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 Executive PGDM: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Collegedunia Team

Content Curator | Updated on - Aug 7, 2026

MDI Gurgaon offers three Executive Post Graduate Diploma programmes: PGDM-BA (part-time, 2 years), PGDM-BM (full-time, 1 year residential), and PGDM-PPM (18 months for public policy professionals). All require at least 3 years of post-qualification work experience. Fees range from INR 32,91,300 to INR 39,91,300. Admission is through CAT, GMAT, or XAT scores followed by a personal interview.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Admissions for the 2027 batch are expected to open in October 2026 (Tentative).

Key Points

MDI holds triple international accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, one of very few Indian B-schools with all three.
PGDM-PPM is supported by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Government of India, making it one of the few residential programmes designed exclusively for mid and senior government officers and policy professionals.
PGDM-BM operates as a cohort-based full-time residential programme and was the first 1-year executive MBA in India accredited by AMBA.

MDI Gurgaon Executive Post Graduate Diploma Fees 2026

Total programme fees vary across the three offerings based on duration and delivery format.

Programme	Total Fees
Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Business Administration	INR 32,91,300
Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management	INR 39,91,300
Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Public Policy	INR 38,79,564

Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.

MDI Gurgaon Executive Post Graduate Diploma Admission 2026

Important Dates

Event	PGDM-BM	PGDM-BA
Application Round 1 Deadline	30 March 2026	30 April 2026
Application Round 2 Deadline	10 June 2026	6 July 2026
Personal Interviews	April and June 2026	May and July 2026

PGDM-PPM admission dates are announced separately by MDI and DoPT.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor’s degree (minimum 3 years) with at least 50% marks from a recognised Indian university in any discipline.
Minimum 50% marks each in Class X and Class XII.
At least 3 years of full-time post-qualification paid work experience as on 31 March 2026 (PGDM-BM) or 30 April 2026 (PGDM-BA).
PGDM-PPM: mid or senior government officers, NGO professionals, policy consultants, or multilateral agency executives.

Admission Process

Submit online application with valid CAT (last 3 years), GMAT (last 5 years), or XAT scores. MAT, ATMA, and CMAT also accepted for PGDM-BA.
Shortlisting is based on entrance score, work experience profile, and application quality.
Shortlisted candidates attend a Personal Interview at MDI Gurgaon or online.
Final selection weighs entrance scores, work experience diversity, interview performance, and academic background.

MDI Gurgaon Executive Post Graduate Diploma vs Other Colleges

Here is how MDI Gurgaon Executive Post Graduate Diploma compares with peer 1-year and executive management programmes.

College	MDI Gurgaon	ISB Hyderabad	IIM Bangalore	IIM Calcutta
Fees	32.9 L to 39.9 L	38.6 L to 39 L	33.7 L to 36.6 L	Not Disclosed
Exams	CAT / GMAT / XAT	GMAT / GRE	GMAT / GRE	GMAT / CAT
Cutoff	Not Disclosed	GMAT 700 avg (2026)	GMAT 698 avg (2026)	Not Disclosed
Salary	INR 24.21 LPA (Avg, 2024)	INR 34 LPA (Avg, 2026)	INR 35.5 LPA (Avg, 2026)	Not Disclosed
CD Rating	4.7/5	Not Rated	4.6/5	4.5/5

✓ Opt for this if

You have 3 or more years of corporate experience and want a top Indian B-school credential.
You are a government or policy professional seeking the DoPT-backed PGDM-PPM programme.
You are an NCR-based executive wanting a part-time programme without leaving your job.

✗ Skip if

You have fewer than 3 years of work experience and cannot meet the eligibility threshold.
You need global brand recognition outside India for an international career switch.
You expect post-programme CTC above INR 35 LPA and prefer ISB or IIM Bangalore EPGP.

MDI Gurgaon Executive Post Graduate Diploma Placement 2025

Placement for the PGDM-BM executive batch is reported separately from MDI’s flagship 2-year PGDM cohort. The most recent available figures for the executive batch are from the 2024 season.

Metric	Figure
Average CTC (PGDM-BM, 2024)	INR 24.21 LPA
Top Sectors	Consulting, BFSI, FMCG, Healthcare, Manufacturing

MDI Gurgaon Executive Post Graduate Diploma Scholarships 2026

Financial support for MDI Gurgaon executive programmes is primarily available through employer sponsorships and government schemes.

