General FAQs PGDM
Q1. What are the eligibility criteria to apply for the PGDM program at the Institute?
- A minimum three-year duration Bachelor’s Degree awarded by any of
the Universities recognized by University Grants Commission or Association of Indian Universities in any
discipline with at least 50% marks in aggregate or equivalent. Applicants in their Final Year of
Graduation, appearing for their final semester/year exams, graduating in 2023, can also
apply. - The candidate has to appear for any one of the seven entrance
examinations: CAT 2023 /XAT 2024/CMAT 2024 /MH-CET 2024/MAT 2024/23 /ATMA 2024/23 /GMAT
2022/2023
Q2. How can I apply for this program?
The application for PGDM (Batch 2024-26) is online. Applicants can apply online on: www.apply.nldalmia.in
Q3. How will the GD-PI process be conducted?
The GD-PI process will be conducted in person i.e.F2F.
Q4. What are the various PGDM programs at N.L. Dalmia, along with the no. of seats?
We have the following 3 programs in PGDM at N.L.Dalmia:
- PGDM (with specialization in Finance/Mktg/HR) = 240 seats
- PGDM in Finance = 120 seats
- PGDM in Business Analytics = 60 seats
Q5. What is the duration of this program?
All the PGDM programs are 2 years full-time program, comprising of six trimesters (three semesters per year).
Q6. Are the PGDM programs officially approved by AICTE?
Yes, all the PGDM programs are approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India
Q7. What are the accreditations of the Institute?
NLDIMSR is accredited with ‘A+’ by NAAC (2nd cycle), NBA and SAQS
Q8. Is the PGDM program AIU approved?
Yes, the PGDM program is approved by AIU
Q9. Is the PGDM program MBA equivalent?
Yes, PGDM program has got equivalence to MBA as the program is approved by AIU
Q10. What are the selection criteria on which I would be evaluated?
PGDM admission evaluation is holistic – and not based on test scores alone. The applicant would be evaluated based on the following criteria:
- Entrance Exam score (Any one of 7 aptitude tests accepted (CAT/XAT/CMAT/MH-CET/GMAT/MAT/ATMA). You can upload scores for more than one if available.
- Personal Interview
- Group Discussion
- Past Academic Record (10th, 12th and Graduation)
- Work Experience (if any)
- Extra-Curricular (Sports/Art) (if any)
Q11. What is the weightage of each selection criteria?
This is a general guide. (For applicants with exceptional achievements in one or other field, this could vary).
| Entrance Exam score | 40% |
| Personal Interview | 20% |
| Group Discussion | 15% |
| Past Academic Record (10th, 12th Graduation/Post Graduation) |
15% |
| Work Experience | 05% |
| Extra-Curricular (Sports/Art) | 05% |
Q12. Is there a Cut-off wrt the aptitude entrance exam test scores?
The selection of an applicant is based on the overall profile. Every applicant will get an opportunity to participate in the GD-PI process regardless of his/her aptitude test score.
Q13. What is the application form fee?
The application form fee is ₹2,000/- (Rupees Two Thousand Only) for any one specialization. For every additional specialization, ₹1,000/- (Rupees One Thousand Only) extra. The application form fee is non-refundable.
Q14. What is the Highest and the average placement package at N.L. Dalmia?
For the PGDM Batch 2021-23, following is the Highest and the average placement package:
| Specialisation | Highest | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Finance | 25.50 | 9.85 |
| Marketing | 22.00 | 9.24 |
| HR | 13.50 | 8.98 |
Q15. Can you mention name of few companies who are the placement partners at N. L. Dalmia?
The prominent placement partners associated with N. L. Dalmia are:
Hindustan Unilever, Aditya Birla Capital, Anand Rathi Wealth Limited, Price Waterhouse Coopers, Bennett & Coleman Ltd., Bloomberg, CARE Ratings Limited, CBRE, CRISIL, Deutsche Bank, Edelweiss Wealth Management, J P Morgan, Jio Creative Labs, Kantar, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Kotak Securities, KPMG, Larsen & Toubro, Morgan Stanley, Morning Star, MSCI, Muthoot Housing Finance Company Limited, Nielsen IQ, NEO Group, Nomura, NSE, , HDFC Bank, HDFC Ltd. Hindustan Unilever Ltd, ICICI Bank, ICICI Home Loans, ICICI Prudential AMC, ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, ICICI Securities Ltd, Sun Pharma, Tata Consultancy Services, Tata International, Trust Group Capital Services, GEP, Godrej Capital, Hamilton Housewares Ltd to name a few.
