FMS Delhi MBA 2027: Rs 1,000 Form, Nov 25 Last Date, No CAT Score Means No Seat
FMS Delhi has opened the form for its two-year, full-time MBA programme for the 2027-29 batch, and the window closes on November 25, 2026. The Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi, takes students only through CAT 2026, so anyone who skipped the exam cannot apply this year. The form costs Rs 1,000 for general category candidates and Rs 350 for SC, ST and PwD candidates.
FMS Delhi is one of the most-wanted B-schools in India for a simple reason. The full two-year MBA costs under Rs 2.5 lakh, as per reports, far lower than most top private B-schools, while the Delhi University name still carries weight with recruiters. That is why the form matters even before the CAT result is out. You apply now, with your CAT 2026 registration number, and the score decides the shortlist later.
November 25 is the last date, and the form closes before CAT
The portal went live on October 26, 2026, and stays open till November 25, 2026. CAT 2026 is held on November 29, four days after the FMS form closes. Many first-time applicants wait for the exam and then find the window shut.
Students can fill the form on the official FMS admissions portal. The institute’s main website is fms.edu, where the information bulletin carries the full rules. FMS has opened forms for three programmes: MBA Full-Time, MBA Executive (Evening), and MBA Executive in Health Care Administration (Evening). Only the full-time MBA runs on CAT 2026 scores.
Who can apply for FMS Delhi MBA 2027
Any graduate can apply, whatever the subject of the first degree. The degree must be at least three years long, completed after 12 years of schooling. Final-year students can also apply, as long as they show proof of passing with the required marks by the date the university fixes.
The minimum marks depend on the category:
- General category: at least 50 per cent marks or an equivalent CGPA in graduation.
- OBC and PwBD categories: at least 45 per cent marks.
- SC and ST categories: passing marks in the qualifying degree.
CAT 2026 is compulsory, and the admit card is already out
FMS Delhi has made it plain in its brochure: applicants who have not taken CAT 2026 will not be considered. You need a valid CAT 2026 roll number to complete the form.
The CAT 2026 admit card is already out. IIM Indore released it on November 6, 2026, two days after the first announced date. Candidates can download it from iimcat.ac.in with their user ID and password, and the link stays live till exam day, November 29, 2026. The exam runs in three sessions across about 170 cities.
At under Rs 2.5 lakh for the full course, FMS Delhi remains the cheapest way into a top B-school in India. The catch is the timeline: the form closes four days before the exam, so the decision has to come first.
How FMS Delhi picks its students
FMS shortlists candidates for the interview round on CAT 2026 scores. The three sections do not carry equal weight: Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension counts for 40 per cent, Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning for 30 per cent, and Quantitative Ability for 30 per cent. A strong overall percentile with a weak section can still hurt.
Shortlisted candidates then go through a Statement of Purpose, an extempore, and a personal interview. The final list is built on a composite score:
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Weighted CAT 2026 score | 50% |
| Class 10 marks | 10% |
| Class 12 marks | 10% |
| Statement of Purpose | 10% |
| Extempore | 5% |
| Personal Interview | 15% |
Class 10 and Class 12 marks are scored on slabs, with 75 per cent and above getting full marks in each. Female candidates get 5 extra marks in the final composite score. The CAT score is only half the story. School marks, the SOP, and the interview carry the other half.
Why this form deserves attention before November 25
Most top B-schools accept CAT scores, but their forms close at different times. SNAP 2026 registration also closes on November 25, and MICA closes on November 21, so this is the busiest fortnight of the MBA admissions season. FMS stands apart because of the fee. A two-year MBA from a Delhi University institute at under Rs 2.5 lakh is rare, and the placement record keeps the competition stiff every year.
Students taking CAT 2026 should treat the FMS form as a separate task from exam preparation. It takes a few minutes. Missing it costs a full year.
How to apply for FMS Delhi MBA 2027-29
- Go to the official FMS admissions portal and click on new registration.
- Create an account with a working email ID and mobile number.
- Enter personal details, academic records from Class 10 onwards, and the CAT 2026 registration number.
- Upload the documents the form asks for, in the size and format given on the portal.
- Pay the fee online: Rs 1,000 for general category, Rs 350 for SC, ST and PwD candidates.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation page and payment receipt.
Read the information bulletin on fms.edu before you pay. It carries the final word on eligibility, documents, and selection rules, and it is the document the institute will go by if anything in a news report differs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for FMS Delhi MBA 2027-29?
November 25, 2026. The online form opened on October 26, 2026, and the portal closes on that date. Apply on the official FMS admissions portal before the deadline.
Is CAT 2026 compulsory for FMS Delhi MBA admission?
Yes. FMS Delhi accepts only CAT 2026 scores for its full-time MBA. You need a valid CAT 2026 registration number to fill the form, and candidates who did not take CAT 2026 are not considered.
What is the application fee for FMS Delhi MBA 2027?
Rs 1,000 for general category candidates and Rs 350 for SC, ST and PwD candidates.
What is the eligibility for FMS Delhi MBA?
A bachelor's degree of at least three years after 12 years of schooling, in any discipline. General category candidates need 50 per cent marks, OBC and PwBD candidates need 45 per cent, and SC and ST candidates need passing marks. Final-year students can also apply.
