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N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research: Courses, Fees, Admission 2026, Rankings

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N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research Highlights 2026

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Q:   Is N.L. Dalmia good for placements?
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Yes,  N.L. Dalmia has consistently delivered strong placement outcomes. During the 2025 placement season, the highest package offered was INR 22 LPA, while the N.L. Dalmia average package offered stood at INR 11.17 LPA. More than 350 recruiters visited the campus and placed students good packages. Some of the top recruiters include Bloomberg, Deutsche Bank, Morgan Stanley, HUL, Colgate Palmolive, CRISIL, Kotak Mahindra Bank, UBS Business Solutions, BSE, JSW Steel, Piramal Pharma, E&Y, etc.

Q:   Can I get direct admission at N.L. Dalmia?
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No, N.L. Dalmia does not offers direct admission. The selection is strictly based on merit of the aspirants. The institute considers scores of the aspirants in national-level entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT, etc. for admission. Once selected, candidates have to further pass the personal interview round for final selection. The institute also considers academic performance, Work Experience and Extra-curricular of the aspirants for admission in the PGDM programme.

Q:   What is the cut-off for CAT in NL Dalmia?
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At the postgraduate level, NL Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research offers two-year PGDM courses to students. The eligibility criteria for the postgraduate courses is a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate. The accepted entrance exams are CAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT, ATMA, MAT and MH – CET.

Q:   Is CMAT required for admission at N.L. Dalmia?
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CMAT is one of the accepting exams for admission to PGDM. In 2024, the overall CMAT cutoff was 85. This was same in 2023 as well. However, it is not compulsory to have a CMAT score for admission. Aspirants with a valid score in CAT, MAT, ATMA, etc. can also get admission in the PGDM programme.

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Many companies like Citi Corp, DE Shaw, Arcesium, etc., visit the campus for placements.
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Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) - Batch of 2025
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Satisfied, Overall good placement and opportunities.
Placements: Around 30% of students were placed as of now, and still, 2 months of placements are left. The highest package is 10 LPA, and the lowest package is 7 LPA. Top recruiting companies are Nomura, ICICI Securities. Roles offered: Sales, Business Analyst, and Research Private Equity.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure for the campus is pretty good, and cleanliness is always maintained. The food available in the canteen is good enough, ranging from a wide variety of dishes including lunch, evening snacks, refreshments, and coffee available at all times on campus.
Faculty: The staff is quite helpful. The teachers are knowledgeable and always ready to help during the tenure of the course. The course is quite helpful and designed to solve real-world problems. It also provides details into AI and Machine Learning in detail.
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PGDM in Finance - Batch of 2023
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Review of PGDM in finance from the NL Dalmia College of management and research.
Placements: Placements and internship opportunities were offered to the students at NL Dalmia college. Every year, around 40–45% of the students get placed in our course. The average package offered was between 3 and 5 LPA. The top recruiting companies for our course were Walmart, Goldman Sachs, KPMG, Accenture, Deloitte, etc. Internship with stipends are also given to the students .
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the college was good for the PGDM course. The college had proper facilities for the better knowledge of the students. All the necessary facilities, such as the canteen, Wi-Fi, library, hostel, sports and medical facilities, were provided to the students. Hostel rooms were furnished. The food in the hostel mess was good to eat.
Faculty: The faculty of the college were highly qualified and knowledgeable. In each subject, there were highly qualified faculty available at this college. The teaching quality was also good. The course curriculum is relevant and it makes the students industry-ready. Various workshops and other programs were organized at this college for the students development. Students were getting proper help and support from the teachers.
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PGDM in Business Analytics - Batch of 2024
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It is a very good college. It trains students very well.
Placements: Almost 100% of students got placed in our college. The highest salary package offered is 25 LPA. The average salary package offered ranges between 9 LPA - 10 LPA. The lowest salary package offered ranges between 6 LPA - 7 LPA. Top recruiting companies are CRISIL, KPMG, Deloitte, Tata, etc. All students got internships in good companies like HDFC Bank, etc.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our college is very good. Our college has a renovated auditorium. The campus is very good. We have an online library.
Faculty: All teachers are from all top MBA colleges. They have industry experience. The business analytics batch is very well-structured with 6 months of internships, which makes students industry-ready. All exams are conducted strictly. The pass percentage is more than 95%.
Other: I opted for this course because its curriculum and internships are very good. The connectivity is very good. The western highway is around 1.5 km away from our college. Our college provides scholarships to students. It conducts competitions, which makes students grow.
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Good placements in 2022 .
Placements: Maximum students got placed in summer internships and also in final placements. The placement record is quite good. Top companies for summer internships were Tata Power, LNT, A1 fence, Crisel, Morgan Stanly, DCB bank, Bloomberg, Petersons and many more.
Infrastructure: Infrastructure is good. College has provided proper Wi-Fi. Labs, classrooms and library, which are very good. We have Asia's largest Bloomberg lab which includes 24 Bloomberg terminals, Ict lab, 2 floor library and well organized canteen where food is amazing.
Faculty: Teachers are very helpful, supportive and they are well qualified and knowledgeable. We also have teachers from IIM, IIT. We also have visiting faculty members who are industry experts. Difficulty level of exams is normal. Passing percentage is 50 percent.
Other: Lots of events happen in the college which helps in making networks. Campus crowd is fabulous. We also have fest, sports events and extracurricular activities .
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Absolutely satisfied with the college and its placements.
Placements: The placement record is quite good. Maximum number of students got placed in final placements as well as summer internship. Top companies such as Tata Power, Crisil, L&t, Aditya Birla, DCB bank, Amul, Jio, Morgan Stanley, Suntech, came for summer internships.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the college is great. College has provided students with proper Wi-Fi facility, Asia's largest Bloomberg lab which includes 24 Bloomberg terminals, classrooms, canteens with an amazing and hygienic food and a library of two floors, Ict lab, are present here.
Faculty: Professors are qualified and knowledgeable and are very helpful and supportive. We have faculty members who have industry experience and who are from IIM and IIT. Passing percentage is 50 percent. The course curriculum is very relevant and industry experience based.
Other: Events like Aakarshan. Mulyankan, Utkarsh, Sikhar, Maadhyam, cultural and sports events and many more are organized in the college.
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It is a good and reputed management institute.
Placements: The highest salary package offered is 25 LPA, and the average salary package offered is 9.5 LPA.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our college is top-notch. Our college provides facilities like projector screens, a digital library, etc. There are about 24 Bloomberg terminals in our college. The auditorium is newly renovated. Our college offers hostels like 1 bedroom, hall, and kitchen, and 2 bedrooms, hall, and kitchen near our college.
Faculty: Faculty members are very well-trained. Most of them are industry experts. They teach us the corporate requirements subjects like Python and R programming. The curriculum is very well-designed and updated regularly. New concepts are introduced based on industry standards.
Other: We are a dynamic group of students who come from various backgrounds. Our college provides 3 types of specialisations like finance, marketing, and HR. We have started a new course in business analytics.
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N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research Courses and Fees 2026

