Post Graduate Program in Management (Human Resources)
Accepted entrance exams
Fees
Fees at the Indian Institute of Management for the Post Graduate Program in Management (Human Resources) are approximately INR 18.3 lakh for the two-year duration. This comprehensive amount covers tuition fees, hostel fees, a mess deposit for the first year, caution money estimated around INR 50,000, and medical insurance premiums.
In the second year, participants have the option to opt out of the mess service. The fee structure is typically divided into six payments, aligning with the beginning of each term, and payments are processed smoothly online. Financial assistance is accessible through various scholarships based on need and academic excellence, along with readily available education loans facilitated by the on-campus State Bank of India branch.
About Post Graduate Program in Management (Human Resources)
IIM Indore’s Post Graduate Programme in Management Human Resources (PGP-HRM) is a two-year full-time residential MBA specializing in HR management, talent acquisition, and organizational behaviour. Candidates who register for CAT 2026 and apply for the PGP at IIM Indore are automatically considered for PGP-HRM with no separate application. Total programme fee is INR 21,85,800. IIM Indore holds NIRF Rank 8 in Management (2025).
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open January 2027 (Tentative) after CAT 2026 results.
Key Points
- Dedicated HR curriculum covering employment law, OB, talent management, and industrial relations
- Small cohort of 32 students with dedicated HR-specific campus placement process
- Core PGP courses taught alongside the main PGP batch for broader management exposure
IIM Indore PGP-HRM Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Year 1 (Tuition and Other Charges) | INR 11,39,000 |
| Year 2 (Tuition and Other Charges) | INR 10,46,800 |
| Total Fees (2 Years) | INR 21,85,800 |
- Year 1 fee is higher due to one-time admission and joining charges.
- Hostel and mess charges are mandatory for this residential programme and are billed separately.
- Education loans from partner banks are available for enrolled students.
IIM Indore PGP-HRM Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| CAT 2026 Registration Opens | August 3, 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Registration Closes | September 15, 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Admit Card Release | November 4, 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Exam | November 29, 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Result Declaration | December 24, 2026 (Tentative) |
| IIM Indore PGP-HRM Registration Opens | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| WAT and Personal Interview | February to March 2027 (Tentative) |
| Offer Letters | April to May 2027 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | June 2027 (Tentative) |
- No separate application is required for PGP-HRM as PGP applicants are automatically considered.
- IIM Indore uses CAT-based shortlisting with a cutoff of 90 percentile for the General category.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Graduation in any discipline with valid CAT 2026 score from a recognized university
- No minimum work experience required. Work experience is evaluated as a plus during WAT-PI
- CAT 2026 minimum cutoff is 90 percentile for General category (with relaxations for reserved categories)
Admission Process
- Register for CAT 2026 on the NTA portal and select IIM Indore PGP during registration
- Candidates are automatically considered for PGP-HRM through the same application
- Shortlisting for WAT-PI based on CAT 2026 score and academic profile
- Appear for Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) at designated venues
- Final merit list considers CAT score, academic record, WAT-PI performance, and diversity criteria
✓ Opt for this if
- Targeting a career in HR management, talent acquisition, or organizational development
- Want an IIM MBA credential with HR specialization from a NIRF Rank 8 institution
- Comfortable with a small cohort of 32 for intensive peer learning
- CAT percentile is 90 or above and background suits HR roles
✗ Skip if
- Targeting roles in finance, consulting, or marketing rather than HR
- Prefer a large MBA cohort with multiple elective tracks and placement diversity
- CAT percentile does not meet the 90 percentile minimum for General category
IIM Indore PGP-HRM Placement 2026
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Package (PGP-HRM, 2025 batch) | INR 25 LPA |
| Median Package (2025 batch) | INR 24 LPA |
| Highest Package (2025 batch) | INR 40 LPA |
| Top 25% Package (2025 batch) | INR 30 LPA |
| Batch Size | 32 students |
| Top Roles | Management Trainee HR, HRBP, Executive HR, Project Manager |
- PGP-HRM placements are conducted separately from the main PGP batch, with HR-focused recruiters.
- 30 recruiters participated in PGP-HRM placements in the 2025 season.
