A PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) is a two-year full-time management program offered by AICTE-approved institutions. It is industry-oriented and focuses on practical learning, leadership skills, and overall personality development.
Business Design is an innovative approach to management education that combines the principles of business strategy, design thinking, and innovation. It equips students to solve complex business problems by balancing analytical skills with creativity and human-centered thinking.
Instead of only focusing on traditional management subjects (like finance, marketing, HR, etc.), Business Design teaches you to think like a designer while acting like a business leader.
Specializations are offered in 4 areas
Yes. The course is officially approved by the AICTE committee. You can view the letter of approval by clicking here.
The fees for the PGDM program are 17.20 Lacs for 2 Years for batch 2025-27, and for more details, click here.
Yes, students can avail loans at competitive terms from leading Education loan providers such as Bank of Baroda, Axis Bank, Credila Financial, Yes Bank, IDFC First Bank and many more and for contact details click here.
Yes. Applicants are encouraged to get themselves sponsored by their employers.
School of Business Design is committed to ensuring that its unique 2 Year program is available for the most committed and high potential Business Design Leaders of tomorrow. It ensures that every candidate who is selected is able to attend the program irrespective of their socio-economic background. In order to achieve this, it has allocated generous scholarships:
For more details about scholarship, please click here
The program builds a strong foundation in business fundamentals like marketing, finance, and strategy. What makes SOIL unique is its focus on design thinking, innovation, and values-based leadership — all of which are essential for entrepreneurship.
You'll also benefit from mentorship, industry connections, and potential incubation support, making it a great launchpad for your startup journey.
Freshers and candidates with less than 36 months of work-experience by 30th June 2026 ONLY are eligible to apply.
Yes. You can reapply provided your valid entrance exam scorecard GMAT/CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT/NMAT*)
*NMAT score will also be considered, subject to the submission of an AICTE-approved all-India test score, such as GMAT/CAT/XAT/CMAT/MAT/ATMA. The best among all the scores will be considered.
In case you do not have a better entrance exam score to apply with or if there is no significant change in your application form, you are advised not to reapply.
Candidates in the final year of Graduation can apply provided they have the proof of graduation and marksheet by 30th June 2026.
Internship or part time work experience is not considered. Only full time work experience is considered.
Yes, provided the experience is full-time experience with valid supporting documents.
All applicants are required to appear for GMAT / CAT / XAT/ MAT/ CMAT/ ATMA/ NMAT*
*NMAT score will also be considered, subject to the submission of an AICTE-approved all-India test score, such as GMAT/CAT/XAT/CMAT/MAT/ATMA. The best among all the scores will be considered.
GMAT scores taken on or after 1st Jan 2022 will be considered for admission.
Candidates applying on the basis of their CAT score must note that only the scores for CAT-2025 will be accepted.
Candidates applying on the basis of their XAT/ CMAT score must note that only the scores for XAT-2026/ CMAT-2026 will be accepted.
SOIL does not have a fixed minimum percentile or score requirement on CAT/GMAT/XAT/CMAT for applying to the PGDM. The selection is profile based - we consider your overall academic record, any work experience, your exam score, performance in the Group Exercise, and Performance in Personal Interview. SOIL accepts any of the exams (CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, etc.), and if you submit more than one, they’ll take your best.
We do not have sectional cut offs for CAT/GMAT/XAT/CMAT/NMAT
No. The CAT/GMAT/XAT/CMAT score cannot be waived under any circumstances. It is a mandatory requirement by AICTE.
A TOEFL/IELTS score is required only for non-Indian students who did not have ENGLISH as the primary language of instruction during their undergraduate studies.
Admission Committee gives weightages to the overall performance of an individual rather than excellence in a single field. We look at the candidate’s past academic records, work experience, recommendations and SOP.
In addition, performance in GMAT/CAT/XAT/CMAT and during the Design Thinking Workshop (Group Exercise) and the Personal Interview are considered while evaluating applicants.
