IMT Ghaziabad PGDM Admissions 2026
Programs Offered Under IMT Ghaziabad
IMT Ghaziabad offers the following AICTE-approved postgraduate management programs:
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PGDM (General) – 2-year full-time residential
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PGDM Marketing
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PGDM Financial Management
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PGDM Banking & Financial Services (BFS)
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PGDM Dual Country Programme (DCP)
Eligibility Criteria
For PGDM / PGDM Marketing / PGDM Financial Management / PGDM BFS / PGDM DCP
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Bachelor’s degree (minimum 3 years) in any discipline
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Minimum 50% aggregate marks
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Valid score in CAT, XAT, or GMAT
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Final-year graduates may apply subject to submission of final results
Selection Process
Step 1: Application
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Candidates apply through the IMT Common Application Form for all campuses including Ghaziabad.
Step 2: Shortlisting
Shortlisting is based on:
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Entrance exam score (CAT/XAT/GMAT)
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Academic profile (10th, 12th, graduation)
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Work experience (if applicable)
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Diversity factors
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Overall profile quality
Step 3: CT–PI Process
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Candidates appear for the Critical Thinking Test (CT) followed by a Personal Interview (PI).
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The process is conducted offline across multiple cities in India.
Step 4: Final Selection
Final admission offers are based on a composite score comprising:
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Entrance exam performance
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Academic background
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Work experience (if applicable)
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CT performance
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PI performance
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Diversity factors
Key Admissions Rules
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No sectional cutoff is applied during shortlisting.
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No management or institutional quota – admissions are purely merit-based.
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Course change is not permitted after admission.
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The PGDM programs are fully residential, and staying on campus is mandatory.
Application Fee
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The Common Application Fee for IMT admissions: ₹3,500
IMT Ghaziabad Admissions FAQs
Q. When is the interview conducted for IMT Ghaziabad?
The Critical Thinking Test and Personal Interview (CT–PI) process is tentatively scheduled in February and March each year as part of the IMT Common Admissions process.
Q. Is the interview conducted offline or online?
IMT Ghaziabad conducts offline, in-person interviews across multiple cities in India.
Applicants must appear at any of the designated centres listed on the admissions page. Candidates who do not reside near these locations will need to travel to their preferred centre.
Q. What is the shortlisting process for IMT Ghaziabad?
IMT follows a holistic shortlisting approach, evaluating:
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Academic consistency in 10th, 12th, and graduation
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Scores in recommended entrance exams
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Quality and relevance of work experience, professional certifications, or entrepreneurial exposure
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Overall profile strength and sustained commitment to academic and professional growth
Q. Is there any sectional cut-off for CTPI shortlisting?
No. IMT Ghaziabad does not apply sectional cut-offs while shortlisting candidates for the CTPI process.
Q. How is the composite score for final selection calculated?
The final composite score includes:
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Entrance exam score
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Past academic performance
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Diversity factors
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Professional work experience (if any)
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Critical Thinking Test performance
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Personal Interview (PI) performance
Each parameter carries a defined weightage to determine the final selection outcome.
Q. Can a student change their course after admission?
No. IMT Ghaziabad does not allow course changes once a student has been allotted a program.
Q. What is the fee refund policy at IMT Ghaziabad?
IMT follows the AICTE-prescribed fee refund policy.
Students must refer to the latest AICTE academic calendar and handbook for complete details regarding deadlines and refund rules.
Q. Is there any management or institutional quota?
No. IMT Ghaziabad admissions are 100% merit-based, with no management or institutional quota under any circumstances.
Q. Is it mandatory to stay on campus?
Yes. The PGDM is a 2-year full-time residential program, and staying on campus is mandatory for all admitted students.
Q. When does the application form open?
The common application form for IMT Ghaziabad, IMT Nagpur, and IMT Hyderabad is currently open on the official admissions portal.
Q. Do we need to fill out separate forms for all three campuses of IMT?
No. A single common application form is used for all three campuses, and you can indicate your campus preferences within the same form.
Q. For which programs can I apply through this form?
The common application allows you to apply for all two-year PGDM programs offered across IMT Ghaziabad, IMT Nagpur, and IMT Hyderabad.
Q. If I make a mistake while applying, can I correct it later?
Yes. You can edit your application form, except for your name and email address, within the form-editing window provided on the admissions portal.
Q. Can I change the centre for the CTPI process?
Yes. You can modify your CTPI centre preferences for a limited period. IMT will try to allot your first preference, but the second preference may be assigned if the first one is unavailable.
Q. What is the deadline to apply at IMT?
The deadline has not been announced yet, and applicants are advised to complete the form early to avoid last-minute issues.
Q. Can I change my specialization preference after submitting the form?
Yes. Specialization preferences can be updated during the form-editing period.
Q. Is it mandatory to provide personal bank account details while applying?
Yes. These details are required to facilitate refunds in case a duplicate transaction occurs.
Q. How do I make the application fee payment?
The fee can be paid online through the admissions portal using various digital payment methods such as Net Banking, Debit or Credit Cards, or UPI.
Q. What is the refund policy for the application fee?
The application fee is non-refundable.