PGP MAX fee and scholarship
PGP MAX
Fees and Scholarships
Programme Fee Schedule
PGP MAX represents a strategic investment in your leadership journey and organisational impact. For the academic year 2026-27, the comprehensive programme fee is ₹49,79,540 (Inclusive of GST). This fee includes tuition, course materials, and boarding & lodging during campus residencies.
The fee also includes:
- Executive accommodations and dining during residential periods
- Lifetime access to the Learning Resource Centre (LRC)
- Access to recreational facilities
- International immersion experience
For a deeper understanding of the programme's transformative value, we recommend you attend one of our information sessions. Alternatively, you can reach out to our admissions team for further clarification.
Instalment-wise Fee Payment Schedule
| Instalment | Amount (₹) | GST (₹) | Total (₹) | Due Date |
| Admission Fee | ₹3,00,000 | ₹54,000 | ₹3,54,000 | As per the admission offer |
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1st Instalment — Tuition Fee |
₹9,69,500 |
₹1,74,510 |
₹11,44,010 |
May 31, 2026 |
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Security Deposit (Refundable) |
₹20,000 |
— |
₹20,000 |
May 31, 2026 |
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Alumni Association Membership (Optional) |
₹25,000 |
₹4,500 |
₹29,500 |
May 31, 2026 |
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2nd Instalment — Tuition Fee |
₹9,69,500 |
₹1,74,510 |
₹11,44,010 |
September 30, 2026 |
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3rd Instalment — Tuition Fee |
₹9,69,500 |
₹1,74,510 |
₹11,44,010 |
January 28, 2027 |
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4th Instalment — Tuition Fee |
₹9,69,500 |
₹1,74,510 |
₹11,44,010 |
July 15, 2027 |
Summary of Total Fee
- Programme Fee without GST: ₹42,23,000
- GST (18%): ₹7,56,540
- Total Programme Fee inclusive of GST: ₹49,79,540
A refundable security deposit of ₹20,000 is payable along with the first instalment to cover unforeseen charges. This amount is refundable upon successful programme completion after adjusting for any outstanding dues.
ISB boasts of an extensive alumni network that forms the foundation of your leadership community. This includes 17,000+ peers across 60+ countries. To gain access to this network and ensure its effective upkeep, ISB provides PGP MAX participants an optional alumni membership of ₹ 25,000 + GST. This investment:
- Unlocks lifetime access to ISB's global leadership community
- Enables ongoing professional development opportunities
- Facilitates strategic networking across industries and continents
Note: The alumni membership fee is non-refundable upon successful programme completion. For participants who do not graduate from the programme, either due to withdrawal or failure to clear the examinations, the fee is fully refundable.
Participants may incur the following out-of-pocket expenses during the programme:
- Travel to the ISB Hyderabad or Mohali campus for in-person residencies
- Travel (airfare/local conveyance) for the international immersion module
- Personal laptops or electronic devices as specified by the Programme Office
- Miscellaneous expenses such as mini bar, laundry, beverages, and off-campus meals
- ISB reserves the right to revise the programme fee.
- Programme fees are quoted in Indian Rupees (INR). International participants may remit fees in foreign currency based on the prevailing exchange rate.
- The total fees (admissions fee + tuition fees + accommodation fee + other components) of the programme remain unchanged, irrespective of the changes in the delivery format, which can be offline, online or hybrid.
- Refunds, if any, are governed by the refund policy applicable at the time of the request.
- It is mandatory for all participants to stay in school-sanctioned accommodation during on-campus residencies.
- Participants are required to bring a personal laptop that meets the minimum specifications defined by the Programme Office. Use of official/office-issued laptops is strictly prohibited.
We are happy to inform you that, Axis Bank has customized a special Education Loan Product for the students of your esteemed Institute for PGP MAX.
- No Processing Fees
- No Prepayment Charges
- Repayment Tenure as Long as 15 Years with a very low EMI
- 100% Tax Benefit for interest paid under Sec (80E)
| AXIS BANK EDUCATION LOAN-TERM AND CONDITIONS* | ||
| INDIAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, HYDERABAD | ||
| S.No | Parameters | Details |
| 1 | Eligibility | Student should be an Indian national & have secured admission on merit basis through entrance test/selection process of the Institute |
| 2 | Course Name | PGP MAX |
| 3 | Unsecured Loan Amount | Unsecured loan amount up to Rs 50 lakh |
| 4 | Repayment Type/ Repayment Tenure/ROI | Immediate EMI, 10 yrs, 8.25% Moratorium Applicable (Course period + 6 months), 15 yrs, 8.25% |
| 5 | Margin | 5% margin on loan amount above 4 lakh |
| 6 | Processing Charges | Applicable as per bank norms |
| 7 | Loan Disbursement | To the institute (Indian School of Business) |
| 8 | Co-Applicant | Applicable as per Axis Bank norms for Principal Moratorium Cases* |
| 9 | Insurance | Max Life Insurance |
| 10 | Axis Bank Contact | Mr. Lakshmikanth Samaya +91-8297133888 lakshmikanth.samaya@axisbank.com Mr. Jagadishwar Reddy Mobile No: +91-9959681469 Email ID: patlolla1.reddy@axisbank.com |
You can also give a missed call on 1800-258-7171 to avail education loan and our representative will get in touch with you.
