Great Lakes Institute of Management (GLIM), Chennai

Est. 2004

Chennai, TAMIL NADU

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Great Lakes Institute of Management (GLIM), Chennai campus
Great Lakes Institute of Management (GLIM), Chennai campus
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Admissions, Eligibility and Shortlisting Process at Great Lakes Institute of Management (GLIM), Chennai

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Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM) - 1 yr

Eligibility Criteria

1. All GMAT Takers [GMAT 2023 | GMAT 2024, GMAT 2025 & GMAT 2026 (taken on or before 10th March, 2026)] 2. All CAT 2024 & CAT 2025 takers 3. All XAT 2025 & XAT 2026 takers 4. All NMAT 2024 & NMAT 2025 takers 5. Candidates with 2-3 years of work experience by 30th April 2026 are encouraged to apply for the One Year Flagship PGPM. They are also eligible to apply for the Two year PGDM. 6. A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized institution

Selection Process

Applicants are evaluated based on GMAT/CAT/XAT/NMAT scores, past academic performance, essays, work experience and performance in the 2 interview rounds.

Post Graduate Diploma In Management (PGDM) - 2 yrs

Eligibility Criteria

1. All GMAT Takers [GMAT 2022 | GMAT 2023, GMAT 2024 & GMAT 2025 (taken on or before 10th March, 2025)] 2. All CAT 2024 & CAT 2025 takers 3. All XAT 2025 & XAT 2026 takers 4. All NMAT 2024 & NMAT 2025 takers 5. Candidates with 2-3 years of work experience by 30th April 2025 are encouraged to apply for the One Year Flagship PGPM. They are also eligible to apply for the Two year PGDM. 6. A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized institution

Selection Process

Applicants are evaluated based on GMAT/CAT/XAT/NMAT scores, past academic performance, essays, work experience and performance in the 2 interview rounds.

Post Graduate Program in Management(PGPM) – Family Business & Entrepreneurship (FBE) - 2 yrs

Eligibility Criteria

1. Recognized undergraduate degree with at least 50% score. 2. Should be part of a registered Family Business or an Entrepreneur. 3. Applicants can take Great Lakes Aptitude Test (GREAT) alternatively for admissions to PGPM - FBE.

Post Graduate Executive Program in Management (PGXPM) - 1 yr

Eligibility Criteria

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any discipline, with an academic track record of 50% throughout 2. Minimum 8 years full time work experience by 1st October, 2025 3. Two Recommendations (provide email-ids of the recommenders, the recommenders would be contacted at a later date) 4. Statement of Purpose (SOP)

Selection Process

1. Shortlisting based on information provided in the application form 2. Screening for academic performance and quality of work experience 3. Assessment of clarity of purpose in pursuing executive management, interview performance and overall academic achievements

Frequently Asked Question(s)

Your questions, answered!

What is the admission process?

Admission is based on CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT scores, followed by a personal interview. Work experience is preferred but not mandatory.

How are the placements?

GLIM has strong placements, with a highest package of ₹39.3 LPA and an average package of ₹17.3 LPA, in 2024. Top recruiters include Accenture, Aditya Birla Capital, Adobe, Adroit Aquatech Pvt Ltd, Africian, Agilisium, Airtel, Arcesium, Axis bank, Axtria, Beghou Consulting, Berger Paints, Black Berry, Bosch Limited, CAMS, CISCO.

Can I get admission in GLIM Chennai with 85 percentile in CAT?

Yes, 85 percentile in CAT is competitive for GLIM. The selection also considers academics, work experience (if any), and interview performance.

What is the fee structure?

The 1-year PGPM costs around ₹23L, while the 2-year PGDM costs around ₹22L. Scholarships and loans are available.

Does GLIM provide hostel facilities?

Yes, GLIM offers on-campus hostel accommodation with modern amenities.

What programs does GLIM Chennai offer?

GLIM Chennai offers a 1-year PGPM, a 2-year PGDM, focusing on analytics, finance, marketing, and operations, PGPM - Family Business & Entrepreneurship (FBE) and Post Graduate Executive Program in Management (PGXPM).

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