DSE Admission Dates 2027

The 2026-28 admission process for MA Economics and MBA at DSE is over. The next MBA and MA Economics admission cycles are linked to CAT 2026 and CUET PG 2027.

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Delhi School of Economics Courses and Fees

DSE has a small set of economics and management programmes. The fee structure follows the University of Delhi system, which keeps the cost low for students.

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The MBA is available in three specialisations: Business Analytics, International Business, and Human Resource Development. Each specialisation has its own intake and placement record.

Delhi School of Economics Admission Process

MA Economics Admission

DSE admits students to MA Economics through CUET PG (Economics), conducted by NTA. Applicants need a graduation degree with Economics as a subject. The minimum aggregate is 50%, while SC and ST candidates need 45%. CUET PG scores play the main role because the programme is highly competitive.

• Take CUET PG in the Economics subject.
• Register on the University of Delhi MA admission portal using the CUET PG score.
• Wait for the merit list, which is based on the CUET PG score and qualifying marks.
• Complete document verification and pay the fee at DSE to confirm the seat.

MBA Admission

For MBA admission, DSE accepts a valid CAT score. Students from any discipline can apply if they have at least 50% aggregate in graduation. SC and ST candidates need 45%. Final selection uses a composite score based on CAT, Group Discussion, Personal Interview, and Class X and XII marks.

• Apply for IIM CAT and also submit the separate DSE MBA application.
• DSE shortlists applicants by CAT score, with the cutoff fixed for that admission cycle.
• Shortlisted students attend the GD and PI rounds at DSE, North Campus.
• The final merit list combines CAT, GD, PI, and academic record.
• Women candidates get a 5-mark augmentation in the composite score.

Applicants choose their MBA preference, Business Analytics, International Business, or HRD, while filling the form. After submission, the preference cannot be changed. Seats are allotted by merit rank and preference order.

BA (Hons.) Economics and Ph.D.

Admission to BA (Hons.) Economics follows the University of Delhi undergraduate admission route through CUET UG. For Ph.D. Economics, the University of Delhi conducts a separate PhD entrance process every year. Applicants need an MA Economics or equivalent degree with at least 55% aggregate.

Delhi School of Economics Placements

DSE MBA placements for the 2024 graduating batch had a highest package of INR 25 LPA and an overall average package of INR 12.75 LPA. In the same batch, MBA International Business recorded an average package of INR 13.92 LPA and a median package of INR 15.17 LPA. Consulting, banking and financial services, and analytics were the main recruiting areas.

Recruiters for the MBA programme include EY, Deloitte, PwC, Axis Bank, ICICI Bank, HDFC, Barclays, Target, and Tiger Analytics. Its Delhi location and University of Delhi affiliation help students connect with hiring networks in financial services, FMCG, and consulting.

MA Economics students from DSE move into economic research, policy advisory, investment banking, consulting, and exams such as IES (Indian Economic Service), RBI Grade B, and UPSC Civil Services. Alumni have worked with the World Bank, IMF, RBI, and major consulting firms across the world. MA Economics placement outcomes are self-reported because the programme is not tracked through a central placement cell.

Delhi School of Economics Campus and Infrastructure

DSE is located at Maurice Nagar, North Campus of the University of Delhi, one of Delhi’s major academic areas. The department has its own building within North Campus and is close to central DU facilities such as the DU library and sports complex. DSE also has its own library with more than one lakh volumes in economics and social science literature.

Students at DSE can use central University of Delhi facilities, including hostels, the multi-gym, swimming pool, and inter-college cultural and academic events. Postgraduate hostel allotment is handled through the University of Delhi’s central hostel system, and admission to DSE does not guarantee a hostel seat.

DSE vs FMS Delhi vs IIFT Delhi

Students looking for low-fee MBA options in Delhi often compare DSE with FMS Delhi and IIFT Delhi. All three are public institutions in Delhi and attract students who want management or business careers.

FMS Delhi performs better on MBA placements and NIRF ranking. IIFT Delhi is preferred by students targeting international business careers. DSE stands apart because it combines a well-known MA Economics programme with an affordable MBA option in Delhi.