Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management 

at LBSIM, Dwarka

Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management MBA Course and Eligibility Criteria. All candidates are required to take CAT, XAT or a valid GMAT score. Students are required to update their CAT/XAT/GMAT scores. Graduate in any discipline from a recognised university.

The overall LBSIM average package offered to PGDM during the 2025 placement drive stood at INR 12.25 LPA. Further, the LBSIM average package offered to PGDM FM batch 2025 stood at INR 12.2 LPA. The course-wise average package offered during LBSIM placements in 2025 is presented below:

Course	Average Package (2025)
PGDM General	INR 12.3 LPA
PGDM FM	INR 12.2 LPA
PGDM R&BA	INR 12.1 LPA
PGDM E-Business	INR 12.1 LPA
PGDM AI & DS	INR 11.8 LPA
Overall average package	INR 12.25 LPA

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)	Placement Statistics (2025)
Average package	INR 12.42 LPA	INR 12.24 LPA	INR 12.25 LPA

Delhi School of Business and LBSIM - Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management both are renowned universities for MBA/PGDM. However, in terms of affordability, Delhi School of Business is a better option since the total tuition fee for Delhi School of Business is INR 975,000 - INR 990,000 and the total tuition fee for MBA/PGDM at LBSIM - Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management is INR 570,000 - INR 1,390,000. In the total fees that students generally end up paying the university or the college, various other components are also included, such as the exam fee, application fee, lab and other charges.

LBSIM:
Located in Dwarka, New Delhi, LBSIM has a 100% placement rate. In 2022, the average CTC was INR 11.30 LPA. LBSIM offers roles in marketing, finance, and HR.

LBSIM has state-of-the-art facilities, including a library, auditorium, and open-air theater. NIRF 2023 ranked LBSIM in the band of 101-125.

IILM:
IILM has 100% placements. In 2019, the average salary package was INR 7.5 Lacs per annum, with the highest going up to INR 18 Lacs per annum. Recruiting companies include Deloitte, KPMG, E&Y, and PWC.

IILM has campuses in Greater Noida, Gurugram, and Jaipur. IILM offers scholarships of up to 75% on CAT scores and up to 40% on MAT scores

As per the latest report, the highest package offered during LBSIM placements 2025 stood at INR 20 LPA. This package was offered to the students of PGDM batch 2025. The LBSIM highest package offered between 2023 and 2025 placement drives are presented below: 

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)	Placement Statistics (2025)
Highest package	INR 24.75 LPA	INR 16.67 LPA	INR 20 LPA

 The table below showcases the course-wise highest package offered during LBSIM placements between 2023 and 2025:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)	Placement Statistics (2025)
Overall highest package	INR 24.75 LPA	INR 16.67 LPA	INR 20 LPA
PGDM General	INR 24.75 LPA	INR 16.67 LPA	INR 20 LPA
PGDM FM	INR 17.20 LPA	INR 14.83 LPA	INR 17 LPA
PGDM RBA	INR 14 LPA	INR 15.80 LPA	INR 15.1 LPA
PGDM E-Business	NA	INR 15.93 LPA	INR 16.4 LPA
PGDM AI & DS	NA	INR 14 LPA	INR 14.7 LPA

LBSIM Delhi accepts admission to the PGDM courses through various selection rounds which includes scores from entrance examinations, such as XAT, CAT or GMAT, Group Discussion, Written Ability Test/ Extempore and Personal Interview round. Final selection will be made by a group of experienced faculty and industry experts from diverse education backgrounds.

LBSIM offers courses in multiple specialisations. Candidates have a variety of fields to choose from. Though it's important to consider other factors like infrastructure, faculty, curriculum, fee structure, etc. while taking admission. Candidates can visit the campus or check alumni/student reviews. 

The application fee of Lal Bahadur Shastri Institute of Management is INR 2,200. There are other charges which includes 18% GST and 2% PG Charges so the total fee is INR 2,628. Currently the applications are open for PGDM admission 2026-28. Candidates can apply online on the official website of LBSIM.

For FPM programme admission, candidates must have at least 60% aggreagte in Master's degree and Bachelor's degree, or Five-year integrated Master’s Degree in any discipline with at least 60% aggregate. Students appearing for their final year exam are also eligible to apply for LBSIM - FPM programme admission. Shortlisted candidates need to appear for institute level entrance test followed by a Panel Interview round. PGDM admission 2025 requires to have a minimum of 50% aggregate in graduation, and a valid score in CAT/XAT/GMAT and GD&PI.