MDI class rooms are airconditioned and are wi fi enabled with fast network connectivity
Cafeteria at MDI satisfies the late night food habits of the students
MDI Gurgaon has two computer labs with round the clock fast internet connectivity
Separate Hostels for boys and girls with sufficient residential facilities are available at MDI
MDI Library has a rich collection of 55000 printed books and around 2.3 lakh e-books
MDI Auditorium is equipped with video wall, digital podium, video conferencing system
A convenience store to fulfil the daily needs of the students is available at the B-school
A well equipped Gym at MDI takes care of students’ fitness
Medical centre under the supervision of qualified doctors functions at MDI Gurgaon
Incubation centre to promote entrepreneurship is established at MDI Gurgaon
MDI provides shuttle service to its students, faculty and staff
MDI has a well equipped Sports complex with indoor and outdoor sports facilities
Complete MDI campus is Wi Fi enabled with fast network connectivity
MDI Gurgaon has various student clubs and committees which offer various experiential learning
Established in 1973, Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon is a Premier B-school, at par with IIMs. With a legacy of five decades, MDI Gurgaon is tiple crowned with three prestigious International Accreditations from AACSB, AMBA and SAQS. MDI Gurgaon has a large number student exchange tie-ups with universities across the world such as North America, Europe, Asia, South Africa, New Zealand and Australia. MDI’s PGDM programs are consistently ranked among top management programs in the country.
MDI Gurgaon Rank is amongst the top B-schools in the country. In the NIRF Ranking 2024 Management, MDI Gurgaon was Ranked #11 among top 125 management institutes in India and in MBAUniverse.com B-School Ranking 2024 MDI Gurgaon was ranked #10 amongst top B-schools.
MDI Gurgaon has a consistent record of 100% placements with high salary packages at par with top IIMs. In Placements 2024, MDI Gurgaon has registered highest package of Rs.63.30 LPA. The overall Average package has gone down at Rs.25.50 LPA in Placement 2024 from Rs.27.67 LPA last year. Telecom & Media sector rolled out maximum 26% offers. Top Recruiters in Placement 2024 included Amazon, Accenture, Deloitte, P&G, ICICI Bank, Godrej, Goldman Sachs, Nomura, JP Morgan Chase among others.
MDI Gurgaon offers AICTE approved full time PGDM, PGDM-HRM, PGDM-IB, PGDM-Business Analytics programs apart from other one year PGDM and online PGDM and doctoral FPM programs. Admission to MDI Gurgaon is through CAT exam conducted by IIMs.
Located in Delhi NCR, MDI Gurgaon is housed in 35 acres of green campus which provides the Institute’s community a unique experience of creative environment amidst industry action. State-of-the-art classrooms, IT infrastructure, hostels, library and other facilities set amidst sylvan surroundings create a conducive environment for studies. The campus is located 12 km from the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi.
Fellow Programme in Management
The Fellow Programme in Management (non-residential) is designed to cater to the scholarly needs of working business executives. It prepare executives for careers in management teaching and research, as well as in management practice, consulting and development. Therefore, executives aspiring for the FPM (non-residential) Programme should be willing to devote time and energy that the Programme requires. Classes will normally be held during weekends or in the evening. The course work in first year will be completed in three terms, which are equivalent to approximately nine months.
MDI’s Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education, Government of India and recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) as equivalent to a PhD degree of an Indian University. The Fellow Programme in Management encourages rigorous interdisciplinary re-search in contemporary areas of management.
Since its inception in 1999, MDI’s Fellow Programme has been growing steadily, both in numbers, as well as its contribution to the reservoir of knowledge. Seminars, presentations, discussion forums and informal knowledge-sharing sessions throughout the year keep research scholars intellectually stimulated with peers and faculty. MDI’s Fellow Programme encourages research in current and contemporary areas of interest in management. The primary purpose of our Fellow Programme is to develop scholars who will stretch the boundaries of management thought and will also impact contemporary management practices in real time.
