Top PGDM Rural Development Colleges in India 2026 : Ranking, Fees 2026

IIM Calcutta

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4.2
(4 Reviews)
Kolkata, West Bengal
Government
UGC
...+3 AMBA , AACSB , EQUIS

1,35,000 - 31,00,000
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CAT Exams
...+1 UGC NET

Indian Institute of Management Calcutta specialties

Ranking : Top National & Global Rankings - Ranked #7 NIRF Management 2025 - #3 IIRF B-Schools 2025 Nationally
Region : Strategic Eastern India Location - Strategic location in Kolkata - Gateway to Eastern India's econom
Fees : High Investment Program - Rs27 L (Total) for MBA - High fee structure
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Excellent ROI - High absolute returns
Flagship Course : Flagship MBA & Analytics Programs - Flagship Two-Year MBA Program - PGDBA with IIT KGP, ISI Kolkata
Specialization : Finance Mecca & Diverse Expertise - Renowned as 'Finance Mecca' - Strong in Consulting, Marketing, O
Placement Focus : Leading Recruiters Across Sectors - Consulting: Accenture, Deloitte, KPMG - Finance: Goldman Sachs,
Top Industries : Dominance in Key Sectors - Consulting, Finance, Technology - Marketing, General Management
Diversity : Inclusive & Varied Cohort - 42% non-engineers in 2024 batch - 36% women in 2024 batch
Internship : 100% Placements with High Stipends - 100% summer placements achieved - Avg stipend Rs1.89 L/month (2
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - CEMS Global Alliance member - Extensive international exchange prog
Alumni : Powerful Global Alumni Network - 45,000+ strong global network - Leaders like Indra Nooyi, Amish Tri
Guest Lecturers : Insights from Eminent Personalities - Eminent personalities lecture series - Visiting Fellows from g

Shortlisted by 866+ students

XLRI Jamshedpur

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4.0
(3 Reviews)
Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
Private
AICTE
...+3 NBA , AMBA , AACSB

1,00,000 - 16,00,666
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XAT Exams

XLRI - Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - Ranked #10 Nationally (NIRF 2025) - Ranked #1 Private B-school (Outlook 2025
Region : Industrial Hub Advantage - Proximity to major industrial enterprises - Strong corporate connections
Fees : High Investment - Rs30.6 L (Total) for PGDM BM/HRM
ROI : Excellent Returns - Average package Rs31.08 LPA (2025) - Highest international package Rs1.10 Crore
Flagship Course : Flagship Management Programs - PGDM in Human Resource Management (HRM) - PGDM in Business Management
Specialization : Renowned HR Expertise - Asia's best HR program; oldest, most prestigious - Develops future CHROs and
Placement Focus : Diverse Sector Placements - Strong presence in Consulting, BFSI, FMCG - Key roles in ITES, E-commerc
Top Industries : Leading Recruiting Sectors - Consulting, BFSI, FMCG, ITES - Manufacturing, E-commerce, Conglomerates
Diversity : Inclusive Learning Environment - Prioritizes gender, academic, regional diversity - Pioneered women'
Internship : Premium Summer Internships - 100% placements with top global firms - Highest stipend Rs3.5 LPM (BFSI
Alumni : Influential Global Network - Leena Nair (Global CEO, Chanel) - Sandeep Kataria (Global CEO, Bata)
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Insights - Accomplished academics and industry practitioners - Real-world perspectiv

Shortlisted by 357+ students

Symbiosis Group Of Institutes

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4.5
(2 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
University
NAAC
...+1 National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

83,000 - 8,53,000
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CAT Exams
...+1 SNAP

Symbiosis Group Of Institutes is a University Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 1978. Symbiosis Group Of Institutes offers Regular courses such as MBA, PGDM, Executive MBA, BBA, MA in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Ranchi, Jharkhand
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...+2 AMBA , MHRD

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IIM Ranchi specialties

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Institute of Management Technology, Hyderabad specialties

