IMHO u may go for hard copy form rather than waiting for online application.. form is already out since long time and the online module yet not started.. so chances are slim that it will be start soon..
also try to convert pdf to word.. u may attach annexures to answer essay type questions..

if anyone else can come with other idea plz throw some light.... plz confirm whether the DD amt is 2000 or 2500 as in the form its mentioned 2000 and on site it is said 2500..

cheers
rbenz

I called up IITM today.... They did not comment anything about the Online application. Asked me to just download the form, to fill it up and send it. A similar reply was also given by email.

Regarding your query about the draft amount...... it is 2000. I verified it from the IITM person.

thanks

anindya

Jeez , this surely is a foot in mouth situation ... as here we are trying hard to make the online thing work ... but as all sane ppl would know how a government organization (here college) works in diwali period...I could see that people have started filling up the old pdf form , which isn't entirely a bad idea as the online form would not be different from the pdf one.
But till date hopes to get applications online is positive.

My 2 cents to the proactive guys here :
1. Get a passport size photo scanned by that time
2. Get the recommendation form from your superior (format attached here)
3. Get a DD of Rs 2000 /- made in favor of 'Indian Institute of Technology Madras'
4. Brush up a little basics about everything in engineering...trust me when i say basics it means completely rudimentary things...to make effort little more focused try checking in the areas of 'Electrical' , 'Electronics' , 'Automobile' , 'Power' , 'Mining' and 'Chemical' engineering .

Cheers
'P'

I called up IITM today.... They did not comment anything about the Online application. Asked me to just download the form, to fill it up and send it. A similar reply was also given by email.

Regarding your query about the draft amount...... it is 2000. I verified it from the IITM person.

thanks

anindya

Jeez , this surely is a foot in mouth situation ... as here we are trying hard to make the online thing work ... but as all sane ppl would know how a government organization (here college) works in diwali period...I could see that people have started filling up the old pdf form , which isn't entirely a bad idea as the online form would not be different from the pdf one.
But till date hopes to get applications online is positive.

My 2 cents to the proactive guys here :
1. Get a passport size photo scanned by that time
2. Get the recommendation form from your superior (format attached here)
3. Get a DD of Rs 2000 /- made in favor of 'Indian Institute of Technology Madras'
4. Brush up a little basics about everything in engineering...trust me when i say basics it means completely rudimentary things...to make effort little more focused try checking in the areas of 'Electrical' , 'Electronics' , 'Automobile' , 'Power' , 'Mining' and 'Chemical' engineering .

Cheers
'P'

Dear Pankaj,

I am interested in the PGPEX-VLM program 2012-13. Regarding the application procedure I have the following queries:


1. I could not access the online application system. I am getting an error when I am trying to signup. (http://www.vlm.iitm.ac.in/construction.html) Is online application possible?


2. If the online application is not possible, do I have to fill in the downloaded application form by hand?
I thank you very much for going through my queries. I will certainly be obliged if you could please answer them.

anindya

IMHO u may go for hard copy form rather than waiting for online application.. form is already out since long time and the online module yet not started.. so chances are slim that it will be start soon..
also try to convert pdf to word.. u may attach annexures to answer essay type questions..

if anyone else can come with other idea plz throw some light.... plz confirm whether the DD amt is 2000 or 2500 as in the form its mentioned 2000 and on site it is said 2500..

cheers
rbenz

Dear Pankaj,

I am interested in the PGPEX-VLM program 2012-13. Regarding the application procedure I have the following queries:


1. I could not access the online application system. I am getting an error when I am trying to signup. (http://www.vlm.iitm.ac.in/construction.html) Is online application possible?


2. If the online application is not possible, do I have to fill in the downloaded application form by hand?


I thank you very much for going through my queries. I will certainly be obliged if you could please answer them.

anindya

Hi Sunil,

Your chances of getting a call depends on lot of factors-academics, work experience etc.Finally, the decision lies with AdCom.But that is not in our control.U can focus on what is under your control.You can study Verbal,Quant & Analytical portion from CAT,GMAT/GRE study material.Don't forget the basics.You should be able to sail through as still you have close to 6 weeks to brush up your basics and fine tune your preparation.

