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IMI Delhi Fellowship : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility
Hauz Khas, New DelhiEstd 1981
Total fees
INR 11.12 Lakhs
4 years, no application fee
Stipend value
INR 7.8 LPA
Full-time support benchmark
Work rule
5 years
Part-time applicants
Test routes
8
National tests or IMI test
In This Page▾
01About this courseThe full write-up, from fees to research support
02Should you pick it?Who it suits, who should skip it, and a counsellor's advice
03EligibilityThe degree, test and work rules you need
04Admission ProcessEvery step from the form to document check
05Admission DatesThe admission calendar, step by step
06FeesThe full course cost with and without the form fee
07Will your work get you in?Work experience and test route checks
08ScholarshipsWhat you can claim and what you missed
09How does it compare?The same course at colleges in its league, side by side
10FAQsShort answers to what students ask before they apply
About IMI Delhi FPM
IMI Delhi offers a four-year, part-time Fellow Programme in Management for working scholars. It is an AICTE approved doctoral-level management course with coursework, a research proposal and a final thesis. IMI Delhi is known for its 1981 start, AACSB, AMBA, SAQS and NBA accreditations, and #40 NIRF Management rank in 2025. The full fee without the application fee is INR 11.12 Lakhs, and it becomes INR 11.14 Lakhs with the application fee. Admission uses CAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE, NET, GATE, NMAT or the IMI Research Aptitude Test. Seats are not published. Full-time scholars get an INR 7.8 LPA stipend benchmark.
IMI Delhi FPM Fees
The total with application fee is INR 11.14 Lakhs, while the total without it is INR 11.12 Lakhs. The tuition fee is INR 8.63 Lakhs. You pay year wise across four years. The college charges admission, learning resource and alumni fees. The security deposit comes back when you leave.
| Fee head | Amount | How it is charged |
|---|---|---|
| Admission and registration | INR 55,000 | One time, in year 1 |
| Tuition fees | INR 8.63 Lakhs | Year wise across 4 years |
| Learning resources | INR 1.74 Lakhs | Year wise across 4 years |
| Alumni fees | INR 20,000 | One time |
| Security deposit | INR 15,000 | One time, refundable |
| Application fee | INR 2,000 | One time, before selection |
| Total, no application fee | INR 11.12 Lakhs | Full course |
| Total with application fee | INR 11.14 Lakhs | Full course |
IMI Delhi FPM Admission Dates
The 2027 form is expected to open in Dec 2026, and the last date to apply is expected on 2 May 2027. The interview and offer list are expected in Jun 2027 and Jul 2027. Keep your research abstract ready before the form date.
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| FPM application form, last date to apply | Dec 2026 to 2 May 2027 | Tentative |
| IMI Research Aptitude Test | May 2027 | Tentative |
| Score check and shortlist | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Research interview round | Jun 2027 | Tentative |
| Offer list and seat allotment | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Admission fee payment | Jul 2027 | Tentative |
| Reporting and document check | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
| Classes start | Aug 2027 | Tentative |
IMI Delhi FPM Eligibility
Part-time applicants need 5 years of relevant full-time work and a 1,000 to 1,500 word research abstract. You also need a first-class master's degree or an equivalent degree. Final-year master's students can apply, but admission needs the final result.
| Requirement | What you need |
|---|---|
| Degree | Master's degree or equivalent in a listed discipline |
| Marks | First class in the qualifying degree |
| Work experience | 5 years for part-time applicants |
| Research abstract | 1,000 to 1,500 words with the form |
IMI Delhi FPM Admission Process
The process has four steps: the form, a research abstract, a test route and an interview. IMI shortlists you on the abstract, test score, past marks and work record. You lose the chance if the form or fee is late.
| Step | What you do |
|---|---|
| 1. Fill the form | Submit the FPM form and research abstract |
| 2. Use a test score | Use CAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE, NET, GATE, NMAT or the IMI test |
| 3. Attend interview | Discuss the research area with the panel |
| 4. Pay admission fee | Pay by the given date and finish document check |
IMI Delhi FPM Cutoff
IMI does not publish a cutoff score for FPM. The table still shows the work rule and accepted test routes, because these decide who gets screened. A stronger research abstract matters with the test score.
