List of FAQs- 2019-21

1. Do I need to send exam (CAT/XAT/ CMAT) scores to GIM ?

No. GIM does not accept exam scores from candidates. Scores are got from IIM , XLRI, AICTE.

2. How do I send my GMAT score ?

Inform GMAC to send your GMAT score directly to GIM. Code for GIM is 6VN-62-51.

Validity: GMAT exam taken between 1st January, 2017 and 20th January 2019. Ask GMAC to send score by 11th February 2019 to GIM.

3. I will appear for CMAT- 2019-20 in January 2019. I do not have CMAT Roll No. What do I fill in the form?

You should fill your CMAT Application Number and leave the Roll No field blank if you have not received it. For CMAT-2019-20 Roll No. is optional but may be required to process the application later on. We will send email to the applicants to update CMAT roll number in January 2019. The responsibility of submitting the CMAT roll number online is that of the student. Please NOTE, if the Institute does not receive the same before the specified date in email (to be sent in January 2019) from the applicant, the applicant’s candidature will not be considered for the short listing process through CMAT.

4. Which cards can be used for online payment?

Mastercard and VISA card only.

5. When is the last date for application to GIM?

First Mover: upto 30th November,2018
Early bird : upto 15th December, 2018
Achiever round application : 15th December, 2018
For CAT : 15th December, 2018
For XAT/GMAT/CMAT: upto 4th January, 2019

6. What is First Mover and Early Bird?

GIM charges lower application fee for early applications and higher application fees closer to the final deadline.
If you make a smart choice, you pay roughly half of what you pay if you wait till the last day.

7. What is the Eligibility to apply to GIM?

As per ACITE norm, minimum 50% aggregate marks, (45% in case of candidates belonging to SC/ST category) in a three-year Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) recognized by the Association of Indian Universities / AICTE. Candidates who will complete all requirements for the degree by 5th June 2019 may also apply. If an applicant does not complete all the requirements of his/her degree by 5th June 2019, or does not obtain 50% aggregate marks in his/her degree, the offer of admission made to him will stand cancelled. The candidates in last year of degree should have obtained minimum 50% aggregate in the latest exam.

8. Is there any reservation or Management quota at GIM?

Admission to the Goa Institute of Management is strictly on the basis of merit and no donation in any form is sought or accepted in connection with admission.

9. Are there any reservations for Goan candidates?

There are no reservations for Goan candidates but for selection for the Group Discussion and Individual Interview, the qualifying cut-off score of competitive exam will be lowered by 15 points for candidates of Goan domicile/origin.

10. What qualifies a candidate to be considered of Goan Domicile/ Origin?

For the purpose of application under the category of persons of Goan Domicile or Origin the student must satisfy any of the following: Goan Domicile: An applicant would be considered of Goan Domicile if he/she produces a domicile certificate issued by the Goa Government or documentary proof of residence/education/ employment in Goa for a period of at least 10 years. Alternatively, an adequate proof of the domicile of any one of the parents of the students for a period of at least 15 years should be provided. Goan Origin: Either one of the following conditions must be met: An applicant or at least one of his parents or grandparents should be /have been born in Goa (documentary proof in the form of the original birth certificate has to be produced). The applicant or his parents should have a share in ancestral property in Goa which is utilized as the family's residence or business premises. Documentary proof of this must be certified by the sub divisional magistrate or the Municipality.

11. When is XAT scheduled?

January 6, 2019.

12. What is the GD/PI centre(s) for GIM?

GIM Interview centres - Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chandigarh, Chennai, Cochin, Goa, Guwahati, Hyderabad, Indore, Kolkata, Mumbai, and New Delhi, Varanasi
(The allocation of the city of interview is subject to availability and is at the discretion of GIM).

13. When is the list of final selection for GIM declared?

March/April 2019.

14. What is Tuition fee waiver scheme?

The institute may offer financial support to deserving candidates, as per the details available on the website. Eligibility is based on family income of the candidate.

15. How is family income defined for Tuition fee waiver?

Family income is the total of income of both parents, candidate himself/herself and his/her brother(s) and sister(s) for financial year 2018-2019. If a brother(s)/sister(s) is married and has established a separate household, his/her income may be excluded from family income.

16. What proof is required for establishing family income?

Income Tax Returns for all family members for financial year 2018-2019.

17. Is there any tax on the application fee?

Yes. 18% GST is applicable.

Programme: PGDM (HCM)

1. What is the duration of the Post Graduate Programme in Management-Healthcare Management (PGDM-HCM)?

It is a two year full-time residential course.

2. What is the intake capacity for PGDM-HCM?

PGDM-HCM has 60 seats.

3. What is the eligibility to apply for PGDM-HCM?

Minimum 50% aggregate marks (45% in case of candidates belonging to the SC/ ST category in a three-year Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) recognized by the Association of Indian Universities/AICTE. Candidates who will complete all requirements for the degree by 5th June 2019 may also apply. The candidates in last year of degree should have obtained minimum 50% aggregate in the latest exam.

4. Is the PGDM-HCM program open to graduates from pharmaceutical/medical background only?

No, graduates from any background can apply for this programme.

Programme: PGDM (BDA)

1. What is PGDM (BDA)?

The Post Graduate Diploma in Management- Big Data Analytics PGDM (BDA) is a two-year fulltime residential course.

2. For whom is PGDM (BDA) suitable?

PGDM (BDA) program is a rigorous and intensive course aimed at creating professionals with strong understanding of the fundamentals of data science, which will help them in solving complex business problems. This programme is perfectly attuned to fit the individuals with analytical mindset and quantitative orientation. The courses taught in this program will have a unique element of hands-on training and continuous industry interface to give you a realistic feel.

3. What is the intake capacity for PGDM (BDA)?

PGDM (BDA) has 120 seats.

4. What is the minimum work experience required in order to apply for the PGDM (BDA)? Can freshers apply?

Freshers can apply. There is no mandatory minimum experience. The experience will be given weightage in evaluation, as per policy of the institute.

5. Will having worked in family businesses/being an entrepreneur be considered as relevant work experience?

Yes, provided the experience is fulltime.

6. Is there any internship as part of the PGDM (BDA) programme?

Yes, the students will be required to do an internship-based project of six months on a hands-on analytics experience at a business organization.

7. Is campus placement available for PGDM (BDA)?

The graduating students will have access to campus placement facilities, similar to all other full time programmes.

ACHIEVERS ROUND AND REGULAR ROUND

1. What is Achiever's round and Regular Round?

Achiever's Round: A limited number of candidates will be interviewed in Goa in January 2019. They will be shortlisted based on profile and achievements filled in application form. This is called Achiever's Round.

Regular Round: Everyone else will be shortlisted based on XAT/CAT/GMAT/CMAT score and interviewed in February/March 2019 beginning at chosen interview centre. This is called Regular round.

2. Why does GIM conduct a separate Achiever's round?

GIM wants to have a more rigorous selection process to offer scholarships.
Would like students to "experience" GIM and offer this opportunity to selected few.

3. Why should I apply for Achiever's Round?

To explore GIM and form your opinion.
To win a 4 lakh scholarship.
To enhance chances for getting into Exchange programme/ JIIS.

4. What is an Achievement?

Examples:

National Hockey player.
No. 2 in University Degree Course.
Topper of school in 12^th
20^th in State Board in 10^th.
District Level Volleyball Player.
Held solo exhibition of Photographs.
Employee of the year
Star performer in last appraisal.