XLRI Jamshedpur ranked #1 in IIRF PGDM Ranking 2025

IIRF PGDM Ranking 2025: The IIRF Best B-Schools (Pvt) for PGDM General Ranking 2025 has revealed the top private management institutions in India, with Xavier Labour Relations Institute (XLRI), Jamshedpur securing the top spot, followed by S P Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR), Mumbai at second, and Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurugram in third place.

These institutions have consistently proven their academic excellence, industry connections, and strong placement records, solidifying their positions as the best private B-schools in the country.

XLRI Jamshedpur, ranked first in the IIRF Private B Schools Ranking 2025, is one of the oldest and most prestigious private institutions in India, renowned for its Human Resource Management program and its strong industry ties.

XLRI is recognized by AICTE, AIU, and the Government of India, and accredited by AACSB, AMBA, and NBA.

The institute has maintained a remarkable 100% placement rate for its 2024 batch. The highest and average salary packages for the PGDM (BM) and PGDM (HRM) courses were ₹75 LPA and ₹29.89 LPA, respectively.

For the PGDM (GM) course, the highest package was INR 80.35 LPA, with an average of ₹29.4 LPA. XLRI's placement drive saw 154 recruiters offering positions to 503 students.

Admissions are based on XAT, GMAT, or GRE scores, followed by personal interviews and group discussions.

SPJIMR, ranked second in the IIRF B Schools Ranking 2025, is an AICTE-approved institution accredited by AMBA (UK), NBA, and AACSB International.

Located in Andheri West, Mumbai, SPJIMR offers a variety of management programs, including PGDM, PGDM BM, PGPM, GMP, Executive PGDM, Online PGDM, and Doctoral programs.

Known for its rigorous academic environment and strong industry collaboration, SPJIMR has consistently achieved impressive placement records, with domestic packages reaching ₹89 LPA and international packages touching ₹81 LPA for the 2025 PGDM placements.

SPJIMR’s flagship PGDM program and the Centre for Family Business and Entrepreneurship (CFBE) are some of the key highlights of this institution. Admissions are based on CAT/GMAT scores, followed by a profile evaluation, ensuring the selection of high-caliber students.

MDI Gurgaon, ranked third in the IIRF Private B Schools Ranking 2025, offers a comprehensive range of programs, including PGDM, Executive PG programs, Fellowship programs, and Management Development Programs (MDPs).

MDI’s PGDM program is available in three specializations, and the institute continues to provide a solid platform for students’ career advancement.

Admission is based on CAT scores, followed by Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds. MDI’s placement record remains robust, with a highest package of ₹63.3 LPA and over 550 students placed during the 2024 placement cycle.

The institute’s 35-acre campus houses two prominent schools—the School of Public Policy and Governance and the School of Management of Financial Institutions—which add to its prestigious reputation.

These top private B-schools for PGDM General colleges in India—XLRI, SPJIMR, and MDI—continue to offer exceptional education, strong placement opportunities, and a wide array of specialized programs that make them stand out in the competitive field of management education.

Their consistent performance in the IIRF Private B Schools Ranking 2025 underscores their commitment to academic excellence, industry relevance, and holistic student development.

TOP 10 B-SCHOOLS (PVT.) FOR PGDM GENERAL - 2025

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