Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai
ApplyGlobally Recognized by AACSB (US) & AMBA (UK) | 18 LPA Avg. CTC for PGPM 2026
Total Fees 9.00 L | Exam CAT | Seats 120 |
₹ 9.00 L
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Full timeDURATION
24 MonthsThe Post Graduate Diploma in Management in Banking, Insurance and Financial Services (PGDM – BIF) started in 2008 is a two-year full-time programme approved by All India Council For Technical Education (AICTE) and recognized equivalent to MBA by Association of Indian Universities (AIU). It was also accredited by National Board of Accreditation (NBA).
The programme is designed to groom future managers who can successfully handle complex business environment. In the changing global scenario, innovation is a major driving force for achieving competitive advantage through creation of new business opportunities. To meet this challenge there is a huge requirement of trained banking and financial professionals in the country. The program aims to churn out skilled and talented Finance and Management professionals to suit the requirement of corporate sector in general and Banking Insurance and Financial Services sector in particular. This rigorous training at IPE would enable them to be industry-ready.
The program has the state-of-the-art curriculum with stress on the Banking sector. Banking, Insurance and Finance professionals face the challenge of continuously innovating and improving their products and services. Currently banks provide more or less similar products and services in the face of competition. Retaining market has become all the more difficult in this scenario, innovation is a major driving force for achieving a competitive advantage through creation of new business opportunities. To meet this challenge, there is a huge requirement of trained banking and finance professionals in the country. The course provides both theoretical and practical orientation to the students to meet the changing scenarios of global competitive environment.
As an out-of-the-class exercise, PGDM-BIF students are mentored and encouraged to participate in apex conferences organized by National and International bodies like SEBI, NISM etc.
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CAT Application Date (Mode - Online) | 2 Aug'26 - 15 Sep'26 |
CAT Admit Card Date (Mode - Online) | 3 Nov'26 - 28 Nov'26 |
CAT Exam Date (Mode - Online) | 28 Nov'26 - 28 Nov'26 |
XAT Application Date (Mode - Online) | 14 Jul'26 - 5 Dec'26 |
XAT Admit Card Date (Mode - Online) | 19 Dec'26 - 2 Jan'27 |
XAT Exam Date (Mode - Online) | 2 Jan'27 - 3 Jan'27 |
MAT Admit Card Date - PBT: September session (Mode - Online) | 9 Sep'26 - 12 Sep'26 |
MAT Exam Date - PBT: September session (Mode - Online) | 12 Sep'26 - 12 Sep'26 |
MAT Application Date - CBT: September session - Last date to apply (Mode - Online) | 13 Sep'26 - 13 Sep'26 |
MAT Admit Card Date - CBT: September session (Mode - Online) | 16 Sep'26 - 19 Sep'26 |
MAT Exam Date - CBT: September session (Mode - Online) | 19 Sep'26 - 19 Sep'26 |
The candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA. (45% in case of SC/ST candidates), from a UGC recognized university/deemed university recognized by the Ministry of HRD, GoI.
Step-1 Candidates have to appear in any one of the admission test (CAT / XAT / MAT/ ATMA / CMAT / GMAT).
Step-2 Register for IPE Admissions online.
Step-3 Short listed candidates will be called for Group Discussions and Personal Interviews to be held at IPE Hyderabad and in major cities. Timely updates on the same will be posted to all the applicants by Team Admissions.
College infrastructure and management encompass a wide range of elements crucial to the functioning of an educational institution. This includes physical facilities such as classroom, libraries, and recreational areas, as well as administrative aspects like faculty recruitment, student services, financial management. Effective infrastructure and management contribute significantly to the overall quality of education and student experience.
Good infrastructure with nature ambience. I would have to say this college apart from other school it has a very prominent infrastructure as you compare with others. this college is near the lake in weekends you can go for a walk to feel the surroundings.
Infrastructure is huge . Football turf available for football. Cricket ground is available. Canteen is hygienic. environment is so natural and healthy. Library is specious and lots of books are available for book lovers. Overall infrastructure is good.
Globally Recognized by AACSB (US) & AMBA (UK) | 18 LPA Avg. CTC for PGPM 2026
Register for XAT 2027 by 28th Oct to become eligible to take the Mock Test | 75+ years of legacy | #1 Entrance Test | 100+ Test Cities | 250+ B-Schools accept XAT Score
Gateway to IBS Hyderabad & 8 other IBS campuses | Scholarships worth 10 CR
Highest Package 29.30 LPA | 12 LPA Median CTC | 230+ Recruiters | AACSB Accredited | Ranked 51 in Asia by QS International
Among top 6% B-Schools globally to be accredited by AACSB | Highest Package-35 LPA
Application Deadline: 1st Dec'26 | 400+ Recruiters | Highest CTC 17.2 LPA | Average CTC 8 LPA | 92% Avg. Placements | Awarded Best Business School of the Year
CAT 2026 admit card can be downloaded from here.
CAT 2026 admit card will be released on November 04, 2026.
CAT 2026 admit card will be released at around 10 AM.