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MBA/PGDM(3 courses)
Graduation : 50 %
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Q:   What is the fee structure of N. L. Dalmia MBA?
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The total tuition fee for PGDM course is INR 16.50 lakh. Candidates are required to pay the course fee after completion of the selection rounds to confirm their seat in the institute. Check below the year-wise N. L. Dalmia  PGDM fee break-up:

YearFee
Year IINR 8.25 lakh
Year IIINR 8.25 lakh
Q:   What is the entrance exam for N. L. Dalmia?
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N. L. Dalmia accepts national or state-level entrance exams for admission. Besides, candidates must also pass the selection rounds conducted by the institute. Check below the entrance exams accepted by N. L. Dalmia:

Course NameSelection Criteria
PGDM

CAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT, ATMA, MAT and MH – CET.

Q:   Are there any additional charges in MBA fees at NL Dalmia College?
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In addition to the core tuition fee, students enrolled in the PGDM / MBA programme at NL Dalmia College may be required to pay other charges, if applicable. These may include:

  • Admission Charges

  • Hostel Fees

  • Examination Fees

When all components are added, the total estimated fee for PGDM programme can go up to INR 18.88 L

Q:   What is the qualification required to apply for Global MBA at N.L. Dalmia?
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Candidates should have completed a minimum of three-years bachelor's degree awarded by any of the universites recognised by UGC or AIU in any discipline with at least 50% aggregate or equivalent to apply for Global MBA programme at NL Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research. Applicants in their final year of graduation can also apply for this course.

