Goa Institute of Management Achieves Strong 2026 Placements: Highest Package Touches ₹35 LPA Across PGDM Programmes
GIM Records 535 Offers for 525 Students as Top Recruiters Strengthen Campus Hiring in 2026
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Goa, June 8, 2026: Goa Institute of Management (GIM), one of India’s leading business schools, has successfully concluded placements for its 2024–26 batch across its flagship PGDM, PGDM in Healthcare Management (HCM), PGDM in Banking, Insurance & Financial Services (BIFS), and PGDM in Big Data Analytics (BDA) programmes. The institute witnessed robust recruiter participation and impressive compensation packages, reaffirming its position as a preferred destination for management education in India.
A total of 525 students comprising fresh graduates and experienced professionals participated in the placement season and secured 535 job offers from over 110 recruiters representing diverse sectors such as consulting, investment banking, technology, analytics, FMCG, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and financial services.
Highest Package Reaches ₹35 LPA
Students from GIM’s flagship PGDM programme, where nearly 46% of the batch comprised freshers, secured the highest package of ₹35 lakh per annum (LPA). The same highest package was also recorded for the PGDM in Big Data Analytics programme.
The placement season saw strong demand across multiple domains, with Finance emerging as the top recruiting sector, followed by Marketing, IT & Operations, and Human Resources.
Students were offered roles in:
- Commodity Trading
- Product Management
- General Management
- Management Trainee Programmes
- Sales & Marketing
- Operations & Retail
- E-Commerce
- Business Analytics
- Financial Services
Programme-wise Placement Statistics 2026
| Programme | Highest CTC | Average CTC | Median CTC |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGDM | ₹35 LPA | ₹16.27 LPA | ₹15 LPA |
| PGDM (Healthcare Management) | ₹29 LPA | ₹15.51 LPA | ₹13 LPA |
| PGDM (BIFS) | ₹28.6 LPA | ₹15.34 LPA | ₹14.45 LPA |
| PGDM (Big Data Analytics) | ₹35 LPA | ₹15.48 LPA | ₹14 LPA |
Leading Recruiters Participate in GIM Placements 2026
The placement drive attracted several marquee recruiters including:
- SAP
- JPMorgan Chase
- Goldman Sachs
- Morgan Stanley
- D.E. Shaw
- Johnson & Johnson
- Wells Fargo
- Aditya Birla Capital
- AB InBev
- Accenture
- Deloitte
- LTIMindtree
- Fractal Analytics
- Pfizer
- HSBC
- Nomura
The campus also welcomed several first-time recruiters such as Goldman Sachs, Acuity Knowledge Partners, Bennett Coleman & Co. Ltd., DTDC, Birla Opus, IDBI Bank, Lenskart, South Indian Bank, and IRIS Business Services.
GIM Records Growth in Highest Salary Packages
Compared to the previous placement season, GIM reported a notable increase in the highest compensation packages across multiple programmes.
| Programme | Highest CTC 2023–25 | Highest CTC 2024–26 |
| PGDM | ₹32.2 LPA | ₹35 LPA |
| PGDM (BIFS) | ₹27.3 LPA | ₹28.6 LPA |
| PGDM (BDA) | ₹32.2 LPA | ₹35 LPA |
The highest package for PGDM (Healthcare Management) remained steady at ₹29 LPA, reflecting sustained industry demand for healthcare management professionals.
Strong Summer Internship Outcomes
GIM also reported impressive summer internship results for the incoming batch.
PGDM
- Highest Stipend: ₹3 Lakh
- Average Stipend: ₹1.06 Lakh
- Median Stipend: ₹1 Lakh
PGDM (Healthcare Management)
- Highest Stipend: ₹3 Lakh
- Average Stipend: ₹76,113
- Median Stipend: ₹60,000
PGDM (BIFS)
- Highest Stipend: ₹2.6 Lakh
- Average Stipend: ₹67,876
- Median Stipend: ₹40,000
PGDM (Big Data Analytics)
- Highest Stipend: ₹4 Lakh
- Average Stipend: ₹1,44,808
- Median Stipend: ₹1,25,000
Leadership Speaks on Placement Success
Speaking on the successful completion of placements, GIM Director Prof. Ajit Parulekar highlighted the institute’s commitment to delivering industry-relevant management education and preparing students to thrive in evolving business environments.
Placement Chair Prof. Shawnn Coutinho noted that the recruitment season witnessed balanced participation from consulting firms, global technology companies, investment banks, pharmaceutical companies, med-tech organizations, FMCG brands, and analytics firms. He also emphasized the growing presence of international organizations, reflecting GIM’s expanding global aspirations.
GIM Continues to Build Future-Ready Leaders
The successful placement season underscores Goa Institute of Management’s continued focus on academic excellence, industry engagement, experiential learning, and career development. With strong recruiter confidence, competitive salary packages, and diverse career opportunities, GIM continues to strengthen its reputation as one of India’s leading management institutes.