ISB&M Pune, offers postgraduate courses in management and media. Admission to these courses is through entrance exams like CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, ATMA, and MAT followed by group discussion (GD) and personal interview (PI). ISB&M 2024 CAT cutoff was 60 percentile.
ISB&M fees for the flagship PGDM program is around INR 12.8 Lacs for two years. ISB&M Pune also offers scholarships to 5 students of INR 2 lakhs (INR 1 lakh each year) if the student has scored above 80% in CAT/XAT.
CAT 2025 registration started on August 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM and will close on September 13, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Admit cards will be available for download from 5 November 5 to 30 November 2025. The CAT 2025 exam is scheduled for 30 November 2025, and the results are likely to be announced in the first week of January 2026. The CAT application fee has been revised to INR 2600 for General category candidates and INR 1300 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
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ISB&M Pune Important Dates 2025
ISB&M Pune PG Admission 2025
ISB&M Pune offers PGDM course under PG:
Program Name | Duration | Eligibility Criteria | Fees |
PGDM | 2 years | UG degree with 50% marks with any entrance exam score card CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, ATMA, and MAT | INR 12.8 Lacs |
PGDM In Media Management | 2 years | UG degree with 50% marks with any entrance exam score card CAT, XAT, GMAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAT | INR 10.8 Lacs |
ISB&M Pune Application Process 2025
Step 1: Visit the Official Website of the University.
Step 2: Press Apply Now as Indicated.
Step 3: Begin entering the related/ required information such as name, marks gained etc. properly.
Step 4: Pay INR 1,500/- once the application form has been completed.
Step 5: Print/ Download the application form and keep it handy.
Documents Required:
| Four recent photographs | Class 10th Marksheet |
| Class 12th Marksheet | Graduation Marksheet |
| Proof of identity | Proof of address |
| Work experience certificate (if applicable) |
CAT 2025 Registration
How to Register:
- Visit the official CAT website to register online.
- Use a valid and unique email ID and mobile number to start the process.
- After registering, you’ll receive a User ID and Password to log in and fill the application form.
Key Guidelines:
- You can complete the form in multiple sessions — your progress will be saved automatically.
- Review all details carefully before submitting the application fee. No changes are allowed after payment.
- Incorrect or incomplete forms may be rejected.
- SC/ST/PwD candidates must upload valid certificates. Category changes cannot be made after registration.
- A short correction window will be available after registration closes for limited time only.
CAT 2025 Registration Fee
- The registration fee for CAT 2025 must be paid online only.
- Candidates can choose from SBI ePay or BillDesk payment gateways.
- The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
- The application fee is required to be paid only once, regardless of the number of IIMs or other institutions candidates are applying to.
How to Register for CAT 2025 Exam
Follow the steps below to complete CAT 2025 registration:
- Visit the Official Website
- Click on ‘New Candidate Registration’ Begin by selecting the New Registration option.
- Generate OTP Enter basic details to receive a One-Time Password (OTP) for verification.
- Complete Basic RegistrationFill in the Name, Date of Birth, Email ID, and Mobile Number.Ensure all details are accurate — these cannot be edited later.
- Login to Complete the Application Use the provided User ID and Password to log in and access the application form.
- Fill in Detailed Information
- Personal Details
- Academic Qualifications
- Work Experience (if any)
- Programme Preferences
- Test City Choices
- Pay the Application Fee Choose the preferred payment gateway and complete the payment process.
- Submit & Save After successful payment, submit the form and download a copy of the filled application for future reference.
ISB&M Pune Admission FAQs
Will ISB&M conduct its own admission test this year?
No
What are the placement assistance activities at ISB&M?
This cell plays the role of mediator between recruiters and students. This department is liable for the complete placement process and serves as an interface between the corporate sector and the institute. It focuses on giving summers and the final placement.
What is the hostel & mess fee and residential facilities at ISB&M?
All the programs that are conducted in ISB&M are residential in nature and as such the students admitted by the Institute are required to compulsorily reside in the hostels of the Institute. Hostel Rent: INR 80,000 per annum; Mess Charges: INR 48,000 per annum.
How are 'shortlisted' and 'selected' candidates notified at ISB&M?
The shortlisted and selected candidates are notified by emails,SMS.
If I have committed several mistake(s) in applying to ISB&M. Can I make alterations later to correct?
You may make changes to your application by signing in to ISB&M Admissions Portal (student dashboard). You can't make a change in the name, registered email-is & phone number of the candidate, except for these you may make a change in the other details if the payment of the application form has not been done. You can have the application form changed through the admission team also by sending an email on admissions@isbm.ac.in, if the payment has been made.