The only GDPI topic list you’ll ever need—unless you enjoy
embarrassing silence in front of IIM panels.
GDPI topics for MBA cover social issues, business & economy, abstract themes, and current affairs to evaluate a candidate’s communication, leadership, structure, and maturity. This curated list of 100 GDPI topics for CAT 2025–26 helps aspirants prepare strategically—not by memorising facts, but by learning how to think, structure arguments, and perform confidently in GDs and PIs across IIMs and top B-schools.
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Scoring a high CAT percentile gets you shortlisted—but GDPI topics for MBA admissions decide whether you stay or get shown the door. Year after year, capable candidates lose out not because they lack knowledge, but because they fail to structure thoughts, handle ambiguity, or speak with intent under pressure. Group Discussions and Personal Interviews aren’t about who talks the most or quotes the latest headline—they’re about clarity, maturity, and decision-making. This blog brings together 100 carefully curated GDPI topics for MBA aspirants (CAT 2025–26), organised using Quantifiers’ proven framework, to help you think better, speak sharper, and walk into IIM panels prepared—not panicked.
GDPI ≠ random discussion. It’s structured evaluation of leadership, clarity & maturity
These 100 GDPI topics are mapped using Quantifiers’ Pillar Framework
Topics are divided into Social Issues, Business & Economy, Abstract, Current Affairs
You’ll learn how to approach, not just what to mug up
Includes GD hacks, panel strategies, FAQs, and prep logic
If you’re serious about converting calls—not just flexing percentile—read on.
Scoring 99+ percentile gets you shortlisted.
GDPI decides whether you belong in the room.
Most students:
GDPI panels aren’t impressed by noise. They want structured thinkers.
That’s where Quantifiers’ GDPI Bible comes in.
Parameter | What They Observe |
Communication | Clarity > Fluency |
Structure | Can you organize chaos? |
Leadership | Can you guide without shouting? |
Awareness | Contextual, not crammed |
Attitude | Assertive, not aggressive |
Now let’s get into the actual topics that show up.
We classify GD topics into 4 Quadrants—because walking into a GD unarmed is a bold but stupid strategy.
Focus: Empathy, Ethics, Indian Society
They want to see:
(Yes, these actually repeat. No, that’s not an accident.)
👉 GD Hack:
Use PESTEL Framework (Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Environmental, Legal) to sound calm, mature, and 10x smarter than the room.
Focus: Analysis, Data, MBA Readiness
This is where engineers die quietly and commerce students overconfidence-check themselves.
👉 Panel Trick:
Quote data trends, not exact numbers. Accuracy > memorization.
Focus: Creativity, Structure, Calmness
Abstract topics aren’t about “deep philosophy.”
They’re about how quickly you bring structure to nonsense.
👉 Quantifiers’ Abstract Strategy (Steal This):
Define → Connect → Open
Panels love candidates who invite perspectives, not dominate airtime.
Focus: Awareness + Opinion
Reading headlines ≠ understanding impact.
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The panel doesn’t want the loudest person.
They want the one who makes everyone else better.
If that’s you—great.
If not—Quantifiers CAT Academy exists for a reason.
No. Your score proves you're smart; the GD proves you can lead. It tests Communication, Teamwork, and Logic. Panels use it to see if you can add value to a boardroom without being aggressive.
Use the PESTEL framework (Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Environmental, Legal). It moves you from "emotional opinions" to "structured analysis."
Define, Connect, Open. 1. Define the metaphor (e.g., "Red" = Risk). 2. Connect it to business (e.g., Risk management in startups). 3. Open the floor for other interpretations.
Don't shout. Wait for a 1-second gap and say: "Friends, let's establish a structure so we can reach a conclusion." Being the Moderator earns more points than being the loudest speaker.
Quality > Quantity. Aim for 3–4 high-impact entries (approx. 1.5 minutes total). Focus on adding a new dimension rather than repeating what’s been said.
GD is about Interpersonal Dynamics (how you handle others). PI is about Intrapersonal Depth (how well you know yourself and your goals).
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Quadrant 1 – Social Issues