Q1. Who is eligible to apply for the PGDBA Exam 2025?

  • A candidate must hold a graduate/post-graduate degree with 10+2+4 or 10+2+5 or 10+2+3+2, with at least 60% marks or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale in the Qualifying Degree (i.e., B.Tech./ B.E./ M.Sc./ M.Com. or equivalent). A one-year MBA will not be considered the equivalent of an M.Sc./ M.Com.
  • Candidates with 10+3 (Engineering diploma) + 3 (lateral entry into B.E./ B.Tech.) with at least 60% marks or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale in the Qualifying Degree (i.e., B.Tech./ B.E.), or with 10+2+4 (B.Sc.) with at least 60% marks or CGPA 6.5 on a 10-point scale in the Qualifying Degree (i.e., B.Sc.), or with qualified CA/CS/ICWA with at least 60% marks (Intermediate and Final examinations of the CA/CS/ICWA considered together) are also eligible.
  • For SC/ ST and Person with Disabilities (PwD) category candidates, the qualifying marks for eligibility shall be 55% or a CGPA of 6.0 on a 10-point scale.
  • The CGPA will not be converted into percentage marks even if the degree-awarding Institute provides marks in the CGPA system. Their admission will be based on the CGPA awarded in the transcript. If the CGPA is on a different scale than 10, the eligibility of a candidate will be based on the equivalence of the CGPA on a 10-point scale.
  • Candidates in their final year are also eligible to apply, provided they appear in the final examination and complete the other academic requirements specified above by Monday, June 30, 2025. In such cases, admission will be provisional, subject to submitting the final mark sheet by Monday, December 1, 2025.

Q2. I have completed my bachelor’s degree. Do I need to submit the overall percentage of marks or as per my university standards?

As per the PGDBA 2025 eligibility criteria, you must submit the percentage according to your university norms.

Q3. I have not completed my bachelor’s degree / I am in the final year of bachelor’s degree. What marks do I need to enter in the Application form?

As per the PGDBA 2025 eligibility criteria, you must enter the Aggregate Percentage of the statement of marks (up to the latest exam) provided by your institute.

Q4. Is there any age restriction to write the PGDBA Exam 2025?

No, there is no age restriction to write the PGDBA Exam 2025.

Q5. What is the application fee for the PGDBA Exam 2025?

The fee is ₹1250 for SC, ST and PwD category candidates and ₹2500 for all other categories of candidates.

Q6. How can I pay the application fee for PGDBA Exam 2025?

You will be required to pay the application fee for PGDBA Exam 2025 during the online registration through the payment gateway. Use a valid Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI or Wallet facility.

Q7. When and how do I register for PGDBA Exam 2025?

You can apply from 14-Feb-25 to 06-Mar-25. Please visit the IIM-C PGDBA 2025 website, followed by the Application Form.

Q8. From where can I get the list of exam cities?

A list of exam cities will be available on the IIM-C PGDBA 2025 website before the start of registration.

Q9. When will I get my Admit Card?

Please visit the IIM-C PGDBA 2025 website regularly to get the latest updates.

Q10. Will the Admit Card be sent to me as a hard copy or by mail?

No. You must download it from the respective link given on the IIM-C PGDBA 2025 website.

Q11. Are there any special provisions for Person with Disability candidates?

Yes, there are special provisions for PwD candidates. Please refer to the FAQs for PwD candidates for more details.

Q12. What are the time slots for the PGDBA Exam 2025?

Please visit the IIM-C PGDBA 2025 website regularly to get the latest updates.

Q13. I made a mistake(s) during registration for the PGDBA Exam 2025 and have created my user ID and password. What should I do now?

You cannot edit personal details (Date of birth, email address, mobile number etc.) entered during registration once you confirm the submission. If you have made a mistake in these details, you must register again with a new email ID. Your application will be considered for the latest registration and the Admit Card will be issued for the same. Please note that you will not receive a refund or Admit Card for your earlier registration. Failure to re-register in such circumstances may lead to nullification of your candidature. It is recommended to preview your application form before submission to ensure all the details are correct.

Q14. What are the times to contact the PGDBA Admissions Helpdesk 2025?

  • For external queries related to PGDBA Admissions 2025, please call (+91) 33-7121-1203/1204 between 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM on Monday to Friday and/or drop your email on pgdbaadmissions@iimcal.ac.in.
  • For queries related to the PGDBA Application Portal, please call (+91) 22-6130-6267 between 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM from Monday to Saturday and/or drop your email on pgdbahelpdesk.2025@iimcal.ac.in

Q15. If I do not get my Admit Card, whom should I contact?