Source	Details	Eligibility
Employer Sponsorship	Full or partial fee reimbursement by the candidate’s employer	As per sponsoring organisation’s policy
National Scholarship Portal	Central and state government scholarship schemes	Category and income based
DoPT Funding (PGDM-PPM)	Government of India supports nominated government officers	Mid and senior government officers nominated by their ministry

Contact MDI Gurgaon admissions for programme-specific scholarship details.

MDI Gurgaon Executive PGDM Ranking

According to Collegedunia Ranking 2025, MDI Gurgaon ranks #14 out of 370 colleges in India. According to 1 Reviews collected by Collegedunia, the Executive PGDM program at MDI Gurgaon is rated 4.7/5. The college has an overall Collegedunia score of 1796.13/2000, calculated based on NAAC grade, exam cutoff, rankings, placements and student reviews.

MDI Gurgaon is ranked by several ranking agencies such as Outlook, QS World University, NIRF. Some of these rankings are as follows-

#2 out of 200 under Outlook Ranking 2026.
#301 out of 301 under QS World University Ranking 2026.
#9 out of 125 under NIRF Ranking 2025.

Ranking Agency	Latest	Previous
	#10 out of 350 (2026)	#14 out of 372 (2025)
	#7 out of 270 (2026) #1st Gurgaon #1 Haryana	#6 out of 275 (2024) #1st Gurgaon #1 Haryana
	#7 out of 235 (2024) #1st Gurgaon #1 Haryana	#3 out of 193 (2023) #1st Gurgaon #1 Haryana
	#9 out of 125 (2025) #1st Gurgaon #1 Haryana	#11 out of 125 (2024) #1st Gurgaon #1 Haryana
	#2 out of 200 (2026)	#2 out of 200 (2025)
	#3 out of 120 (2026)	#3 out of 122 (2025)
	#3 out of 79 (2020)	#1 out of 75 (2019)
	#301 out of 301 (2026)	#251 out of 251 (2025)

MDI Gurgaon Executive Post Graduate Diploma FAQs

Ques. Can professionals outside Delhi NCR apply to PGDM-BA?

Ans. The PGDM-BA follows a weekend-intensive contact session format held at MDI’s Gurugram campus. Candidates who cannot attend sessions at the Gurugram campus each weekend would find the delivery logistically difficult. PGDM-BM, the 1-year full-time residential programme, is the better fit for professionals willing to relocate to Gurugram for the programme duration.

Ques. Does entrepreneurial experience count towards the 3-year work requirement?

Ans. MDI Gurgaon requires 3 years of full-time post-qualification paid work experience. Only work acquired after completion of the Bachelor’s degree qualifies. Entrepreneurial ventures that can be substantiated with tax returns, GST registration, or formal incorporation documents are generally considered, but the admissions panel makes the final call at the interview stage. Freelance or part-time engagements are evaluated case by case.

Ques. Can a candidate use an older CAT score instead of a fresh GMAT?

Ans. MDI accepts CAT scores from the last 3 years and GMAT or XAT scores from the last 5 years for its executive programmes. This means a CAT 2023, 2024, or 2025 score is valid for applying to the 2026 batch. GMAT and XAT have a longer 5-year validity window. If no valid score is held, the candidate must appear for one of the accepted tests before applying.

Ques. How does PGDM-PPM admission work for government officers?

Ans. PGDM-PPM is a joint initiative between MDI Gurgaon and the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT). Admission for government nominees is coordinated through DoPT rather than the standard MDI admissions portal. Officers from organised services and professionals from multilateral agencies apply through their ministry or directly through MDI’s executive admissions team. Sponsored nominees may receive fee support from their respective organisations or DoPT.

Ques. How does the executive batch placement compare with the flagship PGDM?

Ans. The PGDM-BM executive batch reported an average CTC of INR 24.21 LPA for the 2024 cohort, while the flagship 2-year PGDM batch reported INR 25.6 LPA in 2025. The gap is small, but the context differs: executive participants join with prior salary anchors, so package outcomes depend heavily on pre-programme seniority and sector. The executive batch attracts Consulting, BFSI, and FMCG firms, which is a narrower recruiter base than the flagship PGDM placements.