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Learn Business by
travelling
across 20 cities of Bharat across 20 cities of India
Consult, immerse and step into industries, factories and boardrooms,
where
business is built and scaled.
PGP Bharat
An Immersion-driven Programme
Format
Travel Based
Travel + Hybrid Weekend
Classes
Duration
28 Weeks
Weekend Classes - 20 Weeks |
Travel - 8 Weeks
immersions
25+
Includes consulting gigs and industrial visits
Commencement Date
Oct ’26
Admissions Open for Oct '26 Cohort
PGP Bharat - Cohort Details
| Cohort | Start Date | Application Status | Admission Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort 3 | October 2026 | Active | Admissions open [Round 1 in Progress, 80% Cohort Closed] |
Apply Now |
PGP Bharat
A 7,000 km journey across 20+ cities, from bustling markets
to
biggest startups,
with immersions and CXO sessions shaping real-world learning.
Inside Cohort 1’s immersion journey
Learning across 8 weeks and 20 cities
Delhi
Jalandhar
*Jaipur
Mumbai
Goa
Bengaluru
Darjeeling
The immersions listed are indicative of the C1 cohort and are subject to change for subsequent cohorts.
*Jaipur is a newly added hub for the upcoming cohort, with associated companies as prospective partners.
Inside Cohort 1’s immersion journey
Learning across 8 weeks and 20 cities
- Hub 1
- Hub 2
- Hub 3
- Hub 4
- Hub 5
- Hub 6
- Hub 7
Delhi
Learn sales and revenue operations from Addverb Technologies and organization design from Parliament & Election Commission of India.
Jalandhar
Decode consumer behavior with ITC Limited, understand pricing strategy with Sonalika Tractors, brand positioning with Nivia Sports and see how LPU is redefining education at scale.
*Jaipur
Learn social entrepreneurship from Jaipur Rugs, marketplace model & digital business from CarDekho and trust-building through transparency from Minimalist.
Mumbai
Learn GTM and channel strategy in the media industry with RSVP Movies, understand core functions of finance with Kotak Mahindra Bank, study operational excellence through Mumbai Dabbawala and explore legacy and trust-building with Godrej Group.
Goa
Cover your Mumbai-Goa journey on Cordelia, deep-dive into brand building & distribution with IndoBevs, pharma innovation with Zydus and vertical integration & risk with JSW Group.
Bengaluru
Explore product strategy with Meesho, strategic HRM & talent strategy at Infosys and generative UI & user journeys with Swiggy.
Darjeeling
Experience a rural immersion in Indo-Nepal villages, learn product life cycle and brand building from Glenburn Tea Estate and explore sustainable business strategies with TIEEDI.
The immersions listed are indicative of the C1 cohort and are subject to change for subsequent cohorts.
*Jaipur is a newly added hub for the upcoming cohort, with associated companies as prospective partners.
Orientation
Term 1
(Month 1, 2)
Term 2
(Month 3, 4)
Term 3
(Month 5, 6)
Your
PGP Bharat
Journey
Orientation
Kick off your PGP Bharat journey
with
one week of
skill-building, cultural
discovery, CXO sessions and
peer bonding.
Term 1
In Class and Dropshipping
Challenge
Run a real dropshipping venture while learning business frameworks through Out Class workshops and In Class sessions.
Term 2
Travel based Immersions
Explore 20+ cities through 25+ business & cultural immersions and apply your learning through hands-on consultancy challenges.
Term 3
In Class and Venture Initiation Programme
Students get the opportunity to present their startup idea for pre-seed funding and parallelly, In class learning blends core courses, workshops, and real-world challenges to build practical business understanding.
Orientation
Term 1
(Month 1, 2)
Term 2
(Month 3, 4)
Term 3
(Month 5, 6)
Our
Past Programme Partners
A glimpse of our diverse partnerships.
The immersions listed are indicative and may change based on partner availability and unforeseen circumstances.
Inside India's Top Businesses with Masters' Union
Factory visits. CXO chats. Boardroom
discussions.
This is what real business immersion looks
like in PGP Bharat.
Who is PGP Bharat for?
This programme is for people who learn best by travelling and doing.
You
must be able to commit 2 months of travel
across India and 4 months of
weekend
hybrid classes. Explore the profiles below to find your fit.
Students & Young Professionals
Final-year students, recent graduates, and early career professionals (0–2 years of experience) eager to step into the real world of business through immersive journeys.
Experienced Professionals
Mid and senior-level professionals looking to gain a fresh perspective on India’s dynamic industries and broaden their leadership outlook.
