Great Lakes Institute of Management to close registrations for MBA admission through CAT scores on January 2

The Great Lakes Institute of Management will close the registrations for its one-year Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM) and two-year PG Diploma in Management (PGDM) on January 2, 2026. Eligible candidates can apply for the one-year and two-year MBA courses through the official website at greatlakes.edu.in.

The one-year PGPM programme is designed for working professionals with over two-years working experience, while the PGDM in management is open for graduates with up to three years of experience.

As per the eligibility criteria, candidates seeking admission to MBA programmes at Great Lakes Institute of Management must have a bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 60% across 10th, 12th, and graduation.

The eligibility also demands a valid Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), Common Admission Test (CAT), Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) or Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) Management Aptitude Test scores. The best marks will be considered for admission by the institute.

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PGPM, PGDM Programmes: Details

The one-year PGPM is offered at both the Chennai and Gurugram campuses. The programme is developed in consultation with industry leaders and CXOs. The programme specialises in product management, consulting, and data science, alongside core disciplines such as marketing, finance, and operations.

The practical learning includes impact skill labs in data visualisation, story telling, and managerial communication. Eligible candidates must have at least two-years of full-time work experience as of April 30, 2026.

The two-year PGDM, designed for graduates and early career professionals is also available at both the campuses. The programme comprises rigorous academic learning with extensive mentorship from a distinguished faculty body to shape early management trajectories.

The course also provides internships with top recruiters, which involves first-hand exposure to real business environments. Freshers and candidates with less than 36 months of work experience as of May 30, 2026 are eligible to apply.