PGPDM Admission Process

Who can benefit?

Development Practitioners currently working in NGOs, foundations and social enterprises

Development Practitioners currently working in NGOs, foundations and social enterprises

CSR Professionals working in the corporate sector

CSR Professionals working in the corporate sector

Social Impact Fund Managers and Consultants ensuring efficient utilization of funds and maximisation of social impact

Social Impact Fund Managers and Consultants ensuring efficient utilization of funds and maximisation of social impact

Public Sector and Government Officials working in the arena of social policies, welfare and development

Public Sector and Government Officials working in the arena of social policies, welfare and development

Corporate, Business, and Other Professionals intending to transition to the development sector

Corporate, Business, and Other Professionals intending to transition to the development sector

Eligibility

A candidate applying for the PGPDM:

  • Should be a graduate (in any discipline) from a recognised university.
  • Should have a minimum of two years of relevant full-time work experience.
  • Should have basic proficiency in computers and comfortable with English as it is a medium of instruction.

Application process

  • Applications are invited on a rolling basis.
  • Applicants are expected to fill out the online application form on the SPJIMR PGPDM admission portal after carefully reading the brochure.
  • An application processing fee of INR 1000 has to be paid while filling up the application form.
  • The sponsored candidates are required to attach a letter from the sponsoring organisation supporting their candidacy along with the application.
  • Only shortlisted candidates are called for the online interview.

Selection process

  • Applicants are shortlisted based on their profiles and the information provided in the application form.
  • Shortlisted candidates are invited for an online personal interview with the faculty of SPJIMR.
  • Selection for the PGPDM programme is based on the candidate’s performance in the interview.

Important Information

  • Selected candidates must present original documents verifying educational qualifications, professional experience, identity, and address upon reporting to the campus.
  • Discrepancies between information provided in the application form and supporting documents may result in admission cancellation without a refund of the application processing fee.
  • Only shortlisted candidates for the interview and those selected thereafter will receive communication from SPJIMR.
  • Selected candidates must secure support from their organisation to join as the programme demands unwavering commitment and dedication.
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