The Admit Card needs to be directly printed from the IIM-C PGDBA 2025 website using your User ID and Password. If you are unable to view your Admit Card after logging in, please contact:

Toll No: 022-61306267
Email: pgdbahelpdesk.2025@iimcal.ac.in

Q16. In case the website does not work, and I am unable to complete my application, what should I do?

If the registration website is not accessible for any reason, please close your Internet browser and try again. Ensure you have having stable internet connection. The Registration/Application form is best viewed in Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome browsers.

Please Contact the PGDBA 2025 Helpdesk for more instructions:
Toll No: 022-61306267
Email: pgdbahelpdesk.2025@iimcal.ac.in

Q17. I have completed 5-year dual degree course (BTech + MTech, BS+MS, BTech + MSc etc.). How do I enter my marks for a bachelor’s degree?

As per your University norms, you must enter the aggregate of marks that are equivalent to a bachelor’s degree under the bachelor’s degree section and the equivalent marks for the Master’s degree under the Master’s degree section.

Q18. A) I have an SC/ST certificate in the format uploaded on the IIM-C PGDBA 2025 website. Can I use the same certificate, or do I have to download the certificate template from the IIM-C PGDBA website and fill it out again?

If your certificate fulfils the following conditions, you can upload the same certificate: 

  • The certificate should have been issued by a competent authority on or after 1st April, 2024
  • The name of the caste and caste number should appear on the certificate.
  • The Ministry's resolution/order number should be available.
  • The certificate should be in Hindi or English only.

The authorities competent to issue the certificate are: District Magistrate /Additional District Magistrate /Collector /Deputy Commissioner /Additional Deputy Commissioner / Deputy Collector / I Class Stipendiary Magistrate /City Magistrate /Taluka Magistrate /Executive Magistrate / Extra Assistant Commissioner /Chief Presidency Magistrate / Additional Chief Presidency Magistrate /President Magistrate /Revenue Officers not below the rank of Tahsildar /Sub Divisional Officer of the area where the person and his family normally resides /Development Officer.

Note: 
The certifying authority should be the one concerned with the locality in which the person applying for a certificate has his permanent place of abode. Revenue Authorities have been empowered to issue certificates based on a certificate issued by an MP, MLA, Gazetted Officer, etc. But they should do so only after proper verification and after having satisfied themselves with the corrections.

Q18. B) Is there validity for the NC-OBC Certificate?

Refer to the Government of India Department of Personnel & Training office memorandum on the validity period of the NC-OBC Certificate. https://www.ncbc.nic.in/Writereaddata/36036_2_2013-Estt-Res_30052014635430196013010641.pdf

Q18. C) Which authority issues the NC-OBC certificate?

Refer to the Government of India website www.ncbc.nic.in (http://www.ncbc.nic.in) for details. List of Authorities empowered to issue caste/community certificates http://documents.doptcirculars.nic.in/D2/D02adm/36028_1_2014-Estt.Res.-03092015A.pdf 

How to reach: 
Click on www.ncbc.nic.in ->Related Links -> Department of Personnel & Training --> http://persmin.gov.in-> Department of Personnel & Training (DOPT) - > Notifications > OMs & Orders -> 12. Estt (Reservation) ->12.2 Brochure on Reservation For SC, ST and Other Backward Classes in Services (PART-I) -> Others -> S. No. 30

Q19. I have changed my name with due procedure after completing my degree. Should I enter my name as per the degree certificate or the changed name?

You must enter your changed name and provide the supporting documents for change of name at the time of examination, interview and admission.

Q20. What should I do if I have not received the password or have lost the SMS?

If you have not received the password or have lost the SMS, click the Forgot User ID/Password option on the Existing User login page. You will be prompted to enter your registered Email ID and a Captcha string. The new password will be sent to your registered email address.

Note: Regenerated passwords will not be sent as an SMS.

Q21. What should I do if I am not able to locate the user ID?

Please click on the Forgot User ID/Password button on the Existing User login page enter your registered Email ID and prompt Captcha string to receive the User ID/Password on the registered Email ID.

Q22. I have received multiple passwords. Which password I should enter to log in?

You need to use the password contained in the most recent SMS you have received. In case you are not able to login, you can simply use your user id and click ‘forgot password’. You will receive a new password through email on your registered email id.

Q23. University name is not mentioned in the drop-down list while filling the application form?

If your university’s name does not appear in the drop down, you may select the option “Others” from the drop down list. Write your university/institute name in the “Other University/Institute Name:” text box.
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