Choose Your Path26 Years of Academic Excellence,
26 Years of Academic Excellence,
27th Batch
₹18.36L
Highest CTC
96%
Placement record since inception
₹8.66L
Average CTC
26Yrs
27th PGDM Batch, 2027–29
- 26 Years of Academic Excellence, 27th Batch.
- Triple accredited IACBE, SAQS, NBA
- 8.5 acres of residential campus, IBA Bangalore
- 95+ recruiters on campus yearly
Eligibility Criteria
Admissions: PGDM 2027–29
- Graduate (10+2+3 OR 10+2+4) in any discipline from a recognized university, with more than 50% overall aggregate marks (45% for reserved category).
- Final Year students are also eligible to apply.
- IBA accepts scores of: CAT 2026 / XAT 2027 / CMAT 2027 / NMAT by GMAC 2026 / MAT (Sept 2026, Dec 2026, Feb 2027, May 2027) / ATMA 2027 / GMAT (after Sept 2025) / GATE 2026 – 27 & State Govt. Entrance tests.
Programme DetailsStructure, Fees, and
Structure, Fees, and
How The Two Years Unfold.
Switch tabs to compare both run on the same trimester-based academic calendar at IBA's Bengaluru campus.
How The 2 Years Run
Year 1
Foundation + Specialization intro
Orientation, core subjects, case studies and management games across trimesters 1–2, then your chosen specialization begins in trimester 3.
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Corporate Internship
4 - 6 Months of intensive, hands-on corporate internship at the end of trimester 3.
Year 2
Cross-functional + Placements
Trimesters 4–6 cover cross-functional and specialization subjects alongside the Advanced Placement & Training Programme (APTP), leading into final placements.
Fee Structure(2 Years)
- Admission processing charges₹ 50,000
- Security deposit - Academics (refundable after completion of the course)₹ 18,000
- Year 1 - 3 installments₹ 6,09,000
- Year 2 - 3 installments₹ 5,73,000
- Total tuition, 2 years₹ 11,82,000
Separate boys'/girls' residential facilities on campus. Residential charges: ₹1,41,000 - ₹1,92,000/year, inclusive of food.
How The 2 Years Run
Year 1
On-campus BFSI Foundation
Core management subjects plus BFSI and FinTech electives on campus, built with the BFSI Sector Skill Council.
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NSDC & NISM Certifications
Industry certifications are completed alongside coursework before the apprenticeship begins.
Year 2
Paid Apprenticeship
On-the-job apprenticeship with leading banks and FinTech firms, earning a monthly stipend while you learn.
Fee Structure(2 Years)
- Admission processing (non-refundable)₹ 45,000
- Security deposit (refundable)₹ 15,000
- Year 1- 4 Installments₹ 7,26,000
- Year 2 - 2 installments₹ 3,51,000
- Total tuition, 2 years₹ 10,83,000
Year 2 stipend is paid directly by the partner organisation. Residential charges apply for Year 1 on campus.
IBA Bangalore's Alumni Work in
IBA Bangalore's Scholastic and International Linkages
IBA Bangalore's Faculty
M.Tech-Industrial Management (IIT Chennai), B.Tech. (IIT Kharagpur)
Prof. V. Suresh Chandra
Exp: 48 years | Industry: 30 yrs | Academic: 18 yrs
PhD, FCS & MICS (UK), M.Com., MBA (Marketing), MBA (Finance), LLB
Dr. S. Ramesh
Exp: 44 years | Industry: 16 yrs | Academic: 28 yrs
PhD, MBA-IRMA Anand, B.Sc.
Dr. A V Ramana Acharyulu
Exp: 42 Years |Industry: 15 yrs | Academic: 27 yrs
MDP (IIM Calcutta), Diploma in Footwear Canadian Institute of Footwear Technology, B.Sc.
Prof. J.B. Shetty
Exp: 48 years | Industry: 32 yrs | Academic: 17 yrs
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Common Questions
Before You Apply.
Each programme has a separate admissions track and cohort. Our counselling team can help you decide even after you submit your application — mention your preference in the application form.
CAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE (post July 2024), MAT, ATMA, CMAT, GATE, and state-level tests like MAH-CET, KMAT and PGCET.
Yes. IBA's PGDM is granted equivalence to an MBA by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), Government of India.
Yes — Year 2 apprentices at partner banks and FinTech companies receive a monthly stipend, with compensation depending on the organization and performance.
A bachelor's degree (10+2+3 or 10+2+4) from a recognized university with at least 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST/OBC and other reserved categories). Final-year students can also apply.
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