N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research (NLDIMSR), Mumbai Admission Process
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NL Dalmia Institute Course Admission 2026
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NL Dalmia PGDM Admissions 2026 – 28 Open
N.L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research has officially opened applications for its flagship PGDM program for the 2026–28 batch.
Eligible candidates can apply here. 🔗 Click here to apply now
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MAH MBA/MMS CET 2026 first session will be conducted from April 6 to April 8, 2026, while the second session is scheduled for May 9, 2026.
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ATMA 2026 (May Session) registration is open until April 21, 2026, for admission to MBA, MMS, PGDM, and MCA programs. The exam will be held on May 3, 2026.
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NL Dalmia Institute has announced the PGDM Fee Structure for 2026–2027, with the total academic fee set at ₹16.75 lakh.
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NL Dalmia Institute PGDM Admission 2026–28 is currently open for applications.
NL Dalmia is an AICTE-approved business school affiliated with the University of Mumbai. The institute offers six postgraduate diploma programs, along with online and distance learning options, Ph.D. programs, a Global MBA, and a Bloomberg Research Analyst certification.
For PGDM admissions, candidates are shortlisted based on their scores in entrance exams such as CAT, MH-CET, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, or CET. Shortlisted applicants must then undergo a Critical Thinking assessment, Personal Interview, and Group Discussion. Final selection considers academic performance and relevant work experience. Admission to Ph.D. programs is based on PET/UGC NET/JRF scores, followed by an interview. Interested candidates can apply through NL Dalmia’s official website.
NL Dalmia Important Dates 2026
NL Dalmia Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
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| Phase 3 Application Deadline | April 6, 2026 |
N.L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research offers admissions to its programs based on national-level entrance exam scores. The key dates for applications and examinations are as follows:
| Event | Date |
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| Last Date to Apply for NL Dalmia | January 25, 2026 |
| XAT 2026 Exam | January 4, 2026 |
| CAT 2025 Exam | November 30, 2025 |
| MH-CET 2026 Exam | April/May 2026 |
| MAT 2025 PBT Exam | September 28, 2025 |
NL Dalmia PGDM Admission 2026
N.L. Dalmia offers a two-year, AICTE-approved PGDM program with specialisations in Finance, Marketing, and Human Resources, at an annual fee of ₹8.25 lakhs.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree with minimum marks as prescribed by AICTE.
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Final-year undergraduate students are also eligible to apply, provided they complete their degree before final admission.
Selection Process:
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Candidates must appear for at least one of the approved entrance exams: CAT, XAT, CMAT, MH-CET, ATMA, MAT, or GMAT.
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Students may submit multiple test scores if available.
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Shortlisted candidates will be invited for:
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Critical Thinking & Personal Interview (CT-PI)
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General Discussion (Conducted online)
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Evaluation Parameters:
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Entrance Exam Score
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Online Personal Interview
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Online General Discussion
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Academic Record (10th, 12th & Graduation)
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Work Experience (if any)
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Extra-curricular Achievements (Sports, Arts, etc.)
Admission is granted based on a comprehensive assessment of the candidate’s overall profile—not solely on entrance test performance.
NL Dalmia Executive PGDM Admission 2026
The Executive PGDM is an 18-month, part-time program designed for working professionals and conducted exclusively on weekends. The total fee for the program is ₹2.1 lakhs.
Specialisations Offered:
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Marketing
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Human Resources
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Finance
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Business Analytics
Eligibility Criteria:
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Must hold a 3-year undergraduate degree.
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Should be currently employed in a registered organisation (Central/State Government, Private/Public Limited Company, or MSME) located within a 75 km radius of the institute.
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A minimum of 1 year of full-time professional experience is required (more than one year preferred).
NL Dalmia Ph.D. Admission 2026
N.L. Dalmia offers a Ph.D. program under the affiliation of the University of Mumbai. The program duration ranges from a minimum of 3 years to a maximum of 6 years, including the mandatory coursework.
Eligibility Criteria:
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Candidates must have completed a postgraduate degree from the University of Mumbai with at least 55% marks or a ‘B’ grade.
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Must qualify the PET (Ph.D. Entrance Test) conducted by Mumbai University or possess valid UGC NET/JRF scores.
Admission Process:
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Candidates who clear the PET exam will be invited for a selection interview conducted by the Research Centre as per university norms.
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Final admission depends on the availability of research guide vacancies at the center.
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Selected candidates must register their Research Proposal with the University of Mumbai and begin their research under a supervisor assigned by the Research Centre.
Admission announcements will be made on the institute’s official website following the declaration of PET results.
