IIM Kashipur
PGP-SM at IIM Kashipur
Where MBA meets climate action. A 2-year deep-dive into ESG, circular economy & social impact.
Key numbers
NIRF Management Rank
#23
Programme Duration
24 months
Total Fees
₹17.5 L
Batch Intake
30
Investment
₹17.5L total
~₹8.8L per year
- Year 1 Tuition₹8,75,000
- Year 2 Tuition₹8,75,000
Are you eligible?
Academic Background
Bachelor's degree in any discipline
Entrance Exam
Valid CAT score required
Entrance exams
Placement · 2025
Where graduates land
Placement rate
90%
Top recruiters
Niche But Growing
Only 30 seats make this India's most exclusive sustainability MBA. Great for personalized mentorship and ESG recruiting, but less ideal if you want a traditional finance or consulting pipeline.
The verdict
Good fit
Pick PGP-SM if you want to build a purpose-driven career at the intersection of business and planet. The small cohort, NIRF #23 tag, and specialized recruiters like Tata Sustainability Group and NITI Aayog give it serious credibility. That said, ₹17.5L is a steep bet for a niche track, and the program won't offer the breadth of a general MBA. It's a power move for sustainability believers—not a backup plan.
Matches what you said
- ✓ ESG & sustainability careers
- ✓ Social impact & rural development
- ✓ Small cohort learning
- ✓ Purpose-driven corporate roles
Doesn't match
- ✗ Traditional investment banking
- ✗ General management consulting
- ✗ High-growth tech product roles