PGDM
Post Graduate Diploma in Management
Top Ranked PGDM Colleges in India - NIRF 2025
The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) ranks colleges offering Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) based on teaching, research, graduation outcomes, outreach, and perception. Below are the top 3 NIRF-ranked colleges for PGDM in India. Fees at these ranked colleges range from ₹26.50 Lakh to ₹30.60 Lakh.
| NIRF Rank | College | Type | Total Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #8 |
SP Jain Institute of Management and Research Mumbai
Mumbai, Maharashtra |
Private | ₹2,650,000 | View |
| #9 |
Management Development Institute
Gurugram, Haryana |
Autonomous | ₹2,655,000 | View |
| #10 |
XLRI Xavier School of Management Jamshedpur
Jamshedpur, Jharkhand |
Private | ₹3,060,000 | View |
About NIRF Rankings
The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) was launched by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Colleges are evaluated on five broad parameters: Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR), Research and Professional Practice (RP), Graduation Outcomes (GO), Outreach and Inclusivity (OI), and Peer Perception. NIRF rankings are widely regarded as the most authoritative government ranking for higher education institutions in India.
India Today PGDM College Rankings 2025
2 colleges ranked by India Today
Frequently Asked Questions - PGDM College Rankings
Yes, NIRF includes AICTE-approved PGDM institutions alongside university MBA programmes in its Management ranking. Top PGDM institutions like XLRI and MDI consistently feature in NIRF's top management school rankings.
Check AICTE approval, NIRF ranking, NBA accreditation, batch profile, placement data (median salary, not just highest), faculty qualifications, and alumni network. Be cautious of institutions that rely heavily on marketing over substance.
NBA (National Board of Accreditation) is a strong quality indicator for PGDM programmes. NBA-accredited programmes meet established standards for curriculum, faculty, infrastructure, and outcomes. It complements AICTE approval.