AzuCATion 
DU FCB / DSE MBA 2026–28
GD-PI Shortlist — Complete Guide
Faculty of Commerce & Business, University of Delhi · Official shortlist April 2, 2026 · Search by CAT Reg No · Minimum %ile by category from AzuCATion data · Historical cutoffs · Full process guide
Check If You Are Shortlisted
Enter your 8-digit CAT 2025 Registration Number to instantly verify if your name appears in the official April 2, 2026 shortlist — all 1,824 candidates loaded.
🔢 Search by CAT 2025 Registration Number
Your CAT Reg No is on your CAT 2025 Admit Card and Scorecard (e.g. 25012345). Results are instant — no page reload.
Minimum Known CAT %ile in the Shortlist
We matched 173 AzuCATion students against the official shortlist using CAT Registration Numbers. These are the lowest confirmed overall CAT 2025 percentiles we have seen shortlisted — category-wise. The actual floor may be lower — FCB uses a composite score including academics.
⚡ Quick Check — Is Your Score Below the Known Floor?
Select your category and enter your CAT 2025 overall percentile to see how you compare.
Got a Shortlist Call Below These Numbers? Tell Us!
These are the lowest scores confirmed from 173 matched students — but 1,824 are shortlisted total. If you got a call with a lower percentile, message us and we'll update the community data. Also message for GD-PI preparation — Amiya Sir responds personally.
Message on WhatsApp — 9905050159Official GD-PI Shortlist PDF
The complete official provisional shortlist released by FCB, University of Delhi on April 2, 2026 — all 1,824 candidates across all categories. Scroll through all 39 pages directly below.
FCB / DSE MBA 2026-28 GD-PI Shortlisted Candidates
Faculty of Commerce & Business, University of Delhi · April 2, 2026 · 39 pages · 1,824 candidates
Seats & Shortlist Category-wise
A ~7:1 shortlist-to-seat ratio means outstanding GD-PI performance is essential to convert this call.
| Category | Seats | Shortlisted | Ratio | Est. CAT Cutoff (Overall) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | 86 | 860 | 10:1 | ≥ 90–93 %ile |
| OBC | 58 | 399 | ~7:1 | ≥ 78–83 %ile |
| SC | 33 | 317 | ~10:1 | ≥ 60–70 %ile |
| ST | 17 | 67 | ~4:1 | ≥ 45–55 %ile |
| EWS | 22 | 220 | 10:1 | ≥ 87–90 %ile |
| PwD | 11 | 31 | ~3:1 | Relaxed |
| CW (All) | 11 | 34 | ~3:1 | Relaxed |
| Ward – Teaching | 6 | 13 | ~2:1 | Relaxed |
| Ward – Non-Teaching | 6 | 25 | ~4:1 | Relaxed |
| Orphan (M+F) | 6 | 23 | ~4:1 | Relaxed |
| Total | 256 | 1,824 | ~7:1 | — |
* Estimates based on AzuCATion data (173 matched) + historical trends. FCB uses a composite score — CAT + Class 10 + Class 12 + Graduation %. Not the official cutoff.
Our Students Who Made It
173 AzuCATion students matched the official shortlist by CAT Reg No. Here's their %ile distribution and spotlights.
Overall %ile Distribution — Shortlisted AzuCATion Students
* Lower %ile shortlists are predominantly SC/ST reserved category candidates where cutoffs are significantly relaxed.
Year-wise Final Admission Cutoffs
These are final admission cutoffs (post-GDPI) — not shortlisting cutoffs. Shortlisting cutoffs are significantly lower.
| Batch | Program | General | OBC | SC | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025–27 | MBA IB | ~96.84 | ~88 | ~72 | ~92 |
| 2025–27 | MBA HRD | ~94.65 | ~86 | ~70 | ~90 |
| 2025–27 | MBA BA | ~91.53 | ~83 | ~67 | ~88 |
| 2024–26 | MBA IB/HRD | ~94–96 | ~85–87 | ~68–72 | ~89–91 |
| 2023–25 | MBA IB/HRD | ~92–95 | ~83–86 | ~65–70 | ~88 |
| 2022–24 | MBA IB/HRD | ~90–93 | ~80–84 | ~62–68 | ~86 |
MBA IB General Category — Final Admit Cutoff Trend
CAT 2025 was harder than 2024 — 2026-28 may see a marginal dip. Watch official merit lists.
