Post Graduate Programme in Management [PGPM]
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) for the Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM) range between INR 15,00,000 and INR 18,00,000 for the full two-year course. This fee typically encompasses tuition, hostel, and mess charges. Instalment payments are usually due before each term begins, with total fees divided across the program's six terms. Notably, there is an option for financial aid, including merit- and need-based scholarships provided by the institution and the government.
These scholarships often assist students from reserved categories or with special needs. The fee structure is subject to an annual increase of approximately 5- 20%. Students have access to loans through partnerships with banks facilitated by IIM, which help in managing educational expenses. Payment can be made through online options such as net banking or offline methods like demand drafts. Additionally, institutions periodically review the fee structure to balance affordability with maintaining high educational standards.
About Post Graduate Programme in Management [PGPM]
The Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM) at IIM Raipur is the institute’s flagship two-year full-time MBA offered by an Institute of National Importance in Chhattisgarh. Admission is through CAT 2026. The total fee for the programme is INR 21,40,720. The 2025 batch recorded an average CTC of INR 18.83 LPA, with a 100% placement rate across 110 companies.
📋 Admission Status: Applications are currently open. Last date to register for CAT 2026 is 15 September 2026.
IIM Raipur PGPM Fees 2027
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Year 1) | INR 9,41,000 |
| Other Fees (Year 1) | INR 1,77,860 |
| Tuition Fee (Year 2) | INR 9,00,000 |
| Other Fees (Year 2) | INR 1,21,860 |
| Total Programme Fee (2 years) | INR 21,40,720 |
- Residential and hostel costs are included in the other fees component of each year.
- Education loans are available through nationalized banks and the Vidya Lakshmi Portal for eligible students.
IIM Raipur PGPM Admission 2027
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAT 2026 Registration Closes | 15 September 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Admit Card Available | 4 November 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Exam | 29 November 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Result | 24 December 2026 (Tentative) |
| IIM Raipur Shortlist Announcement | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| WAT-PI Rounds | February to March 2027 (Tentative) |
| Final Offers Released | April 2027 (Tentative) |
| Programme Commencement | June 2027 (Tentative) |
- CAT 2026 registration began on 3 August 2026 and is currently open on iimcat.ac.in.
- IIM Raipur issues shortlists after CAT results based on overall CAT percentile and academic profile.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
- Candidates in the final year of their qualifying degree may also apply provisionally.
- Valid CAT 2026 score is mandatory for shortlisting and subsequent rounds of selection.
Admission Process
- Register and appear for CAT 2026 conducted by the IIMs on 29 November 2026.
- Apply separately to IIM Raipur through the official application portal after CAT results.
- Shortlisted candidates are called for Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds.
- Final selection is based on CAT score, WAT-PI performance, academic record, and work experience.
- Offer letters are released to selected candidates, who must accept and pay the fee to confirm admission.
✓ Opt for this if
- You want a residential IIM MBA from an Institute of National Importance.
- You are targeting roles in consulting, BFSI, or marketing post-MBA.
- Your CAT percentile qualifies for top-tier IIM shortlisting.
- You value 100% placement support with pan-India recruiter network access.
✗ Skip if
- You need placement primarily in your home state rather than central India.
- You are targeting only the older IIMs with higher average packages.
- You prefer a part-time or online management programme while working.
IIM Raipur PGPM Placement 2026
| Metric | 2025 Batch |
|---|---|
| Average CTC | INR 18.83 LPA |
| Median CTC | INR 18.40 LPA |
| Highest CTC | INR 33.12 LPA |
| Placement Rate | 100% |
| Batch Strength | 320 students |
| Recruiting Companies | 110+ |
| Top Sectors | IT/ITES (33%), BFSI (27%) |
- Placement data above is for the 2023 to 2025 batch of IIM Raipur PGPM.
IIM Raipur PGPM Scholarships 2027
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| IIM Raipur Merit Scholarship | INR 30,000 to INR 55,000 | Min CGPA 6.5 in programme, family income within INR 2 LPA |
| SC/ST Post Matric Scholarship | As per GoI norms | SC/ST category students meeting GoI income criteria |
| Education Loan (IBA Model Scheme) | As per bank policy | Students needing financial assistance for tuition fees |
- Scholarship applications are processed by IIM Raipur’s student affairs office each academic year.