With Best Wishes,
Pankaj

Thanx for the response ,
Please guide me for the preparation as i got to know about this very late, Please tell me about the course material , is it fine if i study GMAT course material. Also i have very consistent and average academics (arnd 65%) thorughout what are my chance of getting a call for test.


thanx in advance
sunil

hello.. thnx for the reply.. can u plz confirm when the online application process will start.. also hw much is the application fees this time.. as in the application form somewhere it is written 2000/- and on this forum it was discussed earlier as 2500/-

thnx
rbenz

Plz go by what is written in Application Form/Program Brochure.Atleast they have kept the application fees same as was in 2007 for the 1st batch.

Hi Ravitvvs,

The ratio will vary from Batch to Batch.I am from PGPEX-VLM Batch-I and the ratio was approx 1:3 for our batch.I am not sure about the following batches .
Maybe Theja,OutLaw,Varun,Podoustad can throw a better light on this.C'Mon PGPEX-VLM batch-5 Guys Keep the thread moving.

http://programslive.iimcal.ac.in/pgpex-vlm/admissions/important-dates

Hi Sunil

Yes U can apply without Passport.It is basically required for Japanese Visit.So focus on application process without worrying about extraneous things.
Keep it Simple

With Best Wishes,
Hrsikesa Pankaj
9975748710

Hello Prospective Candidates,

We are current students of PGPEX-VLM Batch 5.

Please post your queries regarding the PGPEX-VLM course, admission process & any other relevant query.

The admission process will start during October-November. Please keep a watch on the websites of IIM Calcutta, IIT Kanpur & IIT Madras for updates regarding the same

Thanks,
PGPEX-VLM Batch 5

Please let me knoqw that is it possible to apply without a passport as i havnt received my passport yet and will be receiving it shortly may be after the last date for application, please help
thanx

Hello Prospective Candidates,

We are current students of PGPEX-VLM Batch 5.

Please post your queries regarding the PGPEX-VLM course, admission process & any other relevant query.

The admission process will start during October-November. Please keep a watch on the websites of IIM Calcutta, IIT Kanpur & IIT Madras for updates regarding the same.

Thanks,
PGPEX-VLM Batch 5

Please tell is it possible to apply wihtout a passport as i will receiving it shortly but dont have rightnow.
thanx

Can any one answer my query please:

With respect to the admission process, I want to know the amount of filtering that normally is effected during the aptitude test phase; i.e. normally how many candidates will be called for aptitude test and of them approximately, how many will make it to interview stage.

As murphy's law goes "if anything can go wrong it will" ...we anticipated this and it happened , apologies for that , we shall try to fix this ASAP

and about the payment mode , quite regrettably online option is not there , so you have to reckon on good old DD mode..

hello.. thnx for the reply.. can u plz confirm when the online application process will start.. also hw much is the application fees this time.. as in the application form somewhere it is written 2000/- and on this forum it was discussed earlier as 2500/-

thnx
rbenz

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monkeygod Says

Can seniors pls address my above query. I guess it went unnoticed.

hello.. in my view u should confirm with adcom.. usually relaxation is not given of 3 months.. upto 15 days can be considered in some colleges.. not very sure which ones....

rbenz

I will have around 4 years 9 months experience by March 31st 2012. Can I apply if have slightly less experience. Also could any seniors let me know if I need to send a mail to IIM/IITM to ask this query about work ex.
Thanks

Can seniors pls address my above query. I guess it went unnoticed.

As murphy's law goes "if anything can go wrong it will" ...we anticipated this and it happened , apologies for that , we shall try to fix this ASAP

and about the payment mode , quite regrettably online option is not there , so you have to reckon on good old DD mode..