MBA IB / HRD / BA — Know the Difference
📦 MBA (International Business) — IB
India's first MBA-IB program, launched 1985. Global trade, EXIM, international marketing, cross-border finance. Highest demand + highest cutoff (~96.84 %ile final for General, 2025-27). Alumni in WTO, EXIM Bank, MNC strategy & treasury.
👥 MBA (Human Resource Development) — HRD
Launched 1995. Top-10 HR program in India. Organizational behaviour, talent management, labour law, industrial relations. Slightly lower cutoff than IB (~94.65 %ile). Placements in HR consulting and MNC HR functions.
📊 MBA (Business Analytics) — BA
Newest program. Data analytics, business intelligence, ML for business, econometrics. Currently most accessible (~91.53 %ile final, General, 2025-27). Fast-growing placement profile in analytics and consulting.
📍 Campus & Fees
| Campus | DSE, North Campus, Delhi |
| Annual Fee | ~₹15,700 (subsidised) |
| 2-Year Tuition | ~₹31,400 total |
| Hostel | Available (separate) |
🎯 Placements
| Avg. CTC | ~₹8.5–12 LPA |
| Highest CTC | ~₹20–25 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Deloitte, Google, ICICI, TCS |
| Placement Rate | ~100% |
The Complete Selection Process
FCB uses a two-stage model — composite score for shortlisting, then GDPI for final merit.
CAT 2025 Score (Primary Filter)
Only CAT 2025 accepted. No GMAT/XAT. Section-wise minimums apply (~60–70 %ile per section for General).
Composite Shortlisting Score
FCB combines CAT %ile + Class 10 % + Class 12 % + Graduation %. Strong academics can compensate for a relatively lower CAT score.
Physical Document Verification
Before GDPI — carry originals + 2 attested copies. Any discrepancy = candidature cancelled on the spot.
Group Discussion (GD)
10–12 candidates per group. Current affairs / business topic. Evaluated on content, communication, leadership, listening. First 30 seconds matter most.
Personal Interview (PI)
15–20 minutes. Domain knowledge for chosen specialisation (IB/HRD/BA), academics, current affairs, career goals. Strong domain awareness is rewarded.
Final Merit List
CAT score + academic marks + GDPI performance. Category-wise lists published. Program preference (IB/HRD/BA) considered during allocation.
Key Dates — 2026-28 Cycle
Documents for Physical Verification
📄 Academic Documents
- Class 10 Marksheet + Certificate
- Class 12 Marksheet + Certificate
- All semester/year UG mark sheets
- Provisional / Degree Certificate
- Migration Certificate (if applicable)
🪪 Identity & Category
- CAT 2025 Admit Card + Score Card
- FCB Application Form (printed)
- Category Certificate (OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwD)
- Aadhaar / Passport / Photo ID
- 6+ passport-size photographs
💼 Additional (if applicable)
- Work Experience Certificate
- NOC from employer
- CW certificate (war widows)
- Ward certificate (DU wards)
- Orphan certificate
How to Crack the FCB GD-PI
🗣️ Group Discussion
- Speak early — first 30 sec matters
- Back points with facts / data
- Build on others' points, don't repeat
- Summarise if given the chance
- Assertive ≠ aggressive
- Prep 4+ current affairs topics daily
🎤 Personal Interview
- Why MBA? Why FCB specifically?
- Why IB / HRD / BA? Domain check
- Questions on graduation subject
- International trade / HR / analytics
- Academic gaps — be prepared
- Career vision — be specific
📚 Must-Know for MBA IB
- Incoterms, Letter of Credit basics
- India EXIM policy, DGFT, SEZ
- WTO, FTAs India has signed
- Current global trade / tariff situation
- US tariffs 2025 — India impact
📚 Must-Know for MBA HRD
- Labour Codes 2020 (4 codes)
- Maslow, Herzberg, McGregor
- DEIB, remote work, AI in HR trends
- Gig economy & HR implications
- Industrial relations in India
Frequently Asked Questions
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