- Income certificates and supporting documents must be submitted at the time of scholarship application.
As mentioned, IIM Raipur offers admission to PGPM program based on CAT percentile. IIM Raipur CAT Cutoff 2025 percentile is 92 for the General category. Further, CAT cutoff percentile is 92 for OBC , 92 for SC , 92 for ST and 92 for EWS category. Check IIM Raipur Cutoff
IIM Raipur PGPM Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in IIM Raipur PGPM Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the IIM Raipur PGPM program in 2025 was closed at the 92 percentile , whereas in 2024, the closing percentile was 92 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff percentile 2025 | Cutoff percentile 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 92 | 92 |
| OBC | 92 | 74 |
| SC | 92 | 54 |
| ST | 92 | 40 |
| EWS | 92 | 70 |
According to an external review site Ranking 2026, IIM Raipur ranks 25 out of 350 colleges in India and 1st in state Chhattisgarh for its PGPM program.
- 16 out of 275 under India Today Management Ranking 2024.
- 20 out of 179 under The Week Management Ranking 2020.
- 15 out of 125 under NIRF Management Ranking 2025.
- 8 out of 25 under Outlook Management Ranking 2025.
- 13 out of 100 under IIRF Management Ranking 2025.
Read more on IIM Raipur Rankings here
IIM Raipur PGPM FAQs
Ques. What CAT percentile is required for IIM Raipur PGPM admission?
Ans. IIM Raipur shortlists candidates for the PGPM based on overall CAT percentile as one of the primary criteria, along with academic profile and work experience. While the exact cut-off varies each year depending on the applicant pool, IIM Raipur typically shortlists candidates from the higher CAT percentile bands. No category-wise percentile cut-off is published in advance, and final selection depends on performance in WAT and PI rounds as well.
Ques. What is the selection process for IIM Raipur PGPM?
Ans. IIM Raipur’s PGPM selection process involves multiple stages. After CAT results, shortlisted candidates are called for a Written Ability Test (WAT) and a Personal Interview (PI). The final selection is based on a composite score combining CAT percentile, WAT-PI performance, academic record, and relevant work experience. Gender and academic diversity are also considered in the final composite scoring.
Ques. What is the total fee for IIM Raipur PGPM?
Ans. The total programme fee for IIM Raipur PGPM is INR 21,40,720 for two years. This is split into Year 1 at INR 11,18,860 (tuition INR 9,41,000 and other fees INR 1,77,860) and Year 2 at INR 10,21,860 (tuition INR 9,00,000 and other fees INR 1,21,860). Residential and hostel costs are included in the other fees component. Education loans are available through nationalized banks.
Ques. How are placements at IIM Raipur for the PGPM?
Ans. The 2025 batch of IIM Raipur PGPM recorded 100% placement, with an average CTC of INR 18.83 LPA and a median CTC of INR 18.40 LPA. The highest CTC offered was INR 33.12 LPA. Over 110 companies participated, with IT/ITES and BFSI sectors together accounting for 60% of placements. The batch of 320 students was fully placed across sectors including consulting, FMCG, and operations.
Ques. Are scholarships available for IIM Raipur PGPM students?
Ans. Yes, IIM Raipur offers merit scholarships ranging from INR 30,000 to INR 55,000 to students with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 and a family income within INR 2 LPA. SC/ST students can apply for central government Post Matric Scholarships. Education loans under the IBA model scheme are also available through scheduled banks for eligible students who need financial assistance.
Ques. When should I apply for IIM Raipur PGPM 2027 batch?
Ans. The first step is to register for CAT 2026, for which registration is currently open until 15 September 2026 on iimcat.ac.in. The CAT 2026 exam is scheduled for 29 November 2026. After CAT results in December 2026, IIM Raipur is expected to release its shortlist in January 2027, with WAT-PI rounds in February to March 2027 and final offers by April 2027.