NDIM Cutoff 2026-27: PGDM Entrance Test Cutoffs, BBA and BCA Eligibility and Selection Process
NDIM Cutoff 2026-27 at a Glance
First thing parents ask me is "Sir, what is the NDIM cutoff?" Honestly, there isn't one cutoff. For the two-year PGDM, the 2026 Mandatory Disclosure puts 70 percentile against CAT, XAT, ATMA and CMAT for the 2023-25, 2024-26 and 2025-27 batches. MAT they show as a composite score, 610 for PGDM, 600 for Marketing and Financial Management. BBA, BCA? No NDIM cutoff at all, the seats go on GGSIPU CET and CUET merit. And see, crossing the cutoff only means your form gets looked at. Seat is a different story.
Cutoff Levels for Every NDIM Programme
| Programme | Minimum Eligibility | Exam and Cutoff Level | How Selection Works |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGDM | 50% in graduation (45% if reserved category) | CAT, XAT, ATMA, CMAT: 70 percentile; MAT: 610 composite score | Shortlist on entrance score, then GD and PI |
| PGDM (Financial Management) | 50% in graduation (45% if reserved category) | CAT, XAT, ATMA, CMAT: 70 percentile; MAT: 600 composite score | Shortlist on entrance score, then GD and PI |
| PGDM (Marketing) | 50% in graduation (45% if reserved category) | CAT, XAT, ATMA, CMAT: 70 percentile; MAT: 600 composite score | Shortlist on entrance score, then GD and PI |
| BBA | 50% aggregate in Class 12, with English | No NDIM cutoff published | GGSIPU CET merit; leftover seats go from the CUET merit list |
| BCA | 50% aggregate in Class 12 with English plus Maths, Computer Science or something related | No NDIM cutoff published | GGSIPU CET merit; leftover seats go from the CUET merit list |
Quick Facts
- •PGDM campus: 60, 50 (B&C), Tughlakabad Institutional Area, New Delhi 110062. BBA and BCA campus: 61-Tughlakabad Institutional Area, Behind Batra Hospital, New Delhi 110062.
- •For PGDM they take CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, GMAT and State Common Entrance Examinations.
- •Levels are shown for three batches only: 2023-25, 2024-26 and 2025-27.
- •BBA and BCA: no NDIM cutoff as such, it's GGSIPU CET and CUET merit.
- •Management quota is 10% of BBA and BCA seats. You still have to clear CET or CUET though.
- •Final PGDM list? Academics, entrance score, GD, PI, work experience, achievements, all of it counts.
What Cutoff Means at NDIM
When a student says "cutoff", what they mean is the lowest score that still got someone a seat or a call. At NDIM it changes with the course. PGDM has published exam levels and then a GD and PI. BBA and BCA simply depend on your rank in the GGSIPU counselling list.
Eligibility vs Selection
I explain it to families like two gates. Gate one is eligibility: 50% in graduation for General category PGDM students, 45% for reserved categories, and a score in an accepted exam. Cross it, your form gets considered, that's all. Gate two is selection. Here NDIM sees your Class X, Class XII and graduation marks, entrance score, how you did in the GD and PI, work experience, achievements. Good percentile gets you past gate one. Gate two? You earn it in the room.
NDIM PGDM Cutoff 2026
Funny thing, the Mandatory Disclosure 2026 shows the very same levels for all three batches. So rather than writing the same numbers thrice, we put them in one table.
Exam-wise PGDM Cutoff Levels
| Entrance Exam | PGDM | PGDM (Financial Management) | PGDM (Marketing) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAT | 70 percentile | 70 percentile | 70 percentile |
| XAT | 70 percentile | 70 percentile | 70 percentile |
| ATMA | 70 percentile | 70 percentile | 70 percentile |
| CMAT | 70 percentile | 70 percentile | 70 percentile |
| MAT | 610 composite score | 600 composite score | 600 composite score |
How to Read These Figures
- •CAT, XAT, ATMA, CMAT: 70 percentile, same for all three PGDM categories.
