PGDM Fee Structure 2026-28
| Program & Academic Fees | INR |
| Tuition Fee | 10,25,000 |
| Program Fee | 5,78,000 |
| Total Fees | 16,03,000 |
| Others | |
| Accommodation Charges (Twin AC) | 6,32,000 |
| Caution Deposit (Refundable) | 10,000 |
| Alumni Subscription | 5,000 |
| Total Fees | 22,50,000 |
Note:
- Tuition fee is inclusive of reading material, including case studies, text books and online resources
- The program is duly approved by AICTE
- Students are compulsorily required to have their own laptop as per institute specifications
- Given that the program is residential in nature, hostel facility is mandatory
- Students will typically be provided with Twin sharing Air-conditioned accommodation. However, based on availability, Triple Sharing AC accommodation may be allocated at the discretion of the Institute in the first year and in such cases the charges would be lower and the difference will be refunded prorated for the number of terms for which such allocation is done.
- Certain non-academic aspects like housing services, & catering services, etc., may be outsourced at the discretion of the Institution and the related charges are paid to the respective service providers on behalf of students with the institute facilitating and coordinating these services
- All meals (vegeterian) are included in the above fees; non-vegetarian food is optional and will be charged extra
- Refund Policy: As per AICTE norms
- Disputes whatsoever arising, if any, with the Institution / Service provider as the case may be will be subject to jurisdiction of courts in Chennai only
FAQs
The total fee for the PGDM Class of 2026–28 is Rs 22.50 lakhs.
| Fee Component | Amount (INR) |
| Tuition & Academic Fee | 10,25,000 |
| Program Fee | 5,78,000 |
| Accommodation Charges (Twin Sharing AC) | 6,32,000 |
| Refundable Caution Deposit | 10,000 |
| Alumni Subscription Fee | 5,000 |
| Total Program Fee | 22,50,000 |
The PGDM fee covers:
- Tuition and academic expenses
- Case studies, textbooks, and online learning resources
- Twin-sharing AC accommodation
- Vegetarian meals
- Access to campus facilities and student services
- Alumni membership
The fee does not include:
- Personal laptop expenses
- Optional non-vegetarian meals
- Personal travel and miscellaneous expenses
The PGDM refund policy is governed by AICTE norms and guidelines. Any refund request will be processed as per the applicable AICTE regulations at the time of withdrawal.
Yes. Great Lakes offers Merit and Diversity Scholarships to deserving PGDM candidates.
- 40 scholarships worth Rs 5 lakhs each are awarded to incoming students.
- A minimum of 30% of the scholarships are reserved for female candidates.
- Candidates are automatically considered based on their application, essays, and interview performance.
- No separate scholarship application is required.
In addition, the Dr. Bala V. Balachandran Merit Scholarship offers a 100% tuition fee waiver along with mentorship from CXOs and distinguished alumni for exceptional candidates.