N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research Placements 2025

Top Recruiters

Deutsche Bank
Bloomberg
Morgan Stanley
Hindustan Unilever
Colgate Palmolive
CRISIL
Kotak Mahindra Bank
UBS
BSE Ltd
JSW Steel
Piramal Healthcare
E&Y
Mahindra Group
Darashaw
Larsen and Toubro
UltraTech Cement
Cushman & Wakefield India
GODREJ
Asian Paints
Amul
Dabur
Tata Capital
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Q:   Is pursuing an MBA from N.L. Dalmia worth it? What is the overall placement scenario?
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Yes, pursuing a PGDM course from N.L. Dalmia is a good decision. N.L. Dalmia offers PGDM courses in various specialsations viz., Business Analytics, Financial Management, etc. According to the the report, the highest and average package secured by the students of the batch 2025 stood at INR 22 LPA and INR 11.17 LPA. More than 350 recruiters visited the campus and placed students good package.

Q:   Does N.L. Dalmia offer placements for PGDM in Business Analytics?
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N.L. Dalmia has a strong record of PGDM in Business Analytics placements annually. Check the placement statistics below:

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Placement Statistics (2025)

Highest package

INR 11 LPA

Average package

INR 10.13 LPA

Top recruiters

Bloomberg, Deutsche Bank, Morgan Stanley, HUL, Colgate Palmolive

Q:   What is the placement scenario at N.L. Dalmia?
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N.L. Dalmia has a good record of placements for its PGDM courses. The students of the PGDM Finance batch 2025 secured the highest salary of INR 22 LPA and the average salary of INR 11.17 LPA. The Business Analytics batch 2025 secured the highest and average placements of INR 11 LPA and INR 10.13 LPA, respectively. More than 350 recruiters visited the campus. Some of the top name include Bloomberg, Deutsche Bank, Morgan Stanley, HUL, Colgate Palmolive, CRISIL, Kotak Mahindra Bank, UBS Business Solutions, BSE, JSW Steel, etc.

Q:   Does N.L. Dalmia really provide 100% placements with good average salaries?
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The placement percentage is not available on the offcial website. However, the N.L. Dalmia College has a good record of PGDM placements. The course-wise average package offered is tabulated below:

Course

Average Package - 2025

PGDM Finance

INR 11.17 LPA

PGDM Business Analytics

INR 10.13 LPA

N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research Admission Process 2026

MBA/PGDM Admissions 2026

3 Courses2 years
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  • Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: MAT, XAT, ATMA, MAH CET, CAT, CMAT
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DatesEvents
1 Dec '25 - 10 Feb '26
ATMA registration 2026 (Feb)Ongoing
10 Jan '26 - 12 Feb '26
MAH MBA CET 2026 registrationOngoing
18 Feb '26
ATMA 2026 admit card release (February)
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Q:   Are admissions open at NL Dalmia?
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NL Dalmia Institute of Management and Research admission is open. Candidates seeking admission can apply online by filling out the application form. Aspirants need to pay an application fee of INR 2,000 for one specialisation and INR 3,000 for two specialisations. Admission to the NL Dalmia courses is entrance-based.

Q:   What is the last date for N. L. Dalmia PGDM?
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N. L. Dalmia admission for PGDM are currently open. Candidates need to pay a non-refundable application fee of INR 2,000 for any one PGDM specialisation. and INR 3,000 for any two PGDM specialisation. Candidates are offered admission to PGDM courses based on CAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT, ATMA, MAT and MH – CET scores followed by group discussion and personal interview round.

Q:   Are admissions open at NL Dalmia?
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NL Dalmia admissions are open. Candidates can apply online for the preferred course. The institute offers admission based on entrance exam scores. NL Dalmia considers scores in CAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT, ATMA, MAT and MH – CET. 

Q:   What is the application fee for PhD at NL Dalmia?
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Candidates applying for PhD programme at NL Dalmia Institute of Management and Research Studies need to fill out the online application form. Aspirants need to pay a non-refundable application fee of INR 1,000. Candidates can pay the fee via any of the online payment mode. Aspirants must send the duly filled form along with the screenshot of payment.

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N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research Scholarships 2026

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Q:   Does NL Dalmia offer scholarships to students?
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N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research provides scholarships to postgraduate and other students as financial assistance. The students shall be there in the final admission list of the top 10 students to avail the scholarship/

Besides, candidates also need to meet the below requirements:

Percentage of ScholarshipCAT/XAT PercentileCMAT PercentileMH-CET Percentile
25%92 - 94.9996 - 96.9997 - 97.99

50%

95 - 97.9997 - 98.9998 - 99.49
75%98 and above99 and above99.5 and above

If the students find the fee a little high, they can apply for scholarships available on the official website.

