SPJIMR admits students mainly through entrance scores, profile review and interviews for courses such as PGDM and PGPM. PGDM and PGDM (BM) have a total fee of INR 26.5 Lakhs, while PGPM has a total fee of INR 22.66 Lakhs. Applicants need 50% marks in graduation, and a CAT or GMAT score at 98 percentile and above is a strong target.

The final admission decision is based on academic record, entrance score, work experience, overall profile and interview performance. PGDM shortlisting happens in two ways: profile-based and profile-cum-score-based.

Application Link: SPJIMR PGPDM Admission 2026

SPJIMR Admission Dates 2026

Event Date
PGPM Shortlist and Interview June to October
PGPM Admission Offer, Final Phase Mid-October onwards
PGPM Final Offers Mid-October onwards
PGPM Batch Commencement December

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Applicants can apply only once in any one admission phase of the PGPM course.

SPJIMR PG Admission 2026

SPJIMR runs full-time postgraduate management courses such as PGDM, PGDM (BM), PGPM and GMP. Admission depends on the course: some programmes use CAT or GMAT, while GMP also accepts GRE, XAT and NMAT.

Course Duration Eligibility and Exams Selection Process Fees and Notes
PGDM/ PGDM (BM) 2 years Bachelor's degree in any discipline with 50% marks, valid CAT or GMAT score and up to 5 years of work experience, which is optional Profile-based or profile-cum-score-based shortlisting, followed by 2 interview rounds INR 26.5 Lakhs, including tuition and basic hostel charges
PGPM 18 months Bachelor's degree with 50% marks, minimum 3 years of relevant work experience and valid CAT or GMAT score Overall profile review and 2 interview rounds on a rolling basis INR 22.66 Lakhs, including tuition and basic hostel charges. Applications are accepted in 3 phases.
GMP January and June cohorts Graduation with 55% marks in any stream and a valid GRE, GMAT, CAT, XAT or NMAT score Profile, LoR, SoP and video essays, followed by a joint shortlist with the partner school INR 8.7 Lakhs for the SP Jain campus. The remaining fee changes by partner school.

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

SPJIMR PGDM Eligibility Criteria

  • Applicants need a bachelor's degree in any discipline with 50% marks.
  • A valid CAT or GMAT score is required.
  • Work experience is not compulsory, but candidates with up to 5 years of experience can apply.

Note: Fresh graduates and final-year graduation students can also apply.

SPJIMR PGDM Selection Criteria

SPJIMR uses profile-based and profile-cum-score-based shortlisting for PGDM admission. Shortlisted candidates attend 2 interview rounds and must also clear the CAT or GMAT cutoff.

The final selection list is made after checking these factors:

  • Academic record in Class 10, Class 12 and every year of graduation
  • Work experience related to the chosen specialization
  • Entrance score, used to clear the cutoff
  • Applicant profile, including achievements, versatility and experience in different fields
  • Interview performance

SPJIMR PGPM Eligibility Criteria

  • Applicants need a bachelor's degree in any discipline with 50% marks.
  • At least 3 years of relevant work experience is required.
  • CAT or GMAT score is accepted.

Note: GMAT scores are considered from September 30, 2020 to September 30, 2025. CAT scores from the last 3 years are considered.

SPJIMR PGPM Selection Criteria

PGPM applicants are shortlisted after SPJIMR reviews the complete profile. The selected candidates are called for 2 interviews on a rolling basis. Some strong applicants may receive offer letters before the full admission cycle ends.

  • Academic record
  • Quality of work experience
  • Versatility and achievements
  • Interview performance

SPJIMR GMP Selection Criteria

For GMP, SPJIMR and the partner institute jointly check the application and profile. The interview is also conducted jointly for shortlisted candidates.

The final shortlist depends on academic record, entrance score, work experience if applicable, candidate profile and interview performance.