| Route | Score or work rule | Round and year |
|---|---|---|
| Part-time work rule | 5 years | Admission 2026 |
| National test route | CAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE, NET, GATE or NMAT | Admission 2026 |
| Institute test route | IMI Research Aptitude Test | Admission 2026 |
IMI Delhi FPM Placements
IMI publishes an INR 7.8 LPA stipend benchmark for full-time FPM scholars, but it does not publish FPM placement pay. The research page lists 200+ peer reviewed journal papers. Part-time scholars usually keep their job while studying.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Full-time stipend benchmark | INR 7.8 LPA |
| FPM placement pay | Not published |
| Research output | 200+ peer reviewed journal publications |
| Case studies | 50+ case studies with teaching notes |
IMI Delhi FPM Scholarships
The biggest part-time support is INR 5.19 Lakhs through the academician waiver. The full-time support list has an INR 7.8 LPA stipend, INR 90,000 contingency grant and INR 1.50 Lakhs conference support. You must match the scholar type before you count the amount.
| Scholarship | Who can get it | Amount or waiver |
|---|---|---|
| Part-time academician waiver | Part-time academician scholars | INR 5.19 Lakhs |
| Full-time tuition and resource waiver | Full-time FPM scholars | INR 10.37 Lakhs |
| Contingency grant | Eligible full-time scholars after coursework | INR 90,000 |
| Conference support | Full-time scholars presenting papers | INR 1.50 Lakhs |
IMI Delhi FPM Ranking
IMI Delhi is #40 in NIRF Management 2025 and #42 in Asia in QS Global MBA Rankings 2025. The institute also has AACSB, AMBA, SAQS and NBA accreditations. These rankings are for the management school, not only FPM.
| Ranking body | Year | Rank or grade |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF Management | 2025 | #40 |
| QS Global MBA Rankings Asia | 2025 | #42 |
| Accreditation | 2026 | AACSB, AMBA, SAQS and NBA |
IMI Delhi FPM Course Structure
Year 1 has PGDM and FPM courses, and the research proposal comes after the comprehensive exam. The course has 7 specialisation areas. You work with a Thesis Advisory Committee after the proposal is accepted.
| Year | What you study |
|---|---|
| Year 1 | PGDM courses and FPM specific courses |
| After coursework | Comprehensive exam and research proposal |
| Research phase | Thesis work with a Thesis Advisory Committee |
| Specialisation areas | 7 areas, including finance, marketing, strategy and analytics |
Should you pick FPM at IMI Delhi?
This course suits working scholars who already have a research question and can study with a job.
Pick it if:
You work full time: IMI lets part-time scholars keep their job and finish the course over 4 years.
You are an academician: the 50% waiver cuts tuition and learning resources, so ask for it before paying.
You want Delhi research access: the campus is in Qutab Institutional Area, close to libraries and management seminars.
You have a clear research area: 7 areas are listed, so match your topic before the interview.
Skip it if:
You need a paid stipend: part-time corporate scholars do not get the INR 65,000 monthly stipend.
You have less than 5 years at work: part-time applicants must show 5 years of relevant work experience.
You want campus placements: FPM is built for research and teaching, and IMI does not publish FPM placement pay.
You need hostel support: the hostel note is for full-time scholars, so plan your own Delhi stay.
Counsellor's advice
If you are an academician, apply and claim the waiver before you pay. If you are a corporate executive, check the INR 11.12 Lakhs fee against your research goal.
FPM Eligibility▾
Degree rule: you need a master's degree or an equivalent degree in a listed field.
Marks rule: the qualifying degree must be first class.
Test route: use CAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE, NET, GATE, NMAT or the IMI Research Aptitude Test.
Work rule: part-time applicants need 5 years of relevant full-time work experience.
Final year: final-year master's students can apply, but admission needs the final result.
FPM Admission Process▾
Fill form: submit the FPM form with a 1,000 to 1,500 word research abstract.
Show test: upload a valid national test score or write the IMI Research Aptitude Test.
Shortlist: IMI checks your abstract, score, past marks and work record for part-time applicants.
Interview: discuss your research interest with the admission panel.
Confirm seat: pay the admission fee and finish document check by the given date.
FPM Admission Dates 2027
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The 2027 calendar is not out yet. These dates are estimates based on 2026. A date marked Confirmed is official.
Tentative
Dec 2026 to 2 May 2027
FPM application form, last date to apply
Expected to close on the same date pattern as the 2026 form.
Tentative
May 2027
IMI Research Aptitude Test
Use this test if you do not have a valid national test score.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Score check and shortlist result
IMI is expected to screen the score, abstract and work record.
Tentative
Jun 2027
Research interview round
Keep the research abstract and work papers ready.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Offer list and seat allotment
Selected students are expected to receive the offer after the interview.
