
Great Lakes Institute of Management (GLIM), Gurgaon, known for providing top-tier management education in the northern region. Established in 2010, the institute offers courses in PGPM (1-year MBA for professionals) and its flagship PGDM (2-year MBA) programs. In recent years, it has earned AACSB accreditation, increasing its credibility globally. To get admission for the upcoming cycle, candidates can take admission through CAT, XAT, and GMAT scores, with expected cutoffs above 80%. The institute also holds a good Return on Investment (ROI), the 2024 placement record offering a highest package of INR 25.50 LPA for PGPM graduates. Offering a range of specialization in industry aligned subjects such as data science and AI, Great Lakes Gurgaon offers in trend exposure to students. For admission details, eligibility criteria, cutoff details and placement breakdown, check here. As per NIRF rankings 2025, the Institute is placed at the 50th position rising from 62nd position (2023), under the Management category.
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Gurgaon offers Postgraduate Diploma in Management (2 Years) along with Post Graduate Program in Management (1 Year) course. In order to be eligible for admission, candidates must have completed their Bachelor’s with at least 50%. Candidates must have appeared for CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT and obtained a valid score.
Step by step Great Lakes Institute of Management, Gurgaon admission 2023 process is as follows:
To apply, candidates have to visit the official portal.
All the applicants for PGDM and PGPM courses will be screened based on the listed entrance exam scores (CAT, XAT, GMAT, or NMAT), academic performance and work experience.
Shortlisted candidates would have to undergo a 20-30 minute written test. This will evaluate their subject awareness and structured thinking.
After qualifying the written test, candidates will have to appear for a formal interaction with faculty and alumni to assess leadership potential, communication skills, and program fit.
Final admission will be offered as per "Total Selection Weightage".
Eligibility Criteria for PGDM 2026 Intake:
As per GLIM, Gurgaon 2024 placement report, top recruiters for the PGPM and PGDM programs included Deloitte, Accenture, KPMG, Infosys, ZS Associates, Cognizant, and Tiger Analytics. Average package for both the courses ranged from ₹11.70 LPA-₹15.30 LPA. Check detailed breakdown from the table shared below:
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Particulars |
PGPM (1-Year) 2025 |
PGDM (2-Year) 2025 |
PGPM 2024 |
PGDM 2024 |
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Highest Package |
₹21.80 LPA |
₹22.70 LPA |
₹25.50 LPA |
₹22.50 LPA |
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Average Package |
₹15.10 LPA |
₹11.80 LPA |
₹15.30 LPA |
₹11.70 LPA |
|
Top 10% (Avg) |
₹19.30 LPA |
₹16.90 LPA |
₹21.40 LPA |
₹16.90 LPA |
|
Top 25% (Avg) |
₹19.60 LPA |
₹15.10 LPA |
₹19.50 LPA |
₹14.50 LPA |
|
Top 50% (Avg) |
₹17.80 LPA |
₹13.50 LPA |
₹18.00 LPA |
₹13.20 LPA |
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Great Lakes Institute of Management (GLIM), Gurgaon: Notable Alumni
Great Lakes Institute of Management, Gurgaon has an active alumni association that aims to seamlessly connect the alumni, faculty and the current students through newsletters, emails, annual alumni meets and other special events. Some of the notable alumni are as follows:
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Name |
Designation |
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Mr. Aman Bhatnagar |
Co-Founder, NebulARC Technologies |
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Mr. Robin Rajan |
Head of Logistics, Namshi.com |
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Mr. Yeshwant Babu |
Senior Data Scientist, Global Consulting, Fractal Analytics |
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Mr. Vidit Jain |
Co-Founder, MediOPedia Healthcare |
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Ms. Akriti Aggarwal |
Senior Manager, American Express |
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