The summer placement process for the Post-Graduate Programme in Food and Agribusiness Management (PGP-FABM) at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad for the batch of 2024-26 concluded successfully on November 15, 2024. Conducted in a hybrid mode, the process saw all 47 students secure internships in leading organizations for April–June 2025.
In an official release, IIM Ahmedabad stated:
“The successful completion of the placement process is a testament to the high-quality learning experience at the institute and the robust placement process that provides adequate flexibility to both recruiters and students.”
IIM Ahmedabad PGP-FABM Batch Summer Placements 2024-26: Key Stats and Trends
39 companies participated in this year’s process, offering diverse roles across sectors such as Management Consulting, Finance and commodity Trading, Agri-Inputs and agri-tech, Conglomerates, Food Supply Chain, Food Processing, ESG Consulting, FMCG Retail, and more.
Regular recruiters like Accenture, EY, Godrej Agrovet, Bayer, Nestle, United Breweries, DeHaat, Corteva, and AMUL returned with key roles. At the same time, new industry giants such as Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC), Mapro, Husk Power Systems, and Drools marked their debut. This mix of returning and new recruiters reflects the growing demand for agribusiness and food management talent.
IIM Ahmedabad PGP-FABM Summer Placements 2024: Sector-Wise Placement Breakdown:
- Management Consulting: 6 students
- Finance & Commodity Trading: 6 students
- ESG Consulting & Advisory: 7 students
- Agri-Input & Agri-tech: 12 students
- FMCG: 10 students
- Manufacturing & Food Processing: 4 students
- Alco-beverages: 1 student
- Miscellaneous Cohorts: 1 student
Companies That Stood Out:
IIM Ahmedabad PGP-FABM Summer Placement process featured an impressive roster of companies, including:
- FMCG & Food Supply Chain: Nestle, AMUL, Everest Instruments, Happilo, Vegrow, and Licious.
- Agri-tech & Inputs: Bayer, DeHaat, PI Industries, Mahyco International, Grow Indigo, and Corteva.
- Sustainability & ESG Consulting: Varaha, Samunnati, and Roquette.
- Conglomerates & Manufacturing: Louis Dreyfus Company, Husk Power Systems, and Sahyadri Farms.
Highlights from the Process:
- Diverse Role Opportunities: Students secured roles in cutting-edge areas like ESG consulting, Agri-tech innovation, and commodity trading, reflecting the program's emphasis on versatility.
- New Recruiter Interest: With fresh participation from companies like Drools and Avanti Finance, the PGP-FABM program attracts attention from broader industries.
- Perfect Batch Placement: All 47 students were placed, underlining the program’s excellence in matching student potential with industry needs.
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PGP-FABM program at IIM Ahmedabad is a preferred choice for students and recruiters, driven by its strong focus on blending management expertise with food and agribusiness. With such stellar placement outcomes, the program remains a leader in shaping future agribusiness professionals ready to tackle global challenges.