The online application system is up , I request aspirants to try it at earliest possible; as this is the first time an online method is opted, so we do expect some glitches and if identified in time we can plug 'em to prevent any hassle to you guys.

www.vlm.iitm.ac.in

Cheers !

hello.. I guess its still not open.. can anyone plz confirm when it shall get open and wht is the mode of payment.. is thr is any option of online payment..

thnx
rbenz

just opened it to find "Please check this page after 18th october 2011"

The online application system is up , I request aspirants to try it at earliest possible; as this is the first time an online method is opted, so we do expect some glitches and if identified in time we can plug 'em to prevent any hassle to you guys.

www.vlm.iitm.ac.in

Cheers !

thanks for the response.

With respect to the admission process, I want to know the amount of filtering that normally is effected during the aptitude test phase;

i.e. normally how many candidates will be called for aptitude test and of them approximately, how many will make it to interview stage.

Hi,

Yes they can be interchanged at a later stage. At the time of registration in IIM Calcutta , the sponsorship status can be updated.

All the best!

Regards
PGPEX VLM Batch 5

Thanks for the reply.

I have recently gone through the application form, where in two categories of applicants have been indicated, one SELF SPONSORED - WILL RESIGN and the other SELF SPONSORED - STUDY LEAVE.

In this regard I want to to know whether these two options can be interchanged at a later stage after application process.

To be more specific, will I be allowed to opt for SELF SPONSORED - STUDY LEAVE before joining, in case initially during application process I have opted for SELF SPONSORED - WILL RESIGN or Vice versa.

Kindly clarify.



SELF SPONSORED

Thanks for the reply.

I have recently gone through the application form, where in two categories of applicants have been indicated, one SELF SPONSORED - WILL RESIGN and the other SELF SPONSORED - STUDY LEAVE.

In this regard I want to to know whether these two options can be interchanged at a later stage after application process.

To be more specific, will I be allowed to opt for SELF SPONSORED - STUDY LEAVE before joining, in case initially during application process I have opted for SELF SPONSORED - WILL RESIGN or Vice versa.

Kindly clarify.



SELF SPONSORED

Hi

At the present moment we cannot comment anything on the placements. However, we are highly optimistic this year and expect some good results as far as the placement is concerned. Due details would be disclosed as and when we are allowed to communicate it.

Also, the current batch has people who have left good salary for pursuing this course.

Hope this helps in answering your question.

Regards

PGPEX VLM Batch 5

I will have around 4 years 9 months experience by March 31st 2012. Can I apply if have slightly less experience. Also could any seniors let me know if I need to send a mail to IIM/IITM to ask this query about work ex.
Thanks

Dear Applicants

The advertisement for applications has been released in today's TOI Ascent.
Please go through the link below:-
Article Window

Few important points:-
1. The IIT Madras VLM Website is under updation. The new website would go live from 18-10-2011.
2. The application will be online this year.
3. The application fee mentioned in the advertisement (Rs.2000/-) is wrong and the actual amount is Rs.2500/-. This error will be rectified in the new website which is under testing currently.

Please feel free to ask any other queries. We will be posting regular updates in this thread, so please inform interested candidates to keep a watch on this thread for updates.

All the best.

Regards
PGPEX VLM Batch 5

As per the advertisement, seems that first class throughtout academics is mandatory. Any thoughts if the condition can be relaxed?

Dear Applicants

The advertisement for applications has been released in today's TOI Ascent.
Please go through the link below:-
Article Window

Few important points:-
1. The IIT Madras VLM Website is under updation. The new website would go live from 18-10-2011.
2. The application will be online this year.
3. The application fee mentioned in the advertisement (Rs.2000/-) is wrong and the actual amount is Rs.2500/-. This error will be rectified in the new website which is under testing currently.

Please feel free to ask any other queries. We will be posting regular updates in this thread, so please inform interested candidates to keep a watch on this thread for updates.

All the best.

Regards
PGPEX VLM Batch 5

hello.. can u plz share whether there shall be any online payment gateway option or its only thru DD.. also whether the recommendation part shall be online or thru sealed envelope..:-o
thnx
rbenz

Dear Applicants

The advertisement for applications has been released in today's TOI Ascent.
Please go through the link below:-
Article Window

Few important points:-
1. The IIT Madras VLM Website is under updation. The new website would go live from 18-10-2011.
2. The application will be online this year.
3. The application fee mentioned in the advertisement (Rs.2000/-) is wrong and the actual amount is Rs.2500/-. This error will be rectified in the new website which is under testing currently.

