Post Graduate Diploma in Management [PGDM]

MET Institute of Post Graduate Diploma in Management, Mumbai offers a 2-year PGDM programme with 180 seats, admitted through an institute-managed selection process. The programme accepts scores from CAT, XAT, MAH-MBA-CET, CMAT, and other management exams. Total fees are INR 12,06,000 for the two-year programme. It is AIU-recognized as equivalent to an MBA degree, making it a sought-after management qualification in Mumbai.

📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open September 2026 (Tentative).

Key Points

• NBA accreditation at course level from National Board of Accreditation
• Complimentary laptop provided to each enrolled student at the start of the programme
• Selection process includes Personality Factors Test and Video Statement of Purpose

MET Mumbai PGDM Fees 2026

• Consolidated annual fee covers all academic and programme charges.
• Application fee of INR 2,300 is paid at the time of applying and is non-refundable.

MET Mumbai PGDM Admission 2026

• PGDM at MET is institute-managed and not part of the DTE CAP process.
• Scores from CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAT, and GMAT are also accepted.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% aggregate from a recognized university (45% for reserved categories)
• Final-year undergraduate students may apply with their current year results
• Valid score in MAH-MBA-CET, CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAT, or GMAT required
• Work experience is not mandatory but is considered in the evaluation process

Admission Process

• Apply online at met.edu with a valid management entrance exam score
• Pay the non-refundable application fee of INR 2,300 during online registration
• Shortlisted candidates are invited for a Personality Factors Test, Video Statement of Purpose, and Personal Interview
• Final selection is based on academic performance, entrance exam score, and PI outcome
• Offer letters are sent by email and WhatsApp after selection

✓ Opt for this if

• You want an AIU-recognized PGDM treated as an MBA by employers nationwide
• You scored well in MAH-MBA-CET, CAT, or XAT and prefer a Mumbai campus
• You prefer an institute-level PI-based selection over the DTE CAP merit process
• Strong placements with BFSI, media, and FMCG firms in Mumbai are a priority

✗ Skip if

• You qualify for government MMS at a fraction of this programme’s fees
• You want a university-degree MBA rather than an autonomous PGDM diploma
• You prefer an IIM, XLRI, or top-ranked B-school and meet their cutoffs
• You need government scholarship support unavailable for private PGDM programmes

MET Mumbai PGDM Placement 2025

• Placement data is for the 2024-25 batch as reported by the institute.

MET Mumbai PGDM Scholarships 2026

• MET scholarship decisions are made by the institute’s internal Scholarship Committee.

• 33 out of 100 under The Times Of India Management Ranking 2025.

Read more on Mumbai Educational Trust Rankings here

MET Mumbai PGDM FAQs

Ques. Is the MET PGDM equivalent to an MBA degree for job applications?

Ans. Yes, the PGDM at MET Institute of Post Graduate Diploma in Management is recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) as equivalent to a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. This means employers and most public sector organizations accept the PGDM certificate on par with an MBA. The programme is also AICTE-approved and NBA-accredited at the course level, further strengthening its credibility with recruiters and higher education institutions.

Ques. What is the total fee for the PGDM at MET Mumbai and what does it include?

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year PGDM at MET is INR 12,06,000, charged at INR 6,03,000 per year. This consolidated annual fee covers all academic and programme charges. A non-refundable application fee of INR 2,300 is paid separately at the time of applying. Each enrolled student also receives a complimentary laptop at the start of the programme, which is included in the overall programme value.

Ques. What entrance exams are accepted for PGDM admission at MET Mumbai?

Ans. MET IPGDM accepts scores from multiple management entrance exams including MAH-MBA-CET, CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAT, and GMAT. Unlike the MMS programme at MET IOM, PGDM admission is institute-managed and not processed through DTE CAP. Candidates apply directly at met.edu, and shortlisted applicants are called for a Personality Factors Test, Video Statement of Purpose, and Personal Interview to complete the selection process.

Ques. What is the placement record for PGDM graduates from MET Mumbai?

Ans. The 2024-25 PGDM batch at MET recorded 100% placement with an average package of INR 8.5 LPA and a highest package of INR 20 LPA. Top recruiters include Nielsen IQ, Asian Paints, Deloitte, Capgemini, BNP Paribas, TCS, Reliance Industries, EY, Godrej, ITC, and Wipro. The placement cell at MET facilitates industry connections across BFSI, FMCG, consulting, and media sectors.

Ques. When will PGDM 2026 applications open at MET Mumbai?

Ans. MET Institute of Post Graduate Diploma in Management has not yet announced the 2026-27 application dates. Based on the 2025-26 admission cycle, which ran from September to December 2025, applications for the 2026-27 batch are expected to open around September 2026. Candidates are advised to monitor the official website at met.edu for the announcement. The programme accepts year-round applications until seats are filled.

Ques. How does the PGDM selection process at MET differ from a regular MBA entrance?

Ans. Unlike MBA programmes that select entirely on entrance exam percentile, the MET PGDM selection process evaluates candidates across four parameters: entrance exam score (MAH-MBA-CET, CAT, XAT, or equivalents), academic performance, a Personality Factors Test, and a Video Statement of Purpose followed by a Personal Interview. This multi-dimensional evaluation allows candidates with non-conventional profiles or work experience to be considered even without top-percentile scores.