Diploma

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)

Management · 2 years, full-time. Independently researched course information — no rankings, no sponsored placements.

01Course Overview

What this course is, and who it is for.

Course record

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Source
All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
Date
6 September 2026
Duration
2 years, full-time
Entry stage
After Graduation
Mode
On-campus
Level
Diploma
Stream
Management
Discipline
Business Administration
Typical outcome
Prepares graduates for management roles across sectors; equivalence to a degree is decided by the recognising authority.

A two-year postgraduate management diploma awarded by AICTE-approved autonomous institutions. It is a distinct qualification from the MBA degree awarded by a university.

This course is recorded as On-campus. Compare online, regular and distance study before you decide how to study it.

02Course Detail

Eligibility, subjects, skills and pathways.

Who should choose this course

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Eligibility

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Duration

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2 years, full-time

As prescribed by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).

Subjects

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Skills developed

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Career opportunities

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03Eligibility

What you need before you apply.

Entry requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
  • Selection usually includes an interview or written assessment.

Set by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). Minimum marks and relaxations differ by category, state and institution.

Qualifying exams

  • University or state entrance test

    Admission is decided by the institution's or state's own entrance process.

05Official Source

Where this information comes from.

Official source

Approval, duration and standards for PGDM programmes offered by autonomous institutions are prescribed by AICTE through its Approval Process Handbook published at aicte-india.org.

Last checked: 6 September 2026

Important notes

  • Course structures, eligibility and selection processes are revised by institutions and regulators each academic year.
  • Always confirm current details with the official regulator or the institution before deciding.