Tentative
Jul 2027
Admission fee payment
You lose the seat if the fee is not paid by the given date.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Reporting and document check
Bring degree papers, test proof and work papers for checking.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Coursework is expected to start after reporting.
Source: IMI Delhi FPM admission page. Confirm on the official site before you act.
IMI Delhi FPM Fees 2027
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This is the full 4-year cost, not one year. Turn on the toggle to add the application fee.
Admission and registration
One time, in year 1
INR 55,000
Tuition fees
Per year × 4, INR 2.16 Lakhs a year, yearly amount changes
INR 8.63 Lakhs
Learning resources
Per year × 4, INR 43,500 a year
INR 1.74 Lakhs
Alumni fees
One time, in year 1
INR 20,000
Security deposit Refundable
One time, returned when you leave
INR 15,000
Add application fee
Application fee
One time, before selection
INR 2,000
Education loan EMI
INR 18,749
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
70%
research stipend benchmark INR 7.8 LPA vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 18,783
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
70%
research stipend benchmark INR 7.8 LPA vs the full fee
Source: IMI Delhi fee and financial aid page. Confirm on the official site before you act.
Will your work experience get you into IMI Delhi?
Pick your profile and work years. The cutoff range here means the published work rule for part-time FPM.
Profile
Work years
Academician, 5+ years
5 and above: yes, you meet the part-time work rule.
3 to 4: almost there. Ask IMI if full-time mode fits you better.
Below 3: not for part-time this year.
Academician, Below 5 years
5 and above: yes, you meet the part-time work rule.
3 to 4: almost there. Ask IMI if full-time mode fits you better.
Below 3: not for part-time this year.
Corporate executive, 5+ years
5 and above: yes, you meet the part-time work rule.
3 to 4: almost there. Ask IMI if full-time mode fits you better.
Below 3: not for part-time this year.
Corporate executive, Below 5 years
5 and above: yes, you meet the part-time work rule.
3 to 4: almost there. Ask IMI if full-time mode fits you better.
Below 3: not for part-time this year.
Final-year PG, 5+ years
5 and above: yes, you meet the part-time work rule.
3 to 4: almost there. Ask IMI if full-time mode fits you better.
Below 3: not for part-time this year.
Final-year PG, Below 5 years
5 and above: yes, you meet the part-time work rule.
3 to 4: almost there. Ask IMI if full-time mode fits you better.
Below 3: not for part-time this year.
NRI or foreign applicant, 5+ years
5 and above: yes, you meet the part-time work rule.
3 to 4: almost there. Ask IMI if full-time mode fits you better.
Below 3: not for part-time this year.
NRI or foreign applicant, Below 5 years
5 and above: yes, you meet the part-time work rule.
3 to 4: almost there. Ask IMI if full-time mode fits you better.
Below 3: not for part-time this year.
No valid score, 5+ years
5 and above: yes, you meet the part-time work rule.
3 to 4: almost there. Ask IMI if full-time mode fits you better.
Below 3: not for part-time this year.
No valid score, Below 5 years
5 and above: yes, you meet the part-time work rule.
3 to 4: almost there. Ask IMI if full-time mode fits you better.
Below 3: not for part-time this year.
EDITOR'S NOTE
IMI does not publish an FPM score cutoff. Treat 5 years of relevant work as the hard part-time rule, then use the interview to prove that your research abstract is ready.
IMI Delhi FPM Scholarship Calculator
Answer the questions. The result is an estimate to confirm with IMI Delhi.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
Additional journal support
INR 2 Lakhs
State social welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: SC or ST, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersContingency grant
INR 90,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: any category, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a year, top 20 percentile in Class 12Apply by Oct 2026
Not eligible on your answersAcademician tuition waiver
INR 1.50 Lakhs
IMI Delhi
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: Academician certificate, family income up to INR 8 Lakhs a yearApply by Sep 2026
Not eligible on your answersPart-time academician waiver
INR 5.19 Lakhs
State backward classes welfare department
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: Full-time, family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Nov 2026
Not eligible on your answersNo scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
INR 1.90 Lakhs
Your net course fee: INR 4.25 Lakhs
IMI Delhi FPM vs similar colleges
Tap a college to see it next to IMI Delhi. The cream box marks the better number in each row: lower fees, higher support, an easier work rule.
