Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai : Cut-off, Courses, Admission 2026, Fees, Placements

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PGPM (Post Graduate Program in Management)

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Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai Overview

A complete guide to Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai — highlights, programmes, admissions, fees, placements and more.

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About Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai

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Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai Highlights 2026

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai was founded in 2004 by Dr. Bala V. Balachandran and, over two decades, has grown into one of India's top-ranked business schools, known for its industry-driven curriculum, world-class faculty and a 16,000+ strong alumni network across 30+ countries. The institute is accredited by AACSB (US) and AMBA (UK), and its programs are approved by AICTE.

The flagship one-year PGPM, offered since 2004 and now redesigned as PGPM 2.0, lets experienced professionals pursue dual specializations across Consulting, Product Management, Data Science, Marketing, Finance and Operations, while the two-year PGDM is designed by the Academic Advisory Council with a clear focus on emerging economies. The portfolio also includes the PGPM – Family Business & Entrepreneurship, the 18-month PGXPM executive MBA and the doctoral Fellow Program in Management, taught by 50+ full-time faculty and 25+ international visiting faculty from schools such as Kellogg, Stanford and Yale.

The 32-acre green campus on the East Coast Road, 9 km from Mahabalipuram, was the first in South Asia to earn a LEED Platinum rating and offers a fully residential, 24x7 learning environment. Students apply classroom learning through Karma Yoga, a social leadership program that has positively impacted over 11,000 households in 27 villages, and through Empirical Studies on real business problems. Industry connect is deep: 150+ CXOs visit every year, a 44-member Business Advisory Council shapes the curriculum, and Centres of Excellence such as the Kotler-Srinivasan Centre for Research in Marketing and the Centre for AI in Business drive research.

College Full Name	Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai
College Short Name	Great Lakes, Chennai
City	Chennai (Manamai, East Coast Road), Tamil Nadu
Ownership Type	Private
Year Established	2004
Primary Accreditation	AACSB (US) & AMBA (UK)
University Affiliation	N/A, AICTE Approved
Trust / Parent Body	N/A (founded by Dr. Bala V. Balachandran)

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai Popular Programmes 2026

Popular programs at Great Lakes Institute of Management (GLIM), Chennai, according to their official website, include:

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM): Flagship program designed for recent graduates and young professionals. It focuses on key management skills, business insights, and real-world experience.
Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM): Intensive one-year MBA program tailored for professionals with work experience, focusing on career acceleration and leadership skills.
Executive PGPM (PGXPM): A specialized executive program designed for mid-career professionals, providing advanced management and leadership training.
Global MBA Program: Offered in collaboration with international business schools, this program provides a global perspective and includes overseas immersion opportunities.
MBA in Business Analytics: Focused on analytics, this program equips students with advanced analytical skills to support data-driven decision-making in organizations.

Each program at GLIM Chennai emphasizes industry relevance, with strong corporate connections and placement support to ensure career success.

Courses & Fees 2026

Great Lakes Chennai offers a total of six courses across various fields, providing a comprehensive education to students. The table below outlines the eligibility criteria and total tuition fees for each course offered at Great Lakes Chennai, helping prospective students make informed decisions.

PGPM (2027-28)

Fee Breakdown

Component	Indian Students (INR)
Tuition Fee	₹12,43,000
Program Fee	₹6,96,000
Subtotal (Academic)	₹19,39,000
Accommodation (Single Room, AC)	₹3,96,000
Caution Deposit (Refundable)	₹10,000
Alumni Subscription	₹5,000
Total Program Fee	₹23,50,000

PGDM (2026-28)

Fee Breakdown

Component	Amount (INR)
Tuition Fee	₹10,25,000
Program Fee	₹5,78,000
Subtotal (Academic)	₹16,03,000
Accommodation (Twin Sharing, AC)	₹6,32,000
Caution Deposit (Refundable)	₹10,000
Alumni Subscription	₹5,000
Total Fees	₹22,50,000

PGPM – Family Business & Entrepreneurship (FBE)

Fee Breakdown

Component	Amount (INR)
Academic Fee (Tuition + Program Fee + International Immersion)	₹20,11,000
Other Charges (Twin Sharing AC Accommodation + Caution Deposit + Alumni Subscription)	₹3,39,000
Total Program Fee	₹23,50,000

PGXPM – Executive MBA (2026-28)

Fee Breakdown

Payment Plan	Amount (INR)
Plan I – One-time Payment (Total)	₹13,40,000
Plan II – Instalment I (at admission)	₹7,38,000
Plan II – Instalment II (before Term 4)	₹6,40,000
Plan II – Total	₹13,78,000
Plan III – Instalment I (at admission)	₹3,86,000
Plan III – Instalment II (before Term 2)	₹3,77,000
Plan III – Instalment III (before Term 4)	₹3,30,000
Plan III – Instalment IV (before Term 6)	₹3,30,000
Plan III – Total	₹14,23,000

PGXPM fee is inclusive of study material, alumni fees and applicable taxes; boarding & lodging during campus residencies is extra.

