Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon

Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon is one of India's premier business schools, established in 1973 with the support of Industrial Finance Corporation of India (IFCI). Located in the corporate hub of Gurgaon, MDI has established itself as a leading management institute known for its strong industry interface and excellent placement record.

Key Highlights

• 37-acre state-of-the-art campus in corporate hub Gurgaon
• First Indian business school to have a campus in Central Asia (MDI Almaty)
• Strong focus on leadership development and industry relevance
• Excellent corporate connections with 200+ recruiters
• 100% placement record for over two decades
• Pioneer in Executive Education programs in India
• Strong alumni network of 12,000+ professionals globally
• International collaborations with 30+ global universities

Recognition & Accreditations

• AMBA Accreditation (Association of MBAs)
• SAQS Accreditation (South Asian Quality System)
• NIRF Ranking 2024: #7 in Management
• AICTE Approved
• CRISIL AAA Rating for PGDM Programs

International Collaborations

Program Specializations

Eligibility Criteria

• Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration with 50% marks
• Valid CAT score (GMAT for international/Executive PGDM candidates)
• For Executive PGDM: Minimum 5 years of work experience
• Final year students can apply
• No age limit for any program
• Work experience preferred but not mandatory for PGDM programs

Selection Process

1. CAT Examination (November)
2. Shortlisting based on CAT scores and academic profile
3. Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI)
4. Profile assessment for work experience and extracurricular achievements
5. Final selection based on composite score:
   • CAT Score: 60%
   • GD/PI: 20%
   • Academic Profile: 10%
   • Work Experience: 5%
   • Diversity Factors: 5%

Important Dates for 2025 Admission

Application Fees

CAT Cutoff Trends (Previous Year)

Program Fees (2025-26)

Additional Costs

• International Immersion Program (PGDM-IB): ₹3.0 Lakhs (mandatory)
• Laptop: Mandatory (student's responsibility)
• Books and Study Material: ₹60,000 per year (approximately)
• Student Activities Fee: ₹30,000 per year
• Alumni Association Fee: ₹10,000 (one-time)

Merit-Based Scholarships

• MDI Merit Scholarship: Up to 100% tuition fee waiver for top 10 students
• Director's Merit List: 50% tuition fee waiver for top 15% of batch
• CAT Toppers Scholarship: ₹3 Lakhs for top 100 CAT rank holders
• Women Leadership Scholarship: 25% fee waiver for outstanding female candidates
• Academic Excellence Scholarship: For students with outstanding academic records

Need-Based Scholarships

• MDI Financial Aid: Up to 100% tuition fee waiver based on family income
• Corporate Scholarships: Various industry-sponsored scholarships (Aditya Birla, HUL, TATA)
• Government Scholarships: For SC/ST/OBC students as per government norms
• IFCI Scholarship: For economically disadvantaged students

Education Loans

MDI Gurgaon has tie-ups with leading banks (SBI, HDFC, ICICI, Axis, PNB) for education loans at preferential interest rates. Loans cover up to 100% of tuition fees and living expenses with moratorium period during the program.

Sector-wise Placement (2024)

Top Recruiters

Summer Internship Statistics

Placement Trends

• 25% increase in average package over last 3 years
• 30% of offers from first-time recruiters
• 35% of students received multiple offers
• Highest international package: $120,000
• 20% of batch placed in leadership roles
• Strong representation in consulting and finance sectors

Campus Infrastructure

Student Life

• Student Clubs: 20+ clubs (Consulting, Finance, Marketing, HR, Operations, etc.)
• Cultural Events: Confluence (annual business fest), Aatmatrisha (cultural fest)
• Sports: Annual sports meet, inter-college tournaments
• Social Initiatives: CSR projects, community development programs
• Industry Interface: Regular guest lectures, corporate workshops, live projects

Hostel Facilities

Faculty Highlights

Research Centers

• Center for Corporate Governance: Research in corporate governance and ethics
• Center for Entrepreneurship: Startup incubation and entrepreneurship research
• Center for Sustainable Development: Environmental and social sustainability research
• Center for Leadership: Leadership development and organizational behavior research
• Center for Digital Transformation: Research in digital technologies and business innovation

Research Publications

• 80+ research papers published in top international journals annually
• 10+ books and monographs published by faculty members
• Active participation in international conferences and seminars
• Collaborative research projects with corporate partners
• Industry research reports and case studies

Industry Partnerships

Corporate Advisory Board

• Comprising CEOs and senior executives from leading corporations
• Guidance on curriculum development and industry relevance
• Mentorship programs for students
• Industry insights and trend analysis

Recruitment Partners