Ranking : Nationally Recognized Rankings - NIRF 2025: #72 Nationally - IIRF 2025: #20 Nationally
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Flagship Course : Flagship PGDM Programs - PGDM in General, Finance, Marketing - AICTE approved, MBA equivalent
Specialization : Industry-Focused Specializations - Finance: Fintech, Investment Banking focus - Marketing: Digital,
Placement Focus : Diverse Sector Placements - Strong in Consulting, IT, BFSI - Top firms: Deloitte, EY, ICICI Bank
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - Consulting, IT/ITES, BFSI - FMCG, Analytics, Manufacturing
Diversity : Rich Student Diversity - Diverse academic backgrounds - Good gender ratio (34% female)
Internship : Comprehensive Internship Program - 100% summer internships - Projects with top companies
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Ranking : National Recognition - NIRF 2025: #86 Nationally - IIRF 2025: #48 Nationally
Region : Strategic Capital Advantage - Proximity to corporate hubs - Access to industry leaders
Tier : Premium B-School Status - AICTE-CII Best Industry-Linked - Business India A+++ rated
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1,17,000 - 9,30,000
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Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies specialties

Ranking : Top National Rankings - NIRF 24th (MBA 2025) - IIRF 5th (MBA 2025)
Region : Financial Capital Advantage - Proximity to Corporate Hubs - Access to diverse industries
Fees : High Investment -RS25.49-27 L (Total MBA) - HostelRS2.5-3.5 L (Per Year)
ROI : Excellent Return - Fees recovered within 2 years - Average packageRS25.13 LPA
Flagship Course : Flagship Management Programs - MBA (Core) highly acclaimed - Strong B.Tech, BBA, Law offerings
Specialization : Diverse MBA Specializations - HR, Business Analytics - Digital Transformation, Pharma Management
Placement Focus : Leading Industry Placements - Consulting (Deloitte, McKinsey) - BFSI (Goldman Sachs, JPMorganChase)
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - BFSI, Consulting, FMCG - IT & Analytics, Retail
Internship : Prestigious Internship Opportunities - Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Deloitte - FMCG, Consulting, Product
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - 50+ International Partner Institutions - Dual Degrees (UAlbany, Cla
Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Aruna Jayanthi (Capgemini MD) - Kunal Shah (CRED Founder)
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Sessions - VPs and CXOs as visiting faculty - Experts from diverse functional areas

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IMS Noida

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4.1
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Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Private
UGC
...+3 AIU , NAAC , AICTE

1,32,000 - 4,25,500
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...+3 CBSE 12th , CAT , UP 12th

Institute of Management Studies Noida specialties

Ranking : Strong National Rankings - Ranked #20 India Today 2025 for Mass Communications. - Ranked #29 India T
Region : Delhi NCR Advantage - Proximity to major corporate hubs. - Access to diverse industry opportunities.
Fees : Mid-Range Investment - PGDM: Rs8.40 L (Total). - MBA: Rs4.0 L (Total).
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Average package: Rs10 LPA (PGDM 2025). - Highest package: Rs34 LPA (PGDM
Flagship Course : Flagship Management Programs - PGDM and MBA are highly popular. - Strong programs in BCA, BBA, Mass
Specialization : Diverse Program Offerings - PGDM: Marketing, Finance, HR, Business Analytics. - MCA: AI, Data Scienc
Placement Focus : Robust Corporate Placements - 100% placement assistance record. - 700+ recruiters across diverse sec
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruitment - IT (Wipro, Infosys, TCS, Google, Amazon). - Consulting (Deloitte, EY,
Diversity : Global Exposure Opportunities - International collaborations for global perspective. - Cross-cultura
Internship : Industry-Relevant Internships - Paid summer internships in diverse sectors. - Projects with companie
Partnerships/Exchange : Extensive Global Collaborations - Partnerships with Management Development Institute of Singapore. -
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IMI Kolkata

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4.2
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Private
AICTE

