IMI Bhubaneswar

International Management Institute (IMI) Bhubaneswar offers a two-year, AICTE-approved Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) program, designed to prepare students for leadership roles across various industries. The program is accredited by AMBA, NBA, and NAAC, and is ranked 61st in the NIRF 2024 among over 700 management institutes in India.

🎓 PGDM Program Overview

• Duration: 2 years (6 trimesters)

• Academic Calendar: Begins in June each year

• Core Areas: Foundation courses in management, followed by industry summer training after the first three trimesters

• Specializations: Options include Analytics, Marketing, Finance, Operations, HR, and more

• International Exposure: Opportunities for student exchange programs and global immersion experiences

💰 Fee Structure (2024–26 Batch)

Self-Sponsored Indian Students

• Total Program Fee: ₹13,50,000

• Per Term Payment: ₹2,25,000

• Breakdown per Term:

  • Tuition Fee: ₹1,56,000

  • Reading Material: ₹28,000

  • Student Welfare: ₹8,000

  • Library Fee: ₹14,000

  • IT Resources: ₹12,000

  • Alumni Membership: ₹3,500

  • Refundable Security Deposit: ₹21,000 (subject to clearance)

Hostel & Mess Charges

• Girls Hostel:

  • Non-AC Shared Room: ₹80,000

  • AC Shared Room: ₹1,35,000

• Boys Hostel:

  • Non-AC Double Occupancy: ₹75,000

  • AC Double Occupancy (Cat. 1): ₹1,30,000

  • AC Double Occupancy (Cat. 2): ₹1,15,000

  • AC Triple Occupancy: ₹1,05,000

• Mess Charges: ₹70,000 per academic year (payable in two installments)

🌍 International Students Fee Structure

• Foreign Students: $15,500 per annum

• SAARC Countries: $14,000 per annum

• NRI Students: $22,500 per annum

• Boarding & Lodging: $7,650 per year (totaling $15,300 for two years)

• Payment Schedule: Fees are payable in six equal installments, aligned with Indian students' due dates

🏆 Placement Highlights (2022–24)

• 100% Placement Rate

• Highest Salary: ₹21.00 LPA

• Average Salary: ₹12.02 LPA

• Median Salary: ₹12.00 LPA

• Top Recruiters: Deloitte, SAP, Infosys, Volvo, HDFC Bank, and more

📝 Admission Details

• Application Deadline: March 29, 2025

• Eligibility:

  • Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks

  • Valid CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT score

  • Performance in Personal Interview

• Selection Process: Holistic evaluation considering academic background, test scores, work experience, and interview performance

The admission process for the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) program at IMI Bhubaneswar for the 2025–27 batch follows a structured and holistic approach. Here's a detailed overview:

📝 Application Process

1. Online Application: Visit the official application portal to complete the online application form.

2. Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of ₹500 is required at the time of application submission.

3. Payment Methods: Payments can be made via Credit Card, Debit Card, or Bank Transfer through the designated payment gateway.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: A Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

• Entrance Exam Scores: Valid scores from CAT, XAT, GMAT, or CMAT.

• Proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency in written and spoken English.

• Work Experience: While not mandatory, relevant work experience may be considered favorably.

📋 Selection Process

1. Shortlisting: Candidates are shortlisted based on their academic performance, entrance exam scores, and work experience.

2. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates are invited for a Personal Interview to assess their suitability for the program.

3. Final Selection: Selections are made based on a comprehensive evaluation of the candidate's profile, including academic records, entrance exam scores, and interview performance.

💼 Scholarships and Financial Assistance

• EWS Scholarship: Candidates whose family income is less than ₹8 LPA may be eligible for a scholarship under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category. Scholarships are offered for up to 5% of the total intake.

• Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW): Eligible candidates may apply for a Tuition Fee Waiver after admission. Documentation such as Income Tax Returns, PAN card, and EWS Certificate are required.

International Management Institute (IMI) Bhubaneswar holds several prestigious accreditations and recognitions, underscoring its commitment to academic excellence and global standards in management education.

🎓 Key Accreditations & Recognitions

• AMBA (Association of MBAs): IMI Bhubaneswar is one of the select institutions globally accredited by AMBA, affirming the quality of its Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) program.

• NBA (National Board of Accreditation): The PGDM program is accredited by NBA, ensuring it meets high standards set by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.

• NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council): IMI Bhubaneswar has been accredited by NAAC, reflecting its commitment to quality education and continuous improvement.

• AIU (Association of Indian Universities): The PGDM program has been granted equivalence to an MBA degree by AIU, facilitating recognition across academic and professional domains.

• USBES (United States Board for Education Standardization): IMI Bhubaneswar's PGDM program is accredited by USBES, adhering to international standards of higher education and professional excellence. 

• AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education): All programs offered by IMI Bhubaneswar, including PGDM and Fellowship Program in Management, are approved by AICTE, Ministry of Education, Government of India.

• EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development): IMI Bhubaneswar is an associate member of EFMD, a network of academic institutions and corporations dedicated to management development.

• AMDISA (Association of Management Development Institutions in South Asia): The institute holds lifetime membership in AMDISA, a SAARC-recognized body promoting management development in South Asia.

• CII (Confederation of Indian Industry): IMI Bhubaneswar is a member of CII, a premier business association in India.

These accreditations and memberships collectively enhance the credibility and global recognition of IMI Bhubaneswar's programs, ensuring that students receive quality education aligned with international standards.