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Management Development Institute Gurgaon
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New Delhi
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Total fees4 years, no application fee
INR 11.12 Lakhs
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Stipend valuefull-time support benchmark
INR 7.8 LPA
full-time support
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Test routesaccepted score or institute test
8
CAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE, NET, GATE, NMAT or IMI test
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Work experiencepart-time route
5
years needed
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NIRF rankManagement 2025
#40
NIRF Management
#9
31 places higher
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In short
MDI Gurgaon has a stronger NIRF rank, but its comparable FPM fee was not cleanly published. If rank matters more than Delhi access, check its FPM fee first.
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LBSIM Delhi keeps you in the same city, but its comparable support figures were not cleanly published. If you need a part-time research route, compare the work rule before applying.
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FORE Delhi is close in location, but this row has no verified FPM fee or support figure. If you want Delhi access, check both research offices before you decide.
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BIMTECH gives a Noida region option, but its comparable figures were not cleanly published. If the fee is your main worry, ask for the full FPM fee table first.
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IIFT Delhi keeps you in the same city, but its comparable FPM support figures were not cleanly published. If international trade research is your goal, check its research office first.
Fees and pay can change. Check each college site before you decide.
FAQs on IMI Delhi FPM
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is IMI Delhi FPM worth the fee for a working scholar?▾
Yes, if your job already points toward teaching, research or a senior knowledge role. The part-time fee without the application fee is INR 11.12 Lakhs, and the course lets you keep working while you study. If you are an academician, check the 50% waiver before paying. If you are a corporate executive, ask how the thesis topic helps your career.
Should I take FPM if I want a fast job switch?▾
No, this is not the right course for a fast job switch. IMI does not publish FPM placement pay, and the course is built around research, coursework and a thesis. Take it if you want research depth while working. If you need a quick salary move, a shorter executive course may fit better.
What job does this course lead to?▾
It mostly supports teaching, research, consulting or a deeper role in your present field. IMI shows research output, 200+ peer reviewed journal papers and 50+ case studies, but it does not publish FPM placement pay. Keep your work role active while you study, and choose a thesis topic your employer or academic field values.
Who should pick the part-time FPM at IMI Delhi?▾
Pick it if you already have 5 years of relevant work and a clear research question. The part-time route is made for academicians and corporate executives, not fresh graduates. You should also be ready for four years of steady work. Before applying, match your topic with one of the 7 areas listed by IMI.
Who should skip this course?▾
Skip it if you need a monthly stipend or hostel support as a part-time scholar. The INR 65,000 monthly stipend and hostel note are for full-time scholars, not corporate part-time scholars. Also skip it if your research idea is still vague. Use one more year to shape the topic and build reading depth.
Is the academician waiver a strong reason to join?▾
Yes, if you qualify for it. The waiver cuts 50% of tuition and learning resource fees, which is about INR 5.19 Lakhs across the course. That changes the decision for teachers who cannot pay the full fee. Ask IMI to confirm your scholar type before you count this money.
Is IMI Delhi FPM good for research?▾
Yes, if your topic fits the faculty area. The FPM page lists 7 specialisation areas and says scholars work through coursework, a proposal and a thesis committee. IMI also lists 200+ peer reviewed publications. Read the faculty profiles before you apply, because the guide fit matters more than the rank.
Should I wait for the 2027 dates before preparing?▾
No. The 2027 dates are estimates, but the 2026 deadline was 2 May. You need a 1,000 to 1,500 word research abstract with the form, so start that first. Keep your test score proof and work papers ready before the form opens.
Can I apply without CAT?▾
Yes, if you use another accepted route. IMI accepts CAT, XAT, GMAT, GRE, NET, GATE, NMAT or the IMI Research Aptitude Test. If you have none of these, plan for the IMI test. The interview still matters, so your research abstract must be clear.
Do I need work experience for part-time FPM?▾
Yes. Part-time applicants need 5 years of relevant full-time work experience. This rule is separate from the degree rule. If you have less than that, ask IMI whether full-time mode fits you. Do not count on the interview to fix a missing work rule.
What is the full cost I should plan for?▾
Plan for INR 11.12 Lakhs before the application fee and INR 11.14 Lakhs after adding it. The security deposit of INR 15,000 is refundable and is not counted in the fee total above. Use the fee block to see each head, then confirm the amount on the IMI fee page before paying.
Can part-time scholars get hostel rooms?▾
Do not count on hostel as a part-time scholar. The hostel note on the FPM page is for full-time scholars and is subject to availability. Since this is a part-time route for working people, plan your own Delhi stay or travel. Ask the admission office only if your work pattern needs campus days.
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