SJIM Bangalore: Admissions, Courses, Fees, Placement, Scholarship, Ranking

Q: What details do I need to submit as part of my application?

Ans:SJIM uses an online application system. As a part of your application, you will be requiredto provide details related to your educational background and achievements. You can find the application form by clickinghere. Upload the following documents as a part of your application:10th and 12th mark sheet.Degree marks cards of all semestersEntrance exam scorecardWork experience certificate (if available)

Q: What is the fee structurefor the PGDM program?

Ans: The fee structure at SJIM is INR 4,65,000 for the first year and the same for the second year. Total fees for the PGDM course is INR 9,30,000 andcan be paid in 4 installments.

Q: Are SJIM and SJCBA the same institute?

Yes. St. Josephs Institute of Management (SJIM) was formerly known as St. Joseph's College of Business Administration. The Institute is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and NAAC.

St. Joseph’s Institute of Management (SJIM) is ranked 23rd Best Private B-School in South Zone by The Week 2023. It offers 3 Post Graduate courses in the field of management. The total intake in these academic programs is 180. Admission is done through national-level management entrance tests like CAT, MAT, XAT, GMAT, etc.

SJIM has 3 independent colleges namely:

St. Joseph's College (Arts & Science) – Read more
St. Joseph's College of Commerce – Read more
St. Joseph's Evening College

Direct Link to Apply for SJIM Admission 2024

SJIM Bangalore Important Dates

PGDM
Events	Dates
Date of Application Start	February 1, 2024
Last Date to Apply	April 3, 2024
Personal Interview and Micro Presentation (Online)	April 6 - 7, 2024
Announcement of the Selection List	April 12, 2024
Commencement of Program	June 2024

SJIM Highlights

Type of Institute	Private Self-financed
Establishment	1968
Location	Bangalore, Karnataka
Recognitions	AICTE, UGC, NAAC
Official Website	http://www.sjim.edu.in
Admission Criteria	Entrance Test: CAT/ MAT/ XAT/ GMAT/ CMAT/ ATMA
Recruiting Partners	58

SJIM Salient Features

Faculty members trained at IIM/ IISc/ IIT/ NIT/ BITS/ Boston College
Small classroom size to maximize faculty-student interaction
Excellent hostel facilities for both boys and girls
Financial support for certifications
Excellent placements in premier companies for the last 20 years
International collaborations with the Albers School, Seattle University, USA and others.
SJIM was listed among the top 3 business schools in Bangalore by the NIRF 2018.
St Joseph's Institute of Management among the top 7 in Karnataka, from over forty-five participating institutes by NIRF.
Ranked SJIM 28th in South India in 2019 by Outlook-ICARE India.
Ranked SJIM as the outstanding B-School of Excellence in 2019 by CSR-GHRDC.
Ranked SJIM 55th in India in 2019 by MBAUniverse.com.
Rated A++ by Business India.

St. Joseph’s Institute of Management Courses

St. Joseph’s Institute of Management Bangalore provides the following course:

Course Name	Eligibility	Duration
PGDM (Postgraduate Diploma in Management)	Graduates from any discipline having at least 60% aggregate marks	2-years \| Full-time

Check: SJIM Courses and Fees

SJIM Admissions

Eligible candidates can apply for admission through the official website of the Institute. However, the admission procedure for each course varies from each other. Given below are the details for the same:

PGDM Admissions

An applicant has to appear for an Entrance Test conducted by the All India Management Association (AIMA) on an all-India basis at different centers like:-

All India Test – CAT, XAT or MAT
A minimum MAT score of 550
SJIM also accepts other tests such as GMAT, ATMA, CMAT

Candidates will be finalized on the basis of their performance in the entrance followed by essay writing and an interview for the shortlisted candidates.

E-PGDM and PGCM Admissions

The Institute shortlist the candidates on the basis of academic performance and work experience. The list of the shortlisted candidates is made available on the official website of SJIM. Further, the candidates will be called for a Personal Interview. Selected candidates will be intimated via E-mails.

