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ISB&M PGDM — A future-ready management programme combining dual specialization, AI-integrated learning and industry exposure to accelerate your career.
Founded in 2000 by Dr. Pramod Kumar—following his transformative tenure as Director of SIBM (1996–2000) ISB&M was established with a singular vision: to deliver world-class management education that bridges academic rigor and real-world leadership. Guided by Dr. Kumar’s commitment to excellence, ISB&M has grown into one of India's premier institutions, consistently ranked amongst the top 2% B-Schools in India in terms of Education & Career Building within span of 27 years, with campuses in Pune, Kolkata & Bangalore.
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A premier destination for future-ready management leaders, with diverse specialisations.
Eastern India campus
Developing industry-ready management professionals through experiential learning, business knowledge, and corporate engagement.
Business and Innovation Hub
Preparing ambitious professionals for dynamic careers through industry-focused management education and exposure.
Media & Communications
Shaping creative and strategic professionals for the evolving world of media, digital branding and communication.
ISB&M attracts a diverse portfolio of recruiters across emerging industries and established core sectors, offering students opportunities to build careers across functions, industries, and geographies.
ISB&M’s strong industry connect and career-focused learning create meaningful opportunities for students to engage with leading organizations across diverse sectors. Our recruiters and industry partners include HPE, Deloitte, BNY, Trident Group, Trinamix, GIA, IDFC First Bank , Accenture, Colgate-Palmolive, ABP Network and many other reputed organizations.
Through industry interactions, internships, live projects, corporate engagements and a structured placement process, ISB&M prepares students to transition confidently from management education to the professional world.
Build the skills. Gain the exposure. Prepare for a successful career.
Develop an understanding of global markets and cultures with International Immersion & Dual Degree opportunities at leading institutions including University of Surrey, Illinois Institute of Technology, Universidade Estadual de Campinas

Application Fees ₹2000 |
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| Application | Deadline | Application Fees |
| First Mover | 01st Oct to 31st Oct 2026 | 700/- |
| Early Bird | 01st Nov to 30th Nov 2026 | 1000/- |
| Last Mover | 25th Dec to 05th January 2027 | 2000/- |
| Closing | 05th January 2027 | |
| GD&PI Round Begins | 04th February 2027 | |
| Programme Commencement | 3rd week of June 2027 | |
A bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks (General category) or 45% (Reserved category), and Indian nationality. Final-year students may apply provided they complete all degree requirements by 30th Sep, 2027
Accepted entrance examinations
CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT and MAT, MH CET.
ISB&M awards ₹2 lakh - ₹1 lakh in each year — to the top five students who meet every one of these criteria.
Apply online : Application form is available at https://www.isbmadmissionapplications.in/ and must be submitted online with the application fee can be paid through Debit/ Credit card, and net banking, application is non-refundable.
Apply offline : at any campus admission office, Monday to Saturday, 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
The application fee is non-refundable.
A future-ready PGDM that combines academic excellence, industry exposure, AI-integrated learning, and experiential education. Learn from accomplished faculty and industry experts, develop in-demand management skills, and prepare yourself to lead in a rapidly changing business world.
Two years, full time, AICTE approved
Recognised by national bodies and backed by leading industry associations.
Getting ready to apply? Check out the Admissions FAQ for answers to your questions on application requirements, deadlines, cost of attendance, residency, and more.
ISB&M accepts scores from CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT and MAT for its AICTE-approved PGDM programme.
The application process is online:
Shortlisted candidates are invited for the Group Discussion and Personal Interview (GD & PI) process as part of the profile-based selection process.
Application Fees ₹2000
For the 2027–29 PGDM batch, applications closing Date 05th Jaunary 2027. The official admission page currently indicates that applications are open; candidates should check the ISB&M admissions portal for the latest closing date and subsequent admission rounds.
Yes, The PGDM follows a Dual Specialisation model. Students choose two specialisation areas and complete the required courses in both. The curriculum also allows students to select additional electives from other specialisations.
The ISB&M PGDM is a two-year, full-time programme, structured across six trimesters.
Students are required to complete a summer internship of 8 weeks after the first year. ISB&M's placement material also describes the summer internship duration as 8–10 weeks, depending on the relevant placement/internship cycle.
Students are required to complete 160 credits for the PGDM programme:
The PGDM programme requires completion of 160 credits.
| Courses | Credit |
|---|---|
| Core for All | 75 |
| Core for 1st Specialization + Elective | 30 |
| Core for 2nd Specialization + Elective | 30 |
| Other Elective | 15 |
| Summer Internship | 4 |
| Dissertation | 6 |
| Total Credits | 160 |
For the 2024–26 final placement batch, ISB&M reports an average CTC of ₹11.4 lakh per annum.
For the 2024–26 final placement batch, the highest CTC reported by ISB&M is ₹20.56 lakh per annum.
Recruiters span sectors including BFSI, consulting, IT & ITES, e-commerce, FMCG/FMCD, retail, media & communication, engineering and logistics.
Recruiters featured in ISB&M's placement materials include Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Deloitte, BNY, Trinamix, Trident Group, HCL, TresVista, Wipro, Walmart, Accenture, L&T and others. Recruiters and hiring roles can vary by year and specialisation.
Marketing
Career pathways include Brand Management, Sales, Category Management,
Digital Marketing, Product Marketing and Market Research.
Finance
Career pathways include Financial Analysis, Corporate Finance, Investment
Analysis, Equity Research, Credit Analysis and Banking/BFSI.
Human Resource Management
Career pathways include HR Business Partner, Talent Acquisition, Learning &
Development, Compensation & Benefits and HR Operations.
Business Analytics
Career pathways include Business Analyst, Data Analyst, Product Analyst,
Analytics Consultant and Business Intelligence roles.
Media & Communication
Career pathways include Account Management, Content Strategy, Media
Planning, Advertising, Public Relations, Corporate Communications and
Digital Media.
Logistics & Supply Chain Management
Career pathways include Supply Chain Analysis, Procurement, Logistics &
Distribution, Operations Planning, Sourcing and Supply Chain Consulting.
The ISB&M Pune Nande campus is located at:
Address: Survey No. 44 /1, 44 1/2, Lavale Road, Pashan Sus Road, Near Lupin, Nande, Pune, Maharashtra-412115
The campus is near Symbiosis International University Pune.
Yes, Hostel accommodation is available for both boys and girls. ISB&M states that hostel facilities are available on campus, and students need to apply separately for hostel accommodation. Hostel and mess charges are additional to the programme fee.
The Nande campus offers a range of academic, residential and recreational facilities, including: