Great Lakes Institute of Management PGPM Admissions 2026
ApplyAdmissions Open | Globally Recognized by AACSB (US) & AMBA (UK) | 17.8 LPA Avg. CTC for PGPM 2025
Total Fees 16.20 L | Exam CAT | Seats 300 |
₹ 16.20 L
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24 MonthsSOIL’s 2 year PGDM is a bold and radical step in changing management education. This 2 Year PGDM is India’s first program integrating Business, Design Thinking and Liberal Arts. The program aims at rediscovering the creative potential in its students thereby creating business leaders who excel in innovation and creativity.
Duration - 2 Years (6 Terms)
Core Areas - In Year 1: General Management + Foundation Courses in Design Thinking and Liberal Arts. Year 2: Electives & Specializations.
Specializations Offered - Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Analytics
Curriculum Structure - 45 Courses total; includes core, electives, design thinking & liberal arts; Year 1 mandatory foundational subjects; Year 2 optional specializations.
Credit Requirements - 160.5 credits to graduate; includes required specialization credits.
Teaching Methods - Case-study based discussions (Harvard case studies), simulations, digital modules, Design Thinking & Liberal Arts foundation courses.
Internship Component - Mandatory Summer Internship at end of Year 1 in corporate/industry setting; graded.
Flexible Electives - Students can choose specializations in Year 2 from the list; electives depend on student interest and faculty availability.
Learning Outcomes - Develop multidisciplinary thinking, problem-solving, decision making, leadership, interpersonal awareness, ethical thinking.
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CAT Admit Card Date (Mode - Online) | 11 Nov'25 - 29 Nov'25 |
CAT Exam Date (Mode - Online) | 29 Nov'25 - 29 Nov'25 |
CMAT Application Date (Mode - Online) | 16 Oct'25 - 17 Nov'25 |
CMAT Others - Last date of fee payment (Mode - Online) | 17 Nov'25 - 18 Nov'25 |
CMAT Application Correction Date (Mode - Online) | 19 Nov'25 - 20 Nov'25 |
NMAT Others - NMAT exam rescheduling (Mode - Online) | 31 Jul'25 - 15 Dec'25 |
NMAT Others - Retake-registration (Mode - Online) | 5 Nov'25 - 15 Dec'25 |
NMAT Others - Retake-scheduling (Mode - Online) | 5 Nov'25 - 15 Dec'25 |
NMAT Exam Date (Mode - Online) | 4 Nov'25 - 18 Dec'25 |
XAT Others - Mock Test 3 (Mode - Online) | 18 Nov'25 - 19 Nov'25 |
XAT Application Date (Mode - Online) | 9 Jul'25 - 4 Dec'25 |
XAT Admit Card Date (Mode - Online) | 19 Dec'25 - 3 Jan'26 |
XAT Exam Date (Mode - Online) | 3 Jan'26 - 3 Jan'26 |
MAT Application Date - PBT: December session - last date to apply (Mode - Online) | 6 Dec'25 - 6 Dec'25 |
MAT Admit Card Date - PBT: December session (Mode - Online) | 9 Dec'25 - 12 Dec'25 |
MAT Exam Date - PBT: December session (Mode - Online) | 12 Dec'25 - 12 Dec'25 |
MAT Application Date - CBT: December session - Last date to apply (Mode - Online) | 14 Dec'25 - 14 Dec'25 |
MAT Admit Card Date - CBT: December session (Mode - Online) | 17 Dec'25 - 20 Dec'25 |
MAT Exam Date - CBT: December session (Mode - Online) | 20 Dec'25 - 20 Dec'25 |
All applicants are required to appear for CAT/MAT/GMAT/XAT before applying to SOBD.
SOIL School of Business Design offers good infrastructure, well-suited for experiential, case-based learning with collaborative spaces and a comprehensive library. Facilities focus on Design Thinking, preparing students to solve real-world problems effectively. The college is continually expanding, improving its infrastructure day by day. While the hostel is located off-campus, the college canteen is clean, and hygienic and provides nutritious food.
Well-equipped classrooms with modern teaching aids like projectors and audio-visual equipment A cafeteria or food court for students to grab meals and snacks. A large auditorium for seminars, conferences, and guest lectures.
Admissions Open | Globally Recognized by AACSB (US) & AMBA (UK) | 17.8 LPA Avg. CTC for PGPM 2025
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Ranked No. 3 Business School in India and no.35 in world by Financial Times MiM 2025 Ranking | Highest CTC: INR 89 LPA
Ranked among top 10 B-Schools in India by multiple publications | Top Recruiters-Google, MicKinsey, Amazon, BCG & many more.
'A+ +'NAAC accreditation| AICTE accreditation -Attracts Illustrious In-House and Visiting Faculty
NAAC A++ Grade | MBA program graded A** (National) by CRISIL | AACSB, ACBSP and BGA Member