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

Ans. MDI Gurgaon’s official minimum CAT percentile for PGDM shortlisting is 95 overall. However, based on past patterns, General category candidates typically need a score of 97 percentile or higher to receive an interview call. The shortlisting formula assigns 70% weight to CAT score, 20% to academic performance across school and graduation, and 10% to work experience. There are no sectional cutoffs specified by MDI for PGDM shortlisting.

Ans. Work experience is not mandatory for MDI PGDM admission. However, it carries 10% weight in the Stage 1 shortlisting criteria, which means experienced candidates gain a measurable advantage in the process. Freshers can and do receive admission, particularly if their CAT score and academic profile across Class X, XII, and graduation are consistently strong. MDI does not specify a minimum years-of-experience requirement for the standard PGDM program.

Ans. In the 2025 placement season, consulting was the largest recruiting sector, accounting for 30% of placements. Top recruiters include McKinsey and Company, JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, Pepsico, ITC, Godrej, Marico, Reckitt, and Maruti Suzuki. A total of 147 companies participated, including 67 first-time recruiters.

Ans. MDI Gurgaon offers the AICTE Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) Scholarship with 100% tuition fee waiver for 15 PGDM seats and the Merit cum Means Scholarship with 50% tuition waiver for 10 students. Both require family income below INR 8 lakh per annum. Need-based financial assistance is also available for students from weaker economic backgrounds.

Ans. Shortlisted candidates undergo a three-stage evaluation: Written Analysis Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI). This process is conducted at five centers, namely Bengaluru, Gurugram, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Mumbai. Final selection also incorporates a behavioral assessment along with evaluation of academic merit and diversity factors.