PGPM HR refers to the SOIL full-time one-year Post-Graduate Program in Management in Human Resources.
If one aims to be an HR leader with a Global Perspective, then one should pursue SOIL HR Program. The following candidate is an ideal PGPM HR candidate.
The program duration is 12 months. The program has been designed for candidates to return to their working career faster.
The one-year duration is a very common format abroad. Because the program accepts candidates with prior work experience, the college expects a certain level of understanding of the business from them. The program is very intensive due to the fact that students learn an almost similar number of subjects as compare to a 2 year PGDM.
The program enables candidates to get back to their careers faster.
A one-year PGPM is more suited for aspirants with pre-MBA work experience. A one-year program lets you get back to work within a year, and in the second year, you work, earn, and gain valuable post-MBA experience.
A simple ROI calculation is shown below,
One-year course fee – 12 Lakhs/year
Two-year course fee – 7.5 Lakhs/year
Candidate earns – 3.5 Lakhs/Year before joining.
Candidate earns – 9 Lakhs/Year immediately after PGPM with 10% increase YOY
Total Gain/Loss for the first 3 years = (opportunity cost – Expense + Salary Income)
For PGPM
Total Gain/Loss would be (-3.5 – 11 +9 + 9.9) = 3.4 Lakhs
For PGDM
Total Gain/Loss would be (-4 -7.5 – 7.5 +9) = -10 Lakhs
We can clearly see why a 1-year MBA has a better ROI than a 2-year MBA, as illustrated by the above example.
Further, one is likely to find a more experienced and mature peer group in a one-year program.
Given that the duration of the program is compressed into one year, the PGPM is demanding and intense, with limited off days and no significant breaks throughout the year.
Having said this, the program is specifically designed for professionals leveraging their experience, and one can cope with the rigour of PGPM with some discipline and hard work.
What are the program highlights?
The program has equal weightage on education, careers, social and experiential learning. You can find our learning journey by clicking here.
SOIL has an excellent mix of Indian and International faculty. Our visiting professors are acclaimed academicians, researchers and industry leaders.
Details of the fee structure for one Year PGPM HR is available here.
The fee payment schedule is given along with the admission offer letter. The fee is payable over in 3 instalments (term wise). Students are required to pay the enrolment fee to confirm their candidature. Given the short duration, one is advised to plan their financial resources. Those planning on applying to loans can reach out to the SOIL admissions team for further help.
Yes, students can avail loans at competitive terms from leading Education loan providers such as Axis Bank, HDFC Credila and Avanse.
Yes. Applicants are encouraged to get themselves sponsored by their employers. Many students who have studied at SOIL in the past have exercised this option.
To encourage and support students who have excelled in their studies or come from limited financial means, SOIL offers the following scholarships to deserving students.
No, the course is not approved by AICTE.
We do not have any minimum work experience criteria for the PGPM HR Program. But we ideally prefer students with a minimum work experience of 24 months by 30 April 2024.
Yes. You can reapply.
No. Only graduates can apply to the PGPM program.
Internship or part time work experience is not considered. Only full time work experience after graduation is considered.
Yes, provided the experience is full-time experience.
The SOIL admissions process aims at identifying students with the right attitude that aligns with SOIL’s value system, and who have the ability and willingness to explore their leadership potential. Our unique selection process is crafted in such a manner that it helps us assess the holistic personality of a candidate. We focus on multiple intelligence and try to assess the attitude along with the competence levels of a student.The following factors are key to selection in SOIL.
Yes. You can apply online via SOIL’s application portal.
Students from other streams can also apply for the course. The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university.
No. You can complete the online application in multiple sessions. The changes will have to be saved every time the application is updated.You can’t make any changes after the application is submitted.
No it is not required.
Admission application deadlines will be announced during the admission season. SOIL has 4 cycles with 4 deadline datesThe 4 cycles are
Early admission round
Offers the highest acceptance rate relative to the smaller pool of students applying.
For Test Takers
For students who want to increase their chance of acceptance through exam scores
Scholarship Deadline
For students who want to apply for scholarships. Beyond this deadline, no scholarships will be provided
Final Round
For students who have missed the earlier 3 cycles. Acceptance rate is generally low
No. You cannot apply for the ongoing admission season once rejected You can choose the following year.
We accept CAT 2025/2026, XAT 2025/2026, CMAT 2025, CMAT 2025, and GMAT Scores taken after Jan 1st, 2022. These scores are not mandatory,y but will give weightage to your profile.
SOIL conducts its own admissions tests called SOIL SAT for its PGPM HR Program.
You can find the admissions dates in the Admissions Process Page.
The current venues for PI are Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Kolkata. These are not the only locations. If we see higher number of applications from a certain location, interviews will be conducted at those locations.
The interview results will be announced after 2 weeks of the interview PI date.Course Commencement, Refund policy and post admissions queries.
No. The admissions happen on a rolling basis and the admissions offer of a student would expire after 10 days from the offer date.
You have to raise such queries with the admissions team who would be in touch with you during the admissions process.
Our refund policy and dates will be mentioned in your offer letter.
No. We do not. SOIL encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.
Yes
SOIL provides placement assistance to all its PGPM HR Students. The objective of Career Management Services is to provide relevant & quality opportunities to students and fully leverage access to diverse industries in the country. Major recruiters are from the IT/ ITES, Consulting, Analytics, and E-Commerce industries. While the Career Management Services helps in bringing ample opportunities for students, it is the student’s responsibility to convert the interview.
PGPM HR Avg. CTC offered is 11.2 lakhs per annum (2024-25). Click here to access the placement report of PGPM HR 2024-25.
The campus is located in Plot 76, Sector 44, Gurgaon 122003.
You can find the routes to the colleges with the following google map link.
Yes, SOIL has partnered with nearby hostel vendors to provide quality hostel rooms.
No.
You can visit the campus with a prior appointment with the admissions team. To register, please send an email to [email protected].
