•    At least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in both class X and XII.
•    Bachelor’s Degree (Minimum 3 years duration for PGDM, PGDM-HRM, PGDM-Business Analytics, PGDM-BFS and Minimum 4 years duration for PGDM-IB), with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in any discipline from any University recognized by the AICTE / AIU / Ministry of HRD, Government of India1. 
•    Candidates appearing for the final examination for the Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent examination) and completing all requirements for obtaining the Bachelor’s degree by 30th June, 2027 can also apply to the PGDM, PGDM-HRM, PGDM-Business Analytics & PGDM-BFS programmes, subject to furnishing evidence to that effect latest by 31st October, 2027.
•    Applicants to the PGDM-IB programme must possess a minimum of 1 year (one year) work experience as on 31st January 2027, after completion of a minimum 4 years duration Bachelor’s degree for the programme. The candidates with 3 years’ duration bachelor degree are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply for PGDM-IB Programme.
 

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.

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 2026 scores. Shortlisted candidates will be called for Group Discussion, Written Analysis Test, and Personal Interviews between February and April 2027 at a center in one of the following cities: Bengaluru, Gurugram, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Mumbai. Centers other than Gurugram are tentative. 

The final selection of the candidates will be based on weightages of CAT-2026 scores, WAT-GD-PI, Behavioral Assessment Test, Academic Merit, Academic Diversity, Work Experience, and Social Diversity etc. The admission criteria have also been posted on the MDI Gurgaon website. 
 

Successful candidates will be intimated of their final selection in April 2026. The fee details are given below:

*Refundable

Proposed Installment plan (Three installments as per previous year)

NRI Student Fee for 2026-28 Programme

Students enrolled in this programme will have the opportunity to spend two semesters at their allocated foreign partner institution; emlyon business school, Lyon, France or ESCP Business School, France; both of which offer enriching academic and cultural experiences in the heart of Europe.

The Lyon campus of emlyon business school is renowned for its innovative teaching methodologies and strong industry linkages, providing students with a globally relevant business curriculum in one of France’s most historic cities. Similarly, ESCP Business School operates six urban campuses located in major European cities, actively contributing to the development of a European management culture and offering a unique cross-cultural business education.

Students attending, either emlyon business school or ESCP Business School are not required to pay tuition fees at the host foreign partner institution, provided they complete their academic requirements within one year. However, students are responsible for covering visa fees, visa assistance charges, social security contributions, travel expenses, daily living costs, lodging and boarding, as well as the cost of books and learning materials.

Partner institutions will assist students by providing information regarding available accommodation options; however, students are responsible for making final housing arrangements independently.

Students must have comprehensive health insurance coverage (including medical costs and hospitalization) and personal insurance (covering civil liability, individual accidents, and repatriation) for the entire duration of their academic stay at the allocated partner institution.
Students enrolled in this programme are strongly advised to possess a valid passport (with at least one year of validity) at the time of departure.

Applicants applying exclusively to the PGDM-IB programme may also apply using GMAT scores from test-centre exams (not online) taken between 1 January and 28 November 2026, as an alternative to CAT 2026. The GMAT score is applicable only to PGDM-IB admissions.