MDI Gurgaon admission 2027 is open for the full-time 2-year PGDM programmes for the 2027-29 batch. The MDI Gurgaon admission process differs by course. PGDM, PGDM-HRM, PGDM-Business Analytics and PGDM-BFS need a valid CAT score and 50% marks in Class X, XII and graduation. PGDM-IB needs a 4-year bachelor's degree and 1 year of work experience, and accepts CAT or GMAT.
The executive PGDM-BM and PGDM-BA need 3 years of work experience. FPM needs a master's degree with 60% marks. The MDI Gurgaon admission criteria also include GD-WAT-PI for full-time courses. The application form is open from September 24 to November 28, 2026, 5:00 PM for full-time PGDM courses.
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MDI Gurgaon PGDM Admission 2027
MDI Gurgaon offers five full-time two-year PGDM programmes: PGDM, PGDM-HRM, PGDM-IB, PGDM-Business Analytics and PGDM-BFS. All five require a valid CAT score. Candidates also need 50% marks in Class X and XII, and a bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks. The degree must be at least 3 years long and from an AICTE, AIU or Ministry of Education recognised university.
PGDM-IB needs a minimum 4-year bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of work experience after it. Three-year degree holders are not eligible. GMAT is accepted only from candidates applying exclusively to PGDM-IB. PGDM-BFS candidates give their BFS preference after CAT-based shortlisting. CA, ICWA, CFA and FRM candidates, engineering and maths graduates, and candidates with BFS experience are preferred. Final-year bachelor's students can apply to PGDM, PGDM-HRM and PGDM-Business Analytics at MDI Gurgaon.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Entrance Exam |
| PGDM | 2 years | 3-year bachelor's degree with 50% marks | CAT 2026 |
| PGDM-HRM | 2 years | 3-year bachelor's degree with 50% marks | CAT 2026 |
| PGDM-Business Analytics | 2 years | 3-year bachelor's degree with 50% marks | CAT 2026 |
| PGDM-BFS | 2 years | 3-year bachelor's degree with 50% marks | CAT 2026 |
| PGDM-IB | 2 years | 4-year bachelor's degree with 50% marks and 1 year work experience | CAT 2026 / GMAT (IB applicants only) |
MDI Gurgaon Executive PGDM-BM Admission 2027
The PGDM-BM is MDI Gurgaon's executive management programme for working professionals. Candidates need 50% marks in Class X and XII, a bachelor's degree with 50% marks and at least 3 years of full-time post-qualification work experience. Candidates can apply with CAT 2026, GMAT or XAT 2027 scores.
Selection is through an online Personal Interview. NRI applicants are considered on valid GMAT scores. The PGDM-Business Administration (BA) has the same 3-year work experience requirement. It accepts one valid score from GMAT, CAT, XAT, MAT, ATMA or CMAT. The score must be valid up to the cut-off date set by MDI.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Entrance Exam |
| PGDM-BM | 2 years | Bachelor's degree with 50% marks and minimum 3 years work experience | CAT 2026 / GMAT / XAT 2027 |
| PGDM-BA | 2 years | Bachelor's degree with 50% marks and minimum 3 years work experience | GMAT / CAT / XAT / MAT / ATMA / CMAT |
MDI Gurgaon FPM Admission 2027
The Fellow Programme in Management is MDI Gurgaon's doctoral-level programme, equivalent to a PhD in Management. It has two tracks: FPM Residential for full-time scholars, and FPM Non-Residential for senior working professionals aged 35 and above with at least 10 years of managerial experience.
Candidates must meet one of three eligibility routes. The first is 60% marks in Class X, XII, bachelor's and master's, with first division or equivalent CGPA. The second is a five-year integrated master's with at least 60%, plus 60% in Class XII. The third is a graduate degree with 60% marks plus a CA, CMA or CS qualification with at least 50%.
Final-year master's students can also apply to FPM Residential. Candidates are shortlisted on valid scores in CAT, GMAT, GRE, UGC-JRF or GATE. Scores must be valid on the last date of application. Candidates with a two-year full-time MBA or PGP from MDI, the IIMs, XLRI or FMS can apply without a test score. Shortlisted candidates are interviewed online or offline.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Entrance Exam |
| FPM Residential | Minimum 4 years | Master's degree with 60% marks, maximum age 50 | CAT / GMAT / GRE / UGC-JRF / GATE |
| FPM Non-Residential | Part-time | Master's degree, age 35 and above, 10 years managerial experience | CAT / GMAT / GRE / UGC-JRF / GATE |
MDI Gurgaon Admission Process 2027
The MDI Gurgaon admission process for full-time PGDM programmes follows five stages. For the executive PGDM-BM, selection is through a direct Personal Interview based on CAT, GMAT or XAT scores. For the FPM, candidates submit a valid test score and appear for an interview.
| Stage | Details |
| Entrance Exam | Appear for CAT 2026 on November 29, 2026. CAT is the primary shortlisting tool for all full-time PGDM programmes. |
| Online Application | Fill the common application form at mdi.ac.in. CAT registration alone does not count as an MDI application. |
| Phase 1 Shortlisting | Based on CAT sectional and overall percentiles and your application details. Meeting the minimum cutoff does not guarantee a shortlist call. The actual threshold is usually higher. |
| GD-WAT-PI | Held between February and April 2027 in Bengaluru, Gurugram, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Mumbai. |
| Final Merit List and Admission Offer | Weighted scores across CAT, GD-WAT-PI, behavioural assessment, academic merit, academic diversity, work experience and social diversity. Results are available by logging in at mdi.ac.in. |
Documents Required for MDI Gurgaon Admission
- Class 10 marksheet and certificate
- Class 12 marksheet and certificate
- Bachelor's degree certificate and all semester or year-wise marksheets
- Master's degree certificate and marksheets (required for FPM)
- Valid CAT 2026 scorecard (or GMAT/XAT scorecard for applicable programmes)
- Work experience certificate (required for PGDM-BM, PGDM-BA, PGDM-IB and FPM Non-Residential)
- CA, CMA or CS certificate (FPM, if applicable)
- Both sides of the grade sheet (FPM test exemption)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD, wherever applicable)
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Valid government-issued ID proof such as Aadhaar or PAN
MDI Gurgaon Admission FAQs
What is the MDI Gurgaon admission process for 2027?
The MDI Gurgaon admission process for full-time PGDM runs in five stages: CAT 2026, online application at mdi.ac.in, Phase 1 shortlisting, GD-WAT-PI and the final merit list. PGDM-BM admission is through a Personal Interview based on CAT, GMAT or XAT scores. FPM candidates are shortlisted on test scores and interviewed.
What are the MDI Gurgaon admission criteria for 2027?
Full-time PGDM candidates need 50% marks in Class X, XII and graduation, plus a valid CAT 2026 score. PGDM-IB needs a 4-year bachelor's degree and 1 year of work experience. PGDM-BM and PGDM-BA need 3 years of work experience. FPM needs a master's degree with 60% marks and a valid test score.
What are the MDI Gurgaon admission criteria for MBA?
For the full-time MBA-equivalent PGDM, a bachelor's degree with 50% marks and a valid CAT 2026 score are required. For executive MBA-level programmes (PGDM-BM, PGDM-BA), 3 years of work experience is also required.
What is the MDI Gurgaon admission eligibility for PGDM?
A bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks, 50% in Class X and XII, and a valid CAT 2026 score. Final-year students can apply if they complete degree requirements by June 30, 2027.
How much CAT score is required for MDI Gurgaon?
The General category shortlist typically needs an overall percentile of 95 and above. The actual shortlist percentile tends to be higher and varies by programme.
Is there direct admission in MDI Gurgaon?
No. Full-time PGDM admission needs a valid CAT score and GD-WAT-PI. PGDM-IB also accepts GMAT. Executive programmes accept GMAT, XAT and other scores.
