Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD), Mysuru Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
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10.1 LPA
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Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD), Mysuru - Overview
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About Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD), Mysuru
SDMIMD, Mysuru is a private, autonomous business school established in 1993 by the Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Educational Trust. Its flagship two-year, full-time residential PGDM is AICTE-approved, NBA-accredited, recognised as MBA-equivalent by AIU, and internationally accredited by EFMD, with AACSB membership, ACBSP accreditation and a QS I-Gauge Diamond rating.
Explore the comprehensive list of courses offered by Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD), including detailed fee structures, specializations, and eligibility criteria:
Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD), Mysuru Courses
3 CoursesPost Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM)
Graduates or final-year graduation students in any discipline recognised by UGC/AIU, appearing for or holding a valid CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/ATMA/MAT score, with a consistent academic record of not less than 50% aggregate in 10th Standard, 12th Standard/PUC-2 and Degree (final-year students considered up to their last completed semester/year).
Doctoral Programme (Ph.D.) in Management
Master's degree/equivalent in a relevant discipline with a good academic record, per the norms of the University of Mysore, under which the programme is recognised and conducted through SDMIMD's SDM Research Centre for Management Studies (SDM-RCMS); offered in both full-time and part-time modes to recognised guides' scholars.
Other Programs - Management Development Programmes (MDP), Faculty Development Programmes (FDP) and Research Development Programmes (RDP)
Open to serving corporate executives, academicians and faculty from partner institutions, nominated by their organisations; specific eligibility varies by programme.
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) 1 specialization | ₹ 14.10L - 14.10L | Graduates or final-year graduation students in any discipline recognised by UGC/AIU, appearing for or holding a valid CAT/XAT/GMAT/CMAT/ATMA/MAT score, with a consistent academic record of not less than 50% aggregate in 10th Standard, 12th Standard/PUC-2 and Degree (final-year students considered up to their last completed semester/year). |
Doctoral Programme (Ph.D.) in Management 1 specialization | ₹ Fee structure not fully published on indexed official pages - see note | Master's degree/equivalent in a relevant discipline with a good academic record, per the norms of the University of Mysore, under which the programme is recognised and conducted through SDMIMD's SDM Research Centre for Management Studies (SDM-RCMS); offered in both full-time and part-time modes to recognised guides' scholars. |
Other Programs - Management Development Programmes (MDP), Faculty Development Programmes (FDP) and Research Development Programmes (RDP) 1 specialization | ₹ Varies by programme - see official Other Programs page | Open to serving corporate executives, academicians and faculty from partner institutions, nominated by their organisations; specific eligibility varies by programme. |
Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD), Mysuru Admissions
Below is the complete admission information including eligible exams, eligibility criteria, admission process, and important notes for each program offered.
Required Entrance Exams
CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, ATMA or MAT (any one; scores considered as per each exam's respective validity rules)
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Placement Statistics
Verified campus placements records for Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD), Mysuru
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Top Recruiting Partners
13 Recruiters
Diamond (topmost) category
QS I-Gauge Institutional Rating
Participating institute (ID IR-M-S-154); specific rank/band not confirmed from indexed official pages
NIRF 2025 (Management)
46th in India
MBAUniverse.com B-School Ranking 2025
Complete Rankings Report
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| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
QS I-Gauge Institutional Rating | Diamond (topmost) category |
NIRF 2025 (Management) | Participating institute (ID IR-M-S-154); specific rank/band not confirmed from indexed official pages |
MBAUniverse.com B-School Ranking 2025 | 46th in India |
Outlook-ICARE 2024 (MBA - Private category) | 16th |
Times 2025 (Management Institutes category) | 93rd |
IIRF 2025 (MBA category) | 76 out of 122 (per third-party ranking aggregators; institute's own IIRF rank citation not located on official pages) |
EFMD | EPAS accredited (first Indian institute to receive this accreditation, per the institute) and EFMD-BSIS certified |
AACSB | Member institution |
ACBSP | Accredited |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Information regarding scholarships and financial aid opportunities provided by the institute.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
Entry Merit Scholarship (EMS) | Finally selected PGDM applicants with a minimum of 75% marks each in 10th Standard, 12th Standard/PUC-2 and Degree. | INR 75,000, adjusted against the last instalment of PGDM fees. |
Entrance Exam Merit Scholarship (EEMS) | Candidates who have scored 85 percentile or higher in CAT/XAT or an equivalent GMAT score. EMS and EEMS are mutually exclusive - a student receives whichever amount is higher. | INR 1,00,000, adjusted against the last instalment of PGDM fees. |
Merit Tuition Fee Scholarship (MTFS) | A maximum of 5 meritorious, economically weaker PGDM students per batch, per the institute's published MTFS scheme and application form. | 100% waiver of tuition fee; the student pays only the applicable non-tuition portion of the fee. |
Student Exchange Subsidy (SES) | PGDM students selected for one of SDMIMD's international student exchange programmes during the course. | Subsidy ranging from INR 40,000 to INR 1,25,000, depending on the host institute/university location. |
Term-wise Merit Scholarship (Rank-based CGPA incentive) | Students maintaining a minimum CGPA of 3.25 across all terms; Rank 1-3 students in each of the six terms qualify, with incentive amounts increasing each term (from INR 2,500-10,000 in Term 1 up to INR 20,000-50,000 in Term 6), paid after successful completion of the programme. | Ranges from INR 2,500 to INR 50,000 per term depending on rank and term, per the official Scholarships page. |
Education Loan Facility | All admitted PGDM students, via tie-ups with partner banks. | Collateral-based and select no-collateral education loan options available through partnered banks, per official and third-party sources. |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities
Library (Information Resource Centre)
Supports teaching, learning and research with 'anytime, anywhere access' to information. Holds over 14,000 books and 70 print journals, provides access to 39,000+ (EBSCO + J-Gate) e-journals, electronic corporate databases such as Capitaline, newspapers, business magazines, abstracts and case-study databases, plus 120+ multimedia resources. As a Harvard Business School site-licence holder, the library offers single-click access to all HBS-published materials, alongside institutional memberships with other prominent libraries.