Entrepreneurs & Creators
Individuals with the vision to build or scale, startups or content-led brands, seeking inspiration, insight, and networks from Bharat’s diverse business and cultural landscape.
Family Business (All Generations)
Owners, successors and key contributors in family-run enterprises of any age seeking real-world exposure.
Pillars of PGP Bharat
Pillars of PGP Bharat
The learning model that takes you across India — and into real business.
Learn by Travelling
Travel across India and immerse yourself in real-world experiences across industries and communities.
16+ Business immersions and 8+ Cultural immersions
A 7000 km transformational journey
20+ cities with immersive industry experiences
Learn by Collaborating
Collaborate with top CXOs, faculty, and enterprises to gain real insights across industries and ecosystems.
30+ CXOs and Mentors
Fortune 500 Companies & Top Unicorns
Insights from millions of real Indians
Learn by Building
Build what matters to you, turn your ideas into outcomes by creating products, communities, and ventures.
Master Business Skills with VIP & Dropshipping
Create your Digital Identity with the Creator Challenge
Build a Million-dollar portfolio with 8 hands-on consultancy Challenges
Learn by Travelling
Travel across India and immerse yourself in real-world experiences across industries and communities.
16+ Business immersions and 8+ Cultural immersions
A 7000 km transformational journey
20+ cities with immersive industry experiences
Learn by Collaborating
Collaborate with top CXOs, faculty, and enterprises to gain real insights across industries and ecosystems.
30+ CXOs and Mentors
Fortune 500 Companies & Top Unicorns
Insights from millions of real Indians
Learn by Building
Build what matters to you, turn your ideas into outcomes by creating products, communities, and ventures.
Master Business Skills with VIP & Dropshipping
Create your Digital Identity with the Creator Challenge
Build a Million-dollar portfolio with 8 hands-on consultancy Challenges
40+ Empaneled
Industry Experts
Our course is taught by CXOs and MDs of topmost companies such
as Amazon, Airtel, PayPal, Mastercard, Swiggy,
Samsung etc.
Mr. Manoj Kohli
Former CEO
Dr. Nandini Seth
Ph.D, IIM Bangalore
Rajiv Gupta
Ex- Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Honda
Dr. Bhupesh Manoharan
Ph.D, IIM Calcutta
Rajat Mathur
Managing Director
Sanjiv Bhasin
Ex- Director, IIFL Securities
Saurabh Sengupta
Ex- Senior Vice President, Zomato
Ms. Malthi Satish
Former Director of PM
Dr. Kashika Sud
Ph.D, IIM Ahmedabad
Dr. Vipin Sreekumar
Ph.D, IIM Calcutta
Ms. Monica Jasuja
Head of Digital & Emerging Partnerships
Avantika Tomar
Partner
Nidhi Dinesh
Ex- Research Assistant, University of Singapore
Alok Shrivastav
Ex- Assistant Vice President, OYO
Vaibhav Jain
Former Partner, Edelweiss Financial Services
Mr. Sidharth Balakrishna
Former Group Strategy Head
Dr. Soumik Bhusan
Ex- Head CX Strategy
Dr. Tathagata Dasgupta
Chief Data & Analytics Officer
Mr. Rohit Kapoor
CEO, Food Marketplace Swiggy
Dr. Edward W Rogers
Former Chief Knowledge Officer
Ms. Vineeta Tikekar
Former Head of Marketing
Mr. Elkana Ezekiel
Former CMO
Mr. Satish Krishnan
Former MD
Dr. Lan Ma
Adjunct Professor of Business
Dr. Vishnuprasad N.
Former Dean
Dr. Meenakshi Rishi
Professor of Economics
Dr. Shad Morris
Professor, MIT Sloan
Dr. Akshay Narayanan
Ph.D, IIM Calcutta
Mr. Raghavshyam R.
Adjunct Faculty
Dr. Daniel GVD Vliet
Executive Director
Dr. Meha Kohli Mishra
Ph.D, VCU
Dr. Rajesh Bhargave
Professor
Dr. Garima Chaklader
Ph.D, IIM Bangalore
Dr. Francis Rebello
Former Head- HR
Mr. Rajesh Madhavan
Advisor
Dr. Rinku Mahindru
Ph.D, Delhi School of Economics
Ms. Shivanee Pethe
Ph.D, IIM Calcutta
Dr. Aarti Sharma
Ph.D, Shiv Nadar University
Dr. Rakshita Sharma
Former CHRO
Dr. Arvind Mayaram
Former Finance Secretary of India
Mr. Ajay Jamuar
Chief Operations Officer
Dr. Manu Prasad
Ph.D, IIM Tiruchirappalli
Faculty listed are indicative and subject to change based on availability and programme requirements.