Q:   What is the criteria for merit-based scholarship at N. L. Dalmia?
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N. L. Dalmia offers Merit-Based Scholarships to students. The students are shortlisted based on entrance exam results, critical thinking round, PI round, past academic records and work experience. The scholarship is awarded to 42 students. Below is the criteria for Merit-Based Scholarship:

Scholarship %Fee Waiver (INR)CAT/ XAT (percentile)GMAT scoreCMAT/ MAH CET score
100% of tuition feeINR 8.25 lakhGreater than or equal to 99.00785 & above-
75% of tuition feeINR 6.18 lakh98.00 – 98.99750 – 784-
50% of tuition feeINR 4.12 lakh95.00 – 97.99700 – 749Greater than or equal to 99.00
25% of tuition feeINR 2.06 lakh92.00 – 94.99675 – 69998.50 – 98.99
Q:   Does N. L. Dalmia provide equal opportunity to students to apply for scholarships?
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Yes, N. L. Dalmia offers scholarships to postgraduate students as financial assistance on equal basis. Apply early for scholarships as limited number of scholarships are provided to students. Below are the scholarships offered at N. L. Dalmia:

  • Merit-Based Scholarships
  • Inclusivity-Based Scholarships
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N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research Rankings 2025

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Q:   What are the rankings of NL Dalmia College for MBA in 2025?
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NL Dalmia Rankings in reputed surveys like Times and Business Today helps prospective students understand the market value of the programme. Other than the Times Rankings,  Today Rankings 2025 placed NL Dalmia College at the 78th spot among top business schools in the country. These rankings shows consistent performance in academic, industry exposure, and placements.

Q:   What are the latest rankings of NL Dalmia College for MBA in 2025?
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According to the Times B-School Rankings 2025, NL Dalmia College has secured high rankings:

  • 23rd position in the overall India B-Schools category

  • 8th position in Maharashtra, overall.

Q:   Is NL Dalmia MBA ranked?
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MBA is the flagship course of NL Dalmia. NL Dalmia MBA course has find a place in Times and Business Today 2023 rankings. Check below the rankings for the MBA course:

Publisher2023
Times23
Business Today78
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N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research Application Process 2026

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Q:   Is there any chance for me to get into N.L Dalmia with a CMAT score of 91.22 percentile?
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N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research accepts the score of MAT XAT CAT CMAT ATMA MHT CET MAH CET and others. There is no change in the exam pattern or marking scheme. For CMAT score details, please visit the official website of N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research.

Q:   How can students get admission to NL Dalmia?
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NL Dalmia admission is based on entrance exams. The institute accepts national or state-level entrance exams like CAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT, ATMA, MAT and MH – CET for admission to PGDM courses. Aspirants can get admission in any of the course based on entrance exam score. The mode of application is online for all candidates wishing to get admission to NL Dalmia.

Q:   What entrance exams are accepted for NL Dalmia College MBA Admission 2025?
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NL Dalmia College accepts scores from these exams: 

  • CAT

  • XAT

  • CMAT

  • MAT

  • ATMA

  • GMAT

  • MH-CET

Q:   When does the NL Dalmia College MBA Admission 2025 application window open?
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The application window for NL Dalmia College MBA Admission 2025 typically opens around January to February. Admissions are offered in two cycles:

  • Cycle 1 (Summer Intake) for the July-September batch

  • Cycle 2 (Winter Intake) for the January batch

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N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research Infrastructure

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Q:   What are the facilities provided by NL Dalmia?
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NL Dalmia has a big campus. The college has a computer lab and a Bloomberg Lab. N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research has a big library and is well-equipped to support teaching, learning, and research activities.  N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research provides a hostel and provides other facilities to undergraduate and postgraduate students.

 
Q:   How is the NL Dalmia infrastructure?
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NL Dalmia has a big campus. N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research has a big library and is well-equipped to support teaching, learning, and research activities. NL Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research has a computer lab and a Bloomberg Lab. N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research provides a hostel and other facilities to postgraduate and other course students. Students can visit the campus and check what all facilities are being offered by the college.
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N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and ResearchFAQs

Q:   What is the average package offered during N.L. Dalmia placements?
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The overall N.L. Dalmia average package offered to the PGDM batch 2025 stood at INR 11.17 LPA. The course-wise average package offered is tabulated below:

Course

Average Package - 2025

PGDM Finance

INR 11.17 LPA

PGDM Business Analytics

INR 10.13 LPA

Q:   What is the average package for NL Dalmia PGDM?
A: 

