BIMTECH closes PGDM 2026–28 applications; shortlisting process now underway
The application window for the BIMTECH PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management) programs for the 2026–28 batch officially closed on November 28, 2025.1 The Birla Institute of Management Technology, Greater Noida, has now moved into the critical shortlisting phase, which is based on a composite score considering CAT 2025/XAT 2026/GMAT/CMAT/MAT scores, academic records, and diversity factors.2 Shortlisted candidates will be invited for the final selection rounds (Extempore and Personal Interview) expected to commence in February 2026.
The initial application phase for the two-year, full-time PGDM programs at the Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH), Greater Noida, concluded on November 28, 2025.3 This deadline applied to the flagship PGDM (General), PGDM (International Business), PGDM (Insurance Business Management), and PGDM (Retail Management) courses.4
With the application portal now closed, the admissions committee at BIMTECH has immediately commenced the rigorous shortlisting process.5 This phase is crucial as it filters candidates based on a multifaceted evaluation of their profile, selecting those who possess the requisite academic foundation and potential to excel in the final evaluation rounds.6
I. Timeline for the Shortlisting & Selection Rounds
Following the closure of the application window, the focus shifts entirely to the evaluation and interview schedule:
| Event | Tentative Timeline (2025–2026) | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Application Deadline | November 28, 2025 | The final cutoff for all PGDM applications. |
| Shortlisting Notification | December 2025 – January 2026 | Candidates informed of their selection for the PI round. |
| Extempore (EXTM) & Personal Interview (PI) | February 2026 (Tentative) | The final, mandatory evaluation rounds. |
| Final Result Declaration | March 2026 (Tentative) | Announcement of the final merit list and admission offers. |
| Session Commencement | July 2026 (Tentative) | Start of the 2026–28 academic batch. |
II. The Shortlisting Criteria and Composite Score
BIMTECH employs a holistic selection criteria to shortlist candidates, moving beyond just the entrance test scores.7 The initial screening for the Extempore (EXTM) and Personal Interview (PI) is primarily based on a composite profile score.
- Mandatory Entrance Scores: Candidates must have provided a valid score from CAT 2025, XAT 2026, GMAT, or CMAT 2026 for the PGDM and PGDM (IB)8 programs. MAT 2025–26 scores are also accepted for the PGDM (IBM) and PGDM (RM) programs.9
- Anticipated Cutoffs: For the flagship PGDM (General), the expected cutoff is typically around the 75 percentile in CAT/XAT, while the specialized courses have slightly lower cutoffs (e.g., 60–70 percentile).10
- Key Shortlisting Factors:
- Entrance Exam Percentile: Highest weightage for initial screening.
- Past Academic Performance (PAP): Consistent marks in Class 10, Class 12, and Graduation.11
- Diversity: Additional weightage is provided for Gender Diversity (Female candidates) and Regional Diversity (candidates from outside UP & NCR region).12
- Work Experience: Relevant experience is positively factored into the shortlisting score.
III. Final Selection Weightages (General Category)
The final merit list is prepared after the PI round, using a standardized weightage system that emphasizes a candidate's communication and personality alongside their test score.
| Component | Weightage (%) | Assessment Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance Test Score | 35% | CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT score percentile. |
| Extempore (EXTM) & PI | 30% | Communication skills, domain knowledge, personality, and fit. |
| Past Academic Performance | 9% | Consistency in 10th, 12th, and Graduation scores. |
| Work Experience | 8% | Quality and duration of relevant full-time experience. |
| Academic & Regional Diversity | 13% | Additional weightage for candidates with Engg./Maths/Stats degrees (8%) and Regional Diversity (5%). |
| Gender Diversity | 5% | Additional score for female candidates. |
- Focus Area: Aspirants who have secured an application slot must now prioritize intense preparation for the Extempore and Personal Interview (PI) rounds, which collectively account for a significant 30% of the final merit score.13
Candidates are advised to regularly check their email and the official BIMTECH admissions portal for their shortlisting status and the schedule for the upcoming Extempore and Personal Interview rounds.
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