Mr. Manoj Kohli
Former CEO
Dr. Nandini Seth
Ph.D, IIM Bangalore
Rajiv Gupta
Ex- Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Honda
Dr. Bhupesh Manoharan
Ph.D, IIM Calcutta
Rajat Mathur
Managing Director
Sanjiv Bhasin
Ex- Director, IIFL Securities
Saurabh Sengupta
Ex- Senior Vice President, Zomato
Ms. Malthi Satish
Former Director of PM
Dr. Kashika Sud
Ph.D, IIM Ahmedabad
Dr. Vipin Sreekumar
Ph.D, IIM Calcutta
Ms. Monica Jasuja
Head of Digital & Emerging Partnerships
Avantika Tomar
Partner
Nidhi Dinesh
Ex- Research Assistant, University of Singapore
Alok Shrivastav
Ex- Assistant Vice President, OYO
Vaibhav Jain
Former Partner, Edelweiss Financial Services
Mr. Sidharth Balakrishna
Former Group Strategy Head
Dr. Soumik Bhusan
Ex- Head CX Strategy
Dr. Tathagata Dasgupta
Chief Data & Analytics Officer
Mr. Rohit Kapoor
CEO, Food Marketplace Swiggy
Dr. Edward W Rogers
Former Chief Knowledge Officer
Ms. Vineeta Tikekar
Former Head of Marketing
Mr. Elkana Ezekiel
Former CMO
Mr. Satish Krishnan
Former MD
Dr. Lan Ma
Adjunct Professor of Business
Dr. Vishnuprasad N.
Former Dean
Dr. Meenakshi Rishi
Professor of Economics
Dr. Shad Morris
Professor, MIT Sloan
Dr. Akshay Narayanan
Ph.D, IIM Calcutta
Mr. Raghavshyam R.
Adjunct Faculty
Dr. Daniel GVD Vliet
Executive Director
Dr. Meha Kohli Mishra
Ph.D, VCU
Dr. Rajesh Bhargave
Professor
Dr. Garima Chaklader
Ph.D, IIM Bangalore
Dr. Francis Rebello
Former Head- HR
Mr. Rajesh Madhavan
Advisor
Dr. Rinku Mahindru
Ph.D, Delhi School of Economics
Ms. Shivanee Pethe
Ph.D, IIM Calcutta
Dr. Aarti Sharma
Ph.D, Shiv Nadar University
Dr. Rakshita Sharma
Former CHRO
Dr. Arvind Mayaram
Former Finance Secretary of India
Mr. Ajay Jamuar
Chief Operations Officer
Dr. Manu Prasad
Ph.D, IIM Tiruchirappalli
Faculty listed are indicative and subject to change based on availability and programme requirements.
Get in Touch
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Explore a
Future-Ready Curriculum
A Curriculum with Unique Combination of
Immersions, In Class & Out Class
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Curriculum
Business & Cultural Immersions - Cohort 1
- Delhi NCR
- Jalandhar
- *Jaipur
- Mumbai
- Goa
- Bengaluru
- Darjeeling
- Lucknow
*Jaipur is a newly added hub for the upcoming cohort, with associated companies as prospective partners.
The immersions listed are indicative of the C1 cohort and are subject to change for subsequent cohorts.
Out Class
In Class
How can organizations design strategies and drive transformation using structured thinking and data?
How do strategic archetypes emerge and how should firms choose among them?
How can a business systematically acquire, convert and retain the right customers?
How do growth strategies generalize across contexts and where do they fail?
How do companies structure processes to deliver speed, cost, and quality trade-offs?
How do operating models outperform, and under what contextual conditions?
How can professionals use financial language to assess and communicate performance?
How do financial patterns signal scalable, resilient, high-value business models?
How can individuals use AI tools to improve productivity and decision-making?
How does AI adoption create advantage versus parity or wasted investment?
Pillars of PGP Bharat
The learning model that takes you across India — and into real business.
Learn by Travelling
Travel across India and immerse yourself in real-world experiences across industries and communities.
16+ Business immersions and 8+ Cultural immersions
A 7000 km transformational journey
20+ cities with immersive industry experiences
Learn by Collaborating
Collaborate with top CXOs, faculty, and enterprises to gain real insights across industries and ecosystems.
30+ CXOs and Mentors
Fortune 500 Companies & Top Unicorns
Insights from millions of real Indians
Learn by Building
Build what matters to you, turn your ideas into outcomes by creating products, communities, and ventures.
