EDII Opens Admissions for PGDM in Entrepreneurship and PGDM in Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Venture Development

Ahmedabad, 09 June 2025: Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII) has opened admissions for its two-year, full-time PGDM programmes: PGDM in Entrepreneurship (PGDM–E) and PGDM in Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Venture Development (PGDM–IEV) for the academic year 2025 – 27.

Backed by AICTE approval, PGDM-E and PGDM-IEV are designed to serve as a launchpad for aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators, and next-generation business leaders by combining academic rigour with real-world outcomes. EDII’s focus on entrepreneurial outcomes is reflected in its alumni achievements with nearly 78% of graduates pursuing entrepreneurial careers. Of these, 54% have joined or scaled their family businesses, 23% have launched independent ventures, and 1% have established social enterprises.

With milestone-based learning approach, PGDM in Entrepreneurship enables students to tailor their entrepreneurial roadmap with practical knowledge and guidance by eminent entrepreneurs, experts, investors and noted professionals. It is particularly advantageous for students who want to launch new ventures, expand family businesses, and build impactful social enterprises. EDII offers specialisations in New Enterprise Creation, Family Business Management, and Social Entrepreneurship, giving students the flexibility to shape their entrepreneurial journeys.

PGDM–IEV is a purpose-built programme for tech innovators aiming to transform ideas into scalable ventures. With immersive learning environment, students benefit from EDII’s in-house Technology Business Incubator – Centre for Advancing and Launching Enterprises (CrAdLE), which not only provides industry exposure but also a structured support to enhance investor readiness through schemes like Student Startup and Innovation Policy (SSIP), Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS), MSME Innovative Scheme and Ambedkar Social Innovation and Incubation Mission (ASIIM).

“At EDII, our PGDM programmes are rooted in experiential learning and reflect the evolving nature of India’s entrepreneurial landscape. We aim to nurture the talent and skills of future job creators by equipping them with the right tools, insights, and mentorship that can translate ideas into viable, scalable ventures. Whether you are looking to build a start-up or drive family business to newer heights, EDII is where your journey begins,” said Dr. Sunil Shukla, Director General, EDII.

Admission Eligibility Criteria:

• Graduation from a recognized university with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks.
• A qualifying management test score (CAT / MAT / XAT / ATMA / C-MAT).
• Final year graduates are eligible to apply

Additional information:

• Download the EDII brochure from: PGDM-E and PGDM-IEV
• To access the EDII Online Application Form here click here
• For more information: https://ediindia.ac.in/
• For admission inquiries call: +91 – 63570 09390
• Email: pgp@ediindia.org