The FPM Scholars at MDI have access to a state-of-the-art library, which has a large and diverse collection of books and journals. In addition, MDI subscribes to prominent online journals databases such as ABI/INFORM (ProQuest), Business Source Complete (EBSCO), Elsevier’s Energy Collection, Elsevier’s Business & Man-agement Journals Collection, IGI Online Journals Collection, JSTOR, Emerald Insight, ProQuest’s Disserta-tions & Theses database, Psych ARTICLES (APA), and SAGE Humanities & Social Science Collection.
Admission process for MDI FPM programme is as below:
- Candidates are required to take Standard Tests like CAT/ GMAT/GRE/ UGC-JRF/GATE and apply through these tests. However, for full-time two-year PGP alumni from MDI, IIMs, XLRI & FMS standard test scores may be waived off.
- The shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview either online or offline in at MDI Gurgaon
- Based on the performance in academics, entrance exam, PI round, interest in research final selection will be made
The Fellow Programme in Management has to be completed within 4 years after the registration, which may be extended up to 7 years maximum (seven years) depending on the merit of the case and favorable review of work progress by the FPM Committee. The FPM Programme consists of two phases. The first phase of the Programme involves course work, followed by a Comprehensive Research Evaluation. The second phase requires scholars to work on their thesis, which involves the preparation of a thesis proposal, writing of the thesis, a final Viva Voce, an examination based on the thesis.
The student is required to take First Year courses of the Post-Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM). These courses are approximately of three months duration. Only after completion of PGDM level course work, can the student start with FPM level course work. Scholars who already hold an MBA degree are exempted from this course work requirement. Fellow-level courses consititute three levels General Core Courses, Area Core Courses and Elective Courses.
Applicants have to apply online by visiting the MDI Gurgaon website. They can click on the programme they wish to apply for and follow the instructions given on the website. Candidates have to make an online payment of Rs. 3000/- (Rupees Three Thousand Only) inclusive of 18% GST using Credit/Debit card/Net Banking.
Eligibility Criteria for MDI FPM (Non Residential) admission are as below:
- A master’s degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks (with first division) or equivalent grade point average recognized by AICTE /AIU with a Bachelor’s degree / equivalent qualification after com-pleting higher secondary schooling (10+2), Or Five year integrated Master’s Degree Programme in any discipline with at least 60% marks (with first division), obtained after completing higher secondary schooling (10+2), Or
- A minimum of 50% marks in 10th, 12th, and Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent CGPA along with Master’s degree with 60% (with first division).
- Candidates with gender diversity, PWD (person with a disability), EWS (Economically weaker section), or rural-urban diversity are encouraged to apply for the FPM programme.
- For FPM (Non-Residential), minimum age of 35 years and a minimum of 10 years of managerial work experience, preferable at senior-level, is required as on last date of application.
Based on the performance in academics, entrance exam, PI round, interest in research final selection will be made for MDI FPM programme.
PGDM in Business Administration
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Business Administration
MDI Gurgaon’s Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Business Administration)* is a rigorous, demanding and relevant programme for working executives residing/ working in and around the National Capital Region (NCR) who have had no prior exposure to formal management education.
*subject to AICTE extension of approval
- This is a 24-months’ Post Graduate Programme.
- The program has been designed considering the current business requirements and the high demand in the industry for the candidates having requisite techniques and managerial skills. The programme had participation from prestigious clients like Maruti Suzuki India Limited, Deloitte, American Express, Essar, Accenture Strategy and Consulting, Denso Haryana Pvt. Ltd, ICICI & Carrier Airconditioning and Refrigeration Ltd. etc.
- Provision for International Immersion.
Target Audience
- The Programme targets working executives and entrepreneurs who have a zeal to be updated with latest managerial tools and techniques through formal in-class interaction.
- It not only equips managers for assuming higher responsibilities but also enables them to perform more efficiently and effectively in the context of the changing domestic and international business environment.