At SOIL School of Business Design, the Group Exercise is conducted in the form of a Design Thinking Workshop. This activity allows us to assess how applicants work in teams, think creatively, and apply problem-solving skills in real-world situations.
During the workshop, candidates are given a business or social challenge and, working in small groups, they:
The purpose is not just to test knowledge but to evaluate qualities like:
This exercise reflects SOIL’s unique focus on Business Design and ensures that candidates who join us are ready to learn through experiential and practical methods.
It is usually around 90 minutes.
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.
It is at your discretion – However, if more than one score is reported, we will consider your best score for the admissions process.
No, SOIL does not conduct a separate admission test. For admission to our PGDM programs, we accept scores from recognized national-level management entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, NMAT, and MAT. Candidates are shortlisted based on their test scores, academic record, and overall profile for further evaluation through the Design Thinking Workshop (Group Exercise) and Personal Interview rounds.
Details of the interviews and final admissions are available at “Key Dates” section of the admissions process page.
Normally, SOIL conducts the PI in virtual/online mode. Once you are shortlisted for the GEPI process, you will find multiple available dates on your application portal and can select the one most convenient for you. In case dates are opened for the physical GEPI process at select centers, you will be informed accordingly.
The interview result will be announced after 2-3 weeks from the personal interview date.
Details of the fee structure for PGDM is available here.
We understand loan sanctions may take time. Please inform our admissions/accounts team about your loan status. While installments are due as per schedule, if your loan is in process, the team may provide a short extension or necessary support.
Our refund policy is as per AICTE norms.
No. We do not have deferred admissions for this cycle.
SOIL follows AICTE-approved guidelines for its PGDM program. While there is no separate reservation quota, all candidates are evaluated fairly based on merit and overall profile.
Yes, SOIL ensures equal opportunity for PwD candidates. The admissions team provides necessary support during the GEPI process and evaluates applicants based on their potential, not limitations
While SOIL scholarships are merit-based and need-based rather than category-based, applicants from reserved or economically weaker backgrounds are encouraged to apply and often receive financial support if eligible.
SOIL places strong emphasis on building a diverse classroom—including gender, academic background, work experience, geography, and culture—so that students learn from multiple perspectives.
Eligibility criteria remain the same for all applicants. However, SOIL follows AICTE norms, and candidates with 45% (for SC/ST) and 50% (for General) in graduation are eligible to apply.
Yes, SOIL provides comprehensive placement support to all PGDM students through its dedicated Career Management Services (CMS) team. Our focus is on preparing every student to be industry-ready and connecting them with the right opportunities aligned to their skills and aspirations.
The average salary offered to the Class of 2023–25 was ₹11.17 LPA, while the highest placement stood at ₹20.7 LPA. For more details, please Click here.
Summer internship is a mandatory requirement wherein students work on a real time project in a company. Summer Internships will allow you to apply the skills and lessons learned in a classroom in the real world of business. The summer internships lasts for 2 months, and the placements process happens during Year 2 of the program.
For the internship report, please visit here
The campus is located in Manesar, Gurgaon.
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Our digital library gives students access to thousands of academic journals, case studies, business reports, and e-books. All classrooms are smart-enabled, and students have access to design labs and strong digital infrastructure.
We believe in holistic development. Our campus includes indoor sports areas, wellness spaces for yoga/meditation, and spaces dedicated to cultural or club activities. Students are encouraged to participate in student-led clubs and events throughout the year.
Yes, we have multiple breakout rooms and collaboration zones across the campus where students can work on group assignments, case studies, and capstone projects.
The hostels are located within 2 kms from the campus.
The college operate a bus for student’s travel from these two locations.
We prefer professional recommendations because they are more relevant in terms of judging your professional capabilities. However, we also accept academic recommendations if it is from very senior faculty from your college.
No. The recommendation can be by any professor who has taught or guided you in your graduate program.
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