Q16. What are the Value-added programs/certifications offered to a PGDM student at N.L.Dalmia?
Following are the Value-added programs/certifications offered to a PGDM student at N. L. Dalmia:
| Sr. | No |
|---|---|
|
For All Specializations Students (Finance, Marketing, HR, Business Analytics) |
|
| 1 | Bloomberg Market Concepts |
| 2 | Coursera Courses for every subject in each Trimester |
| 3 | PMI Certification |
| 4 | Capstone Business Simulation Certification |
| 5 | Business Analytics-Advanced Excel |
| 6 | Clean Exit and Ethics Courses |
| 7 | Data Analytics with Python & R |
| 8 | Power Business Intelligence |
| 9 | Applications of Project Management |
| For Finance Specializations Students | |
| 10 | Bloomberg Analysts (Finance) |
| 11 | Certification in Commodities Derivative Programme by MCX |
| 12 | Finance Fintech Certification |
| 13 | Certificate Program on Online Portfolio Management on Bloomberg Platform |
| 14 | Finance Fintech |
| For Marketing Specializations Students | |
| 15 | Digital Marketing |
| 16 | Data Visualisation using Tableau |
| 17 | Media Planning & Media Analytics |
| 18 | Marketing Analytics |
| 19 | Neuro Marketing using TOBI software |
| For HR Specializations Students | |
| 20 | HR Analytics |
| 21 | Certificate Course in Talent Acquisition Outcome oriented approach to talent acquisition by Dale Carnegie |
| 22 | Certificate Course in Competency Modelling by Dale Carnegie |
| 23 | HR Simulations |
| 24 | Behavioural event Interview Training |
| For Business Analytics Specializations Students | |
| 25 | Excel for Managers |
| 26 | Leadership |
| 27 | Managing Project Using SCRUM |
| 28 | Design Thinking |
| 29 | Analytics at Work |
| 30 | Personal Branding |
Q17. What is the fee structure of the PGDM program?
The fee structure for the PGDM Batch 2024 – 26 is Rs. 8.10 Lakhs in the 1st year & Rs.8.10 Lakhs in the 2nd year.
Q18. Do you have tie up with banks for education loans?
Apart from payment in instalments, the Institute has tied up with IDFC First Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, for Education Loan facilities. For details regarding education loans the applicant can approach the Accounts Office of NLDIMSR at +91 99677 42900.
Q19. Are there any Scholarships provided?
Yes. Scholarships are provided to academically exceptional and meritorious students. The N.L.Dalmia Scholarship policy is available on the institute’s website.
Q20. What is the minimum payment of fees required to secure my seat?
Once selected, you can secure your seat by paying the partial 1st year fee amount as a 1st installment of Rs. 2,70,000/- (Rs. Two Lakhs Seventy Thousand only).
You may write to the Director of the Institute in case of queries.
No part payment below Rs. 1,00,000/- (Rs. One Lakh) will be accepted.
Q21. Are there any Institutional level seats? Or Management Quota?
The admission for the PGDM program at NLDIMSR is strictly on merit basis. There is No Management Quota or Institutional level seats.
Q22. Does the PGDM program has seats reserved for Hindi Linguistic Minority?
The PGDM program has no seats reserved for Hindi Linguistic Minority
Q23. Is hostel facility available?
Hostels are available off-campus. The Institute facilitates flats on rent near the campus for outstation students or students staying far-off in Mumbai. Students can get in touch with admission department for the same. The Students are advised to go through the Hostel Policy before availing the facility.
For details regarding Hostel facility the applicant can approach: Mr. Kadam at 9820729966
Q24. What are the Hostel charges?
The Hostel rent charges are Rs. 1,08,000/- per Academic Year (for shared, furnished, A/C apartments) and Rs. 50,000/- refundable deposit.
Q25. Is it compulsory to stay in Hostel by the outstation students?
No. It is not compulsory to stay in Hostels provided by the Institute for any student.
Q26. For Admissions related queries whom should we contact?
Kindly call on 6389-222-555 for all admission related queries.You can also drop your queries at [email protected]
No. It is not compulsory to stay in Hostels provided by the Institute for any student.
Q27. Who are the contact persons in case of any more details regarding the institute?
As mentioned, kindly call 6389-222-555 for all admission related queries between 11 am to 6 pm. In case you want to know more about the institute, either visit http://www.nldalmia.in/ or call:
Head Admissions – 9867643482, between 10 am to 5 pm
Ms. Sushma Mondhe (For Business Analytics): 9820943132, between 10 am to 5 pm