PGPM refers to the SOIL full-time one-year Post-Graduate Program in Management for candidates with at least 24 months of prior work experience.
The PGPM is designed for candidates with a minimum of 2 years of prior work experience who want to have a solid foundation in major business disciplines and core business skills.
The program duration is 12 months. The program has been designed for candidates to return to their working careers faster. It is suitable for professionals who aren’t interested in doing a PGDM program.
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 business from them. The program is very intensive because students learn almost the same number of subjects as in 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 – 15 lakhs/ year
Two-year course fee – 8.6 Lakhs/ year
Candidate earns – 4 Lakhs/Year before joining.
Candidate earns – 10 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 (-4 – 15 +10 + 11) = 2 Lakhs
For PGDM
Total Gain/Loss would be (-4 -7.5 – 7.5 +9) = -10 Lakhs
We can see why a 1-year MBA has a better ROI than the 2-year MBA with 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.
Specializations are offered in the following 3 areas, namely,
Students would be eligible to select their course of specialization from Term 2 onwards. The first term is common for all the PGPM Students.
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 are 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 in advance. 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, Credila, Kuhoo, IDFC, ICICI Bank and Avanse Financial.
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.
SOIL's program operates independently of statutory or regulatory bodies under MHRD, offering a unique and innovative educational framework.
The minimum full-time work experience to apply for the course is 24 months by the program commencement date. Professionals with an exceptional track record, having 18+ months of experience, can also be considered.
Yes. You can reapply.
No, only graduate with 2 years of work-ex 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.
You can select your desired scholarship in the Program application form.
The following factors are key to selection in SOIL
Yes. You can apply online through our 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 dates
The 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 2025/26, NMAT 2026/27, XAT 2026/27, CMAT 2026/27, and GMAT Scores taken after Jan 1st, 2022 or SOIL SAT Test (if not given any entrance test).
SOIL conducts its own admissions tests called SOIL SAT for its PGPM Program.
You can find the admissions dates in the Admissions Process Page.
Group Exercise Personal Interviews (GEPIs) are conducted at multiple locations across India. The interview centres are finalized based on the number of applications received from different regions. Additional locations may be added if there is sufficient demand. Shortlisted candidates will be informed of their interview venue and schedule in due course.
The interview results will be announced after 2-3 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 as per the offer letter.
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 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 Avg. CTC offered is 12.3 lakhs per annum (2024-25)
Click here to accessthe placement report of PGPM 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.
SOIL doesn't provide dedicated hostel. However, SOIL has partnered with nearby accommodation providers offering safe, comfortable, and lifestyle-oriented living options.
No.
You can visit the campus with a prior appointment with the admissions team. To register, please send an email to admissions@soilindia.net