NL Dalmia has released its PGDM placement report for 2023. According to the report, the highest package offered during NL Dalmia placements in 2023 stood at INR 25.50 LPA. Take a look at the below table depicting the NL Dalmia placement highlights of 2023:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2023)

Highest package

INR 25.50 LPA

Top 10% average package

INR 14.35 LPA

Top 25% average package

INR 12.30 LPA

Top 50% average package

INR 11.08 LPA

Top 75% average package

INR 10.28 LPA

Q:   Is NL Dalmia a known institute?
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NL Dalmia is a renowned Managemnt institute which offers quality education to the students. The institute is accredited by the NBA  (National Board of Accreditation). N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research is approved by AICTE. NL Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research is a member of AACSB, AIMA, AIMS, BMA, CII, EFMD, IMC, IFA and AMDISA. NL Dalmia is ranked 23 by The Times for 2024 for MBA/PGDM,  25 by the Outlook under the MBA/PGDM category. During,  NL Dalmia placements, the the highest package stood at INR 25.5 LPA.

Q:   Does NL Dalmia accept CAT entrance exam scores?
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At the postgraduate level, N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research offers two-year PGDM courses to students. The eligibility criteria for the postgraduate courses is a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% to 55 % aggregate. The accepted entrance exams are MAT, XAT, CAT, CMAT, ATMA, MHT CET, MAH CET, and others. CAT 2023 exam is expected to take place on November 26. Registrations for the CAT exam 2023 will commence in the first week of August.

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Q:   Is NL Dalmia a private institute or government?
A: 

N L Dalmia is a private institute which offers quality education to the students. It was established in 1995 by the Late Shri Niranjanlal Dalmia. NL Dalmia College is accredited by the NBA  (National Board of Accreditation). N. L. Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research is approved by AICTE. NL Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research is a member of AACSB, AIMA, AIMS, BMA, CII, EFMD, IMC, IFA and AMDISA

Q:   Is PGDM good at N. L. Dalmia?
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PGDM is the flagship course of N. L. Dalmia offered in three specialisations. The institute provides real-time corporate and professional experience through numerous guest lectures, live workshops, projects, and internships to MBA students. After completing graduation from N. L. Dalmia, students are offered jobs in top companies. 

Q:   Where do N.L. Dalmia alumni work?
A: 

According to unofficial sources, a large share of N.L. Dalmia alumni are placed in the Business Development sector, with a 28% share. The other top sectors that involve the majority of alumni are Finance and Sales with 27% and 17% shares, respectively. See the below pie chart illustrating the sector-wise distribution of alumni:

NL Dalmia Alumni Placements
Q:   How does NL Dalmia College compare with SIMSREE in terms of rankings?
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In 2025, NL Dalmia College was ranked 72 by Business Today and 23 by Times B-School Rankings, while SIMSREE was ranked 34 by Business Today. This shows that both colleges are ranked among top B-schools, but SIMSREE holds a slight edge in national rankings.

Q:   What other factors should be considered when comparing NL Dalmia with other Mumbai MBA colleges?
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Here are some factors to be considered for NL Dalmia MBA comparison with other colleges:

  • Infrastructure

  • Student-faculty ratio

  • Industry exposure

  • Alumni network

Q:   What is the difference in average and the highest salary packages of MBA programme between NL Dalmia and SIMSREE?
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In terms of placements for NL Dalmia and SIMSREE offering PGDM/MBA:

  • NL Dalmia College recorded a median salary of INR 8.40 LPA, with the the highest package at INR 17 LPA.

  • SIMSREE offered a higher median salary of INR 10.50 LPA, with the the highest reaching INR 20 LPA.

Q:   What were the placement highlights for NL Dalmia College MBA programme in 2025?
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As of now, the 2025 placement report for NL Dalmia College MBA is yet to be released. However, the 2024 placement key highlights:

  • the highest Package: INR 25.50 LPA

  • Average Package: INR 8.78 LPA

  • Top 10% Average Package: INR 13.80 LPA

  • Top 25% Average Package: INR 11.77 LPA

Q:   What is the step-by-step admission process for the MBA at NL Dalmia College in 2025?
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 Here's a simplified breakdown of admission process for NL Dalmia's PGDM programme:

  • Step 1: Check Eligibility
  • Step 2: Fill Out the Application Form
  • Appear for an accepted entrance exam
  • Counselling
  • Document Verification & Orientation

 

 

Q:   What factors determine the cutoff for the MBA course at NL Dalmia College?
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The key factors influencing the NL Dalmia College MBA cutoff are as follows:

1: Number of Applicants

2: Difficulty Level of entrance exams

3: Seat Availability

4: Past Trends

 

Q:   How does NL Dalmia PGDM cutoff compare to other MBA colleges in India?
A: 

Here is a past record of the trends:

  • Tier 1 MBA colleges (IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Bangalore, FMS Delhi) have CAT cutoffs in the 98-100 percentile range.