4,29,000 - 9,80,000
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IMI Kolkata specialties

Ranking : National Recognition - Ranked #42 NIRF Management 2025 - Consistent improvement in national rankings
Region : Strategic Location Advantage - Eastern India's business capital - Access to diverse corporate opport
Fees : High Fees Structure - Rs12-14.98 L (Total PGDM) - Hostel fees additional Rs1-3.7 L
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Strong placements relative to fees - Better ROI compared to peers
Flagship Course : Flagship PGDM Program - Two-year full-time management diploma - AIU equivalent to MBA degree
Specialization : Diverse Dual Specializations - Finance, Marketing, Operations, HR - MIS & Analytics, Strategy, Econo
Placement Focus : Strong Corporate Placements - 100% placement record in recent years - Roles in Consulting, BFSI, IT,
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - Consulting (Deloitte, PwC, EY) - BFSI (ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, SBI)
Diversity : Vibrant Student Diversity - Students from various Indian states - Enriches learning, broadens horizo
Internship : Valuable Summer Internships - Highest stipend Rs1 Lakh - Interns at Amazon, Deloitte, PwC
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - Exchange with ESC Rennes (France), Sichuan University (China) - Res
Alumni : Growing Alumni Network - Positive alumni feedback - Industry connections for career growth
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Interactions - Experienced faculty from corporate world - Regular guest lectures and

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Institute of Management Technology (IMT), Nagpur

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4.0
(4 Reviews)
Nagpur, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+1 NBA

11,03,500
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Institute of Management Technology, Nagpur specialties

Ranking : National Recognition - Ranked #99 NIRF 2025 Management - Ranked #44 Business Today 2024
Region : Central India Advantage - Strategic location in emerging industrial hub - Proximity to diverse manuf
Fees : Competitive Fee Structure - Rs15 L (Total) for two years - Includes hostel and mess charges
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Strong placements relative to fees - High average package for top perfor
Flagship Course : Flagship PGDM Programs - PGDM Core, Financial Management, Marketing - AICTE approved, NBA accredited
Specialization : Industry-Focused Specializations - Finance (Bloomberg labs), Marketing (digital branding) - Business
Placement Focus : Diverse Sector Placements - Strong in IT/ITES, BFSI, Consulting - Top firms: Deloitte, HDFC Bank, Wi
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruiters - IT/ITES, BFSI, Consulting sectors - Accenture, Deloitte, HDFC Bank, KP
Diversity : Inclusive Learning Environment - Focus on student inclusivity - Culturally rich student body
Internship : High-Value Summer Internships - 100% summer placements achieved - Highest stipend Rs1.20 Lakhs
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Exposure Opportunities - 28+ international university partnerships - Student and faculty exch
Alumni : Engaged Alumni Network - 5000+ strong global alumni base - Active in mentoring, placements, events
Guest Lecturers : Rich Industry Interaction - 100+ senior corporate leaders annually - Frequent alumni interaction ses

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ITS Ghaziabad

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4.5
(13 Reviews)
Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
Private
AICTE
...+4 NBA , AIU , NAAC , National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)

1,38,326 - 3,20,000
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Institute of Technology & Science specialties

Ranking : Strong National and Regional Presence - Ranked Top 50 Nationally - Top 10 in Uttar Pradesh
Region : Strategic Delhi NCR Proximity - Access to major IT hubs - Corporate and industrial advantage
Fees : Low-Mid Fees Structure - Rs1.2 - 2.5 L (Total) - Affordable quality education
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Competitive salary packages - Strong career growth potential
Flagship Course : Flagship B.Tech CSE Program - Industry-aligned curriculum - High demand specializations
Specialization : Cutting-Edge Tech Specializations - AI/ML and Data Science - Cybersecurity and Cloud Computing
Placement Focus : Robust Industry Placements - IT Services, Consulting, Product Development - Top companies recruit an
Top Industries : Leading Industry Recruitment - IT (TCS, Infosys, Wipro) - Consulting (Deloitte, Capgemini)
Internship : Premium Industry Internships - Interns at Google, Microsoft, Amazon - Projects in Software, Data Ana
Alumni : Influential Alumni Network - Leaders in IT and corporate sectors - Global professional presence

