Institute of Management Bhubaneswar (IMB)

Overview

Official Name: Institute of Management Bhubaneswar (IMB)
Common Names: IMB Bhubaneswar
Type: Private Management Institute
Established: 1995
Campus Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
Approvals & Affiliations:
- Approved by AICTE (aicte-india.org)
- Affiliated to Biju Patnaik University of Technology (BPUT), Odisha (bput.ac.in)
- Recognized by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
- NAAC accreditation: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01
Official Website: imbbbsr.ac.in

Founder: Not publicly specified on official site
Director: Prof. Basanta Kumar Panda
Student Population: Approximately 600+ students
Departments/Faculties: Management Studies
Contact:
- Phone: +91-674-2543835 / 2543836
- Email: admission@imbbbsr.ac.in
- Address: Institute of Management Bhubaneswar, Sainik School Campus, Chandrasekharpur, Bhubaneswar - 751021, Odisha, India
NAAC Grade: Not available as per official sources
Ranking: No NIRF ranking available as of 2024

Faculty: Management
Popular Courses:
- Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) - 2 years, regular mode
- Executive PGDM - 1 year, regular mode
- Fellow Program in Management (FPM) - Doctoral research program
Intake: Approximate annual intake for PGDM - 120 candidates

Admission Modes: Based on national entrance exams merit and institute selection process
Accepted Entrance Exams: CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, GMAT
Typical Admission Timeline:
- Applications open: August to January annually
- Entrance exam scores submission: December to February
- Interviews and final selection: February to April
IMB Admissions Page
Application Process (Online):
1. Visit the official admissions portal.
2. Register with your personal and academic details.
3. Upload required documents and entrance exam scorecards.
4. Pay application fee online via net banking/debit/credit card.
5. Submit form and take printout for future reference.
Offline: Applications may be sent by post; check website for details.

PGDM:
- Graduation in any discipline with minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved categories)
- Valid CAT/XAT/CMAT/MAT/GMAT scores
- No age limit specified
FPM: Master’s degree in management or related discipline, with qualifying exam score and research proposal
Documents Required:
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Entrance exam scorecard
- Identity proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)
- Passport size photograph
- Caste/category certificate (if applicable)
- Work experience certificates (for executive programs)

Indicative Fees:
- PGDM Tuition Fee: ₹5,00,000 (approx.) for 2 years
- Hostel Fee: ₹1,00,000 per annum (optional)
- Examination & Other Charges: ₹10,000 per annum
Scholarships & Financial Aid:
- Merit-based scholarships offered by IMB (details on website)
- Government scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates as per Central and Odisha Government schemes (scholarships.gov.in)
- Need-based financial assistance available on case-to-case basis

Placement Rate: Around 85% (varies by batch)
Average CTC: ₹6.5 LPA (approx.)
Highest CTC: ₹12 LPA (approx.)
Top Recruiters: TCS, L&T, HDFC Bank, ICICI, Deloitte, Wipro, Cognizant
Placement Cell Contact: IMB Placement Cell
Internship Support: 6-8 weeks summer internships are mandatory and arranged by institute

Hostels: Separate boys’ and girls’ hostels with mess facilities
Sports & Recreation: Volleyball, cricket, table tennis, gymnasium facilities
Labs & Libraries: Wi-Fi enabled computer labs, digital library with research journals
Healthcare: On-campus medical aid available
Transport: Shuttle services connecting city and campus
Connectivity: Campus-wide Wi-Fi access
Student Activities: Clubs (Cultural, Literary, Sports), annual management fest “IMB Celebrate”

Notable Faculty: Prof. Basanta Kumar Panda (Director), experts in Finance, Marketing, HR
Research Centres: Institute encourages faculty research; collaboration MoUs with industry Details not explicitly listed on official site
Grants & Patents: No publicly available data as of 2024-06

Results & Seat Allotments: Published on official website IMB Admission Results
Typical PGDM Cut-offs (CAT Percentile):
- General: 80+ percentile
- SC/ST/OBC: Relaxed cut-offs following government norms
Seat Matrix: Total PGDM seats ~120; reservation as per Odisha government rules

Nearest Airport: Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar (~10 km)
Nearest Railway Station: Bhubaneswar Railway Station (~12 km)
City Connectivity: Available via taxis, auto-rickshaws, buses
Local Transit: Regular BMTC buses, private cabs, app-based cab services (Ola, Uber)

Q1: What is the admission procedure for PGDM at IMB?: A: Admission is based on valid CAT/XAT/CMAT/MAT/GMAT scores followed by group discussion and personal interview.
Q2: Is hostel facility available for students?: A: Yes, separate hostel facilities with mess are available on campus.
Q3: What is the fee for the PGDM program?: A: Approximate tuition fee is ₹5,00,000 for 2 years; hostel & other charges are extra.
Q4: Does IMB provide scholarships?: A: Yes, merit-based scholarships by institute and government scholarships for reserved categories are available.
Q5: Are internships part of the curriculum?: A: Yes, summer internships of 6-8 weeks are mandatory for PGDM students.
Q6: What is the typical placement package at IMB?: A: Average package is approx. ₹6.5 LPA with top recruiters from banking, IT, and consulting sectors.
Q7: Where can I download the application form?: A: From the official admissions portal: imbbbsr.ac.in/admission.
Q8: Does IMB have NAAC accreditation?: A: Currently, no NAAC accreditation is listed on official sources as of June 2024.
Q9: What entrance exams are accepted for admission?: A: CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, and GMAT scores are accepted.
Q10: Can I apply offline?: A: Yes, offline applications are accepted via post but online submission is preferred.