Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India Admissions 2027-28 Dates, Appilcation Form, Process & Fee

The Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII), located in Bhat near Ahmedabad, Gujarat, is an autonomous institute established in 1983. Sponsored by financial institutions including IDBI Bank, IFCI, ICICI Bank, State Bank of India (SBI), and supported by the Government of Gujarat, EDII is an institution dedicated to entrepreneurship, innovation, and venture creation.

The admission architecture at EDII is designed to evaluate candidates not only on academic merit and management entrance test performance, but also on their creative thinking, risk orientation, problem-solving skills, and entrepreneurial drive.

Academic Offerings & Program Portfolios

EDII offers postgraduate programs and doctoral research options:

• Post Graduate Diploma in Management – Entrepreneurship (PGDM-E): The flagship two-year full-time program designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, family business successors, and innovation leaders.

• Post Graduate Diploma in Management – Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Venture Development (PGDM-IEV): A specialized two-year full-time program focused on technology commercialization, incubation, and early-stage startup creation.

• Fellow Programme in Management (FPM): A full-time doctoral-level program meant for researchers, scholars, and future faculty members specializing in entrepreneurship, small business management, and innovation management.

• Online PGDM: A flexible management program designed for working professionals, remote learners, and early-stage startup founders seeking formal business credentials.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for admissions at EDII Ahmedabad, applicants must meet designated criteria tailored to each program:

PGDM-E Program

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree (10+2+3 or 10+2+4 pattern) in any discipline (Arts, Science, Commerce, Engineering, Technology, Medicine) from a university recognized by UGC, AIU, or AICTE.

• Minimum Marks: General Category applicants must obtain a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (or equivalent CGPA) in graduation. A relaxation up to 45% is applicable to reserved category candidates (SC, ST, OBC).

• National Level Entrance Exam: Valid test scores in any national-level management examination—such as CAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, CMAT, GMAT, or CUET—are mandatory.

• Final Year Students: Candidates appearing for their final year graduation examination can also apply provisionally, provided they fulfill all degree completion requirements before final enrollment.

PGDM-IEV Program

• Educational Qualification: A Bachelor’s degree in any recognized stream.

• Minimum Marks: At least 50% aggregate marks in graduation for General candidates and 45% for SC, ST, or OBC candidates.

• National Level Entrance Exam: Scores from CAT, MAT, XAT, ATMA, CMAT, or GMAT are required.

Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)

• Educational Qualification: A Master’s degree or equivalent post-graduation degree in Management, Engineering, Technology, Economics, Social Sciences, Pure Sciences, Commerce, or Humanities with first-division marks.

• Minimum Marks: Aggregate score of 60% or equivalent CGPA in Post-Graduation.

• Appearing Candidates: Candidates in their final semester/year of Post-Graduation are eligible to apply.

Admission & Selection Process

The selection pipeline at EDII evaluates both academic potential and entrepreneurial readiness.

• Online Registration & Application: Candidates create an account on the EDII application portal, fill in profile details, enter academic and entrance exam credentials, and upload requested certificates.

• Shortlisting of Candidates: Applicants are screened based on their graduation marks and national-level management exam scores (CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, GMAT, or CUET).

• Entrepreneurial Aptitude Test (EAT): Shortlisted candidates for the PGDM programs undergo the Entrepreneurial Aptitude Test (EAT). This internal written test measures entrepreneurial mindset, logical reasoning, decision-making capabilities, and analytical aptitude.

• Entrepreneurship Research Aptitude Test (ERAT): Applicants for the FPM doctoral program take the specialized ERAT examination, designed to test research methodology skills and domain knowledge.

• Personal Interview (PI): Candidates appear for personal interviews evaluated by faculty members and industry experts. The panel evaluates clarity of goals, leadership qualities, past projects or business endeavors, and personal motivation.

• Final Merit List & Offer Letter: Merit scores are generated by combining Entrance Exam Scores, EAT/ERAT scores, Personal Interview performance, and overall academic history. Selected candidates receive provisional offer letters via email.

• Fee Payment & Seat Confirmation: Candidates accept their admission offer by submitting original documents for verification and remitting the prescribed course fee.

Application Fees

Application fees for EDII admissions are non-refundable and must be paid through the online Electronic Payment Gateway (EPG) using Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI:

• General & OBC Category Candidates: INR 1,500

• Female & Reserved Category Candidates (SC, ST, PwD): INR 1,000

• FPM & Specialized Application Route: INR 1,000 to INR 1,200 (depending on category and submission channel)

Important Dates for 2026 Admissions

The tentative schedule for national entrance exams and the EDII selection rounds for the 2026 academic intake is outlined below: