IIM Bangalore Opens PGPEM 2025 Admission: Test Dates, Eligibility

IIM Bangalore PGPEM admissions are officially open for its 2026–28 batch. Students can also apply through their CAT, GMAT, or GRE scores or take the institute's own PGPEM Test, which will be conducted on October 12, 2025, and February 1, 2026. The program is designed for working professionals with prior experience, offering weekend classes to balance work and study. Interested applicants must complete the online registration before the application deadline as announced by the institute.

Eligibility Criteria for PGPEM 2026

The eligibility criteria for IIM Bangalore’s PGPEM 2025 admission include academic qualifications, work experience, and test requirements for the students who want to give the exam. Meeting these conditions is mandatory for candidates to be considered for the programme.

• A bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD candidates).
• Minimum six years of full-time work experience by March 31, 2026. Part-time or internship experience does not count.
• Candidates without a bachelor’s degree but with CA, ICWA, or CS qualifications after Class XII are also eligible (the same percentage criteria apply).

PGPEM 2025 Application Dates & Process

The application process for IIM Bangalore’s PGPEM 2025 has been released along with the official schedule. Students are required to complete registration, upload the necessary documents, and pay the fee by the given deadlines to be considered for admission.

PGPEM 2025 Fee Structure & Ranking

PGPEM 2025 fee structure has been formulated to cover tuition, course materials, and other essential academic resources. With the fee details, IIM Bangalore’s strong position in global and national MBA rankings highlights the programme’s value and reputation.

• Application fee: INR 1,500 (non-refundable)
• IIMB Test fee: INR 1,200 (if applicable)
• The total fee for the PGPEM programme is approximately ₹ 20.21 lakh for the two-year weekend course, which caters to working professionals.
• PGPEM ranks 50th globally and is recognised as the top executive MBA in India, according to the QS Executive MBA World Rankings 2025.

Application Submission: Key Documents

Students are required to upload specific documents while submitting the PGPEM 2025 application form. These documents are very important for verifying academic qualifications, professional experience, and personal details.

• Academic transcripts (SSC, HSC, bachelor’s degree)
• Bachelor’s degree certificate
• GMAT/GRE scorecard (if applicable)
• Statement of Purpose
• Work experience documentation (employment letters or payslips)
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Disability certificate (if applicable)