Top Colleges in India Accepting GMAT Scores for MBA Admissions

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  Top Colleges in India Accepting GMAT Scores for MBA Admissions

  • 14-09-2023
  • Posted By : Admin

  When it comes to pursuing an MBA in India, the landscape of top-notch institutions has always been dominated by the highly competitive CAT (Common Admission Test). However, in recent years, a subtle but significant shift has occurred in the world of Indian business education. An increasing number of prestigious colleges and universities across the country are now opening their doors to applicants armed with GMAT scores. The Graduate Management Admission Test, traditionally associated with international MBA programs, has found its place in the Indian academic arena. In this blog, we'll explore the top colleges in India that are now accepting GMAT scores for MBA admissions, offering aspiring business leaders a broader spectrum of opportunities.

  What is GMAT and Why is it Important for MBA Admissions in India?

  
  

  GMAT, which stands for Graduate Management Admission Test, is a computer adaptive test designed to evaluate a candidate's critical thinking, problem-solving, and reasoning skills. It is a standardized test that is accepted by more than 7,000 programs worldwide, including top MBA colleges in India.

  The GMAT score is a significant component of the MBA admissions process in India. It is used by the admission committees to assess a candidate's aptitude for the rigors of an MBA program and their potential for academic success. GMAT scores are especially crucial for candidates who do not have a strong academic record or work experience.

  As such, preparing for the GMAT is a critical step for candidates aspiring to enroll in a top MBA college in India. While there are many GMAT focus prep online resources available, including study materials, practice tests, and GMAT focus online courses, candidates need to ensure they understand the GMAT focus syllabus, manage their time well, and focus on their strengths. A strong GMAT score can enhance a candidate's profile, and increase their chances of securing admission in their desired MBA program.

  Top 10 Government Business Schools in India Accepting GMAT

  
  

  1. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad

  • IIM Ahmedabad considers GMAT scores for their Post Graduate Program in Management for Executives (PGPX), which is specially designed for experienced professionals.
  • Currently, the minimum GMAT entry score required for admission to IIM Ahmedabad's PGPX program is 720.

  2. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore

  • IIM Bangalore considers GMAT scores as part of their admissions process for the Executive Post Graduate Program (EPGP), which is a one-year, full-time residential program designed for experienced professionals.
  • The average GMAT score required is 720.

  3. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta

  • IIM Calcutta considers GMAT scores for their one-year full-time residential Post Graduate Program for Executives (PGPEX), which is specifically designed for professionals with substantial work experience.
  • IIM Calcutta specifies that a GMAT score is considered valid for the application process if the test was taken within 36 months prior to the application date.
  • The average GMAT score required is 697.

  4. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow

  • IIM Lucknow accepts GMAT scores for the following programs:-
  • Executive Fellow Program in Management (EFPM)
  • Fellow Program in Management (FPM)
  • International Program in Management for Executives (IPMX)
  • The average GMAT score for IIM Lucknow School of Business is 710.

  5. Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kozhikode

  • IIM Kozhikode accepts GMAT score for admissions into the following programs:-
  • Post Graduate Program (PGP)
  • Executive Post Graduate Program (EPGP)
  • Fellow Program in Management (FPM)
  • GMAT score accepted by IIM Kozhikode is 700 and above.

  6. Shailesh J Mehta School of Management, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay

  • This institution accepts GMAT scores for the following programs:-
  • Executive MBA Program
  • Master of Management Program (accepts GMAT score of International applicants only)
  • To apply to this top b-school in India, you need a base GMAT score of 600.

  7. Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT), New Delhi

  • MBA in International Business program considers GMAT score for admissions.
  • The GMAT score cutoff is 650.

  8. Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS), Mumbai

  • The programs that accept GMAT scores are:-
  • MMS Program (GMAT accepted for International candidates)
  • MSc Finance
  • Minimum GMAT score required is 650.

  9. Atal Bihari Vajpayee-Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management (ABV-IIITM), Gwalior

  • IIITM Gwalior considers GMAT score for MBA admissions.
  • The average GMAT score required is 650.

  10. Indian Institute Of Management – Indore (IIM – Indore)

  • IIM Indore considers GMAT scores for e-Post Graduate Program (EPGP)
  • The average GMAT score at IIM Indore is 650.
  
  

  Top 10 Private Business Schools in India Accepting GMAT

  
  

  1. Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur

  • This college accepts GMAT scores for getting admitted into the PGDM-GM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management - General Management) program.
  • The GMAT cut-off score is 720.

  2. Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurgaon

  • MDI Gurgaon offers the following programs by considering GMAT scores:-
  • PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management)
  • PGDM-HRM (Post-Graduate Diploma in Management – Human Resource Management)
  • PGPM-IB (Post Graduate Program in Management – International Business)
  • An average GMAT score of 700 is required.

  3. S. P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

  • GMAT scores are considered for being eligible for the following programs:-
  • PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management).
  • PGDM-BM (Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management).
  • PGPM (Post Graduate Program in Management)
  • The GMAT cut-off score is 650.

  4. Institute of Management Technology (IMT), Ghaziabad

  • IMT Ghaziabad accepts GMAT for all the PGDM Programs and PGDM-ExP (Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management for Experienced Professionals)
  • The minimum GMAT cut-off score is 650.

  5. TA Pai Management Institute (TAPMI), Manipal

  • The programs that accept GMAT scores are;-
  • Post-Graduate Diploma in Management Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
  • Post Graduate Diploma in banking and financial
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing Management
  • A GMAT score that ranges from 630 to 730 is required for scholarship applications.

  6. MICA, Ahmedabad

  • GMAT scores are accepted for pursuing following programs:-
  • PGDM (Post-Graduate Diploma in Management)
  • PGDM-C (Post Graduate Diploma In Management - Communications)
  • A minimum GMAT score of 620 is required for admission.

  7. Xavier Institute of Management (XIM), Bhubaneswar

  • GMAT scores are accepted for MBA (two-year), Executive MBA (one year) programs.
  • The minimum GMAT score required is 550.

  8. Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai

  • Great Lakes Institute of Management considers GMAT scores for its Post Graduate Program in Management - International Business (PGPM-IB) and Post Graduate Program in Management - Executive (PGPM-EX) programs.
  • Average GMAT score requirements ranges from 600 to760.

  9. International Management Institute (IMI), New Delhi

  • This institution accepts GMAT scores for the following programs:-
  • 2 Year full time PGDM
  • 2 years full time PGDM-HRM
  • 2 years full time PGDM-B&FS
  • The average GMAT score cut-off is 650.

  10. FORE School of Management, New Delhi

  • FORE School of Management, New Delhi accepts GMAT scores for the following programs.
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Management-International Business
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Management-Financial Management
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Management-Big Data Analytics)
  • The average GMAT cut-off score is 650.

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