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Xavier Institute of Management & Entrepreneurship (XIME), Bangalore

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4.1
(15 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE
...+3 NBA , ACBSP , National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

4,85,000 - 14,00,000
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Xavier Institute of Management & Entrepreneurship, Bangalore specialties

Ranking : Consistent National & Regional Ranking - Ranked #27 Nationally (The Week 2023) - Ranked #21 National
Region : Strategic IT Hub Proximity - Proximity to Electronic City IT hub - Access to major corporate headqua
Fees : Mid-Range Program Fees - Mid: Rs12.9-15.65 L (Total PGDM)
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Good ROI with competitive placements
Flagship Course : Flagship PGDM Programs - Flagship Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Specialized PGDM Business An
Specialization : Diverse Management Specializations - Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations, IT - Analytics and General
Placement Focus : Strong Industry Placements - Strong in IT, BFSI, Consulting, FMCG - Top companies: Deloitte, EY, Inf
Top Industries : Key Recruiting Sectors - BFSI, IT, Consulting, FMCG, Analytics - Manufacturing, E-Commerce, Retail,
Diversity : Rich Student Diversity - High gender diversity (near 50% women) - Students from almost all Indian st
Internship : Comprehensive Internship Experience - 100% summer internships, PPO opportunities - Socially Useful P
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - 17+ international university collaborations - Student exchange, stu
Alumni : Extensive Alumni Network - Strong network of 4000+ alumni - Alumni in diverse managerial positions
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Interactions - Regular interaction with industry leaders - Insights from diverse bus

Shortlisted by 257+ students

RIIM Pune

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4.2
(31 Reviews)
Pune, Maharashtra
Private
AICTE
...+1 Government of Maharashtra

2,95,000 - 6,30,000
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XAT Exams
...+4 CMAT , MAT , GMAT , CAT

RIIM Pune is a Private Institute located in Pune, Maharashtra. It was established in the year 2014. RIIM Pune offers Regular courses such as MBA, PGDM in multiple disciplines. Read More

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IMI Bhubaneswar

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4.2
(6 Reviews)
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Private
AICTE
...+2 NBA , AIU

1,25,000 - 13,29,000
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CAT Exams
...+1 XAT

International Management Institute, Bhubaneswar specialties

Ranking : Top National & Global Rankings - Ranked #1 Nationally by NIRF 2024. - Ranked #41 globally for PGPX b
Fees : Premium Investment -Rs27.5 L (Total) for 2-year MBA-PGP. -Rs34.15-36.20 L (Total) for 1-year MBA-PGP
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - High average and highest placement packages. - Strong career progre
Flagship Course : Flagship Management Programs - Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP). - PGP in Food and Agri-B
Specialization : Diverse Management Expertise - Strong in Finance, Marketing, Strategy, Operations. - Leading program
Placement Focus : Top-Tier Industry Placements - Consulting (BCG, Accenture, McKinsey). - BFSI (Goldman Sachs, America
Top Industries : Leading Recruitment Sectors - Consulting, BFSI, IT, FMCG. - Conglomerates, Automotive.
Diversity : Inclusive Learning Environment - Significant academic and gender diversity. - Support for differentl
Internship : Prestigious Summer Internships - 100% summer placements in top firms. - Interns at Apple, Microsoft,
Partnerships/Exchange USP : Global Exchange Opportunities - 80+ partner institutions across 5 continents. - Offers dual degree e
Alumni : Influential Global Network - 15,000+ strong alumni network. - Notable leaders: Raghuram Rajan, Ajay

Shortlisted by 236+ students

IIBS bangalore

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4.4
(78 Reviews)
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Private
AICTE
...+1 MHRD

