Great Lakes - PGDM & PGPM Admissions 2027
ApplyGlobally Recognized by AACSB (US) & AMBA (UK) | 18 LPA Avg. CTC for PGPM 2026
Total Fees 8.00 L | Exam CAT |
₹ 8.00 L
MODE
Full timeDURATION
24 MonthsFisrt time in the History. where students’ idea is the syllabus. From Day 1 the student builds her/his own business. no tuition fees. free accommodation with food.
Programme Benefits
Like a close associate, LEAD will provide all necessary guidance and assistance to set up and start their own business.
Financial support through bank loan or investors
Preparation of complete project report
Feasibility study preparation
Liaison with Cost Accountant, CA and legal consultants
Licensing and Licensee approval and other support Felicitating marketing, operational and distribution channels
Strategies for making the business successful
Availing advice and support from industrial leaders
Getting lessons from failed entrepreneurs
Networking with 100+ successful business personalities
Leverage help and services from like-minded classmates
| Exams and Events | Dates |
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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 |
The aspirant should have:
A feasible, scalable and exceptional business idea
Very good leadership quality and integrity
Substantial learning ability
High endurance and readiness to work hard
Family consent for business start up
A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized institution with minimum 50% in aggregate or an equivalent grade. Candidates in their final year can also apply
Qualifying test score in any of KMAT/CMAT/CAT
Qualifying test score in any of KMAT/CMAT/CAT
The selection will be based on aspirations and eligibility. The aspirants should ensure their family consent in choosing the business. The candidates will be shortlisted based on their entrepreneurial plans and other related interests. As of now the institute plans to select four students each from all districts in Kerala with a maximum 60 students in the batch.
Globally Recognized by AACSB (US) & AMBA (UK) | 18 LPA Avg. CTC for PGPM 2026
Gateway to IBS Hyderabad & 8 other IBS campuses | Scholarships worth 10 CR
Among top 6% B-Schools globally to be accredited by AACSB | Highest Package-35 LPA
Test centres are available in 70+ cities across India | 75,000+ aspirants apply for the NMAT exam | Accepted by 58+ institutions like NMIMS, KJSIM, ISB, SPJIMR and Great Lakes.
Ranked #1 Top Emerging Management University by The Times of India | Dual Specialization option
Ranked No. 2 Business School in India and no. 26 in world by Financial Times MiM 2026 Ranking | Highest CTC: INR 75 LPA