Is MDI Gurgaon worth spending 16 lacs in fees?

If your priority is good placement opportunities and an excellent alumni network, Management Development Institute (MDI), Gurgaon is a good option to consider. MDI was established in collaboration with several global institutions like UNDP, UNIDO, World Bank, and ILO, with initial support from KfW, West Germany, and IFCI. MDI is the first business school in India to receive accreditation from the Association of MBAs (AMBA). The faculty at MDI is of high quality, and there is an excellent learning culture, which gives you plenty of opportunities to enjoy your time while studying. If you are searching for the best B-school in India in terms of placement, ROI, infrastructure, alumni network, faculty, and other factors, MDI Gurgaon always ranks between 5 to 10. Other top-ranked B-schools in India include IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, IIM Calcutta, XLRI, SPJIMR, IIM K, IIM I, SJMSOM IIT Bombay, and many others. If you are searching for B-schools ranked by placement, the top schools include IIM A, IIM B, IIM C, FSM Delhi, SPJIMR, MDI G, XLRI, IIFT, IIM K, and NMIMS Mumbai. By considering your priorities and looking at various rankings and factors, you can make an informed decision about which B-school is the best fit for you.

Should I go for MDI Gurgaon, if I am already earning 7lpa keeping in mind the fees, and are the placements good enough to cover my opportunity cost for the 2 years?

If you are already earning a salary as high as INR 71 LPA, I don’t think an MBA from MDI Gurgaon will do you any good. If you have decided on going for an MBA nevertheless, target the top B Schools like IIM A, IIM B, IIM C, XLRI, FMS, or IIM L. Choosing MDI for MBA is recommended only if you have offers from average B Schools like new IIMs, SPJIMR, NITIE, etc. So first you need to get maximum calls from the top B Schools only then can you make a wise and informed decision.

Is MDI GURGAON a good option for an MBA executive program?

MDI Gurgaon is a great choice for an executive MBA program and is at par with other top-tier schools like IIM A, B, C, L, IIFT, FMS, XLRI, and IIT Delhi DMS. The 3-year executive MBA program for working professionals is extremely good, with the same course and faculty as that of the full-time one-year executive MBA and two-year full-time residential MBA program. It's an excellent institute and is even better than some of the newer IIMs. However, it's important to note that the fees for the 3-year executive MBA program at MDI Gurgaon have increased enormously over the last few years and are almost 10 lakhs. If you're looking for other options, IIM Lucknow's Noida campus also offers a similar 3-year executive MBA program with fees of Rs 10 lakhs, and classes are held on weekends and weekdays. IIFT Delhi is another option that offers a similar 3-year executive MBA program with fees of Rs 6.5 lakhs and classes on weekends. IIT Delhi also offers a similar 3-year executive MBA program with fees of Rs 4.10 lakhs, with classes on weekdays. FMS Executive MBA has fees of Rs 1 lakh only. It's important to choose your education loan wisely, especially when considering the high fees for some of these programs. Make sure to do your research and compare the options before making a decision.

What are the placement prospects for a NMP program from MDI Gurgaon?

The NMP program of MDI is a well-known program that was initiated in the year 1988. The program is best suitable for Young Managers. Coming to the placement part, most of the students choosing this program are sponsored by the company they were working at and hence have to join back their company once their program is completed. The general placements are also decent with around 70% placement percentage. But placements depend mostly on the knowledge gained and implemented in your job. Your performance throughout the program determines your placement.

How do the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, and XIMB measure up to the established ones of XLRI, TISS, MDI and SCMHRD?

The simple answer to your question is no, the new HR programs of IIM Ranchi, NMIMS, or XIMB are not at par with the established ones XLRI, TISS, MDI, and SCMHRD. The established programs especially that of XLRI are the epitome of HR programs. They cannot be compared to the new ones at any given level or parameter. Faculty: The professors of XLRI are renowned throughout the industry for their competency. They specialize in almost every domain one can think of be it Law, Competency Modeling, Compensation, or Performance Management. Peers: It’s the cream students who get the opportunity to get into a prestigious college like XLRI. You can see tough competition between the finest students at college. Every individual has a valuable opinion and stands to contradict others. Their thinking pattern is broad and given a case study, they look at all angles from accounting to finance to laws while proposing the solution. The situation at TISS is also quite similar. Now one can say that the curriculum can be replicated and learned faculty can be sought to match the quality of the HR program at these institutes. But the truth is faculty and curriculum are the main but not the only factors that determine an institute's worth. Its own culture, ethics, and background have a lot to do with the programs it offers. So one cannot match XLRIs programs no matter how much they try.

Should I go for a PGPM in MDI Gurgaon or for IIM L ABM?

Go for the IIM Lucknow ABM program only if you are sincerely inclined towards agri. If not then choosing ABM will limit your career prospects considerably and you might even regret it later. MDI Gurgaon PGDM is one of the oldest programs that have great value. MDI Gurgaon can easily be called the country’s best B School. The admissions are solely based on merit so the quality of your peers is top-notch. Some major highlights of the institute and its PGDM program are Experienced permanent faculty Student-driven clubs Student-driven Mutual Fund Elaborate alumni network Lush green campus Excellent peer learning So you will not regret choosing MDI even over IIM Lucknow.

