic record, work experience along with entrance scores in order to get the best out of the applicants. Therefore, there are no hard cut-offs for entrance scores and slightly lower scores than the desired range can also get through with good profiles and performance in the subsequent parts of the selection process post application.

Considering 80-85% of the students in-class, desired entrance ranges would be: CAT, XAT: 80-96 percentile and GMAT: 580 - 740 percentile.

5: What are the minimum CAT/ GMAT/XAT score required in order to apply for the Great Lakes Gurgaon course?

Great Lakes do not have fixed cutoffs and any minimum scores (or 'Safe Scores') are decided on after the completion of the application process and review of the overall applicant pool. Since the applicant pool varies in number and quality every year, the Safe Scores may vary as well. As a broad indicator based on the past experience, a 80+ percentile in XAT/CAT, 580+ score in GMAT would be considered suitable subject to meeting other criteria.

6: Which test scores will be considered for Great Lakes Gurgaon admission to PGDM 2025-2027?

Great Lakes Gurgaon consider CAT 2023/2024, XAT 2024/2025 and GMAT scores taken after Jan 1, 2022..

7: Does Great Lakes Institute of Management accept Management Quota?

Admissions to Great Lakes courses are carried out only through the online application available on official website. Great Lakes Institute of Management does not authorized any third party to initiate applications on its behalf. Great Lakes Institute of Management does not admit students under Management Quota or any other form of reservation. 

8: Can I apply online at Great Lakes Gurgaon?

Yes, candidates can apply online by making a payment through any credit/debit card. Alternatively, they can purchase the key (required to unlock the online application) from IMS centers, Great Lakes City office and the Campus.

9: What are the factors considered for Great Lakes Gurgaon course admission?

Great Lakes Gurgaon consider importance to the overall performance of an individual rather than excellence in a single field. The institute consider the candidate's past academic records, work experience, recommendations and essays (collected at the interview location). In addition, performance in GMAT/CAT/XAT and during the Personal Interview are considered while evaluating applicants.

10: What are the minimum CAT/ GMAT/XAT scores required in order to apply for the Great Lakes Gurgaon course?

Great Lakes follows thorough profile based evaluations, including academic record, work experience along with entrance scores in order to get the best out of the applicants. Therefore, there are no hard cut-offs for entrance scores and slightly lower scores than the desired range can also get through with good profiles and performance in the subsequent parts of the selection process post application.

Considering 80-85% of the students in-class, desired entrance ranges would be: CAT, XAT: 80-96 percentile and GMAT: 580 - 740 percentile.

Student Reviews for Great Lakes Gurgaon

College Infrastructure: 4/5
Academics: 4.5/5
Placements: 4/5
Value for Money: 2.7/5
Campus Life: 4.1/5

Outstanding Institute in every field 5/5 star .

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Academics

Many professors come from strong industry backgrounds and have worked with respected companies before teaching. They guide students with real business cases and live projects. The curriculum is regularly updated with new specializations like Business Analytics and AI-related modules, ensuring students stay prepared for the industry.

Best college for PGDM/MBA In Noida and NCR

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Academics

The faculty here is very competent, and a lot of professors have both corporate and academic experience. They are always available, encouraging, and eager to solve the doubt. The modus operandi of teaching is interactive and case-study driven, which makes the learning process more practical and industry-oriented.

Great experience!! Best opportunities with an affordable fee

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Academics

The course curriculum is structured according to the industrial standards of business core subject such as financial accounting microeconomics marketing organisation behaviour HRM etc are taught faculty members are well experienced and have a strong Academy background

Have a question related to Great Lakes Gurgaon ?

What will be the CMAT cut off for 1 year PGPM course at Great Lakes Gurgaon?

Hey,

The expected CMAT Cut off for 1 year PGPM course at great lakes gurgaon can be 85 percentile.

Eligibility criteria : candidates should have completed their bachelor's degree in any discipline with minimum aggregate of 50% marks from any recognised university.

Hope this helps you.

Yes you have to clear CAT to enter into these colleges with good marks

Hello Aspirant,

Hope you are doing well!!

According to your percentile you have chances to get seat in GLIM Gurgaon PGDM. To get seat in Glim Gurgaon PGDM you need to score 80 to 85 percentile, and based on your percentile you have decent chance to get seat in Glim Gurgaon PGDM. PGDM applicants estimate  on GMAT/CAT/XAT/CMAT scores, past academic performance, work experience (if any) and performance in the personal interview.

I hope this information will help you.

Feel free to ask any query.

All the best for your bright future ahead.

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