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FORE School of Management popularly known as FSM Delhi is a private institute established in 1981 in New Delhi. It is accredited by the NBA and is approved by AICTE. The institute has been ranked 53th by NIRF in 2024 and 47th by Collegedunia in 2025 under the management category.
PGDM (Postgraduate Diploma in Management) is the Flagship program offered at FSM Delhi. For admission to the PGDM program, candidates must have a Graduate degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks. Admission to the PGDM program is based on XAT/ CAT/ GMAT Score, followed by a Group Discussion & Personal Interview.Final selection on the basis of Entrance Test score, performance in the Extempore, PI, academic performance and work experience. In 2024, FSM Delhi XAT overall cutoff percentile ranged from 77 - 87 for the general category. The total tution fee for the PGDM program is INR 20.77 Lakhs.
FSM Delhi placement report for 2025 has been released. As per the report, the highest package offered was INR 29 LPA, while the average package was INR 16.8 LPA & Median Package stood at INR 15.2 LPA. Total 138 recruiters visit the campus for the placement out of this 45 recruiters visited the campus for the first time.Some of the top recruiters included Accenture,Adani, Deloitte, HCL, ICICI Bank, Tata, and SBI Life, among others.
- FSM Delhi Highlights
- FSM Delhi Important Dates 2026
- FSM Delhi Ranking
- FSM Delhi Courses & Fees 2026
- FSM Delhi Admission 2026
- FSM Delhi Batch Profile
- FSM Delhi Cutoff
- FSM Admission Stories
- FSM Delhi Placements 2026
- FSM Delhi Scholarships 2026
- FSM Delhi vs XIME Bangalore vs IBS Hyderabad
- FSM Delhi Notable Alumni
- FSM Delhi Campus Overview
- FSM Delhi FAQs
FSM Delhi Highlights
The table below shows FSM Delhi Highlights
| Details | Statistics |
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| College Name | FORE School of Management (FSM Delhi) |
| Established Year | 1981 |
| Ownership Type | Private |
| Ranking 2025 (Collegedunia) | 47 (Management Category) |
| Entrance Exam Accepted | CAT, XAT, GMAT |
| Courses Offered | PGDM, FPM and Certification |
| PGDM Total Fees | INR 20.77 Lakhs |
| Highest Package (2025) | INR 29 LPA |
| Average Package (2025) | INR 16.8 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Accenture,Adani, Deloitte, HCL, ICICI Bank, Tata, and SBI Life |
| Official Website | https://www.fsm.ac.in/ |
| Based on verified reviews on Collegedunia, the college has an overall student rating of 4.0 out of 5. It scores highest in Faculty (4.0), Academic (4.0),Placement (3.9), while Accommodation receives the lowest rating at (3.0).
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FSM Delhi Important Dates 2026
FSM Delhi offers admission to its various programs based on scores in national level entrance examinations. Important dates regarding these examinations and counsellings are given below-
| Events | Dates |
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| XAT 2026 Registration Opens | July 10, 2025 |
| XAT 2026 Registration Closes | December 5, 2025 |
| XAT 2026 Admit Card Download | December 20, 2025 (Tentative) |
| XAT 2026 Exam Date | January 4, 2026 |
| CAT Registration Date | August 01,2025 to Sep 13,2025 |
| CAT Admit Card download | Nov 05,2025- Nov 30,2025 |
| CAT 2025 Exam Date | Nov 30, 2025 |
FSM Delhi Ranking
The Institute has been ranked by several ranking agencies under various categories. The table below shows FSM Delhi Ranking category-wise.
| Ranked By | category | Rank (Year) |
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Management | 53(2024) |
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12 (2024) | |
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147 (2025) | |
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47 (2025) |
FSM Delhi Courses & Fees 2026
FSM Delhi offers PGDM, Fellowship and certification programs at PG Level in the disciplines of Management.It offers PGDM as its flagship program. It has released the fees for the academic year 2025-2026. The total fee for the PGDM program is INR 20.77 Lakhs.Tabulated below are the important details about FSM Delhi Courses & Fees, along with their eligibility.