Please feel free to ask any other queries. We will be posting regular updates in this thread, so please inform interested candidates to keep a watch on this thread for updates.

All the best.

Regards
PGPEX VLM Batch 5

Hi

At the present moment we cannot comment anything on the placements. However, we are highly optimistic this year and expect some good results as far as the placement is concerned. Due details would be disclosed as and when we are allowed to communicate it.

Also, the current batch has people who have left good salary for pursuing this course.

Hope this helps in answering your question.

Regards

PGPEX VLM Batch 5

Thanks for the reply.

My present CTC is around 7.5 lakhs pa;

I am anxious to know your opinion about the placement prospects, in case I resign from the present job and join the course.

Thanking you and best regards

Hi

The written exam and interview would be held in IIT Madras campus in Chennai and this is the only venue for the test/interview.

Regards

PGPEX-VLM Batch 5

can u plz tell whr shall be the venue for test.. r thr multiple test centers..

thnx
rbenz

Dear Aspirants

The advertisement for admission for the 6th Batch of PGPEX-VLM will appear in ASCENT TOI (all editions of the newspaper) of October 19th 2011. The written exam and interview will be conducted on Dec 18, 2011 Sunday.


Please keep a watch on this thread for further updates.

All the best.

Regards

PGPEX VLM Batch 5

can u plz tell whr shall be the venue for test.. r thr multiple test centers..

thnx
rbenz

Dear Aspirants

The advertisement for admission for the 6th Batch of PGPEX-VLM will appear in ASCENT TOI (all editions of the newspaper) of October 19th 2011. The written exam and interview will be conducted on Dec 18, 2011 Sunday.


Please keep a watch on this thread for further updates.

All the best.

Regards

PGPEX VLM Batch 5

sriprass Says

I think it should not have any affect. Lot of things change in a decade. so poor score in XII should not affect.

Hoping against the hope...
will be lucky if i am called for the test

Is there any reservation criterion regarding number of seats for women graduates, OBC,SC/ST sort of things or really is it all about merit??

Hello Seniors,

I have worked for PSU and now am working for an MNC and have completed 5 years this July. Just want to know how strict is IIM C in the criteria that they want 1st class throughtout in Madhyamik. My XIIth score is poor (doesnt meet the requirement)...So I am wondering whether to apply or not??

Thanks

I think it should not have any affect. Lot of things change in a decade. so poor score in XII should not affect.

Hello Seniors,

I have worked for PSU and now am working for an MNC and have completed 5 years this July. Just want to know how strict is IIM C in the criteria that they want 1st class throughtout in Madhyamik. My XIIth score is poor (doesnt meet the requirement)...So I am wondering whether to apply or not??

Thanks

Thanks for the reply.

My present CTC is around 7.5 lakhs pa;

I am anxious to know your opinion about the placement prospects, in case I resign from the present job and join the course.

Thanking you and best regards

Hi
1. We have in our current bath people from PSU. They had submitted a document certifying resignation from the company. You can also provide a "resignation acceptance certificate" from your HR at the time of joining & provide the relieving certificate later on.

2. Hi GMAT Score is preferred but is not a must. Please refer to PGPEX-VLM - FAQs | Programs for more details. Please note that the overall profile is what matters(application + aptitude test + interview) & thus individual segments should not be over-amplified.

All the best.

PGPEX-VLM Batch 5

Hi,

I am working in a CPSU for the past 5 years.
I wish to join PGPEX-VLM course for the next batch (2012-13).
In this regard, I have a few queries:
1. If I opt the category of application as "Self Sponsored- will resign", then when is it necessary to submit the relieving letter;
Since I am working in a PSU, it is quite difficult to get a relieving letter and hence I want to know the approximate last date of its submission (any informal extensions of submission date allowed?)
2. Is it necessary to have a GMAT score and is there any importance to it in admission process

Kindly reply

Hi,

I am working in a CPSU for the past 5 years.
I wish to join PGPEX-VLM course for the next batch (2012-13).
In this regard, I have a few queries:
1. If I opt the category of application as "Self Sponsored- will resign", then when is it necessary to submit the relieving letter;
Since I am working in a PSU, it is quite difficult to get a relieving letter and hence I want to know the approximate last date of its submission (any informal extensions of submission date allowed?)
2. Is it necessary to have a GMAT score and is there any importance to it in admission process

Kindly reply

Dear Sir,

Thanks for guidance.
I would also like to enquire if you have any example of someone with slightly less than 5 years work ex yet admitted?

