GIM Goa Placements 2026: Highest Package, Average Package, Top Companies

The alumni of Goa Institute of Management are working with top companies such as Infosys, Accenture, Deloitte, IBM, Google, and many more. They are working in various sectors such as Consulting, Operations, Business Development, Marketing, Sales and more. Of all the sectors, 33% of alumni work in the Business Development sector. Additionally, 19% and 18% of alumni work in the Operations and Consulting sectors, respectively. For a detailed analysis of the sector-wise distribution of alumni, see the below pie chart:

As per the latest report, the average stipend offered to PGDM batch 2025 stood at INR 87,500 per month. Tabulated below are the course-wise average stipend offered to the students of MBA/PGDM batch 2024 and 2025:

GIM Goa has all the qualities of tier 1 and tier 2 colleges.  Goa Institute of Management GIM Goa ranking is 43rd by NIRF 2025 under the Management category. The college offers good placement support to students. 

As per the student's review, "The infrastructure of the college is exceptional. You also get to witness a serene view of the mountains from various points inside the campus. There is 24/7 Wi-Fi installed in all the hostel rooms, classrooms, and labs with good speed. The mess food is above average and most people say it is better than other residential campuses. There is a lot of variety every week. The sports facilities are also phenomenal but medical services are pretty average."

Goa institute of management popular programme is PGDM. GIM Goa Research scholars are equipped with in-depth functional skills & analytical knowledge to succeed in both industry & academia. PGDM & HCM students are placed in top companies such as Deloitte, Amazon, TCS, Accenture, & others.

MBA/ PGDM is the flagship programme of Goa Insitute of Management. It is offered in four specialisations at the PG level. GIM Goa has been ranked under the 'Management' Category by NIRF and Business Today. GIM Goa is amongst the top 2% of globally ranked B-Schools by AMBA. It is also under top 11 private business schools by Outlook India ranked in 'Top Private MBA Institutions in India' of 2022.

Besides, PGDM students are also open to placement opportunities. As per the latest report, the institute recorded 100% placement rate for its PGDM batch 2023. The highest international and domestic package offered during GIM placements 2023 stood at INR 60.4 LPA and INR 55 LPA, respectively. 

No, GIM Goa does not accept CMAT scores for its PGDM programs for admissions. It only accepts CAT or XAT exam score. CAT score of previous year is accepted and XAT score of current year is accepted.

GIM Goa PGDM is a two-year full-time flagship programme accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). PGDM is offered in four specialisations.  The institute offers PGDM in four specialisations, namely:

• General
• Healthcare Management
• Big Data Analytics
• Banking, Insurance, Financial Services

The mode of application is online for all courses. Aspirants can fill out the form on the official website of Goa Institute of Management. Candidates have to fill out the personal, contact and academic details. Aspirants must pay the fees to submit the form.

Goa Institute of Management does ot take direct admission into PGDM courses. Candidates are required to appear in either CAT or XAT before applying for admission into this institute.

However, if a candidate is able to secure admission through management quota, direct admission if offered based on last qualifying exam scores.

PGDM fees at Goa Institute of Management is INR 21.45 Lacs for all specialisations in academic year 2026. This fees will be charged in four installments which range from INR 50,000 for first installment and INR 10.75 Lacs for final installment.

Goa Institute of Management PGDM admissions require candidates submit these documents:

• Class 10th and Class 12th marksheet and passing certificate
• UG degree
• Work experience certificate
• Entrance exam scorecard

GIM Goa has been ranked by multiple ranking agencies under 'Management' Category. NIRF ranked GIM in 2022 and 2023 rankings. It is amongst the top 2% of globally ranked B-Schools by AMBA. It is also under top 11 private business schools by Outlook India ranked in 'Top Private MBA Institutions in India' of 2022. Below are GIM Goa rankings:

No mention of whether candidates who are in final year can apply for PGDM at Goa Institute of Management was made on website. Thus, candidates should fill enquiry form and ask this question from an executive or supervisor for PGDM admissions. Most likely candidates will be given a deadline for submitting their final marksheet if they are selected.

GIM PGDM (Part time) involves the percentage basis selection criteria. 30% weightage is given to work experience, 30% weightage is given to past academic records, 30% weightage is given to face-to-face evaluation and 10% weightage is given to composite diversity index.

Admission fees of Goa Institute of Management PGDM course is INR 50,000 in academic year 2026. This fees must be paid within 10 days of receiving admission letter for confirmation of admission. Candidates will undergo document verification after paying this fees.

Students can refer to the cost of studying at GIM Goa:

For other course fee details, students are adavised to MBA/PGDM

No, direct admissions are not available for many courses at GIM Goa. The accepted entrance tests for admission to the UG, PG, and other courses is XAT, CAT, and others. FPM direct admissions are available for students.  

Yes, Goa Institute of Management PGDM admissions are still open for academic year 2026. However, both accepted entrance exams for this course have been concluded at this point. Thus, candidates who failed to appear in those exams can either apply through management quota or wait for 2027 admissions to begin.