What is the CAT cutoff for MDI Gurgaon 2026 admission?

The CAT cutoff for MDI Gurgaon shortlisting is 93 to 95 percentile for General category candidates. CAT score carries 70% weightage in the Stage 1 composite. Reserved category candidates may be shortlisted at lower percentiles.

Does MDI Gurgaon accept XAT or GMAT for PGDM admission?

No. MDI Gurgaon accepts only CAT for all four full-time PGDM programmes (PGDM, PGDM-HRM, PGDM-IB, PGDM-BA). XAT and GMAT are not accepted for the full-time PGDM. Executive programmes have separate admission criteria.

Is work experience mandatory for MDI Gurgaon PGDM admission?

Work experience is not mandatory for PGDM, PGDM-HRM, and PGDM-BA. For PGDM-IB, a minimum of 1 year of post-qualification work experience is mandatory. Work experience carries 10% weightage in both the Stage 1 shortlist and Stage 2 final selection composite.

What is the selection process at MDI Gurgaon?

MDI Gurgaon selection has two stages. Stage 1 uses a composite score with CAT at 70%, academics at 15%, work experience at 10%, and diversity at 5%. Stage 2 includes a Behavioural Assessment Test, Written Analysis Task, Group Discussion, and Personal Interview. Final weightages are: CAT 35%, PI 20%, GD 10%, Work Ex 10%, WAT 5%, BAT 5%, academics 5%, and diversities 10%.

What is the total PGDM fee at MDI Gurgaon?

The total 2-year programme fee for MDI Gurgaon PGDM (all specialisations) is INR 25,99,300. This applies to PGDM, PGDM-HRM, PGDM-IB, and PGDM-BA. Contact the admissions office for the exact semester-wise fee breakup and any revision for the 2027-29 batch.

What is the application fee for MDI Gurgaon PGDM?

The application fee for a single MDI campus (MDI Gurgaon or MDI Murshidabad) is INR 3,000 including 18% GST. Applying to both campuses costs INR 3,590. NRI or foreign national applicants pay INR 8,496.

When does MDI Gurgaon open applications for the 2027-29 PGDM batch?

MDI Gurgaon typically opens PGDM applications after CAT registration closes, around October to November each year. For the 2027-29 batch, applications are expected to open in October to November 2026 (Tentative). CAT 2026 registration runs from August 3 to September 15, 2026.

Can final-year students apply to MDI Gurgaon PGDM?

Yes. Final-year graduation students are eligible to apply. However, they must complete their degree with the required minimum marks by June 30 of the admission year. Provisional admission is cancelled if the eligibility condition is not met.

What is the minimum percentage required for MDI Gurgaon admission?

Candidates need a minimum of 50% marks in Class 10, Class 12, and Graduation (45% for SC/ST). All three academic levels are considered in the Stage 1 composite score.

Is there a management quota at MDI Gurgaon?

MDI Gurgaon is an autonomous institute. All PGDM admissions are based on CAT merit and the two-stage selection process. There is no management or NRI quota for full-time PGDM programmes. Contact MDI admissions at admissions@mdi.ac.in for seat-specific queries.

MDI Gurgaon FPM : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Q: How do the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, and XIMB measure up to the established ones of XLRI, TISS, MDI and SCMHRD?

The simple answer to your question is no, the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, or XIMB are not at par with the established ones XLRI, TISS, MDI, and SCMHRD. The established programs especially that of XLRI are the epitome of HR programs. They cannot be compared to the new ones at any given level or parameter. Faculty: The professors of XLRI are renowned throughout the industry for their competency. They specialize in almost every domain one can think of be it Law, Competency Modeling, Compensation, or Performance Management. Peers: It’s the cream students who get the opportunity to get into a prestigious college like XLRI. You can see tough competition between the finest students at college. Every individual has a valuable opinion and stands to contradict others. Their thinking pattern is broad and given a case study, they look at all angles from accounting to finance to laws while proposing the solution. The situation at TISS is also quite similar. Now one can say that the curriculum can be replicated and learned faculty can be sought to match the quality of the HR program at these institutes. But the truth is faculty and curriculum are the main but not the only factors that determine an institute's worth. Its own culture, ethics, and background have a lot to do with the programs it offers. So one cannot match XLRIs programs no matter how much they try.

