IIM Ahmedabad PGP Final Placements Begin Next Week — Key Recruiters Set to Participate.

IIM Ahmedabad is set to commence its flagship PGP final placement process for the 2025-26 batch starting February 3. The cluster-cohort model will see top global recruiters participating in three major phases throughout the month. Sectors like Consulting, BFSI, and FMCG are expected to offer diverse roles to the graduating MBA students. Follow the official updates from the IIMA placement committee for cluster reports and salary trends. The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) is all set to begin the final placement process for its flagship Post Graduate Programme (PGP) next week, starting February 3, 2026. As of today, January 29, 2026, the campus is buzzing with preparation for the three scheduled clusters. IIM Ahmedabad follows a unique cluster-cohort-based model where companies are grouped by industry profiles and invited to campus in distinct phases. This system is designed to provide a fair and organized recruitment environment for both students and key recruiters.

The placement process is divided into three primary clusters scheduled for February 3, 6, and 9. Following these, a rolling process will be implemented if required. Historically, IIM Ahmedabad attracts top-tier global firms. For the current session, key recruiters from the consulting and BFSI sectors are expected to lead the first cluster. Firms like McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group, and Goldman Sachs have been consistent participants in previous years.

• Cluster 1 (Feb 3): Focuses on Investment Banking, Management Consulting, and Private Equity.
• Cluster 2 (Feb 6): Typically features Conglomerates, Consumer Goods, and Pharma sectors.
• Cluster 3 (Feb 9): Includes IT Services, Banking, and diverse General Management roles.

Lateral Placements and Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs)

Before the final placements begin next week, IIM Ahmedabad successfully concluded its lateral placement process on January 15, 2026. This phase catered to students with prior work experience and saw participation from key recruiters like NTT Data and BrowserStack. Furthermore, a significant portion of the batch has already secured PPOs through their summer internships, reflecting strong industry confidence in the IIMA talent pool.

Conclusion

The start of the PGP final placements at IIM Ahmedabad marks a milestone for the 2025-26 academic year. With a robust lineup of key recruiters and a structured schedule, the institute remains at the forefront of management education in India. The consolidated reports for these clusters will provide deep insights into the evolving hiring trends of the corporate world.

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