GIBS Business School Eligibility

GIBS follows a structured selection process for both BBA and PGDM programs in assessing the academic readiness, communication skills, and overall suitability of the candidate. The selection begins with an online application followed by screening based on academic records. Shortlisted candidates will have to undergo further evaluation rounds, which usually include GD and PI.

• Application Submission: The application should be submitted online to the GIBS through its website, along with uploading the documentation in the required format.
• Short-listing: It is based on academic marks for 10th, 12th and graduation, and entrance exam scores for PGDM.
• Group Discussion (GD):
• Compulsory for PGDM; it helps assess communication, teamwork, analytical ability, and confidence.
• Personal Interview (PI):
• Compulsory for BBA and PGDM; this assesses personality, motivation, clarity of goals, and programme suitability.
• Additional Components: Some applicants might be required to submit their SOP (Statement of Purpose) for the PGDM program.
• Final Selection: Admission is offered based on the overall performance in academics, entrance exam (PGDM), GD-PI scores, and overall profile.

Yes, GD & PI are compulsory components for the PGDM selection process, while PI is compulsory for BBA admissions.

The common reasons for rejection in GIBS admission rounds generally pertain to gaps in eligibility criteria, poor performance in selection stages, or overall mismatch with the needs of the selection process. Many applicants are rejected for not fulfilling the minimum prescribed academic eligibility or failing to submit valid entrance examination scores. Others fail at the Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds due to their weak communication skills, lack of clarity regarding career goals, poor subject knowledge, or an unconvincing Statement of Purpose. Sometimes, candidates fail to present an overall strong profile with academic consistency, extracurricular engagement, or relevant experience, which gets them rated poorly against other candidates.

While GIBS does not publish the official percentage of multinational companies visiting the campus, the available placement data and lists of recruiters show that a significant portion of companies participating in campus recruitment are well-known MNCs. The top recruiters often include global brands such as Accenture, Wipro, Mercedes-Benz, Asian Paints, and other multinational firms that regularly hire across domains such as marketing, finance, HR, analytics, and operations. Student discussions and external Q&A sources also indicate that a large share of visiting companies could be multinational in nature, though this figure varies year to year and is not formally disclosed. Overall, the presence of multiple established international and global-presence companies indicates strong exposure to MNC recruitment opportunities for students.