  • Tier 2 colleges like NL Dalmia, KJ Somaiya, and Welingkar typically have CAT cutoffs in the 80-90 percentile band.

  • Tier 3 institutions may accept CAT scores in the 60-75 percentile range.

Q:   What is the expected CAT cutoff for PGDM admission at NL Dalmia College?
A: 

While NL Dalmia College does not officially release a fixed CAT cutoff, the expected overall CAT percentile for PGDM admission in 2024 stood around 85 percentile. This places the college in the Tier 2 B-school category, where the typical CAT cutoff ranges from 80 to 90 percentile. However, students with slightly lower scores may still be considered based on profile weightage, academic background, work experience, and performance in GD-PI rounds.

Q:   What is the admission cycle for MBA at NL Dalmia College in 2025?
A: 

NL Dalmia College offers two admission cycles each year for its full-time PGDM programme, which is equivalent to an MBA. It provides flexibility to aspirants who may have missed the first cycle or are awaiting final exam results. 

  • The first cycle gets opened around May to June.
  • The second cycle gets opened around September to October

Each cycle follows the same selection process, which includes merit screening based on entrance exams, followed by Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI) rounds.

Q:   What is the seat matrix for PGDM programme at NL Dalmia College, 2025?
A: 

NL Dalmia College PGDM Seats for 2025 are distributed across five major specialisations, offering a total intake capacity of 420 seats. Among all the specialisations,  PGDM (General) has the highest seat capacity, followed by PGDM in Financial Management, Business Analytics, Marketing, and Human Resources. The seat reservation is merit-based and does not follow a category-wise government quota

Q:   What is the total tuition fee for PGDM at NL Dalmia College?
A: 

The total tuition fee for the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) at NL Dalmia College is INR 16.5 lakh. Fee also depends on the specialisation chosen and the programme type (regular PGDM vs Global MBA).

Tuition fee is typically paid in installments at the beginning of the year. The total cost may also include add-on costs such as hostel, exam, or registration fees.

Q:   What is the CMAT cut off of NL Dalmia?
A: 

NL Dalmia allows MBA admission via CMAT exam scores. Candidates seeking admission at NL Dalmia must have valid CMAT scorea as well as they must qualify the cutoff released by the institute. Considering the NL Dalmia MBA cutoff 2024, the percentile needed to get into MBA stood at 85 for the General AI category candidates. Similarly, it stood similar for OBC AI category candidates too.

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NLDIMS PGDM admission is done on entrance score basis. It is important that candidates meet eligibility criteria for selection as well. The eligible candidates can go to the official website to register and apply. The accepted exams are CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ GMAT/ ATMA/ MAT/ MH-CET. 

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Virajita Mehra

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Answered 4 weeks ago

The highest package offered to NL Dalmia Institute of Management Studies and Research PGDM candidates stood at INR 22 LPA. Candidates got job offers from popular companies with good job profiles. Its recruiter list include Kotak Mahindra Bank, Crisil, Deutsche Bank, etc. 

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Mohit Sharma

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Candidates need to upload documents while filling out the form. Check below the documents required at the time applying at NL Dalmia:

  • CAT, XAT, CMAT, GMAT, ATMA, MAT and MH – CET scorecard
  • Class 10 marksheet
  • Class 12 marksheet
  • Graduate marksheet and degree (if available)*
  • Work experience certificate alon

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Nishtha Shukla

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Answered 3 months ago

Candidates who wish to receive admission to N. L. Dalmia must meet the course-specific eligibility criteria and apply online before the last date of application. Students may look below for a breakdown on the N. L. Dalmia application process:

  1. Open the college official website.
  2. Click on 'Apply Now' on

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Chikat Marchang

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Answered 3 months ago

The following documents should be prepared before the application process for N. L. Dalmia:

  • CAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ MAH CET/ GMAT/ MAT/ ATMA score card.
  • Class 10 marksheet.
  • Class 12 marksheet.
  • Graduate marksheet and degree (if available).
  • Work experience certificate along with CV/ resume (if applicable).
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