If currently working, then work ex should be counted till which date?

Thanks & Regards

Hi
In all the 5 bathces so far no one with less than 5 yrs of work-ex has been admitted.

The work ex requirement in our case was till 31st March 2011. For the 6th Batch it should be till 31st March 2012.

PGPEX VLM Batch 5

Hi
Yes having more than 5+ years of work-ex is mandatory. For further information regarding your case, you can write to the VLM Office in IIM Calcutta & enquire with them. The email id of the same can be found in Contact Us | Programs

All the best

PGPEX-VLM Batch 5

Dear Sir,

Thanks for guidance.
I would also like to enquire if you have any example of someone with slightly less than 5 years work ex yet admitted?

If currently working, then work ex should be counted till which date?

Thanks & Regards

Hi Application Process for our batch started around Ist week of october and the written exam & interview was conducted in December.

You can expect for this year also that it would start during october.

We would keep you informed as & when we come to know about it.

Thanks

PGPEX VLM Batch 5

noted and thanks for info....:D

Male, 23, Marine Engineer

GMAT : 720(Q51 V35)
TOEFL : 111

Under Graduate : From MERI(former DMET), Kolkata

Work Experience : I started working with Mitsui OSK Lines from September,2007 and switched over to NYK Shipmanagement in 2009.
I am currently working with NYK Shipmanagement and recently been promoted to the rank of 2nd Assistant Engineer.

So by April,12 my work experience would comprise 4 years 7 months onboard 5 different vessels, with different cargo, machinery, trade and routes.
As my job required me to work in international waters and trade between different companies, my international experience is almost the same as well and I have visited 5 out 7 continents ( except Africa & South America) and more than 50 countries.
I had been working in Japanese companies( MOL & NYK, being the largest and second largest shipping companies of the world respectively), onboard vessels with foreign owner and foreign flag, with multinational officers and crew including, Russian, Croatian, Filipino, Bangladeshi, Indonesian, Chinese, Vietnamese etc.

Extra Curricular : Was National Kickboxing Championship Quarter-Finalist
Working voluntarily for "Variye Nagarik Seva Sansthan" an organisation to help poor old aged people.
Has worked with NGO "1% Humanity" in co-ordination with Kolkata Police
Helped Kolkata Police in Blood Donation camps during college years.

Short Term Goal : Post MBA, I would like to work with the Industry/ Manufacturing or Energy sector.

VLM course is my dream course but I cannot wait for one more year, Is having work experience of 5+ years is such an important factor??

Can deferred admissions be given??

Hi
Yes having more than 5+ years of work-ex is mandatory. For further information regarding your case, you can write to the VLM Office in IIM Calcutta & enquire with them. The email id of the same can be found in Contact Us | Programs

All the best

PGPEX-VLM Batch 5

rbenz Says

dear all.. when does the application process starts for PGPEX-VLM....

Hi Application Process for our batch started around Ist week of october and the written exam & interview was conducted in December.

You can expect for this year also that it would start during october.

We would keep you informed as & when we come to know about it.

Thanks

PGPEX VLM Batch 5

Male, 23, Marine Engineer

GMAT : 720(Q51 V35)
TOEFL : 111

Under Graduate : From MERI(former DMET), Kolkata

Work Experience : I started working with Mitsui OSK Lines from September,2007 and switched over to NYK Shipmanagement in 2009.
I am currently working with NYK Shipmanagement and recently been promoted to the rank of 2nd Assistant Engineer.

