IIM Ahmedabad · NIRF #1
The 1-Year Power Move
IIM Ahmedabad’s PGPx — built for experienced hustlers who want the best MBA classroom in India without hitting pause for two years.
Key numbers
NIRF Rank (Management)
#1
Duration
12 months
Batch Size
140
Total Fees
₹33L
Are you eligible?
Academic Background
You need a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline to get your foot in the door.
Entrance exams
Investment
₹33.0L total
- Total Programme Fee₹33,00,000
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Top recruiters
No Scholarships on the Table
If you were hoping for a fee waiver or grant, heads up — this programme doesn’t offer scholarships. Make sure your finances are locked and loaded before you jump in.
Campus Immersion Included
Hostel accommodation is available on campus, so you can stay plugged into the action. Between the global immersion module and core pillars like digital business and entrepreneurial leadership, expect a genuinely intense year.
The verdict
Strong fit
If you have solid work experience and can stomach the ₹33 lakh price tag, PGPx at IIM A is basically the ultimate flex. You’re getting the NIRF #1 brand, a classroom packed with high-performing execs, and a recruiter list that reads like a Fortune 500 who’s-who. The catch? It’s a financial commitment with zero scholarship buffer, so only go if your wallet (or loan game) is ready.
Matches what you said
- ✓ Elite brand value & alumni network
- ✓ One-year intensive format
- ✓ Top-tier consulting, tech & finance placements
Doesn't match
- ✗ Need scholarship or financial aid
- ✗ Looking for a part-time or flexible schedule