1,08,333 - 8,00,000
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...+6 CMAT , MAT , GMAT , SET , Maharashtra HSC , CBSE 12th

International Institute of Business Studies specialties

Ranking : National & Regional Recognition - Ranked #66 Nationally (Times 2025) - Ranked #18 in Bangalore (Time
Region : Strategic Tech Hub Advantage - Proximity to major IT and corporate hubs - Near Bangalore Internation
Fees : Mid-Range Investment - Rs9.95 L (Total) for MBA program - Rs9.50 L (Total) for PGDM program
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Proven 87.93% MBA ROI within one year - Affordable fees with decent
Flagship Course : Industry-Focused PGDM & MBA - AICTE-approved PGDM with diverse specializations - MBA program affilia
Specialization : Diverse Specializations & Certifications - Dual specializations: Data Science, Finance, Marketing, H
Placement Focus : Strong Corporate Placement Record - 100% placement rate for eligible students - Minimum 10-35 interv
Top Industries : Diverse Industry Recruitment - Banking & Finance, Real Estate, FMCG/Retail - IT/ITeS, Consulting, Ma
Diversity : Vibrant Multicultural Environment - Students from diverse socio-geographic backgrounds - Fosters glo
Internship : Industry-Relevant Internships - Internships at TCS, Wipro, Infosys, Deloitte - Live corporate projec
Partnerships/Exchange : Global Exposure & Industry Ties - International immersion programs, industry visits (Dubai) - Accred
Alumni : Extensive Alumni Network - 7,500+ strong global alumni network - Alumni mentoring, project co-guides
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Interactions - Regular guest lectures from industry professionals - Alumni contribut

Shortlisted by 11481+ students

Loyola Institute of Business Administration

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5.0
(1 Reviews)
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Private
AICTE
...+2 SAQS , AACSB International

17,000 - 13,14,000
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...+1 CAT

Loyola Institute of Business Administration is a Private Institute located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. It was established in the year 1979. Loyola Institute of Business Administration offers Regular, Part Time courses such as PGDM, Diploma, PGD, Certificate, PGPM in multiple disciplines. Read More

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Vignana Jyothi Institute of Management (VJIM), Hyderabad

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2.0
(2 Reviews)
Hyderabad, Telangana
Government Aided
NBA
...+3 AIU , NAAC , AICTE

3,75,000 - 7,60,000
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CAT Exams
...+3 MAT , XAT , CMAT

Vignana Jyothi Institute of Management, Hyderabad specialties

Ranking : National Recognition - Ranked #50 India Today 2024 (Private University) - NAAC 'A+' Grade Accreditat
Fees : Mid-Range Investment - UG/PG:Rs1.0-1.3 L (Per Year) - B.Tech Total:Rs4.8-5.2 L
ROI : Good Return on Investment - Highest package up toRs70 LPA reported - Average packageRs4.5 LPA (2025)
Flagship Course : Leading Programs - B.Tech Computer Science Engineering - B.Pharmacy
Specialization : Future-Ready Specializations - AI & Machine Learning, Data Science - Cloud Computing, Cyber Security
Placement Focus : Industry-Centric Placements - Strong placement cell, skill workshops - Focus on IT, Consulting, Heal
Top Industries : Diverse Industry Recruitment - IT (Accenture, Infosys, Wipro, HCL) - Consulting (Deloitte), Healthca
Diversity : Inclusive Learning Environment - Balanced gender ratio (65:35 Male:Female) - Strong inter-state stud
Internship : Valuable Internship Exposure - Paid internships with good stipends - Collaborations with Cisco, Micr
Partnerships/Exchange USP : Global Academic Collaborations - MoUs with Michigan State University, UNO - Student/faculty exchange
Alumni : Active Alumni Network - Alumni assist in placements - Continuous association with placement cell
Guest Lecturers : Industry Expert Sessions - Regular guest lectures by professionals - Seminars by visiting scholars

Shortlisted by 68+ students

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