So by April,12 my work experience would comprise 4 years 7 months onboard 5 different vessels, with different cargo, machinery, trade and routes.
As my job required me to work in international waters and trade between different companies, my international experience is almost the same as well and I have visited 5 out 7 continents ( except Africa & South America) and more than 50 countries.
I had been working in Japanese companies( MOL & NYK, being the largest and second largest shipping companies of the world respectively), onboard vessels with foreign owner and foreign flag, with multinational officers and crew including, Russian, Croatian, Filipino, Bangladeshi, Indonesian, Chinese, Vietnamese etc.

Extra Curricular : Was National Kickboxing Championship Quarter-Finalist
Working voluntarily for "Variye Nagarik Seva Sansthan" an organisation to help poor old aged people.
Has worked with NGO "1% Humanity" in co-ordination with Kolkata Police
Helped Kolkata Police in Blood Donation camps during college years.

Short Term Goal : Post MBA, I would like to work with the Industry/ Manufacturing or Energy sector.

VLM course is my dream course but I cannot wait for one more year, Is having work experience of 5+ years is such an important factor??

Can deferred admissions be given??

dear all.. when does the application process starts for PGPEX-VLM....

Thanks a lot for ur reply.

Could u guide me the path that will reach me out to model essays.I have an year left out for preparation for getting into this program so pls help me out.Anything more do I need to get more before facing the interview?Wat sort of attitude do the interviewers expect from the students facing the interview.Anything more regarding MBA.Pls give ur valuable sugessions:|

Hi seniors

Harsha here from oil & gas back ground with 4 yrs of work experience.I am interested in this course and want to know in detail regarding the pattern of admission in detail starting from any model qn papers to the interview format.Also i would like to ask u dat once we complete this course what sort of profiles does we aptly suit?I havd a Gmat score of 580 .I know dat its not a gud one.so can u guide me that do i need to improve on it and re write it to make my application strong or concentrate on the remaining aspects as i do have an year of time to be eligible.pls guide me.also tell me wat will be the impact created on the application with low gmat score?can u show me d path of few modrl essays

Hi Harsha
The requirement for admission is that one should have 5yrs or more work-ex before the application due date is over. This has been the preliminary requirement for all the previous batches. Pls check if you satisfy this preliminary eligibility condition when the application opens.

If YES then the application will have 2-3 essays along with your acad & work-ex profile. The questions for the aptitude test will be a grade below the CAT level & that for the engineering aptitude will consist of basic engineering questions from all streams of engineering. GMAT score can be declared in your application form & your final admission selection will depend on your overall performance & hence will not depend on your GMAT score alone. Pls keep this in mind that your overall performance matters & one should not look at specific aspects of application alone. If you are shortlisted in the written test then the interview completely depends on the panel present. But pls prepare well for standard questions (like -why MBA, why this course, questions from your essays etc) & also questions from your work-ex.

Hope this helps
All the best

Regards
PGPEX-VLM Batch 5

Hi seniors

Harsha here from oil & gas back ground with 4 yrs of work experience.I am interested in this course and want to know in detail regarding the pattern of admission in detail starting from any model qn papers to the interview format.Also i would like to ask u dat once we complete this course what sort of profiles does we aptly suit?I havd a Gmat score of 580 .I know dat its not a gud one.so can u guide me that do i need to improve on it and re write it to make my application strong or concentrate on the remaining aspects as i do have an year of time to be eligible.pls guide me.also tell me wat will be the impact created on the application with low gmat score?can u show me d path of few modrl essays

Dear seniors,
In the website it is mentioned that GMAT score could be furnished to substantiate the academics. how much beneficial it will be for one to have a good GMAT score even if one has a satisfactory academic profile?

Regards

Shortlisting for the written test & as well as for the program is based on the candidate's overall profile(acads+work ex + essays + written test performance + interview). If you have taken GMAT(optional) score then u can pride the details. A good GMAT score will definitely help in having a good overall profile, but it alone is not the sole criteria.

Thanks
PGPEX VLM Batch 5

Dear seniors,
In the website it is mentioned that GMAT score could be furnished to substantiate the academics. how much beneficial it will be for one to have a good GMAT score even if one has a satisfactory academic profile?