Component	Amount (INR)
Program Fee	INR 6,41,800
Total Fees	INR 6,41,800

Component

Amount (INR)

Program Fee

INR 6,41,800

Total Fees

INR 6,41,800

MDI Gurgaon FPM Admission 2027

Event	Date
CAT 2026 Registration Opens	August 3, 2026
CAT 2026 Registration Closes	September 15, 2026
CAT 2026 Admit Card	November 4, 2026
FPM Application Opens (Tentative)	November 2026
CAT 2026 Exam	November 29, 2026
CAT 2026 Result (Tentative)	December 24, 2026
FPM Application Closes (Tentative)	March 2027
GD/PI Rounds (Tentative)	April 2027 to May 2027
Class Commencement (Tentative)	June 2027

GMAT, GRE, UGC-JRF, and GATE scores are also accepted in lieu of CAT.

MDI, IIM, XLRI, and FMS full-time MBA graduates with 6.0 GPA equivalent may apply without entrance scores within 10 years of graduation.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Master’s degree from a recognized university with minimum 60% marks in 10th, 12th, Bachelor’s, and Master’s

Or a 5-year integrated Master’s program after 10+2, each with minimum 60% throughout

Or a Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% plus CA/CMA/CS with minimum 50% marks

Non-Residential track: minimum age 35 years and minimum 10 years of managerial or professional experience required

Residential track: maximum age limit is 50 years at the time of application

Final-year students of a qualifying degree program are also eligible to apply

Admission Process

Upload academic certificates, entrance exam score reports, and experience letters (Non-Residential)

Pay application fee of INR 3,000 to confirm registration

Shortlisting of candidates based on academic record and entrance exam scores

Appear for a written test and personal interview at MDI Gurgaon campus

Final provisional admission offer issued to selected candidates

✓ Opt for this if

You want to pursue a career in management research or academia
You prefer a doctoral degree from a top-ranked private B-school
You are a working professional seeking the Non-Residential research track
You value the monthly fellowship stipend of the Residential track

✗ Skip if

You seek a quick MBA or postgraduate diploma program
You want a degree with immediate industry job placement focus
You cannot commit to minimum 3 years of doctoral-level research

MDI Gurgaon FPM Scholarships 2027

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
Monthly Fellowship Stipend	INR 60,000 per month	Residential track candidates only
Contingency Grant	INR 1,50,000 total	Residential track fellows over program duration
Conference Grant	INR 4,00,000 total	Residential track fellows for research conference travel

Fellowship support is provided for up to 4 years for non-MBA and 3 years for MBA graduates.

Non-Residential track candidates are not eligible for the fellowship or grant support.

MDI Gurgaon FPM FAQs

Ques. Is the MDI Gurgaon FPM equivalent to a PhD degree?

Ans. Yes, the FPM at MDI Gurgaon is recognized by AICTE as equivalent to a PhD degree. Graduates of the program are eligible to apply for faculty positions at IIMs, IITs, and other reputed institutions. The degree is awarded by MDI Gurgaon itself, and it holds the same standing as a university PhD for academic recruitment purposes, including UGC-mandated faculty positions in management schools.

Ques. What is the difference between the Residential and Non-Residential FPM tracks?

Ans. The Residential FPM is a full-time track aimed at candidates pursuing academic or research careers. Fellows receive a monthly stipend of INR 60,000. The Non-Residential track is designed for working professionals aged 35 and above with at least 10 years of managerial experience, allowing them to continue in their roles while completing the program.

Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for MDI Gurgaon FPM admission?

Ans. MDI Gurgaon accepts CAT, GMAT, GRE, UGC-JRF, and GATE scores for FPM admission. Candidates who completed a full-time 2-year MBA from MDI, any IIM, XLRI, or FMS within the past 10 years and scored a 6.0 GPA equivalent or higher may apply without submitting entrance exam scores.

