Admissions & Selection Process
Application Criteria, Accepted Entrance Exams & Weightage for Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai
Admission Selection Criteria & Weightage (Management (PGDM))
Evaluation components applied during candidate selection
Entrance Score (XAT/CAT/GMAT)
35%
Personal Interview & AWT
35%
Past Academic Record
20%
Work Experience & Diversity
10%
Accepted Entrance Examinations
National, State, and Institutional tests recognized for seat allotment
Entrance Exam Cutoffs & Closing Ranks
Recent cutoff benchmarks and opening/closing ranks across degree branches
| Exam & Quota | Course / Branch | Category | Round | Closing Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XAT | Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM - 2 Year) | General | Round 1 | #0 | 80%ile |
Institutional Scholarships & Financial Aid
Merit waivers, state grants, and tuition assistance
Merit scholarships awarded for exceptional academic and corporate leadership potential.
Dr. Bala V. Balachandran Merit Scholarship
MeritEligibility: High entrance score achievers and exceptional profile candidates
Benefit: Financial grant up to ₹5,00,000
Step-by-Step Admission Channel (Management (PGDM))
Clear roadmap to secure institutional enrollment at Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai
Register for XAT / CAT
Take national entrance examination.
Submit Online Application
Apply via https://www.greatlakes.edu.in/.
Shortlisting
Candidates shortlisted based on test scores and profile.
AWT & Personal Interview
Analytical writing assessment and personal interview.
Admission Confirmation
Selected candidates receive offer letters.
Need help with eligibility & admission counseling?
Our admissions counselors assist with seat confirmation and scholarship guidance.