Admission Process for PGDM/PGDM-HRM/PGDM-IB & PGDM-Business Analytics (2026-28)
Applicants must have a COMMON ADMISSION TEST (CAT 2025) to be eligible for admission to the PGDM, PGDM-HRM, PGPM-IB, and PGDM-Business Analytics programs of MDI Gurgaon and PGDM program of MDI Murshidabad.
Important dates regarding CAT-2025
| Starting Date for CAT 2025 Registration: | Friday, August 1, 2025 |
| Closing Date for CAT 2025 Registration: | Saturday, September 13, 2025 |
| Starting Date for MDI Online Application: | Thursday, September 25, 2025 |
| Closing Date for MDI Online Application: | Friday, November 28, 2025 (5:00 PM IST) |
| Common Admission Test Date: | Sunday, November 30, 2025 |
The basis for computing the percentage obtained by the candidate would be based on the practice followed by the university/ institution/board from where the candidate has obtained the degree/certificate. In case of the candidates being awarded grades/CGPA instead of marks, the equivalence would be based on the equivalence certified by the university/ institution/board from where they have obtained bachelor’s degree/certificate. In case the university/ institution /board does not have any scheme for converting CGPA into equivalent marks, the equivalence would be established by MDI by multiplying the obtained CGPA with the factor of 9.5.
NOTE: There is a single unified application form for all programmes. Applicants need to select all programmes (PGDM/PGDM-HRM/PGDM-IB/PGDM-Business Analytics) they wish to apply for.
Shortlisting of candidates for the WAT-GD-PI process will be done on the basis of the details provided in the application form and their CAT 2025 scores. Shortlisted candidates will be called for Group Discussion, Written Analysis Test, and Personal Interviews between February and April 2026 at a center in one of the following cities: Bengaluru, Gurugram, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Mumbai. Centers other than Gurugram are tentative.
The final selection of the candidates will be based on weightages of CAT-2025 scores, WAT-GD-PI, Behavioral Assessment test, Academic merit, Academic diversity, Work experience, and social diversity etc.
NRI applicants may apply on the basis of their valid GMAT scores. Personal Interviews will be conducted for shortlisted candidates in the month of April 2026. Government of India (GOI) rules will be followed related to admission of these categories of candidates. GOI guidelines will be applicable when determining the status of NRI applicants. Candidates have to make an online payment of INR8,496 (INR eight thousand four hundred ninety-six only) inclusive of 18% GST using Credit/Debit card/Net Banking and select NRI category for filling the online application form
Successful candidates will be intimated of their final selection in April 2026. The fee details are given below:
| Nomenclature of Fees | PGDM / PGDM-HRM / PGDM - BUSINESS ANALYTICS | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Year (INR) | 2nd Year (INR) | Total (First & Second year)-INR | |
| Tuition Fees | Rs 9,61,505 | Rs 9,61,505 | Rs 19,23,010 |
| Boarding Charges | Rs 1,04,200 | Rs 1,04,200 | Rs 2,08,400 |
| Lodging Charges | Rs 1,09,750 | Rs 1,09,750 | Rs 2,19,500 |
| Learning Material Fees | Rs 62,000 | Rs 62,000 | Rs 1,24,000 |
| Students Activities | Rs 31,250 | Rs 31,250 | Rs 62,500 |
| Library Fee | Rs 37,700 | Rs 37,700 | Rs 75,400 |
| Alumni Fee | Rs 15,000 | - | Rs 15,000 |
| Security Deposit* | Rs 27,500 | - | Rs 27,500 |
| Total | Rs 13,48,905 | Rs 13,06,405 | Rs 26,55,310 |
| Installments | Installment | Amount (INR) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Installment | First Installment : At the time of admissions (In April till July-2026) | 6,00,000 | This amount will be the component of the tuition fee of first year |
| Second Installment | Second Installment : 15th October, 2026 to 31st October, 2026 | 7,48,905 | This amount will be the remaining tuition fee of first year and other components |
| Third Installment | Third Installment : 1st May, 2027 to 15th May, 2027 | 13,06,405 | This amount will be the component of entire fee of second year |
| Total | 26,55,310 |
| Installments | Installment | NRI (Amount in USD) |
|---|---|---|
| First Installment | At the time of Admission in the month of April-July 2026 | $8,668 |
| Second Installment | 15th October, 2026 to 31st October, 2026 | $15,000 |
| Third Installment | 1st May, 2027 to 15th May, 2027 | $15,000 |
| Total | $38,668 |
MDI reserves the right to revise fees and other charges at any time during the Academic Year, with prior notice provided before such changes take effect.
MDI uses CAT scores for Indian Candidates for shortlisting the candidates for its programmes. Indian candidates cannot apply on the basis of their GMAT score. IIMs have no role either in the selection process or in conducting the programme.
Please Note: Up to a maximum of 5% over and above the "Approved Intake" per Course shall be available under the tuition fee waiver scheme as per the AICTE guidelines.