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David Memorial Business School [DMBS] Admissions Details

David Memorial Business School [DMBS] Application/Admission Process

David Memorial Business School (DMBS), located in Tarnaka, Hyderabad, Telangana, operates under the David Memorial Education Society (established in 1968). Affiliated with Osmania University and approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), the institution offers full-time Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) programs. The campus provides professional education, industry mentorship, and practical training aimed at building corporate leadership. The admission evaluation mechanism incorporates academic performance, national or state entrance exam ranks, internal aptitude tests, and interactive assessments.

Admission Process

The admission process at David Memorial Business School follows a dual-route structure covering Convener Category (State Quota) and Management Category seats:

  • State Counseling Route (70% Seats): Candidates seeking admission under the state quota must appear for the Telangana State Integrated Common Entrance Test (TG ICET). Seats are allotted through state-level web counseling based on entrance rank and candidate preferences.

  • Management Category Route (30% Seats): Candidates applying directly for management quota seats must fill out the application form on the official portal or collect it from the campus admissions desk.

  • Institutional Entrance Assessment (DMAT): Applicants applying under the direct management route undergo the David Memorial Aptitude Test (DMAT). The exam evaluates Quantitative Aptitude, Logical Reasoning, Verbal Ability, Current Affairs, and Business Awareness.

  • Group Discussion (GD) and Personal Interview (PI): Candidates who qualify through DMAT or present valid national entrance test scores (CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, ATMA) are invited for Group Discussion and Personal Interview rounds.

  • Composite Evaluation Criteria: The final selection list is generated by evaluating candidate performance across multiple metrics:

    • Entrance Exam Performance (TG ICET / CAT / MAT / XAT / CMAT / DMAT Score): 40% weightage

    • Undergraduate Academic Record: 30% weightage

    • Group Discussion & Personal Interview Performance: 20% weightage

    • Extra-Curricular Achievements & Work Experience: 10% weightage

  • Provisional Offer & Seat Confirmation: Selected candidates receive provisional offer letters and must complete certificate verification and fee payment within the stipulated timeframe to confirm their seat.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for the management programs at DMBS must fulfill the following educational criteria:

  • Educational Qualification: A recognized Bachelor's Degree (10+2+3 or 10+2+4 pattern) in any discipline from a UGC-recognized university.

  • Minimum Aggregate Score: Applicants must possess an aggregate score of at least 50% in their undergraduate degree (45% for SC/ST category candidates as per statutory guidelines).

  • Final Year Candidates: Final-year undergraduate students are eligible to apply provided they have maintained the required aggregate percentage up to their preceding semesters and submit their final degree completion proof prior to the institutional verification deadline.

  • Entrance Test Qualification: Candidates must hold a valid rank or scorecard in TG ICET or national management entrance exams such as CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, or ATMA. Candidates lacking national test scores must sit for the internal DMAT exam.

Important Dates

The table below outlines the admission schedule and key national/state entrance exam timelines for the 2026 academic cycle:

Event / Process Key Timeline (2026 Cycle)
TG ICET 2026 Notification & Registration Start March 2026
TG ICET 2026 Examination Date June 2026
TG ICET 2026 Results & Rank Card Release July 2026
DMBS Application Portal Opening April 14, 2026
XAT 2027 Registration Start Date July 15, 2026
TG ICET 2026 Counseling & Web Options August 2026
TG ICET Final Phase College Reporting August 22, 2026 – August 25, 2026
CAT 2026 Application Window August 03, 2026 – September 22, 2026
CAT 2026 Fee Payment Window Extension September 22, 2026 – September 24, 2026
CAT 2026 Admit Card Issuance November 04, 2026 – November 29, 2026
CAT 2026 Examination Date November 29, 2026
XAT 2027 Online Registration Deadline December 06, 2026
Commencement of Classes (2026-28 Batch) August 2026 / September 2026

Application Fees and Course Fee Details

Financial aspects regarding the registration and course fees at David Memorial Business School include:

  • Application Form Fee: INR 500 to INR 1,000 (payable online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI, or directly at the campus counter).

  • Seat Confirmation Deposit: Candidates selected through the management quota must pay an initial commitment fee of INR 20,000 to INR 30,000 upon receiving the provisional offer letter to hold their seat. This deposit is subsequently adjusted against the first-year tuition fee.

  • Total Program Fee: Total fees for the 2-year full-time MBA program affiliated with Osmania University typically range between INR 64,000 and INR 3,500,000 depending on seat category (Convener vs. Management / Autonomous PGDM tracks).

Required Documents

Candidates must present original copies along with self-attested photocopies of the following credentials during reporting and document verification:

  • SSC / Class 10 Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate

  • Intermediate / Class 12 Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate

  • Graduation Semester-wise Mark Sheets (All years/semesters)

  • Provisional Degree Certificate (PDC) or Original Degree Certificate

  • Transfer Certificate (TC) and Migration Certificate

  • Valid Scorecard/Rank Card of TG ICET, CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, or DMAT

  • Conduct / Character Certificate from the institution last attended

  • Aadhaar Card or alternative Government-issued Photo ID Proof

  • Caste / Category Certificate (if applying for state reservation or scholarships)

  • Income Certificate (for candidates claiming fee reimbursement under state schemes)

  • Four to six recent passport-size color photographs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What primary entrance exam is accepted for MBA admissions at David Memorial Business School?

The primary state-level entrance examination accepted is TG ICET (Telangana State Integrated Common Entrance Test). Additionally, national scores from CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, or the institutional DMAT exam are accepted for management quota seats.

How are seats divided between convener quota and management quota?

Admissions follow a 70:30 allocation model: 70% of total intake seats are filled through state-level TG ICET counseling (Convener Quota), while the remaining 30% are allotted through the Management Quota based on academic merit and entrance performance.

Are students in their final year of graduation eligible to apply for 2026 intake?

Yes, students appearing for their final semester undergraduate examinations can apply. They must have maintained a minimum aggregate score of 50% (45% for SC/ST) in their previous semesters and submit final graduation proof within the specified deadline.

What is DMAT, and who needs to take it?

DMAT (David Memorial Aptitude Test) is an internal entrance assessment conducted by the institute for candidates applying directly under the management quota who do not hold a valid national or state-level entrance test scorecard.

Are state fee reimbursement schemes applicable to all admitted students?

No, the fee reimbursement scheme offered by the State Government of Telangana is available strictly to eligible candidate allotments made through the TG ICET Convener Quota (70% seats). Candidates admitted under the Management Quota (30% seats) are not eligible for state fee reimbursement.

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