M.Sc. (Pathway) Programme Fee Structure — Batch 2026–28
(Joint Programme: Asia-Pacific Institute of Management, New Delhi & ISM, Germany)
First Year — AIM Campus, New Delhi
| Fee Component | Due Schedule | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| Security Fee (Refundable) | At the time of Registration | ₹ 10,000 |
| 1st Installment | At the time of Registration | ₹ 1,80,000 |
| 2nd Installment | On or before 30th September 2026 | ₹ 2,95,000 |
| Total for First Year (AIM Campus) | ₹ 4,75,000 |
Second Year — ISM Campus, Germany
| Fee Component | Amount (€) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Semesters 3 & 4) | € 9,640 | Payable before commencement of Semester 3 |
| ISM Administrative Fee* | € 1,296 | Paid during Year 1 while studying at AIM |
| Total Payable to ISM (Academic Fees Only) | €10,756 | Tuition + administrative fee |
* The ISM administrative fee of €1,296 is paid in the first year during the India phase to confirm enrolment with ISM Germany.
Total Programme Fee (2026–28)
- Payable in India (AIM): ₹4,75,000
- Payable to ISM Germany: €10,756
Total Academic Fee:
₹4,75,000 + €10,756
Note:
- Fees payable to ISM Germany are payable directly to ISM against official invoices
- Fees payable to AIM (India) are payable in INR as per the offer letter
- Living expenses in Germany (approx. €900–€1,200 per month inclusive of hostel/accommodation, food and daily expenses) are not included in the academic fee and must be borne by the student separately
- Hostel, accommodation, food, insurance, travel, visa, and personal expenses are not included
- Security deposit of ₹10,000 is refundable after successful completion of the programme
- Extension semester fees, if applicable, will be charged as per ISM norms
Cost Advantage for AIM Students
Students enrolling via Asia-Pacific Institute of Management save significantly compared to direct admission at ISM, Germany.
| Cost Item | Direct Admission to ISM (2 years) | Through AIM (Pathway Route) | Savings (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition + Admission Fees | € 25,920 + € 1,296 = € 27,216 | € 9,640 + € 1,296 = € 10,936 | € 16,280 |
| Living Expenses | € 24,000 | € 12,000 | € 12,000 |
| Total Saving | — | — | € 28,280 (≈ ₹ 28.2 Lakhs) |
Key Highlights
- Dual exposure across India and Germany.
- 1st Year at AIM, New Delhi → 2nd Year at ISM, Germany.
- Substantial cost savings for AIM students.
- Globally recognized M.Sc. degree from ISM, Germany.