GIBS Business School

Yes, GIBS Business School provides opportunities for international placements and internships that are limited and based on a few partnerships and programs instead of being available to every GIBS student. The school partners with international universities and organizations to host students in countries like Canada, the U.S., and Dubai, depending on the availability of positions and the student's performance.

So as part of GIBS' Global Immersion Programs, students also travel to Singapore, Malaysia, and Dubai for industrial visits, workshops, and university visits; these experiences help students build an international corporate network and learn from world-class business professionals.

While the ability for students to receive international placements will ultimately depend on job availability, the eligibility of students, as well as recruiter participation, GIBS supports its students' goals for global internships or global assignments through GIBS' corporate relations team and with global partners, thereby increasing the student's opportunity to work internationally in support of their career development.

GIBS collaborates with multiple businesses to provide students with real-world experience through live projects and corporate assignments based on challenging situations in the workplace. These assignments may encompass market research studies, sales and marketing initiatives, digital marketing projects, HR recruitment and training assignments, financial analysis, business analytics, and operational improvement projects. Students will also participate in activities such as brand awareness efforts, conducting customer surveys, analyzing data, developing a business strategy, and providing startup consulting services under the supervision of faculty members and industry experts. By having access to hands-on learning, students gain an understanding of how an organisation functions, develop their problem-solving capabilities, and gain confidence for their forthcoming professional experiences, both internships and final placements.

The GIBS new campus has created new opportunities for me to concentrate in my everyday work as well as my times away from studies with its peaceful atmosphere, its neatness and organisation of space. Having modern lecture rooms with ample light, air conditioning and quality technology ensure I have a suitable classroom to concentrate on my studies; similarly there are many quiet study areas which allow me to concentrate while studying alone after having studied with other students in class. After lectures, my opportunity to re-energise will be provided by the use of the green areas, open spaces, recreational facilities and comfortable communal areas; there are therefore plenty of choices of places where I can relax and clear my mind and be able to concentrate again for my following class or assignment submission. The mix of formal study areas and informal recreation areas keeps me on track with regard to my studies and helps me to feel motivated, relaxed, and productive throughout the day.

When I relate an experience in visiting the newly built GIBS campus, the three features of the campus that would leave a lasting impression upon my first visit are:

•  A beautiful green campus providing a tranquil and positive environment for students to relax in and to focus on studying between classes.
• Modern laboratories and digital classrooms that are designed to create the same environment that students will encounter once they enter the business world.
•  Well-designed dormitories that promote a healthy lifestyle on the GIBS campus by providing opportunity for students to participate in a wide range of fitness and sports activities, as well as comfortable accommodations to assist students in achieving academic success.

The GIBS Business School faculty possess a diverse combination of both academic achievement and experience in a variety of industries that enhances learning and gives it practical applicability. Many of the core and full-time faculty have earned advanced degrees (Ph.D.; MBA; PGDM; M.Phil.; or master's degree) from distinguished universities and management schools as well as spending time at some of the world's the finest institutions, such as the IIMs and NITs. In addition, a number of the professors have had extensive teaching and professional experience — typically between 10 and 30 years, with a focus on roles in marketing, finance, analytics, HR, strategy, entrepreneurship, etc., therefore providing a connection between theoretical concepts and application in the market. The faculty also works closely with visiting faculty, international trainers and guest speakers who are CEOs, CXOs or owners of their companies, which provides another dimension to the education being offered by offering real-time business expertise and practical information for implementation in the marketplace. Overall, faculty members connect academic research with industry experience, allowing students to benefit from both theoretical and practical perspectives of learning.

Certainly! Currently, the MAT exam registrations for the Familiarization session of February-2026 have been opened, which may be used to apply to MBA or PGDM programs at the institutions participating (e.g., GIBS Business School) through the registration deadline of February 23, 2026 for the Paper-Based Tests (PBT) and March 2, 2026 for the Computer-Based Tests (CBT); whereas the tests will be held on March 1, 2026 for the PBT and March 8, 2026 for the CBT.  

As such, if you choose to use your MAT scores in order to apply to an MBA or PGDM programme at GIBS and have met any other requirements of the institution (i.e., CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, GMAT), you will have the opportunity to register to take the test and apply with those scores for admission during the 2026-2027 admissions cycle.

The Return on Investment (ROI) at GIBS Business School for Students: 

For the PGDM/MBA program, tuition is approximately ₹8.50-₹9.50 Lakhs for two years (not including hostel/other expenses). Our current placement data show average salaries received during the last recruitment cycle, which were ₹7.40-₹8.20 Lacs per annum (lpa), with top package (s) of approximately ₹16.15-₹20 LPA and, thus, students will typically have recovered outlays after one year of employment (after tax) - thus demonstrating a relatively high ROI in comparison to private B-schools.

The BBA programme has total tuition of roughly ₹4.60 Lakhs. Based on employment results for recent graduating classes, average salary ranges are approximately ₹4 - ₹6 Lacs per annum (as documented in numerous placement reports). Given this, a positive ROI will likely be obtained within 1-2 years after completing their degrees.

In conclusion, given the relatively modest cost of attendance at GIBS relative to other B-schools in Bangalore and mid-tier employment outcomes, both the PGDM/MBA and BBA offer good to high ROIs. Most graduates quickly recoup tuition expenses, and many are able to earn good salaries shortly after beginning their careers.

GIBS Business School Placement Statistics (2025 Placement Season): 
Placement Highlights (2025): 

•  The highest Package Was ₹16.15 LPA: This is the Top Salary Paid to an Individual Student During the 2025 Final Placement Season. 
•  The Average Package Was Approximately ₹8.2 LPA: This is the Average CTC for All Students Who Were Placed After the Final Placements of 2025. 
•  The Placement Rate Was 100% of Eligible Students Received a Job Offer During the 2025 Final Placement Hour.

These Results Represent The Most Recent Data Available Regarding Placements Within GIBS Business School, As Of October 2023; The Results Indicate A Significant Level of Industry Participation in Providing Placement Support for the Graduating Class of 2025 by Giving Them All Job Offer Letters Upon Completion of Their Relevant Course (s).