Important Note:

  • Results are released on a rolling basis within 15-20 days of the interview process.
  • Candidates must finish 6 online Harvard courses and a foreign language course. Marks for this preparatory term must be submitted before joining the SP Jain campus.
  • LoR, SoP and video essays are part of the partner school application process.
  • Candidates can choose 2 partner schools in the application form.
  • Freshers and candidates with work experience can both apply.

SPJIMR Executive Program Admission 2026

SPJIMR also offers part-time executive-level programmes. These courses follow rolling admission, and multiple cohorts may be admitted in one academic year.

Courses Duration Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria Fees and Notes
PGEMP (Post Graduate Executive Management Programme) 18 Months Bachelor's degree in any discipline with 50% marks and 5 years of work experience Executive Assessment by GMAC or Test of Reasoning, GD and PI INR 9.95 Lakhs. Admission details also mention a 21 months PGEMP structure and 5 batches each year.
Diploma with 10 years of work experience
PGPGM (Post Graduate Programme in General Management) 2 Years Bachelor's degree with 50% marks in any discipline and 4 years of work experience CAT, MAT, GMAT, CMAT, XAT or Admission Test, followed by Case Study and PI INR 10 Lakhs. Interviews are held on a rolling basis.
PGPDM (Post Graduate Programme in Development Management) 12 Months Graduation with 2 year of experience. Admission notes also mention 3 years of social sector experience. Profile with essay and online interview, or Personal Interview INR 1.5 Lakhs for NGOs or self-sponsored candidates to INR 3 Lakhs for corporates, international NGOs and high-income candidates. No entrance exam is required.
PGPMBM (Post Graduate Programme in Marketing & Business Management) 13 Months Graduation in any discipline with 50% marks and 3 years of work experience Test of Reasoning and PI* CAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE or NMAT scores are accepted but not compulsory.

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

*Candidates can add CAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE or NMAT scores to their application for consideration.

The final shortlist for executive programmes is based on academic record, Test of Reasoning or entrance exam scores, work experience and personal interview.

SPJIMR FPM Admission 2026

SPJIMR offers FPM in full-time and part-time modes across 6 areas of specialisation. Admission is through CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE, UGC-NET, UGC-JRF or the SPJIMR Research Aptitude Test, known as SPJ-RAT.

Candidates must have one of these qualifications:

  • Master's degree in any discipline with First Class
  • 4 or 5-year Integrated Master's degree with First Class
  • CA, ICWA or CS with at least 55% marks

Applicants must also meet at least one of these conditions:

  • Valid score in CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE, UGC-NET or UGC-JRF
  • Appearance in SPJ-RAT
  • PGDM or MBA degree from institutions such as SPJIMR, IIMs, MDI, XLRI, IIT DoMs, IRMA, TISS, ISI, XIMB or FMS

Note: Candidates with no work experience and candidates with more than 10 years of experience can apply if they show motivation and aptitude for research.

SPJIMR shortlists FPM applicants through the application form and research proposal. The panel also checks academic background, work experience, overall profile, SOP and letters of recommendation.

Shortlisted candidates must attend an in-person interview at the Mumbai campus. SPJIMR covers travel cost up to III AC train fare. Final selection is based on entrance exam score, interview performance and overall profile.

Apply to SPJIMR Admission

Students can apply for SPJIMR programmes through the institute's official application portals. The programme-wise application links and fees are listed below:

Programs Application Link Application Fees
PGDM/PGDM (BM) pgdmadmissions.spjimr.org/spjimr INR 2,000 for one program
INR 3,000 for both programs
PGPM pgpmadmissions.spjimr.org INR 2,000
GMP gmpadmissions.spjimr.org, with a separate application form for the partner school INR 2,000, with no extra fee for the partner school application
PGPGM pgpgm.spjimr.org/admopen INR 1,500
PGPDM - INR 1000
PGEMP pgemp.spjimr.org INR 1,200
PGPMBM spjimr.org/course/pgp-in-marketing-business-management/apply-now INR 1,200
FPM spjimr.org/fpm-applynow INR 1,000

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

SPJIMR Cutoff

Past admission trends show a CAT cutoff of 85 percentile for SPJIMR PGDM across categories. The GMAT cutoff has been reported at 75 percentile. These scores are qualifying cutoffs, so clearing them alone does not confirm selection.

