Maharaja Agrasen Business School (MABS), Delhi, admits students to its two-year PGDM through national management entrance exams, followed by its own Written Analysis Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI). The institute is AICTE approved and takes 180 students a year.
Admissions for the PGDM 2027-29 batch are open, and the application is completed online at apply.mabs.ac.in for a fee of INR 1,200. This article covers the eligibility, accepted exams, the five-step process, documents and how the fee is paid.
Maharaja Agrasen Business School Admission 2027: Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme | PGDM (2 years, full-time) |
| Batch | 2027-29 |
| Seats | 180 |
| Eligibility | Graduation in any stream with 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) |
| Exams Accepted | CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAT or GMAT and state CETs |
| Minimum Cut-off | 60th percentile (shortlisting cut-off may vary) |
| Selection | WAT, GD and PI |
| Application Fee | INR 1,200 |
| Application Mode | Online at apply.mabs.ac.in |
| Admissions Helpline | +91 93119 24828, admissionhead@mabs.ac.in |
MABS PGDM Eligibility 2027
- A bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50% marks. Reserved-category candidates need 45%.
- Final-year graduation students can also apply, subject to conditions.
- A valid score in CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAT, GMAT or a state-level common entrance exam. Scores are valid for one year.
Entrance Exams Accepted at MABS
| Exam | Conducted By | Used For |
|---|---|---|
| CAT | IIMs | Shortlisting and scholarship |
| XAT | XLRI Jamshedpur | Shortlisting and scholarship |
| CMAT | NTA | Shortlisting and scholarship |
| MAT | AIMA | Shortlisting and scholarship |
| GMAT | GMAC | Shortlisting and scholarship |
| ATMA | AIMS | Shortlisting |
| State CETs | State authorities | Shortlisting |
The stated minimum cut-off is the 60th percentile, but the actual shortlisting cut-off can be higher or lower depending on the number of applicants in a cycle.
MABS Admission Process 2027: Step by Step
Step 1: Take a National Entrance Exam
Appear for CAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA, MAT or GMAT, or a state common entrance exam, and keep your scorecard ready.
Step 2: Apply to MABS
Register at apply.mabs.ac.in, fill in your academic and exam details, upload the documents and pay the application fee of INR 1,200.
Step 3: Get Shortlisted
Applications are shortlisted on the basis of your entrance exam score and academic record.
Step 4: WAT, GD and PI
Shortlisted candidates schedule a Written Analysis Test, a Group Discussion and a Personal Interview. These rounds look at your analytical ability, communication skills, awareness of current issues and motivation for a management career.
Step 5: Secure Your Seat and Scholarship
Selected candidates confirm admission by paying the first fee instalment. If you qualify for an entrance-exam scholarship, it is adjusted evenly across your instalments. See MABS scholarships for the slabs.
Documents Required for MABS Admission
- Entrance exam scorecard (photocopy)
- Graduation mark sheets and degree
- Date of birth certificate or Class 10 certificate
- Class 10 (SSC) mark sheet and certificate
- Class 12 (HSC) mark sheet and certificate
- Aadhaar card
- Migration or transfer certificate
- Work experience certificate, if any
- Four passport-size photographs
How to Pay the MABS Fee
New students pay the first instalment by direct bank transfer, cheque or demand draft in favour of Maharaja Agrasen Business School. From the second instalment onwards, the fee is paid on the institute's online fee portal. The total PGDM fee is INR 8,90,000; see MABS fees for what it includes.
MABS Admission FAQs
Can final-year students apply to MABS?
Yes, final-year graduation students can apply, subject to the conditions set by the institute.
What is the minimum percentile needed for MABS?
The minimum cut-off is the 60th percentile. The shortlisting cut-off may vary in each admission cycle.
Is there a group discussion at MABS?
Yes. The selection process includes a Written Analysis Test, a Group Discussion and a Personal Interview.
How long is an entrance exam score valid for MABS admission?
Entrance exam scores are valid for one year.