Read more: SJIM Bangalore Admissions

SJIM Scholarships

Every year, 30% SJIM students are offered several scholarships and fee waiver from the Institute. These include General Merit Scholarships, Merit-cum-Means Scholarships, and fee waiver to economically weaker students.

SJIM Placements

The placement cell of the Institute introduces the students to various skill- programs to improve themselves and ensure job opportunities. Such skills include:

Communication skills
Presentation skills
Special training in Identified areas
Pre-Placement workshops
Introduction to Interview

St. Joseph's Institute of Mangement Placement Trends

Over 64 companies visit St Joseph’s Institute of Management Bangalore for placements in 2022. Every year, there are about 25% of new organizations participate in SJIM’s placement drive. SJIM Placement 2023 witnessed the highest package is at INR 22 LPA whereas the average package is recorded at INR 9 LPA. Some of the common recruiters are Morgan Stanley, LinkedIn, Amway, HDFC Bank, IBM, KPMG, TATA Consultancy Services, Bosch, Reliance Jio, Indigo Paints, JP Morgan, Deloitte, etc.

SJIM Placement 2023

Placement %	98.5%
No. of Companies visited	64
Highest Salary	INR 22 LPA
Average Salary	INR 9 LPA

The following graph shows the educational background of the students studying in the Institute:

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St. Joseph’s Institute of Management Facilities

Computer Lab: The Institute has a computer lab with networking for students to use. Broadband internet facility is also available at all hours. In addition, WiFi connectivity allows students to access the servers anywhere on campus.
Library: The Library contains more than 20,000 volumes. Journals and periodicals, both national and international, as well as digital collections are available to the students. It has also subscribed to EBSCO, Emerald, PROWESS, CRISIL Research, Capitoline, E-Books, and J-Gate to support the research work of students and faculty.
Hostel: The SJIM hostel is situated in the heart of the city and is just five minutes walk from the main campus. Unlike other hostels, the food in SJIM Hostel is excellent. The environment in the SJIM hostel is very friendly and peaceful. There are three types of rooms - single rooms, double rooms and double with an attached bathroom.

SJIM Faculty

The Institute has excellent faculty members with several years of experience and PhDs from reputed business schools in India and abroad. The institute has a total of 13 faculty members and 12 visiting faculty.

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SJIM FAQs

Ques. What details do I need to submit as part of my application?

Ans: SJIM uses an online application system. As a part of your application, you will be required to provide details related to your educational background and achievements. You can find the application form by clicking here. Upload the following documents as a part of your application:

10^th and 12^th mark sheet.
Degree marks cards of all semesters
Entrance exam scorecard
Work experience certificate (if available)

Ques. What is the fee structure for the PGDM program?

Ans: The fee structure at SJIM is INR 4,65,000 for the first year and the same for the second year. Total fees for the PGDM course is INR 9,30,000 and can be paid in 4 installments.

Ques. What is the cutoff score accepted by SJIM for admission?

Ans. There is no fixed cutoff for taking admission in the Institute. The accepted exams for taking admission in PGDM are CAT, GMAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, etc. A candidate with a higher score in these exams will be given preference. However, for MAT, a candidate must score a minimum score of 550. While filling up the application form, enter the score of all examinations if appeared. Your best score across the different exams will be considered.

Ques. Are SJIM and SJCBA the same institute?

Ans. Yes. St. Joseph’s Institute of Management (SJIM) was formerly known as St. Joseph's College of Business Administration. The Institute is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and NAAC.

Ques. What is the difference between PGDM and MBA?

Ans. In India, PGDM and MBA are both 2-year full-time programs and are thus equivalent to each other. While an MBA is granted by a university or a college affiliated to a university, a PGDM is granted by institutes. The PGDM program at SJIM has been approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and it has given the equivalence status of MBA.