SPJIMR uses CAT or GMAT scores to check eligibility for further rounds. The final shortlist is not based only on CAT or GMAT, because profile, academics, work experience and interview performance are also considered.

SPJIMR Admission FAQs

Ques. Can students get SPJIMR admission through a management quota?

Ans. No. SPJIMR does not admit students through management quota or any other quota. Admission is merit-based and depends on a composite review of the applicant's complete profile.

Ques. How does SPJIMR use profile-based and profile-cum-score-based shortlisting for PGDM?

Ans. In profile-based shortlisting, SPJIMR checks academics, relevant work experience, versatility and achievements before the test score is available. The candidate must still meet the required CAT or GMAT cutoff later. In profile-cum-score-based shortlisting, the institute reviews both the profile and the entrance score together.

Ques. Is there a separate form for profile-based PGDM calls at SPJIMR?

Ans. No. SPJIMR uses one common application form for both profile-based and non-profile-based calls. The shortlisting happens within the same admission cycle.

The usual timeline has applications opening in mid-September and closing by late November, with November 28, 2025 as the closing date for the 2026 to 2028 PGDM cycle.

Ques. Do PGDM applicants need work experience for SPJIMR admission?

Ans. Work experience is not compulsory for SPJIMR PGDM admission. Freshers and final-year graduation students can apply. Applicants with up to 5 years of relevant work experience may get an advantage because their experience is reviewed during selection.

Ques. What CAT and GMAT scores are needed for SPJIMR PGDM?

Ans. Based on past trends, the CAT cutoff for SPJIMR PGDM has been 85 percentile for all categories, while the GMAT cutoff has been 75 percentile. These are qualifying scores and are not the only basis for admission.

SPJIMR checks CAT or GMAT scores mainly for cutoff clearance. The final decision also depends on profile, academics, work experience and interviews.

Ques. What happens in the PGDM interview rounds at SPJIMR?

Ans. SPJIMR holds 2 rounds of group interviews at the Mumbai campus. In each round, 5-6 candidates usually appear together. GI-1 is an elimination round and covers profile, academics, work experience and preferred specialisation. GI-2 is more discussion-based and focuses on ethics, personality and perception.

Ques. Why do achievements and versatility matter in SPJIMR selection?

Ans. SPJIMR looks beyond marks and entrance scores. The institute values steady achievements in areas such as initiatives, entrepreneurship attempts, sports, culture, social impact work, competitions and certifications. Such activities help show readiness, leadership potential and emotional maturity.

Ques. What should applicants know about SPJIMR FPM admission?

Ans. SPJIMR offers FPM in full-time and part-time modes across 6 specialisation areas. Admission is based on CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE, UGC-NET, UGC-JRF or SPJ-RAT.

Applicants must have one of these academic qualifications:

  • Master's degree in any discipline with First Class
  • 4 or 5-year Integrated Master's degree with First Class
  • CA, ICWA or CS with at least 55% marks

They must also meet at least one of these requirements:

  • Valid CAT, GMAT, GRE, GATE, UGC-NET or UGC-JRF score
  • Appearance in SPJ-RAT
  • PGDM or MBA degree from institutes such as SPJIMR, IIMs, MDI, XLRI, IIT DoMs, IRMA, TISS, ISI, XIMB or FMS

Candidates with no work experience and those with more than 10 years of experience may apply if they show research motivation and aptitude.

SPJIMR shortlists candidates after reviewing the application form, research proposal, academic background, work experience, profile, SOP and letters of recommendation.

Shortlisted applicants attend an in-person interview at the Mumbai campus. The institute pays travel cost up to III AC train fare. Final selection depends on entrance scores, interview performance and overall profile.