DU Opens MBA Admission 2026 Using CAT Scores
Delhi University has opened MBA admission 2026 through CAT scores for Business Economics and Finance programmes. Check eligibility, application process and deadline.
Delhi University has begun admission process for its MBA programmes for 2026–27 academic year, with CAT scores forming basis of shortlisting. DU admission notification has been released by Department of Finance and Business Economics (DFBE), which offers MBA programmes from South Campus.
The university is accepting applications for MBA (Business Economics) and MBA (Finance), both of which are two-year, full-time programmes.
MBA Programmes Offered at Delhi University
DU is offering admission to the following courses:
- MBA in Business Economics
- MBA in Finance
Admissions will be carried out through a joint admission process. While Common Admission Test (CAT) is conducted by Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), DU has stated that IIMs are not involved in admission or teaching of these courses.
Eligibility Conditions for DU MBA Admission 2026
Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks from Delhi University or an equivalent recognised institution
- Mathematics or Business Mathematics at the Class 12 level is compulsory
- Candidates appearing in their final year of graduation in 2026 are also eligible to apply
- Seat reservation will be implemented as per Delhi University rules
How to Apply for DU MBA 2026
Delhi University has made it clear that entire application process is online. Candidates need to submit their forms through official DU admission portal or DFBE website.
Applications sent through offline mode or hard copy will not be accepted.
DU MBA Application Fee Details
The application fee varies depending on the number of programmes applied for:
General category candidates
- â‚ą2,000 for two programmes
- â‚ą1,200 for one programme
- SC/ST/Divyang candidates
- â‚ą1,000 for two programmes
- â‚ą700 for one programme
DU MBA Admission 2026: Last Date to Apply
Application deadline: January 11, 2026 (up to midnight)
Candidates are advised to complete application process before deadline to avoid technical issues.
Selection Process for DU MBA Through CAT
Commonly asked questions
Apart from the CAT scores, B-schools consider candidates' written and spoken communication skills through Written Ability Test or Essay Writing, Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds. The B-schools also consider candidates' overall profile such as past academic records, work experience and extracurricular activities or abilities. Candidates Class 12 scores and overall academic profile plays a decisive role in selection as institutes look for consistency in excellence.
CAT admission process for non-IIMs includes Written Ability Test (WAT) or Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). For admission the institutes also take into consideration candidate's academic record and work experience. Overall, the admission process of all CAT accepting colleges is same where selection is based on candidate's overall personality, communication ability and consistency in academics.
Yes, the CAT accepting MBA colleges conduct either GD/PI or WAT/PI. Since MBA is a professional course about business and team management, personality assessment round is essential to ensure that the aspirant has the flair for management which can be polished during the programme. Communication skills, problem solving ability, management and leadership are essential qualities for MBA thus, every B-School conducts GD/PI or WAT/PI.
Shortlisting of candidates will be based on CAT scores, along with other parameters specified by university. Any further stages of selection will be conducted by Delhi University.
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