Introduction
Goa Institute of Management (GIM) continues to set benchmarks as one of India’s premier business schools, combining strong academics and vibrant campus life with stellar placement records. The placement season for the PGDM Class of 2025 has reaffirmed GIM’s place among India’s best for career outcomes, with both highest and average packages breaking new institutional records. This fully original blog delves into salary data, sectoral trends, top recruiters, and frequently asked questions about GIM’s 2025 placements.
Placement Highlights: PGDM Class of 2025
Highest Package: ₹32.2 LPA
The highest domestic CTC offered to the PGDM 2025 batch reached ₹32.2 lakh per annum—setting a new high for the institute and once again outpacing the average at many larger IIMs.
Top performers (top 50 offers) received average CTCs of ₹20.17 LPA, reflecting strong recruiter demand for exceptional talent.
International offers and niche roles also featured but were less frequent this cycle.
Average & Median Packages: Sustained Value
Average CTC: ₹15.3 LPA, up from previous years and now consistently in the top bracket among leading Indian B-schools.
Median CTC: ₹15 LPA for PGDM, showing that placement results are not skewed by a few outlier offers but remain strong for the whole batch.
The top 100 offers saw an average package of ₹18.49 LPA, pointing to both depth and competitive edge in the batch’s performance.
Course-wise Placement Summary
*As per detailed PDFs for each vertical.
Sectoral & Role-wise Trends
Financial Services (21% of recruiters): BFSI, fintech, and investment firms led the charge, offering roles in management, analytics, product, and advisory.
Consulting: Major consulting names offered analyst, strategy, and advisory positions.
IT/ITES: Placements grew in digital, analytics, and product roles at top tech firms.
FMCG/Consumer: Brand and channel management, retail analytics, and procurement.
Healthcare/Pharma, E-commerce, and Manufacturing also featured strong hiring.
Top Recruiters 2025
GIM’s recruitment roster featured a mix of marquee brands and emerging leaders. Key recruiters included:
Consulting & Analytics: Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, EY, Cognizant, Genpact
BFSI: ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank, SBI, Nippon India, Federal Bank, Royal Bank of Scotland, CredAvenue
Tech/ITES: Infosys, Accenture, TCS, Wipro, IBM, Tech Mahindra, InfoEdge
FMCG/Consumer: Nestle, Marico, Asian Paints, Mondelez, Hindustan Unilever
Other: Reliance, Godrej, Bosch, L’Oréal, Tata Consumer, Decathlon, Philips, Tata Capital, Genpact, Decathlon
Placement Trends over 3 Years
The sustained rise in highest and average CTC is a testament to GIM’s growing corporate connect, alumni achievements, and curriculum innovation.
Placement Preparation & Student Experience
Live Projects: Students undertake multiple live projects, capstone challenges, case competitions, and corporate immersion events that strengthen employability.
PPOs/PPIs: Over 15% of the batch secured pre-placement offers through summer internships—top brands chose GIM interns for full-time roles.
Batch Strength: Nearly 300+ students, with diverse profiles (engineering, commerce, business, science, arts, experienced professionals, freshers).
Key Takeaways: Why GIM Placements Stand Out
Multi-domain Strength: BFSI, consulting, analytics, marketing, and tech placements offer broad career launches.
Strong ROI: Tuition fees are offset by robust, sector-leading average salaries.
Recruiter Confidence: Repeat and new companies testify to faith in GIM talent.
Pan-India & International Reach: Alumni can be found across India’s metros and international hubs.
Supportive Ecosystem: Faculty, alumni, and career services provide hands-on placement prep and lifelong support.
FAQs: GIM Goa Placements 2025
Q1: What was the highest package for GIM PGDM 2025?
A: ₹32.2 lakh per annum, offered for roles in strategy, consulting, and BFSI domains.
Q2: What is the average and median package?
A: Average – ₹15.3 LPA; Median – ₹15 LPA for the flagship PGDM batch.
Q3: Which sectors hired the most?
A: Financial services, consulting, IT/ITES, FMCG/consumer, and tech.
Q4: How many companies came for placement?
A: 136 companies, with a blend of long-term and new recruiting partners.
Q5: Who are the prominent recruiters?
A: Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, HDFC, ICICI, Federal Bank, Infosys, Wipro, Tata, Marico, Nestle, Genpact, TechM, and more.
Q6: Do freshers also get good placements?
A: Yes, ~40% of the batch are freshers, most securing roles with major firms in analytics, consulting, sales, finance, and tech.
Q7: Any placement for niche courses like BIFS/HCM/BDA?
A: Yes—specializations like Banking, Healthcare & Big Data Analytics saw average packages between ₹14.25–₹15.6 LPA, highest up to ₹29 LPA, and 100% summer internships.
Conclusion
Goa Institute of Management’s 2025 placement performance underscores its status as an elite Indian B-school bridging academic excellence, value-driven learning, and outstanding career launches. With the highest package of ₹32.2 lakh, an average of ₹15.3 lakh for the flagship PGDM, and a spectrum of top recruiters, GIM is a proven springboard for those seeking fast-track management careers across domains.