| Course | Fees (INR) | Eligibility |
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| PGDM | 20.77 Lakhs(Total Fees) | Graduation with 50%+CAT/XAT/GMAT |
| Executive PGDM | 12 Lakhs(Total Fees) | Graduation with 50%+ CAT/XAT/GMAT |
| Fellowship | 1 Lakh(Total Fees) | Post Graduation + CAT/ GRE/ GMAT/GATE/UGC or CSIR NET & JRF/FET |
| Executive FPM | 1.02 Lakhs(1st Year Fees) | Post Graduation with 60% |
| EPGP | 1 Lakh(Total Fees) | Graduation |
| See what Gaurav from PGDM,IB(2023) has to say about Courses & Fees at FSM Delhi:
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The video provides an overview and comparison of Pros and Cons of FSM Delhi. According to the video
FSM Delhi Admission 2026
FSM Delhi offers various courses at PG level with PGDM being its flagship program It offers PGDM in 4 different specializations.FSM Delhi Admission to PGDM, candidates need a valid CAT/XAT/GMAT score, followed by a Personal Interview, Essay & Group Discussion. candidate must Pass Graduation or equivalent from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.Candidates who have appeared for the final semester of their graduation degree examination for the admission year and are waiting for their results are also eligible to participate in the admission process, provided they have no backlogs. If selected, such candidates must successfully complete their graduation and submit their pass certificate with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST candidates)
FSM Delhi Application Fees 2026
Application Fees 2026 for candidates applying at FSM Delhi are given below:
| Through XAT | Through GMAT | Through CAT |
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| XAT Registration Fee is INR 2.2K. | For the Indian candidate:Applying for PGDM via GMAT need to pay INR 2.5K For NRI, Foreign national, PIO& OCI Candidates:Applying for one or more programs through GMAT needs to pay INR 5K. | CAT Registration Fee is for unreserved category INR 2.6K and for reserved category INR 1.3K. |
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See what Aditya from PGDM,General(2023) has to say about Admission at FSM Delhi: |
FSM Delhi Batch Profile
FSM Delhi Batch Profile for 2025 for PGDM Batch comprised 466 students. Among them, 68% of students were Freshers, while 32% of the batch had Work Experience. The below table represents the specialization-wise data of the batch:
| Dual Specializations | 2023-25 |
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| Marketing | 38% |
| Finance | 29% |
| International Business | 13% |
| Big Data Analytics | 8% |
| Operations | 5% |
| Information Technology | 2% |
| Human Resource | 4% |
| Strategy | 1% |
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FSM Delhi Cutoff
The College offers admission to its courses through different National Level entrance examinations.FSM Delhi Cutoff for 2025 has not been released yet. For admission to the PGDM program, students need to appear for XAT/ CAT/ GMAT, and Fellowship Program admission candidates need to appear for CAT/GATE/GRE/GMAT/UGC-NET/JRF /CSIR or FET. The table below shows FSM Delhi Cutoff for 2024
| Programme | CAT | XAT |
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| PGDM | 85 | 87 |
| PGDM(International Business) | 85 | 81 |
| PGDM(Financial Management) | 85 | 77 |
| PGDM(Big Data Analytics) | 85 | 87 |
FSM Admission Stories
Students can find detailed admission stories of many candidates in the table below-
| Name | Entrance Exam | Exam Score | Work Experience | Graduation score | Link |
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| Amitanshu Singh | CAT & XAT | 86.5 & 86 | Fresher | 75.1 | Read More |
| Shivangi Singh | XAT | 89 | Fresher | 78 | Read More |
| Rohit Taxak | CAT | 89.98 | IBM India Pvt Ltd, 15 months, application developer | 7.21 | Read More |
| Paras Mehta | XAT | 80 | Urban Clap, 2 months, Sales Associate | 5.7 | Read More |
| Shreya Bansal | CAT | 89.09 | Fresher | 6.985 | Read More |
| Piyush Grover | CAT | 88 | RBS, 1 Year, Analyst | 86.8 | Read More |
| Akshit Aggarwal | CAT | 90 | Fresher | 86% | Read More |
| Khayati Chadha | CAT | 76.72 | Fresher | 95 | Read More |
| Rohit Goel | CAT | 85 | Ahluwalia Contracts India LTD.( 17 months ) | 63 | Read More |
