IIM-A invites applications for e-Post Graduate Diploma Programme in Advanced Business Analytics
Interested candidates can apply for admission to the programme from August 1, 2022. The application form can be downloaded from https://epgd-aba.iima.ac.in/round1/main.html.
IIM-Ahmedabad e-PGD ABA Admissions 2022
IIM-A e-PGD ABA Admissions 2022: The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) has invited eligible candidates to apply for the fourth batch of its e-Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Business Analytics (e-PGD ABA). IIM-A e-PGD ABA is a 16-month programme in Applied Analytics for working professionals. Interested candidates can apply for admission to the programme from August 1, 2022. The application form can be downloaded from https://epgd-aba.iima.ac.in/round1/main.html.
IIM-A e-PGD ABA Admissions 2022: Important Dates
| Events |
Round-1 |
Round-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Application Opens |
1-Aug- 2022 |
7-Nov-2022 |
| Application Deadline |
30-Oct-2022 |
15-Jan-2023 |
| Entrance Exam |
6-Nov-2022 |
22-Jan-2023 |
| Personal Interviews |
12-Nov-2022 to 13-Nov-2022 |
4-Feb-2023 to 5-Feb-2023 |
| Selection Announcement |
21-Nov-2022 |
20-Feb-2023 |
The e-PGD ABA programme is designed specifically to cater to this demand and is inviting applications from professionals who would like to learn Applied Analytics without taking a break from their work, the official statement reads.
It further adds, “Meant to accommodate the hectic schedules of working professionals, the programme offers a carefully balanced mix of online and on-campus experiential modules. The objective of the programme is to help candidates learn and internalize strong conceptual foundations of Applied Analytics through rigorous coursework, peer to peer learning and capstone projects.”
Commonly asked questions
Candidates (General category) seeking admission to IIM-A for MBA must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate. For final selection, a student is required to have a valid score in the CAT exam (both sectional and overall) and is required to go through the AWT and PI rounds conducted by the institute. Additionally, for the final selection of candidates, everything right from their scores in Class 10, Class 12 and graduation are considered along with their CAT percentile, PI and WAT scores, stream in Class 12 and work experience.
Qualifying CAT is a must-have criteria for admission to IIMs and other top Management colleges in India. A well-planned strategy along with a correct approach of preparation is essential for admission to MBA, especially in the top MBA colleges in India. A prep strategy that will help you ace the CAT exam for admission to IIM Ahmedabad is as follows:
- Choose the right reference book
- Solve as many CAT Mock Tests as possible.!
- Solve CAT PYQs for thorough revision to reduce the scope of mistakes
- Read books, editorials, newspapers, and journals to improve your vocabulary and reading skills. Check below section-wise questions and answers:
| VARC questions with answers | DI & LR questions with answers | Quantitative Aptitude questions with answers |
For admission to MBA (or PGP) at IIM Ahmedabad, the CAT test is usually conducted in November. Aspirants of IIM Ahmedabad are required to appear for the exam in Computer Based Testing mode at the allotted test centres. CAT exam is held in three slots:
- Morning slot: 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
- Afternoon slot: 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM
- Evening slot: 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Candidates seeking admission in MBA-PGPX at IIM Ahmedabad must have a bachelor's degree and at least four years of experience. On successful completion of this course, students are given a Master of Business Administration degree. For admission, aspirants must have GMAT/ GRE scores. Candidates are also required to appear for a PI round and submit an essay for final selection.
The ePGD-ABA programme offers courses on tools and techniques for data visualization, modelling and analysis of data, machine learning algorithms, and finally, the domain specific applications of data analytics across functions.
IIM-A e-PGD ABA Admissions 2022 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates who have a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience (preferably in business analytics), hold a bachelor’s degree, have strong quantitative and analytical problem-solving skills and a valid test score in GMAT/GRE/CAT/GATE or the ePGD-ABA qualifying-cum-aptitude test can apply for the programme.
