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Government and university-run programmes such as FMS can cost a fraction of private fees.
Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Greater Noida and Ghaziabad together form one of India's biggest management and corporate hubs. Compare cutoffs, fees and admission routes.
The National Capital Region offers government institutions, university departments and private B-schools across Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Greater Noida and Ghaziabad. Specialisations range from Finance and Marketing to HR, Business Analytics, Operations and International Business.
CAT is the main entrance exam for the region's leading B-schools, but many institutes also accept XAT, CMAT, MAT or other recognised exams. Compare the expected cutoff, total fees, placements and curriculum before you apply.
| College | Location | Exams accepted | Expected cutoff | Approx. fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMS Delhi | Delhi | CAT | 98–99+ %ile | ₹1.92 Lakh |
| DMS IIT Delhi | Delhi | CAT | 97–99+ %ile | ₹11.2 Lakh |
| IIFT Delhi | Delhi | CAT | 95–97+ %ile | ₹21.77 Lakh |
| MDI Gurgaon | Gurgaon | CAT | 94–96+ %ile | ₹24.17 Lakh |
| IMI Delhi | New Delhi | CAT / XAT / GMAT | 85–90+ %ile | ₹20.19 Lakh |
| IMT Ghaziabad | Ghaziabad | CAT / XAT / GMAT | 80–90+ %ile | ₹19.53 Lakh |
| FORE School of Management | New Delhi | CAT / XAT | 75–85+ %ile | ₹16.98 Lakh |
| BIMTECH Greater Noida | Greater Noida | CAT / XAT / CMAT / MAT | 65–75+ %ile | ₹13 Lakh |
| College | Location | Approx. fees | Avg. package |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Pacific Institute of Management (APIM) | New Delhi | ₹11.5 Lakh | ₹8.11 LPA |
| IBI Greater Noida | Greater Noida | ₹10.75 Lakh | ₹8.5 LPA |
| Maharaja Agrasen Business School (MABS) | New Delhi | ₹9.6 Lakh | — |
| Asian Business School (ABS), Noida | Noida | ₹9.55 Lakh | ₹8 LPA |
| Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology (NIET) | Greater Noida | ₹7.38 Lakh | ₹7 LPA |
| Tecnia Institute of Advanced Studies | New Delhi | ₹6.95 Lakh | ₹8 LPA |
| SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Delhi-NCR Campus | Ghaziabad | ₹6.21 Lakh | — |
| I.T.S School of Management, Ghaziabad | Ghaziabad | ₹6 Lakh | — |
| United Group of Institutions | Greater Noida | ₹5.25 Lakh | ₹6 LPA |
| SRM University, Delhi-NCR (Sonepat) | Sonepat | ₹4.42 Lakh | — |
Figures are indicative, based on recent admission cycles, and can change by category, programme and year. Please confirm the latest details with the institute before applying.
The percentile you need varies widely across the region. Use these bands to see where your score fits — remember that academics, work experience and PI/WAT/GD performance also shape the final offer.
| CAT percentile | Where it can take you |
|---|---|
| 98–99+ | FMS Delhi and other highly competitive institutes |
| 94–98 | MDI Gurgaon, IIFT and selected premium institutes |
| 85–94 | IMI Delhi, IMT Ghaziabad and several established private B-schools |
| 70–85 | FORE and other Delhi NCR institutes, depending on the programme |
| Below 70 | Institutes accepting CMAT, MAT, university-level exams and other routes |
Fees depend heavily on the institute and programme. Broadly, colleges fall into three bands:
Government and university-run programmes such as FMS can cost a fraction of private fees.
Several established private institutes offer MBA or PGDM programmes in the middle fee range.
Leading private schools charge more but bring strong alumni networks and corporate exposure.
Pick the exam your target colleges accept — CAT, XAT, CMAT or MAT.
Prepare well and aim for a competitive score or percentile.
Complete each shortlisted college's application before its deadline.
Colleges call you for an interview, written test or group discussion after you apply.
Colleges shortlist on entrance scores, selection round performance and their own criteria.
Accept your offer, complete document verification and pay the fee.