Computer Center
A modern, technology-enabled facility equipped with 60 Intel desktop virtualisation systems and Intel-powered infrastructure, supporting hands-on learning, digital applications and access to academic software and online resources. Aligned with the institute's Go Green initiative promoting digital, paperless workflows.
Classrooms
Fully air-conditioned, technology-enabled classrooms fitted with 86-inch interactive displays, desktop computers, multimedia facilities, whiteboards and integrated AV systems, backed by enterprise-grade IT infrastructure to support interactive, case-based learning.
Auditorium
A large, acoustically designed auditorium seating around 300, used for discourses, seminars, films, presentations and theatre for management and general education, as well as cultural and recreational events.
Hostel & Accommodation
* Fees are subject to change. Please contact the administration for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SDMIMD is a private, autonomous management institute established in 1993, promoted by the Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Educational Trust under the leadership of Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade. It holds Graded Autonomy - Category II status and is not government-run.
SDMIMD's flagship offering is a two-year, full-time residential Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), equivalent to an MBA. It also offers a Ph.D. Programme in Management recognised by the University of Mysore, and short-duration Management Development Programmes (MDP), Faculty Development Programmes (FDP) and Research Development Programmes (RDP) for executives and academics.
For the PGDM 2026-28 batch, the total fee is INR 14.10 lakh for the two-year programme, covering tuition and hostel stay, payable in six term-wise instalments. Mess/food charges are billed separately at approximately INR 35,000 per year. The institute notes fees are subject to revision for the subsequent batch.
The AICTE-approved intake is 240 seats per batch from Academic Year 2023-24 onward (raised from 180 seats in earlier years), per the institute's own NIRF 2025 data submission. Intake is subject to revision by AICTE each year.
Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), Doctoral Programme (Ph.D.) in Management, Other Programs - Management Development Programmes (MDP), Faculty Development Programmes (FDP) and Research Development Programmes (RDP)
Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD), Mysuru - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Established | 1993, by the Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Educational Trust |
| Ownership | Private, autonomous institute (Graded Autonomy - Category II) |
| Flagship Programme | PGDM (2-Year Full-Time Residential) |
| Approvals | AICTE-approved, NBA-accredited, AIU MBA-equivalent, EFMD (EPAS & BSIS), AACSB, ACBSP, QS I-Gauge Diamond |
| PGDM Intake | 240 seats per batch (from AY 2023-24) |
| Total PGDM Fee (2026-28, with hostel) | INR 14.10 Lakhs |
| PGDM 2024-26 Average Package | INR 10.10 LPA (Highest: INR 16.25 LPA) |
| Location | Chamundi Hill Road, Mysuru, Karnataka |
As one of the few Indian B-schools to hold EFMD EPAS accreditation alongside AACSB membership and a QS I-Gauge Diamond rating, SDMIMD Mysuru occupies a distinctive space among India's management institutes. Prospective students can review the detailed PGDM fee structure before applying.
The institute's residential campus at the foothills of Chamundi Hill houses a well-stocked library with Harvard Business School site-licensed content, modern computer labs, air-conditioned interactive classrooms, an auditorium, an amphitheatre, single-occupancy hostels and dedicated wellness facilities. A closer look at individual amenities is available on the campus facilities page.
Admission to the PGDM requires a valid CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, ATMA or MAT score followed by a Written Ability Test and Personal Interview. Full eligibility and process details are on the admission process page, while indicative selection considerations are covered on the cutoff page.
Career outcomes are detailed on the placements and careers page, financial assistance options are listed under scholarships, and the institute's rankings and international accreditations are available under rankings and approvals. For students seeking a values-driven, internationally accredited PGDM with a fully residential campus experience, SDMIMD Mysuru's blend of academic rigour, ethics-centred pedagogy and consistent placement record makes it a distinctive choice among India's private B-schools.
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