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Kirloskar Institute of Management (KIM), Harihar is one of India's reputed private business schools established by the Kirloskar Group in 1991. The institute offers a two-year AICTE-approved, fully residential PGDM programme designed to develop future business leaders through academic excellence, experiential learning and industry engagement.

Located in Harihar, Karnataka, the campus provides modern classrooms, digital learning facilities, hostels, library, sports infrastructure and a collaborative learning environment. The curriculum integrates business immersion, case studies, leadership development, workshops, live projects and corporate mentoring to prepare students for dynamic managerial roles.

The institute emphasizes holistic development through its Integrated Learning Environment (ILE), personality development programmes, internships and industry interactions. Students can specialize in Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Operations and Business Analytics while receiving strong placement support.

Courses

• PGDM

Specializations

• Finance
• Marketing
• Human Resource Management
• Operations Management
• Business Analytics

Course Eligibility

PGDM

• Bachelor's Degree (10+2+3/4 pattern) with minimum 50% marks.
• Final-year students may also apply.
• Accepted entrance exams:
  • CAT
  • XAT
  • CMAT
  • MAT
  • ATMA
  • GMAT
  • Karnataka PGCET
  • NMAT (along with an AICTE-approved entrance score as per institute policy)
• Selection includes profile evaluation, group activity/case discussion and personal interview. 

Fees

Placement

Highest Package: ₹12.16 LPA

Average Package: ₹8.00 LPA

Top 10% Average CTC: ₹9.68 LPA

Top 30% Average CTC: ₹8.70 LPA

Top 50% Average CTC: ₹8.50 LPA

Top 75% Average CTC: ₹7.79 LPA

Top Recruiters

The institute has 80+ recruiters across 14+ industries participating in campus placements. Students are recruited in consulting, banking, FMCG, manufacturing, IT, analytics and other sectors through the dedicated Placement Cell. 

Admission Process

✔ Apply Online

✔ Fill the Application Form

✔ Upload Academic Documents

✔ Submit CAT / XAT / CMAT / MAT / ATMA / GMAT / Karnataka PGCET Score

✔ Group Activity / Case Discussion

✔ Personal Interview

✔ Document Verification

✔ Fee Payment

✔ Admission Confirmation

College Highlights

✔ Established in 1991

✔ Kirloskar Group Institution

✔ AICTE Approved PGDM

✔ Fully Residential Campus

✔ Integrated Learning Environment

✔ Business Immersion Programme

✔ Five Industry-Focused Specializations

✔ Hostel Facility

✔ Digital Library

✔ Modern Infrastructure

✔ 80+ Recruiters

✔ Strong Placement Support

FAQs

Q1. Is Kirloskar Institute of Management AICTE approved?

Yes. KIM Harihar offers an AICTE-approved PGDM programme.

Q2. When was Kirloskar Institute of Management established?

The institute was established in 1991 by the Kirloskar Group.

Q3. Which specializations are available in the PGDM programme?

Finance, Marketing, Human Resource Management, Operations Management and Business Analytics.

Q4. What is the average placement package at KIM Harihar?

According to the institute's latest published placement data, the average CTC is ₹8.00 LPA and the highest CTC is ₹12.16 LPA.

Q5. Is hostel accommodation available?

Yes. KIM Harihar offers a fully residential campus with hostel and boarding facilities. 

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