IMI Bhubaneswar has consistently demonstrated strong placement outcomes, reflecting its commitment to providing quality management education. Here's an overview of the placement statistics and top recruiters for the 2024 batch:

📊 Placement Highlights (2024 Batch)

• Placement Rate: 100%

• Highest Salary Offered: ₹21 LPA

• Average Salary Offered: ₹12.02 LPA

• Median Salary Offered: ₹12 LPA

• Top 25% Salary: ₹15.50 LPA

• Top 50% Salary: ₹13.88 LPA

• Number of Recruiters: 130+

• New Recruiters: 70+

• Top Domains: Consulting, BFSI, IT/ITES, Marketing, Operations

🏢 Top Recruiters (2024 Batch)

IMI Bhubaneswar attracted a diverse range of companies across various sectors. Some of the prominent recruiters include:

• Accenture

• Capgemini

• Cognizant

• Deloitte

• EY

• Axis Bank

• Amul

• Dabur

• Marico

• Swiggy

• Volvo

• Crisil

• Infosys

• Kotak Mahindra Bank

• SBI Life

• HDFC Bank

• Nestlé

• Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL)

• Pidilite

📈 Placement Trends Over the Years

IMI Bhubaneswar has shown consistent growth in its placement statistics:

• 2022 Batch:

  • Highest Salary: ₹17.25 LPA

  • Average Salary: ₹10.07 LPA

  • Median Salary: ₹9 LPA

  • Number of Recruiters: 70+

• 2023 Batch:

  • Highest Salary: ₹19.20 LPA

  • Average Salary: ₹11.30 LPA

  • Median Salary: ₹11 LPA

  • Number of Recruiters: 70+

• 2024 Batch:

  • Highest Salary: ₹21 LPA

  • Average Salary: ₹12.02 LPA

  • Median Salary: ₹12 LPA

  • Number of Recruiters: 130+

These statistics highlight IMI Bhubaneswar's strong industry connections and its ability to provide students with lucrative career opportunities across various sectors.

IMI Bhubaneswar has consistently demonstrated its prominence among India's top business schools. Here's an overview of its recent rankings:

📊 IMI Bhubaneswar – 2024 Rankings

• NIRF 2024: Ranked 61st among 700+ management institutes in India.

• IIRF 2024: Ranked 17th among private management institutes.

• Careers360 2024: Ranked 23rd nationally.

• Business Today 2023: Ranked 59th in the country.

🏅 Key Highlights

• Accreditations: IMI Bhubaneswar holds prestigious accreditations from AMBA, NBA, and NAAC, ensuring high academic standards.

• Global Recognition: It is among the select few Indian institutes to be accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA). 

• Consistent Growth: The institute has shown a steady improvement in rankings over the years, reflecting its commitment to excellence in management education.

IMI Bhubaneswar offers a state-of-the-art campus designed to foster academic excellence, personal growth, and holistic development. Here's an overview of the key facilities available:

🏛️ Academic Infrastructure

• Classrooms & Auditoriums: The campus features air-conditioned classrooms with modern projection and audio facilities. There are four large classrooms with a seating capacity of 72+, two multi-use auditoriums seating 200 each, five conference rooms, and four syndicate rooms, all equipped with advanced teaching aids and video conferencing capabilities.

• Industry-Oriented Labs: The institute provides specialized labs for practical learning, including:

  • SAP Lab for ERP and Analytics

  • Bloomberg Terminal for Finance

  • Communication Lab for Soft Skills and HR

  • Markstrat Simulation for Marketing

  • Six Sigma Lab in collaboration with KPMG for Operations

  • Incubation Centre to promote Entrepreneurship.

📚 Library & Information Centre

• The centrally air-conditioned library spans 6,000 sq. ft. over two floors, housing over 14,000 periodicals and 7,910 books.

• Students have access to online resources from other B-schools, including Harvard Business Publishing, and databases like EBSCO, ProQuest, and J-Gate.

🛏️ Accommodation

• PGDM Hostel: The fully residential campus offers 120 single-bedded, fully furnished rooms equipped with LAN connectivity, round-the-clock security, emergency medical services, uninterrupted power and water supply, and access to a gymnasium and indoor/outdoor sports facilities.

• Executive Residence: For participants of Management Development Programs (MDP), Faculty Development Programs (FDP), and Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM WE), the campus provides 60 fully furnished rooms with high-speed LAN connections and six training halls equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual teaching aids.

🍽️ Mess & Cafeteria

• The campus operates separate canteens for students, staff, faculty members, and MDP participants.

• Additionally, the Entrepreneurship Club runs a cooperative store named ‘First Right,’ supplying basic necessities and food items like snacks and beverages.

🏋️ Sports & Fitness

• Sports Complex: The campus offers ample facilities for indoor and outdoor games, including cricket, basketball, and volleyball. Indoor games like chess, carrom, table tennis, pool, and foosball are also popular among students.

• Gymnasium: An air-conditioned fitness centre is available, equipped with various equipment for stretching, floor, and body-building exercises, including treadmills, recumbent cycles, elliptical cycles, dumbbells, shoulder presses, leg pulls, swift bikes, leg extensions, cross trainers, and double twisters.

💻 Computer Centre

• The campus boasts a computer facility with a network of over 190 Wi-Fi-enabled computers, ensuring mobile computing at all locations, including hostel rooms, MDP, the Amphitheatre library, and the canteen.

• High-speed internet access at 210 Mbps is available round-the-clock on campus.

🌿 Landscape & Aquascape

• The campus is adorned with lush green lawns, trees, and shrubs surrounding beautifully sculptured areas.

• The aesthetic appeal is enhanced by aquatic plants and fountains with light effects, providing a serene environment conducive to learning.

IMI Bhubaneswar's infrastructure is designed to support a comprehensive learning experience, blending academic rigor with opportunities for personal development and well-being.