Dr. Gaur Hari Singhania Institute of Management and Research (GHS - IMS) | Cut-Off Details | Vidyavision

Dr. Gaur Hari Singhania Institute of Management and Research (GHS-IMR), established in 1995 under the aegis of the renowned J.K. Organization, is one of the premier private management institutions in North India. Located in Kamla Nagar, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, the institute is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and accredited with a B+ grade by NAAC.

GHS-IMR offers a 2-year full-time Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) with an approved intake of 120 seats. The program offers dual specializations across Marketing, Finance, Human Resource Management, Operations Management, Information Technology, International Business, and Entrepreneurship & Family Managed Business. Admissions are evaluated through competitive national-level entrance scores, written aptitude evaluations, group discussions, and personal interviews.

1. Admission Eligibility & Criteria

Admission to the flagship PGDM program requires candidates to satisfy both academic and entrance examination cut-off criteria:

• Academic Qualification:

  • Bachelor’s degree (10+2+3 pattern) in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (or equivalent CGPA).

  • Candidates belonging to reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/NT/PwD) receive a 5% relaxation, requiring a minimum of 45% aggregate marks.

  • Final-year graduation students awaiting their final results are also eligible to apply, subject to fulfilling the minimum aggregate score requirement upon graduation.

• Accepted Entrance Examinations: Valid scorecards in national entrance tests, including CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, ATMA, or GMAT.

• Selection Process: Final selection is determined by a holistic composite weightage:

  1. Entrance Test Score (CAT/MAT/CMAT/XAT/ATMA)

  2. Written Aptitude Test (WAT) / Essay Round

  3. Group Discussion (GD) & Personal Interview (PI)

  4. Consistency in Academic Records (10th, 12th, and Graduation)

2. Expected & Previous Year Cut-Off Trends

Cut-offs at GHS-IMR Kanpur are established to shortlist applicants for the GD-PI rounds. While the institute considers overall candidate profile, test scores above the following percentile thresholds ensure shortlisting:

Exam-Wise and Category-Wise Cut-Off Percentiles

3. Merit Scholarships Based on Cut-Off & Academic Performance

GHS-IMR provides financial assistance and scholarships based on entrance exam performance and prior academic achievements:A. Entrance Exam Score-Based Merit Scholarships

4. Key Factors Influencing Annual Cut-Off Variations

1. Volume of Applicants: Fluctuations in total registrations across CAT, MAT, and CMAT directly shift the shortlisting percentile window.

2. Academic Diversity & Profile Weightage: Strong past academic records (10th, 12th, and Graduation marks) can compensate for marginal percentiles in entrance exams during final selection.

3. GD-PI Performance: Since a high weightage is assigned to communication skills, general awareness, and personal interviews, final seat allotment goes beyond entrance exam cut-offs.

4. Seat Matrix Constraints: With a fixed intake of 120 seats, competitive application pools drive shortlisting percentiles higher for early admission rounds.

5. Course Details, Fee Structure, & Application Steps

• Program: Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) — 2 Years Full-Time (Trimester System)

• Total Tuition Fee: ?6,00,000 (payable in 6 trimester-wise installments)

• Hostel Charges: Approx. ?60,000 per year (Double occupancy, twin sharing)

Application Procedure

1. Online/Offline Registration: Complete the application form on the official website (www.ghsimr.ac.in) or collect it from the Kanpur campus by paying an application fee of INR 500.

2. Scorecard Submission: Upload or submit self-attested copies of qualifying entrance test scorecards (CAT/MAT/CMAT/XAT/ATMA) and academic marksheets.

3. Selection Round: Shortlisted candidates receive an interview call letter for participating in the WAT, GD, and PI rounds.

4. Seat Locking: Selected candidates receive an offer letter and must confirm their seat by paying the non-refundable seat registration fee of INR 30,000 within the specified deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What entrance exam scores are accepted for admission to GHS-IMR Kanpur?

GHS-IMR accepts valid scorecards from national management entrance examinations including CAT, MAT, CMAT, XAT, ATMA, and GMAT.

Q2. Does GHS-IMR offer dual specializations in its PGDM program?

Yes, students can choose dual specializations from Marketing, Finance, Human Resource Management, Information Technology, Operations Management, International Business, and Entrepreneurship & Family Managed Business.

Q3. What is the minimum academic percentage needed for reserved category candidates?

Candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, NT, or PwD categories require a minimum aggregate of 45% marks in graduation (compared to 50% for General category applicants).

Q4. Is there a scholarship program available based on entrance test percentiles?

Yes, scholarships ranging from INR 10,000 to INR 30,000 are awarded to candidates scoring 60 percentile or higher in CAT, MAT, CMAT, or XAT. Academic merit scholarships are also provided for high percentile performers across 10th, 12th, and Graduation.

Q5. What is the total intake capacity for the PGDM program at GHS-IMR?

The AICTE-approved total intake capacity for the 2-year full-time PGDM program at Dr. Gaur Hari Singhania Institute of Management and Research is 120 seats.