Regards

Hello VLMites,
I had attended the VLM interview on Dec 2009 and I was not shortlisted for that year. I didn't tried for last year due to personal reasons (IIMC is not providing family accomodation).
I have some queries regarding the course, fees etc.
1. How is the trend going in VLM batch? Are they coming to this course mainly for role change or for final placements?
2. How is the placements and what are the roles they r getting?
3. What is the fees for this year - 7 or 9 Lakhs?
4. Is there any industry sponsored people?
5. Does IIMC has any plans in future to accomodate the family for this course?
Thanks & Regards,
anna

Hi
1. Since most of the incoming students are from industry(shop floor) background, the focus is on role change. But placements are also important aspect that guides them.
2. For last years placements, the data is available in the website.
3. Fee for the current batch is 9L
4. Yes we have sponsored candidates in present batch. More details about batch profile is available in the website.
5. So far only PGPEX & few PGP students are provided with family accommodation. We do not have much information abt ur query as such. But u can call up IIMC & find out. Also note that the program is divided between 3 institutes & is highly travel intensive structure. All these aspects should be considered before taking decision.

Thanks

PGPEX-VLM Batch 5

Hello VLMites,
I had attended the VLM interview on Dec 2009 and I was not shortlisted for that year. I didn't tried for last year due to personal reasons (IIMC is not providing family accomodation).
I have some queries regarding the course, fees etc.
1. How is the trend going in VLM batch? Are they coming to this course mainly for role change or for final placements?
2. How is the placements and what are the roles they r getting?
3. What is the fees for this year - 7 or 9 Lakhs?
4. Is there any industry sponsored people?
5. Does IIMC has any plans in future to accomodate the family for this course?
Thanks & Regards,
anna

Dear Seniors,

I am a chemical engineer working with a petrochemicals major in the manufacturing site as a field engineer. I will have 5 years of exp this sept. As a VLMP aspirant, I would be very pleased to know the chances/eligibility for my call for the written test. Pl guide me on the preparation for the exams, u may pl share your experiences and methods for prep.

Have a nice day!

Thanks and Regards,
sriprass@gmail.com

You stand a good chance. The current batch has about 10 students from oil&gas; / petrochem background. Prepare your application well including the essays( very important). The quant & verbal exams will be 1 grade below that of CAT level. The engineering aptitude will test very basic knowledge of all engineering streams (from computer science, electrical, electronics, mechanical, chemical & material science/metallurgy, civil etc). Suggest going through basics of all branches of engineering.

Regads

PGPEX-VLM Batch 5

Dear Seniors,

I am a chemical engineer working with a petrochemicals major in the manufacturing site as a field engineer. I will have 5 years of exp this sept. As a VLMP aspirant, I would be very pleased to know the chances/eligibility for my call for the written test. Pl guide me on the preparation for the exams, u may pl share your experiences and methods for prep.

Have a nice day!

Thanks and Regards,
sriprass@gmail.com

Hello sir..
I am working with a PSU and will be just eligible in terms of work ex(5 yrs) in october'11. What are my chances of getting a call for the written test?? also throw some light on the Engineering aptitude section of the test? Can you cite certain questions from previous years exam on eng. apt. section , so that the pattern becomes more clear to us..

Hi yes you definitely stand a good chance. Please see the PGPEX-VLM IIM Calcutta website for the current batch diversity. Prepare well for the essays that you would have to fill in the application form.

The engineering aptitude test will be having basic engineering questions from all the fields of engineering. If you can study first year engineering books, that would be sufficient. The questions will test very basic fundamentals of engineering knowledge. The quant & verbal will not be that tough. We cannot quote questions because of policy issues. Last year test was conducted in IIT Kanpur. This year it will be conducted in IIT Madras.

Hope this helps. Please let us know if you have any other queries & All the best.

Thanks

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Hello sir..
I am working with a PSU and will be just eligible in terms of work ex(5 yrs) in october'11. What are my chances of getting a call for the written test?? also throw some light on the Engineering aptitude section of the test? Can you cite certain questions from previous years exam on eng. apt. section , so that the pattern becomes more clear to us..