FPM – Fellow Programme in Management (Doctoral)

Fee & Fellowship Benefits

Component	Details
Tuition Fee Stipend – Years 1 & 2	₹50,000
Tuition Fee Stipend – Years 3 & 4	₹65,000
Year 5 Funding	Contingent on satisfactory dissertation progress
Accommodation	Single-occupancy on campus (subject to availability); limited housing for married students

Payment Schedule: PGPM / PGDM / PGPM-FBE: Fees are paid in stages as per the schedule shared with admitted candidates; an initial fee payment is made at offer acceptance. Education loans are available through leading banks and financial institutions, with guidance from the Admissions Team.

Fee Inclusions: Tuition fee covers reading material – case studies, textbooks and online resources.
All vegetarian meals are included; non-vegetarian food is optional and charged extra.

Hostel is mandatory (residential programs).

PGPM: single AC rooms by order of offer acceptance; twin sharing with a partial refund if a single room is unavailable.

PGDM: twin-sharing AC; triple-sharing may be allotted in Year 1 with a prorated refund.

Not included: personal laptop (mandatory, per institute specifications), non-vegetarian meals, personal travel. PGXPM: boarding & lodging during campus residencies and the optional international visit are extra.
Refund policy for full-time programs is as per AICTE norms.

Programme	Courses	Tuition Fees	Exams Accepted
PGPM (Post Graduate Program in Management)	1	₹23,50,000	GMAT, CAT, XAT, NMAT
Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)	1	Fully funded (stipend + single-occupancy accommodation)	JRF (NET), CAT, GMAT, GRE, XAT
PGXPM (Executive MBA)	1	₹13,40,000	Profile-based: application (SOP + recommendations) and interview
PGPM-FBE	1	₹23,50,000	GMAT, CAT, XAT, NMAT or Great Lakes Aptitude Test (GREAT)
PGDM	1	₹22,50,000	GMAT, CAT, XAT

Admission Process 2026

PGPM Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Academic Requirement	Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized institution, with a minimum of 50% across 10th, 12th and UG.
Accepted Entrance Exams	GMAT (taken after 1st January 2024), CAT (2025/2026), XAT (2026/2027) or NMAT (2025 onwards).
Work Experience Requirement	Minimum 2 years of full-time work experience (as on 30th April 2027). Candidates with less than 24 months should apply to the PGDM; candidates from business families can apply to the PGPM-FBE.

PGPM Admission Steps

Step	Step Title	Description
1	Online Application	Submit the online form with a ₹2,200 fee, the mandatory essay and the official email ID of one recommender; one form covers Chennai and/or Gurgaon.
2	Screening & PI Invite	Admissions reviews test scores, academics, work experience and essays, and invites shortlisted candidates.
3	Personal Interview	Shortlisted candidates complete an in-person PI in Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata or Mumbai.
4	Final Shortlisting	The admissions team makes final selections on the overall profile.
5	Fee Payment & Offer Acceptance	Selected candidates pay the initial fee and accept the admission offer.
6	Registration & Orientation	Course registration and orientation, followed by course commencement.

PGPM Selection Criteria

Great Lakes evaluates PGPM applicants holistically and has no minimum cut-off for CAT, GMAT, XAT or NMAT. The committee weighs standardized test scores alongside a consistent academic record across 10th, 12th and undergraduate studies, work experience and the application essay. The final Personal Interview looks at business awareness, clarity of goals, attitude, people skills and extracurricular or professional initiatives. College/university rank holders get a clear advantage, and integrity and diversity of background are actively considered.

PGDM Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Academic Requirement	Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized institution, with a minimum of 50% across 10th, 12th and UG.
Accepted Entrance Exams	GMAT (taken on or after 1st January 2024), CAT (2025/2026) or XAT (2026/2027).
Work Experience Requirement	Open to freshers and candidates with strictly less than 36 months of work experience (as on 30th May 2027). Candidates with 2–3 years' experience are also encouraged to consider the one-year PGPM.

PGDM Admission Steps

Step	Step Title	Description
1	Online Application	Submit the online application with a ₹2,200 fee; one form covers Chennai and/or Gurgaon.
2	Application Screening	Applications are reviewed on academic performance, entrance exam scores and overall profile.
3	Personal Interview	Candidates complete a Personal Interview conducted online.
4	Final Selection	The Admissions Committee evaluates the complete profile and releases offer letters.
5	Offer Acceptance & Fee Payment	Selected candidates accept the offer and pay the initial fee.
6	Document Verification & Enrollment	Complete document verification, registration and orientation to begin the program.

PGDM Selection Criteria

The PGDM follows a holistic, profile-based evaluation with no Group Discussion round. Standardized test scores (GMAT, CAT or XAT) are weighed with a consistent academic record across 10th, 12th and undergraduate studies and any work experience. Performance in the online Personal Interview carries significant weight, assessing general and business awareness, clarity of goals, attitude, people skills and communication. College/university rank holders receive extra weightage, and the institute actively seeks academic diversity and integrity in the cohort.