Join JAGSOM's Flagship PGDM General
The #2 ranked B-School in Bangalore (after IIMB)
- Specially created for Engineering and STEM graduates
- Career Acceleration Program (CAP) focused on sectors like IT & ITES, Pharma & Healthcare, Automotive, Platform Businesses, BFSI & Consulting
- Two-year, Full-time, Residential program
LIMITED SEATS
APPLICATIONS CLOSE ON 31 MARCH 2025
About JAGSoM
Jagdish Sheth School of Management (JAGSoM), originally established as IFIM Business School in 1995, has a rich history of providing innovative and globally recognized business education. It was rebranded in 2020, to honour the renowned global scholar and thinker, Professor Jagdish Sheth.
JAGSoM is among the select 15 business schools in India that hold the prestigious AACSB accreditation and are featured in the QS Global Rankings.
JAGSoM is known for its strong emphasis on grooming T-shaped professionals equipped with both depth and breadth in their chosen areas of specialization and offers a comprehensive portfolio of management programs designed to cultivate business leaders equipped with the requisite knowledge, skills, and acumen to thrive in a complex and dynamic business environment.
The school operates from two campuses – Bangalore (flagship campus since 1995) and Greater Mumbai (started in 2019 at the Vijaybhoomi University, leveraging their strategic locations to foster close ties with industry leaders and enhance the educational experience through real-world engagements.
- JAGSoM today, is amongst the 12 leading Indian B-schools which has an AACSB accreditation and features in the QS World University Global Rankings 2024.
- JAGSoM is ranked Number 2 amongst B-Schools in Bangalore. It has been ranked 10th in Future Orientation and 14th in Learning Experience by Business Today-MDRA Business School Rankings 2023.
- JAGSoM’s unique intervention of “Role Defined Career Tracks” across 8 Tracks - MarTech, Sales and Service, HRM, Banking, FinTech, Capital Markets, Business Analytics and Entrepreneurship, has resulted in the success of its graduates as reflected in superior career outcomes.
Rankings
India Rankings
- Business Today - MDRA B-school India Rankings 2024
- Overall: Ranked 26
- Learning Experience: Ranked 7
- Future Orientation: Ranked 9
- Education World India Private B-school Rankings 2024-25
- Overall: Ranked 10
- Faculty Competence: Ranked 8
- Internationalisation: Ranked 8
International Rankings
- QS Business Masters Global Rankings 2025
- Masters in Marketing: Band 101+
- Masters in Finance: Band 151+
- Masters in Analytics: Band 101+
Learner Success
Class of 2022-24 Recruiter Snapshot
Faculty drawn from top Indian and Global institutes
Total No. of Faculty
42
Number of Women
12
International Qualifications
06
IIM Alumni
11
JBIMS / SPJIMR / MDI/ IMT / IMI Alumni
07
IIT / BITS Alumni
13
Chartered Accountants
01
CXOs
12
About PGDM General
- PGDM General is JAGSoM's premier and flagship program with a limited no. of seats and early closure of admission cycle.
- It is an AICTE approved and deemed equivalent to MBA (by AIU) two-year, full-time, residential program.
- PGDM General comprises of a target-industry focused Career Acceleration Program (CAP), and offers specializations in Digital Business & Analytics, Marketing, Finance and HR.
Fees & Scholarships (PGDM General)
- The total cost for JAGSoM's premier flagship two-year, full-time, residential PGDM General is INR 16 lacs, which includes tuition fee, lodging and boarding expenses.
- Merit-cum-means scholarships are offered to the deserving candidates.
Timelines
- Applications Open : October 15, 2024
- Applications Close : March 31, 2025
- Shortlisting of the Candidates for ASP : TBA
- Admission Selection Process (ASP) : TBA
Eligibility, Admission Criteria and Selection Process
- Any candidate with a bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) in any discipline with 50% or more marks is eligible to apply for the program.
- Final year students may also apply, subject to them fulfilling the eligibility criteria by the time of batch commencement.
- An eligible candidate is required to take any of the CAT 2024 / XAT 2025 / GMAT 2020 onwards, and score a minimum of 60 percentile (or equivalent), to be able to get shortlisted for the Admission Selection Process (ASP).
Admission Selection Process (ASP)
JAGSoM looks at innovation potential, solution orientation and value fit of the candidates, besides their consistent academic performance and relevant work experience (if applicable), for adm ission into its PGDM General program. Short-listed candidates for programs at JAGSoM are required to appear for the selection process, which comprises of the following components:
1.
Psychometric Test Application
- Candidates submit an application form and fee.
Psychometric Test: Assesses individual strengths and suitability for business studies, providing a Psychometric Profile.
2.
ASP Registration and Briefing
Registration: Managed by student volunteers who collect necessary documents.
Verification: Staff verifies self-attested documents against the application.
Briefing: Candidates receive information about the admission process and can ask questions before the PI.
3.
Personal Interview (PI)
Panel Composition: Includes a faculty member, an industry professional, and an alumnus.
Interested to Learn More?
FAQs
What are the PGDM Major offered by JAGSoM?
JAGSoM offers 4 Majors in PGDM :
- PGDM – Marketing Major
- PGDM – Finance Major
- PGDM HRM Major
- PGDM Analytics & Digital Business Major
PGDM (Marketing Major), PGDM Analytics and digital Business and PGDM (Finance Major) featured in QS Global rankings. Global ranking 101+ Marketing and Analytics 151+ Finance Band. These programs are targeted to groom professionals who are domain specialists and at the same time, can appreciate the interplay of various functions of management. This is a win-win for both the students and recruiters.
How and where do I appear for the selection process?
We will be conducting the entire selection process over virtual mode. The process would comprise or 3 rounds i.e. Innovation Potential Test, Group Exercise, & Personal Interview. Instructions will be sent to you via email after your application gets shortlisted for the program opted. For further information kindly reach us @ 9900067702
When do I get to know my selection result?
It’s a rolling process. The results will be announced within 2 days of the process. Hence it is important to accept the offer early to avoid losing your admission.
When do I need to block my seat?
Post selection process the seat needs to be blocked within the stipulated time as mentioned in your offer letter.
When the fee has to be paid?
The program fee needs to be cleared as per the fee schedule. The registration fees needs to be paid immediately on acceptance of the offer.
Do you offer Scholarship?
JAGSoM offers merit scholarships in the form of tuition fee waiver. The scholarship would be adjusted in the last payable installment as per the fees schedule.
What is JAGMAT?
JAGMAT is an aptitude test and comprises of 3 sections, which are English Language Proficiency (ELP), Quantitative Aptitude (QA) and Logical Reasoning (LR). Each section will be of 25 marks summing to 75 marks. There will not be any negative marking. Duration of the test will be 90 minutes.
What is the cut-off for JAGMAT?
The cut-off for JAGMAT exam is 50% to secure an early admission at JAGSoM.
How do I choose a particular program?
You can choose any particular program offered under JAGSOM by opting in the common application form through declaring your program preferences.
Will there be any financial assistance?
Yes, we do have tie-up with banks to provide you required financial assistance. To know more kindly reach, us at 9900067702.
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