How long did it take you to recover the fees paid for PGPM of MDI Gurgaon?

I asked a friend about the time it took him to pay back the loan he had taken to pursue PGDM at MDI Gurgaon. An estimate revealed 5-7 years. However this is subject to change as not everyone receives the same package. Currently, MDI Gurgaon PGDM fees is ?23.47 Lakhs. On comparing this with the average package INR 26.65 LPA, we can say that the fees can be easily paid within 5 years time considering the interest and additional expenses. But tell me is getting an equivalent package the only way to recover the fees. Is it not recovered through the knowledge you have gained, the various experiences and the gateway to success. One can never repay back the fees in reality.

MDI Gurgaon PGDM: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Fee Type	Total Amount (INR)
tuition fees	₹ 18.67 Lakhs
caution fees*	₹ 27,500
other fees	₹ 2.77 Lakhs - 29.14 Lakhs
total academic fees	₹ 21.71 Lakhs - 29.14 Lakhs
hostel fees	₹2.08 Lakhs
total fees	₹ 23.8 Lakhs - 31.22 Lakhs

Events	Dates
Submission Date of Application for Admission [PGDM]	Sep 28, 2025 - Nov 28, 2025 Ongoing
Common Admission Test for Admission 2025 [PGDM]	Nov 30, 2025 Upcoming

Events	Dates
Date for Submission of Application for Admission 2025 [PGDM] (PPM)	Jul 31, 2025
Last Submission Date of Application for Round 2 Admission 2025 [PGDM - Online]	Jun 01, 2025 - Jun 30, 2025
Date of Registration & Hostel Accommodation for Session 2025-26 [PGDM]	Jun 21, 2025

Events	Dates
CAT Exam Date	Nov 30, 2025 Upcoming

Events	Dates
CAT Admit Card	Nov 05, 2025
CAT Registration	Aug 01, 2025 - Sep 20, 2025

Events	Dates
Submission Date of Application for Admission [PGDM]	Sep 28, 2025 - Nov 28, 2025 Ongoing
Common Admission Test for Admission 2025 [PGDM]	Nov 30, 2025 Upcoming
CAT Exam Date	Nov 30, 2025 Upcoming

Events	Dates
CAT Admit Card	Nov 05, 2025
CAT Registration	Aug 01, 2025 - Sep 20, 2025
Date for Submission of Application for Admission 2025 [PGDM] (PPM)	Jul 31, 2025

MDI Gurgaon's Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Human Resource Management) program offers a comprehensive education in HRM. To gain admission, candidates must hold a bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA, including similar marks in class 10 and 12. Applicants must achieve a minimum 75 percentile in each CAT section, with previous cutoffs around 91 percentile. The college favors candidates with work experience, and the selection process includes personal interviews and potentially group discussions.

The batch typically includes CAT percentiles ranging from 94 to 99.7. The program costs approximately INR 24,99,400 over two years, covering tuition fees, learning materials, and other charges. Boarding and lodging are additional, costing INR 76,125 and INR 93,975 annually. Scholarships for economically weaker sections waive 50% of tuition fees, and the O.P. Jindal scholarship offers INR 1,50,000 for second-year students. Financial aid can reduce costs significantly. The fee structure is similar for HR and PGDM programs, with the PGDM IB program being more expensive, ranging from INR 40-45 lakhs.

Placements at MDI Gurgaon are robust, achieving a 100% placement rate. The average package is INR 26.42 lakhs, with the highest reaching INR 60 lakhs. Companies like Amazon, Cipla, and Deloitte recruit students for roles in Sales, Marketing, Operations, Consulting, and Product domains. Students are eligible for summer placements in their first semester, with final placements starting in the fifth semester. Internships are offered by top MNCs, with stipends up to INR 2.5 lakhs monthly.

The college's 40-year alumni network and student-driven process enhance placement opportunities.

By Collegedunia’s Personal AI

Particulars	Number of Seats
International Business	114
General	238
Business Analytics	31
Human Resource Management	120

Yearly Placement Package Comparison
Median Package	₹26.13 Lakhs	₹26.13 Lakhs	₹24.06 Lakhs

Yearly Students Placed
Student Admitted	556	474	392
Students Placed	547	469	391

Ranking Agency	Latest	Previous
	#2 out of 200 (2026)	#2 out of 200 (2025)
	#301 out of 301 (2026)	#251 out of 251 (2025)
	#14 out of 370 (2025)	-
	#9 out of 125 (2025) #1st Haryana	#11 out of 125 (2024) #1st Haryana
	#3 out of 122 (2025)	#2 out of 110 (2024)
	#6 out of 275 (2024) #1st Haryana	#7 out of 272 (2023) #1st Haryana
	#7 out of 235 (2024) #1st Haryana	#3 out of 193 (2023) #1st Haryana
	#3 out of 79 (2020)	#1 out of 75 (2019)