- •MAT is different. It's a composite score of 610 for PGDM and 600 for the other two, not a percentile, so don't compare it with your CAT percentile.
- •GMAT and State Common Entrance Examinations are accepted for shortlisting, but the table gives no cutoff number for them.
Selection Weightage in the Mandatory Disclosure
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Aptitude test | 30% |
| Group Discussion | 10% |
| Personal Interview (two rounds, semi-structured) | 15% |
| Work experience | 10% |
| Extra-curricular activities | 5% |
NDIM PGDM (Marketing) and PGDM (Financial Management) Cutoff 2026
Both specialist courses have the same 70 percentile for CAT, XAT, ATMA and CMAT, and a MAT composite score of 600. They're in NDIM's official disclosure, yes, but check intake and course conditions on the programme page also.
Specialist PGDM Selection
| Programme | Minimum | Exams | Final Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| PGDM (Marketing) | 50% in graduation (45% reserved) | CAT, XAT, ATMA, CMAT, MAT 600 | GD and PI |
| PGDM (Financial Management) | 50% in graduation (45% reserved) | CAT, XAT, ATMA, CMAT, MAT 600 | GD and PI |
NDIM BBA and BCA Cutoff 2026
NDIM has no BBA or BCA cutoff of its own, full stop. Seats go on GGSIPU CET merit and CUET merit, so the closing rank moves with the exam, your category, how many kids applied and which round it is. Those "expected cutoff" posts on YouTube and Instagram? Not official, ignore them.
UG Eligibility
| Course | Minimum | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| BBA | 50% aggregate in 10+2, CBSE or any equivalent board | English is a must; online CET or CUET registration is compulsory |
| BCA | 50% aggregate in 10+2, or a three-year AICTE-approved engineering diploma with 50% | For 10+2 route, English plus Maths, Computer Science or related; CET or CUET needed |
Where to Check Closing Ranks
| Admission Route | Where to Look |
|---|---|
| Central counselling (90% of seats) | GGSIPU counselling brochure, seat matrix and earlier rounds' closing ranks on ipu.admissions.nic.in |
| Management quota (10% of seats) | NDIM management quota notice, seat matrix and merit list; merit is on Class 12 aggregate and CET or CUET rank |
| BCA | Eligibility rules and closing rank for the BCA stream |
What Can Affect Your Chances
Six things actually decide your chances at NDIM.
Factors That Matter
| Label | Text |
|---|---|
| Entrance score | Which exam you submit, and where you stand against the published level. |
| Academic record | Class X, Class XII and graduation, all three count. |
| GD and PI | How you do in the Group Discussion and both interview rounds. |
| Work experience | Relevant work experience and extra qualifications help. |
| Activities | Leadership, teamwork, sports, innovation, community service. |
| Intake rules | Deadlines, seats left, and any change made for your batch. |
Common Myths About NDIM Cutoff
Four cutoff myths I hear almost every week. Here's what's true.
Myths and Facts
| Myth | Fact |
|---|---|
| 70 percentile means admission is sure. | No. It's an old level in the disclosure, and final selection looks at many things. |
| The cutoff table and the eligibility rule are the same thing. | Not really. Graduation marks and entrance-test levels are two separate criteria. |
| NDIM only considers CAT. | CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, GMAT and State Common Entrance Examinations, all listed. |
| Last year's cutoff will be next year's cutoff. | Latest batch in the 2026 disclosure is 2025-27. Your intake can be different. |
How the Selection Process Works
From form to seat, a PGDM applicant goes through five steps.
Steps
- •Fill the online form, pay the ₹1,000 fee. Non-refundable, remember.
- •Put in your academics and a valid score from an accepted exam.
- •Go for the Group Discussion and Personal Interview NDIM calls you for.
- •Read the offer letter, fee schedule and refund terms. Slowly.
- •Submit documents and finish registration before the deadline.
After the Cutoff: What It Costs
| Programme | Fee |
|---|---|
| PGDM (2 years) | ₹14,00,000 for the 2027-29 batch (₹7,00,000 a year) |
| BBA and BCA | Not given on the official pages |
| Hostel (PGDM) | Twin-sharing from ₹11,000 per month |
Which Body Sets Your Cutoff
NDIM is an institute, not a university. So which rules apply to your cutoff depends on which course you pick.
