Is CAT mandatory for MBA admission at FMS Delhi? Find out what the rules are..
There is good news for young people preparing to build a career in management by pursuing an MBA. The Faculty of Management Studies (FMS) at the University of Delhi has begun the application process for admission to its full-time MBA program for the 2027–2029 batch. Interested candidates can register online via the institution's official website. The deadline for submitting applications is November 25, 2026. Admission to this course will be based on CAT 2026 scores, academic records, and the subsequent selection process.
Candidates wishing to seek admission to the 2027–2029 batch may apply until November 25, 2026. To do so, they must visit the official website, fms.edu, and complete the online registration form. Applicants are also required to pay the prescribed application fee.
CAT 2026 is Mandatory
A CAT 2026 score is mandatory for MBA admission at FMS Delhi. According to the program brochure issued by the institution, candidates who have not appeared for the CAT 2026 examination will not be considered for the admission process. Therefore, it is essential for all applicants to take this exam.
Educational Qualifications for the MBA
To apply for this course, candidates must hold a graduation degree from a recognized university, following 12 years of formal schooling. Candidates from the General category must have secured at least 50% marks in their graduation, while for candidates from reserved categories, the minimum requirement is 45%. Additionally, candidates with a CGPA equivalent to these percentages are also eligible to apply. Students currently appearing for their final-year graduation examinations are also eligible to apply for this admission process.
Separate Weightage for CAT Sections
FMS Delhi has assigned specific, distinct weightages to each of the three sections of the CAT 2026 examination. Based on this, candidates will be shortlisted for the subsequent selection process and interviews.
VARC (Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension): 40 percent
DILR (Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning): 30 percent
QA (Quantitative Ability): 30 percent
Additionally, female candidates will be awarded five extra marks during the selection process for interviews. Along with CAT scores, academic performance and subsequent stages of the selection process will also play a significant role in the admission process.
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