GMAT 2024 Guide: Exam Pattern, Top MBA Colleges, Fees & Salary Insights

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GMAT EXAM 2024: EXAM PATTERN

SECTIONS	QUESTIONS	TIME
Quantitative Aptitude	21	45 minutes
Verbal Ability	23	45 minutes
Data Insights	20	45 minutes

COLLEGES ACCEPTING GMAT SCORE FOR THEIR PROGRAMME

INDIAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

ISB’s Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM) is a 12-month full-time course designed to offer comprehensive management education. The total program fee is ₹41,78,000 (plus applicable taxes). Graduates of this program have an impressive average placement package of ₹34.21 lakh per annum, reflecting its strong industry relevance and career outcomes.

NEW ADDITION(From 2025 onwards)

The ISB’s newly launched Postgraduate Programme in Management (PGPM) is a 20-month full-time course that provides an in-depth understanding of management principles. The program fees are approximately ₹30 lakh, offering aspiring business leaders a comprehensive learning experience.

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IIM AHMEDABAD

The Post Graduate Programme in Management for Executives (PGPX) at IIM Ahmedabad is a 12-month full-time program for experienced professionals seeking advanced management education. The total program fee is ₹33 lakh, and graduates from this prestigious course enjoy an impressive average placement package of ₹35.68 lakh per annum, highlighting the program's strong career prospects.

IIM BANGALORE

The Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP) at IIM Bangalore is a 12-month full-time course designed for professionals aiming to enhance their leadership and management skills. The program fee is ₹33.96 lakh, and graduates benefit from an average placement package of ₹35.68 lakh per annum, reflecting the program’s strong industry reputation and career advancement opportunities.

IIM CALCUTTA

The MBA for Executives (MBA-Ex) at IIM Calcutta is a 12-month full-time program designed for experienced professionals looking to advance their careers in management. The program fee is ₹31 lakh, and graduates typically secure an average placement package of ₹30.90 lakh per annum, showcasing the program's strong industry connections and career outcomes.

XLRI Jamshedpur

The Post Graduate Diploma in General Management (PGDM) at XLRI Jamshedpur is a 15-month full-time program designed for professionals seeking to enhance their managerial expertise. With a program fee of ₹24.2 lakh, it offers strong career prospects, as evidenced by an average placement package of ₹29.8 lakh per annum. This course provides a well-rounded management education with excellent industry exposure.

SPJIMR Mumbai

PROGRAMME NAME	Post Graduate Programme in General Management (PGPM)
Programme duration	15 months full time
Fees	21.50 LPA
Avg package	23.88 LPA

IIM Indore

PROGRAMME NAME	Executive Post Graduate Programme (EPGP)
Programme duration	12 months full time
Fees	22.1 LPA
Avg package	27.8 LPA

8. MDI Gurgaon

PROGRAMME NAME	Post Graduate Diploma in Management-Business Management (PGDM-BM)
Programme duration	18 months full time
Fees	16.7 LPA
Avg package	25.5 LPA

IMT Ghaziabad

PROGRAMME NAME	Post Graduate Diploma in Management(Executive)
Programme duration	18 months full time
Fees	19.53 LPA
Avg package	23.07 LPA