JAGSoM is an AACSB-accredited business school established in 1995, with internationally benchmarked management programs across Bengaluru (PGDM) and Greater Mumbai (MBA).
The academic model combines core management courses with electives students align to their career interests. Practice courses include the Personality Enhancement Program, Social Immersion Program, Research or Innovation Incubation and the Industry Internship Program. These are credited, preparing students for future-facing managerial roles, not just day 1 placements.
Students also gain exposure to corporate mentors, live business problems, career preparation and international pathways with partner institutions.
The school is named after Professor Jagdish Sheth, Charles H Kellstadt Professor of Business at Emory University's Goizueta Business School and a Padma Bhushan awardee. JAGSoM is the only Indian business school with 4 specialisations ranked in QS World Rankings.
Mission: Nurture holistic, socially responsible and continuously employable professionals.
Vision: To be the most sought-after destination for quality management education in India.
| Official name | Jagdish Sheth School of Management |
|---|---|
| Short name | JAGSoM |
| Former name | IFIM Business School |
| Established | 1995 |
| Promoting body | Operates under the aegis of the Centre for Developmental Education |
| Bengaluru campus | Electronic City Phase 1, Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Greater Mumbai campus | Vijaybhoomi University campus, Karjat, Maharashtra |
| Accreditation | AACSB, SAQS |
Approved figures from the Transparent Placement Report 2026.
The flagship PGDM at the Bengaluru campus and a UGC-approved MBA at the Greater Mumbai campus. Both are two-year, full-time residential management programs.
| Academic eligibility | Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate marks; 45% for reserved categories |
|---|---|
| Final year applicants | Eligible to apply subject to completing the qualifying degree and submitting required proof |
| Accepted tests | CAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT and MAT |
| Selection process | Application review, registration and document verification, group discussion and personal interview |
| Assessment focus | Innovation potential, suitability for business education, value fit, academic record and work experience |
| Duration and mode | Two years, full time and residential |
| Seats | 480 seats across 2 campuses |
| Commencement | July 2027 |
JAGSoM treats placement preparation as a developmental process. Students move from aptitude and psychometric diagnostics to role discovery, a professional development plan, career-aligned academic choices, communication and personality development, internships and employer interaction.
Career services include resume clinics, mock interviews, corporate mentorship, live projects, industry sessions, placement workshops and structured internship and recruitment support.
The Dean's Scholarship supports EWS applicants, extra-curricular excellence, diversity and merit-based profile selection.
The Padode Foundation Scholarship is for high-potential candidates, based on competitive test scores, JAGMAT performance, leadership potential and academic consistency.