Question 1

What percentage is required to get admitted to the MBA programme at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

To get selected for the GD/PI in IIM Shillong, aspirants must take the CAT and achieve a minimum percentage of 75 in each section.

Question 2

Which domain is best at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

The IT as well as Analytics sectors provided the highest package in 2024, while the Consulting, as well as Strategy sectors, received the most offers.

Question 3

Which industries' companies extended a significant number of employment offers?

Accepted Answer

31% of offers came from companies in the consulting industry, followed by BFSI at 23% along with manufacturing & retail at 20%.

Question 4

What is the maximum stipend offered by IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

Throughout the summer internship programme for placement of class 2023-25, the maximum compensation provided was INR 5.21 lakhs.

Question 5

What is the typical stipend that IIM Shillong offers?

Accepted Answer

Throughout the summer internship programme for placement of class 2023-25, the average salary provided was INR 1.96 lakhs.

Question 6

Does IIM Shillong provide its students with any financial aid?

Accepted Answer

Yes, IIM Shillong offers scholarships to MBA participants who are economically disadvantaged in addition to helping them get educational loans, through the Need-Based Financial Assistance Scheme,

Question 7

What's life like at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

The life at IIM Shillong is fast-paced and demanding, yet it is simultaneous. All year long, there are celebrations and festivities. The students participate in cultural clubs, sporting events, contests, and other activities in addition to their all-day tasks and presentations.

Question 8

Is there a hostel on campus at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

There are hostels on the IIM Shillong campus. There are four hostels for boys and girls, offering shared and single accommodations with all the necessities included.

Question 9

How was the summer internship at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

IIM Shillong recorded 72 employers throughout the placement drive via summertime internship for the class 2023-25. During the internship placement, the maximum compensation granted was INR 5.21 lakhs, while the average stipend was INR 1.98 lakhs.

Question 10

Is enrolling at IIM Shillong worthwhile?

Accepted Answer

The highest package at IIM Shillong placement 2024 was INR 71.50 LPA, while the average package was INR 26.10 LPA. 87 students received PPO/PPIs through their summer internships.

Question 11

What is the IIM Shillong Placement year-over-year trend?

Accepted Answer

IIM Shillong 2024 highest package increased in 2024 but the average package decreased by 3.18%.

Question 12

What was the number of PPOs or PPIs available at the Placement Drive at IIM Shillong 2023 ?

Accepted Answer

In 2024, 87 students received PPOs during the IIM Shillong Placements,

Question 13

What was the number of students that took part in the 2024 IIM Shillong Placements?

Accepted Answer

283 students took part in the 2024 IIM Shillong Placements.

Question 14

How many new recruiters took part in the 2024 IIM Shillong Placements?

Accepted Answer

46 new recruiters took part in the 2023 IIM Shillong Placements 2024.

Question 15

Which MBA package at IIM Shillong is the highest?

Accepted Answer

The highest package offered by IIM Shillong throughout the 2024 hiring campaign was INR 71.50 LPA.

Question 16

Should you pursue an MBA in IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

Yes, each year the MBA class at IIM Shillong obtains competitive remuneration packages. The annual growth is positive for the MBA class at IIM Shillong as well. Therefore, it is worthwhile to enrol in the MBA programme at IIM Shillong.

Question 17

What is the status of PGPEx placement at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

In 2024, there was a 100% placement rate for Executive MBAs at IIM Shillong. Thirty-seven pupils took part in the recruitment drive and were all placed in the top agencies.

Question 18

What distinguishes PGPEx from PGP?

Accepted Answer

In response, the PGPEx programme is a residential one-year course intended especially for professionals with prior work experience. On the other hand, PGP is a two-year residential programme intended for recent graduates and entry-level managers.

Question 19

Can we participate in the PGPEx programme at IIM Shillong virtually?

Accepted Answer

No, PGPEx is a residential programme that must be completed on campus full-time.

Question 20

What is the minimal amount of job experience needed to apply to PGPEx at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

The candidates should have worked full-time for at least five years after graduation. Candidates who have worked in a field outside of India for at least a year are eligible for a one-year relaxation.

Question 21

Is completing the PGPEx programme at IIM Shillong worthwhile?

Accepted Answer

IIM Shillong and Ocean University China have teamed to provide the PGPEx programme and train leaders in business behaviour. Therefore, pursuing PGPEx through IIM Shillong is worthwhile.

Question 22

Is IIM Shillong a tier-1 B-school?

Accepted Answer

Although it does not appear in the top 10, IIM Shillong is regarded as a tier-1 B-school.

Question 23

Does the International immersion programme cost more for PGPEx students at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

Yes, aspirants need to pay an additional amount of INR 4 Lakhs for the overseas immersion programme in addition to the PGPEx total.

Question 24

Does enrolling at IIM Shillong make sense?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Enrolling in IIM Shillong is worthwhile as it offers students an excellent education and adheres to the same programme as other IIMs. The institute offers study-abroad programmes through international agreements with various overseas institutes. In the past two years, IIM Shillong has had a 100% placement rate.

Question 25

How much does an MBA at IIM Shillong cost?

