SPJIMR PGPDM batch 27 applications open
October 8, 2025
PGPDM empowers changemakers with the knowledge, skills, and networks to lead the next wave of social change
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR) has opened applications for batch 27—Class of 2027—of its Post Graduate Programme in Development Management (PGPDM), commencing February 2026.
India’s only Development Management Programme internationally accredited by EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA, the PGPDM combines academic rigour with practical learning, tailored for professionals working in the social sector.
“As the social sector landscape evolves, so must its leaders. The PGPDM is designed to equip professionals not only with passion but also with strategic management tools—from finance to governance—that turn intent into measurable, sustainable impact. We are seeking candidates ready to lead the next wave of social change,” said Prof. Tanojkumar Meshram, Chairperson, PGPDM, SPJIMR.
With CSR funding in India growing rapidly, the demand for skilled talent in the social sector has never been greater. SPJIMR’s PGPDM bridges this gap by bringing mainstream management expertise to NGOs and social enterprises. It fosters an ecosystem where corporate resources and social missions align to tackle India’s most pressing development challenges.
Since its launch in 2011, the PGPDM has impacted more than 417 organisations across 28 Indian states. PGPDM alumni include founders, heads, trustees, directors and heads of NGOs, alongside social entrepreneurs, CSR managers, programme officers, and consultants driving change across the social sector.
The 12-month modular programme offers 32 courses delivered over six contact periods, blending classroom and online learning. The hybrid structure allows participants to balance academic development with work commitments, with the first, third, and final contact sessions held at SPJIMR’s Mumbai campus.
Eligibility and selection process
- Graduate in any discipline from a recognised university.
- Minimum of two years of relevant full-time work experience.
- Basic computer proficiency and comfort with English as the medium of instruction.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview.
- Sponsored candidates must attach a letter of support from their sponsoring organisation.
Scholarships
Limited scholarships are available for deserving candidates from low-income backgrounds. Scholarship applications close on November 15, 2025.
To apply, visit https://spjimr.org/pgpdm-admissions/.
About SPJIMR
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR) is one of India’s leading postgraduate management institutes. It is recognised in the Financial Times MiM rankings as the #35 business school globally and among the Top 3 in India, ranked by Business Today as one of the country’s top five business schools, and rated by the Positive Impact Rating as one of the top five schools worldwide for societal impact. Known for its innovative and socially-conscious approach to management education, research, and community engagement, SPJIMR aims to influence managerial practice and promote the value-based growth of its students, alumni, organisations and its leaders, and society. SPJIMR holds the international ‘Triple Crown’ of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA.
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