Ques. Can a candidate with a Bachelor’s degree apply for MDI FPM?

Ans. Yes, candidates with a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum 60% aggregate along with a professional qualification such as CA, CMA, or CS with at least 50% marks are eligible to apply. However, a Master’s degree with 60% is the most common qualification pathway for FPM applicants.

Ques. What career paths are available after completing MDI FPM?

Ans. FPM graduates typically pursue faculty and research positions at premier management institutions including IIMs and top private B-schools. Many also move into senior consulting, policy research, and think-tank roles. The Non-Residential track is particularly popular among senior executives who want to earn research credentials while continuing in industry leadership. Research areas at MDI include Organizational Behavior, Strategy, Finance, Marketing, Operations, and Public Policy.

Ques. How long does the MDI Gurgaon FPM program take to complete?

Ans. The MDI FPM has a minimum duration of 3 years. The Residential fellowship support is available for up to 4 years for non-MBA candidates and 3 years for MBA graduates. The actual completion time varies based on research progress and dissertation approval.

MDI Gurgaon: 3 Answered Questions

Is HR at MDI better than TISS/SCMHRD? Also, does XLRI offer the best course in HR?

Advait JoshiLives in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

It is hard to compare one specific major or stream but whatever is in the public domain the general ranking of these three colleges in HR domain quality-wise and RoI-wise is given below in a table.

Quality wise	RoI wise
XLRI	TISS
TISS	XLRI
SCMHRD	SCMHRD
MDI	MDI

Below is a table comparing these colleges on absolute numbers like fees, highest package, and average package.

Institution	Fees (approx.)	Highest Package	Average Salary	Median Package
XLRI	INR 26 lakhs	INR 1.1 CPA	INR 32.7 LPA	INR 30 LPA
TISS	INR 1.4 lakhs	INR 49 LPA	INR 27.22 LPA	INR 25.75 LPA
MDI	INR 23.5 lakhs	INR 60 LPA	INR 26.1 LPA	INR 26.13 LPA
SCMHRD	INR 22.1 lakhs	INR 67.60 LPA (International) INR 35.02 LPA (Domestic)	INR 23.71 LPA	INR 22 LPA

For HR domain XLRI is the best and RoI wise for HR domain TISS is the best.

What are the placement prospects for a NMP program from MDI Gurgaon?

Ashutosh AgarwalMBA from Management Development Institute, Gurgaon

The NMP program of MDI is a well-known program that was initiated in the year 1988. The program is best suitable for Young Managers. Coming to the placement part, most of the students choosing this program are sponsored by the company they were working at and hence have to join back their company once their program is completed.

The general placements are also decent with around 70% placement percentage. But placements depend mostly on the knowledge gained and implemented in your job. Your performance throughout the program determines your placement.

How do the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, and XIMB measure up to the established ones of XLRI, TISS, MDI and SCMHRD?

Apoorv AshutoshFormer PhD Candidate at Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (2017–2020)

The simple answer to your question is no, the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, or XIMB are not at par with the established ones XLRI, TISS, MDI, and SCMHRD. The established programs especially that of XLRI are the epitome of HR programs. They cannot be compared to the new ones at any given level or parameter.

Faculty: The professors of XLRI are renowned throughout the industry for their competency. They specialize in almost every domain one can think of be it Law, Competency Modeling, Compensation, or Performance Management.
Peers: It’s the cream students who get the opportunity to get into a prestigious college like XLRI. You can see tough competition between the finest students at college. Every individual has a valuable opinion and stands to contradict others. Their thinking pattern is broad and given a case study, they look at all angles from accounting to finance to laws while proposing the solution. The situation at TISS is also quite similar.

Now one can say that the curriculum can be replicated and learned faculty can be sought to match the quality of the HR program at these institutes. But the truth is faculty and curriculum are the main but not the only factors that determine an institute's worth. Its own culture, ethics, and background have a lot to do with the programs it offers.

So one cannot match XLRIs programs no matter how much they try.

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