| Abhay Kundlia | CAT | 87 | Fresher | 77 | Read More |
| Souparna Palit | CAT | 84.04 | Fresher | 69.5 | Read More |
| V Anoop | XAT | 89.1 | Fresher | 91.25 | Read More |
FSM Delhi Placements 2026
As per the data available FSM Delhi placement report for 2025, the median package stood at INR 15.2 LPA and the average package stood at INR 16.8 LPA & The highest package was INR 29 LPA. The Top recruiters are Amazon, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Accenture, Capgemini, GEP, Genpact, Phonepe, P&G, EY, HCL, etc. Below is the overview of FSM Delhi Placement-
| Particulars | Placements Statistics (2025) |
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| Number of recruiters | 138 |
| Number of new recruiters | 45 |
| Batch strength | 466 |
| Number of PPOs | 49 |
| Highest Package | INR 29 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 16.8 LPA |
| Median Package | INR 15.2 LPA |
| Major sector | BFSI |
| Major domain | Marketing |
| Top recruiters | ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Accenture, Capgemini, GEP, Genpact, etc. |
| See what Riya from PGDM,General(2024) has to say about Placement at FSM Delhi:
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FSM Delhi Scholarships 2026
FORE School Of Management provides financial aid in the form of “Means-cum-Merit Scholarship” to the students in the First Year and the Second Year of the PGDM programmes including waiver of full tuition fee. A student must have to score a minimum CGPA of 7.00 on 10.00 scale until the last grade point declaration by the Institute.To continue to receive the scholarship, the awarded student must maintain a minimum TGPA of 7.00 on a scale of 10.00 (with no “D” and “F” Grade) in all academic terms.The maximum total number of scholarships that may be awarded in 1st year and the 2nd year for the PGDM, PGDM (IB), PGDM (FM) & PGDM (BDA) are indicated in the table below FSM Delhi Scholarships:
| Maximum number of scholarship to be awarded | ||
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| Programme | No. of Scholarships | |
| First Year AY 2025-26 | Second Year AY 2025-26 | |
| PGDM | 10 (300 Seats) | 10 (300 Seats) |
| PGDM(IB) | 4 (120 Seats) | 4 (120 Seats) |
| PGDM(FM) | 6 (180 Seats) | 6 (180 Seats) |
| PGDM(BDA) | 4 (120 Seats) | 4 (120 Seats) |
| 24 | 24 | |
Merit Based Scholarship:
A Merit Scholarship is given to the meritorious students of PGDM, PGDM(IB), PGDM(FM) and PGDM(BDA).
| Programme | No. of Merit Scholarships | Criteria | Scholarship Amount |
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| PGDM First Year (300 students) | 5 (first five rankers) | Based on the overall Performance of First Year | INR 1,50,000 each |
| PGDM(IB) First Year (120 students) | 2 (first two rankers) | Based on the overall Performance of First Year | |
| PGDM(FM) First Year (180 students) | 3 (first three rankers) | Based on the overall Performance of First Year | |
| PGDM(BDA) First Year (120 students) | 2 (first two rankers) | Based on the overall Performance of First Year |
FSM Delhi vs XIME Bangalore vs IBS Hyderabad
FORE School Of Management is often compared with similar institutes such as Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship and ICFAI Business School Hyderabad. Below is a detailed comparison of these colleges.
| Details | FSM Delhi | XIME Bangalore | IBS Hyderabad |
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| Established | 1981 | 1991 | 1995 |
| Location | New Delhi | Bangalore, Karnataka | Hyderabad, Telangana |
| Flagship Program | PGDM | PGDM | MBA/PGPM |
| Entrance Exam Accepted | XAT/ CAT/ GMAT | XAT/ CAT/ CMAT/ MAT/ ATMA/ GMAT | XAT/ CAT/ CMAT/ MAT/ ATMA/ GMAT |
| Flagship program Fees (Approx.) | INR 20.77 Lakhs | INR 12.9 Lakhs | INR 17.01 Lakhs |
| Highest Package | INR 29 LPA | INR 22 LPA | INR 36.76 LPA |
| Average Package | INR 16.8 LPA | INR 11.2 LPA | INR 9.71 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Accenture, Capgemini, GEP, Genpact, etc. | Deloitte, EY, Accenture, Federal Bank | HCL, ICICI, Cognizant, Deloitte |
| Official Website | FSM Delhi | XIME Bangalore | IBS Hyderabad |
FSM Delhi Notable Alumni
The table below shows FSM Delhi Notable Alumni.
