Post Graduate Programme in Management [PGPM] From IIM Bangalore, Bangalore

Ans. At IIM Bangalore, admissions are based on the applications received through the CAT conducted by IIMs in November every year at various centres in India. However, Multiple criteria are used to arrive at a composite score for every candidate, based on the CAT performance, Scholastic Achievement, Work Experience, performance in the Writing Ability Test, and Interview.

Ans. A general category student must have scored a minimum overall 99 percentile and a sectional percentile of 80%, 75% and 75% percentile for VARC, DILR and QA respectively to be eligible to get shortlisted for the next round i.e. WAT-PI round. 

Ans. The summer internship in IIMB takes place in November while the placements take place in March. The lateral placements happen from December to February. 

Ans. Yes, having good work experience can improve your chances of getting admission to the IIM Bangalore MBA course significantly. IIM Bangalore gives extra points to candidates with work experience.

Ans. The composite score is calculated based on the academic profile, work experience, gender diversity, academic diversity and the scaled CAT score of a candidate. 

Ans. Candidates who will be selected for IIM Bangalore MBA Admission will receive an email from the institute. They will have to confirm their admission by sending an acceptance letter and offering an acceptance fee.

Ans. Candidates shortlisted for WAT and PI should be well-versed in current affairs, general knowledge, and have a clear understanding of their academic and professional background. Being aware of contemporary issues and practicing mock interviews can be beneficial.

Ans. The fees for IIM Bangalore is INR 24.5 Lakhs for 2 years. This fees includes covers Tuition, Library, Internet, Case Permission Royalty, Course Material, Hostel Room Rent and Service Charge, Medical Insurance, Personal Accident Insurance and Alumni Activity. The caution deposit is charged separely at the time of admission. 

Ans. IIM Bangalore may allow provisional admission for candidates awaiting final results, but this is subject to meeting specific conditions. The candidates will have to provide the necessary documents within the stipulated time frame. If the candidate is unable to fullfill the minimum required percentage or CGPA, then the institute has the right to cancel his/ her admission, 

Ans. It is not mandatory to have a work experience to apply at IIM Bangalore but it could be beneficial. The work experience is considered in both Pre-PI and final selection and the weightage is 10 points in both. The candidates who do not have a work experience can take that 10 point if they have done any professional course. 

Ans. Candidates who receive admission offers need to follow the specified procedures outlined by IIM Bangalore, including paying the admission fee and submitting required documents within the stipulated time frame.