IIM-Mumbai launches PG diploma in Public Policy; admissions based on CAT, GMAT, GRE, IMAT score

Admission will be based on the IIM Mumbai Admission Test (IMAT) or a valid CAT, GMAT, or GRE score obtained within the past five years, followed by a personal interview. The last date to apply is 20 December 2025.

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The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Mumbai has launched a Post Graduate Diploma in Public Policy Management (PGDPPM) programme, developed in partnership with the Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT), Government of India. The programme is being offered in collaboration with Talentsprint, part of Accenture, which supports the digital learning and delivery framework.

According to a statement from the institute, the initiative is structured as a one-year, 45-credit diploma intended for mid-career professionals working across government, corporate, and social sectors.

The curriculum includes components on public policy, sustainability, technology, strategy, and leadership. It integrates simulations, applied projects, and peer learning to enable participants to analyse policy issues and administrative challenges. IIM Mumbai has positioned the programme to admit both DoPT-sponsored officers and external candidates, aligning with its collaboration with the Government of India.

The institute noted that this approach aims to build a diverse cohort that facilitates multidisciplinary exchange and strengthens classroom discussions.

Eligibility and intake process

Applications are now open for the batch commencing February 2026. Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 50 per cent marks or an equivalent CGPA, along with a minimum of five years of work experience.

Admission will be based on the IIM Mumbai Admission Test (IMAT) or a valid CAT, GMAT, or GRE score obtained within the past five years, followed by a personal interview. The last date to apply is 20 December 2025.

The partnership with DoPT aligns with the institute’s involvement in capacity-building initiatives for government departments and public sector professionals. According to an official statement, the PGDPPM is part of a broader effort to strengthen management and policy education tailored to administrative and governance roles in India.