IIT Delhi has begun the MBA registration process for the 2026–2028 batch through CAT 2025 scores, as per the admission schedule released by the institute. The admission process is being conducted by the Department of Management Studies (DMS), IIT Delhi, for both MBA and MBA Telecom Management programmes. Applications will be accepted till 26 January 2026. Admission to the IIT Delhi MBA programme follows a structured, multi-stage selection process that gives significant weightage to CAT 2025 performance, along with personal interview performance and extracurricular achievements.
IIT Delhi MBA Selection Criteria Based on CAT 2025
The CAT 2025 score forms sixty-five percent of the initial shortlisting weightage for IIT Delhi MBA admission. Candidates shortlisted on the basis of CAT scores are called for the next stage of selection, which includes the Personal Interview and Written Ability Test (PI-WAT). Before reviewing the selection stages, it is important to understand the weightage distribution used by IIT Delhi.
- Shortlisting score: 65%
- Personal Interview: 30%
- Extracurricular and co-curricular achievements: 5%
For the General category, the minimum CAT percentile requirement is 90, while the final interview call cut-off generally ranges between the 97th and 98th percentile, based on previous admission trends.
IIT Delhi MBA 2026 Important Dates and Interview Schedule
The admission timeline for the IIT Delhi MBA 2026 batch has been clearly defined by the institute. Candidates must adhere strictly to the deadlines to remain eligible for further stages. The key dates related to the admission process are outlined below.
- Last date to apply: 26 January 2026
- PI-WAT schedule: 09 March 2026 to 13 March 2026
- Final admission result: First week of May 2026 (tentative)
The PI-WAT round will assess candidates on analytical ability, communication skills, and managerial aptitude.
How to Apply for IIT Delhi MBA Admission 2026?
The IIT Delhi MBA application process is conducted entirely online and involves multiple verification stages. Candidates must ensure accuracy while submitting academic and examination details. The application process includes the following steps:
- Registration on the DMS IIT Delhi admission portal using a valid email ID and mobile number
- Entry of CAT 2025 registration number and academic qualification details
- Selection of preferred programme: MBA or MBA Telecom Management
- Upload of required documents, including CAT scorecard and category certificates, if applicable
- Payment of the application fee of INR 1,600 for General, OBC, and EWS categories and INR 800 for SC, ST, and PwD categories
- Final submission and download of the confirmation page
IIT Delhi MBA Admission 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for IIT Delhi MBA admission must meet the prescribed academic and examination requirements. A two-line overview is provided below before presenting the eligibility details. Eligibility conditions vary slightly between the MBA (General Management) and MBA Telecom Management programmes.
