Post Graduate Diploma in Management [PGDM]
About Post Graduate Diploma in Management [PGDM]
The Great Lakes Institute of Management Gurgaon offers a 2-year part-time Post Graduate Diploma in Management for working professionals. Delivered in a flexible online format, the programme allows candidates to continue their careers while earning a management credential. Total fees are INR 37,00,000. Admission is based on CAT, XAT, GMAT, or NMAT scores. GLIM Gurgaon is ranked 50 by NIRF 2025 in the Management category.
📋 Admission Status: Applications for the 2027 to 29 batch are not yet announced on the official GLIM website.
Key Points
- 2-year part-time format allows candidates to combine full-time employment with studies
- NMAT scores accepted in addition to CAT, XAT, and GMAT for part-time PGDM admission
- Designed for professionals seeking a management credential without a career break
GLIM Gurgaon PGDM Part Time Fees 2027
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Programme Fee (2-year part-time total) | INR 37,00,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 37,00,000 |
- Fee covers the complete 2-year part-time PGDM programme delivered online.
- Application fee of INR 2,200 is payable separately at the time of form submission.
GLIM Gurgaon PGDM Part Time Admission 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAT 2026 Registration Closes | 15 September 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Admit Card | 04 November 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Exam | 29 November 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Result | 24 December 2026 |
| XAT 2027 Registration Closes | 06 December 2026 |
| XAT 2027 Exam | 03 January 2027 |
| NMAT 2026 Registration Closes | 10 October 2026 |
| NMAT 2026 Exam | 05 November to 19 December 2026 |
- GMAT scores are also accepted for PGDM Part Time 2027 to 29 admission.
- GLIM PGDM Part Time 2027 to 29 application rounds and deadlines will be notified on the official website.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in any discipline
- At least 3 years of full-time work experience at the time of application
- Valid score in CAT 2025 or 2026, XAT 2026 or 2027, GMAT, or NMAT 2025 or 2026 required
Admission Process
- Register and submit the GLIM PGDM Part Time online application form on the official Great Lakes website
- Upload bachelor’s degree mark sheets, work experience documents, and entrance exam score report
- Pay the application fee of INR 2,200 online at the time of form submission
- Shortlisted candidates appear in an AI-proctored video interview conducted remotely
- Attend a Personal Interview conducted online to assess professional background and programme fit
- Receive the offer letter and complete fee payment to secure the seat
✓ Opt for this if
- Have 3 or more years of work experience and cannot take a career break
- Prefer a flexible online delivery format to study alongside employment
- Seeking a GLIM management credential without relocating to the Gurgaon campus
- Want to apply CAT, XAT, GMAT, or NMAT scores for a premium management programme
✗ Skip if
- Fresher or have less than 3 years of work experience
- Prefer a full-time residential campus MBA with on-campus placements
- Looking for a lower total fee management diploma programme
- Need structured in-person classroom interaction and campus networking events
GLIM Gurgaon PGDM Part Time Scholarships 2027
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Merit Scholarship | Up to 20% fee waiver | Offered to shortlisted candidates based on entrance exam score and overall profile |
| Diversity Scholarship | Up to 20% fee waiver | Available for women candidates and candidates from underrepresented backgrounds |
- Scholarship amounts and eligibility are confirmed at the time of the offer letter.
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, GLIM Gurgaon ranks 87 out of 372 colleges in India for its PGDM program.
- 50 out of 125 under NIRF Management Ranking 2025.
Read more on GLIM Gurgaon Rankings here
GLIM Gurgaon PGDM Part Time FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for PGDM Part Time at GLIM Gurgaon?
Ans. The total fee for the 2-year part-time PGDM at GLIM Gurgaon is INR 37,00,000 for the complete programme duration. An application fee of INR 2,200 is charged separately at the time of form submission. Unlike the full-time PGDM, there are no mandatory hostel or residential charges as the programme is delivered online in a flexible format for working professionals. Candidates should verify the current fee structure directly with GLIM Gurgaon admissions.
Ques. Who is eligible for PGDM Part Time at GLIM Gurgaon?
Ans. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in any discipline and have at least 3 years of full-time work experience. A valid score in CAT 2025 or 2026, XAT 2026 or 2027, GMAT, or NMAT 2025 or 2026 is required. The programme is designed for working professionals who cannot pursue a full-time residential management programme due to professional commitments. Freshers are not eligible for the part-time PGDM format.
Ques. How is the admission process for PGDM Part Time at GLIM Gurgaon?
Ans. Candidates apply online through the official Great Lakes Gurgaon website by submitting the PGDM Part Time application form with academic and work experience documents and paying the INR 2,200 application fee. Shortlisted candidates appear in an AI-proctored video interview followed by a Personal Interview conducted online. Final selection considers the entrance exam score, academic record, work experience profile, and interview performance. An offer letter is issued and the seat is confirmed on payment of the programme fee.
Ques. What entrance exams are accepted for PGDM Part Time at GLIM Gurgaon?
Ans. GLIM Gurgaon PGDM Part Time accepts CAT 2025 or 2026, XAT 2026 or 2027, GMAT, and NMAT 2025 or 2026 scores. This makes it more flexible in exam acceptance than the full-time PGDM, which does not accept NMAT. Candidates with strong professional experience and moderate entrance exam scores may still be considered, as the selection process evaluates overall profile fit. Application rounds for the 2027 to 29 batch will be notified on the official website.
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of GLIM Gurgaon and is the PGDM approved by AICTE?
Ans. GLIM Gurgaon is ranked 50 by NIRF 2025 in the Management category and is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation. Candidates are advised to verify the current AICTE approval status of the part-time PGDM programme directly with the institute, as approval status can vary by programme variant. The full-time PGDM and PGPM programmes at GLIM Gurgaon are well-established flagship offerings with consistent NIRF recognition.