| Name | Picture | Batch | Current Position | Organization |
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| Mr. Anuj Khosla |  |
1998-2000 | Chief Executive Officer | Hitachi Payment Services Pvt. Ltd. |
| Ms. Puneet Bajwa |  |
2002-2004 | Regional Head, North | YES BANK |
| Mr. Nitin Jain |  |
2004-2006 | Managing Director | Protiviti |
| Ms. Namrata Bhattacharya |  |
1994-1996 | Managing Director | Accenture |
| Mr. Mukul Jain |  |
1998-2000 | Executive Vice President & Head Technology | Tata AIA Life Insurance |
FSM Delhi Campus Overview
FORE School of Management (FSM), New Delhi, is situated in the Qutab Institutional Area and spans over one acre. The campus features fully air-conditioned, well-furnished classrooms equipped with modern audio-visual presentation systems, elevators, RO water, washrooms, and ample circulation space. The centrally air-conditioned, fully computerized library accommodates over 100 readers and houses more than 43,000 volumes, including books, journals, reports, government publications, and CR-ROMs, alongside a dedicated multimedia and digital resources section. An auditorium named “Virajam” seats approximately 300 people, and the “Vivekananda Pragya Hall” conference room can host over 100 participants. The campus also includes a fully equipped computer center with around 12 branded servers, over 300 desktops and laptops, scanners, standalone and networked printers, and network-attached storage.Dedicated spaces and equipment are available for indoor and outdoor games such as basketball, badminton, table tennis, and chess. The campus is Wi-Fi enabled and provides medical, seminar, reprographics, and other support facilities to enrich student life and learning.
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FSM Delhi FAQs
Ques. Is there any Company Sponsored Category for admission to FORE School of Management?
Ans. Yes, candidates applying under Company Sponsored Category need to download the specified format from the website. After downloading the format, fill it up, get it signed and then submit the form in the college.
Ques. Is FSM Delhi approved and accredited?
Ans: Yes, FSM Delhi is approved by AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education) and accredited by NBA (National Board of Accreditation). It is also recognized for quality education in the management field.
Ques. What are the popular courses offered at FSM Delhi?
Ans: The flagship course of FSM Delhi is PGDM (Post Graduate Diploma in Management). Along with this, FSM Delhi also offers Executive PGDM, Fellowship programs (FPM), Executive FPM, and certificate programs in management.
Ques. How much is the fee for the PGDM program at FSM Delhi?
Ans: The total fee for the PGDM program at FSM Delhi is INR 20.77 Lakhs for the entire course. Other programs like Executive PGDM and Fellowship programs have different fee structures.
Ques. What is the admission process at FSM Delhi?
Ans: Admission at FSM Delhi is based on scores in CAT, XAT, or GMAT. Shortlisted candidates are then invited for Group Discussion, Extempore, and Personal Interview. Final selection is based on entrance exam score, academic performance, work experience, and PI performance.
Ques. What is the cutoff for FSM Delhi?
Ans: In 2024, the XAT cutoff for FSM Delhi ranged from 77 to 87 percentile for the general category. For CAT, the cutoff was around 85 percentile for most PGDM specializations.
Ques. How are placements at FSM Delhi?
Ans: FSM Delhi placements are very strong. In 2025, the highest package was INR 29 LPA, the average package was INR 16.8 LPA, and the median package stood at INR 15.2 LPA. Around 138 recruiters, including Accenture, Deloitte, ICICI Bank, Tata, and HCL, visited FSM Delhi.
Ques. What is the campus like at FSM Delhi?
Ans: FSM Delhi has a modern campus located in Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi. It has air-conditioned classrooms, a library with more than 43,000 books, computer labs, auditoriums, sports facilities, and Wi-Fi enabled infrastructure.
Ques. Does FSM Delhi provide scholarships?
Ans: Yes, FSM Delhi offers Means-cum-Merit Scholarships and Merit Scholarships. These scholarships can cover full tuition fees or provide financial rewards to students based on performance and need.
Ques. How is the student life at FSM Delhi?
Ans: Student life at FSM Delhi is dynamic and engaging. Apart from academics, students take part in clubs, events, seminars, and sports activities. With modern infrastructure, a strong placement record, and cultural activities, FSM Delhi provides a balanced campus life.
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The exact number of installments for fees at FORE Delhi depends on the duration of your course years and the fee will be paid every semester and not at once.
For admission into FORE School Of Management, CAT Cutoff 2022 for General Category is 85 percentile.
Yes, you can get admission with the 12th class marks as the college requires a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized board. You are required to appear for entrance exams like CAT, XAT, and GMAT or FORE Test.
The top placement sectors of the FSM New Delhi are IT or ITES. 80 students got placement in this sector with an average of INR 20 lakhs a year. BFSI is the second top sector.
The total tuition fee of the fellowship program at FSM is INR 2.19 lakhs for a year. It charges INR 6.84 lakhs for four years which includes INR 1.55 lakhs for the rest three years.