Talking about the commencement of IIM-A e-PGD ABA, Professor Sachin Jayaswal, Chairperson, ePGD-ABA said, “With the first two batches of the programme, we have seen professionals transform their career paths, also transitioning into data analysis roles despite being from non-analytics backgrounds. Our programme looks at application of Analytics across functions including Marketing, HR, Finance, Operations and Public Policy and hence is apt for professionals from different areas. ePGD-ABA builds on IIMA’s legacy of exceptional academic rigor combined with focus on application to the real world.”
The programme offers meticulously designed coursework that caters to the current market requirements and touches upon all functional domains of business management and public policy. The efficacy of the programme is ensured through faculty members who bring into the classroom, insights and knowledge that are based on cutting-edge research and consulting projects with industry partners. To add to this, the coursework is packed with guest sessions from industry experts and thought leaders from academia, which ensures that participants are industry-ready at the end of the programme.
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered a month ago
IIM Ahmedabad MBA tuition fees ranges between INR 20.1 lakh-INR 27.5 lakh. The fee is quite high. As per the sources on web, the fees is high as it operates autonomously without direct funding from government. IIMA relies on expensive global learning resources and maintain a high-end campus infrastr
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Yes, IIM Ahmedabad is a premier tier-1 college. It is widely regarded as the top Management institute of India. It has been ranked at '1' in NIRF 2025 rankings under the 'Management' category. The institute also made its place in QS World University MBA rankings 2026 at '59' globally. The institute
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Candidates must pass bachelor's degree from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate (45% aggregate for SC, ST and PwD) to apply for MBA programme at IIM Ahmedabad.
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Yes, IIM Ahmedabad refunds MBA fees in case of withdrawal of admission after deducting a processing fees of INR 1,000. The refund is done as per the notification from MHRD, Department of Higher Education, Govt. of India. The refund is released to the same account from which amount was received.
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IIM Ahmedabad fees varies course-wise. Students selected for admission have to pay the course fees to confirm their seat. In case of withdrawal of admission, the institute refund fee after deduction of INR 1,000 towards processing charges. Check below IIMA course-wise fees:
| Course | Total Tuition Fees |
|---|---|
MBA | INR 20.1 lakh-INR 27.5 lakh |
MBA-PGPX | INR 35 lakh |
| e-PG Diploma in Advanced Business Analytics | INR 12 lakh |
| Blended PGP | INR 20 lakh |
| Blended PGP in BA & AI | INR 20 lakh |
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IIM Ahmedabad reserves seats as per the Government of India norms. The institute reserves maximum (27%) seats for OBC-NCL category students. 15% and 7.5% seats are reserved for SC and ST aspirants, respectively. 5% seats are reserved for PwD and 10% for EWS category candidates.
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Aspirants need to complete a bachelor's degree/ CA/ CS/ ICWA/ CMA or equivalent in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate to apply for Blended PGP programme at IIM Ahmedabad. Aspirants must have a minimum of three-year full-time work experience after graduation to apply.
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IIM Ahmedabad offers Exit Scholarship to MBA students who wish to go for Entrepreneurship, Not for Profit organisation or doctoral studies. Below is the criteria in detail:
GP/ PGP-FABM courses from the institute can apply for below IIM Ahmedabad scholarships:
| Scholarship | Scholarship Criteria |
|---|---|
| IIMA Special Need-Based Scholarships | Gross annual family income should be below INR 15 Lacs during previous financial year Must submit proof of family income, amount of educational loan taken, candidate's past earnings, etc. |
| IIMA Exit Scholarships (for students who go for entrepreneurship) | Students get monthly stipend of INR 20,000 for at most three consecutive years It is offered to 2 students from every batch |
IIMA Exit Scholarships (for students who join 'Not-for-Profit' organisation) | 2 students from every batch get this scholarship for 3 consecutive years Amount of scholarship ranges between INR 3 lakh-INR 4 Lacs per year per student |
| IIMA Exit Scholarships (for students who pursue doctoral studies) | 2 students from every batch get this scholarship for 3 consecutive years Amount of scholarship ranges between INR 3 lakh-INR 4 Lacs per year per student |
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