Gitarattan International Business School Rohini Delhi Answered Questions

GIBS Bangalore strongly emphasizes entrepreneurship and innovation by offering specialised platforms and structured programs. The GIBS Business School Innovation, Research & Entrepreneurship (IRE) School is a key initiative that integrates entrepreneurial learning with academics. It provides training in idea generation, business planning, prototyping, and execution. Students are encouraged to work on real-time projects, participate in startup incubator programs, and pitch their ideas to investors and mentors. Alongside, GIBS organizes workshops, hackathons, and guest lectures by entrepreneurs, which helps students gain practical exposure. The institute also runs a Startup Launchpad and offers mentoring support to transform innovative ideas into viable businesses. This blend of academic learning and entrepreneurial practice ensures that students not only gain management knowledge but also develop the confidence and resources to build their own ventures.

Hi.GIBS reports a 100% placement rate for its PGDM/management batches (i.e. according to their published “placement‑statistics” page, for the latest batch all students were placed in the campus drive) Recent annual placement data (2024/2025) shows: the highest package ~ ₹ 16.15 LPA, average package ~ ₹ 7.8 LPA. GIBS claims it has a broad recruiter base — “220+ recruiters” participated in placements in 2025. For internships (pre‑placement internships), they report 80+ companies offering internships. Among top‑20% of the batch, average package reportedly rises (~ ₹ 9.2–9.4 LPA as per 2025 stats) for high performing students.

For admission to its MBA/PGDM programs, GIBS requires a bachelor's degree from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD candidates), or an equivalent CGPA. Candidates can be in the final year of their degree programme and are expected to have a valid score from a recognised management entrance exam like CAT, MAT, or CMAT. 

Yes, GIBS Business School offers special scholarships and awards for meritorious students. Scholarships are based on entrance exam scores, academic performance, and personal background—such as being from a defence family or having a certified disability.Awards like the J.P. Goyal Memorial Award, Shakuntala Devi Award, and Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Award recognize top performers in academics, research, and overall excellence.These initiatives encourage students to strive for success and reward outstanding achievements.

The alumni network at GIBS is very active and involved in student placements in a very meaningful manner. Be it through guest lectures, mentoring sessions, or networking meets, over 2000+ alumni spread across industries and geographies return to campus, thereby helping the students bridge the gap between academic learning and the real requirements of any particular industry.Alumni often refer current students to job or internship opportunities in their organizations, advise on career paths, and help students with resume building, interview preparation, and professional guidance, thus making the placement ecosystem more robust.During placement drives, alumni may also assist through evaluation, recommendation, or even facilitating a connection with recruiters, which strengthens the prospects for good offers for students. As an outcome of this mutually helpful relationship, GIBS tends to have placement and internship outcomes that are influenced not only by institutional efforts but also by the personal networks of past graduates.

Yes, candidates can definitely apply to GIBS Bangalore solely on the basis of their MAT scores. The institute accepts national-level entrance exams like MAT, CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, and GMAT for admission into its PGDM programme. While MAT is considered one of the commonly used scorecards, a good score only qualifies you for the next stage in the selection process. After submission of the MAT score, candidates have to undergo group discussions and personal interviews. The final admission decision will be entirely made based on overall performance and not just by the exam score. Hence, while MAT alone may be sufficient to apply, communication skills, academic records, and personality also play a major role in the final selection.

Functional/Business Clubs:GIBS has a number of student-run clubs ranging from the Marketing Club, Finance Club, and HR Club to Entrepreneurship Club.AI & Technology/CSR: There is also an "AI & Technology Society" and a CSR, Corporate Social Responsibility Society, according to student reports.Photography Club:The Photography Club is for creative interests.Cultural / Literary Clubs: GIBS offers opportunities for cultural and literary engagements through clubs involved in organizing events, debates, and other activities.Business Events & Leadership ActivitiesIRE Talk Series: GIBS organizes a large number of "IRE Talks" (Innovation, Research & Entrepreneurship), where startup founders, industry leaders, and innovators interact with students.Management Fests: This includes an annual management fest called Enchainer, which has business competitions like marketing, HR, finance case-studies, entrepreneurship, public speaking, quizzes, CSR, and so on.Workshops & Seminars: The school conducts regular workshops, guest lectures, and conferences to expose students to real-world business challenges.Corporate/Academic Conferences: GIBS also incorporates “academic conferences” for students as part of the PGDM program.Internship & Holistic Development ProgramsCompulsory Internship/Corporate Projects: The PGDM course consists of corporate projects and internships, where students will get to work on live business problems.GIBS Finishing School: The CPMP is a unique, specially designed programme for the development of soft skills, business communication, interview techniques, and personal branding.Incubation & Start-up Support: GIBS has an incubation centre to support student entrepreneurs. Multiple startups have been launched, for which mentorship, IRE labs, and funding were provided. Dual Degree/IRE Program: A dual-degree option is available, namely, PGDM + PGP-IRE, which is quite action-oriented, wherein students do strategy building, case studies, research, publication, and are supported for venture creation.Training on Skills & Design Thinking: GIBS provides training programs in analytics, design thinking, innovation, and entrepreneurship in value-added programs through its “Institute Innovation & Entrepreneurship Cell (IIC)". Bottom line: At GIBS, much emphasis is placed on all-round development through business education, entrepreneurship, industry exposure, soft skills training, and student-run clubs and events.

I have chosen GIBS because of the strong industry-oriented approach, innovative teaching methodology, and excellent placements. Practical exposure, leadership activities, expert sessions, and real-time corporate interactions have given the institute a holistic learning environment. GIBS helps develop students both professionally and personally through its personality development, value-added programs, and entrepreneurship training. GIBS provides the right platform, with experienced faculty, a modern campus, and a strong student support system to build skills, gain confidence, and be ready for a successful management career.