Bodies and Programmes
| Body | Programmes | What It Controls |
|---|---|---|
| NDIM admissions | PGDM, PGDM (Marketing), PGDM (Financial Management) | Shortlist on entrance scores, GD and PI, then final selection |
| AICTE | PGDM programmes | SC/ST/OBC and other reservation as per AICTE rules |
| Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) | BBA, BCA | CET and CUET merit, central counselling for 90% of seats, GGSIPU fees |
Approvals
NDIM says its PGDM courses are AICTE approved, and the 2026 Mandatory Disclosure shows PGDM and PGDM (Marketing) as NBA accredited. BBA and BCA come under GGSIPU, and NDIM reports an A+ from SFRC, JAC and the GGSIPU Academic Audit.
Documents to Keep Ready After You Clear the Cutoff
Once you're eligible, NDIM checks your papers before confirming. Most delays I see? Some document is missing.
Document Checklist
- •Class X marksheet and certificate
- •Class XII marksheet and certificate
- •Graduation marksheets, or latest results (PGDM)
- •Scorecard of whichever entrance exam you submitted
- •Any government photo ID and a recent photo
- •Category certificate, work-experience proof or achievement proof, only if you're claiming it
- •BBA and BCA: CET or CUET admit card and result, GGSIPU seat allotment letter, fee receipts
- •BBA and BCA: character certificate, migration certificate if you're from outside Delhi, address proof, medical certificate, anti-ragging undertakings
- •Notarised gap-year affidavit, if you have a gap
Note on Final-Year Applicants
An older NDIM page said final-year students giving exams by or before June 2026, or waiting for results, could apply for the 2026-28 PGDM batch. Current page has a batch-wise condition, so match it with your intake first.
Placements After You Get In
OK, cutoff cleared. Then what? This is where NDIM's 2025 batch went, as per the Mandatory Disclosure 2026. PGDM average for 2025 is ₹8.66 LPA.
Placements by Programme
| Programme | Highest (2025) | Average (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| PGDM | ₹17.30 LPA | ₹8.66 LPA |
| PGDM (Financial Management) | ₹13.52 LPA | ₹9.03 LPA |
| PGDM (Marketing) | ₹16.42 LPA | ₹8.42 LPA |
| BBA and BCA | Not published separately | ₹4.8 lakh a year (home page, batch year not given) |
Recruiters
PGDM placement page names Hindustan Unilever, Colgate-Palmolive, Genpact, Vodafone Idea, WeWork, SpiceJet, Taj Group and Sodexo. For BBA and BCA, you'll see ICICI Bank, HDFC Securities, Kotak Securities, Sharekhan, EY, HCL, Swiggy, Zomato, ONGC and NTPC.
Frequently Asked Questions — NDIM
No. PGDM has exam-wise levels per course, and BBA, BCA go by GGSIPU merit lists.
70 percentile for PGDM, PGDM (Financial Management) and PGDM (Marketing).
composite score of 610 for PGDM, and 600 for PGDM (Financial Management) and PGDM (Marketing).
70 percentile in each one, for all three PGDM categories.
50% for General, 45% for reserved category students.
GMAT is fine for shortlisting, but the table puts no cutoff number on it.
There isn't one. It's GGSIPU CET and CUET merit.
No. CAT, XAT, CMAT, MAT, ATMA, GMAT and State Common Entrance Examinations, all are accepted.
No. That's a past level. Selection also looks at academics, GD, PI, work experience, achievements.
Disclosure shows aptitude test 30%, GD 10%, two PI rounds 15%, work experience 10%, extra-curriculars 5%, plus some other parts.
10% of BBA and BCA intake. Still need to qualify in CET or CUET.
An older page allowed it for 2026-28. Check what the current page says for your intake.
Not automatically. Latest batch shown is 2025-27, so confirm with NDIM.
NDIM's official admissions page and portal, and whatever messages NDIM sends you directly.