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Vaibhav Gupta

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PGDM, General

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025(Enrolled 2025)

MDI, Gurgaon - a Solid 4 Star B-School

Fees and Financial Aid:

I think the fees of every MBA college has increased along with its batch size. This is disappointing, considering the fact that the job market has been abysmal. The fee hike for the 2 years (incl. hostel+food) @ MDI has been approx 1 lakh rupees. While I am unaware of the exact scholarship claiming avenues available at MDI, I think need-based scholarships are available here and on other sources. I think that the fees across HR and PGDM is the same, while PGDM IB is costly, with the iverall wxpenses lying between 40-45 lakhs range.

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College Ninja

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Reviewed on Jan 6, 2025(Enrolled 2022)

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Courses offered - Options for electives on the basis of specialisation are quite less for a Tier 1 college

Total program fees paid for PGDM (2 year course) from 2022-2024 was 24,00,000 INR. The fees is same irresepctive of the category of student. There are scholarships provided on the basis of Merit (calculated on the basis of CGPA) and merit cum need. There are 2 other programs - PGHRM, and PGDM-IB. The fees for PGHRM is the same as PGDM (24 Lakh INR for the full course). The fees for PGDM-IB (International Business) is around 30 Lakh INR (other additional components like Visa, and hostel fees for the International college are seperate). Hostel / stay fees is not included in this. The total program fees covers all components like Tuition fees, security deposit, hostel fees, educational resources fees for PGDM and PGHRM. For these 2 courses, the fees is paid in 2 installments (paid at the time of admission and at the commencement of 2nd year).

Vanmit Kataria

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PGDM, Human Resource Management

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2024(Enrolled 2023)

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The course curriculum is very relevant and the placements are also good

Tution fees - 933500 in both 1st and 2nd year Learning material fees - 59450 in both 1st and 2nd year Student activities- 30000 in both 1st and 2nd year Library fees - 35750 in both 1st and 2nd year Alumni fees - 27500 Total fees without boarding and lodging charges - 1100500 1058700 in both 1st and 2nd years Boarding charges - 76125 in both 1st and 2nd year Lodging charges - 93975 in both 1st and 2nd years Grand total of 2years - 2499400 Financial aid is available and the fees becomes 6k for that. Campus internship was provided at Cipla in 1.1l

NITISH SOOD

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PGDM, Business Analytics

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2024(Enrolled 2023)

A Complete Turnaround Package in the form of MBA

Professional and experienced staff with apt backing of varied experience with a mix of Industry insights For 1st year, I have taken minor projects within campus that entail with the actuals of the Industry

SARTHAK SINGH

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Reviewed on Feb 5, 2024(Enrolled 2023)

A sea of opportunities MDI Gurgaon

I liked the curriculum of my program. Also the hostel are decent.

The cost of study is 24 Lakhs out of which 12 lakhs is tution fess and other component of fees include hostel, student activities fees etc. There are no scholarship. The placement of business analytics program is conducted with PGDM program

Anonymous

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Reviewed on Aug 8, 2023(Enrolled 2023)

Great Experience

Fess is still the same no hike as of this year 2416800rs as of this year. Multiple scholarships are awarded merit-based where 50% of tuition fees are waived for economically Weaker sections. O.p. Jindal scholarship of INR 150000 for second-year students.

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Reviewed on Feb 14, 2023(Enrolled 2022)

Internship in ABG !!

Early morning lectures at 8:30 AM

The top 5 students get scholarships and there is a chance to avail of scholarships if your family income is less than 8 lakhs per annum. The fee for two years is 23,47,600 and if you want to go on a student exchange, you'll have to add extra 4-5 lakhs on this fee as your expenditure. A student loan should cover the same. I am still in my first year and I will be interning with ABG in the ABGLP program at a stipend of 1,50,000 per month.

Sahil Singh

MDI Gurgaon

The fees of different courses are around 25-30 lacs, since, it is a tier 1 college it is easy to finance studies, banks give relevant assistance, and there is also a provision for different scholarships under different conditions.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2023(Enrolled 2022)

UNVEILING THE LIFE AT MDI GURGAON

The course is well designed, with ample of resources in the library and labs to enrich oneself.

The facilities in the old hostels need to be improved considering the fees paid

I had to avail of an education loan to complete my diploma from MDI, G. Recently starting in 2022, the institution increased its fees for PGDM and PGMD HR to 23.47 lacs from 21 lacs. The course fees for IB range somewhere around 30 lacs and also saw a 2.5 lacs increase. The stipend for internships obtained through the summer program lies somewhere around an average of 2.7 lacs.

Ayush Mishra

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Glance of Life at MDI

The fees is around 24 lakhs for which you can easily get an education loan. it is in line with all other mba colleges of the same tier and the ROI is good. some students from less privileged families can also get the scholarship or fee waiver facility of college.