IIM Indore PGP-HRM Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| IIM Indore Merit Scholarship | Based on academic performance | Top-performing students in each trimester |
| Need-Based Financial Assistance (NBFA) | Based on individual need | Students with demonstrated financial need and merit |
| SC/ST Category Support | Partial fee support | SC/ST students with limited family income |
| Aditya Birla Group Scholarship | Varies | Meritorious candidates across IIM programmes |
- PGP-HRM students are eligible for the same scholarships as the main PGP batch at IIM Indore.
- Education loans from partner banks can be arranged through the IIM Indore financial aid office.
As mentioned, IIM Indore offers admission to PGPM Human Resources program based on CAT percentile. IIM Indore CAT Cutoff 2025 percentile is 90 for the General category. Further, CAT cutoff percentile is 80 for OBC , 60 for SC , 45 for ST and 90 for EWS category. Check IIM Indore Cutoff
IIM Indore PGPM Human Resources Cutoff Year-wise Trends
The section below shows year-wise trends in IIM Indore PGPM Human Resources Cutoff. According to year-wise trends, admission to the IIM Indore PGPM Human Resources program in 2025 was closed at the 90 percentile , whereas in 2024, the closing percentile was 90 across all categories.
| Catgories | Cutoff percentile 2025 | Cutoff percentile 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| General | 90 | 90 |
| OBC | 80 | 80 |
| SC | 60 | 60 |
| ST | 45 | 45 |
| EWS | 90 | 90 |
| PwD | 45 | 45 |
According to an external review site Ranking 2025, IIM Indore ranks 13 out of 372 colleges in India and 1st in state Madhya Pradesh for its PGPM Human Resources program.
- 5 out of 275 under India Today Management Ranking 2024.
- 69 out of 100 under Financial Times Management Ranking 2025.
- 4 out of 235 under The Week Management Ranking 2024.
- 8 out of 125 under NIRF Management Ranking 2025.
- 5 out of 25 under Outlook Management Ranking 2026.
Read more on IIM Indore Rankings here
IIM Indore PGP-HRM FAQs
Ques. Is there a separate application for PGP-HRM at IIM Indore?
Ans. No, there is no separate application for PGP-HRM at IIM Indore. Candidates who register for CAT 2026 and select IIM Indore’s PGP programme are automatically considered for PGP-HRM as well. The shortlisting, WAT, and PI processes are conducted jointly. Final allocation to PGP-HRM vs PGP is done based on candidate preference, CAT score, and interview performance during the merit list preparation.
Ques. What is the curriculum focus of IIM Indore PGP-HRM?
Ans. The PGP-HRM curriculum at IIM Indore combines core management courses (shared with the main PGP batch) with HR-specific electives in Years 1 and 2. Specialized subjects include Employment Law, Talent Management, Organizational Behaviour, Industrial Relations, Compensation Management, Leadership Development, and HR Analytics. The programme prepares students for people management, talent acquisition, and HR strategy roles in organizations across sectors.
Ques. What placements does IIM Indore PGP-HRM offer?
Ans. The 2025 PGP-HRM batch of 32 students achieved an average package of INR 25 LPA, median of INR 24 LPA, and highest of INR 40 LPA. Top 25% of the batch received packages above INR 30 LPA. Key roles offered include Management Trainee HR, HRBP, Executive HR, and Project Manager. 30 specialized HR recruiters participated in the placement process.
Ques. What is the batch size for IIM Indore PGP-HRM?
Ans. The PGP-HRM programme at IIM Indore has a small cohort of 32 students per batch. This cohort size enables more focused faculty interaction, a tighter peer network, and dedicated HR-sector placement attention. Students in the PGP-HRM cohort also interact with the larger PGP batch during shared core courses, giving them access to a broader IIM Indore network.
Ques. What CAT percentile is required for IIM Indore PGP-HRM?
Ans. IIM Indore uses a CAT cutoff of 90 percentile for the General category for both PGP and PGP-HRM shortlisting. OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, and ST categories have proportional relaxations. Since the PGP-HRM application is automatic for PGP applicants, the same CAT 2026 score is considered for both programmes. Shortlisting additionally factors in the academic profile, work experience (if any), and gender diversity.
Ques. How is PGP-HRM different from the regular PGP at IIM Indore?
Ans. PGP-HRM is a specialist two-year MBA with a dedicated HR focus, while the regular PGP is a general management MBA with multiple elective tracks. PGP-HRM has a smaller cohort of 32 students and HR-specific placements targeting roles in people management, talent acquisition, and organizational development. Regular PGP students access a wider range of elective domains including finance, marketing, and operations alongside HR.