Lead. Innovate. Drive Change.
May 12, 2026
Join India’s top-ranked B-school for a transformative learning journey designed to reshape your career trajectory
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR), recognised as India’s #3 B-school by the Financial Times Master in Management Ranking 2026, and ranked #74 globally in the Financial Times (FT) Global MBA 2026 Ranking for its Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM), has opened applications for the 2027 cohort (Class of 2027) of its flagship PGPM for experienced professionals.
The 18-month, AICTE-approved PGPM is designed for working professionals with at least three years of full-time work experience and strong domain expertise, seeking to transition into general management roles. The programme also features Restart – a dedicated initiative supporting women looking to return to the workforce after a career break.
Accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA), UK, PGPM is known for its innovative pedagogy that blends classroom learning with immersive, real-world experiences. The curriculum emphasises design thinking, a growth mindset, and application-led learning. Participants also benefit from international immersion and exchange opportunities with leading global institutions such as INSEAD (France) and Cornell University (USA), among others.
The programme is designed to help professionals lead teams, innovate with purpose, and drive meaningful change in complex business environments. It offers a strong general management foundation with majors in Operations and Supply Chain Management, Information Management and Analytics, Sales and Marketing, Finance, and Human Resource Management.
Graduates from the Class of 2024 reported strong career outcomes, with an average CTC of INR 24.40 LPA, the highest CTC at INR 50 LPA, and an average salary increase of 119%.
Prof. Anshul Verma, Chairperson, PGPM, shared: “PGPM is designed to develop managers who can bring in business transformation in the digital age by combining deep functional expertise with capabilities in new-age business and digital transformation. The programme offers a flexible and immersive learning journey that enables participants to build strong foundations while learning to integrate and apply knowledge across domains. Through a blend of academic rigor, industry engagement, and experiential learning, PGPM prepares participants to navigate complexity and lead with confidence in a rapidly evolving business landscape.”
The admissions process for the 2027–28 batch (Class of 2027) commenced on April 1, 2026, with the final application deadline set for September 15, 2026. Admissions will be conducted in three phases, with early offers extended to exceptional candidates. The programme is scheduled to commence on December 1, 2026.
Application timelines are as follows:
- Phase I: April 1, 2026 to May 31, 2026
- Phase II: June 1, 2026 to July 31, 2026
- Final Phase: August 1, 2026 to September 15, 2026
Eligibility criteria
- A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in any discipline from a recognised university
- A minimum of three years of full-time work experience at the time of programme commencement
- Women applying under the Restart initiative must have at least two years of career break and three years of prior full-time work experience
- Applicants must submit a valid GMAT or CAT score
Selection process
Shortlisting will be profile-based, considering:
- Academic record
- Relevance of work experience
- Versatility and achievements
Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on a rolling basis.
Aspirants can apply through the online admissions portal
For more details, visit: https://www.spjimr.org/course/post-graduate-programme-in-management-pgpm/