The Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), University of Delhi, has opened registration for its two-year full-time MBA programme for the 2027-29 batch. Admission will be based on CAT 2026, which is scheduled for 29 November 2026. Candidates must complete the online application on the official FMS portal by 25 November 2026, before the CAT exam.
FMS Delhi is one of India’s most sought-after B-schools, known for its very low fees (about Rs. 65,000 per semester) and strong placements. The application fee is Rs. 1,000, or Rs. 350 for SC, ST and PwD candidates.
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FMS gives extra weight to VARC in its shortlisting, and does not use sectional cut-offs. Here is everything you need to know about eligibility, seats, the selection process and how to apply.
FMS Delhi MBA Admission 2027-29 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Institute | Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), University of Delhi |
| Programme | MBA (Full-Time), 2 years |
| Batch | 2027-2029 |
| Campus | North Campus, University of Delhi |
| Entrance Exam | CAT 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only (fms.edu) |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 November 2026 |
| Application Fee | Rs. 1,000 (Rs. 350 for SC/ST/PwD) |
| Programme Fee | About Rs. 65,075 per semester |
| Official Website | fms.edu |
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Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| FMS registration | Open now |
| Last date to apply | 25 November 2026 |
| CAT 2026 admit card | 4 November 2026 |
| CAT 2026 exam | 29 November 2026 |
| Shortlist, interview and result dates | To be announced by FMS |
| Last date for admission / withdrawal | 31 August 2027 |
FMS Delhi MBA Seats and Fee
Seat Distribution
The admission notice lists the following seats:
| Category | Seats |
|---|---|
| General (Unreserved) | 101 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 69 |
| SC | 37 |
| EWS | 25 |
| ST | 19 |
| Total (main categories) | 251 |
| PwD | 12 |
| CW (Children/Widows of Armed Forces personnel) | 12 |
| Foreign Students (8 SAARC + 17 others) | 25 |
| WT | 6 |
| WNT | 6 |
| Orphan Quota (1 male, 1 female) | 2 |
PwD and CW seats are at least 5% each. Foreign student and orphan quota seats are supernumerary. There is no NRI, PIO or Delhi quota.
Programme Fee
- About Rs. 65,075 per semester, or roughly Rs. 2.6 lakh for the full two-year MBA (4 semesters).
- The University of Delhi may revise the fee at any time.
FMS Delhi MBA Eligibility 2027-29
| Criteria | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Bachelor’s degree after 12 years of formal schooling |
| Minimum marks – Unreserved | 50% aggregate (or equivalent CGPA) |
| Minimum marks – OBC (NCL), EWS, PwD, CW | 45% |
| Minimum marks – SC / ST | Pass marks |
| Entrance exam | Must appear in CAT 2026 |
| Final-year students | Can apply, but must submit the final result at admission |
Other key points:
- CGPA holders must give the equivalent percentage and attach their university’s CGPA-to-percentage conversion rule.
- OBC Creamy Layer candidates must apply under the General category.
- OBC (NCL) and EWS certificates must be valid at both the interview and admission. EWS needs family income below Rs. 8 lakh a year, along with asset limits.
- Category cannot be changed after registration. Candidates can apply under General and a reserved category at the same time.
- Foreign nationals apply through DU’s Foreign Students’ Registry (fsr.du.ac.in) with a GMAT score of at least 650 or a GRE score of at least 320.
FMS Delhi Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS / Others | Rs. 1,000 |
| SC / ST / PwD | Rs. 350 |
How to Apply for FMS Delhi MBA 2027-29
- Visit the official FMS website, fms.edu, and open the MBA admission section.
- Click on New Registration and register with your email ID and mobile number.
- Log in with your credentials.
- Fill in your personal, academic and category details, and your CAT 2026 registration details.
- Upload your photograph, signature and required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Check all details carefully and submit the form. Data cannot be changed after confirmation.
- Save the confirmation page and payment receipt.
Note: Applications are accepted only online through the official website. FMS has warned that it has no authorised agents for admissions.
FMS Delhi Selection Process 2027-29
Stage 1: Shortlisting for Interview
FMS calculates a Weighted CAT 2026 Score using these section weights:
| CAT Section | Weight |
|---|---|
| VARC (Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension) | 40% |
| DILR (Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning) | 30% |
| QA (Quantitative Ability) | 30% |
- Women candidates get 5 extra marks on the weighted score for shortlisting.
- There are no sectional cut-offs. A strong VARC score helps the most.
Stage 2: Final Selection
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Weighted CAT 2026 score | 50% |
| Personal Interview (PI) | 15% |
| Class 10 marks | 10% |
| Class 12 marks | 10% |
| Statement of Purpose (SOP) discussion | 10% |
| Extempore | 5% |
| Total | 100% |
Class 10 and 12 marks: 75% and above earns the full 10%. Scores from 60% to below 75% earn 5%.
Women candidates who appear for the interview get 5 additional marks in the final selection. Candidates must bring all original certificates and marksheets to the interview.
Expected Cut-Off
FMS Delhi is among the toughest B-schools to get into. Based on recent trends, General category candidates typically need an overall CAT percentile of about 99 or more to be shortlisted. FMS does not publish an official percentile cut-off in its admission notice.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for FMS Delhi MBA 2027-29?
25 November 2026.
Which entrance exam does FMS Delhi accept?
Only CAT 2026. Candidates who do not appear in CAT 2026 will not be considered.
What is the FMS Delhi application fee?
Rs. 1,000 for most candidates and Rs. 350 for SC, ST and PwD candidates.
What is the fee for the FMS Delhi MBA?
About Rs. 65,075 per semester, or roughly Rs. 2.6 lakh for the full programme.
Does FMS Delhi have sectional cut-offs?
No. FMS shortlists using a weighted CAT score, where VARC has 40% weight and DILR and QA have 30% each.
How many seats are there at FMS Delhi?
251 seats across the General, OBC, SC, ST and EWS categories, plus seats for PwD, CW, foreign students and other quotas.
What is the minimum eligibility for FMS Delhi?
A bachelor’s degree with 50% marks for Unreserved, 45% for OBC (NCL), EWS, PwD and CW, and pass marks for SC/ST.
Do women candidates get any benefit? Yes. Women get 5 extra marks at the shortlisting stage and 5 extra marks in the final selection after the interview.
Can final-year students apply? Yes, provided they submit their final result at the time of admission.
