IIM-A welcomes 460 Students to PGP& PGP-FABM 2025-27 Batches
At a formal inaugural event held on campus, 414 students joined the 62nd batch of the Two-Year Full-Time Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP), and 46 students were inducted into the 26th batch of the Post Graduate Programme in Food and Agribusiness Management (PGP-FABM).
The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA), India, marked the beginning of a new academic journey for 460 students who were inducted into its two flagship programmes for the academic session 2025-2027.
At a formal inaugural event held on campus, 414 students joined the 62nd batch of the Two-Year Full-Time Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP), and 46 students were inducted into the 26th batch of the Post Graduate Programme in Food and Agribusiness Management (PGP-FABM).
The PGP Class of 2025-27 reflects IIMA’s ongoing commitment to diversity
 50% of students come from engineering backgrounds, while the other 50% have backgrounds in commerce, liberal arts, CA, CS, and more. 30.6% of the PGP cohort are women. 27% of the students are freshers, while 73% bring prior work experience (average: 25 months). The average student age of the batch is 23 years. The PGP-FABM 2025-27 batch also shows strong gender diversity with 45.65% female and 54.35% male students. All students come from agriculture and allied sectors. 60% freshers, 40% experienced professionals (average work experience: 20 months).
Inclusive Education: Support for Differently Abled Students
Commonly asked questions
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
In a progressive move toward inclusive higher education, IIMA welcomed a significant number of differently abled students into the PGP batch. Through its Equal Opportunity Office (EOO), the Institute provides:
- Apple iPads
- Motorized wheelchairs
- Assistive tech like high-resolution laptop cameras and specialized software
- Customized academic support
- Voices from the Institute: Encouraging a Holistic Journey
Each speaker encouraged the students to embrace the rigorous academic environment while participating fully in the Institute’s vibrant student life.
With this new cohort, IIM Ahmedabad once again reinforces its position as the top-ranked B-school in India, renowned globally for academic rigour, leadership training, and its commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and excellence.
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