Admission
Admission Process Overview
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Program Offered
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DSB offers a PGDM program, which is AICTE-approved and recognized by AIU as equivalent to an MBA.
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Eligibility Criteria
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A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
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Minimum of 50% marks in graduation.
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Final-year students can apply, but must submit proof of graduation before the program begins.
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Accepted Entrance Exams
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CAT
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XAT
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CMAT
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NMAT
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GMAT
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MAT
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Application Process
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Applications are submitted online via official portal.
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Candidates must fill out the form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee.
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Selection Procedure
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Shortlisted candidates are invited for:
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Group Discussion (GD)
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Personal Interview (PI)
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Written Ability Test (WAT) or Skills Assessment
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Final selection is based on:
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Entrance exam score
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Academic performance
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GD/PI/WAT performance
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Work experience (if any)
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Cutoff Scores (Indicative)
While DSB does not publish fixed cutoffs, past trends suggest the following indicative scores for shortlisting:
| Exam | Expected Cutoff (Percentile) |
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| CAT | 60–70 |
| XAT | 60–70 |
| CMAT | 70–80 |
| NMAT | 180 score |
| GMAT | 500 score |
| MAT | 75–80 percentile |
Note: Cutoffs may vary based on the applicant pool and specialization chosen.
Important Dates (2025 Cycle)
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CAT 2025 Exam Date: November 30, 2025
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MAT September Result: Expected by mid-October 2025
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CMAT 2026 Registration Deadline: November 17, 2025
Additional Notes
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DSB does not accept donations or capitation fees.
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Interviews are conducted by faculty members either online or in person.
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Candidates are encouraged to apply early to improve chances of selection.