* Approval, Sanction and Disbursement Subject to Banks internal policy checks, process and eligibility.
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Purpose |
The scheme aims at providing financial support to meritorious students pursuing the PGP MAX programme. |
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Eligibility |
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Components of finance |
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Amount of loan |
Max Eligible Amount: Rs. 35.00 Lacs (The same is maximum and only for eligible components of Finance) |
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Margin |
NIL |
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Rate of Interest |
8.10% (for loans above Rs.7.50 Lacs) The change in applicable rates will be effective from the next working day as and when RBI amends the repo rate. |
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Application of interest |
Simple interest will apply during the moratorium period (course period) and thereafter interest will compound |
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Security |
Co-obligation of the Parents/Spouse/guardians as applicable |
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Processing Charges |
NIL |
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Prepayment Charges |
NIL |
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Documentation Charges |
NIL |
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Collateral Security |
NIL |
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EMI option |
Standard |
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Repayment period |
15 Years (Excluding moratorium period) EMI (After moratorium period). |
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Insurance |
Insurance Cover: As the loan amounts are huge, it is advisable to obtain Group Insurance. The bank has tied up with insurance companies for covering Educational Loans under Group Insurance. Which is part of the loan sanction amount and the same will be distributed as per the tenor of the loan. |
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Moratorium |
Course period+1 year |
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Contact Details |
Mr.Sundeep Katchi - 8121530510 , Email ID: cac8384@pnb.co.in Mrs. Neha Kumari - 8076477668 |
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Contact Details |
After sanction of the loan, Execution of Documents will be done at your nearest branch of PNB as per your convenience. |
Contact:
(Hyderabad)
Mr. Venkata Rao Pallanti
Number: 8142400094
Email: VenkataRao.Pallanti@avanse.com
(Mumbai)
Mr. Kiran Bharadkar
Number: 91 9930844034/ 022-61331830
Email: Kiran.bharadkar@avanse.com
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Maximum loan amount |
Min ₹ 1 Lakh and Max Up to ₹ 1 Crore |
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Interest rate |
10.25% (REPO+ 3.75%) |
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Processing Fee |
0.75% + GST |
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Margin |
No Margin |
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Repayment Type |
Simple Interest / EMI /Full Moratorium |
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Repayment period |
10-12 Years after Moratorium |
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Moratorium |
Course Period + Up to 12 Months (Case to Case basis) |
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Collateral / Security |
House, Flat, Fixed Deposit and Existing HL with ICICI Bank can be Cross collateral |
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Insurance |
ICICI Prudential/Lombard |
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Pre-payment and Part payment |
Available |
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Pre-payment/ pre-closure charges |
NIL |
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Contact point |
Hyderabad Prabhuchand Renukuntla ICICI Bank, Indian School of Business, Gachibowli, Hyderabad - 530032 Contact No: +91-9182827488 Email: prabhuchand.renukuntla@icicibank.com Chandigarh Gajendra Bisht ICICI Bank, Plot 143, City Emporium Mall, 3rd floor, Industrial Area Phase 1, Chandigarh – 160002 Contact No: +91-8146608224 Email: gajendra.bisht@icicibank.com Central Contact Mr. Chakravarthy MVSK (North and East India) Mobile: +91 9321900686 Email: chakravarthy.mvsk@icicibank.com Mr. Vineet Singh (West and South India) Mobile: +91 8879769632 Email: singh.vineet@icicibank.com |
Scholarships
PGP MAX for senior leadership offers a limited number of merit-based scholarships to support exceptional candidates. The Scholarship Committee evaluates applicants based on the following criteria:
- Strong academic and professional track record, with notable achievements
- Proven leadership skills and potential for high-impact
- Community-mindedness and social responsibility
- Capacity to represent ISB as an ambassador, both during and after the programme
- Spouse of a PGP MAX alumnus
- Women leaders, particularly those in the Public or Social Sector
Scholarships typically cover 20-25% of the tuition fees. Please note that competition for these awards is intense and is granted to the most deserving candidates.
Note:
- All applicants are considered for merit scholarships by default.
- Each applicant will be eligible to receive only one of the tuition waivers.
- The school reserves the right to add, withdraw or modify any of the criteria, amount, and count for all tuition waivers/scholarships cited above.