byVinay Kumar
Updated on - 12 Dec, 2023
RIIM - Arihant Group of Institutes (RIIM) is a leading business school located in Pune, India. Established in 2007, RIIM has established itself as a premier institute for management education and has consistently been ranked among the top business schools in India by various prestigious rankings and publications.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Established | 2007 |
| Location | Pune, India |
| Accreditation | National Board of Accreditation (NBA) |
| Programs | Master of Business Administration (MBA), Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), Executive MBA, Specialized Postgraduate Diploma Programs in Management |
| Placements | Consistently over 90% for MBA and PGDM graduates |
| Infrastructure | State-of-the-art classrooms, library, computer labs, and hostel facilities |
| Faculty | Highly qualified and experienced faculty |
| Student Life | Vibrant with various clubs, committees, and cultural events |
| Rankings | Consistently ranked among top business schools in India |
| Awards | Numerous awards for academic excellence and contributions to management education |
| Campus | Sprawling campus with modern amenities |
| Industry Linkages | Strong industry linkages and active engagement with recruiters |
| Holistic Learning Environment | Focus on providing a holistic learning environment that goes beyond academics |
| Leadership Development | Encouragement of extracurricular activities to develop leadership skills |
| Event | Tentative Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Form Availability | November 2023 |
| Application Deadline | May 2024 |
| Declaration of Merit List | June 2024 |
| Payment of Admission Fees | June-July 2024 |
| Commencement of Academic Session | July 2024 |
| Program Name | Duration | Fee (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Business Administration (MBA) | 2 years | ? 4,50,000 |
| Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) | 2 years | ? 3,50,000 |
| Executive MBA | 1 year | ? 2,50,000 |
| Specialized Postgraduate Diploma Programs in Management (PGDM) | 1 year | ? 2,00,000 |
| Year | NIRF Ranking |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Expected to be released in April 2024 |
| 2023 | 95 |
| 2022 | 90 |
| 2021 | 82 |
| 2020 | 78 |
Eligibility Criteria:
Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM): Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate. Applicants with a Bachelor's degree in a non-business discipline may also apply, but they may be required to complete additional bridge courses.
Executive MBA: Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
Specialized Postgraduate Diploma Programs in Management (PGDM): Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university with a minimum of 45% marks in aggregate.
Application Process:
Application Form Availability: The application forms for admission to RIIM are expected to be available online on the institute website in November 2023.
Application Deadline: The deadline for submitting the application form is expected to be in May 2024.
Entrance Exams: Applicants for the MBA and PGDM programs are required to appear for the relevant entrance exam such as the MAH-CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test), CAT (Common Admission Test), MAT (Management Aptitude Test), CMAT (Common Management Admission Test), ATMA (AIMS Test for Management Admissions), or any other exam accepted by the institute. Applicants for the Executive MBA and Specialized PGDM programs are not required to take any entrance exams.
Shortlisting: Based on the entrance exam score (if applicable), academic performance, and any additional criteria specified by the institute, shortlisted candidates will be invited for Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI).
Final Admission: The final selection for admission will be based on the performance in GD and PI, along with the entrance exam score (if applicable) and academic performance.
| Company | Industry |
|---|---|
| Amazon | Technology |
| Deloitte | Consulting |
| HDFC Bank | Banking |
| ICICI Bank | Banking |
| KPMG | Consulting |
| Wipro | IT |
| TCS | IT |
| Infosys | IT |
| Accenture | Consulting |
| Capgemini | Consulting |
| Cognizant | IT |
| Tech Mahindra | IT |
| HCL Technologies | IT |
| Axis Bank | Banking |
| Flipkart | E-commerce |
| Reliance Industries | Conglomerate |
Merit-based Scholarships:
Need-based Scholarships:
Diversity Scholarships:
| Duration : | 2 Years |
| Level : | Post Graduation |
| Eligibility : | Graduation with 50% |
| Course Type : | Degree |
| Duration : | 2 Years |
| Level : | Post Graduation |
| Eligibility : | Graduation with 50% |
| Course Type : | Diploma |