Launched in 2006, IIM Ahmedabad's Post-Graduate Programme in Management for Executives (MBA-PGPX) is one of India's most prestigious one-year full-time MBA for senior professionals. The IIMA PGPX 2026-27 batch, the 21st cohort of the programme, welcomed 160 students on April 15, 2026. The batch brings an average work experience of 7 years and 6 months. The median total guaranteed salary in PGPX Placements 2025 (Batch 2024-25) was ₹31.28 LPA for domestic roles. Programme fee for 2026-27 batch is ₹35 lakhs. Read the complete guide below for batch profile analysis, placements data, fees breakdown, and eligibility criteria.
IIM Ahmedabad launched the PGPX the one-year full time residential programme in management in 2006 to fulfil the unmet need of experienced managers. The Post-Graduate Programme in Management for Executives’ (PGPX) is designed for ambitious executives who want to step up their career potential, confidently shoulder high-level responsibilities, bring forward game-changing ideas and prepare for a shifting global economy. For many the MBA-PGPX is also the springboard from which they launch their own ventures and build global companies For the past five years with its ‘Get-Ready-for-Top-Management' focus, the PGPX programme is ranked on top in the world on Financial Times Career Progression category. Read more about IIM Ahmedabad One Year MBA PGPX.
The MBA-PGPX is meant for working professionals with a Bachelor’s Degree and at least 4 years of experience. Following are the basic criteria for the PGPX Application:
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On April 15, 2026, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) welcomed 160 experienced professionals to its 21st batch of the One-Year Post Graduate Programme in Management (MBA-PGPX). The inaugural ceremony was held in the presence of Professor Satish Deodhar, Dean (Faculty); Professor Diptesh Ghosh, Dean (Programmes); Professor Debjit Roy, Chairperson, MBA-PGPX; faculty members, and other officials of the Institute.
The IIM Ahmedabad One Year MBA PGPX Batch 2026-27 includes students from diverse professional backgrounds, with 114 male students (72%) and 46 female students (28%). 36.43% of the students possess international exposure in terms of work and studies, and the batch holds an average work experience of 7 years and 6 months.
Students of this batch come from a dynamic mix of sectors, including Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI), Consulting, Energy and Utilities, IT, Manufacturing, Defence and Security, E-commerce, FMCG, Media and Advertising, Aerospace and Aviation, Healthcare, and Transportation and Logistics, among others. The sectors of BFSI, Consulting, and Energy and Utilities boast the highest number of students, at 22 per sector. They are followed by IT & ITeS (15), Manufacturing/Engineering (14), Defence and Security (10), IT Products (9), and Retail/E-commerce (7).
MBA-PGPX 2026-2027: Profile of Students
Total Number of Students in the Batch: 160
Parameter | Average |
|---|---|
GMAT (19 Students) | 691 |
GMAT-FOCUS (108 Students) | 652 |
GRE (33 Students) | 323 |
Total work experience | 7 Years 6 months |
International work experience | 0 Years 4 months |
Age as on March 31, 2026 | 30 Years, 8 Months |
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Here are the key highlights of IIM Ahmedabad One Year MBA PGPX batch for last few years.
IIM Ahmedabad One Year MBA PGPX: Profile of Students of Batch 2023-24
Parameter | Batch 2023-24 | Batch 2024-25 | Batch 2026-27 |
|---|---|---|---|
GMAT | 693 | 697 | 691 |
GMAT-FOCUS (108 Students) | - | - | 652 |
GRE | 323 | 324 | 323 |
Average work experience | 7.7 years | 7 Years 6 months | 7 Years 6 months |
Average age | 30.75 years | 30 Years 11 Months | 30 Years, 8 Months |
Total Number of Students | 148 | 158 | 160 |
Source: MBAUniverse.com Analysis
IIM Ahmedabad PGPX Placements 2025 delivered solid outcomes for its experienced cohort, with the median total guaranteed cash component at ₹31.28 LPA and a median fixed yearly cash component of ₹29.06 LPA across 131 domestic offers. For international placements, the median total guaranteed cash touched USD 1,06,095, underscoring the global appeal of the PGPX degree.
Salary Heads-Domestic (INR)
Salary Head | Min | Max | Median | Mean | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fixed Yearly Cash Component | 20,70,290 | 63,75,000 | 29,06,524 | 30,12,000 | 131 |
One-time Cash Payment | 15,000 | 14,00,000 | 3,00,000 | 3,64,782 | 78 |
Total Guaranteed Cash Component | 23,10,000 | 63,75,000 | 31,28,182 | 32,29,199 | 131 |
Maximum Earning Potential | 26,00,000 | 76,50,000 | 34,41,000 | 37,25,060 | 131 |
Salary Heads-International (USD)
Salary Head | Min | Max | Median | Mean | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fixed Yearly Cash Component | 65,352 | 1,17,190 | 1,06,095 | 98,683 | 4 |
One-time Cash Payment | - | - | - | - | - |
Total Guaranteed Cash Component | 65,352 | 1,17,190 | 1,06,095 | 98,683 | 4 |
Maximum Earning Potential | 65,352 | 1,17,190 | 1,10,845 | 1,01,058 | 4 |
The Programme Fee for the 2026-27 PGPX Batch is INR 35 lakhs for SSH candidates opting for SSH (Single Accommodation) and 37.10 Lakhs for MSH candidates opting for MSH (Married Student Housing) plus cost of International Immersion Programme (IIP) excluding travel and stay related expenses.
IIM Ahmedabad's MBA-PGPX remains India's most sought-after one-year executive MBA. The 21st cohort brings together 160 accomplished professionals from 12+ sectors, with an average work experience of 7 years and 6 months. PGPX Placements 2025 delivered a median total guaranteed domestic salary of ₹31.28 LPA and a median international compensation of USD 1,06,095. With a programme fee of ₹35–37.10 lakhs and eligibility requiring a minimum 4 years of post-graduation work experience, a valid GMAT or GRE score, and a minimum age of 25 years, the PGPX is a significant but well-validated investment for experienced professionals ready for top management. Read more about IIM Ahmedabad One Year MBA PGPX Program.
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