Outlook B-School Rankings 2026
MDI Gurgaon has secured strong rankings in the Outlook B-School Rankings 2026:
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#2 out of 200 in the Management Private B-School Category
MDI Gurgaon Admission 2027
MDI Gurgaon admission for the 2027–2029 batch is based on CAT 2026 scores, academic performance, work experience, and performance in the selection process. Candidates can apply online for the institute’s full-time PGDM programmes through the official admissions portal.
1. Eligibility Criteria for MDI Gurgaon Admission 2027
For PGDM / PGDM-HRM / PGDM-Business Analytics / PGDM-BFS
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Candidates must have secured a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in Class 10 and Class 12.
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Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree of at least three years’ duration, with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
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The bachelor’s degree must be from a recognised university or institution.
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Final-year undergraduate students may apply if they complete all degree requirements by June 30, 2027, and submit the required evidence by October 31, 2027.
For PGDM-IB (International Business)
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Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree of at least four years’ duration, with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
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Applicants must have at least one year of full-time work experience as of January 31, 2027, after completing their four-year bachelor’s degree.
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Candidates with a three-year bachelor’s degree are not eligible for PGDM-IB.
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Eligible candidates may apply using CAT 2026 or a qualifying GMAT score, subject to MDI’s specified conditions. The GMAT alternative is available only to candidates applying exclusively to PGDM-IB.
2. Important Dates – MDI Gurgaon Admission 2027
| Event | Important Date |
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| CAT 2026 Registration Begins | August 3, 2026 |
| CAT 2026 Registration Deadline | September 15, 2026 |
| MDI Gurgaon Application Begins | September 24, 2026 |
| MDI Gurgaon Application Deadline | November 28, 2026, 5:00 PM IST |
| CAT 2026 Examination | November 29, 2026 |
| WAT-GD-PI Selection Process | February–April 2027 (tentative) |
| Final Admission Offers | April 2027 (expected) |
3. MDI Gurgaon Application Process 2027
Candidates can complete the MDI Gurgaon application process online by following these steps:
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Visit the official MDI Gurgaon admissions portal.
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Register using a valid email address and mobile number.
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Fill in the application form with personal, academic and professional details.
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Select the eligible programmes for which you wish to apply.
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Upload the required documents and provide the relevant entrance examination details.
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Pay the application fee of ₹3,000, inclusive of 18% GST, for MDI Gurgaon.
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Review the information and submit the application before the deadline.
Candidates applying to both MDI Gurgaon and MDI Murshidabad through the combined application form must pay ₹3,590, inclusive of GST.
4. MDI Gurgaon Selection Process 2027
MDI Gurgaon follows a two-stage selection process for its 2027–2029 full-time PGDM programmes.
Stage 1: Shortlisting for WAT-GD-PI
Candidates are shortlisted based on their entrance examination scores and other academic and personal profile factors.
| Shortlisting Component | Weightage |
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| CAT / GMAT Score* | 65% |
| Class 10 Marks | 5% |
| Class 12 Marks | 5% |
| Graduation Marks | 5% |
| Academic Diversity | 5% |
| Gender Diversity | 5% |
| Work Experience | 10% |
| Total | 100% |
GMAT scores are applicable only to eligible PGDM-IB applicants.
Stage 2: Final Selection
Shortlisted candidates are assessed through the following components for final admission ranking.
| Final Selection Component | Weightage |
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| CAT / GMAT Score* | 35% |
| Group Discussion (GD) | 10% |
| Written Analysis Test (WAT) | 5% |
| Behavioural Assessment Test | 5% |
| Personal Interview (PI) | 20% |
| Graduation Marks | 5% |
| Academic Diversity | 2.5% |
| Gender Diversity | 2.5% |
| Regional Diversity | 2.5% |
| Sports Achievements | 2.5% |
| Work Experience | 10% |
| Total | 100% |
GMAT scores are applicable only to eligible PGDM-IB applicants. Sports consideration is for national- and international-level competitions, while regional diversity applies to the regions specified in MDI’s admission criteria.
5. Key Points to Remember
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CAT 2026 is the standard entrance examination for Indian applicants to MDI Gurgaon’s full-time PGDM programmes.
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GMAT scores are accepted as an alternative only for eligible candidates applying exclusively to PGDM-IB, subject to the official conditions.
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Class 10 and Class 12 marks are considered during shortlisting but are not listed as separate components of the final selection score.
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Final selection considers entrance examination performance, WAT-GD-PI, the Behavioural Assessment Test, academic merit, diversity and work experience.
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Shortlisted candidates are expected to participate in the selection process between February and April 2027.
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Final admission offers are expected in April 2027, subject to the institute’s admission schedule.
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Applicants should check the official website regularly for changes to eligibility requirements, dates and selection criteria.
FAQs – MDI Gurgaon Admission 2027
1. What is the last date to apply for MDI Gurgaon Admission 2027?
The last date to submit the online application for MDI Gurgaon Admission 2027 is November 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM IST.
2. Which entrance exam is accepted by MDI Gurgaon for admission in 2027?
MDI Gurgaon accepts CAT 2026 scores for admission to its full-time PGDM programmes. Eligible candidates applying exclusively to PGDM-IB may alternatively submit a qualifying GMAT score, subject to the institute’s requirements.
3. What is the eligibility criteria for MDI Gurgaon PGDM Admission 2027?
Candidates must have at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in both Class 10 and Class 12, along with a bachelor’s degree of at least three years’ duration with a minimum of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.
4. Can final-year students apply for MDI Gurgaon Admission 2027?
Yes. Final-year bachelor’s degree students can apply for eligible programmes if they complete all degree requirements by June 30, 2027, and submit the required proof by October 31, 2027.
5. What is the application fee for MDI Gurgaon Admission 2027?
The application fee is ₹3,000, inclusive of 18% GST, for MDI Gurgaon. Candidates applying to both MDI Gurgaon and MDI Murshidabad through the combined application form must pay ₹3,590.
6. How can candidates apply for MDI Gurgaon Admission 2027?
Candidates can apply online through the official MDI Gurgaon admissions portal. They must register, fill in the application form, provide academic and entrance examination details, upload the required documents and pay the application fee.
7. What is the selection process for MDI Gurgaon Admission 2027?
The selection process consists of two stages: shortlisting based on CAT scores and other profile factors, followed by the Written Analysis Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), Personal Interview (PI) and Behavioural Assessment Test for shortlisted candidates.
8. Does MDI Gurgaon accept GMAT scores from Indian applicants?
GMAT scores are accepted as an alternative to CAT 2026 only for eligible applicants applying exclusively to PGDM-IB. Indian applicants to the other full-time PGDM programmes must use CAT 2026.
9. What is the total fee for MDI Gurgaon PGDM Admission 2027?
The published total fee for the 2027–2029 batch is ₹26,55,310 for PGDM, PGDM-HRM and PGDM-Business Analytics. The PGDM-IB programme has a separate published fee of ₹32,54,000. Fees are subject to revision.
10. When will MDI Gurgaon announce the final admission results for 2027?
Final admission offers are expected in April 2027, according to the institute’s published admission schedule.
11. Which programmes are offered by MDI Gurgaon for the 2027–2029 batch?
MDI Gurgaon offers PGDM, PGDM-HRM, PGDM-IB, PGDM-Business Analytics and PGDM-BFS for the 2027–2029 batch.