GURUGRAM, INDIA — The SOIL Institute of Management (School of Business Design), Gurugram, has officially announced the commencement of the admissions process for its flagship 2-year full-time Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) for the 2027–29 batch.
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Designed for curious, creative, and future-ready minds, the program focuses on design thinking, digital transformation, and value-based leadership. Prospective applicants can register and complete their online application form via the official portal at https://www.soil.edu.in/pgdm/admissions-process/.
Admission Highlights for SOIL PGDM Batch 2027–29
- Application Portal: Online registration via the official portal.
- Application Fee: ₹2,000 (Non-refundable).
- Eligibility Criteria:
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks from a recognized university.
- Candidates in their final year of graduation appearing in 2027 are also eligible to apply.
- Open to both freshers and candidates with work experience (less than 3 years of experience preferred for the 2-year PGDM).
- Accepted Entrance Scores: CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, MAT, NMAT, SNAP, and ATMA. Candidates can submit multiple exam scores; the admissions team considers the best valid score. (Note: NMAT and SNAP scores are considered alongside another AICTE-approved test score).
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Weightage Criteria & Selection Process
- Group Exercise & Personal Interview (GE/PI) Performance: 40%
- Entrance Test Scores: 35%
- Academic Background: 15%
- Extra-Curricular Achievements: 5%
- Work Experience (if any): 5%
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Shortlisted applicants participate in a Design Thinking Workshop (Group Exercise)—a hands-on 60–75 minute session following the Stanford d.school framework (Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test) to evaluate problem-solving and collaboration skills—followed by a Personal Interview (30–45 minutes) with faculty and industry leaders.
About SOIL Institute of Management (Gurgaon): Established in 2008 by top industry leaders and corporate executives under the leadership of founder Mr. Anil Sachdev, SOIL Institute of Management (School of Business Design) was co-created in partnership with a consortium of leading Indian and multinational corporations. Located in the corporate hub of Gurugram (Manesar campus for PGDM).
Programmes Offered
- Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM): A 24-month full-time residential program focused on Design Thinking, Technology, and Business Analytics.
- Post Graduate Program in Management (PGPM): A 1-year full-time executive program in Business Leadership designed for candidates with work experience.
- Post Graduate Program in Management – Human Resources (PGPM-HR): A 1-year specialized program focused on strategic HR and organizational development.
- Executive Education & Custom Programs: Tailored leadership development programs for corporate managers.
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