International School of Business & Media, Pune

1. Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the PGDM program, candidates must fulfill both academic and entrance exam requirements:

• Academic Qualification: A Bachelor’s degree (3 or 4 years) in any discipline from a recognized university.

• Minimum Marks: At least 50% aggregate for General Category applicants and 45% for Reserved Category applicants.

• Final-Year Students: Those appearing for their final year examinations are eligible, provided they complete all degree requirements by the stipulated deadline (generally September 30 of the admission year).

• Entrance Exam: A valid score from one of the following national-level management entrance tests is required: CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, MAT, or ATMA. If multiple scores are submitted, ISB&M will consider the highest. (The CAT cutoff for General Category is typically around the 60th percentile).

2. Application Process (Online Mode)

Candidates must apply directly through ISB&M’s online portal:

• Registration: Visit the official ISB&M website, click on “Apply Online,” and register using a valid email ID and mobile number.

• Form Filling: Complete the online application form with personal, academic, and professional details.

• Document Upload: Submit scanned copies of required documents, including:

  1. Class 10th and 12th mark sheets and certificates

  2. Graduation mark sheets (all semesters/years)

  3. Entrance exam scorecard (CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT, etc.)

• Application Fee: Pay the non-refundable fee online. The amount varies depending on the submission date, typically between ₹700 and ₹1,800.

• Submission: Finalize and submit the application form, keeping a copy for future reference.

3. Final Selection Procedure

The selection process is profile-based, evaluating candidates holistically through a weighted system. Shortlisted applicants are invited for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI).