Post Graduate Diploma in Chemical Technology Management

The Post Graduate Diploma in Chemical Technology Management (PGD-CTM) at the Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT), Mumbai is a unique 1.5-year part-time programme conducted on Saturdays and Sundays, designed to bridge the gap between technical expertise and business management skills. Offered by a NAAC A++ accredited, Category I Deemed University, the programme is run with the assistance of the UDCT Alumni Association and is taught by highly accomplished faculty from industry and academia. With 30 seats across three candidate categories, the programme covers Chemical Technology Management, Product/Process Design and Development, Finance Management, Marketing, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), Communication, HRD, Project Management, and Team and Organization Management. The total programme fee is Rs. 40,000. The course commences in January every year, with admissions typically opening in October. It is specifically designed for Ph.D. scholars and industry professionals to develop entrepreneurship skills and managerial acumen.

Although listed as "Full Time" in the course catalogue, the PGD-CTM is officially a part-time weekend programme (conducted on Saturdays and Sundays) as confirmed by the ICT Mumbai official Admission Handbook 2026-27. Admissions for the January 2026 batch are currently in progress; the next batch (January 2027) admissions are expected to open in October 2026.

Key Points

• One of the very few management programmes in India specifically designed for Ph.D. scholars and industry professionals in the chemical technology sector.
• Conducted entirely on weekends (Saturdays and Sundays), making it accessible to working professionals and full-time research scholars without disrupting their primary commitments.
• The programme spans 4 semesters over 1.5 years; the fourth semester is entirely devoted to a project.
• Taught by highly experienced faculty from industry, including alumni from Hindustan Unilever, Castrol India, BASF India, Nicholas Piramal, and NCL Pune.
• Case studies are an integral part of the learning methodology, providing real-world business context.
• The programme is run with the assistance of the UDCT Alumni Association, providing strong networking opportunities with ICT's extensive alumni network.
• Admission is based on written test and interview with equal weightage - no GATE or other national entrance exam required.
• 10 seats are reserved for ICT Ph.D. scholars, 10 for Ph.D. scholars from other universities, and 10 for industry professionals with 3+ years of post-PG experience.

ICT PGD-CTM Fees

Fee Structure - PGD-CTM (Total Programme)

• The total fee of Rs. 40,000 covers the entire 1.5-year programme (4 semesters.
• Fees once paid shall not be refunded, as per the official ICT Admission Handbook.
• There is no hostel facility specifically for PGDCTM students, as this is a weekend programme.
• Application fee: Rs. 2,000 (Open Category) / Rs. 1,000 (Reserved Category - Maharashtra domicile only). This fee is non-refundable.
• Industry-sponsored candidates are responsible for their own fees; no fellowship is available for this programme.

ICT PGD-CTM Admission 2027

PGD-CTM Admission Dates (January 2027 Batch - Tentative)

• The PGD-CTM follows an annual admission cycle with classes commencing every January.
• Admissions for the January 2026 batch have already been conducted.
• The next batch (January 2027) admissions are expected to open in October 2026.
• Candidates are advised to monitor the official ICT website (www.ictmumbai.edu.in) for the exact schedule.

Seat Distribution

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Type 1 and Type 2: Must be registered for Ph.D. (Tech.) or Ph.D. (Sci.) at ICT Mumbai or any other reputed university/institute, and must have completed at least 1 year of the Ph.D. programme.
• Type 3: Must be working in industry for not less than 3 years and must hold a Master's degree in Chemical Technology, Chemical Engineering, Science, Pharmacy, Mathematics, or any equivalent course.
• All candidates must appear for the written entrance examination and personal interview conducted by ICT.

• If candidates from a particular type are not available, seats may be transferred to other candidate types based on merit.

Admission Process

• Apply online through the ICT Mumbai admission portal (https://ictmumbaiadm.samarth.edu.in/) when applications open (typically October each year).
• Appear for the written entrance examination conducted by ICT.
• Shortlisted candidates are called for a personal interview.
• Final selection is based on equal weightage of written test and interview scores.
• Admission is confirmed upon payment of the programme fee.
• Classes are conducted on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the 1.5-year programme.

ICT PGD-CTM Scholarships 2027

No specific scholarships or fellowships are available for the PGD-CTM programme. The programme fee of Rs. 40,000 is to be borne by the candidate or their sponsoring industry.

• Ph.D. scholars who are already receiving CSIR-JRF/SRF, AICTE ADF, or other doctoral fellowships may use their contingency grants (if permitted by their funding agency) towards the programme fee.
• Industry-sponsored candidates may have their fees reimbursed by their employer, depending on company policy.
• MahaDBT scholarships are not applicable to this diploma programme.

According to an external review site Ranking 2025, ICT Mumbai ranks 124 out of 500 colleges in India and 9 in state Maharashtra for its PG Diploma Chemical Technology Management program.

• 41 out of 300 under NIRF Engineering Ranking 2025.
• 13 out of 160 under IIRF Engineering Ranking 2025.
• 401-500 out of 800 under Times Higher Education Engineering Ranking 2020.

Read more on ICT Mumbai Rankings here

ICT PGD-CTM FAQs

Ques. What is the PGD-CTM at ICT Mumbai, and why is it relevant for Ph.D. scholars in chemical technology?

Ans. The Post Graduate Diploma in Chemical Technology Management (PGD-CTM) is a 1.5-year weekend programme at ICT Mumbai specifically designed to equip Ph.D. scholars and industry professionals with business management and entrepreneurship skills. The programme was started with the recognition that Ph.D. graduates in chemical technology often have deep technical expertise but limited exposure to business, finance, marketing, and management - skills that are critical for converting research innovations into commercial success. The curriculum covers Technology Management, Product/Process Design and Development, Finance and Project Finance, Marketing, IPR, Communication, HRD, Project Management, and Team and Organization Management. The fourth semester is entirely devoted to a project, giving participants hands-on experience in applying management concepts to real-world chemical technology scenarios.

Ques. Can I pursue the PGD-CTM while simultaneously doing my Ph.D. at ICT Mumbai or another university?

Ans. Yes, the PGD-CTM is specifically designed to be pursued alongside a Ph.D. programme. Since classes are conducted only on Saturdays and Sundays, it does not interfere with regular Ph.D. research work during weekdays. In fact, 20 of the 30 seats are reserved for Ph.D. scholars - 10 for ICT Mumbai Ph.D. students and 10 for Ph.D. scholars from other reputed universities. The only requirement is that you must have completed at least 1 year of your Ph.D. programme before applying. This ensures that participants have sufficient research experience to benefit from and contribute to the management discussions and case studies in the programme.

Ques. Who teaches the PGD-CTM at ICT Mumbai, and what is the quality of faculty?

Ans. The PGD-CTM is taught by highly accomplished faculty from both industry and academia, run with the assistance of the UDCT Alumni Association. Past faculty have included Dr. A.T. Kaji (Former Head of HR, Hindustan Unilever), Dr. A.L. Ravimohan (Castrol India, Adjunct Professor ICT), Mr. K.P. Chaudhari (Chartered Accountant), Dr. S.A. Nadgouda (Formerly BASF India), Dr. M.G. Kulkarni (Former NCL Pune), and Mrs. Vijaya Shetty (Nicholas India Piramal). This industry-heavy faculty composition ensures that the curriculum is grounded in real-world business practices rather than purely theoretical management concepts, making it highly relevant for chemical technology professionals.

Ques. What are the career benefits of completing the PGD-CTM from ICT Mumbai?

Ans. The PGD-CTM adds significant value to the profiles of Ph.D. scholars and industry professionals by providing formal management credentials from a premier institution. Key benefits include: enhanced ability to manage R&D projects and teams in industry; better understanding of technology commercialisation, licensing, and IPR; improved communication and leadership skills; exposure to finance, marketing, and business strategy relevant to the chemical industry; and networking with ICT's extensive alumni network across the chemical, pharmaceutical, and FMCG sectors. For Ph.D. scholars planning to move into industry R&D management roles or start their own ventures, the PGD-CTM provides a strong foundation. For industry professionals, it offers a structured management education from a premier technical institution without requiring a full-time MBA.

Ques. Is the PGD-CTM equivalent to an MBA, and is it recognised by AICTE/UGC?

Ans. The PGD-CTM is a Post Graduate Diploma programme offered by ICT Mumbai, a UGC-recognised Deemed University. It is not equivalent to an MBA degree, but it is a recognised postgraduate diploma from a Category I Deemed University. The programme is specifically tailored for the chemical technology sector and is not a general management programme. It does not require GMAT or CAT scores for admission. While it may not carry the same brand recognition as an MBA from a top business school, it is highly valued within the chemical, pharmaceutical, and FMCG industries due to ICT Mumbai's strong reputation and the industry-experienced faculty who teach the programme.

Ques. What is the admission process for industry professionals (Type 3 candidates) for the PGD-CTM?

Ans. Industry professionals can apply for the PGD-CTM under Type 3 candidature if they have at least 3 years of work experience after their Master's degree in Chemical Technology, Chemical Engineering, Science, Pharmacy, Mathematics, or an equivalent field. They must apply online through the ICT admission portal when applications open (typically in October), appear for the written entrance examination, and attend a personal interview. Selection is based on equal weightage of the written test and interview. There is no requirement for a Ph.D. registration or GATE score for Type 3 candidates. The programme fee of Rs. 40,000 is to be paid by the candidate or their sponsoring employer. Industry-sponsored candidates are not eligible for any fellowship from ICT for this programme.