Master Business Skills with VIP & Dropshipping
Create your Digital Identity with the Creator Challenge
Build a Million-dollar portfolio with 8 hands-on consultancy Challenges
Learn by Travelling
Travel across India and immerse yourself in real-world experiences across industries and communities.
25+ Business immersions and 10+ Cultural immersions
A 7000 km transformational journey
20+ cities with immersive industry experiences
Learn by Collaborating
Collaborate with top CXOs, faculty, and enterprises to gain real insights across industries and ecosystems.
30+ CXOs and Mentors
Fortune 500 Companies & Top Unicorns
Insights from millions of real Indians
Learn by Building
Build what matters to you, turn your ideas into outcomes by creating products, communities, and ventures.
Master Business Skills with VIP & Dropshipping
Create your Digital Identity with the Creator Challenge
Build a Million-dollar portfolio with 8 hands-on consultancy Challenges
A Pedagogy Powered
by the
Industry Leaders
-
Take courses with CXOs, founders, and operators shaping fastest-growing industries through on-ground immersions and masterclasses.
-
Learn tech, business, strategy, product management and related core
skills from highly-rated and experienced Professors-in-Residence. -
Get 1:1 mentorship from practitioners, alumni, and domain experts wherever you are in your journey.
A Pedagogy Powered
by the
Industry Leaders
40+ Empaneled
Industry Experts
Our course is taught by CXOs and MDs of topmost companies such
as Amazon, Airtel, PayPal, Mastercard, Swiggy,
Samsung etc.
Faculty listed are indicative and subject to change based on availability and programme requirements.
Mr. Manoj Kohli
Former CEO
Dr. Nandini Seth
Ph.D, IIM Bangalore
Rajiv Gupta
Ex- Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Honda
Dr. Bhupesh Manoharan
Ph.D, IIM Calcutta
Rajat Mathur
Managing Director
Sanjiv Bhasin
Ex- Director, IIFL Securities
Saurabh Sengupta
Ex- Senior Vice President, Zomato
Ms. Malthi Satish
Former Director of PM
Dr. Kashika Sud
Ph.D, IIM Ahmedabad
Dr. Vipin Sreekumar
Ph.D, IIM Calcutta
Faculty listed are indicative and subject to change based on availability and programme requirements.
Students began their journey by exploring Addverb, Lenskart, T&T Motors, Parliament, ECI, Chandni Chowk and Prem Mandir, gaining a real-world understanding.
Parliament
Prem Mandir
Mercedes Benz
Students gained insights into manufacturing, distribution and business ecosystems through visits toLPU, ITC, Nivia and Sonalika.
Sonalika
Nivia
Lovely Sweets
Lovely Professional University
Students visitedAdani Ports, Adani Solar, Wilmar and Amul to understand supply chains, renewable energy and large-scale manufacturing.
Adani Wilmar
Adani Ports & SEZ
Adani Solar
In Mumbai, students engaged with RSVP Productions, Kotak Private, Swades Foundation, Mumbai Dabbawalas and Godrej Industries,followed by a voyage to Goa aboard the Cordelia Cruise.
RSVP Movies
Kotak Private
Mumbai Dabbawalas
Swades Foundation
In Goa, students visitedJSW Mines, Zydus,and IndoBevs, gaining firsthand exposure to how large-scale businesses operate on the ground.
Indobevs Distillery
JSW Mines
Cordelia Cruise
In Bengaluru, students engaged with Meesho, Zerodha, Swiggy and Infosys alongside CXO sessions, experiencing modern business firsthand.
Zerodha
Meesho
Infosys Headquarters
In Darjeeling, students explored tea estates, participated in auction simulations, and visited local markets, tracing the journey of tea from plantation to product and learning about the region’s business ecosystem.
TIEEDI
Glenburn Tea-Estate
Singalila National Park
Tea Auction
In Lucknow, students engaged with IRRPL, Deloitte at the CM Office, and grassroots initiatives likeADA and SEWA, experiencing business across industry, policy, and community.
Ada Chikan Studio
SEWA
Indobevs Distillery
What You Learn
When India Is Your Campus
Factory visits, CXO chats, festival chaos and train rides. This is what real learning looks like on the go.
What your
Week will look like
PGP Bharat weeks combine immersions, projects, networking, wellness
and
reflection.








Business Site Visit
On Ground Q&A
CXO Session
Reflection Session
A Day in the Immersion
Morning
Business Site Visit
Real-world Exposure
Not Just Classroom Insights
But
Real-World Outcomes
Because here, what you build, publish, and pitch becomes the real measure of your learning.
