What are the most common reasons for rejection during GIBS admission rounds?
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The common reasons for rejection in GIBS admission rounds generally pertain to gaps in eligibility criteria, poor performance in selection stages, or overall mismatch with the needs of the selection process. Many applicants are rejected for not fulfilling the minimum prescribed academic eligibility or failing to submit valid entrance examination scores. Others fail at the Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds due to their weak communication skills, lack of clarity regarding career goals, poor subject knowledge, or an unconvincing Statement of Purpose. Sometimes, candidates fail to present an overall strong profile with academi
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As a GIBS student, I've seen that a lot of good companies come for both placements and internships. It's honestly one of the best parts of being here. Some of the top names we usually see are:
Amazon
Deloitte
EY
TCS
Wipro
HDFC Bank
Byju's
Asian Paints
Kotak Mahindra Bank
Reliance
Aditya Birla Group
HCL
For internships also, we get plenty of options from marketing, finance, HR, analytics, and operations. The placement team is super active, so we don't have to stress much—they keep bringing companies throughout the year.
Overall, companies coming to GIBS are quite good, and as a student I genuinely feel the opportunities are solid.
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The overall campus environment at GIBS in terms of greenery, cleanliness and vibe for students are-
Greenery – Campus feels pleasant and relatively green, with well-planned outdoor spaces.
Cleanliness – Most reviews point to a clean and well-maintained campus and hostels.
Vibe – Overall positive, engaging, and student-friendly, with a balance of academic focus and social activities.
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Placement & Internship Recruiter Numbers (2025 batch)
Total recruiters for final placements: ~220–260+ companies participated in the 2025 placement season (different sources report a range, with ~220+ as a baseline and 260+ from some reports).
Total recruiters for internships: ~80–90+ companies recruited interns during the same season.
Startups from Campus
Number of student/startup engagements: ~32+ startups were recorded as part of the placement/startup engagement statistics.
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2025 Placement Highlights
Placement Rate
• 100% placement rate — All eligible students were successfully placed.
Salary Packages
• the highest Package: ₹16.15 LPA (the highest salary offered)
• Average Package: ~₹7.8 LPA to ₹8.4 LPA (different official sources report within this range)
• the lowest Package: ₹4.7 LPA reported in the 2025 season.
Recruiter Participation
• Total Recruiters (Final Placements): ~220+ to 260+ companies participated in the 2025 placement drive.
• Internship Recruiters: ~90+ companies offered internship roles.
Startups & Other Highlights
• Student Startups Recorded: ~32+ startups/en
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GIBS Business School (Bangalore) builds strong industry exposure into its programs so students are not only academically prepared but also ready for real-world business challenges. Here's how they support industry exposure through guest lectures, industrial visits, live projects, and more:
1. Guest Lectures & Corporate Sessions
Industry Experts & Leaders are invited regularly to speak with students. These sessions help you:
Understand real business practices and current industry trends
Hear firsthand insights from CEOs, managers, and professionals
Engage in Q&A with practitioners beyond textbook theory
According to student reports, these
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