Programme Learning Goals (LGs)
Responsible Citizen consciousness
- Global Perspective
- Critical and Innovative Thinking
- Entrepreneurial Orientation
- Functional Competency
The online application form for PGDM-Business Administration Programme of MDI Gurgaon shall be available on the MDI website https://www.mdi.ac.in with necessary instructions.
• Online registration will be open till June 15, 2025, 17:00 hrs.
• Applicants have to make an online payment of Rs.3000/- (Rupees three thousand only) inclusive of 18% GST.
Programme Structure
Two-year Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Business Administration)
Each academic year comprises of four terms (of 3-months each), which includes two weeks for examinations (mid-term & end-term).
20 Core courses spread over terms 1 to 6. 14 elective courses spread over terms 4 to 8 followed by mandatory field work/project in term 8 equivalent to two course load.
Pedagogy
- Balanced mix of lectures, group discussions, presentations, case analysis, simulation exercises, business games and project work.
- Interactive and participative methods of learning, in line with the recent advances in training methodology.
- Integrates the use of technology with the learning of basic principles in different functional areas of management.
- Opportunity for interacting with eminent academicians, policy makers and industry leaders who delve into the current business and policy issues.
Evaluation
Course evaluation is in terms of letter grades. Participants are required to achieve a certain minimum grade point average in each term, a minimum letter grade in each course and in Field Work/Project.
Merit Scholarship:
- The initiative of MDI Gurgaon Merit Scholarship is designed to recognize and reward consistent academic excellence among students enrolled in the PGDM-BA programme.
- Scholarships will be awarded to the top two students securing the highest Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) at the end of Term 1, 2 and 3.
Awards
- The Chairman’s Gold Medal awarded for the highest CGPA in the programme.
- The Director’s Gold Medal awarded for the highest CGPA in specialization in the programme.
Class Schedule
- In the initial three terms, the classes are held on four days per week i.e. Thursday to Sunday.
- Term 4 onwards classes are held throughout the week and for an individual the class schedule depends on the electives chosen by him/her.
- Classes are held from 6.30 PM to 9.45 PM on weekdays, from 6.30 PM to 9.45 PM on Saturdays, and from 10.00 AM to 05.15 PM, with a lunch break from 1.15 PM to 2.00 PM on Sundays.
Online Application Process
- The online application form for PGDM-Business Administration Programme of MDI Gurgaon shall be available on the MDI website https://www.mdi.ac.in with necessary instructions.
- Online registration will be open till June 25, 2026, 17:00 hrs.
- Applicants have to make an online payment of Rs.3000/- (Rupees three thousand only) inclusive of 18% GST.
Eligibility
- The Applicants must have 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in both class X and XII.
- The Applicants must have minimum 3-year Bachelor’s Degree, with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA in any discipline from any University incorporated by an Act of the Central or State legislature in India or other educational Institutions established by an Act of the Parliament or declared as deemed to be University under Section 3 of UGC Act 1956 or possess and equivalent qualification recognized by the Ministry of HRD, Government of India.
- A minimum of 3-year of post-qualification work experience as on April 30, 2026.
- Self-Sponsored /Sponsored Applicants through valid GMAT/CAT/XAT/MAT/ATMA/CMAT
- The Applicants must have any one of the six All India Tests i.e Valid GMAT/CAT/XAT/MAT/ATMA/CMAT scores, valid upto June 30, 2026 to be eligible for the admission to PGDM-Business Administration.
SELECTION PROCESS
Shortlisting of Applicants for the Personal Interview will be done on the basis of the details provided in the application form and their valid GMAT/CAT/XAT/MAT/ATMA/CMAT scores. Shortlisted Applicants for phase 1 will be called for the Personal Interview on May 09/10, 2026 and for Phase 2 on July 04/05, 2026.
Shortlisted Applicants will be called for Personal Interview in online mode.
ADMISSION OFFER
Successful Applicants will be made a provisional admission offer in May/July 2026. The selected Applicants will have to pay the first instalment of fee by the given deadline, failing which their offer of admission would be withdrawn, without any further intimation.