Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management [PGDMM]

The Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management (PGDMM) at Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), Aligarh is a 1-year part-time on-campus programme offered through the Centre of Professional Courses (CPC). The course is designed to equip graduates with practical marketing skills covering consumer behaviour, brand management, digital marketing, sales management, and market research. With a seat intake of 35 and a total fee of Rs. 21,000, it is one of the most affordable professional diploma programmes in marketing available at a central university. Admission is based on AMU's own Departmental Test (MMPPA), making it accessible to graduates from any discipline. The programme is particularly popular among working professionals and fresh graduates in the Aligarh region who wish to build a career in marketing without disrupting their existing commitments.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are currently ongoing. The application window opened on 01 February 2026 and the last date to apply without late fee was 05 April 2026. Applications with a late fee of Rs. 300 were accepted until 12 April 2026. The Departmental Test for this session has been scheduled by AMU; candidates are advised to check the official website www.amucontrollerexams.com for the exact test date and admit card download schedule. Batch commencement is expected in July-August 2026, in line with AMU's academic calendar.

Key Points

• Offered by the Centre of Professional Courses (CPC), AMU, which was established in 1972 with a focus on job-oriented and industry-relevant education.
• The programme is part-time and conducted in evening hours, making it suitable for working professionals and those pursuing other commitments simultaneously.
• Hostel accommodation is NOT provided to students admitted to CPC/Part-Time courses as per AMU's residential policy.
• Candidates admitted to this course are not required to take any national-level entrance exam; admission is solely through AMU's own Departmental Test.
• The course is offered exclusively on the AMU main campus in Aligarh; it is not available at AMU's off-campus centres (Malappuram, Murshidabad, Kishanganj).

AMU PGDMM Fees

Fee Structure

• The total course fee of Rs. 21,000 is payable at the time of admission for the full 1-year programme.
• The application/processing fee of Rs. 750 is non-refundable and is paid at the time of form submission.
• Fee refund is governed by AMU's Refund of Fee rules as notified in the Guide to Admissions 2026-27.
• Candidates who cancel admission may be eligible for a partial refund depending on the timing of cancellation.
• No hostel fee is applicable as hostel accommodation is not provided to students of CPC/Part-Time courses.
• No EMI or instalment facility has been officially notified for this programme.

AMU PGDMM Admission 2026

AMU PGDMM Admission Dates 2026-27

• No national-level entrance exam (such as CAT, MAT, CMAT, etc.) is required for admission to PGDMM at AMU.
• Admission is based solely on AMU's own Departmental Test conducted at Aligarh.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree (in any discipline) from a recognised university.
• Candidates must secure at least 20% marks in the AMU Departmental Test (MMPPA) to be eligible for admission.
• Candidates who have already been admitted to the same course in a previous year are not eligible to apply again.

Admission Process

• Apply online at www.amucontrollerexams.com and pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 750.
• Download the Admit Card from the Controller's website before the Departmental Test date.
• Appear in the AMU Departmental Test (MMPPA) conducted at Aligarh.
• Merit list is published on the Controller's website; shortlisted candidates must report for counselling/admission as per the notified schedule.
• Submit original documents (mark sheets, migration certificate, character certificate) at the time of physical reporting.
• Complete fee payment to confirm admission; closing date for all admissions is 31 August 2026.

AMU PGDMM Scholarships 2026

Available Scholarships

• Students are advised to apply for government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in) within the prescribed deadlines, typically in October-November each year.
• Scholarship eligibility and amounts are subject to change; candidates should verify current rates and conditions from the respective issuing authority.
• AMU's internal scholarship details are notified separately; students should contact the Scholarship Section of AMU for updated information.

According to an external review site Ranking 2025, AMU ranks 159 out of 372 colleges in India for its PG Diploma Marketing Management program.

• 132 out of 272 under India Today Management Ranking 2023.
• 69 out of 125 under NIRF Management Ranking 2025.
• 30 out of 100 under IIRF Management Ranking 2025.

Read more on AMU Rankings here

AMU PGDMM FAQs

Ques. Is the PGDMM at AMU a full-time or part-time course, and what are the class timings?

Ans. The PGDMM at AMU is a part-time, on-campus programme offered through the Centre of Professional Courses (CPC). Classes are typically held in the evening hours on the AMU main campus in Aligarh, making it convenient for working professionals and students who may have daytime commitments. The exact class schedule is communicated after admission. Since it is a part-time course, students are not entitled to hostel accommodation as per AMU's residential policy.

Ques. What is the selection process for PGDMM at AMU? Is CAT or any national exam required?

Ans. No national-level entrance exam such as CAT, MAT, or CMAT is required for admission to PGDMM at AMU. Selection is based entirely on AMU's own Departmental Test (course code: MMPPA), which is conducted at Aligarh. Candidates must score at least 20% marks in this test to be eligible for admission. The test is objective in nature and covers topics related to general management, marketing, and aptitude. The merit list is prepared based on test performance.

Ques. The total fee shown is Rs. 21,000 for 2026. Why is it significantly higher than what was mentioned for 2025 (Rs. 14,288)?

Ans. AMU revised its fee structure for the 2026-27 session, and the total fee for PGDMM increased from Rs. 14,288 (2025) to Rs. 21,000 (2026), an increase of approximately Rs. 6,712. This revision was officially announced in February 2026 along with the release of the AMU fee structure for 2026. The fee of Rs. 21,000 is the total course fee for the entire 1-year programme and is payable at the time of admission. Candidates should note that the application/processing fee of Rs. 750 is additional and non-refundable.

Ques. Can a student from a non-commerce or non-management background apply for PGDMM at AMU?

Ans. Yes, the PGDMM at AMU is open to graduates from any discipline. There is no restriction on the stream of the qualifying degree. Whether you have a background in science, arts, commerce, or engineering, you are eligible to apply as long as you hold a Bachelor's degree from a recognised university and qualify the AMU Departmental Test. This makes the programme accessible to a wide range of candidates looking to transition into or strengthen their marketing career.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for PGDMM students at AMU?

Ans. No. As per AMU's official residential policy stated in the Guide to Admissions 2026-27, candidates admitted to Evening/Part-Time courses and courses running under the Centre of Professional Courses (CPC) are NOT provided hostel accommodation. Students are expected to make their own arrangements for accommodation in or around Aligarh. This is an important factor to consider, especially for outstation candidates planning to pursue this programme.

Ques. What career opportunities are available after completing PGDMM from AMU?

Ans. The PGDMM from AMU's Centre of Professional Courses equips students with practical knowledge in marketing strategy, consumer behaviour, digital marketing, brand management, and sales. Graduates can pursue roles such as Marketing Executive, Brand Associate, Sales Manager, Market Research Analyst, Digital Marketing Specialist, and Business Development Executive across industries including FMCG, retail, e-commerce, banking, and media. The CPC has a dedicated placement cell that assists students in finding employment. While placement data exclusive to PGDMM is not separately published, the broader AMU management programmes have reported a median package of around Rs. 6.3 lakhs (2024 data for AMU management programmes overall).