Colleges
Colleges
Chandragupt Institute of Management Patna (CIMP) was established as an autonomous institution in 2008 with the active support from the Government of Bihar. Since then, CIMP has been contributing substantially to the academic and development credentials of Bihar while fulfilling the primary role of training students to become professional managers.
National Institutional Ranking Framework’s (NIRF) ranking has added glory to the institute. CIMP is in the rank band 101-125 in management category as per the NIRF India Rankings 2024.
CIMP has a pool of highly qualified and experienced faculty members, most of them being alumni of reputed institutions like IIMs, IITs, IRMA, and XLRI. CIMP’s faculty is engaged in cutting-edge research in the field of management. Faculty members bring their research output and insights to PGP classrooms which enrich classroom discussions.
CIMP offers a two-year full-time Post Graduate Diploma in Management, approved by AICTE, accredited by NBA, and recognised by AIU as equivalent to MBA.
CIMP also offers AICTE approved Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) and Executive Fellow Programme in Management (EFPM), similar curriculum to a doctoral level programme.
CIMP has also started AICTE approval Post Graduate Diploma in Management- Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Venture Development (PGDM-IEV) for those who are aspiring career in Entrepreneurship.
CIMP’s achievements are known to the corporate world. CIMP has been able to place its graduates in various companies of national and international repute. Some of India’s best companies have hired CIMPians. Amul, The TATA group, Colgate-Palmolive, ITC, Asian Paints, Berger Paints, IDBI Bank, Federal Bank, JEEViKA, and ICICI are some of the many trusted names that hire from CIMP.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Establishment Year | 2008 |
| Ownership Type | Private |
| Approved/Accredited by | AICTE, NBA, AIU |
| Rankings | Business Today #158 |
| Courses Offered | MBA/PGDM |
Courses
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Type | MBA/PGDM |
| Program Name | Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) |
| Duration | 24 Month |
| Mode of Study | Full Time |
| Residential/Non-Residential | Residential |
| Seats | 180 |
| Fees | Rs. 7.65 Lakhs |
| Average Salary | Rs. 7.50 Lakhs |
| Approved/Accredited by | AICTE, NBA, AIU |
| Programs Name | Total Fees | Average Salary | Admission Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma Management in Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development (PGDM IEV) | Rs. 6.15 Lakhs | - | Open Apply now |
Admission
CIMP will accept score of Common Admission Test (CAT 2024), Xavier Aptitude Test ( XAT 2025), Common Management Admission Test (CMAT 2025), MAT 2024/2025. Selection of the candidates for admission to the 2025-27 batch will be a three-step process:
Step-1: Shortlisting: CIMP Shortlisting of the candidates will be done on the basis of Test scores (CAT 2024, XAT 2025, CMAT 2025, MAT 2024/2025) and criteria like the previous academic record and relevant work experience. The candidates shall be shortlisted on the basis of the overall rank computed taking into account of all the components
Step-2: Shortlisted candidates would be called to attend Group Discussion (GD) & Personal Interview (PI) in April 2025. Applicants will be informed about the GD/PI schedule through emails/phone.
Step-3: The final merit list would be prepared after considering weighted scores of various components like the Academic record, Test score, Work experience, and Performance in Writing Ability Test, Psychometric test, Group Discussion & Personal Interview.
Admission Offer
Final offer of admission would be declared after close of last date for admission. Candidates will be notified by courier/speed post/registered post/e-mails.
Cut Off
| Exam | Percentile/Score |
|---|---|
| CAT | 50% |
| XAT | 50% |
| CMAT | 70 / 400 |
| MAT | 70 / 600 |
| GMAT | 50 / 800 |
| ATMA | 80 / 180 |
| CUET PG | 80 / 400 |
Rankings
Business Today Rankings
| Year | Business Today |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 158 |
| 2022 | 170 |
Placements
| Year | Average Salary | Median Salary | Highest Salary | Batch Placed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Rs. 7.50 Lakhs | Rs. 0 | Rs. 24.80 Lakhs | 100 % |
| 2023 | Rs. 7.00 Lakhs | Rs. 0 | Rs. 14.00 Lakhs | 100 % |
| 2022 | Rs. 7.00 Lakhs | Rs. 0 | Rs. 14.00 Lakhs | 100 % |
Infrastructure
Shuttle Service
CIMP does not provide shuttle service as it is not required
Convenience Store
CIMP Patna features a convenience store in the campus accessible to all its students, offering a diverse selection of everyday stationery items.
Auditorium
CIMP campus has a 500 seater, centrally air conditioned auditorium.
Library
The state-of-the-art Library Resource Centre (LRC) is a major facilitator of CIMP’s teaching, learning, training, and research activities. The library resource centre is one of the best in the country with e-resources as part of its resource collaboration with Harvard Business School Publishing (HBSP) and DELNET (Developing Library Network New Delhi), INFLIBNET and NDLI.
Hostel
The institute has separate hostel blocks for boys and girls, providing single-room occupancy. Every hostel room has round-the-clock internet connectivity and power supply.
Labs
IBM Business Analytics Lab at CIMP trains the students, faculty, corporate, and Govt. executives in various areas of data and decision sciences. NSE Lab is also available to boost stock market understanding of students.
Cafeteria
CIMP Cafeteria cum Canteen is centrally located in the campus.
A/C Classrooms
CIMP’s academic block has six large AC lecture halls, classrooms, Computer Centre, Language Lab, IBM Business Analytics Lab, Startup Incubation Centre and Library.
Others
CIMP has Open Air Theatre, SBI ATM, Security systems, CCTV, Fire Extinguishers among others.
Wi-Fi Campus
The entire CIMP campus is Wi-Fi enabled.
Sport Complex
CIMP offers outdoor and indoor sports facilities like Badminton courts, Table Tennis, Carrom and Chess boards
Gym
Chandragupt Institute of Management Patna has well equipped Gymnasium facilities which can be accessed by the students, faculty and staff.
Incubator
Startup Incubation Centre (CIMP-Business Incubation and Innovation Foundation) at CIMP has been supported by the Department of Industries, Govt. of Bihar.
Hospital & Medical Facilities
The well equipped dispensary at CIMP functions to provide immediate medical and first aid to all students and staff if the situation arises.