Accepted Answer

The MBA programme at IIM Shillong costs INR 15 Lakhs for the 2 year program.

Question 26

Can I apply without a CAT to IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

No, IIM Shillong exclusively accepts applicants for MBA programmes through the CAT exam.

Question 27

How can I get into IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

IIM Shillong admissions are possible through the Common Admission Test (CAT) followed by a personal interview.

Question 28

What are the minimal requirements to be eligible for an MBA at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

To apply to the MBA programme at IIM Shillong, students must have completed their 10+2 having a minimum of 50% of their grades in the aggregate.

Question 29

What is IIM Shillong's CAT cutoff date?

Accepted Answer

The CAT cut-off at IIM Shillong is 75 percentile sectional for the general category.

Question 30

How much does PGPEX cost at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

At IIM Shillong, the PGPEx cost around INR 20.4 Lakhs

Question 31

What is the minimum GMAT score needed to apply to IIM Shillong PGPEx?

Accepted Answer

For the PGPEx programme at IIM Shillong the applicants must have a GMAT score of at least 500.

Question 32

Is there WAT at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

No, WAT is not conducted at IIM Shillong. Candidates are chosen via a round of personal interviews and CAT results.

Question 33

When would IIM Shillong publish the list of applicants it has shortlisted for PI?

Accepted Answer

The shortlisted applicants for PI are typically announced by IIM Shillong in mid-January.

Question 34

Is there an age limitation to apply for a PhD at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

Applicants for the PhD programme at IIM Shillong must no be older than 30 years. The five-year exemption is limited to female candidates, as well as those who fall under the categories of OBC, ST, SC, PwD, or even transgender applicants.

Question 35

How long does the PhD programme for working professionals at IIM Shillong take?

Accepted Answer

The PhD programme for working professionals is offered by IIM Shillong for four years, with the possibility of an additional year's extension.

Question 36

What distinguishes PGP-WE from PGPEx and also PGP at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

PGPWE is a two-year MBA programme that offers live online sessions regularly. It is intended for working adults who want to pursue further education without taking a break in their careers. The PGPWE students can work while they are enrolled in classes, whereas PGP along with PGPEx are a full- residential course.

Question 37

When accepting an enrollment offer, would IIM Shillong require payment of a confirmation fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes, to accept the proposals and secure their admission, applicants who have received offer letters will need to pay the confirmation fee.

Question 38

After meeting the requirements of the CAT 2023 Cutoff for IIM Shillong, is there any financial aid available?

Accepted Answer

And. Yes, IIM Shillong offers the Tailored to needs-based Financial Support Scheme to assist participants in the PGP who are economically disadvantaged. The yearly annual revenue of the family, each student's liquidity, their financial standing, and general fitness for the programme are taken into consideration when determining the assortment of scholarship recipients and the amount of funding awarded. Scholarships are further offered to students in the restricted category.

Question 39

What is the process for choosing students to get admitted to IIMs alongside other partnering B-Schools during CAT 2023?

Accepted Answer

Generally, a two to three-step selection procedure consisting of a round of Group Discussion, Written Ability Test (WAT), and Personal Interview (PI) is used by the IIMs and other participating B-Schools to shortlist candidates for admission.

Question 40

Are there need based scholarships at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

Yes, IIM Shillong offers need based financial assistance schemes for students with good academic records and limited finance.

Question 41

What are the scholarship programmes available for ST students?

Accepted Answer

Programmes like National Fellowship & Scholarship for Higher Education of Scheduled Tribe Students (Central Sector Scheme) are available for ST students with a limited family income.

Question 42

How many seats are available in National Fellowship Programmes?

Accepted Answer

750 seats are available for students availing National Fellowship Programmes.

Question 43

Are the Government of India Scholarships accepted at IIM Shillong?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are many financial assistance programs that are accepted by the institute IIM Shillong offered by the Government of India. To mention a few, Merit Cum Means Scholarship For Professional and Technical Courses CS, Central Sector Scheme for Scholarships for College and Universities Students and National Fellowship Scholarship.

Question 44

How many seats are available in the Central Sector Scheme Scholarships?

Accepted Answer

Around 82,000 seats are reserved for the students eligible to avail Central Sector Scheme Scholarships.

Question 45

How much reimbursement if offered in the scholarships offered by the Government of India?

Accepted Answer

A good amount of reimbursement is aided to students availing Scholarships by the Government of India ranging from INR 12,000 to as high as INR 31,000 depending upon the scholarship programmes.

Category	Details
institution name	IIM Shillong Indian Institute of Management,Shillong
location	Shillong
Year of Establishment	2007
Campus Size	120 acres
Intake	238 (for MBA)
MBA Fees	INR 15 Lakhs
NIRF Ranking 2024	24
TotalFaculty	40
Scholarship	Need-Based Financial Assistance Scheme available
Highest Package	INR 71.50 LPA
Top Recruiter	Aditya Birla Capital, ITC, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Amagi, Amazon, Bain & Company, Mahindra & Mahindra, Capgemini, Goldman Sachs, HSBC Bank, Cognizant, D.E. Shaw, Deloitte USI, EY, ICICI Group, Infosys Consulting, etc.

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