Startup
Venture Initiation Programme
With VIP Pre-Seed, students get an opportunity to present their startup idea and secure funding to bring their ideas to life
Content Creation
Your Own Content Identity
Share your ideas through video, audio, or writing — from launching a podcast or vlog series to becoming a LinkedIn Top Voice, your voice will resonate far beyond the classroom.
MEET OUR CREATOR ALUMS
Dropshipping Challenge
Your Own Dropshipping Venture
Source winning products, build websites, run ads, manage logistics and compete for real revenue.
Portfolio Building
Million-Dollar Portfolio
Build a cross-industry portfolio through hands-on consultancy challenges across 20+ cities, 25+ immersions and 30+ CXOs & mentor interactions.
Safety & Security
Your safety is our top priority with every step of your journey planned and monitored.
Verified Travel
Secure Accommodation
Medical Support
Trained Safety Team
Real-time Updates
Risk Planning
Verified Travel
Secure Accommodation
Medical Support
Trained Safety Team
Real-time Updates
Risk Planning
Who is PGP Bharat for?
This programme is for people who learn best by travelling and
doing. You
must be able to commit 2 months of travel
across India and 4 months of
weekend
hybrid classes. Explore the profiles below to find your fit.
Students & Young Professionals
Final-year students, recent graduates, and early career professionals (0–2 years of experience) eager to step into the real world of business through immersive journeys.
Experienced Professionals
Mid and senior-level professionals looking to gain a fresh perspective on India’s dynamic industries and broaden their leadership outlook.
Entrepreneurs & Creators
Individuals with the vision to build or scale, startups or content-led brands, seeking inspiration, insight, and networks from Bharat’s diverse business and cultural landscape.
Family Business (All Generations)
Owners, successors and key contributors in family-run enterprises of any age seeking real-world exposure.
Enrollment Checklist
Admissions Criteria
Application
Timeline &
Process- Cohort 3 (Oct ‘26)
| Rounds | Application Deadline | Interviews | Application Fees | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | 29th June’26 | June'26 | INR 500/- | Active | Apply Now |
Application
Timeline &
Process- Cohort 3 (Begins Oct ‘26)
| Application Deadline | Interviews | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29th June’26 | August | Open | Apply Now |
01.
Complete the
Application
01.
Complete the
Application
Applicants will need to fill out and submit an online
application to be considered for the programme.
Here are the requirements:
-
Personal Details
-
Professional Details
-
Programme Related Details
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Latest Resume Download Sample
02.
Appear For an
Online
Interview
02.
Appear For an
Online Interview
About the Online Interview
If shortlisted, applicants will be invited for an
online interview, which will help us get to know them better, and help
them understand all aspects of the programme.
The interview panel will consist of our eminent Masters from
academia and the industry, as well as members of the core team.
03.
Admission
Decision
03.
Admission
Decision
Status of Evaluation
Once the Admissions Office receives feedback from the panel, the application will be re-evaluated and then presented to the Admissions Committee, which makes the final decision for each candidate. Applicants will be advised of the final decision on their application through an email.
The entire admissions process, from the Application Deadline, may take up to 4 weeks.
Fee Structure
| Rounds |
NON Refundable Admission Fee |
Tuition + Travel + Immersions
Program Fee |
Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | INR 50,000/- | INR 20,50,000/- | INR 21,00,000/- |
|
NON Refundable Admission Fee |
Tuition + Travel + Immersions
Program Fee |
Total |
|---|---|---|
| $1,000 | $27,000 | $28,000 |
The fee mentioned above is GST-exempt
The fee covers all programme essentials including immersion travel, accommodation, company immersions, learning resources and most meals, with personal expenses managed separately by students.
What's Included in the
Program Fee
Tuition for all classroom modules across 20+ Indian cities
Travel, accommodation, and logistics during immersion terms
Learning Across 25+ Immersions
Mentorship and sessions from CXOs and faculties
Scholarships that
Travel with Your Story
Named after iconic Indian trains, each scholarship supports a different kind of journey — whether of need, grit, brilliance, or creativity.
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The Uday Express Grant – For students with strong potential and limited means. Rise with perspective.
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The Duronto Fellowship – For builders and founders. Fast, fearless, and relentless.
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The Samta Express Fellowship – For students from diverse, remote and underrepresented communities.
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The Vande Bharat Scholar – For academically outstanding, high-performance minds shaping the future.
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The Palace on Wheels Fellowship – For creatives, storytellers, and cultural entrepreneurs.
Scholarships that
Travel with Your Story
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