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Chandragupt Institute of Management (CIMP) Patna

Chandragupt Institute of Management (CIMP) Patna

Patna, Bihar | Established in 2008 | Approved/Accredited by AICTE, NBA, AIU | Government | Business Today Rank: #158 MBAUniverse.com Grade: AA

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Last Updated on January 10, 2025 by Prof. SK Agarwal
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Chandragupt Institute of Management (CIMP) Patna Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Program Highlight

CIMP offers a two-year full-time Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), approved by AICTE, accredited by NBA, and recognised by AIU as equivalent to MBA.  The residential two-year full-time Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) prepare students for the corporate sector. The programme is designed to enhance the problem solving and decision-making capabilities of the participants. The programme intends to create managers with socially desirable values.

PGDM programme at CIMP offers a pool of specializations in the second year in various functional areas of management such as marketing, finance, human resources, operations, and information technology (IT). A student can distribute his/her choice of electives across one or more of the functional areas, subject to completion of the minimum number of credits required for the award of PGDM.

ParticularsDetails
Program TypeMBA/PGDM
Program NamePost Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
Residential/Non-ResidentialResidential
Specialization OfferedMarketing, Finance, Human Resource, MBA Specializations
Duration24 Month
Mode of StudyFull Time
Seats180
FeesRs. 7.65 Lakhs
Average SalaryRs. 7.50 Lakhs
Approved/Accredited byAICTE, NBA, AIU
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Chandragupt Institute of Management (CIMP) Patna Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

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PublisherRank YearRank
Business Today2023#158
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Chandragupt Institute of Management (CIMP) Patna Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Curriculum Highlights

PGDM Curriculum and Courses at CIMP are developed by committees consisting of reputed academicians from premier institutes like IITs and IIMs, and teaching materials used in the courses are sourced from Harvard Business School, IIM Ahmedabad, and other leading national and international B-Schools. 

During the first year of the PGDM programme, students learn basic concepts in the areas of Business Communication, Finance & Accounting, Marketing, Systems, Organizational Behaviour, Human Resource Management, and Operations & Quantitative Techniques. These core courses help the students to build a sound foundation in various functional areas.

PGDM programme at CIMP offers a pool of specializations in the second year in various functional areas of management such as marketing, finance, human resources, operations, and information technology (IT). A student can distribute his/her choice of electives across one or more of the functional areas, subject to completion of the minimum number of credits required for the award of PGDM.

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Chandragupt Institute of Management (CIMP) Patna Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Eligibility Criteria

CIMP Patna Eligibility criteria for admission to two-year full-time residential AICTE approved, NBA Accredited, and AIU recognised PGDM programme for the batch 2025-27 is detailed below:

  • The candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA [45% in case of the candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Differently Abled (DA*) categories], from any of the recognized Universities 
  • Candidates appearing for the final year of Bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification examination and those who have completed degree requirements and are awaiting results can also apply. 
  • If selected, such candidates will be allowed to join the programme provisionally, only if he/she submits a certificate latest by June 30, 2025 from the Principal/Registrar of his/her College/Institute (issued on or before June 30, 2025) stating that the candidate has completed all the formalities/requirements for obtaining the bachelor's degree/equivalent qualification on the date of the issue of certificate. 
  • Prospective candidates must maintain a valid email account and consistent phone number throughout the selection process. 
  • Candidates who have appeared or appearing in CAT 2024, XAT 2025, CMAT 2025, MAT 2024/2025 can apply for admission irrespective of the fact whether the result of the exam is declared or is yet to be declared. 
Eligibility
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Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a University/ Institution recognized UGC or equivalent bodies with a minimum score of 50% 
Exam Accepted
CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/GMAT
Work Experience
Not mandatory
EligibilityDetails
Education RequirementsBachelor's Degree, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA
Exam AcceptedCAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, GMAT, ATMA, CUET PG
Work Experience-
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Chandragupt Institute of Management (CIMP) Patna Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Seats

Total Number of Seats: 180
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Chandragupt Institute of Management (CIMP) Patna Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Fees

 Fees ComponentAmount
Tuition FeeRs. 7.65 Lakhs
Total FeesRs. 7.65 Lakhs
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Chandragupt Institute of Management (CIMP) Patna Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Admission Process

Application Status: Open Apply Now

CIMP Patna Admission 2025 is open. Apply Now.
CIMP Patna PGDM Admission 2025  is through various MBA entrance exam scores. CIMP Patna Admission Process has following steps:
Step-1: Apply & Appear in acceptable MBA entrance exam and Apply Separately for CIMP Patna Admission  
Step-2: Shortlist: Candidates will be shortlisted based upon MBA entrance exam score and other parameters  
Step-3:  PI Round: Shortlisted candidates will be called for GD-PI round  
Step-4: Final Selection: Final selection of the candidates will be based on MBA entrance exam score, Group Discussion, Personal Interview, consistent academic record, work experience and other parameters 

CIMP Patna Admission 2025 Important Dates are as below:

  • CIMP Patna Last Date to Apply: January 31, 2025
  • XIME Chennai GD-PI dates: To be Announced
  • Final Result Date for Admission 2025: To be Announced
  • Session Commencement: July 2025 

Shortlisting Criteria
CIMP Patna shortlisting Criteria for GD PI Process is based on entrance exam score and profile. Key parameters to be used by CIMP Patna in shortlisting criteria include:

  • CIMP Patna will shortlist the applicants based on their best available test scores in CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/ATMA/GMAT
  • CIMP Patna will consider aggregate scores of MBA entrance exams 
  • Applicants may submit more than one entrance test score. CIMP Patna will consider the best test score for shortlisting 
  • The candidates shall be shortlisted on the basis of the overall rank computed taking into account of all the components 
  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the GD-PI date by email and SMS

Exam Accepted

CAT
XAT
CMAT
MAT
GMAT
ATMA
CUET PG

How to Apply

Chandragupt Institute of Management Patna Applications for PGDM Admission 2025 are open. Apply Now. The step by step process to apply online for CIMP Patna Admission 2025 is given below:

  • Cost of an Application Form is Rs. 1000/- (Rs. 500/- for Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), and Differently Abled (DA) candidates. 
  • Applicants can apply online on institute website Apply Now.
  • Alternatively, application form and admission brochure can be obtained from the Institute or downloaded from website
  • Candidate should carefully fill in the details in the application form
  • Candidates may submit the Application Form Online or at the CIMP counter by hand or send the Application Form by post along with payment of the application fee.

Selection Process

CIMP Patna final selection process has following components based on which successful candidates will given admission offers:

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.

Final selection process comprises Group Discussion, Personal Interview and any other component like Psychometric test, Written Ability Test or others. 

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, SEAG (Sports, Extra Curricular, Academic Diversity & Gender Diversity) among others. 

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. 

ParameterWeightage
Entrance Exam Score35%
Academic Performance15%
Personal Interview (PI)20%
Academic Diversity3%
Gender Diversity3%
Work Experience5%
Writing Ability Test (WAT)20%
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Chandragupt Institute of Management (CIMP) Patna Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

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YearAverage SalaryMedian SalaryHighest SalaryBatch Placed
2022Rs. 7.00 LakhsRs. 0Rs. 14.00 Lakhs100%
2023Rs. 7.00 LakhsRs. 0Rs. 14.00 Lakhs100%
2024Rs. 7.50 LakhsRs. 0Rs. 24.80 Lakhs100%

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Exam Accepted and Cut offs

ExamPercentile | Score/Maximum Score
CAT70%
XAT70%
CMAT75%
MAT75%
GMAT70/800
ATMA75%
CUET PG0
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