The Department of Financial Studies (DFS), Delhi University, offers admission to its MBA (Finance) program to candidates with at least 50% marks in graduation. Candidates must appear for the CAT, which is a major component of the final selection. 

DFS MBA Admission Overview

• CAT score- cutoff in 2024 was 95th percentile

• Performance in a personal interview

For the PhD program at DFS Delhi, candidates need to appear for the UGC Net/JRF, followed by a research proposal presentation and a personal interview. To be eligible for admission, a Post-Graduation or equivalent degree with a minimum 60% marks or an equivalent Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) (55% for SC/ST) is required.

1. DFS Delhi Important Dates 2026
2. DFS Delhi MBA Admission 2026
3. DFS Delhi PhD Admission 2026
4. DFS Delhi Reservation Criteria 2026
5. DFS Delhi Admission Process 2026
6. DFS Delhi Admission FAQs

DFS Delhi Important Dates 2026

DFS Delhi has started its admission process for the session 2026-27. For the MBA program, candidates can follow the CAT and institutional schedule.

DFS Delhi 2026 Dates

The institute has released an admission timeline starting from November 5, 2025, to January 11, 2025.

CAT 2026 Dates

CAT scores hold a significant weightage in the admission process at DFS Delhi. Based on past trends, the CAT 2025 results may be out in the last weeks of December 2025.

DFS Delhi MBA Admission 2026

DFS Delhi offers a 2-year full-time MBA program approved by AICTE. To be eligible for the MBA program, candidates must have a bachelor’s degree (10+2+3 or 10+2+4 pattern) with a minimum of 50% marks in any discipline from a recognized university or institution approved by AICTE or UGC with Mathematics/Business Mathematics at Class XII level.
Final-year students awaiting results are also eligible to apply. The application process is conducted online through the official website of DFS Delhi.

Below is the table showing the eligibility and selection criteria for the MBA program:

DFS Delhi MBA Criteria for PI 2026

Candidates are shortlisted for PI on the basis of CAT percentile and marks scored in Class X and Class XII Examinations.
Female candidates are given some extra weightage.

Candidates with the following undergraduate degrees will receive extra weightage:

• B. Com. (Hons.)
• B. A./B.Sc. (Hons.) (Economics)
• B. A. (Hons.) (Business Economics)
• BBS/BMS
• BFIA/BBA(FIA)

DFS Delhi MBA Criteria for Final Selection 2026

Final selection will be based on CAT Scores, Marks scored in PI, Marks Scored in Class X and Class XII Examinations and Weightage to Graduate Degrees (mentioned above) and to female candidates. The following weightage system will be followed for short-listing for final selection.

DFS Delhi Cutoff

DFS Delhi accepts admission based on CAT exam scores. The CAT 2024 cutoff for MBA in Business Economics for round 1 was 95 for the General category (HS) quota. Further, the CAT cutoff for MBA in Finance for round 1 was 95 for the General category (HS) quota. The DFS Delhi Cutoff for MBA is provided in the tables below:

DFS Delhi CAT Cutoff

DFS Delhi's admission eligibility for the MBA program is to have a bachelor’s degree with 50% marks from the University of Delhi or a recognized equivalent university. The selection is based on the merit of the qualifying exam. The CAT 2024 cutoff for the 1st round of the General Category (HS quota) is provided in the table below:

DFS Delhi PhD Admission 2026

DFS Delhi Admission to the PhD program, candidates must have a master's degree in a relevant field like Accounting, Mathematics, or Economics with a minimum of 55% marks. It is a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 6 years program from the date of admission, including coursework. Admission to the PhD program is mainly based on merit, including entrance exam scores, followed by a research proposal presentation and personal interview. Candidates should have completed an MBA or any other master's degree from a recognized university or institution with a minimum of 60% & above. For DFS Delhi admission to the PhD program, candidates must have appeared for a national-level exam like UGC - NET/JRF with a research proposal presentation, followed by a personal interview, to be eligible for the DFS Delhi Admission to the PhD program.Below is the table showing the eligibility and selection criteria for the PHD program:

DFS Delhi Reservation Criteria 2026

The seat reservation criteria at DFS Delhi for the various categories of students are as per Delhi University’s guidelines. Additionally, Delhi University gives a reservation of 1 seat in each course to single girl child students.

DFS Delhi Admission Process 2026

The DFS Delhi admission process is conducted in an online mode. DFS Delhi Admission to the PG course is mainly based on entrance exam scores. Candidates can appear for exams like CAT for MBA. For a PhD, the department accepts the scores of UGC - NET/JRF with a research proposal presentation, followed by a personal interview.

The vlog gives a brief overview of the DFS Delhi campus and then proceeds to give a brief detail about all the courses offered at the department. The vlog also gives a detailed explanation about the courses and their eligibility & selection criteria. Furthermore, the vlog gives a detailed explanation of the fee structure of the courses and their admission procedure. Then the vlog explains the application procedure for admission.

How to apply

• Candidates can apply from the official website @ DFS Delhi.ac.in/application /online.html
• Fill out the application form with the required details
• Upload the necessary documents
• Pay the Application Fee

Documents Required

The supporting documents to be submitted along with the online application form will consist of:

1. Scanned copy of score of the competitive examination to be considered for admission as applicable.

2. Scanned copies of marksheets or transcripts of grades obtained in their qualifying examination.

3. Scanned copies of School certificate and University degrees.

4. Percentage conversion certificate from College/University (In case of CGPA/CPA).

5. Applicants are required to provide two professional references, preferably from individuals who have directly supervised or worked closely with the candidate, including their names, current positions, contact numbers and email addresses.

6. Scanned Copies of Work Experience Certificate (if any).

DFS Delhi Admission FAQs

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for DFS Delhi admission?

Ans. DFS Delhi admission requires 10+2+3 with at least 50% minimum aggregate marks from a recognized university. Candidates must have studied Mathematics in 12th grade. Final-year UG students can also apply.

Ques. What is the process for DFS Delhi admission?

Ans. DFS Delhi admission is based on CAT exam scores, followed by a personal interview. Shortlisting of candidates for interview is considered by CAT Scores, Marks in 10th & 12th, and certain academic backgrounds. Final selection uses a merit formula that adds up interview performance and extra weight for some degrees and for female candidates. Applications are submitted online through the DFS Delhi official website.

Ques. Which entrance exams are accepted for DFS Delhi admission?

Ans. DFS Delhi accepts scores from national-level examinations like CAT for MBA, and for a PhD, the department accepts the scores of NET, UGC - JRF with a research proposal presentation, followed by a personal interview.

Ques. Are there any reservations or quotas for DFS Delhi admission?

Ans. DFS Delhi follows the reservation policies applicable as per the Central Government and the University of Delhi for all its programs. There are quotas for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, and Defence (CW) categories as well as supernumerary seats for foreign nationals. Reservation certificates must be provided at the time of admission.

Ques. Can candidates without any entrance exam score apply for DFS Delhi admission?

Ans. NO, DFS Delhi admission to the MBA or PhD courses requires a valid entrance exam score. Candidates without the required exam scores are not eligible for admission to these programs.